On May 27th, a letter to the editor from Theresa Donovan of Hovland was published. As someone who lives in Hovland, I feel another view is needed. I have lived in Cook County all my life. The Grand Marais Public Library has always been a wonderful resource. I have used the quiet room, the conference room, and study spaces to... READ MORE >
Thank you to everyone who has helped with the First and Second Thrift Store move. We have a community to be proud of. I’m writing on behalf of the board and volunteers of the First & Second Thrift Store, and we’d like to thank a number of individuals and organizations for their support as we plan our move to the... READ MORE >
This is an open letter to those who choose to spread their hate in our community. Those who steal pride flags, bear misinformation as a weapon, and use religion as a shroud. There is no joy, relief or victory for you on this path. We have always existed. We will always exist. We will continue to love, grow, raise children,... READ MORE >
Congressman Pete Stauber (MN-08) announced he has been awarded the 2023 Quincy Jones Exceptional Advocacy Awardee from the Global Down Syndrome Foundation (GLOBAL) for his work in Congress advocating on behalf of research on Down syndrome. “It’s a great honor to receive the Quincy Jones Exceptional Advocacy Award,” said Congressman Stauber. “My third son Isaac happened to be born with... READ MORE >
An Old Time Dance Party is coming to the Covill Town Hall on Saturday, July 15 at 7 p.m. Bring some rhythm and comfortable shoes. The cost is $5 per person but kids 12 and under can come free as long as they are accompanied by an adult. If you are not sure you know what Old Time Dancing is... READ MORE >
Few things in nature are as beautiful as coming across a Lady Slipper while on a walk through the woods. Minnesota’s state flower is a “showy pink and white lady slipper.” Since 1925 in Minnesota, it has been illegal to pick or uproot lady slippers unless they are on your own property.... READ MORE >
Praise for recently retired Joan Gardner-Goodno’s work as executive director of the Lloyd K. Johnson Foundation was enthusiastic and heartfelt as seven people came forward to thank her for her dedication and kindness shown to Cook County residents, in particular to the county’s children, on Thursday, June 1 at a celebration dedicated to Joan held at the North House Folk... READ MORE >
Lawrence (Larry) Johannes Larsen, Jr., age 76, passed away on June 1, 2023, surrounded by family at North Shore Health Hospital in Grand Marais due to complications of Agent Orange induced Parkinson’s Disease. Larry was born to Lawrence and Irma Larsen on September 28, 1946. He grew up on the shores of Lake Superior at his family’s resort “Lakeview Cabins”... READ MORE >
Jane E. Shaw age 84, of Chanhassen, Minnesota, passed away from breast cancer on Saturday, June 3, 2023. Jane was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In 1956, she graduated from Washburn High School and went on to earn a teaching degree from Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter, Minnesota. In 1962 she married William “Bill” Shaw. She was devoted to Bill... READ MORE >
