A happy July 4 for Franken
Unorganized Te r r itory
It seems fitting somehow that the eight-month controversy surrounding the Minnesota senatorial race ended so near the 4th of July, Independence Day. I am proud of our country and its citizens and the way we handle elections and recounts, whether presidential or for a senate seat. Full Story
CORRECTIONS:
» In the June 27, 2009 article entitled Park board struggles with master plan, the date of the next regular park board meeting was mistakenly listed as Tuesday, July 14. The actual date is Tuesday, July 7 at 3:30 p.m. Full Story
Cut of different cloth
t h e good n ews
We write these columns to persuade people to convert. You knew that, right? We write of different worldviews, different values, of God and of his Son, Jesus, each from our own perspective, but each with either an implied or explicitly stated invitation to change your thinking and your life, to accept God's offer of mercy, forgiveness, and new life. Full Story
Historical Reflections
Do you have an old picture or a story from years gone by that you would like to share with Cook County News-Herald readers? Give us a call, or stop by our Grand Marais office.We'd love to hear your Historical Reflections. Full Story
Down Memory Lane
10 Years Ago · July 5, 1999 • The Cook County Women's Club has announced that it will disband as of this summer, with no fuss or fanfare after 35 years of existence. Full Story
Ta ste o f Home
If I asked you five questions about your childhood, I bet a dollar you could answer at least four right off the top of your head. What was the name of your childhood dog? (Tiny) What street did you live on? (Cramer Road) Who was your very best friend in kindergarten? (Colleen Lamb) What was the color of the carpet in your room? Full Story
Public transportation for seniors—and others
Brighter side of aging
There is public transportation in Cook County. No, it is not new. Arrowhead Transit, a division of Arrowhead Economic Opportunity Agency, has operated bus service in the county since 1974. The buses operate out of the Senior Center, but everyone— adults, children, visitors, senior citizens—is welcome to ride Arrowhead Transit buses. Full Story
Fishin' Traditions
Tai ls f rom the T r a i l
The fishing has been a roller coaster ride, much like the weather patterns of the past week. The bigger walleyes have moved out to the rock piles, but they are scattered. On windy days the bite is pretty good in the muddy bays, but the fish are definitely staging in spots closer to the big lake now. Full Story
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