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"Martin Sleen was probably the most impressive athlete at the meet as he placed 4th in the 55 dash, 2nd in the high jump, and anchored the winning 4x200 relay." -- Hermantown boys track coach Tyler Homstad on a season-opening indoor meet at St. Scholastica.
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By Michelle Griffith, Minnesota Reformer State Sen. Justin Eichorn, R-Grand Rapids, was arrested in Bloomington on suspicion of soliciting a minor for sex.
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By Kelli Latuska This past Friday, Congress adopted a Continuing Resolution (CR) funding bill that was subsequently signed by the President. While the CR
“By supporting our first responders, prioritizing economic development, and creating a welcoming environment for both residents and businesses, we can ensure Duluth thrives as a vibrant, inclusive, and safe community.” -- Tara Swenson
With property tax statements arriving in mailboxes now through the end of the month, St. Louis County leaders are reminding residents of two state
Duluth Denfeld will face defending champion Totino-Grace in a Class 3A state tournament quarterfinal at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Williams Arena. 3A
"The U of M is an excellent University. You go there to practice law or medicine or veterinary medicine or engineering, or be an outstanding professor. You go to other places to practice in the National Basketball Association."
"Beyond the excitement of this run, Denfeld’s success has the power to unite our city and inspire future generations of young athletes across the region." -- Matt Baumgartner, president, Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce
By Kelli Latuska Due to the spring thaw cycle, City of Duluth Parks and Recreation division has temporarily closed all natural surface trails until
PSCW approval was needed because Allete owns Superior Water, Light and Power, a regulated utility that delivers electricity, natural gas and water to Wisconsin customers.
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Hip-hop fans are in for an epic night as Method Man (of Wu-tang Clan), Redman (Def Squad), and Xzibit will take the
By Lindsey Young The Hitman is back for another one. Harrison Smith is returning for his 14th season as a Minnesota Viking after he
"I like a lot of it. I love the Jones resigning, love all the interior offensive line adds and the bulking up of the defensive side with Hargrave and Allen. The cornerback re-signings were good." -- Kelly Grgas Wheeler
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“Thanks to board members, especially Karen Pionk and Lynne Williams, for their work on this with the city in recent years.” -- Arik Forsman
“Jeff’s financial acumen and his principled, values-based, people-focused leadership have been instrumental in the development and successful execution of Allete’s Sustainability-in-Action strategy, and I am excited to work closely with him in this new role.” -- Allete CEO Bethany Owen.
Co-owner Pete Radosovich on the award-winning Pine Knot News, a locally owned, independent, hyperlocal weekly newspaper covering northern Carlton County with an
William Anthony Oswald passed away on March 6, 2025 at St. Luke’s Hospital. He was born in Duluth on June 27, 1954, the
Saturday, March 22 – Indoor meet, noon, St. Scholastica Friday, April 4 – at Pine City meet, 3:45 p.m. Thursday, April 10 – at Cambridge-
Saturday, March 22 – Indoor meet, noon, St. Scholastica Friday, April 4 – at Pine City meet, 3:45 p.m. Thursday, April 10 – at Cambridge-
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Tuesday, April 1 – at Duluth Denfeld, 4:30 p.m. Wade Stadium Thursday, April 10 – host Cloquet, 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 15
Saturday, March 22 – Scrimmages at Eden Prairie Dome (various teams) Tuesday, April 8 – host Duluth Marshall, 4:30 p.m. Monday, April 14 – host
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"As the underdog team in the section right now, and the fact that we're 'playing with House money,' I like where we're at and how the game could shake out tomorrow night." -- Hermantown boys basketball coach Andy Fenske of his team's Section 7AAA semifinal at Hibbing on Friday night
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