Lois Ann Suck, age 63, of Hollister, Missouri, passed away on September 7, 2021. She entered this life on September 22, 1957, the daughter of Robert and Delores (Stielow) McLean in Grand Marais, Minnesota. She is preceded in death by both parents and her older sister Frances. Lois enjoyed the simple things in life, including sitting by the fire and... READ MORE >
DEVIL’S TRACK RIVER BOYS Lemonade, worms, and bird houses were for sale each summer. From left to right: Stanley, Ed, and Howard Hedstrom are pictured here one summer in the 1960s during Fisherman’s Picnic. They brought in about $30 for the season. Lemonade was 10 cents and worms were 5 cents.... READ MORE >
More than 150 mad, sad deeply concerned young and old folks came out to take part in a peaceful protest against the recent Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe V Wade. Most were carrying signs that said “My body. My choice.” Or “We won’t go back,” along with a half a dozen other messages. And while the decision allows states... READ MORE >
Make some time on your schedule this weekend to take in the 31st Grand Marais Art Festival. The festival will once again be held at the I.S.D. 166 Cook County Schools parking lots. Spectators and shoppers will have 83 booths and displays to explore. Featured works include ceramics, jewelry, paintings, photography, woodwork, leatherwork, sculpture, glass, fiber, mixed media, and more.... READ MORE >
While spring may have been a long time coming, it finally did arrive and along with it came the flowers! As you walk around Grand Marais, you will find numerous planters bursting forth with lovely blooms. They truly do brighten up the area! But, have you ever wondered how they got there? Well, you have the Grand Marais Garden Club... READ MORE >
Multilingual vocalist/ songwriter Eleanor Dubinsky and Argentine guitarist/composer Dario Acosta Teich bring audiences together with fresh interpretations of jazz, Latin, popular, and original songs. Their interactive presentation From Buenos Aires to the Andes: A Musical Journey Through Argentina takes audience members on a dynamic ride through traditional tango and the folk genres of chacarera and huayno (Argentine folk music that... READ MORE >
This Black-throated Green Warbler in a cedar tree seems to be eyeing a mosquito that was flying by. As Jean Brislance so truly noted, “I hope the birds are hungry, as there are still plenty of mosquitoes for them to eat!”... READ MORE >
Ruby’s Pantry Cook County Ruby’s Pantry, 2nd Tuesday of the month food distribution 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., $25 (cash only) Sponsored by Spirit of the Wilderness Church. You will be amazed at all the food you get at the Cook County Community Center. No financial or other qualifications—this is surplus food for all! Ruby’s Pantry West End Ruby’s Pantry... READ MORE >
Just down the road from Cook County in Finland, Minnesota, is Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center, the largest accredited residential environmental learning center in the nation. This summer Wolf Ridge is holding a 50 plus year reunion for former staff, community members and longtime supporters. The reunion will take place August 26-28 and is also open to the public. Wolf... READ MORE >
