March 2022

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A Look at the Past

This group of sightseers were at a crossing of the Gooseberry River in Lake County sometime in the 1920’s. They were likely old lumberjacks out touring and fishing.

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Beyond Reason

March 8 is International Women’s Day. Don’t ask me how I know this. I just do. So let us speak of Woman, specifically the International Woman. I like her. Very much. In my opinion She deserves much more than a day. But time waits for no man. Or woman, it seems. So… let’s get to it.

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Nature Nurtures

Hearing of all the “supply chain” and “inflation” situations, I thought I would shed a little light on great opportunities for locally or regionally produced and grown goods, and the chain reaction it sparks. There are multiple benefits to supporting local small farms and businesses. Dollars spent in your communities add up to benefits seen and sustained closest to you. From fundraisers and community events, to infrastructure and beyond, supporting local creates a domino effect of saving resources and costs.

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Tree City USA Growth Award Goes to Two Harbors Trees and Trails

After several years of dedicated effort, the Trees and Trails Commission of Two Harbors has been awarded the “Tree City USA Growth Award” by the Arbor Foundation. The list of organizations that have partnered with the Commission to plant and replace trees is long and includes the Lake County Soil and Water Conservation District, Castle Danger Brewery, Friends of Trees and Trails, the Two Harbors Girls Scouts, the City of Two Harbors, and Public Works.

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Dinner in the Snow

This photo was taken in the Knife River area . An added delight while skiing through our new snow-covered landscape. Soft powder, a beautiful palette for bird sign and a gift of fresh snowfall. Photo courtesy of Peg Zahorik

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Land Gift on Lighthouse Point in Two Harbors, Favorable Zoning in Exchange on the Table

The Two Harbors city council voted to approve a preliminary agreement with ACRE Development, by doing so have accepted a gift of land from the development company. The land is being donated to the city with the express understanding that it is contingent on receiving favorable zoning for development on a separate piece of property on Lighthouse Point.

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