The 2023 legislative session concluded Monday, May 22, and Rep. Roger Skraba, R-Ely, said it will be remembered for victories for the Northland on several issues including a bonding bill that will provide funding for numerous local and regional projects as well as disappointments including nearly $10 billion in tax increases despite the state’s record-setting $17.5 billion budget surplus. “Minnesotans... READ MORE >
The 2023 legislative session came to a close on Monday, May 22nd. It was memorable in many ways: over 6,000 bills were introduced between both bodies; the session lasted a historic number of legislative days; and the session is being described as one of the most productive ever! It is important to note that there was bi-partisan work done on... READ MORE >
A petition asking the Grand Marais Public Library to “stop engaging in political ideological activism” has grown to 116, up from the number of 65 posted. The writer notes, “The drag queen story hour is one example of this.” The writer had wanted the petition link included in her letter to the editor. The petition link is www.ipetitions.com/petition/stop-activism-at-the-gm-public-library. The newspaper... READ MORE >
With the 2023 construction season fast approaching a variety of construction projects are taking place across the county: from the Sawbill Trail to Grand Marais and up to Hovland. Beginning on the west end of the county and at the end of the Sawbill Trail we will be replacing a deficient metal culvert across Sawbill Creek. This project will utilize... READ MORE >
Kids and Teens! Come learn to touch the sky and soar with the sun! Summer Solstice Pageant stilt walking practice is starting soon. Beginners welcome. Save these dates for training sessions near the Grand Marais Community Center Arena: * Sunday, June 4 — Afternoon * Wednesday, June 7 — Morning * Saturday, June 11 — Afternoon Follow Good Harbor Hill... READ MORE >
Anyone who has attended the local Summer Solstice Pageant would agree that the puppetry and pageantry are first rate. But who makes those puppets? People just like you, that’s who! If you would like to participate in creating life-sized puppets please come to the Grand Marais Community Center Wednesday, May 31 Through Wednesday, June 14. The hours are 10 a.m.-... READ MORE >
The family of Pete Walsh invites the community to a celebration of life. Please bring stories and memories of our dad, we’d love to hear them. June... READ MORE >
Blair (Bump) Woolsey, DDS, 92, formerly of White Bear Lake, MN passed away peacefully on Friday, May 19, 2023. He was a 1947 graduate of South St. Paul HS. He graduated from Macalester College in 1951 and from the University of Minnesota Dental School in 1959. He served in the USMC for 27 years, retiring as Colonel in 1979. Blair... READ MORE >
William Thomas Doucette, aka Billy D, passed away in his sleep on the evening of October 5th, 2022, at the age of 75. All are invited to join us for a celebration of his life at the Grand Marais Municipal Campground on June 10th at 2 p.m. There will be a graveside service at 1:00 for family and friends. Bill... READ MORE >
