Young boat builder David Hansen
David Hansen, 14, of Lutsen has accomplished something many grown men only dream of. With the help of his uncle, Neil Hansen, he has built his own seaworthy vessel, a Barnegat Bay Sneakbox. Neil Hansen said David got the idea of building a boat after seeing an old hydroplane at the family's Caribou Lake cabin. "He said, 'Maybe we could build one,'" said Neil. Full Story
Tennis tournament will go on despite construction
The Grand Marais Fisherman's Picnic Tennis Tournament will begin Wednesday, July 29 at the high school tennis courts and continue through Sunday, Aug. 2. Due to court reconstruction there are only two courts available this year. Consequently, the adult tournament will be doubles only. There will be consolation matches as court availability permits. Full Story
Olson graduates from Vermilion College
Trisha Olson of Grand Marais graduated on May 12, 2009 from Vermilion Community College in Ely, MN. She earned an associate degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences. Vermilion Community College educates people from all walks of life to become well-rounded, ethical citizens prepared to work, live, and learn in a changing world, especially the natural world that surrounds us. Full Story
Mellang graduates from University of MN
Martina Summer Mellang of Lutsen was among the candidates for graduation at the University of Minnesota's Undergraduate Commencement on Saturday, May 16 at the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center. Martina received her bachelor of applied sciences degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders. Full Story
Tasha Johnson to attend UMM
Tasha Johnson of Grand Marais has been accepted to and has chosen to attend the University of Minnesota, Morris (UMM), one of the most respected public liberal arts colleges in the nation, beginning fall 2009. Tasha is a 2007 graduate of Cook County High School. She is the daughter of Annette Johnson and Rocky Johnson of Grand Marais. Full Story
Dahlman, Laky named to Bethel dean's list
Two Grand Marais residents, Kaari Dahlman and Hannah Laky, have been named to the 2009 spring semester dean's list at Bethel University in St. Paul. Kaari is the daughter of Bruce and Kate Dahlman. She is majoring in English literature and writing. Hannah is the daughter of Mark and Laura Laky; her major is art. Full Story
Bockovich, Olson on Bemidji dean's list
Two Grand Marais students, Kristen Bockovich and Trisha Olson, have been named to the 2009 spring semester dean's list at Bemidji State University. Full Story
Grand Marais Arts Festival
Grand Marais was busy the weekend of July 11 during the 2009 Arts Festival sponsored by the Grand Marais Art Colony. The sun shone and high winds brought in fluffy white clouds, requiring the rows of white tents to be braced with buckets of rocks from the beach. Full Story
North Shore Dragon Boat Festival
Sched ule of Events Thursday, July 23 5:00- 8:00 PM D ragonboat Practice & Training Grand Marais Harbor 6:30 PM T exas Hold 'em Tournament American Legion, downtown Grand Marais 7: Full Story
Buck's Big Fish Report
Where are the fish biting?
Walleye Releases According to Buck's Hardware, fishermen have had success with walleyes on Saganaga and Seagull Lakes in 8 to 15 feet of water, drifting with Lindy Rigs and leech. At Crescent Lake they have been biting in 20 to 23 feet of water with jig and minnow. Devil Fish Lake walleyes are hitting at 15 to 18 feet of water with jig and minnow and drifting leeches. Full Story
Superior Hiking Trail events planned
Hikers are invited to participate in summer hikes with the Superior Hiking Trail Association. The next hike is Gooseberry Falls State Park to Split Rock River wayside on Aug. 22. Thesix-mile hike will take participants through nice forest with great views of Lake Superior. Hikers will meet at 10 a.m. at the Split Rock River wayside. (Highway 61 milepost 43.5. Full Story
Minnesota's thin green line: Shoreland buffers
What we do with shorelines affects Minnesota's waters. Native plant buffers are a thin, green line protecting our rivers, lakes and wetlands from harmful pollutants and sediments. Many species rely on these natural habitats for food, shelter and travel. Full Story
DNR issues burn permit reminder
Cook County is currently under burn restrictions. However, even when restrictions are lifted, property owners need to carefully consider conditions before burning brush. Also, remember that a burning permit is always required. Full Story
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