Folk/punk musician and storyteller Shannon Murray, hailing from the north woods of Minnesota, is set to ignite the stage at the Grand Marais Public Library on June 8th at 1 p.m. with their captivating presentation of “People’s Music: Songs of the IWW.” Inspired by the revolutionary spirit of the Industrial Workers of the World (IWW), Murray’s performance promises an unforgettable blend of music, storytelling, and social justice history.
The verdant green of spring fills me with hope. We may only have five months of leaves in Cook County, but they’re stunning. As I drive down the hill into town, I’m awed at the glowing light greens contrasted with the deep green of the pines. It’s a rare day when I don’t revel in the view as I approach Lake Superior (though I’m often pushing the clock to arrive at a class, a meeting, or a thrift store work shift on time).
Once again, Coach April Wahlstrom’s Envirothon teams ended the year with a trip the state meet. The Cook County High School Envirothon teams placed first and second at Sections, and both advanced to the state meet, where they placed 10th and 11th, respectively.
In his heartfelt remarks to the folks young and old gathering on the courthouse lawn on Monday, May 26, Memorial Day, American Legion Post 413 Commander Bob Mattson reminded everyone about the profound sacrifice our military—men and women—have made for the United States, fostering a sense of shared purpose and community.
Over 650 cyclists bravely took on the challenge of one of three races held last Saturday as part of the Grand Du Nord gravel grinding event. The races, spanning 26 miles, 54 miles, or a grueling 110 miles, tested their endurance and determination.
Academic Excellence Awards President’s Education “Gold” Award – to students that have a 3.8 -4.0 Rolling Cume GPA through the end of 3rd quarter 9th Grade: Lauren Berglund, Anni Dix, Kajsa Ekstrom, Noah Gregg, Sophia Lindstrom, Sidney Litterst, Brianna Monson, Eero Moody, Grant Oberg, Graham Oberholtzer, Cole Pederson, Elias Pszwaro 10th Grade: Emma Crook, Georgi Dimitrov, Ben Fitzgerald-Wells, Ruby Gulstrand, Zoe Kacures, MJ Wharton, Grete Youngdahl 11th Grade: Jordan Backstrom, Grace Blomberg, Claire Lindstorm, Molly Quello, Knut Remmem, Noah Smith, Lexi Surbaugh
On Tuesday, May 27, at the Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation (IRRR) Board meeting, it was announced that an estimated $9.5 million in business loans and grants, $2.9 million in housing grants, $793,652 in infrastructure grants and $52,600 in trails grants were reviewed to advance projects in northeastern Minnesota.
“Oh my, it looks like everything has changed here. It looks like a brand new store,” said the lady who had just entered the Tofte General grocery store in front of me.
Under the leadership of Scott Benolken, a heartwarming tradition unfolds each year, inviting past and present members of the U.S. military to join in a memorable journey. Together, they traverse the back country roads of Cook County, either in their own off-road vehicles or in a vehicle from Cook County Tread Lightly's Off-Road Club, a community Benolken is proud to be a part of.
The High School Musical I generally like to pick on someone my own size. Or bigger.