Join North House Folk School instructors Mike Loeffler and Anne Grinager to raise two new picnic shelter frames at the Sweetheart’s Bluff nature area in Grand Marais. This class is for anyone interested in getting an introduction to timber framing. We will be raising two 12- by 12-foot frames as day use shelters on the local trail system of Sweetheart’s... READ MORE >
Fall colors in Cook County can’t be beat, and the annual color change is under way. Now there is a new webcam on Lutsen Mountains that will help visitors track fall colors in real time, so they can plan their trips accordingly. “The camera is a spectacular way to view the change of seasons on the North Shore,” says Jim... READ MORE >
Minnesota’s wolf population estimate was 2,655 wolves and 465 wolf packs during the winter of 2017-2018 within Minnesota’s wolf range, an estimate that is statistically unchanged from the previous winter, according to the Department of Natural Resources. “Subtle changes in wolf population numbers year to year indicate that Minnesota supports a healthy wolf population and the long-term trends demonstrate that... READ MORE >
Bring your unwanted fish, reptiles and aquatic plants to the Habitattitude Surrender event on Saturday, October 6 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Animal Allies, 4006 Airport Road, Duluth. “Pet fish, reptiles and plants released, flushed or allowed to escape from aquariums and water gardens into Minnesota’s waters are potentially harmful to our environment and our economy,” said Doug... READ MORE >
The Sawtooth Mountain Bike Challenge, a 25-year-old race that occurs on Pincushion Mountain overlooking Grand Marais, is the main fundraiser for the Superior Cycling Association’s (SCA) trail maintenance fund. Participants will experience a good riding challenge, have fun and raise money for a great cause. Distances for the October 20 event include 22 miles, 15 miles, 8 miles, and children’s... READ MORE >
Do you know that two out of three people die without a will? This course will explain why every adult should have a will, power of attorney and health care directive. Ruthanne Hedstrom Voss will instruct the class. Voss is an estate planning attorney with Mathison and Vos Law Office. She will discuss the preliminary steps in making a will... READ MORE >
If you’d like to improve your writing, understanding the Six Traits is incredibly helpful. In fact, it works for both novice and experienced writers. These traits were identified in the early ’80s by educators who spent years evaluating good writing to discover what factors distinguish excellent writing from mediocre. In two evening sessions we’ll go over information on the Six... READ MORE >
The summer ended with record volumes at Thunder Bay Airport. As of August 31, the airport has recorded a new high of 588,076 passengers representing a 4.6 percent increase from last year. Strong volumes from northern communities have been a significant contributor to the 2018 records. Bearskin Airlines, North Star Air and Wasaya Airways are all showing strong volumes. A... READ MORE >
The Cook County In-Home Support Program is looking for part-time independent contractors to assist residents who are elderly or disabled remain in their homes by assisting with homemaking tasks like housekeeping, laundry, and errand running. “Our program has experienced recent changes in service provider availability, while at the same time, we continue to receive new referrals for individuals in need,”... READ MORE >
The Cook County Sheriff ’s Office has received multiple reports of residents receiving the IRS scam phone calls on Monday, September 17, all of them originating from the same number that begins with 302-202-… The caller claims to be a representative from the IRS demanding money for taxes that are owed or the delinquent client could be arrested. These calls... READ MORE >
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