Cairns connect Highway 61 communities
Rhonda Silence
In recent weeks, motorists on Highway 61 have seen large rock cairn signs erected at six locations along Highway 61. On Tuesday, September 22, 2009, members of several scenic byways groups and local government officials celebrated the completion of the first phase of the North Shore Scenic Drive project. Full Story
New Lutsen sled dog kennel approved
A new sled dog kennel has been approved within the county, but this time its detractors were not complaining about its being located too close to population centers – they complained that it was too close to the wilderness. Full Story
Bushes at courthouse drawing complaints
Cook County Maintenance Director Brian Silence has been hearing complaints about overgrown bushes in front of the courthouse. They are overtaking the sidewalk on Second Street and making snow shoveling difficult on the front steps. Full Story
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Photo by Janet Effler This adorable gray fox is a frequent visitor to a home just east of Grand Marais on Highway 61. Janet Effler said she enjoys seeing a family of four almost nightly. Full Story
