Duluth’s second district city councilor to exit council at end of month
“Councilor Mayou has been a strong and passionate advocate for his district. Anyone who heard him welcome attendees to the 2025 State of the City saw the heart he has for those neighborhoods.” -- Mayor Roger Reinert
5 takeaways from Jefferson, McCarthy and O'Connell minicamp media sessions
"All I've told Christian is, 'Let's worry about that when it's time to worry about that, and all you can control is the here and now, and just continue to set weekly goals,' that he is crushing in a really positive way." -- Kevin O'Connell on Christian Darrisaw, who is rehabbing from a knee injury
City of Duluth round up of events, staff spotlight for June 2025
EVENTS Happy Pride! June 1 – DPD Sidewalk and Streets event 11:30-1 PM at Denfeld H.S. providing vouchers to replace headlights, taillights and turn signals. June 8 – Trans Joy Fest June 11 – Summer Day of Caring with Head of the Lakes United Way | Community-wide volunteer events. Project list June
MNA nurses request mediation in negotiations with Essentia Health
“We didn’t become nurses to play legal chess. We are here to save lives. However, Essentia’s refusal to address real workplace concerns is endangering our patients.” -- Katie Murray, an RN at Essentia-Duluth
Minnesota Wilderness, J3 Insurance in the news
The Wilderness will be inviting Barnes and Beumer to the team’s main tryout camp on July 20-24 in Cloquet.
Wheeler Field is a popular outdoor recreation center in Duluth every summer
Wheeler, located near the iron ore docks in Duluth, was bustling with activity on Tuesday evening, hosting pickleball, bocce, and softball open and league games. Horseshoes, tennis, sand volleyball are also individual and team events at Wheeler during summer months. The City Duluth owns and manages Wheeler Field. Photos: Howie
St. Louis County leaders reflect on the 2025 legislative session
“We will continue to analyze potential impacts of other legislation approved during yesterday’s fast-paced session. Likewise, we are monitoring impacts from federal legislation and actions that could come this fall.” -- St. Louis County administrator Kevin Gray
Vikings agree to terms on Josh Oliver contract extension
By Lindsey Young Josh Oliver is stickin' around a while. The Vikings on Tuesday announced they have agreed to terms with Oliver on a three-year extension to keep the tight end in Purple through the 2028 season. During the 2024 season, Oliver posted single-season career highs in receiving yards
Duluth Police Press Release: Altercation at Park
At approximately 3:30 p.m., Monday, June 9, Duluth Police responded to Klang Park for a report of a person with a weapon. Upon arrival, Officers located a juvenile male who stated he was on a swing set when juveniles approached him and threatened him with a knife. The
Minnesota Legislature passes gloomy $66B budget
“The budget we are passing will fund the services Minnesotans rely on to live their daily lives, including care for people with disabilities and seniors, maintenance for roads and bridges, funding for courts and correctional facilities, and support for veterans” -- Erin Murphy, DFL-St. Paul
Duluth FC to host Superior City FC in first-ever Twin Ports Cup soccer match
“The Twin Ports Cup isn’t just a game – it’s a new tradition. This is about celebrating the growth of soccer in our region and bringing our communities together through the game we love.” -- John Shuster, Duluth FC co-owner
Quote Me, Howie: Mike Zagelmeyer; The Minnesota Legislature convenes today
"I think we have some real playmakers this year who are excited for the challenge ahead. We graduated only eight seniors, although several were major contributors. For the first time in a long time, I like our depth." -- Hermantown Hawks football coach Mike Zagelmeyer
8 local prep girls basketball players to watch next season
"Athletically, she's the best prospect in the area who has the most promising upside of any of the girls we've mentioned." -- Duluth Marshall standout Chloe Johnson on Hermantown sophomore power forward Jaylynn Sherill