Grand Marais Rec Park Director Dave Tersteeg reported that this May was busier than last May at the Rec Park by as much as “eight to ten percent.” But, he noted, “May is a soft month” for business. Tersteeg was addressing the park board at its monthly meeting on Tuesday, June 6. Meanwhile, two big projects in the park are... READ MORE >
The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) has named Eric Meittunen Deputy Commissioner – Veterans Healthcare effective May 24. Meittunen will lead MDVA’s Healthcare Division with responsibility for five current and three new Veterans Homes, Adult Day Center, and Veteran Suicide Prevention initiatives. In addition, he will partner with the Healthcare Division Senior Leadership Team to engage our stakeholders, establish... READ MORE >
A community pancake breakfast will be held Saturday, June 17 at the Hub (Senior Center) in Grand Marais from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Proceeds from the fundraiser will be used to help fund activities and programs provided by the Hub. “There will be a matching grant up to $5,000,” said Larry Dean, who serves on the Hub’s board of... READ MORE >
The Grand Marais Garden Club meets on the second Monday of each month from May through December at St. John’s Catholic Church lower level at 10AM. This month we will be planning our annual July Flower show, and then for those interested, carpooling to Maxwell’s Woodland Nursery in Finland where you will have the opportunity to shop from a wide... READ MORE >
The Cook County Historical Society is pleased to announce that the recent tax bill signed by Governor Walz earlier this week included $700,000 for the Cook County Historical Society for restoration of the following Historic Cook County sites: the Cook County History Museum; the Johnson Heritage Post Art Gallery; the Bally Blacksmith Shop; the St. Francis Xavier Church, also known... READ MORE >
Construction of CSAH 15 (5th Avenue West) has begun in earnest. Work will run through the summer and into fall, with minor interruptions to water and sewer expected. The road will be resurfaced with sidewalks and parking on both sides of the street. The project extends from Highway 61 to just past the intersection of CSAH 7 (5th street).... READ MORE >
Grand Marais Garden Club Grand Marais Garden Club meeting June 12, 10:00 AM, St. John’s Catholic Church. Program is planning July 22nd Flower show, then carpooling to Maxwell Nursery in Finland. 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. Ruby’s... READ MORE >
Pet of the Week celebrates pets, past and present. Please share some of your favorite photos with all of us. If you bring a photo to the newspaper office, we can create a quality digital image with the scanner and give the photo right back to you. If you mail a photo to the newspaper office, we are careful to... READ MORE >
A Thunder Bay family was on an outing at Middle Falls on Pigeon River midday on Monday, June 5, when their Alaskan malamute “Mouse” jumped into the river and was being pulled towards the 20-foot falls. When Dillyan Dubray, 21, saw his dog struggling, he wasted little time hurtling himself into the river. He swam to the dog and pushed... READ MORE >
Nothing like having a good wrestling match with your siblings on a warm summer day while mom and dad are out hunting for your next meal.... READ MORE >
