Don Ness

Howie: Thanks, Emily Larson, for your years of service to our region

Larson’s return to frontline service signals a continuation of her public mission. As the nonprofit sector increasingly takes on responsibilities once handled by local governments, her crossover experience may prove vital.

Quote Me, Howie: On the Timberwolves-Lakers first round series

"A disappointing draw, to be sure. I would have much preferred to see the Nuggets in the first round." -- Don Ness

Quote Me, Howie: On Denfeld returning to state in boys basketball

"Beyond the excitement of this run, Denfeld’s success has the power to unite our city and inspire future generations of young athletes across the region." -- Matt Baumgartner, president, Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce

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

Duluth's 2025 legislative priorites; Ness, Doty, Fanning on Lot D

"Lot D, while a difficult parcel to develop because of its location to the bay, seawall issues and contamination, is a prime site that can become a valuable asset and addition to the Canal Park/Bayfront District." -- Former Duluth Mayor Gary Doty

Quote Me, Howie: Don Ness, Gary Doty, Daniel Fanning on Lot D development

I invited legendary former Duluth mayors Don Ness and Gary Doty and Daniel Fanning of the Duluth Chamber to comment on the planned revitalization and redevelopment of Lot D located

Quote Me, Howie: Roger Reinert

Quote Me, Howie: Roger Reinert on DECC finances, layoffs

"Duluth, and our region, need the DECC to succeed. It serves as a foundation for our hospitality industry, home to the DSSO Symphony and Bulldog Hockey, and an important civic gathering space." -- Duluth mayoral candidate Roger Reinert

Quote Me, Howie: Don Ness

Duluth Central Alumni Association chair Don Ness on a Trojans alumni gathering at the Depot last week: "What a beautiful event! I can’t tell you how meaningful it

Publish It! Don Ness on Duluth's previously unfunded retiree health care liability

"Sometimes people will ask me what I am most proud of during my time as mayor. There are certainly more exciting and visible accomplishments, but this is the one I care about most." -- Former Duluth mayor Don Ness, on the city's unfunded retiree health care obligation

Quote Me, Howie: Fred Friedman, Roger Reinert

Retired public defender and Minnesota Duluth associate professor Fred Friedman on the May 25, 2020 death of George Floyd: "The videotaped murder of Mr. Floyd by an officer given

Duluth Central High artifacts exhibit at Depot now open

“The history of Duluth Central High School is a big part of the history of the city, so this exhibit will appeal to everyone." -- Duluth Central Alumni Association chair Don Ness

Exhibit of rare Duluth Central High School artifacts opens Monday at the Duluth Depot

“The history of Duluth Central High School is a big part of the history of the city, so this exhibit will appeal to everyone.” -- Duluth Central Alumni Association chair Don Ness.