Hockey Notebook
Edit storyFinal season stats for: Neal Pionk, Jets defenseman – Regular season: 82 GP, 33 points (10 goals) -12; Playoffs: 5 GP, 7 points (all assists)
Howie Hanson
Editor & Publisher of HowieHanson.com
What I Cover
I write about power, business, sports and civic life in Duluth and across Minnesota. My columns examine the people making decisions, the organizations behind those decisions and what their choices mean for the communities they serve.
My Background
My journalism career began in 1971 at the Cloquet Pine Knot. More than five decades later, I'm still reporting and writing from Duluth. I publish HowieHanson.com, an independent site built around original columns, local reporting and Minnesota sports coverage.
My Approach
My work combines reporting, analysis and commentary. I believe in checking facts, asking direct questions and giving readers enough information to make up their own minds. My reporting and opinions are mine, and I stand behind the words I publish.
Contact Me
I welcome story ideas, questions, corrections and tips from readers. Email is the best way to reach me.
Email: GuyHowieHanson@gmail.com
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Andrews, DeSutter named Grandma's Marathon Volunteers of the Year
Edit storyJoan Andrews and Tom DeSutter have been named the 2023 Don Fennessy Volunteers of the Year, it was announced today by Grandma’s Marathon.
Lucie Amundsen: Avoid trouble with DECC, Bayfront tickets
Edit storyIt seems that every week I get a sad email to hello@decc.org. It’s someone bemoaning an expensive error when purchasing show
What's Happening at the DECC?
Edit storyThis listing covers public events at all DECC venues. For listings of many corporate events, conferences, and other private events, please consult the DECC&
Cirrus launches new Limited Edition aircraft
Edit storyCirrus Aircraft has unveiled a new, destination-inspired Limited Edition aircraft to commemorate the 9,000th SR Series aircraft delivery. The 9,000th Limited
Friday Prep Sports Notebook
Edit storyGrand Rapids posted its first high school baseball win of the season Thursday after, clipping Duluth East 2-1 at Wade Stadium. The Thunder
St. Louis County Depot issues RFP for tenants for 2024 and beyond
Edit storyIn the spirit of transparency and fairness, the St. Louis County Depot is again providing opportunity for potential new tenants by issuing a Request
Leadership Duluth applications open May 1
Edit storyLeadership Duluth is a comprehensive leadership development program by the Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce and the Duluth Area Chamber Foundation that aims to
Public meeting to discuss need for improvements at railroad crossings along Midway Road
Edit storyMidway Road (County State Aid Highway 13) in Midway Township and the City of Hermantown carries approximately 6,900 vehicles per day. The road
St. Louis County Board presents Public Health Achievement Awards
Edit storyJust as the work of Public Health covers a wide variety of health topics, so do the winners of this year's St.
More flooding in St. Louis County
Edit storyHighway 29 north of Floodwood has been closed near the Stremmel Road intersection (just east of the TH 73 intersection) due to flooding. This
Duluth Fire Department responds to water emergency at Pier B
Edit storyAt 8:26 am on Thursday, April 27, Duluth Fire Department was dispatched to a water emergency at 800 Railroad Street near Pier B.
Tuesday Night Sports Notebook
Edit storyAbe Soumis and Nathan Hill of Hermantown are rostered to play for Northern Lakers 2024 in the Prep Hoops Live AAU tournament in Minneapolis this weekend.
Locals to compete in AAU boys hoops tourney in Minneapolis
Edit storyAbe Soumis and Nathan Hill of Hermantown are rostered to play for Northern Lakers 2024 in the Prep Hoops Live AAU tournament in Minneapolis
Howie Hanson: Minn Starks 17U National Coach CJ Osuchukwu
Edit storyMinn Starks 17U National Coach CJ Osuchukwu on his team’s performance at the The Players’ Platform at Hyvee Arena in Kansas City, MO,
Duluth lands arena football league team
Edit storyDuluth has been awarded the second of four planned The Arena League professional indoor football league franchises, league officials and local community leaders announced
Duluth Pack introduces limited-edition Spruce Series
Edit storyDuluth Pack, the United States' oldest canvas and leather bag and pack manufacturer, is bringing back from the archives limited-edition release to
Lake Superior Zoo introduces Red Panda, Zoozee
Edit storyThey are built to live in a climate similar to our winters, making them a perfect species that Zoo guests can visit and enjoy year-round.
Quote Me, Howie: Barry Midthun on his son, Maverick, who has won 113 youth golf tournaments
Edit storyFormer Denfeld star athlete and retired Duluth Police officer Barry Midthun on the amazing golf achievements of his son, Maverick (Class of 2029): “We
Minn Starks 17U finishes 2-2 in KC tourney
Edit storyMinn Starks 17U National won its final two games Sunday to finish 2-2 in The Players’ Platform last weekend at Hyvee Arena in
Johnson named Howie 2023 High School Girls Basketball Player of the Year
Edit storyFIRST TEAM Chloe Johnson, Marshall School 7th-grader (2023 Player of the Year). Good Video: Watch Johnson at this weekend’s Deep South Classic
Prep Sports Notebook
Edit storyHermantown baseball coach Billy Tafs couldn’t stop smiling from ear to ear after the Hawks’ impressive, 8-3 neutral field win against Grand
Technology at replacement St. Mary’s Medical Center to greatly enhance patient and visitor experience
Edit storyEssentia Health is utilizing technology to greatly improve the functionality, navigation and patient and visitor experience at the replacement St. Mary’s Medical Center.
Duluth Public Schools News
Edit storyBy Adelle Wellens Four-year graduation rates for Duluth Public School seniors rose 5.6%, exceeding pre-pandemic levels. “The increased graduation rates are
Urshan Retirement Group
Edit storyUrshan Retirement Group, Inc. strives in helping people achieve retirement goals. This is accomplished through education of the financial planning process, analyzing each individual&