After a shocking December 9, 2009 diagnosis of breast cancer, Jenny Atkinson, 36, of Clearwater Lake immediately put on her rally cap just as she has in difficult situations before. She consulted with a great team of doctors, set out a treatment plan, and started chemotherapy just four days after celebrating her first Christmas as a mother. As eight-time log... READ MORE >
On Wednesday, Feb. 24, local and guest artists began painting in the first Grand Marais Art Colony winter outdoor painting event. Yes, winter. Bundled painters are dispersed along the Gunflint Trail capturing the still winter beauty of the north woods. Frozen waterfalls, snow-capped pines, and blanketed lakes are being brushed on canvas as artists brave the cold during the Winter... READ MORE >
The Johnson Heritage Post in Grand Marais will be offering an exhibit of photographs by local photographers from March 5 to March 28. An opening reception to meet the photographers will be held Friday, March 5 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Photographs by Travis Novitsky, Paul Sundberg, Jon Woods, Don Davison, Bruce Johnson and Roger Nordstrom will be on display... READ MORE >
North House Folk School announces the return of Inuit guest instructor Ohito Ashoona for two hands-on soapstone carving classes as part of Sivertson Art Gallery’s 10th annual Inuit Art Premiere. Ashoona will teach Inuit Soapstone Carving Traditions (March 11-12) and Inuit Stone Sculpting — Movement On Ice (March 14-15). The soapstone carving classes complement Sivertson Art Gallery’s Inuit Art Premiere,... READ MORE >
Anders Zimmer, 14, of Grand Marais, has been selected to once again compete for a spot on the U.S. Junior Olympic National team. At press time, Anders was heading to competition in Marquette, Michigan Feb. 17-20. While at Marquette, Anders will be competing in slalom, giant slalom and the downhill. If he does well in Michigan, Anders will earn a... READ MORE >
Minnesota’s state forest nurseries have more than 25 species of evergreens, deciduous trees and shrubs available for purchase. Seedlings are sold in orders of 500 or more, although purchases may be broken down into increments of 100 of a species. Prices for 500 seedlings run from $90 to $470. To purchase seedlings from Minnesota state forest nurseries, call 800-657-3767. By... READ MORE >
Minnesota residents who head south during the cold months or “snowbirds” may not be sure about when—and where— they should complete their Census 2010 questionnaire. The Minnesota State Demographic Center recommends that Minnesota residents who reside out of state for the winter months answer only the 2010 Census form they receive at their Minnesota address. “Every Minnesotan needs to answer... READ MORE >
Everyone has a good time at the Mush for a Cure event in March and this year things will be even more fun, starting with a Pink Prom Pasta Party. Friday night’s spaghetti dinner at Trail Center will have a prom theme. Slurp pink spaghetti noodles while wearing a pink prom dress or a retro tuxedo. Come and see who... READ MORE >
The Superior Hiking Trail is sponsoring guided hikes to encourage people to get out and enjoy the trail in winter weather. Participants must provide their own snowshoes. A Saturday, March 6 hike begins at 10:00 a.m. and will go from Gun Club Road to Lake Co Rd 301 Trailhead – 3.4 miles. Participants will snowshoe along one of the newest... READ MORE >
Jessica Berg-Collman of Grand Marais is once again raising funds for Mush for a Cure (MFAC) in March. Jessica has won awards for the highest number of pledges in the past and she is working hard to top her previous records. She is especially dedicated to MFAC this year, as she is mushing in honor of her mentor and log... READ MORE >
