Todd Ford, Public Information Coordinator | July 21, 2023
Artists will be selected to install works of art in designated public locations within North Shore Health September 1, 2023 – January 1, 2024. North Shore Health (NSH) has enjoyed a proud history of displaying the creative work of local artists in their facility’s public areas. During COVID, that activity was paused due to safety protocols that discouraged public gatherings.... READ MORE >
Todd Ford, Public Information Coordinator | April 28, 2023
The Cook County Highway Department announced that they will hold their first public meeting for the Devil Track Road Reconditioning Project on Thursday, May 11, 2023, from 6:00 -7:00 p.m. in the Commissioner’s Room at the Cook County MN Courthouse. The public is welcome and encouraged to attend. The purpose of the meeting will be to gather input from the... READ MORE >
Todd Ford, Public Information Coordinator | April 07, 2023
For three decades Cook County Emergency Management has brought forth an Emergency Services Conference and this year is no different. The 31st offering of the Emergency Services Conference will be held in Grand Marais on April 28 and 29, 2023. This great Cook County “get together” attracts local Firefighters, Emergency Medical Service personnel, US Customs and Border Protection, US Border... READ MORE >
Todd Ford, Public Information Coordinator | March 31, 2023
For three decades Cook County Emergency Management has brought forth an Emergency Services Conference and this year is no different. The 31st offering of the Emergency Services Conference will be held in Grand Marais on April 28 and 29, 2023. This great Cook County “get together” attracts local Firefighters, Emergency Medical Service personnel, US Customs and Border Protection, US Border... READ MORE >
Todd Ford, Public Information Coordinator | March 31, 2023
On March 22, Tuesday, 23-year-old Bradley Joseph Wilson, Jr. of Grand Marais was convicted by jury trial of felony level Stalking (Pattern of Stalking), Harassment, and Violation of Harassment Restraining Order. Twelve dedicated jurors served for a week to bring the case to resolution, including jury selection, testimony, and 13 hours of deliberation. “This is a victory on behalf of... READ MORE >
Todd Ford, Public Information Coordinator | March 03, 2023
Cook County Public Health and Human Services is partnering with Cook County Higher Education to host an Adult Mental Health First Aid class on Friday, March 3, 2023. The course is supported through a generous grant from the North Shore Healthcare Foundation. The free class will be held at Cook County Higher Education from 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Participants must be... READ MORE >
Todd Ford, Public Information Coordinator | February 03, 2023
Cook County will host three open house sessions on Thursday, February 16, to gather public input on the prioritization of projects to address deferred maintenance of County buildings and to accommodate future space needs. The meetings will take place in the County Courthouse from 10:00 a.m. – noon, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m., and 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. The work is... READ MORE >
Todd Ford, Public Information Coordinator | January 27, 2023
Public Health and Human Services (PHHS) along with the Cook County Economic Development Authority (EDA) are preparing to launch a series of efforts to strengthen local childcare systems in 2023. Alison McIntyre, Director of Cook County Public Health and Human Services states, “Childcare is an essential resource for our local families, workforce and community. Families throughout Cook County and the... READ MORE >
Todd Ford, Public Information Coordinator | January 06, 2023
A structure fire at 11 Poplar Creek Drive in the mid-Gunflint Trail area, was reported at 10:58 p.m., on Dec 28, 2022. Responding units arrived to find multiple structures engulfed in flames. The reporting party also stated that there was possibly a man and a dog in one of the units. Gunflint Trail Volunteer Fire Department arrived on the scene... READ MORE >
Todd Ford, Public Information Coordinator | November 26, 2022
Cook County Minnesota will hold three open house meetings on Thursday, December 1, 2022, to gather community feedback that will inform the update of the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for County buildings. The meetings will take place in the Commissioner’s Room inside the Cook County Courthouse at 411 W. 2nd Street in Grand Marais. There will be three presentations to... READ MORE >
