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Sports Notebook, Sunday
Bulldogs sophomore defenseman Aaron Pionk. Howie / HowieHanson.com

Sports Notebook, Sunday

"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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Eveleth man arrested following cybertip investigation

Sources: St. Louis County Sheriff's Office news releases Late in the day on March 5, 2025, the St. Louis Sheriff’s Office received information from the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) regarding several Cybertips involving child exploitation. Cybertips are received by the National Center for Missing and

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GOP state Sen. Justin Eichorn arrested on suspicion of soliciting sex with a 16-year-old girl
State Sen. Justin Eichorn was arrested Monday in Bloomington. He’s a Grand Rapids Republican. Official Senate photo.

GOP state Sen. Justin Eichorn arrested on suspicion of soliciting sex with a 16-year-old girl

By Michelle Griffith, Minnesota Reformer State Sen. Justin Eichorn, R-Grand Rapids, was arrested in Bloomington on suspicion of soliciting a minor for sex.  Bloomington Police led Eichorn, 40, to believe he was talking to a 16-year-old girl and then met the senator and arrested him Monday near the 8300 block

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Delays expected, alternate routes encouraged following vehicle accident
A vehicle accident at the intersection of West Arrowhead Road and Haines Road has left the traffic lights unusable. To avoid significant traffic back ups, motorists are encouraged to find alternate routes until repairs can be made, which is expected to take a week or longer. Submitted

Delays expected, alternate routes encouraged following vehicle accident

A vehicle accident at the intersection of Haines Road and West Arrowhead Road on Monday afternoon has destroyed the electrical service pole and traffic signal system's controller cabinet. As a result, the traffic lights are currently non-operational at this intersection that serves approximately 24,000 vehicles per day.

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Reinert reacts to congressional continuing resolution funding bill

By Kelli Latuska This past Friday, Congress adopted a Continuing Resolution (CR) funding bill that was subsequently signed by the President. While the CR avoided a federal government shutdown, it also had direct financial implications for the City of Duluth. "Congress recently passed a continuing resolution to fund the

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Duluth City Councilor to run for reelection
Tara Swenson. Submitted

Duluth City Councilor to run for reelection

“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

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County highlights property tax refund programs available to residents

With property tax statements arriving in mailboxes now through the end of the month, St. Louis County leaders are reminding residents of two state programs that could provide property tax refunds. The Minnesota Department of Revenue offers two types of property tax refunds – the regular homestead credit and the special

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Hunters to open against Totino-Grace on Tuesday
Duluth Denfeld Boys Basketball. 2025 season. Howie / HowieHanson.com

Hunters to open against Totino-Grace on Tuesday

Duluth Denfeld will face defending champion Totino-Grace in a Class 3A state tournament quarterfinal at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Williams Arena. 3A Quarterfinals, Tuesday (All games at Williams Arena) (8) St. Paul Harding (18-10) vs. (1) Mankato East (27-1), 10 a.m. (5) DeLaSalle (23-5) vs. (4) Orono (22-7)

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City of Duluth temporarily closes all natural surface trails

By Kelli Latuska Due to the spring thaw cycle, City of Duluth Parks and Recreation division has temporarily closed all natural surface trails until further notice. Examples of natural surface trails include the Duluth Traverse, Superior Hiking Trail, and other dirt trail systems located within parks. The wet soil conditions

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Minnesota Prep Boys Basketball Playoffs Tonight
Duluth Denfeld senior shooting guard MarNaries Ferguson will lead his team against Hibbing in the Class 3A, Section 7 championship tonight. Howie / MinnesotaPrepBasketball.com

Minnesota Prep Boys Basketball Playoffs Tonight

Class 4A Section 3 Championship – Eagan vs. Apple Valley Section 4 Championship – Tartan vs. Cretin-Derham Hall Section 7 Championship – Centennial vs. Anoka Section 8 Championship – Moorhead vs. St. Michael-Albertville Class 3A Section 3 Championship – St. Paul Harding vs. St. Thomas Academy Section 4 Championship – St. Paul Johnson vs. DeLaSalle Section

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At the DECC

Hip-hop fans are in for an epic night as Method Man (of Wu-tang Clan), Redman (Def Squad), and Xzibit will take the AMSOIL Arena stage on Saturday, May 3, 2025. Underground rap icon Immortal Technique will join as a special guest performer. Method Man and Redman, longtime collaborators known for

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Harrison Smith returning for 14th Vikings season
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Harrison Smith returning for 14th Vikings season

By Lindsey Young The Hitman is back for another one. Harrison Smith is returning for his 14th season as a Minnesota Viking after he and the team agreed to a restructured contract on Wednesday. It's a journey that began in 2012, when the Vikings drafted Smith 29th overall.

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Quote Me, Howie: On the Vikings' offseason moves and non-moves
Alli Rusco. Vikings.com

Quote Me, Howie: On the Vikings' offseason moves and non-moves

"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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