Sports - The Timberjay

Ely’s Alex Merriman forces a fumble in the backfield during last week’s contest with Hill City/ Northland.

ELY— The Timberwolves finally caught the break they were looking for all season, and it left them on the high side of a 22-16 final score against Hill City/Northland here last Wednesday. A late … more

Marshall Helmberger | 10/26/22

Ely’s Sarah Visser looks for a way through heavy pressure during Monday’s match with Cook County.

Timberwolves sink Cook County

ELY- The Timberwolves sunk Cook County on Monday with a keelhauling score of 67-26.Taller and faster, Ely dominated the hardwood, often moving the ball down court at speeds that left Cook County in … more

Catie Clark | 1/18/23

Brynn Chosa looks for help under a heavy press from Barnum on Monday.

Mixed week for Grizzlies

FIELD TWP- The North Woods girls basketball team returned to the court this week after an 11-day layoff to mixed results, dropping Monday’s contest against Barnum but bouncing back for a win … more

David Colburn | 2/1/24

Grizzlies out of playoffs on a double dose of Silver Bay

CLOQUET- Silver Bay was a double dose of trouble for the North Woods softball team in the 7A sectional tournament, as the Mariners bumped the Grizzlies out of the event with a 9-1 win in their … more

David Colburn | 6/1/22

Pick six lifts Ely to win over Storm

ELY— The Timberwolves finally caught the break they were looking for all season, and it left them on the high side of a 22-16 final score against Hill City/Northland here last Wednesday. A late … more

Marshall Helmberger | 10/26/22

Grizzlies rough up Hilltoppers

DULUTH- The North Woods boys basketball team scored a convincing road win last Friday, topping the century mark in a 102-75 beatdown. The spotlight coming into the game was on the Hilltoppers’ … more

David Colburn | 2/1/24

Ely junior Milo McClelland holds in the tuck position as he descends a hill along the Hidden Valley course in Ely on Saturday, with teammate Eli Olson right behind.

A great day for skiing

ELY— The hills at Hidden Valley echoed with the excitement of hundreds of young athletes as Ely held its annual high school Nordic ski invitational on Saturday. “We had a great … more

Marshall Helmberger | 2/1/24

Ely tumbles to Mayer Lutheran at state

ST. PAUL- A game effort by the Ely Timberwolves against Mayer Lutheran in first-round state volleyball tourney action comes up short as the Crusaders win in straight sets 3-0. M-L came from behind to … more

11/9/23

Fourth loss in a row for T-Wolves

ELY— For the fourth game in a row, a Marolt drew first blood in Timberwolves hockey action and the team went on to lose, further extending their longest skid in an otherwise impressive season. … more

Marshall Helmberger | 2/1/24

Heat pump units located on an outside wall

Making sense of heat pumps into home renovation

REGIONAL— Today, there’s more reason than ever to look to save energy at home— it’s good for the wallet and it’s good for the planet. Here in the North Country, the vast … more

Marshall Helmberger | 6/14/23

Wolves lose heartbreaker to Greenway, top L-BF 69-60

GREENWAY—The Timberwolves lost a heartbreaker here on Tuesday on a last-second Greenway bucket that left the Raiders on top 52-51. The hard-fought defensive contest was close throughout, … more

Marshall Helmberger | 2/1/24

Small renovations that can make a big impact

Home renovations provide a host of benefits. Such projects can increase resale value and improve on the safety, aesthetics and functionality of a home. Some homeowners may employ the mantra “go … more

6/14/23

Addy Hartway looks on as Tori Olson fields a serve.

Grizzlies dump Bigfork in straight sets

FIELD TWP- The North Woods volleyball team moved to 3-0 on the season with a home win against Bigfork on Tuesday. Pumped up playing in front of a home crowd for the first time this season, the … more

David Colburn | 9/6/23

Ely girls notch two dominating performances

NASHWAUK— The Timberwolves didn’t let the bus ride slow them down here on Monday as they offered up a dominating performance to rout the Spartans 82-41. “The game was over pretty … more

Marshall Helmberger | 2/2/24

Eagles Nest firefighters Terry Mattson and Ron Potter examine a nozzle during Saturday’s training exercise.

Training for the worst

EAGLES NEST- Last Saturday’s simulated fire and evacuation exercises at Eagles Nest Lake 4, involving both Eagles Nest and Morse Fall Lake Fire Departments, turned out to be more than mere … more

David Colburn | 8/17/22

Budget-friendly ways to freshen your home’s exterior

As any homeowner knows, renovation projects tend to cost a lot of money. The average cost of a home renovation is difficult to gauge, as such endeavors run the gamut from complex projects like a … more

6/16/23

Wolves crush L-BF in three

LITTLEFORK— The long bus ride to Littlefork didn’t seem to tire the Timberwolves, who thoroughly dominated the Vikings in a three-set match Tuesday evening. The reigning Section 7A … more

Marshall Helmberger | 9/6/23

Ely’s Caid Chittum slides in safe at second during Monday’s home tilt with Littlefork.

Ely pitching shows promise in early season

ELY— The Timberwolves bounced back Monday to even their young season’s record at 1-1 as Ely pitchers combined on a five-inning no-hitter to beat Littlefork-Big Falls 10-0 on a perfect day … more

Marshall Helmberger | 4/17/24

Calvin Herrala, Ely’s oldest military veteran, was recently presented with a Quilt of Valor by Joan Novosel, of the Ely American Legion Post 258 auxiliary, and Michelle Sherwood, of the Quilts of Valor Foundation.

Ely pays homage to its veterans

ELY – Calvin Herrala, age 98, this community’s oldest veteran, was honored earlier this month with a Quilt of Valor for his service in World War II.Herrala and several other area military … more

Keith Vandervort | 8/17/22

Container gardening a good option with limited space e

Gardening is a rewarding hobby that has been linked to health benefits like reduced stress and improved mental well-being. Gardening also can lead to an inviting home landscape full of attractive … more

6/14/23

Grizzlies run well at Grand Marais

GRAND MARAIS- The 2023 varsity cross country season got off to a good start for North Woods runners competing with the South Ridge Panthers on Thursday, Aug. 31 when they tackled the Pincushion … more

David Colburn | 9/6/23

Grizzlies’ senior cleanup hitter River Cheney is all smiles as she gets a high five from Head Coach Dee Ann Sandberg after blasting a three-run homer on Monday.

Grizzlies go 1-2 to start season

FIELD TWP- The North Woods softball team fell to 1-2 on the season Monday with a home loss to the Northland/Hill City Storm. NHC tagged Grizzlies starting pitcher Addison Burckhardt for a … more

David Colburn | 4/17/24

Math in Motion

ELY - Cartwheels and handstands, jetes and pirouettes, shuffles and flaps, and some dance moves so innovative they don’t have names, demonstrated the artistry and energy of this … more

8/17/22

Five patio projects to enhance your summertime

Warm weather paves the way to more opportunities to enjoy fresh air. For homeowners who have the luxury of outdoor spaces, including private patios, now is the time to start thinking about projects … more

6/14/23

North Woods’ Kaden Gornick leaves Lake of the Woods defenders in the dust on his way to a 35-yard touchdown.

Grizzlies wallop LOW

FIELD TWP- The North Woods backfield ran wild in their nineman football season debut against Lake of the Woods here on Thursday, Aug. 31, rushing for over 400 yards and five first-half touchdowns in … more

David Colburn | 9/6/23