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Prep Sports Notebook, Sunday

Duluth Marshall split a nonconference high school baseball doubleheader at Bemidji on Saturday afternoon, winning 13-8 in nine innings in the nightcap after losing the opener 8-6. Max Berrisford homered in both games for the Hilltoppers (2-1). Other baseball scores, Saturday: Esko 4, Luverne 2 Softball Results, Saturday Superior 9,

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Commentary: Minnesota Legislature should call a gambling help hotline before betting on mobile sports wagering
A 2020 report found that 56,000 Minnesota adults — or 1.3% — are problem gamblers, which means they’ve lost control. Another 162,000 adults, or nearly 3.8%, are “at risk.” Photo by Getty Images.

Commentary: Minnesota Legislature should call a gambling help hotline before betting on mobile sports wagering

By J. Patrick Coolican, Minnesota Reformer The sports betting scandals are piling up like the maxed out credits cards of a gambling addict.   Some youth baseball league gadfly tried to wager $100,000 on a University of Alabama baseball game while apparently trading text messages with the Crimson Tide manager,

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Quote Me, Howie: Should the Vikings draft their franchise QB in 2024?

Fred Friedman – "They should select the right quarterback not the anyone that is available. If a franchise leader that gets them to the playoffs with accuracy and escapability and durability and the ability to read defenses is available, take him. Otherwise, go with defense. No time to gamble. That’

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St. Luke’s achieves Primary Stroke Center recertification
St. Luke's Building A entrance. Howie / HowieHanson.com

St. Luke’s achieves Primary Stroke Center recertification

St. Luke’s Stroke Center is proud to be re-certified by DNV as a Primary Stroke Center, affirming St. Luke’s readiness to handle a full range of stroke-related medical problems. “This re-certification shows our commitment to deliver high-quality stroke care,” St. Luke’s Stroke Center Coordinator Diane Roach said.

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Super One Foods wins Grocer Award

Super One Foods wins Grocer Award

Super One Foods, a family-owned independent grocery chain, has been recognized with an Exceptional Independent Grocer Award for 2024 from the Shelby Report. The award highlights the company's commitment to the communities it serves by providing excellence, innovation, and outstanding service within the grocery industry.   The Exceptional Independent

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City of Duluth encourages residents to help 'Keep Duluth Clean'

By Kelli Latuska Spring’s arrival means that it is time for some spring cleaning in Duluth. The City of Duluth supports community clean-up initiatives that address the problem of litter and illegal dumping throughout our neighborhoods. To maximize these efforts, residents are encouraged to get involved. “Every spring, as

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Nearly 4 years after Floyd protests, police misconduct complaint outcomes are finally released
Minneapolis Police officer William Martin stands outside burning buildings near Lake Street in Minneapolis, Minnesota, following protests and property damage surrounding the police killing of George Floyd. Photo by Tony Webster/Minnesota Reformer.

Nearly 4 years after Floyd protests, police misconduct complaint outcomes are finally released

By Deena Winter, Minnesota Reformer Recently released city documents, first reported by the Star Tribune, show at least a dozen Minneapolis police officers were disciplined for misconduct in the days of demonstrations and rioting following George Floyd’s May 2020 police killing. Many more left the department before investigations into

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Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert on speaking at Tuesday's Chamber luncheon – "Thank you to the folks at the Duluth Chamber for having me speak today at this month’s 'Let’s Do Lunch' event. It was the largest audience they've ever had in the

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Alworth Memorial Fund celebrating 75 years

“Thousands of recipients over the decades have said they would not have been able to pursue their education without the financial support of the Alworth Memorial Fund.” -- Patty Salo Downs, Executive Director of the Alworth Memorial Fund

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City of Duluth Notebook

By Kelli Latuska Raising of the Roses events scheduled for April 20, 22 The public is invited to join the City of Duluth Parks and Recreation staff and the Lake Superior Rose Society in the annual Raising of the Roses at the Rose Garden. The open house-style, community event will

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Senate passes tenants’ rights legislation; GOP senator fixates on ‘squatters’
Sen. Zaynab Mohamed at a “Driver’s Licenses for All” press conference in January 2023. Photo by Grace Deng/Minnesota Reformer

Senate passes tenants’ rights legislation; GOP senator fixates on ‘squatters’

By Madison McVan, Minnesota Reformer The Minnesota Senate passed a tenants’ rights bill Monday, including measures that would give tenants the right to organize; codify renters’ right to call emergency services without retaliation; outline remedies for tenants who can’t move into their apartments on time due to construction; and

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Duluth’s KQDS-TV, FOX21 ownership change completed

Duluth’s KQDS-TV, FOX21 ownership change completed

Coastal Television Broadcasting Group LLC is a Georgia-based company owned and operated by Coastal’s Founder and CEO Bill Fielder. Coastal owns or provides advertising sales and other services to 19 television stations with 28 Big Four Network and CW channels.

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