Sports
Girls narrowly lose to Carlton/Wrenshall
In a game that saw the Cook County fans cheering loudly, the Cook County girls put in a tremendous effort. They had one last chance to tie the score against Carlton/ Wrenshall, but a three-point attempt clanked off the rim at the buzzer, and the Vikings fell 49-46 in a nail-biter played December 10 at home.
Boys’ basketball team wins one, loses one
The Cook County boys' basketball team took a nice win over Floodwood on December 6 but fell to Cromwell/ Wright on Friday, December 13, at home.
Minnesota DNR shares reminders about the snowmobile riding season
As snowmobile riders prepare for the upcoming riding season, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds riders of important dates, safety tips and registration requirements. While the snowmobile riding season can start as early as Dec. 1, as yet this year there are no locations in the state with suitable conditions for trail grooming. Several conditions must be met before trails are open, groomed and ready for travel: The ground must be frozen. Where trails cross wetlands, 15 inches of ice are needed to support the weight of trail groomers.
Gunflint Mail Run scheduled for January 11, 2025
The Gunflint Mail Run, a beloved tradition in our community, won't be canceled this year due to a lack of snow like last year. Barring a blizzard or huge warm-up, the iconic sled dog race, which has been a part of our local culture for many years, will take place on Saturday, January 11, 2025.
Girls open season at home against South Ridge
After a year off due to not having enough girls for a varsity team, the Cook County High School girls' varsity basketball team is back on the court. This season is not just about playing games, it's about rebuilding the team in every sense of the word.