U.S. Navy bringing Navy Week back to Duluth
A mayoral proclamation is scheduled for 10 a.m. on July 1 at the USS Duluth Anchor on the Lakewalk. Mayor Roger Reinert is expected to honor the Navy’s contributions to Duluth and the region.
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MNA Prez Chris Rubesch: Negotiation dynamics favor Essentia, Aspirus
“In over two decades of nursing, I’ve never witnessed a crisis like this. Patients are arriving sicker than ever, but instead of increasing support, hospital leaders have gutted the frontlines. It’s dangerous.” -- Larissa Hubbartt, an RN at Aspirus St. Luke’s
Howie: Bulldogs banking on sophomore core, emerging players next season
Incoming forward Daniel Shlaine arrives with elite credentials after excelling at Shattuck-St. Mary's Prep and the USHL's Lincoln Stars. The 6-foot, 185-pound lefty from Russia is an elite playmaker with slick puck-handling skills and a quick release.
More housing coming to northeast Minnesota
“We need more housing in our region in order for our communities to thrive into the future. Through this state-funded program, we hope to come alongside local communities to support their next steps in addressing their housing needs.” --Tony Sertich, president of the Northland Foundation.
Peregrine falcons hatched at Minnesota Power nest sites
“It has been amazing to see the success rate of the nesting and rearing of the peregrine chicks at both Boswell for over 30 years and Hibbard the last 17 years.” -- Josh Skelton, ALLETE vice president and Minnesota Power chief operating officer.
Photos of the Day
A small selection of photos from a well-attended Juneteenth event in Downtown Duluth on Thursday afternoon.
Essentia Health advanced practice providers move toward ULP strike vote
“We’re not asking for luxury. We’re asking for the respect and autonomy to care for people properly and the basic right to speak up without risking our jobs.” -- Sara Feldbrugge, an APP at Essentia
Aspirus walks away from solutions, pushes concessions instead of care
“Reducing benefits at the last minute is not only disrespectful, it’s dangerous. They’re offering less support and asking us to do more with it.” -- Andrea Rubesch, an Oncology-Hospice nurse at St. Luke’s.
Patty Salo Downs to retire as executive director of the Alworth Memorial Fund
“Patty worked with enthusiasm and encouragement of the students and alumni. She was proud of them, calling them Alworth Scholars. Patty also felt a kinship with the benefactors. She pored over instructions they had left behind and reconciled their wishes with the changing world of education.”
Michelina's All-You-Can-Eat Spaghetti Dinner prep underway at the DECC
It’s that magical time of year when the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center kitchen revs up to serve hungry marathon runners at the annual Michelina's All-You-Can-Eat Spaghetti Dinner. The event, which began in an outdoor tent in 1977, now serves 8,000 in the Lake
Arrowhead Regional Arts Council Board approves grants
The Arrowhead Regional Arts Council's mission is to create a healthy art and cultural ecosystem by offering support and resources for artistic professional development and equitable access for arts organizations and individuals to benefit all communities.
Lake Superior College earns re-accreditation for College in the Schools Program
LSC recognized for excellence in concurrent enrollment programming, maintaining high standards for dual credit opportunities.
Hortman's children release statement on their parents' deaths
“Hope and resilience are the enemy of fear. Our parents lived their lives with immense dedication to their fellow humans. This tragedy must become a moment for us to come together. Hold your loved ones a little closer. Love your neighbors. Treat each other with kindness and respect.”
Quote Me, Howie: Eric Thompson, Yvonne Prettner Solon
"If someone has a heart attack, they don’t care who shows up – whether they’re a doctor, a paramedic, or a firefighter – if they know what they’re doing. With us strategically spread out with eight stations across the city, we can get to your house quickly." -- Eric Thompson
Local response to the political violence in the Twin Cities
"Melissa and John are both personal friends. Melissa was the mentor for my freshman class when I was elected to the House. John and I served in the Senate together and quickly became friends." -- Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert