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Hello Summertime. Deer everywhere, birds, wild rabbits, one bear sighting so far that I know of.

Ore boat passing by group of rocks known as the “Three Sisters” on its way to dock in Two Harbors. Can you identify this boat gliding through the ethereal fog? Contact us if you know at: (218)830-3250 or send an email to info@lakecountypress.news. Photo by Becky Norlien

Young children love to play, but did you know playing is extremely important in their development? As Maria Montessori put it so perfectly, “play is the work of the child.” As children develop in the first five years, brain development is best supported through hands-on experiences and self-discovery. The young brain is designed to grow through exploration and involvement, and these experiences benefit social, emotional, physical and cognitive development.

Gideon Kristiansen from Qaanaaq feeding his dogs seal 22 years ago. Submitted by Lonnie Dupre .

Our own backyard. This spring we have heard a lot about our local waterfalls.

Planting season is in full swing, and I have had several questions about soil amending and composting. Compost is truly the best amendment for your garden beds, and even a great addition for your outdoor pots and homemade potting soil mixes when done correctly. It adds macro and microorganisms to the soil which work to convert nitrogen and other nutrients that plants can then utilize. It can be used as a mulching layer in your garden beds to help suppress weeds, regulate soil temperature and moisture, and provide a balanced source of nutrients. Composting is something all of us can do with a few slight changes in our everyday routines. It takes little space depending on the method, and for the multiple benefits it can provide, it seems silly it isn’t more of a normal practice anywhere food is served.

Mary Lou Johnson has been serving school lunch to generations of Two Harbors elementary students and is retiring after 49 years. Johnson first worked at the Minnehaha Elementary as an assistant cook, then when a new cafeteria was built there it became a central kitchen and Johnson and crew cooked all the meals for the John A.

On June 1 Gaelynn Lea taught and performed at the Minnehaha Elementary school as part of the Minnesota Public Radio’s Class Notes Concerts program. An educational student experience, MPR’s Class Notes brings professional musicians to classrooms throughout the state, hoping to cultivate active listening skills while bringing the experience of live music within a curriculum provided to music teachers prior to the performance.