People have asked about this banner on US 31. Here is what I know that I will tell you.
Ben and Callie went to school together, to 4-H together, and to college together.
“Ben” is Ben Cupp. He wanted to marry Callie, so he caused the banner to be made and unfurled it some time ago, in another place, far, far away, where Callie would see it.
“Callie” is Callie Guntzviller, the daughter of Mel and Rhonda Guntzviller. She grew up on the Guntzviller berry farm in Torch Lake Township, next to Jim and Rose King. She saw the banner upon its first unfurling. As you have surmised, she wanted to marry Ben, so she said Yes.
The banner was unfurled for the second time in August, on the Guntzvillers’ front lawn, to show the guests from Away where to come for the wedding reception. It was still there over the weekend, because it is a happy sight.
There are many happy endings in our little Township, as in the rest of the world. Now the long haul begins, and we wish Ben and Callie well with that, too. According to Jim King, they are a fine young couple, well-equipped for the trip. Blessings on them.
Torch Lake Views 
Katherine
September 16, 2009
Thanks Gerry, I was wondering but always forgot to ask you if you knew anything. I should have known that you knew!
Gerry
September 16, 2009
I didn’t know until I asked. I like finding things out, and I always figure that if someone’s put up a big banner it’s not being nosy to ask about it . . .
p.j. grath
September 16, 2009
Your title on this post alone pulled me straight in. Just what I always say about Northport and Grand Marais! No much privacy but a lot of community support. This was a sweet story, and you’re right–if they didn’t want people to know, they wouldn’t have put the banner out on the roadside.
Carsten
September 16, 2009
Thanks. It’s always nice to have another tool in the box :ø)
Someday someone might find it useful…
Gerry
September 16, 2009
Carsten! Are you thinking of asking someone to marry you?
Carsten
September 27, 2009
I am married!
But I think it is an original way to deliver a message. It will certainly be seen.
Gerry
September 27, 2009
You would be surprised how often this technique is employed over here. But I suspect that it would be a very effective way to say Happy Anniversary to your wife!
Carsten
October 8, 2009
You made me count.
In December it’ll be 40 years since we first met.
I better start thinking….