Grand Marais Lions
Rob Wells, an RN and ambulance worker for North Shore Health, delivered a compelling presentation on the urgent opioid crises affecting our state and country at the July 26 Grand Marais Lions Club meeting.
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Representative Skraba honored as a 2024 Legislator of Distinction by the League of Minnesota Cities
The League of Minnesota Cities has recognized 25 state lawmakers, including Rep. Roger Skraba (R-Ely), as 2024 Legislators of Distinction. Chosen legislators are honored for specific actions that aided efforts of Minnesota cities during the past year’s state legislative session.
Moving day for the new animal shelter
Monday, July 29, marked a significant milestone for Arrowhead Animal Rescue and Great Expectations Charter School in Grand Marais as we witnessed the culmination of years of hard work and dedication. After many years of the volunteer groups dedicated efforts, the day finally arrived when a classroom trailer, purchased from GRE by AAR, was moved to the business park.
Stars of the North Music Festival hits all of the right notes
Despite the new venue outside of downtown Grand Marais, people had little trouble finding the Stars of the North Music Festival, which this year was held at Up Yonder, the former Harbor Light Supper Club.
Masks Required at North Shore Health and North Shore Living
Due to recent positive Covid-19 Resident cases and Staff members, in addition to increasing Covid-19 positive levels in the community (Grand Marais, Grand Portage, Lutsen, Hovland, etc.), we are mandating mask use by all staff, patients, and visitors to North Shore Health.
Doug Sanders files as a candidate for the hospital board
With his wife, Mary, deciding not to run for the hospital board again, Doug Sanders has thrown his hat in the ring. Doug filed as a candidate for the North Shore Hospital Board, District 2, on Tuesday, July 30, 2024.
Meeting to be held at Colvill Town Hall on August 5th to discuss cannabis
Cannabis is moving to a town near you. Minnesota says it's legal, but rules and regulations need to be put in place to keep it legal.
Senator Hauschild honored as a 2024 Legislator of Distinction by the League of Minnesota Cities
The League of Minnesota Cities has recognized 25 state lawmakers, including Sen. Grant Hauschild (DFL-Hermantown), as 2024 Legislators of Distinction. Chosen legislators are honored for specific actions that aided efforts of Minnesota cities during the past year’s state legislative session.
Governor Walz announces Minnesota Ranked Best State for Health Care
For second consecutive year, WalletHub ranks Minnesota best in the nation based on 44 indicators On Tuesday, July 30 Governor Tim Walz announced that WalletHub has ranked Minnesota the best state in the nation for health care for the second consecutive year. Minnesota’s ranking is based on 44 key indicators including cost, access, and health outcomes.
Town Halls to Discuss Cook County Ordinance 66, An Ordinance to Regulate Cannabis Businesses and Underage Cannabis Possession
Cook County Attorney Molly Hicken and the Cook County Cannabis Regulation Committee have arranged for two Town Hall public hearings to discuss the proposed Cook County Ordinance 66: An ordinance to regulate cannabis businesses and underage cannabis possession. Community members are invited to attend and voice their opinions.