Minnesota’s blood supply running on fumes
If you’re eligible, roll up your sleeve. Memorial Blood Centers is taking appointments at mbc.org or 888-448-3252. Blood donors can give every 56 days, platelet donors twice a month.
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Howie: Downtown Duluth’s longtime concrete embarrassment finally meets its fate
For now, give Reinert his due. The Auto Shoppers Ramp is finally going away, brick by stubborn brick, because he made it a priority. And if you squint past the dust, you can almost see a downtown Duluth that isn’t held together by plywood, nostalgia, and wishful thinking. Almost.
Howie: Vikings’ depth chart looks like a Jenga tower — one bad pull and it’s over
Houston shows up Saturday afternoon to see if the foundation is as wobbly as it looks on paper.
Howie: Bulldogs men's hockey nation restless for more W's
The same folks who used to grumble when the Bulldogs only made the Frozen Four are now pretending a seventh-place finish in the NCHC is just the league being “tough.” That’s not tough. That’s losing dressed up in an alibi.
Howie: This isn’t a scam. It’s just a smart utility deal.
This isn’t a hostile takeover or a backdoor privatization scheme. This is a well-structured financial agreement that delivers capital, safeguards ratepayers, and pushes the utility deeper into the renewable energy era without turning it into a monopoly Frankenstein.
Howie: Sandelin bets local to lift Bulldogs back on their feet
And that’s Sandelin’s magic trick. No slogans, no gimmicks. Just a quiet confidence that the right kids — his kids — can still win the biggest games on the biggest stage. You just have to trust the process. And, maybe more importantly, trust your backyard.
St. Louis County expands public forestlands through landmark deal
“St. Louis County has a strong tradition of balancing smart forest stewardship with meaningful public access, and we’re proud to support them in that work. This is conservation at its best — local, collaborative and built to last.” -- Kim Berns-Melhus
Howie: Show us the goods, J.J. Whether you’re ready or not, this is your team.
So here we go. Game 1 of the Preseason of Prayer. QB1 J.J. McCarthy gets the start. The hype machine is revved up. The fanbase is ready. And the Vikings are rolling the dice with a rookie quarterback, a patchwork roster, and a hope-filled shrug. It’s a very Vikings thing to do.
Minnesota Power to build 200-megawatt wind farm in North Dakota
The wind project announcement comes as ALLETE awaits final regulatory approval of its proposed acquisition by Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPP Investments) and Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP).
Howie: Star Tribune banks on local legends to write its next chapter
The Star Tribune’s PR boilerplate now reads like a campaign stump speech — seven Pulitzers, 158-year legacy, “the heart and voice of the north.” But if these hires are any indication, they might actually believe it.
K-9 demonstration event returns to Superior
In the past year, local K-9 teams have assisted in apprehending armed suspects, uncovering evidence in assault and drug investigations, and sweeping schools following evacuation threats.
2025 Prep Football Preview: Hermantown looks to reload, not rebuild
“We have a lot of experienced returners this year in a lot of skill positions and a line that wants to set the tone.” Hawks coach Mike Zagelmeyer
Gascon, Kraemer and Larocque invited to Canada’s National Women’s Hockey Orientation Camp
The three-day, off-ice orientation camp brings together players and staff from all levels of Canada’s national programs. The event includes team-building activities, presentations and planning sessions ahead of the 2025-26 international season.
Enger Park primed for spotlight as Dick Forbort charity tournament tees off next Saturday
“This year’s Forbort event is probably the largest in its history. We’ll be using all three nines — three 18-hole courses snaking through. It’s a huge deal for us.” -- Enger Park General Manager Craig Smith
Ryan Kern’s vision took flight — and Duluth’s sky hasn’t been the same since
At a time when the city was searching for ways to reinvent itself beyond shipping and snow, Kern dared to see Duluth as a destination. The airshow he created has now become a staple of the summer tourism calendar, injecting millions into the local economy year after year.