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Sheriff's Office welcomes K-9 deputy Eddy

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The newest member of the Cook County Sheriff’s Office arrived at the Law Enforcement Center this week.


 

County administrator talks class-comp study, labor contract

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During a meeting of the Cook County commissioners Jan. 23, a three-year labor contract with the Cook County Employee Association was approved.


Blair Braverman in the 2018 Beargrease race. Photo by CJ Heithoff

Beargrease official explains Blair Braverman exit from race

Joe Friedrichs-

This morning on WTIP’s Daybreak program it was reported that musher Blair Braverman was asked to withdraw from the Beargrease marathon. It is not unusual or uncommon that a musher


Ryan Redington in the 2018 Beargrease. Photo by CJ Heithoff

Ryan Redington wins 2018 Beargrease marathon

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Ryan Redington won the 2018 John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon, arriving to the finish line near Duluth just after 5 a.m. Wednesday, Jan. 31.


Parking lot flood in downtown Grand Marais. Photo submitted by Stone Harbor Wilderness Supply

Water engineers work to mitigate flood issues in Grand Marais

Joe Friedrichs-

How to curb flooding issues in downtown Grand Marais and the Lake Superior watershed were key talking points during a public meeting Thursday, Jan. 25 at the Cook County Community Center.


Martha Schouweiler during the 2018 Beargrease. Photo by CJ Heithoff

UPDATE: Schouweiler wins 2018 Beargrease mid-distance race

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UPDATE: Three-time defending champion Martha Schouweiler of Irma, Wis., has won the mid-distance race this year.


 

Lutsen town board gets fire department, EMS updates

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The Lutsen township meets the third Tuesday of each month at the town hall on the Caribou Trail in Lutsen.


 

UPDATE: North House acquisition of Dockside makes progress with IRRRB grant

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It appears North House Folk School is one step closer to obtaining Dockside Fish Market in Grand Marais.


 

Commissioners discuss EDA board member appointees

Joe Friedrichs-

There was a meeting of the Cook County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday, Jan. 23. The following discussion and action items occurred during Tuesday’s meeting.