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One more question on biomass
One of my questions to the Cook County Local Energy Project regarding the Italian Turboden biomass plant proposal was left out last week. I have another question about the project featured in the May 2 News-Herald. The article claims that the plant could provide heat and electricity for several public buildings in Grand Marais. Full Story
Heroes in Cook County
The Student Nurses Association would like to thank all that participated in the Bone Marrow Registry Drive in Cook County on May 5. I want to let you know that it was a great success. You have made a great commitment to save a life. You are a hero. Full Story
Community needs committed volunteers
What happened to volunteers? Where did all the "what's in it for me?" people come from? I volunteer for three organizations and I'm tired of hearing "I'm too busy" or "My time is worth more than that." If you volunteer your time, it should be just that—volunteering, not looking for what you can gain. Volunteering is for self-satisfaction or service to your community. Full Story
American workers need jobs
I have traveled and stayed in the Northland for 20 years. Wake up resorts — haven't you heard the unemployment is very high? So, why are resorts still bringing in foreign employees? Doesn't anyone watch the news and see people living in tents who have lost everything and want to work? Full Story
Welcoming visitors benefits all
In these tough economic times every little bit of money into our local economy matters. The odds of the government offering our local businesses a bailout aren't good so we need to take care of ourselves and each other in order to thrive and survive. We can all help each other by treating the tourists who visit our area with some old fashioned Cook County hospitality. Full Story
Ecumenical service inspiring
We'd like to express our appreciation to Paul Muus, Jamie Ryan, and Pastor Mark Ditmanson for the wonderful ecumenical Christian praise service they hosted at Bethlehem Lutheran Church on Sunday May 3. Each spring, year after year, Paul Muus throws his efforts and talents into organizing these evenings. Full Story
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