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Quote Me, Howie: A few of my buddies chime in on Ovechkin, NCAA men's hoops
"Ovey’s record is unbelievable. But (Sidney) Crosby’s 20th year of averaging a point per game should be getting the same attention. Two great players that don’t come around very often." -- Mike Randolph
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"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
Quote Me, Howie: Mike Zagelmeyer; The Minnesota Legislature convenes today
"I think we have some real playmakers this year who are excited for the challenge ahead. We graduated only eight seniors, although several were major contributors. For the first time in a long time, I like our depth." -- Hermantown Hawks football coach Mike Zagelmeyer
QUOTE ME, HOWIE: Thomas Pazo, Dan Hartman, Frank Yetka, Paul McDonald, Fred Friedman, etc.
"I’m loving my time in Duluth and getting to work with this fantastic group of young men. We’ve improved tremendously as a team (tactically, technically, physically, and mentally), and we have a lot of room for growth, which is super exciting for the staff and I." -- Thomas Pazo
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The Howie Hanson Report — August 30, 2026
Minnesota Duluth’s double-overtime loss, the Vikings’ preseason finale, Stella Maris events, a Veterans Crisis Line PSA and Duluth weather in 60 seconds.
Stella Maris’ Fall Flannel Fest to return with Father Ben 5K
Stella Maris Academy will hold its third annual Fall Flannel Fest on Oct. 10, pairing road races and family activities with a fundraiser for the school’s athletic and extracurricular programs. The event will begin at 9:30 a.m. at the academy’s high school campus, 4321 Allendale Ave.
Slippery Rock rallies past No. 12 Minnesota Duluth in double overtime
SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. — Minnesota Duluth built a 17-point lead and rushed for more than 370 yards, but Slippery Rock rallied for a 45-43 double-overtime victory Thursday night at Mihalik-Thompson Stadium. DaOne Owens scored on the decisive two-point conversion after Slippery Rock answered Derrick Johnson’s
Broncos roll past Vikings 34-6 in preseason finale
DENVER — Sam Ehlinger threw three touchdown passes, and the Denver Broncos defeated the Minnesota Vikings 34-6 on Friday night in the preseason finale. Both teams rested their starters, giving Minnesota quarterback Carson Wentz two series before Max Brosmer took over. Wentz completed 3 of 4 passes for 15 yards.