It is log rolling season again and time to start “spinning the cedar” before Fisherman’s Picnic! World champion log roller Jenny Atkinson is offering free classes and a tournament. The local youth tournament presented by the Grand Marais Lions Club, WoodMizer and Central Boiler will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 1 during Fisherman’s Picnic. To help participants prepare,... READ MORE >
North Shore community radio station WTIP begins its on air “Catch the Waves” Membership Drive on Wednesday, July 15. Station Manager Deb Benedict said, “The drive will continue for 5.5 days to raise a minimum of $22,000 to ‘keep on surfing’ this year.” Radio fans are invited to take part in the fun, excitement, live music in the studio, brats... READ MORE >
The North Shore Commercial Fishing Museum will host a fundraising raffle on Aug. 10. Tickets are $2, and may be purchased at the museum or by calling (218) 663-7050. The winners need not be present. Prizes include a morning on the lake commercial fishing with Dale Tormondsen, a half-day trip with North Coast Charters, two rounds of golf with cart... READ MORE >
The crowd was huge and expectant as the 2009 Fourth of July parade rolled through downtown Grand Marais, kids with outstretched arms hoping candy would be thrown their way. Making up for its small size, the parade went through town twice, as any good small-town parade would do. Winning the Chamber of Commerce awards for most patriotic and best of... READ MORE >
[caption id="attachment_1274" align="alignleft" width="200"]The Hovland community celebrated the 4th of July weekend at the Hovland Arts Festival. Top: Michael Monroe performed, even taking a special request for Puff the Magic Dragon from a young friend. Above left: The Festival included art—serious and silly, like these Lake Superior Characters, made by Mary Jo Flack. Above right:...... READ MORE >
It’s been 233 years since a shy and reserved Virginian by the name of Thomas Jefferson was appointed by Congressional committee to draft the Declaration of Independence. Thedate was June 23, 1779. Four others, including John Adams and Benjamin Franklin, reviewed and amended Jefferson’s original draft, and on July 4, 1779, the full Congress approved this country’s Declaration of Independence... READ MORE >
What Patriotism Means To Me Abram Voss, 5th grade, Richmond, MN What patriotism means to me is standing up for the needs of our country. Patriotism is Martin Luther King, Jr. speaking for equal rights. It is General Eisenhower fighting for his freedom and leading others in World War II. It is Patrick Henry shouting, “Give me liberty or give... READ MORE >
[caption id="attachment_1281" align="alignleft" width="300"]Left: At the May meeting of the Tofte Town Board, supervisors agreed that John Nelson should com with Staff photos/Rhonda Silence be the 2009 Tofte Citizen of the Year. Nelson was recognized for his service as a town supervisor and for all his volunteer work in the community. Right: Olivia Youngdahl of...... READ MORE >
I was unable to attend Irv Benson’s Memorial, but I was told on good authority that it was a wonderful event. Over 150 people were in attendance and the weather even cooperated for a day. The high winds have made the fishing a challenge. I like a walleye chop, but too much wind is dangerous and restricting. The walleye fishing... READ MORE >
According to Tyson at the Beaver House, walleye fishing has slowed significantly because mayflies are out. However, he said some fishermen have been having luck with leeches on spin-floats and Beaver Flicks. Tyson added that top water lures and torpedos are working for bass. Monty at Buck’s Hardware said fishermen have reported success on Devil Track and Kimball Lakes using... READ MORE >
