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County launches new campaign reminding people to renew their Medical Assistance eligibility
The end of the COVID-19 Public Health emergency earlier this year has led to challenges for people who rely on Medical Assistance (MA) for health insurance, and for the people tasked with assisting with MA renewal applications. Currently, fewer than 50% of St. Louis County residents who have needed to
Jeff Frey’s headshot business transitions to new ownership
Jeff Frey Photography’s commercial portrait (headshot) business will become The Studio as it transitions to new ownership beginning November 1, 2023. After more than 40 years, Frey is stepping away from the headshot portion of his business, turning over the reins to The Studio, a subsidiary of Swim Creative,
Howie: Add three outdoor hockey rinks at the 'Frozen Wade'
I invite readers to poke holes in this not-too-out there vision (comment below): Let's add three outdoor hockey rinks inside frozen Wade Stadium each winter, building on the emerging sports district in far West Duluth. Wade Stadium is an unused, centrally-located major community recreational asset screaming for activity
AIMCLEAR wins five U.S. Search Awards
“Our talented marketers, communicators, creators and technical experts make it their mission and passion to serve our clients.” -- AIMCLEAR President and CEO Laura Weintraub
Temporary closure of Harbor Drive along the DECC waterfront begins Monday
Beginning Monday, a portion of Harbor Drive will temporarily close for seawall and Harbor Plaza reconstruction (see the map above). Pedestrians and cyclists will have a detour along existing pathways and the Cross-City Trail for the project duration, which is expected to last 12 months. Construction traffic and DECC deliveries
Quote Me, Howie: Patrick Andrews
Hermantown High hockey coach Patrick Andrews on the upcoming 2023-24 season: "As we sit one month out from the start of our season we have two guys excelling at juniors and six players in the fall elite league, as well as countless other guys playing in a variety of
Anything Goes: Youth Edition opening night October 27
Duluth Playhouse will launch its Youth Theatre season with Anything Goes: Youth Edition, running October 27-29, 2023 at the NorShor Theatre. Starring 29 of the most talented young performers from the Twin Ports area, this wacky shipboard farce will take audiences on a voyage of madcap characters, witty banter, brilliant
Quote Me, Howie: Fred Friedman Hamas attack 'immoral and shameful beyond words'
Fred Friedman on the Hamas attack on Israel – "This is the worst time since 9/11. The despicable Hamas terrorist attack on innocent Israelis and tourists from all over requires difficult and complicated decisions for Israel. If they do little, the terrorists will regard them as weak and attack
St. Louis County Sheriff's Office offers first ever Citizens' Academy
The St. Louis County Sheriff's Office is offering the public a new opportunity for an inside look at how it operates through a 10-week Citizens' Academy. Classes begin November 1 and will be offered Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Classes will include interactive presentations and
Roger Reinert, DECC, Denfeld boys basketball coach Phill Homere in the news
"Let's grow together, enhance our city's affordability, and increase our capability to provide quality core city services." -- Duluth mayoral candidate Roger Reinert
Amsoil Arena going cashless starting today
Amsoil Arena, part of the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center, will be moving exclusively to digital payments for all entertainment and the upcoming UMD hockey season (women's and men's games) starting Friday. The DECC is following the industry's lead to only accept credit, debit and
St. Louis County Jail Library dedicated in honor of late donor Leona Gifford
Library services, including the opportunity to access even more books through the Duluth Public Library, are now part of the programming at the St. Louis County Jail, thanks to the vision and generosity of Gifford.
Roger Reinert, Prep Sports Notebook in the news
Another Duluth mayoral candidate Roger Reinert post on Facebook: "To paraphrase Mark Twain, there are, 'Facts, Darned Facts, and Statistics.' Last week at a forum hosted by the Lake Superior Area Realtors I said that we had only built some 50 new homes over the past decade.