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Paul Bunyan Communications now offering DIRECTV
As more customers look to Paul Bunyan Communications for fast, reliable internet and entertainment options, the cooperative has just announced its new relationship with DIRECTV. As a retailer of DIRECTV, Paul Bunyan Communications GigaZone broadband customers can watch local, national and premium channels anytime, anywhere on their phone, tablet or television.
The Prompts of Open Art Exhibit Sept. 4-27 at Northwoods Friends of the Arts
The Open Art Group is a gathering of friends who paint, draw, collage, carve and more. This creative group of artists meet at the Gallery each Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. The Monday evening group is open to all, and registration is NOT required.
Finnish Americans and Friends to meet on Sept. 9
The Sept. 9 (Tuesday) 2 p.m. meeting of Finnish Americans and Friends at Grace Lutheran Church, 4010 9th Ave. W., Hibbing, will feature accomplished fiber artist Mary Erickson providing information and background on a well-known part of Finnish culture, loomed rugs.

Garden Goodness
Our vegetable garden, like the old gray mare, ain’t what she used to be. The problem is encroaching shade from nearby maple trees that I cannot bring myself to cut down.. So, the garden must duke it out with the shade and we’re satisfied with whatever results. The result this year has been a surprising and most appreciated bounty of cucumber. So, rather than reinvent the wheel, I offer again, “In Season” from the book, “She Won’t Mow the Daisies” – edited for brevity.
How a well-rounded education benefits students
Academic environments have undergone quite a change over the last several decades. Technological advancements have changed the way educators teach and how students learn, but there’s also been a notable shift in what students are learning.
Saving back-to-school shopping receipts can lead to tax time savings for Minnesota families
The Minnesota Department of Revenue reminds parents and caregivers that they can claim valuable K-12 tax benefits at tax time next year by saving back-to-school shopping receipts for purchases made this year.
The Jimmy and Eric Show Aug. 27 in Cook
The last 2025 concert in the park will feature “The Jimmy & Eric Show“, celebrating Jimmy’s 78th Birthday! The Boys will be performing all their favorites and will be featuring guest performers and other surprises!!
Trinity community meal
Trinity Lutheran Church of Cook will serve a dine-in or drive-thru community meal on Thursday, August 28th from 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm. The menu will feature a Zup’s bratwurst, coleslaw, chips and a cookie. The meal is free and open to the public. All are welcome.

Cook’s Music in the Park to feature year-end all-star variety lineup
Get ready to sway and dance with an all-star lineup and the “Jimmy and Eric Show” at Cook’s Music in the Park on Wednesday, Aug. 27, from 6 – 8 pm. The concert promises to be lively, performing your familiar favorites for one last park concert in 2025.