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I remember when I first learned that my smartphone kept track of the number of steps I took every day. I was sort of creeped out that this piece of technology I carry everywhere was keeping such close tabs on me but I was equally horrified that I lived such a sedentary lifestyle. I thought for sure that living on a farm would mean an abundance of ambulation but the reality of my driving and desk time for my day job came crashing into view. I made some short-lived resolutions about moving more...
On the Fourth of July, my son Curtis, friend Shirley Goodin and I went to the “compound” at Sherriff Lake (land owned by Sharon Lake’s kids Robin and Eric) to help celebrate Sharon’s graduation from the University of Minnesota Duluth. We held a graduation ceremony complete with commencement speech and presentation of awards and diploma, because UMD did not have a ceremony this year due to COVID-19. Sharon was surprised, as it was kept a secret, almost. I gave the commencement speech and got her...
Cloquet's newest librarian, Courtney Dietsche, started her job May 18 when the public library was closed to the public in response to the coronavirus pandemic and knee deep in a construction project. That means the new adult services librarian has had to get creative in planning some virtual events and an adult summer reading program and focus on other parts of her job, which includes publicity. The former director of the Evelyn Goldberg Briggs Memorial Library in Iron River, Wisconsin, got her...
After spending the last quarter of the spring giving virtual voice lessons, Hamre School of Voice held its classical spring recital on the grounds of the historic Scott House south of Carlton on June 13. It was the first time in 19 years that students haven't been unable to perform at the Presbyterian Church in Cloquet, said instructor and owner Gail Nelson-Hamre. "It was the longest semester ever, but the seniors were especially happy to have an event to look forward to," Hamre said. The...
Matt Mikus and Britta Greene MPR News Gov. Tim Walz told reporters last week that a statewide order requiring all people to wear masks while in public was "on the table" as Minnesota officials weigh next steps to slow the spread of COVID-19. That led to a fresh round of questions about masks, the research on how they help prevent the spread of COVID-19, and where they're required currently. Q Where is the proof that masks actually prevent the spread of the virus? I have a health condition that...
Pine Knot News reader Toni Hubbell spotted this mama deer and her three thirsty fawns in her yard on South Oak Street last week, and snapped a quick photo to share with the world. "They are in my yard daily, sometimes eating my flowers," she said. "I just looked up as I knew they were there and it was their dinnertime." Got your own fab photo to share? Email the photo at a large file size along with caption information and photo credit to [email protected] or text to 218-...
Ending a lifetime filled with love and kindness, Colleen Marie Slater, 78, passed away peacefully with her husband by her side at their Mahtowa, Minnesota home Thursday, July 9, 2020. She was surrounded by friends and family during her final days. Born Feb. 28, 1942 in Chatfield, Minnesota, Colleen later grew up in Mahtowa, where she spent most of her life. Colleen adored her parents, William and Marie Rodgers, and enjoyed lovely relationships with all of her siblings, Patricia Nolin, William Ro...
Former Carlton County attorney Thom Pertler is facing possible disciplinary action regarding unprofessional conduct during his tenure with the county. Susan Humiston, the director of the Office of Lawyers Professional Responsibility, filed the petition for disciplinary action on July 6 with the Minnesota Supreme Court. The complaint centers around Pertler’s failure to follow through with his duties to disclose all exculpatory evidence (favorable to defendants), specifically by not disclosing misconduct by then Cloquet police officer Scott B...
