The Grand Marais Public Library is pleased to host “Going to Bartalina: Songs & Stories of Commercial Sailing on the Great Lakes,” a folk concert by COMPAS songwriter and performer Charlie Maguire. This free show will take place on Wednesday, May 21, from 6-7 p.m.
The Public Health and Human Services department is one of the largest in Cook County government, both in number of staff and in overall budget. Our 36 employees and contracted service providers work together to achieve our mission of “supporting the health, safety, and wellbeing of Cook County.” The funding, mandates and local needs that impact the PHHS budget are complex and dynamic. Interested community members can learn more about department finances for year-end 2024 and as we prepare the 2026 budget at the May 20 PHHS Board meeting.
Both the CCHS boys and girls track teams had some great performances at the Two Harbors Invitational.
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.
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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.
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.
Brian Gallagher was getting ready to go to work when he noticed his tire was flat.
In a remarkable show of community commitment, Cook County Public Health and Human Services recently hosted a transformative training session focused on suicide prevention. The ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training) program is a two-day intensive workshop designed to equip participants with the critical skills needed to identify, intervene, and support individuals at risk of suicide.
Each year on Memorial Day, our community gathers at the Cook County Courthouse to honor the service and sacrifice of the men and women who gave their lives in defense of our nation. The ceremony, which is held at 11:00 a.m., is a solemn and respectful event that brings together veterans, active service members, families, and community members to reflect on the meaning of the day. Our local American Legion and Auxiliary organizations lead the observance, including a color guard presentation, the playing of Taps, readings, and speeches that highlight the enduring legacy of those who served. The courthouse lawn becomes a place of remembrance and unity as a wreath is laid and the names of the fallen are read aloud, ensuring they are never forgotten.