Doran Acero named to UW Stout Dean’s List
Doran Acero, of Grand Marais, is seeking a Bachelor of Science in Video Production and was named to the University of Wisconsin-Stout Dean's List for the Fall 2024 semester.
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Conservation Association for Seasonal Positions
Positions including recreation and wilderness internships, naturalist & interpretation interns, and other are open now or opening soon The Superior National Forest is excited to… Login to continue reading Login…
Superior National Forest invites public comments on Fernberg Project to improve vegetation conditions in and adjacent to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness
The Fernberg Project proposes management activities for Wildland Urban Interface risk reduction in an area surrounded by the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) on three sides.… Login to continue reading Login…
Cook County Law Enforcement Briefs
It is the policy of the Cook County News-Herald to withhold individuals' identification in Cook County Law Enforcement briefs. When court processes are complete, the Cook County News-Herald publishes a full accounting of names and penalties in its Matters of Record.
Toftey’s book wins international award
GrandMaraisnativeTom Toftey's book, 'Unexpected Gifts,' has achieved a remarkable feat by winning the prestigious International Impact Book Awards for 2024, a recognition that brings pride not only to Toftey but also to his many readers.
Historic Cook County is Pleased to Introduce Catherine Mägi as its New Executive Director
Historic Cook County is pleased to introduce Catherine Mägi as its new executive director. Mägi started her professional career as a lawyer in Washington D.C. before changing her trajectory towards her passions, writing and history. Mägi became a professional writer and researcher for a nonprofit partner that supports Harpers Ferry National Park, which is located at the juncture of Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia, and was her home for over a decade. In addition, she managed an archive near the Antietam National Battlefield. Other notable accomplishments include serving four years on a tricounty heritage tourism board; participating in the U.S. 250th Anniversary planning commission; and advising county officials on historic preservation concerns in the face of modern development. In 2019, Catherine co-authored her first book, titled
Residents have not received mail since 2024; USPS leadership reportedly wasn’t aware before Congressional inquiry
U.S. Senators Tina Smith (D-MN) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) are demanding answers from U. S. Postal Servi ce Postmaster General Louis DeJoy after several Minnesotans in Cook County reported not receiving mail delivery since last year. Residents were also turned away from local post offices when attempting to retrieve undelivered mail. Minnesota-North Dakota District leadership reportedly didn’t know of the issue until Senator Smith inquired on January 8. On December 19, USPS staff assured the Senators that service in Minnesota was stable – a claim that is contradicted by the Cook County problems. The Senators are demanding answers on steps USPS plans to take to rectify the issue and prevent it from happening again.
North Shore Federal Credit Union’s Hunger Hero Program: Fighting Hunger Locally
North Shore Federal Credit Union (NSFCU) is proud to announce the incredible success of our Hunger Hero program in 2024, highlighting our unwavering commitment to addressing food insecurity within our local communities. Hunger Hero was created to tackle the reality that hunger is not just a distant issue—it’s a challenge faced by many of our neighbors in Lake, Cook, and St. Louis Counties.