What is the Boundary Waters worth? Counties and Forest Service disagree
Ongoing conflict focuses on financial value of wilderness and federal payments to compensate local governments for missed taxes.
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Cell tower approved on Gunflint Trail, extending service into the Boundary Waters
County commissioners approve relatively short, unlighted tower primarily to serve emergency responders.
Numerous Naturalist programs on the North Shore this summer
Forest Service educators will lead hikes, activities, campfires and more at campgrounds, resorts, and other sites in Cook County.