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TOWER-The Tower-Soudan Historical Society is excited to announce their popular “History Talks on Main Street” series, featuring a captivating story about the cherished summers spent on …
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7/19/23
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TOWER- The Northern Lights Music Festival hosted an afternoon concert of chamber music at the Lake Vermilion Cultural Center in Tower. Concert performers included young musicans attending the …
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Jodi Summit
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7/12/23
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TOWER- The weather cooperated, and the runners showed up for the 40th running of the Vermilion 10K and 5K run. There were 170 signed up for the 5K, and 50 signed up for the 10K race this year. Over …
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Jodi Summit
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7/12/23
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Four mile race Ages 0-12 Boys: 1. Charles Fuenffinger, age 12 2. Melvin Geffre, age 10 3. Vincent Howe, age 10 Girls: 1. Eloisa Gomez, age 12 2. Eila Fuenffinger, age 10 3. Cecelia Fuenffinger, age …
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7/12/23
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TOWER- There was possibly a record turnout for the children’s races on the afternoon of July 4 in Tower. The following is the list of winners, who received cash prizes. Please note that the …
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7/12/23
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SOUDAN- The late Lon (Lonnie) Lamppa was honored here on June 21, as his number 6 jersey was officially “retired” at the American Legion Memorial Field in Soudan. Lamppa, who died last …
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Jodi Summit
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6/30/23
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TOWER- If the enthusiasm shown at this year’s annual Midsummer fundraiser is any indication, raising the remaining funds needed to finish the restoration of the former St. Mary’s …
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Jodi Summit
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6/21/23
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REGIONAL— The Rainy River watershed has been designated in “drought watch” status as outlined in the state’s drought plan. The plan was developed and is overseen by the …
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Marshall Helmberger
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6/21/23
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BREITUNG TWP- When I ran into Bernie Krauss on a recent Sunday morning on the Mesabi Trail in Soudan, he was fresh off a hot breakfast at Good Ol’ Days in Tower. He was headed to Ely, for a …
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Jodi Summit
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6/21/23
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REGIONAL- Three golfers from area schools competed in the Class A State Golf Tournament at Pebble Creek Golf Club in Becker on Tuesday, June 13 and Wednesday, June 14, with all finishing in the top …
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David Colburn
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6/21/23
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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 …
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6/16/23
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Kitchens are often described as the busiest rooms in a home. Kitchens are where meals are prepared and tend to be go-to gathering spots on holiday get-togethers and during other events when …
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6/15/23
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No matter where you are in the outdoors in the North Country this month, you’ve probably noticed that mosquitoes are, well… everywhere. While the weather has been pleasantly summer-like, …
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6/14/23
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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 …
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Marshall Helmberger
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6/14/23
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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 …
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6/14/23
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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 …
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6/14/23
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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 …
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6/14/23
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DULUTH - Eighth-grader Kaylin Visser continued to dominate the discus with yet another personal record throw to take first at the Section 7A track sectional meet on June 1. Her throw, of 105’ …
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Rachel Brophy
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6/7/23
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NETT LAKE- The Hawaii Ironman Triathlon is considered to be one of the world’s utmost tests of physical fitness and endurance with its 1.2 mile ocean swim, 56-mile bike route, and 13.1-mile …
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David Colburn
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6/7/23
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ELY— Sisters Rachel and Kate Coughlin both won all-conference honors for the just-completed Section 7A softball season. The sisters, both seniors, led the Timberwolves in a whole host of …
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Marshall Helmberger
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6/7/23
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EVELETH—Ely’s baseball season ended on a heartbreaker Tuesday. Down 5-3 against top-seeded South Ridge, the Wolves were unable to score after loading the bases with nobody out in the top …
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David Colburn
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6/7/23
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FIELD TWP- North Woods golfers Tori Olson and Eli Smith are headed to the state tournament after turning in strong performances at the 7A sectional tournament in Virginia last week. Junior Olson was …
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David Colburn
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5/31/23
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ELY— A slow start didn’t keep the fourth-seeded Timberwolves from notching back-to-back wins here on Tuesday to advance in the Section 7A baseball tournament. “It took a while to …
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Marshall Helmberger
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5/31/23
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CHERRY- The North Woods baseball team had the higher seed, but Cook County had the upper hand in Tuesday’s opening round game of the Section 7A tournament, bouncing the Grizzlies out of the …
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David Colburn
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5/31/23
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REGIONAL- After picking up an opening round 3-1 home win against Cromwell-Wright in the Section 7A softball tournament last week, the eighth-seeded North Woods Grizzlies faced off last Thursday …
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David Colburn
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5/31/23
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