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Howie: A permanent record of Northeastern Minnesota high school sports
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Duluth Public Schools is asking voters to approve two inflation-adjusted operating levies lasting 10 years, for over $103 million in additional revenue during the period.
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Chamber names interim president; Seyfer, Stella Maris girls tennis enters defining season
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