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 It's been ten years since the massive windstorm that devastated large portions of the BWCAW. This week, we took a look at how the forest is recovering. |
Area community colleges see 26 percent budget hit Although Gov. Tim Pawlenty’s cuts to higher education were less than expected, the governor’s actions will still have a negative impact on area colleges,... [Read more] The blowdown revisited One of the most destructive storms ever recorded in Minnesota hit the border country exactly ten years ago this Independence Day. [Read more] |
Board OKs new contract with Johnson Controls Consultants Johnson Controls got the go-ahead on Monday for additional work related to a $78.8 million bond issue. [Read more] Pawlenty’s school funding: A shift or the shaft? School districts expecting the state of Minnesota to make good on $1.8 billion in deferred state aid might be in a for a rude surprise. [Read more] |
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Minnesota’s future: California budget crisis a glimpse of Minnesota two years from now |
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Guide to July 4th festivities Fourth of July traditions will be out in force this Saturday. The flavors and fun pervade the entire town. Here’s a list of when they start and where to... [Read more] Residents tell city: Take out the trash Several citizens who currently reside near the Ely recycling center attended a study session of the Ely City Council on Tuesday to voice displeasure with... [Read more] |
District wondering if Tower-Soudan will support school plan A group of about 30 interested community members met in Tower, Monday, at a meeting organized by some parents affiliated with the PTO. [Read more] Lots to do in Tower for the Fourth of July General Information [Read more] |
Cook’s new water plant could be up by fall Construction of Cook’s new water plant could begin by August and be complete by fall, according to engineer John Jamnick of RLK-Kuusisto. [Read more] Garage sale draws hundreds and raises thousands of dollars Hundreds trolled shelves piled with electronics, books and toys in the Cook School gym or wove their way through hallways where couches, coffee tables... [Read more] |
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“Name-a-Seat” to benefit VCC theatre Supporters of the Vermilion Community College Fine Arts Theater are cordially invited to attend a reception and an evening of entertainment on Thursday,... [Read more] Franken will have full plate in D.C. The U.S. Senate’s newest member won’t have much time for training wheels. [Read more] |
Breitung wants to insure school stays in Tower-Soudan What can Breitung Township do to help keep a school in Tower-Soudan? [Read more] Train project running on volunteer steam It’s been a busy summer for volunteers from the Tower-Soudan Historical Society. The train restoration project has been moving ahead with work on the passenger... [Read more] |
Hospital ahead of financial forecast Cook Hospital emerged from May in better financial shape than expected. [Read more] Boise stock price meets NYSE goal Boise Inc., which operates a pulp and paper mill in International Falls, reported recently that its average share prices were up enough to meet one of... [Read more] |
Any examples of bottom-up capitalism? Some clarifications on mesothelioma study What federal dollars give, state budget cuts take away Help us celebrate water and the arts in Ely this summer |
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