Duluth's homegrown columnist. Since 1971.
Editor & Publisher of HowieHanson.com
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 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 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.
I welcome story ideas, questions, corrections and tips from readers. Email is the best way to reach me.
Email: GuyHowieHanson@gmail.com
"Education Minnesota has been publicly defending against the attacks on diversity, equity, inclusion and the other attacks from Washington, D.C." -- Monica Byron, president of Education Minnesota
Duluth Playhouse is thrilled to present the Minnesota premiere of Home, I’m Darling, running May 23 - June 1, 2025 at the NorShor Theatre.
“Lester cannot continue to sit, so it is now up to City administration and staff to use these common elements to create a master plan RFP that will include green space, outdoor year-round activities, and housing.” -- Roger Reinert
Grammy-winning hard rocker Halestorm will team with electronic violinist Lindsey Stirling in concert at Amsoil Arena on Saturday, September 27. This pairing brings
My trip with Dale and Don Meyer, the nationally-known coach at David Liscomb, was particularly memorable with the two of them diagramming plays as they were catching walleyes and trout.
Wisconsin-Superior men's soccer coach Joe Mooney on Duluth FC hiring Thomas Pazo as new head coach: “I am extremely excited to
Monday Boys and Girls Track & Field – at Greenway/Nashwauk-Keewatin, 4 p.m. Boys Tennis – host Duluth Denfeld, 4:15 p.m. Baseball
FRIDAY RESULTS Prep Softball Hermantown 10, Esko 9 (8 innings) Superior 7, Cloquet 3 Cloquet 8, Carlton-Esko 2 Duluth East 7, Coon Rapids
Former Minnesota Duluth men's basketball coach Dale Race died today following a long battle with prostate cancer. He was 78. Race amassed
If Duluth crime is down, why are residents afraid? Eric Faust opened his coffee roastery during the height of downtown Duluth’s synthetic drug
PREP BASEBALL River Freeman, Cam Lukovsky, Ethan McCubbing and Jimmy Bartsch all recorded two hits as Hermantown clipped Cloquet 10-7 in a Lake
“Serving on the council was one of the greatest honors of my life. Even though time has passed, my passion for public service and my love for this city remain as strong as ever. I want to be someone who gets things done and does it the right way.” -- Medved
Tyler Walter Edwards is accused of killing Maxton Keith Gudowski in July 2024, then starting him and his apartment on fire.
Minnesota State has named three finalists in the search for the next president of Lake Superior College. The candidates are David Clickner, Barbara Embacher
TODAY'S EVENTS National Football League Draft, 7 p.m. WDIO 10/13 Prep Softball Hermantown at Grand Rapids Proctor at Duluth Marshall
Abby Skelly of Grand Rapids is mobbed by teammates at home plate after clubbing a long home run over the left field fence against
Demolition is underway at the Shoppers Auto Park, as of Wednesday. Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert officially kicked off demolition in a news conference, along
"I’m fired up and ready to build a first-class program that wins with toughness, class and pride. This isn’t just about basketball; it’s about developing young men and leaving a lasting legacy. Let’s build something legendary, together!" -- Jared Drake
As buildings close, navigating downtown St. Paul skyways has become a hassle Office towers have fallen into financial distress in the era of hybrid
With the May 15 property tax payment due date coming soon, the St. Louis County Auditor's and Recorder's offices have
The Minnesota native brings deep journalism experience from the Times, the Associated Press, and other top publications, as well as innovative vision for local media.
Another photo (above) snapped by Howie has been selected as Photo of the Month by Editor & Publisher. More photos taken by Howie of
"As a past President of DAHA, he (Brett Klosowski) gained deep insights into our organization's operations and successfully navigated challenges to strengthen its foundation." -- Ryan Sandefer
"The Biden Administration misled borrowers: the executive branch does not have the constitutional authority to wipe debt away, nor do the loan balances simply disappear." -- U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon
2025 Bayfront Festival Park Schedule June 11 – Alison Krauss & Union Station featuring Jerry Douglas 20 – Grandma's Marathon: Whipper Snapper Races, William
By Jesse Robinson Lake Superior College will host its annual Earth Day Fair on Tuesday, April 22 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Fred Friedman, Mr. Sports in the Twin Ports – "Two positive things happened that make the Wolves dangerous: The bench was way better than
"It is not just the guys who are winning their events, but the support guys that work hard for the 3rd, 4th and 5th places that get us our points and make this team very fun to coach.” -- Hermantown boys track coach Tyler Homstad
In the first episode of “Welcome to Duluth! A Podcast with Mayor Roger Reinert,” Mayor Reinert introduces the audience to the city’s new City Administrator, Matthew Staehling.
By Jayson Hron Marshall Islands-flagged Federal Nagara is expected to be the first oceangoing arrival of 2025 in the Port of Duluth-Superior.
The notice provides information on property classification and estimated market valuation. In other words, it is an estimate of what a property would sell for if offered for sale under typical, normal, and competitive conditions.
By Kelli Latuska Duluth Fire Marshal Lisa Consie is asking the public to come forward with any information that may lead to the identification
