Conservation Officer Tales

Although the Cook County News-Herald knows that the majority of sportsmen and women are law-abiding folks, there are a few that run afoul of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Conservation Officers. Periodically, the DNR provides a report of some of the miscreants the Conservation Officers (CO) have encountered. The News-Herald shares these stories as a reminder to all to be safe and to follow the rules!

Matters of Record

Adam Akins, 40, Chicago, Illinois, was cited for driving 70 mph in a 60 mph speed zone, and he was fined $125.00.

Historic Train Caboose Finds New Life in Grand Marais

A cherished piece of Grand Marais history has officially rolled into its next chapter! Great Northern Cabins & Caboose, a local family-run business, is excited to announce the successful relocation of the Great Northern Railway caboose, a beloved community landmark that once served as a coffee shop and art gallery. The caboose is now being transformed into a unique guest experience near the shores of Lake Superior.