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A montage of cover and story art from the iconic Time magazine cover from Aug. 12, 1973
Is Minnesota still “A state that works?”
It was 50 years ago this Sunday that Minnesota received a journalistic “atta-boy” of epic proportions, with a Time magazine cover story that heralded “The Good Life in … more
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Council will fill vacancy by appointment, not election
ORR- The Orr City Council on Tuesday walked back the idea of filling the council seat vacated in May by Lloyd Scott by election, choosing instead to accept applications for the position. At the … more
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Kawishiwi District Ranger Aaron Kania with a pile of cut and cleared understory fire fuels.
Superior National Forest to reduce Fernberg corridor fire risk
ELY- One the last day of November, the Superior National Forest (SNF) filed an official notice that it was initiating what it calls the Fernberg Corridor Landscape Management Project (FCLMP), named … more
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The Grizzlies’ Jonah Burnett works inside for a shot under heavy pressure.
Grizzlies crushed by Cherry
HIBBING- An exciting season of North Woods boys basketball came to an inglorious end on Saturday in Hibbing, where the Grizzlies were overwhelmed by powerhouse Cherry 97-39. The highlight of the day … more
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Town board updated on summer projects
SOUDAN- The Breitung Town Board got an update on summer projects, along with some preliminary discussion of projects needed in 2023, at a special meeting on July 14.Chairman Tim Tomsich talked about … more
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Hunt turkey in the North Country? You betcha!
REGIONAL— As recently as ten years ago, the notion of hunting wild turkeys in northern St. Louis County would have seemed ludicrous— right up there with hunting for sasquatch. What a … more
Ely HRA to seek developer quotes for new housing
ELY- The Ely Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) approved the new housing feasibility study for the city at its Aug. 8 meeting, and gave executive director Joe Hiller the go-ahead to seek … more
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Screenwriter, director, actor, and producer of "A Winter Tale" Rhiana Yazzie (left) and Indigenous Film Night organizer Khayman Goodsky share a moment after Yazzie's post-film Q&A session.
Hopes high for future of Indigenous Film Night
FORTUNE BAY- A small but enthusiastic crowd gathered in the ballroom at Fortune Bay Resort Casino for the inaugural edition of Indigenous Film Night, a mini film festival celebrating the work of … more
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David Hicks grabs a cookie from Mollie Johnson’s cookie table at KJ’s True Value Hardware, where Johnson works. This is the fifth year she has made and given away free Christmas cookies to any and all who want them.
Mollie, the Christmas cookie lady
ELY- For the last five years, Mollie Johnson has baked Christmas cookies and given them away free to all comers at the store where she works, just because it’s a nice thing to do. This year, … more
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Grizzlies archers win at Hibbing
HIBBING- The North Woods middle school archers were on target again last Saturday at the Region 2 3D target meet in Hibbing, capturing first place. Seventh grader Cooper Long placed second among 65 … more
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Scholarship programs would slash cost of attending Minnesota North College
HIBBING - We have heard it all too often, finances and time are the two biggest impediments to students enrolling and being successful in college. In addition, the North Country is in the midst of a … more
Is peak upon us?
Peak color seems a bit behind normal this year. The late spring, combined with plentiful rainfall and mild temperatures in September appears to have delayed the color change at least by a week or so. … more
“Rollie D” Dethloff broadcasts live on WEVE and WTBX from Life of Riley Resort.
Live opener broadcast tradition renewed at resort
COOK- A long and sometimes sporadic fishing opener tradition at the Life of Riley Resort on Norwegian Bay logged another edition on Saturday as radio station WEVE 97.9 FM and sister station WTBX 93.9 … more
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Township in a pickle over popular sport
GREENWOOD TWP- America’s fastest-growing sport is causing a ruckus in Greenwood Township. How to fairly split up reserved court time on the single tennis court in Greenwood between tennis … more
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Members of the ABATE club pose with area emergency responders.
“Buddy Bears” donated
TOWER- It was still a bit early in the season for a motorcycle ride, but a group from the East Central Minnesota Chapter of A.B.A.T.E (American Bikers for Awareness, Training, and Education) took a … more
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"Konst” Marttila behind the counter of his confectionary and variety store in 1945. The shop was a popular place in Tower when it sold candy, milk shakes, comic books, and other delights.
It was everyone’s favorite hangout
TOWER- While everyone who has lived in Tower for any length of time has stories about Marttila Drug, over 60 area residents got the chance to learn more about the Marttila family’s long ties to … more
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Minnesota authors Lorna Landvik (left) and Sarah Stonich.
Writers on a roadtrip visit area libraries
ELY- Fall colors are always a good time to head “up north,” but for Minnesota authors Lorna Landvik and Sarah Stonich it was also a perfect time to talk about books and writing with eager … more
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The city of Tower's sidewalk snowblower was struggling to clear the sidewalks Thursday after a combined two-day snowfall total in excess of a foot blanketed the area. The storm also caused widespread power outages.
Winter storm brings widespread power outages
REGIONAL— The first major winter storm of the season proved to be an over-performer in northern St. Louis County, where snow totals substantially exceeded predictions, leaving many areas with … more
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Ely City Council lifts calendar parking early
ELY- An Ely City Council vote at its May 16 meeting is sure to cause rejoicing with city residents. With the blessing of Police Chief Chad Houde, the council voted to lift winter-season calendar … more
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Garrett Lamppa talks to U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar about Lamppa Manufacturing’s newest sauna stove.
Senator gets a closer look
TOWER— Beginning late last year, Sen. Amy Klobuchar offered critical help from a distance as Lamppa Manufacturing faced a financial crisis stemming from bureaucratic incompetence and … more
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Businesses hurt by snow drought can apply for loans
REGIONAL— Small businesses or agricultural operations in northeastern Minnesota may be eligible for federal low interest loans to help them recover from ongoing drought conditions, including … more
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Chaz Wagner sings and plays the drum at a Nett Lake pow wow in March.
Wagner wins grant for drumming and singing outreach
REGIONAL- Thanks to the ongoing efforts of a Bois Forte Band musician and a grant from the Northland Foundation, youth in multiple area communities have the opportunity this summer to learn … more
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Obituaries: September 30, 2022
Ralph F. Christopherson Jr.Ralph F. Christopherson Jr., 82, lifelong resident of Virginia and Lake Vermilion, died on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, at Edgewood Vista Memory Care in Virginia. A … more
North Woods, NER to swap principals
REGIONAL- A new year will bring new leadership to two area schools, as North Woods Principal John Vukmanich and Northeast Range Principal Kelly Engman will swap roles beginning Jan. 1.North Woods … more
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Ely senior guard Joey Bianco goes inside for a layup in heavy traffic against South Ridge last Friday.
Ely at 19-6 ahead of regular season finale
HILL CITY— The Wolves posted back-to-back wins this week to improve to 19-6 as they head into their regular season finale on Friday, against Fond du Lac. Playing at Hill City on Monday, Ely … more
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