Bike Safety Rodeo will be held on May 22
Yee-haw! What’s more fun than a rodeo with horses? Why, a bike rodeo, that’s what! Get ready for a day filled with excitement and learning.
May 2025
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Interesting cause of a flat tire
Brian Gallagher was getting ready to go to work when he noticed his tire was flat.
COUNTY NAMES PART DEUX
A few weeks ago, we wrote about the origin of Minnesota Counties’ names. All 87 were listed with their county seat towns and their general location in our state. There was only room in the paper for a few counties. You can find that column, Wondering 61 Wherefrom Our County Names on the internet via https://www.cookcountynews-herald. com/. We also wrote there were many things worth analyzing. Today we have room for that.
Clearview Store to re-do gas station pumps
Owner Chris Homyak said there will be some interruption for people wanting to fill their vehicles up at Clearview General Store in Lutsen while the gasoline tanks are removed and replaced with newer ones.
Gunflint Trail Construction Stoplights
Cook County would like to address concerns about the Gunflint Trail bridge construction stoplights and how they may impact emergency vehicles. Delays at this intersection were discussed in detail by the Cook County Highway Department, Cook County Emergency Management and North Shore Health EMS during preconstruction, specifically the potential delay of an emergency vehicle. EMS crews were properly informed and educated about how to maneuver under these circumstances. All parties agreed that for safety purposes, the stoplights must be honored by all vehicles.
Flintlock Range Association Hosts First Annual Swap Meet in Grand Marais
The Flintlock Range Association is excited to host its First Annual Swap Meet on Sunday, May 18, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in Grand Marais, Minn.
Matters of Record
Scott Alan Hotch, 71, of Saint Paul, was cited for driving 50 mph in a 40 mph speed zone and fined $125.00.
INVITATION TO BID Cook County Minnesota Stationary Electric Material Handlers
Sealed bids will be received by the Cook County Auditor at the Cook County Courthouse, 411 W. 2nd Street, Grand Marais, MN 55064 until 2:00 pm Monday June 2nd, 2025, at which place and time they will be publicly opened and read. Bids are for the purchase and installation of two stationary electric material handlers. Material handlers must have a minimum of 75hp with a 20’ lift capacity of 9,100 pounds and ability to control remotely from a control room. Full description and specifications of the project may be examined and secured in person at the Auditor’s Office at the Cook County Courthouse or by calling Dustin Hanson at 218-264-9566. The County reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids and to waive any irregularities and informalities therein and to award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder in the manner deemed in the best interest of the County. Bids must be sealed and identified on the envelope. Dated: May 12, 2025 Braidy Powers, Auditor-Treasurer
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Care Partners of Cook County 10th Anniversary Celebration & Open House, Tuesday, May 20th, 4-6pm, 615 East Highway in Grand Marais. New office tour, 2025 auction quilt display, refreshments, live music and more! Lunch & Learn free monthly class meets May 28, noon-1pm at Cook County Higher Education or join via Zoom. Light lunch provided for those who attend in person. Guest presenter Julia Rau, a retired attorney, will talk about Powers of Attorney & Advance Directives. Go to www.carepartnersofcookcounty for details or to learn more about care coordination, volunteer senior services, and educational programs.