December 2024
The Oh Ole Night Parade and Fireworks go on despite the wind and the cold
Despite the challenging weather conditions, the 2024 Grand Marais Oh Ole Night Parade, tree lighting, and fireworks were a sight to behold. The festive spirit was palpable, and the joy of the season filled the air, making the cold and wind seem, well, less significant than it was.
Cook County November 2024 Lodging Tax Report
The November 2024 Lodging Tax Report from the Auditor's Office for September 2024 collections is as follows: The Visit Cook County Income Study shows that September collections were up 4 percent over 2023, and Fiscal-Year-to-Date collections are down 0.33 percent. As compared to fiscal year 19-20, September collections are up 25.9 percent.
County Board approves LEC renovation and expansion architect contract
At the county board’s November 24 meeting the commissioners voted 5-0 to approve hiring the BKV group to draw up plans to transform and expand our current law enforcement center (LEC).
Parents, guardians responsible for kids’ safety around cold water
Rapidly falling air temperatures, dangerously cold water, and the likelihood of skim ice on some ponds across Minnesota means itâs imperative for parents and guardians to talk with their kids about the importance of safety ahead of the Thanksgiving break.
Cook County Board of Commissioners December Meeting Schedule
Following is the Cook County Board of Commissioners meeting schedule for December, which is different from the typical monthly schedule due to the Association of MN Counties Annual Conference and the holidays.
Children’s Christmas Story Hour will be held December 14
There will be a Children's Christmas Story Hour at the Hub (senior center) in Grand Marais on Saturday, December 14, at 10:30 a.m.