Cook County Public Health and Human Services (PHHS) issues a Request for Proposals (RFP) through the Public Health Fund. To be considered for the Public Health Fund, applicants should align their requests with goals identified through the Cook County Community Health Assessment and Improvement Plan. Areas that align with these goals are: •Access to specialty medical services •Behavioral health •Safe... READ MORE >
The Grand Marais-Cook County Airport Advisory Commission is actively recruiting qualified candidates to fill two Commissioner positions that have recently been vacated. Alternates are also being sought. This Commission was established to advise the County Board and educate the community on the development and use of aeronautics, determine the mission and goals of the airport, develop, implement, and enforce policies... READ MORE >
With the arrival of warm weather, Cook County will experience the influx of tourists, outdoor events and activities, and the inevitable road construction. While disruptive, these projects bring much-needed improvements to the roads upon which we are so dependent. Harsh winter weather damages our roads, and there is a short window of time for repairs to be completed. We will... READ MORE >
Cook County Public Health and Human Services (PHHS) and Sawtooth Mountain Clinic (SMC) announce expanded eligibility for COVID-19 booster vaccines following updated recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Those ages 5-11 are eligible for a booster five months after receiving the initial two-dose Pfizer vaccine series. “Vaccination for the 5-11 age group benefits our children in... READ MORE >
On Monday, May 16, 2022, Cook County, Minnesota issued a Local Emergency Declaration on May 12, 2022, after flooding damaged roads and culverts in multiple locations around the County. The damage has led to several road closures, but most roads are now open again as Cook County Highway Department crews continue to make repairs and floodwaters have begun to recede.... READ MORE >
The Cook County MN Highway Department was recently awarded $1.1 million through the Federal Lands Access Program (FLAP) for the Mill the Hill and Bridge Replacement project scheduled for 2024. FLAP grants are competitive grants offered through US DOT FHWA (Federal Highway Administration). The project will take place along the Gunflint Trail from 5th Avenue West up to Devil Track... READ MORE >
The Bike Safety Rodeo has become a much loved and anticipated annual event in Grand Marais, bringing families and children from across the county together to help kids learn how to bike safely. Each year this event is possible thanks to community volunteers; this year, we need you! The 2022 Bike Safety Rodeo will be held on Thursday, May 12... READ MORE >
Cook County Public Health announces that they will host a series of free Pop-Up COVID-19 Testing events focused on reducing the potential for increasing community spread of COVID-19 due to spring travels or upcoming social gatherings with friends and family. The first free event took place March 24. The second event will run from noon to 5 p.m. on Thursday,... READ MORE >
