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St. Louis County celebrates volunteers and staff for pandemic response
St. Louis County Board Chair Patrick Boyle led a moment of silence to remember the more than 600 people in St. Louis County who died from COVID. The County honored Public Health staff and MNResponds volunteers for their hard work throughout the pandemic to slow the spread of the virus and reduce serious illness and death. Submitted

St. Louis County celebrates volunteers and staff for pandemic response

Volunteers through MNResponds worked alongside Public Health staff to provide these clinical services and make it easier for people throughout the community to access tests and life-saving vaccines.

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New Highway 133 bridge near Meadowlands opens
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New Highway 133 bridge near Meadowlands opens

Construction of a new bridge crossing the Whiteface River near Meadowlands is complete and County State Aid Highway 133 is now open again. The previous bridge was nearly 60 years old and had a poor rating. Replacing it now prevented the need for load restrictions on this highly traveled road.

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St. Louis County board thanks state lawmakers for session successes
Legendary St. Louis County Board Chair Patrick Boyle spoke at a press conference at the DECC in Duluth this afternoon, where community leaders representing St. Louis County, City of Duluth, DECC and Spirit Mountain officially thanked state lawmakers. Representatives from Duluth Public Schools were noticeably absent at today's major press event. Howie / Duluth Times

St. Louis County board thanks state lawmakers for session successes

"We are very grateful to our local delegation and the entire legislature for funding provided to local jurisdictions. This was the largest increase to counties in decades, and it's coming at a much-needed time." -- St. Louis County Board Chair Patrick Boyle

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Quote Me, Howie: Ashley Grimm

3rd District Commissioner Ashley Grimm on St. Louis County leadership listening to and delivering on behalf of constituents: “People deserve to be heard. It’s important that people see that their elected representatives care and listen, that we take them seriously, and put their money where our mouth is. It

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Culvert failure forces road closure near Side Lake
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Culvert failure forces road closure near Side Lake

A portion of Highway 5 south of Side Lake is temporarily closed after a culvert failed causing a partial washout. Highway 5 is closed from approximately 0.8 miles south of Side Lake to about 1.5 miles north of Green Rock Road. Detour signs are being posted directing travelers

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Construction and detour begin Monday on Morris Thomas Road

Construction and detour begin Monday on Morris Thomas Road

Construction on Morris Thomas Road in Duluth, along with necessary detours, is scheduled to begin Monday. This is a two-year project to reconstruct Morris Thomas Road between Haines Road and Piedmont Avenue. The $8.4 million project will include the complete reconstruction of Morris Thomas Road, replacement of watermains beneath

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St. Louis County reminds property owners to review valuation notice

St. Louis County reminds property owners to review valuation notice

The St. Louis County Assessor’s Department is reminding property owners that Local Board of Appeal and Equalization meetings are happening this month and next, and to review their 2024 Estimated Market Value (EMV) notification in case they have questions or concerns. Most residents have received their EMV notice by

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St. Louis County Depot issues RFP for tenants for 2024 and beyond

St. Louis County Depot issues RFP for tenants for 2024 and beyond

In the spirit of transparency and fairness, the St. Louis County Depot is again providing opportunity for potential new tenants by issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP). Last year’s process brought about the return of the Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra (DSSO) with their offices, library, and limited run performances.

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More flooding in St. Louis County

More flooding in St. Louis County

Highway 29 north of Floodwood has been closed near the Stremmel Road intersection (just east of the TH 73 intersection) due to flooding. This is a paved road and is the primary route between Floodwood and Meadowlands. It runs alongside the St. Louis River, which is overflowing its banks and

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