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Five Minnesota Libraries Earn Star Status: Grand Marais Library among them.

Dec 20, 2021 04:40PM ● By Editor

Library Journal’s 2021 star rankings are based on data collected by the Institute of Museum and Library Services during the 2019 fiscal year. Metrics include the number of people who visit the library, the number of items that circulate, the number of Wi-Fi connections and uses of computers in the library, all relative to the base population of the community. From the Grand Marais Public Library - December 20, 2021

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Getting to know Rowan Watkins, MIS Director for Cook County

Dec 17, 2021 05:20AM ● By Editor

Rowan Watkins was recently promoted to MIS Director at Cook County and shares a bit about his role and his personal life. From Boreal Community Media - December 17, 2021.

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Cook County Tax and Accounting gearing up for the busy season

Dec 12, 2021 06:01AM ● By Editor

Tax season is right around the corner. Cook County Tax and Accounting in Hovland is ready to assist with your needs. By Boreal Community Media - December 12, 2021

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Public Health and Human Services Workers Recognized in Governor’s Proclamation

Dec 08, 2021 01:09PM ● By Editor

From Cook County Public Health and Human Services - December 8, 2021

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Dark Sky Festival Returns to Cook County this weekend

Dec 01, 2021 10:02AM ● By Editor

Three-day event will celebrate the county’s world-class dark sky on December 9-11, 2021. From Visit Cook County - December 1, 2021

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Christmas tea on the Edna G begins after Thanksgiving in Two Harbors

Nov 15, 2021 05:24AM ● By Editor

Parties of 4 or more are welcomed on board for Christmas tea on the Edna G. They can sit in the galley and enjoy tea, hot cocoa and finger sandwiches surrounded by Christmas decorations. By Natalie Noury of Fox 21 News - November 14, 2021

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Second open house for Lutsen Mountains Ski Area Expansion coming Tuesday

Nov 11, 2021 09:14AM ● By Editor

Virtual open house scheduled for November 16, 2021, 6-8 p.m. CT. From the U.S. Forest Service - November 11, 2021

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2022 Duluth Airshow tickets now on sale

Nov 11, 2021 06:23AM ● By Editor

By Kaitlyn Moffett of KBJR-TV - November 9, 2021

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Video: Testing requirements preventing some Canadians from making short trips to U.S.

Nov 09, 2021 07:56AM ● By Editor

Canadians heading back home need a negative PCR - or saliva - test taken within 72 hours of returning home. The issue is the cost and availability of these tests. Tests for non-Minnesotans can range from $100 - $300 depending on the provider. By Mariam Mackar of WDIO-TV- November 8, 2021

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Anne Brataas’ Minnesota Children’s Press is growing — and growing up

Nov 07, 2021 08:31AM ● By Editor

Anne and her husband, Charles “Chico” Hathaway, divide their time between their home in St. Paul and Grand Marais. By Rajesh Khanna from Recently Heard - November 6, 2021

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