Battling the Christmas Blues
Blue Christmas is not just a classic Elvis Presley holiday song. Sadly, the melancholy tune represents a very real occurrence. Many people—especially those who struggle...
Rhonda Silence
Wolf Hunting… Through the Lens
Stop at nearly any local eatery and you’ll see photographs of moose or bear, on canvas or on metal prints. Area art gallery walls are...
Get your Passport to the Past
Cook County—From the county line to the Canadian border, Cook County is rich in history. You don’t need a passport to visit the places of...
Border history—The story of the Outlaw Bridge
The Outlaw Bridge was built by Minnesota and Canadian citizens, with no help or oversight from their respective federal governments. | Cook County Historical Society Pigeon...
Community remembers Ham Lake wildfire
The Ham Lake fire burned roughly 75,851 acres in the U.S. and Canada. | VISIT COOK COUNTY Gunflint Trail—At the beginning of May, it looked...
Snowarama: Hitting the trails for Easter Seals Kids
Grand Portage—For the 14th year, the Grand Portage community is hosting Snowarama for Easter Seals. All are welcome to join the fun—by hitting the scenic...
Superior National Forest snowmobile rules
Grand Marais—Snow has begun falling in the Northland and snowmobilers are making plans to head out to their favorite riding areas. Last winter, the U.S....
Gardening builds community in Grand Portage
Grand Portage—Getting fresh vegetables to the table is a community affair in Grand Portage, with the health clinic, school and community members all working—and enjoying...