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County ramping up response to COVID-19

Cook County established a COVID-19 emergency operations center (EOC) at the Cook County Community Center this week and appointed a designated public information officer (PIO).

Gov. Walz issues 'stay at home' order to slow coronavirus spread

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Cook County Courthouse and government offices. WTIP file photo

County continues planning for coronavirus

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There was a meeting of the Cook County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday, March 24.

Grocery cart, courtesy Wikimedia Commons

Local food stores shift to curbside pickup & deliveries only, ordering info here

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You can register to help Cook County Public Health and Human Services slow the spread of Covid-19

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Cook County Public Health and Human Services (PHHS) seeks to build a volunteer base using the MN Responds system and invites interested community members to register online at

Cook County declares state of emergency over COVID-19

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The Cook County Board of Commissioners have declared a state of emergency to prevent the spread of COVID-19, an announcement that could lead to the temporary closure of more local businesses and force

Sanders edges Biden in Cook County

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**Update**

County opts to spend thousands on new chairs in commissioners' room

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There was a meeting of the Cook County Board of Commissioners Tuesday, Feb. 25. The meeting opened with a public comment period.

Border to Border meeting in Cook County canceled

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A meeting scheduled for today at 1 p.m. about the proposed Border to Border Touring Route at the Cook County Courthouse in Grand Marais has been canceled.

County board adopts short-term rental resolution, talks YMCA funding

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There was a meeting of the Cook County Board of Commissioners Tuesday, Feb. 11. The meeting opened with a public comment period.