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June 2024
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The Divide
My spirit cannot enter you nor yours mine when we are each wrapped so tightly in our robes of impregnable red or blue. Helmets and hoodies pulled tightly close off any listening. Life has become one large Rorschach test as eyes see nothing they don’t want to see. I’m certain my anger and disgust are justified since I consider no other arguments. There can’t be more than one God. But how else could we each claim to be solely blessed and on our side. It’s all become about winning which means someone must lose. I worry of our future especially when I realize we are the models for those who will follow.
Writer calls for a repeal of Minnesota’s Nuclear Moratorium
Last year, Minnesota lawmakers passed a bill focused on requiring carbon-free electricity production by 2040. This legislation will essentially eliminate fossil fuel electric utility plants in Minnesota within the next 16 years. When these plants are retired, many business leaders are concerned about the reliability of the electric grid. While renewables are helpful and should be pursued aggressively, dependable base load generation capacity is still essential. In other words, we need electricity that is available when the wind isn’t blowing, and the sun isn’t shining. This is why it’s very important for our elected officials at the State Capitol to repeal the nuclear moratorium that has been in place in Minnesota for over 30 years.
ISD 166 Safety Class Concludes with Cook County Emergency Management Content
The sixth grade ISD 166 Safety Class taught by teacher Emma Spoon concluded its seventh year as one of the most unique and popular courses offered. Since 2017, Spoon reports that 200 students have been certified in ATV safety, 191 in snowmobile safety, and 177 in firearms safety. The course began with a pilot for ATV and snowmobile safety made possible through funding through the Cook County Schools ISD 166 Education Foundation and then blossomed into a full year, alternating day curriculum. Archery has been added, and it has been great that one of our local residents, Rob Staples, has provided the school with a large, safe outdoor space to have their spring Field Day for many years. It is hoped that the Flintlock Range will eventually provide the space for Field Day activities.
Borson named to Dean’s List at UW-Superior
The University of Wisconsin-Superior has named Erica Borson of Schroeder to the Dean's List for academic achievement during the Spring 2024 semester. To be named to the Dean's List, students must have completed 12 degree-seeking semester credits and achieved at least a 3.50 grade point average (on a 4.0 scale).
Memberships and more at Cook County ATV Club gathering
The Cook County ATV Club is holding its annual membership meeting at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 15 at Skyport Lodge on Devil Track Lake. This event is an annual meeting, but it’s also an annual celebration. Community members are invited to join the ATV Club or renew their memberships, vote for board members, visit with friends, and take a chance at some fun raffle items. When the raffle drawings are done (at about 2 p.m.), everyone is invited to hit the trails for a ride to Hungry Jack Lodge.
Local Senior Legion baseball team falls to Ely
BRIAN LARSEN The Cook County/Silver Bay 18 and under Senior Legion baseball team, despite their best efforts, lost a home game on Tuesday, June 11, by a score of 8-1. After a tense scoreless first inning, the Timberwolves broke the deadlock with one run in the second.
Katie Peck named to MCAC Spring 2024 Elite Team
BRIAN LARSEN Katie Peck completed her freshman year at Mesabi Range College in fine form. The three sport athlete (volleyball, basketball and softball) was named to the Minnesota College Athletic Conference (MCAC) Spring 2024 Elite Team for basketball and softball.
Patricia Brandt
Patricia Brandt 5/26/37 – 1/3/24 Patricia (Pat) Brandt, age 86, formerly of Grand Marais, Minnesota, retired her weary worn-out body. Her beautiful soul left this world to be with Jesus on January 3, 2024, at 11:55 am in Galena, Ohio, surrounded by her loving family.
Ellie Christiansen
Eloise “Ellie” Christiansen, 69, of Grand Marais died suddenly on June 6, 2024 in Grand Marais. She was born June 6, 1955 to Ronald and Dorothy (Nicolaison) Whipkey in Iowa City, IA.