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Spring road restrictions ending for paved roads in Cook County

May 14, 2026 07:58AM ● By Content Editor

Seasonal load restrictions on Cook County’s paved roads and paved sections of roads will end at 12:01 am on Friday, May 15, in accordance with Minnesota’s guidance for the North frost zone - May 13, 2026

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First Half of Property Taxes Due Friday, May 15

May 14, 2026 07:55AM ● By Editor

Payments must be received or postmarked by the deadline to avoid penalties - Cook County - May 14, 2026

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Local youth cycling programs expand as Cook County Mountain Bike Team hits third year

May 13, 2026 10:54AM ● By Content Editor

The Cook County Mountain Bike team is heading into its third season with growing momentum - Boreal - May 13, 2026

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Superior National Forest: Emergency Road Closures Update as Roads Reopen

May 13, 2026 09:23AM ● By Editor

Heavy rain and melting snow have caused washouts across the forest - Superior National Forest - April 30, 2026

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Vital North Foundation Expands Pack & Pantry to Fight Youth Hunger with Weekly Groceries, Summer Support, and Life Skills

May 13, 2026 09:10AM ● By Content Editor

Vital North Foundation has announced a significant expansion of Pack & Pantry, formerly known as the Backpack/Snacks & Packs Program, a school-based food support program designed to meet the nutritional needs of Cook County youth and their families - May 13, 2026

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Grand Portage National Monument Announces Summer Hours Beginning May 23, 2026

May 12, 2026 08:00AM ● By Content Editor

Grand Portage National Monument will implement Summer hours beginning on Saturday, May 23, 2026 - May 12, 2026

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North House Folk School Hosts Hide Week: May 12-18

May 12, 2026 07:57AM ● By Content Editor

Hide Week returns May 12-18, 2026. With 12 courses, free evening programs, and a free conference day on May 15, it’s a week that celebrates some of the materials that have made life as we know it possible - North House Folk School - May 11, 2026

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Update: Gunflint and Tofte Ranger Stations continue Old Bill prescribed burn, start at Plouff Creek

May 11, 2026 11:34AM ● By Content Editor

The fire staff of the Gunflint and Tofte Ranger Stations is planning on burning Old Bill RX and Plouff 7 RX wildlife openings on 05/11/26. Both burns are up the Sawbill Trail just south of Sawbill Landing - USFS - May 11, 2026

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Is spring here? NWS to begin issuing frost/freeze advisories and warnings May 12

May 11, 2026 11:15AM ● By Content Editor

Although the area has been experiencing colder-than-average temperatures, the NWS forecasts a warming trend beginning this week, which will keep overnight lows above the freezing mark for the foreseeable future - Boreal - May 11, 2026

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Cook County Land Services Office availability beginning May 11 through May 15

May 11, 2026 09:25AM ● By Content Editor

During this time, residents and property owners are strongly encouraged to call ahead and schedule an appointment with Land Services staff to ensure assistance is available - Cook County, MN - May 11, 2026

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