Overnight closures scheduled for I-35 as part of the Twin Ports Interchange project
Drivers are advised to stay alert, watch for merging traffic, and exercise caution while adjusting to the new traffic patterns.
Hawks girls soccer team looks to establish a new identity
Note: Howie Sports Blog is powered by Perrault Construction, the trusted roofing, siding and window company in Duluth. The Hermantown girls soccer team, led by the renowned head coach Nate Hanson, eagerly anticipates next Thursday's 2024 season and home opener against North Branch. “This is a season where
FEMA opens Disaster Recovery Center in Virginia
Residents and business owners in St. Louis County who experienced damage from the severe storms and floods between June 16 and July 4 can now receive in-person assistance for federal aid applications. FEMA has established a Disaster Recovery Center starting Friday, August 15, at the St. Louis County Public Works
Howie Blog: Stella Maris Academy adds 5k continuous loop trail
The 138 acres of land, including the current school and gymnasiums, are one of SMA's most valuable assets. The aim is for the SMA community to use the land fully.
After George Floyd’s killing, policing defined Tim Walz’s tenure
By Deena Winter, Minnesota Reformer Public safety has proven to be the most difficult governing and political challenge of Gov. Tim Walz’s tenure. The pandemic fueled a spike in violent crime, while Minnesotans marched against police brutality after the murder of George Floyd. While most protested peacefully, others looted
Prep Preseason Preview: Hermantown cross country
Howie Sports Blog is powered by Perrault Construction, the trusted roofing, siding and window company in Duluth. This is an exciting time for the Hermantown boys and girls cross country programs. Andy Wilcox, who has been Maddie Armruster's assistant for the last three years, is now the head
Quote Me: Tim Meyer
Candidate Tim Meyer on losing, in a close race, to opponent Shawn Savela in the District 8B House Republican primary on Tuesday: "I just wanted to thank everyone who came out to vote for me last night. I also wanted to thank my campaign Chairman Atle Rennan and District
Names of four killed in five-vehicle crash near Floodwood
The Minnesota State Patrol today released the names of four individuals who died in an accident involving five vehicles on Highway 2 near Floodwood on Wednesday: Vincent Dow, 65, Bonnie Dow, 66, and Hope Oakgrove and Charlotte White, both 9 – all residents of Blackduck. Three others sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
City of Duluth Today
Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert will commemorate the inaugural season of the Duluth Harbor Monsters by hosting the team at City Hall and presenting a proclamation in the Mayor's Reception Room today at 1 p.m. Subsequently, at 2 p.m., Reinert will join the leadership of the Chester
McCarthy out for the season
"Many quarterbacks have faced similar challenges early in their careers and have returned even stronger. I not only expect that for J.J., I know it will happen." Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell on J.J. McCarthy
Hermantown boys soccer, football teams expect to compete for conference, section championships this season
Howie Sports Blog is powered by Perrault Construction, the trusted roofing, siding and window company in Duluth. Hermantown boys' soccer coach David Thompson wants his players to focus on winning Lake Superior Conference and Section 7AA championships this season. “My expectations for this year are high,” he said Tuesday
Howie Photo Gallery: Harbor Monsters ArenaMania I champs
The Duluth Harbor Monsters defeated the Iowa Woo 46-44 to capture the inaugural The Arena League championship on Saturday night at DECC Arena. Duluth finished 7-3 overall and the season with six consecutive victories. "Possibly one of the most eventful, enjoyable, suspenseful sporting events I have ever experienced in
A Tribute to Mike Sertich
Fred Friedman – "Mike was a UMD classmate of mine and a high character person who did not limit his interest and friendship and support to the hockey community. He loved UMD and the Range and lived his life with courage. An exemplary person." John Gilbert – "When Sertie
Daytime closure announced for Highland Street in West Duluth
Highland Street in West Duluth will be temporarily closed from 59th to 62nd Avenue West during the daytime on August 14-15. This is due to CN Railroad's routine inspection of the Highland Street bridge. Traffic detour signs will guide drivers to use Olney Street instead. The closure is
Howie: RIP, Mike Sertich; My All-Time Bulldogs Men’s Hockey Teams
Keith "Huffer" Christiansen and Bill Watson were prolific point-scorers during their time with the Bulldogs, while Brett Hull will likely be forever remembered as the most gifted goal-scorer in the school's history with 84 snipes in 90 games, before turning pro. Jim Johnson, a defenseman, was