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Ambulance study offers little hope for regionalization
GREENWOOD TWP- An updated, and substantially modified, version of the McGrath Consulting Group study commissioned by Greenwood Township was released to the town board last week. While the revised … more
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Old friends embrace next to a photo of the late Carol Alstrom, a much loved and respected former teacher at Tower-Soudan.
Celebrating a life well spent
TOWER- Carol Alstrom was a force of nature. She was a large person and had a voice to match. She was strong and a competitive athlete. She was a teacher, a coach, and a leader. She knew how to get … more
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Ely man charged for running down deer
ELY— A 20-year-old college student here is facing an $1,800 fine after he used his pickup to run down three deer along Ely’s Central Av., leaving them partially paralyzed and struggling … more
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Tiny urns are available for the remains of beloved pets. Pet cremation is now being offered by Vermilion Pet Cremation.
New Cook business now offering pet cremation
COOK- Locally renowned for her love of animals both domestic and exotic, Cook’s Country Connection owner Lois Pajari has recently extended that affection to those bereaved by the loss of a … more
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A deep and dense snowpack combined with spring rains led to exceptional flooding throughout the Rainy River watershed last May. A similar snowpack this year poses a risk for flooding again this spring.
As snowpack grows risks rising as well
REGIONAL- Some of the densest snowpack on record is elevating the risk for spring flooding in the Rainy River basin again this year, but the risk still appears to be less than the conditions that … more
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Grizzlies archers score trips to national meet
DULUTH- A host of North Woods archers qualified for the Western Nationals tournament in Utah with strong performances last Saturday at the state tournament in Duluth.Nearly 50 schools fielded teams … more
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Mike Rhein (left) and Babbitt Ambulance Service Supervisor Matt Littler at the Minnesota Ambulance Association meeting, where Rhein received the group’s “Star of Life” award.
Babbitt’s Mike Rhein honored for lifelong EMS service
BABBITT- Mike Rhein of Babbitt was honored with the Minnesota Ambulance Association’s (MAA) “Star of Life” award on March 23 at the organization’s annual meeting in St. Paul. … more
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A bald eagle uses its wings and powerful legs to peel off the hide of the deer carcass.
Trail cam tells the tale
The blood on my snowshoe trail the other day, right behind our house, was the first clue that something had happened overnight. By the time I saw it, our dog Loki was already a step ahead of … more
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Will the mothers’ legacies live on?
During March, we’re reminded of the many great women who have carved frontiers and unlocked doors for women and girls. We marvel at their passions pursued, barriers overcome, and outstanding … more
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April Wamhoff
I am so ready for spring
My mom always used to say “Don’t wish your life away” when we were kids. You know when you were waiting for some special day or activity. I truly respect that phrase and it comes to … more
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A dog’s eye view of the yard this week in Vermilion Lake Township. The paths are well over the head of our lab/husky mix Loki. The area is running only slightly above average snowfall for this point in the season.
Points south near snowfall records
REGIONAL— If you’re thinking this winter has been exceptionally snowy, you’re right, at least for points just south of the North Country. The Duluth area and east-central Minnesota … more
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Choosing freedom
In Arkansas, Republican Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders recently signed into a law a measure making it easier for businesses to employ children as young as 14. In Florida, school libraries have been … more
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Broadband, ambulance top priorities in 2023 for Greenwood
GREENWOOD TWP- The Greenwood Town Board welcomed one new member, albeit one with actual supervisor experience, at its reorganizational meeting on March 23. John Bassing took a seat at the table, … more
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Ely Economic Development Authority reworks priorities
ELY- For years, the Ely Economic Development Authority has put broadband at the top of its priority list for the community, but on Tuesday they were able to check it off as a job that’s finally … more
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Ely Schools adopt Wednesday early release program
ELY- It’s official: the Ely School Board voted to adopt an early release program for the 2023-24 school year at their March 27 meeting. During next school year, students will be released from … more
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School board approves new bullying prohibition policy
TOWER- Meeting at the Tower-Soudan School on Tuesday, the St. Louis County School Board passed an updated bullying prohibition policy designed to more effectively address issues that have cropped up … more
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Tax-forfeited property purchasers could forfeit themselves
REGIONAL- St. Louis County Commissioners took on a role more familiar to bankers on Monday as they initiated contract cancellation procedures against 46 purchasers of tax-forfeited properties for … more
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Obituaries: March 31, 2023
David T. Durrant David Trayton Durrant, 78, of Tower, died on Tuesday, March 21, 2023, in Waterview Woods Care Center. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Inurnment will take place in … more
Park rangers Steve Pederson and Ryan Houghton on Lake Kabetogama shortly before boarding a boat being operated by Justin Ebel.
Park Service continues stonewalling on Ebel case
VOYAGEURS NATIONAL PARK- The Timberjay’s eight-month long quest to uncover details behind an apparent assault by two park rangers on a local businessman on Lake Kabetogama continues to be … more
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First read for city’s cannabinoid ordinance
ELY- The Ely City Council approved the first reading of an edible cannabinoid ordinance at its March 21 meeting. The proposed ordinance contained a surprise: it included a provision for the … more
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Ian Lah, in his portrayal of Seymour Krelborn, reacts as he discovers that the carnivorous plant, Audrey II, is devouring a human victim.
Beware the man-eating plant
ELY— After two months of production and rehearsal, the curtain goes up Thursday on the Northern Lakes Arts Association’s stage production of Little Shop of Horrors. The musical, staged at … more
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Students working under the guidance of VCS teacher Karin Schmidt this week. The school environment will be changed for the better following planned renovations set to take place over the summer.
Major charter school renovation plan approved
TOWER— The Tower Economic Development Authority (TEDA) has approved the first phase of a renovation plan designed to significantly reduce energy usage and improve the learning environment at … more
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Brandenburg honored with Lifetime Achievement award
ELY— Minnesota native and long-time Ely area resident Jim Brandenburg has received no shortage of top awards in his more than half a century as a photographer. But the Lifetime Achievement … more
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Bringing up the beer... this colorful ensemble won the fan favorite award.
It’s a party on ice
ELEPHANT LAKE- Blustery winds and falling snow aren’t about to keep a true Minnesota snowmobiler off his or her sled, and that goes double when it comes to Melgeorge’s Antique and Classic … more
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Mayor Heidi Omerza (center) with Alison Poppler from Ely Memorial High School and Ruby Milton from Northeast Range High School, reading the proclamation.
It’s the “Year of Frozen” in Ely
ELY- Mayor Heidi Omerza declared 2023 the Year of Frozen in Ely on Tuesday, but it wasn’t a commentary on the weather. Instead, Omerza’s proclamation marked a remarkable achievement by … more
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