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Obituaries: July 15, 2022
Timothy WarpulaTimothy A. Warpula passed away on July 9, 2022. Tim was born in Aitkin in 1961 and graduated from John F. Kennedy High School in Babbitt in 1980. In Tim’s honor, a Celebration of … more
Wolves rout Floodwood in season opener
FLOODWOOD— The Timberwolves kicked off their 2022-23 season in good form here on Monday as they thoroughly dominated the Polar Bears on their home hardwood in a 72-32 rout. After a few opening … more
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Ashley Thaemert, of Cook, lets her team loose out of the gate during the six-dog race on Sunday. Thaemert took first in the six-dog class.
Mushers take center stage
ELY- Chilly morning temperatures and several inches of fresh snow on the trail only added to the excitement of race day here last Sunday, as mushers from across the country descended on Ely for this … more
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Sunday's opening ceremonies with the parade of flags, cowboys and cowgirls.
THE COWBOY WAY
For 68 years the North Star Stampede has been staged on the last full weekend in July by the Pitzen family of Effie, and this year's edition was one of the best in recent memory. The arena was packed … more
Ely’s Molly Brophy and Chisholm’s Olivia Pascuzzi were stride for stride about midway through their race last Thursday in Ely. Brophy pulled away later in the race to claim first place.
Ely runners shine in home meet
ELY— Timberwolves runners made their mark here last Thursday as both the boys and girls put in one of their best performances of the season in blustery weather at the Ely Golf Course. Freshman … more
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The front of the Old Fire Hall after last summer’s exterior brick repair and tuckpointing.
Persistence pays off
TOWER- After years of sustained effort, it appears the Tower-Soudan Historical Society has finally raised the funding needed to complete its longstanding plans to remake the city’s historic Old … more
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Do painters need more regulation?
REGIONAL- A Minnesota Senate bill to create a licensing system for painters and regulate the purchase of solvent-based paints is causing a stir among do-it-yourselfers and painters alike as many … more
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Steven Sopoci as Peter Pan tests his ability to fly high to avoid Captain Hook's swinging sword in the North Woods/Prairie Fire Children's Theater production of "Peter Pan."
"Peter Pan" soars in North Woods performance
FIELD TWP- Prairie Fire Children's Theater returned to North Woods School last week to engage around 40 students in the production of "Peter Pan," a version PFCT specially tailors for young … more
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Chris Verhel is the new owner of the Subway in Cook, completing the purchase last week just in time to roll out the chain's new menu.
Patience brings a match made in Subway
COOK- It’s been 20 years since Lisa Ojanen opened up the now familiar Subway restaurant in Cook, these days if you see her in there, it’s as a consultant or a satisfied … more
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NER’s Cameron Posey puts up a jumper.
Boys hoops return to NER
BABBITT- Northeast Range School is sending its high school basketball girls to play with the Ely Timberwolves this year. Yet the Nighthawks gym still resounds with the sounds of bouncing balls and … more
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This double-pronged peninsula at the entrance to Black Bay could be the new home of a rustic campground.
Hearing set on campground proposal
LAKE VERMILION— A proposal for a new rustic campground near the mouth of Black Bay will be up before the St. Louis County Planning Commission on Thursday, March 9.A Minnesota nonprofit, known … more
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May 10 ice-out declared for Vermilion
REGIONAL— Warm weather that arrived earlier this week has melted the final vestiges of ice on Lake Vermilion, with an official ice-out date of May 10, just in time for Saturday’s fishing … more
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Soudan inn has needed permit USteelworkers
SOUDAN- The Breitung Town Board is asking St. Louis County planning officials whether the Vermilion Park Inn has a conditional use permit, as appears to be required by current zoning regulations. The … more
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Warriors throttle T-Wolves
DEER RIVER— It was another painful outing for the Timberwolves here last Friday as an effective Warriors passing attack left Ely on the short end of a 32-0 final score. It’s become a … more
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An aerial view of the Fortune Bay complex.
Wisocki placed on leave over theft charges
TOWER— The Wilderness at Fortune Bay Manager Joseph Wisocki IV has been placed on unpaid administrative leave after being charged with five counts of felony theft by swindle in Minnesota … more
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ISD 696 renovation project remains on track
ELY- The Ely school district’s general contractor reported that construction costs are currently steady, which is welcome news as the district moves ahead on the next phase of their ongoing … more
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Covid another risk factor for stroke
REGIONAL— Ron Alarcon, of rural Tower, is lucky to be alive— and he knows it. Alarcon was driving to work to the Cook DNR office late last month and had just turned up Cty. Rd. 77 near … more
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Grizzlies notch first win over Cook County second loss
FIELD TWP- The North Woods girls basketball team steamrolled their way to their first victory of the season at home last week against Cook County, but then took one on the chin in a Tuesday loss at … more
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Prank call prompts elementary school lockdown in Ely
ELY- Students and staff at Washington Elementary were sent into lockdown here on Tuesday after an unidentified person told county authorities he was armed and outside the school, intending to harm … more
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The Grizzlies’ Isabel Pascuzzi attempts a kill against Ely defenders Audrey Kallberg and Sarah Visser.
Ely sweeps ME tourney
AURORA— The Timberwolves proved it again here last Saturday— in Section 7A volleyball, they’re the team to beat. For the second time this season, Ely swept eight straight sets to … more
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County sheriff recognizes six new deputies
REGIONAL— Six new St. Louis County deputies were recognized earlier this month during a ceremonial pinning of badges held at the county’s Public Safety Building in Duluth. Sheriff Gordon … more
Residents vote to double their levy for next year
GREENWOOD TWP- Greenwood Township residents, at their annual meeting on Tuesday, approved a significant increase in their levy for next year, putting the township’s tax levy in line with its … more
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Ely 4th-5th graders present ‘Summer Camp’ musical next Friday
ELY – The halls of Washington Elementary School are usually quiet when the school day ends at 3 p.m., but in the Washington Auditorium, nearly 40 energetic fourth and fifth graders are just … more
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St. Louis County Schools
Once again, the St. Louis County School District has shown it has little interest in actually engaging the residents it’s supposed to be serving. For years, the district has operated more like … more
Wolves at 2-1 in opening week
ELY – The Timberwolves dominated Greenway here on Tuesday night as they relied on a solid defensive performance to keep the Raiders in check, 62-28 to improve to 2-1 on the young … more
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