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.
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Construction has started to improve Woodland Avenue between Snively Road and Anoka Street in Duluth. The project includes repaving the approximately 1.5 miles
“We are honored to have received these awards. We are deeply committed to those we serve. For the culture award specifically, 10 years of hard work and dedication from our caring team led to making this achievement possible.” -- Lake View Hospital President Greg Ruberg
Swim Creative, a leading full-service marketing and interactive agency, is returning to a four-day work week for the summer months starting May
By Elizabeth Spehar All Duluth Public Library locations – Main Library, Mount Royal Branch, and West Duluth Branch – will be closed Saturday, May 25 and
The Minnesota Wilderness 18U team emerged victorious in the Prospects Challenge tournament last weekend, going undefeated with a 5-0 record. The championship game
By Kelli Latuska Despite months of work, the House and Senate adjourned on Sunday without a bonding bill, leaving Duluth's legislative priorities
By Michelle Griffith Democratic lawmakers in the final hour of the 2024 legislative session passed a 1,400 page bill that includes a lengthy
The American Indian Community Housing Organization (AICHO) will exhibit Sanctuary by multi-disciplinary artist Maya Washington starting June 10, 2024 and ending August 30,
Fred Friedman – "Defeating the defending world champions on the road in game 7 is historic. Defense wins championships is more than just a
By Madison McVan A swing-district Iron Range Democratic lawmaker is driving an effort to create a special pool of financing for Range-only
Tyler Limmer scored two goals to power Duluth FC past Joy Athletic 3-0 in a National Premiere Soccer League semi-professional men'
By Craig Peters For the second time this week, the Vikings have added to their tight ends room. Minnesota on Thursday announced the signing
A Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert post on Facebook regarding snow emergencies: "It's May, and summer is just around the corner, but
By Kelly Latuska The City of Duluth will host a public meeting on Skyline Parkway Corridor public safety improvements on Monday, May 20 at
Start spreading the news. The 2024 Minnesota Vikings regular-season schedule will open with a visit to the New York Giants. The Week 1
By Jesse Robinson The Lake Superior College Co-Ed Clay Target team ran away with the USA College Clay Target League National Conference 3
Glensheen today announced its 2024 Concerts on the Pier lineup (all Wednesday evening concerts are free and open to the public): July 3 – Father
By Craig Peters Down, set, Jets. Tottenham-Hotspur Stadium will provide the runway for the Minnesota Vikings and the New York Jets on Oct.
At 2:09 pm today, the Duluth Fire Department was dispatched to a structure fire reported at 3035 Hagberg Street. Crews from Miller Hill,
James Lynch is back in action and back with the Vikings. A fourth-round pick by the Vikings in the 2020 NFL Draft, Lynch
Travelers on Interstate 35 between the Twin Cities and Duluth should expect traffic delays this summer due to several construction projects. Drivers will encounter
On Friday, the Vikings inked three of their seven selections in the 2024 NFL Draft. Minnesota announced the signings of kicker Will Reichard, offensive
The Vikings have signed tight end Sammis (pronounced SAM-is) Reyes after he participated on a pro tryout basis in last weekend's
By Madison McVan, Minnesota Reformer Early education providers and teachers from the Iron Range piled on a bus headed south on Monday morning, shuttering
St. Luke’s Pediatric Associates has welcomed Pediatric Hospitalist Dr. Todd Amunrud. He earned his medical degree from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic
Lakes Area MINN STARKS 14U girls basketball team placed second at the Minnesota State AAU DII Championships on Sunday in Shakopee. They advanced to
As the summer farmers market season nears, the Lincoln Park Farmers Market will host a growing season kickoff event Thursday from 3 p.m.
A Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert post on Facebook talking about a recent tour of the new St. Scholastica Student Center: "Go Saints! Great
Saturday Scoreboard Baseball Duluth Marshall 8, Proctor 1 Duluth East 4, Blaine 3 Eden Prairie 6, Duluth East 3 Softball Northwood/Solon Springs 9,
By Jesse Robinson Lake Superior College will hold its Spring Commencement ceremonies at 2 p.m. on Monday, May 13 at the Duluth Entertainment
Brayden Lundeen threw a complete game five-hitter and Jimmy Bartsch had two hits as Hermantown defeated Duluth East 4-1 in a high
We also have to acknowledge that we have accepted a new 'norm' over the past few years. And that must change. We can’t just walk on by. See something and if you can do so safely do something. Otherwise, if you see something - say something.
