What can Finland teach us about democracy, happiness, health and sustainability? The finest facets of Finland will be on display at the 41st annual FinnFest this summer in Duluth. Pekka Haavisto was just confirmed as the keynote speaker for FinnFest 2024. A member of the Finnish Parliament, Haavisto served as
St. Luke’s Pediatric Associates has welcomed Pediatric Hospitalist Dr. Todd Amunrud. He earned his medical degree from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Iowa. Dr. Amunrud completed a residency in pediatrics at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha. He is board-certified by the American Board
National Bank of Commerce (NBC) continues its growth and expansion with the addition of a new associate, hiring Heidi Chell as a Commercial Banker. Chell, a native of Bessemer, MI, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her new role at NBC. Graduating with a bachelor's degree
St. Luke’s Orthopedics & Sports Medicine has welcomed Physician Assistant Victor Pilon, PA-C. Pilon earned his Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies degree from Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti. He is board certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants. St. Luke’s is now part of
The St. Louis County Historical Society and its Veterans Memorial Hall are holding a 5k to honor the memory of Command Sergeant Major John S. Werner on Saturday, May 11, 2024. Start time is 9 a.m. with a short ceremony prior at The Other Place Bar & Grill, 3930
Minnesota Power, a utility division of ALLETE Inc (NYSE: ALE), has reached a settlement agreement on its 2024 electric rate proposal with the Minnesota Department of Commerce, Minnesota Attorney General’s Office and Large Power Intervenors. If approved by the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (MPUC), the agreement would set final
National Bank of Commerce (NBC) on Monday announced the promotion of 13 of its associates: . Amanda Arbic, AVP – Deposit Operations Director . Kari Carlson, AVP – Signature Banker . Heidi Chell, AVP – Commercial Banker . Lindsey Christianson, AVP – Commercial Banker . John Conley, SVP – Senior Commercial Banker . Max Florestano, AVP – Treasury Management & Fraud Manager
The Marshall H. and Nellie Alworth Memorial Fund, founded in 1949, has awarded its 2024 scholarships to 102 northern Minnesota students pursuing bachelor’s degrees in fields of study related to mathematics, engineering, the sciences, medicine and scientific research. Ninety-five scholarships for $24,000 each were awarded to high school
Judy Behning has been named the 2024 Don Fennessy Volunteer of the Year, Grandma’s Marathon announced today. Behning has shown unparalleled commitment to the event for more than 35 years, taking on numerous roles and leaving an undeniable mark on the success of Grandma’s Marathon, according to a
The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northland opened its Esports & Gaming Lounge for teens at Lincoln Park Club on Wednesday afternoon. The Esports program is designed to engage members in competitive gaming while emphasizing healthy physical and mental practices. Centered around the concept of “Playing with Purpose,” participants
St. Luke’s Obstetrics & Gynecology Associates has welcomed Dr. Jonna Quinn. Dr. Quinn earned her medical degree from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Iowa. She completed her residency at Aultman Hospital, Canton, Ohio. She is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology. During her
A Duluth Passport won’t get a person in or out of any foreign country but it will get a passport holder into three popular Duluth attractions at a dramatic discount. The William A. Irvin, Great Lakes Aquarium and North Shore Scenic Railroad are cooperating by offering a reduced admission
St. Luke’s has promoted Mat Solberg to clinic manager at St. Luke’s OB-GYN Associates and St. Luke’s Pediatric Associates. Solberg, from Hermantown, earned his Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the University of Minnesota Duluth. He joined St. Luke’s in 2021 as the operations supervisor for
Minnesota Power is marking 14 consecutive years of exceeding the state of Minnesota’s energy savings goal as the company celebrates Earth Day and continues to help customers meet their sustainability goals and make progress toward a carbon-free future. Minnesota Power achieved energy savings of 2.8% of gross annual
Nurse Practitioner Alicia Lagarde, APRN, CNP, has joined the St. Luke’s Community Care Team. Lagarde, who is from Wrenshall, earned her Master of Science Family Nurse Practitioner degree from Simmons University, Boston. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from The College of St. Scholastica. She is
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.