City of Duluth Breaking News
The city expects test results over the weekend and will share updates when available.
Howie: Write the Minnesota media industry obituary
And the only voices that still carry weight are the hyper-locals, the independents, the ones who refuse to let their towns go silent. That’s where the future is. That’s where the trust is. That’s where the eyeballs and ears are. And no rebrand, paywall, or quarterly reorg will ever change that.
Schlotterhausen named interim VP at Lake Superior College
Lake Superior College is a two-year community and technical college in Duluth, offering more than 90 programs. It is part of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system.
Prep Sports Notebook
Stella Maris Academy swept the top three singles matches, but Hermantown took all three doubles and a split at No. 4 singles to earn a 4-3 nonconference girls tennis victory Thursday in Hermantown. Della Seyfer won 6-2, 6-2 at No. 1 singles, Madeline Plote added a 6-3, 6-2 decision at
Mayor Reinert urges residents to weigh in on city services
“From streets and utilities to parks and libraries, housing, public safety and economic development, the inaugural resident survey will shape decisions that impact every Duluthian.” -- Mayor Roger Reinert
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Halestorm earned a Grammy Award in 2012 for Best Hard Rock/Metal Performance for “Love Bites (So Do I).”
Howie: Nearly 9,000 new Duluth housing units needed by 2035
“The senior population is expected to increase by nearly 24 percent by 2035. Duluth will need 1,437 new senior units by 2030 and nearly 2,500 by 2035.” – 2025 Comprehensive Housing Needs Analysis
Howie: Duluth’s Dessa W., teammates steal the show at state dog showdown
And if you’re asking me, the next time somebody wonders where the best 4-H dog handlers come from, just tell them: start in Duluth, keep heading north, and you’ll find out.
Howie: Essentia Health report shows $4.5 billion Twin Ports economic impact
Regional economists note that health care remains one of the most resilient sectors in northern Minnesota. Essentia’s presence is expected to stay central as Duluth pushes for downtown revitalization, expands housing options and attracts new residents.
Howie: 'Risky Roger?' lol. 'Reliable Roger' is a more accurate fit.
The only thing risky in Duluth politics was that a bumper sticker could beat substance. Unless Reinert forgets how to plow snow or suddenly decides levy hikes are fun, he’ll keep winning. Risky Roger? The only risk is running against him.
Prep Sports Notebook
Hermantown defeated host Rock Ridge in straight sets Tuesday, earning a 26-24, 25-18, 25-20 victory in volleyball. Setter Anna Bergerson fueled the Hawks’ offense with 20 assists and added two ace serves. Lilah Conley led Hermantown with eight kills and Sophie Schulz with seven. Conley finishing with 27 digs, and
Minnesota Top 25: Maple Grove, Minnetonka stay on top
Maple Grove held steady at No. 1 in the Minnesota Star Tribune’s Strib Varsity statewide football rankings, while Minnetonka, Forest Lake and Eden Prairie rounded out a largely unchanged Top 4 after Week 4 victories. The Crimson (4-0) overpowered Edina 33-7 and continued their second-half dominance, outscoring opponents 83-17
Howie: Gov. Tim Walz leans on Hennepin, Ramsey dominance as third term looms
Can Minnesota’s governor break the third-term curse, or will a weak GOP field finally stumble into competence? County by county, the map still favors the DFL.
Howie: Bulldogs feature the Kenny Linsemans of college hockey
But it could also be the season the Kenny Linsemans of college hockey put Duluth back on the map. And if you’re a fan of old-school, pot-stirring hockey, that’s the script worth betting on.
Howie: Sleen runs wild for 369 yards, six TDs
Howie's daily column is powered by Lyric Kitchen · Bar We’re watching the best individual football player in northeastern Minnesota since the late Terry Egerdahl of Proctor, my close buddy, and the comparisons in terms of talent and personality are frighteningly similar. Hermantown junior running back Martin Sleen
Howie: Carson Wentz, Elmer Fudd and the dysfunctional Purple Circus
If J.J. Jefferson starts giving us Marvin the Martian looks after failed third downs, the locker room is about one Acme dynamite stick away from full implosion.