In conducting a licensing review of Cook County Wilderness Outpatient on September 20, 2018, the Minnesota Department of Human Services found 14 areas that were out of compliance with rules that govern a substance use disorder treatment center and issued correction orders. Most of the violations were found in record keeping. An example is, “The license holder’s service initiation policy... READ MORE >
Skyport Lodge’s Raven Rock Grill reopens for the winter season on Friday, November 30 at 3 p.m., but with a twist. “We will have a very special visit from Hunt + Capture!” said owner Rachelle Christianson. Lacey and Amanda of Hunt + Capture specialize in photo, motion, creating and directing visual stories for their clients. The partners and co-founders of... READ MORE >
It’s no laughing matter (Ho, Ho, Ho!), Santa is coming to Grand Marais a wee bit early this year to be at the Santa’s Workshop which is hosted by the Cook County Girl Scouts at a new location. This year the Saturday, December 1 workshop will be located at the Cook County Community Center and not at the Congregational Church... READ MORE >
MNsure announced that over 97,000 Minnesotans have signed up for private health plan coverage through MNsure during the first two weeks of open enrollment. MNsure’s open enrollment runs until January 13, 2019. For coverage that begins January 1, 2019, Minnesotans must enroll by December 15, 2018. “We are excited with our smooth start to open enrollment and that over 97,000... READ MORE >
Opportunities to serve our northeast Minnesota and northwest Wisconsin communities are now available. Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank is seeking up to four (4) new board members to serve on its regional board of directors beginning in January 2019. If you or someone you know may be a good fit, tell them about this opportunity. The Second Harvest questionnaire... READ MORE >
Early cold temperatures and several inches of snow in parts of the state have many snowmobile enthusiasts excited to take their first ride of the season, but most trails will need more snow before grooming can begin. Most of the state’s snowmobile trails are not yet ready for riding, according to the Department of Natural Resources. Minnesota’s snowmobile trails officially... READ MORE >
Minnesota anglers who want to catch a state record northern pike now have a new mark to beat after angler Matthew Swanson of Woodbury has claimed the record with a 45¼-inch northern pike caught on the Rainy River. The record surpasses the first ever record set in early October when Maddy Ogg caught and released a 43½-inch pike from Mille... READ MORE >
Now is the time to talk with kids about the dangers of ice. Ice thickness varies greatly on lakes, ponds and rivers throughout the state. Some water bodies have none, while others have several inches, according to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. “Ice, especially early ice with snow cover, is extremely deceptive because you can’t see dangerous cracks or... READ MORE >
This past Saturday the Cook County YMCA swim team traveled to Duluth to compete in a big YMCA swim meet, and the local kids produced some great results posting 10 personal best times and a similar number of ribbons. Mary June had an excellent first meet of the season gaining three great times with a particularly graceful 100 free and... READ MORE >
The Cook County I.S.D. 166 Knowledge Bowl team traveled to the Iron Range last week for their last tournament of the season, and like most good squads, they saved their best effort for last. “It was a big time showing for Cook County Knowledge Bowl,” said head coach David Liechty. “This was the most competitive fall season in years, and... READ MORE >
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