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Suicide ticks down, remains more common in Greater Minnesota
Chart by the Minnesota Department of Health

Suicide ticks down, remains more common in Greater Minnesota

Suicide rates are much higher in parts of greater Minnesota than they are in the Twin Cities metro. In northeast Minnesota counties like Lake and Cook, the suicide rate is three or more times higher than it is in metro counties like Hennepin, Scott or Dakota.

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Labor likes Gov. Tim Walz for vice president — and other labor news
Gov. Tim Walz speaks to union leaders at the annual Minnesota Building and Construction Trades Council convention in Duluth on July 20, 2023. Photo by Max Nesterak/Minnesota Reformer.

Labor likes Gov. Tim Walz for vice president — and other labor news

United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain told CNN that Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear are his two favorites for vice president given their track records of supporting unions.

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Anderson, Superior stole the show at Summer Jam

Editor's Note: Howie Sports Blog is powered by Perrault Construction, the trusted roofing, siding and window company in Duluth. Five Twin Ports boys basketball teams and key players to watch next season: Superior – Six-foot-6 junior forward Calvin Anderson, arguably the premier college prospect in the area, averaged 16

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Family Health Leaders

There’s nothing quite as satisfying as providing your family with a fresh, healthy and locally grown meal. That’s why Aspirus Health celebrates National Farmers Market Week. Farmers markets are great places to find fresh fruits and vegetables, and experts say it’s good to take advantage of the

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Business Notebook

Patty McGaffey was appointed President & CEO of Oneida Realty Company, a commercial real estate services firm in Duluth and established in 1908. Having served as the CEO since January 2023, she has now taken on the additional role of president following is a member of the Building Owners and

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Republish It!

DECC Executive Director Dan Hartman posted this on the center's Facebook page Tuesday: "Things are hot at the DECC – not all of them in a good way. Over the last three years, the DECC has continued a dance of three steps forward as we invest in improvements,

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I-35 southbound ramp at Lake Avenue in Duluth closure extended

The Minnesota Department of Transportation has announced an extension of the closure for the I-35 southbound exit 256B at Lake Avenue/5th Avenue West until Tuesday, August 6, due to additional concrete work required before the exit can reopen. The following I-35 ramps will remain closed until September 7: * Northbound

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Minnesota Power receives key regulatory approvals for HVDC transmission project in support of a reliable, clean-energy future

The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission granted the Certificate of Need and Route Permit for the HVDC transmission project by Minnesota Power, aimed at boosting reliability, resiliency and supporting a clean energy future. Minnesota Power intends to upgrade and replace the aging infrastructure of its 465-mile HVDC line, which extends from

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Quote Me, Howie: Patrick Andrews

Editor's Note: "Quote Me, Howie," a staple feature at Howie Sports, is powered by our friends at Perrault Construction, the trusted roofing, siding and window company in Duluth. My close personal friend, legendary Hermantown boys hockey coach Patrick Andrews, on his team's strong performance

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Hermantown High Activities Notebook
Legendary Hawks assistant football coach Greg Aker. Howie / Howie Sports

Hermantown High Activities Notebook

Editor's Note: Howie Sports is powered by Perrault Construction, the roofing, siding and window construction company Duluth can depend on. Online registration for Hermantown Community Schools' fall activities is currently available. Families are encouraged to visit the school's activity website to register and access the

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At the DECC

Classic rock icons REO Speedwagon and Loverboy are joining forces for a tour, with a newly announced show at Amsoil Arena on November 19. Tickets will be available starting Friday, August 2 at 10 a.m. REO Speedwagon was established in 1967, signed a record deal in 1971, and has

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Assessments wrapping up for people affected by June flooding
An example of the CR-LODA form. St. Louis County will be mailing this form to property owners who were not home at the time an assessor visited if the assessor determined that damage occurred that resulted in property tax relief. The form must be returned to the St. Louis County Assessors by August 30. Submitted

Assessments wrapping up for people affected by June flooding

"The June flood was catastrophic for numerous families and business owners. We are committed to ensuring those affected receive any eligible property tax relief." -- Mary Garness, St. Louis County Director of Public Records and Property Valuation

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