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ELY— The city of Ely’s unique police hiring incentive appears to be making a difference. That was the report from Police Chief Chad Houde, who told the city council here on Tuesday that …
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Catie Clark
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5/9/24
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REGIONAL— Officials with Duluth-based ALLETE Inc., the parent company of Minnesota Power, announced this week that they have agreed to be acquired by a partnership led by the Canada Pension …
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Marshall Helmberger
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5/9/24
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TOWER- A rainy Saturday morning was not an auspicious start for what the new owners of the Tower Café are hoping to become a regular feature in downtown Tower. But plans for future car show …
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Jodi Summit
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5/9/24
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REGIONAL- Spring heralds the onset of road construction season, that time when drivers have to satisfy themselves that a little short-term pain will bring some welcome long-term gain. St. Lous County …
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David Colburn
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5/9/24
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ORR- When a small-town school closes, a community loses a piece of identity, But volunteers at the Orr Center are trying to restore that historical sense of community pride by creating the Orr High …
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David Colburn
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5/9/24
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EAGLES NEST TWP— After months of criticism over the impact of tire-piercing aggregate on Trygg Road, St. Louis County Public Works has opted for a major overhaul of the winding gravel road. …
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Marshall Helmberger
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5/9/24
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ELY- The city of Ely is looking for information from all its residents on their water intake lines. The payoff will be a free replacement if an intake line is found to be made of lead. The Minnesota …
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Catie Clark
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5/9/24
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REGIONAL—An audit report released this week has shed light on some of the problems facing the U.S. Postal Service as a result of the expansion in its package delivery service. The audit of the …
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Marshall Helmberger
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5/9/24
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REGIONAL- Starting July 1, Minnesota-born adoptees, 18 years and older, will have new access to their original birth records, a move that promises to unlock deeply held questions about their …
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David Colburn
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5/9/24
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REGIONAL- What began the legislative session wrapped in an aura of optimism is now the target of widespread pessimistic speculation as the clock ticks down on the dwindling chance to pass a bill …
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David Colburn
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5/9/24
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REGIONAL- From her successful pageantry exploits, North Woods art teacher Rachel Betterley is certainly accustomed to large crowds, but on Sunday the setting was a bit different. Hundreds of …
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David Colburn
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5/9/24
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Rebecca L. Swan Rebecca Lynn “Becky” Swan, “Waawiyaasinokwe” Whirlwind Woman, 45, of Virginia, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, in her home. A funeral service was …
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5/9/24
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TOWER- A self-titled “rant” on the “What’s Up Tower” Facebook page this week asked a question that volunteers in the Wagoner Trails Club have expected was coming for …
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Jodi Summit
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5/1/24
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REGIONAL— The U.S. House, this week, gave a narrow vote of approval for legislation that would rescind the mineral withdrawal affecting a portion of the Superior National Forest and require the …
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Marshall Helmberger
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5/1/24
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REGIONAL- In a brand new report, the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) says there was a significant uptick in elder fraud complaints in 2023. The Elder Fraud Report, released on …
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David Colburn
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5/1/24
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ELY- The Ely Telecommunications Advisory Board (TAB) is proposing to install fiber-based wifi into Whiteside Park. The hard-wired connection is expected to improve internet access for the …
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Catie Clark
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5/1/24
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ELY- Emily Roose and Erik Nelson took the top prize during Northern Lakes Arts Association’s “Dancing with the Ely Stars” event held last Friday at Ely’s Historic State …
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Catie Clark
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5/1/24
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COOK- Representatives of a citizens’ committee exploring solutions for transportation problems sought and got the Cook City Council’s endorsement of their efforts following a presentation …
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David Colburn
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5/1/24
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REGIONAL – House members in St. Paul were set to vote Wednesday on a $980 million bonding bill that aligns with the priorities established by Gov. Tim Walz in January, but work on a final bill …
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David Colburn
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5/1/24
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ELY- Ever since Scott Stowell moved to Ely, he’s been collecting and telling stories. As someone with experience as a writer and news professional, telling those stories comes second nature and …
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Catie Clark
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5/1/24
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ELY- The board of the Donald G. Gardner Humanities Trust, at its April 10 meeting, voted to award $6,210 in spring grant awards to local arts organizations. The twice-yearly grant program helps the …
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5/1/24
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REGIONAL- The distinction between an employee and an independent contractor can be confusing to some employers, while for others it’s one that can be manipulated to the employer’s benefit …
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David Colburn
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5/1/24
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James W. Thierer James “Jimmy” Warren Thierer, 67, of Embarrass, passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, at his home. No memorial service is planned at this time. Arrangements are with …
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5/1/24
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REGIONAL- The sale of legalized cannabis in Minnesota is lurching toward next year’s opening of dispensaries with a number of changes being considered by legislators to improve and speed the …
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David Colburn
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4/25/24
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TOWER – At a time when individuals and households throughout Minnesota are experiencing hardships in numbers never seen before, the Open Your Heart to the Hungry and Homeless Foundation is …
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4/25/24
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