The day before Christmas, Dec. 24, fire destroyed a small, unoccupied structure two miles east of Grand Marais on the upper side of Highway 61. Responding to the fire at 7:28 p.m. was the Cook County Sheriff ’s Office, Grand Marais Fire Department, Colvill Fire Department, Maple Hill Fire Department and the Minnesota State Patrol. “Upon arrival, there was a... READ MORE >
Minnesota’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate held at 2.8 percent in November, according to data released today by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). In November, Minnesota lost 800 jobs on a seasonally adjusted basis. October’s previously announced gain of 3,400 jobs was reduced to 2,500 after revision. Minnesota’s unemployment rate remains the lowest since May 1999 and... READ MORE >
A North Shore Arts League is forming, with the first organizational meeting slated for Tuesday, January 8 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Johnson Heritage Post Art Gallery. If you have wanted a way to network with other artists in a supportive environment, this group may be for you. This includes potters, fiber artists, photographers, woodworkers, painters, sculptors,... READ MORE >
After reviewing an application from Tofte Township to help pay utility costs at the Birch Grove Community Center, Lutsen township supervisors voiced their preliminary support for Lutsen to pay $7,000 in 2019 toward those costs. The decision came at the board’s December 18 township meeting and follows voter approval given at the 2018 annual meeting. A delay in approving the... READ MORE >
The third annual Norpine Fat Bike Classic in Lutsen is set for Saturday, January 5, and showcases cycling fanatics from across the United States and Canada. Riders will compete for the chance to win a cash prize in the 24-mile-long course or a top finisher award in the 16-mile short-course. The course will take place on cross country ski trails,... READ MORE >
Lonnie Dupre, 55, might be getting older but he isn’t slowing down in his quest to make history. He is once again attempting to become the first person to solo climb Mount Hunter. At 14,573 feet, Hunter is the steepest and most technical of the three peaks in Denali National Park. And due to precipitous pitch, nasty cold, and high... READ MORE >
The special season for lake trout ice-fishing on lakes within the Boundary Waters will start on Dec. 30 this year, and will run until March 31, 2019. The BWCAW trout opener arrives about two weeks before lakes in the rest of the state are open to lake trout fishing, thanks to 2009 legislation. Some lake trout fishing tips from the... READ MORE >
Just in time or Christmas—and cross country skiing—a lot of new snow fell wiping out the bare spots on the ground. Groomers across the county have been out in force setting tracks and making skate lanes for Nordic skiers and where allowed, fat tire bikers. For a daily update about the 400k of trails in the county, the largest trail... READ MORE >
People interested in DNR strategies for managing Grand Marais area lakes and streams are encouraged to review current management plans and submit comments for the plans scheduled for review this winter. This annual review process includes several waters located within the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW). Comments on lakes and streams in the Grand Marais area will be accepted... READ MORE >
The Cook County High School Invite was held on Dec. 15 at Lutsen Mountains on Koo- Koo. With perfect weather, a daytime high of 28F, sunny skies and awesome snow conditions, the 124 participating racers skied two runs on a challenging Slalom course. There were seven teams from Section 7 including; Hibbing, Virginia Area, East, Marshall, Hermantown, CEC, Denfeld, plus... READ MORE >
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