St. Louis County waives permit fees for rebuilding after wildfire
Information on what materials can be disposed of at this location, and what needs to be separated, can be found online at stlouiscountymn.gov or by calling 218-749-9703.
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Highway 169 segment dedicated as Senator David J. Tomassoni Memorial Cross Range Expressway
The designation follows legislation approved by the Minnesota House and Senate in May 2024, honoring the late Tomassoni, who spent nearly 30 years representing the Range and northeastern Minnesota at the Capitol.
St. Louis County leaders reflect on the 2025 legislative session
“We will continue to analyze potential impacts of other legislation approved during yesterday’s fast-paced session. Likewise, we are monitoring impacts from federal legislation and actions that could come this fall.” -- St. Louis County administrator Kevin Gray
St. Louis County to acquire public forest land
“This is a win for all involved. It’s a smart investment in preserving land for public use, and we are thankful for the partnership with The Conservation Fund to make it happen." -- Commissioner Mike Jugovich, who chairs the County Board’s Environment & Natural Resources Committee
Viking Octantis cruise ship docked along DECC waterfront
"So it's not only the convenience of the new seawall dock space that's going to invite more cruise ship traffic, but also the visual coming down the hill and being struck in the face by a huge cruise ship tied up next to the DECC." -- Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert
Events planned to highlight Gun Violence Awareness Month
June is Gun Violence Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness and inspire change to save lives. Multiple people and organizations in the Northland are teaming up this year to share messages about promoting use of gun locks and encouraging conversations about safe storage of firearms. On Tuesday, the St.
Recommendations to be announced for two intersections near Duluth's Lowell Elementary
St. Louis County Public Works engineers have finished gathering input and will announce recommendations for two intersections they've been studying near Lowell Elementary School. They will announce their final recommendations and discuss next steps at a public meeting on Thursday, June 5, at 6 p.m., in the
St. Louis County declares state of local emergency, state of local disaster
By Dana Kazel St. Louis County Board Chair Annie Harala has signed a Declaration of State of Local Emergency and State of Local Disaster for St. Louis County. The declaration comes eight days after the Camp House fire began, and one week after the Jenkins Creek, and Munger Shaw fires
St. Louis County and Resource Renew negotiate landfill agreement
“We are excited to strengthen our partnership with Resource Renew and open up our landfill to serve all of St. Louis County.” -- County Board Chair Annie Harala
Public Health highlights mental health help for new and expectant parents
May is Maternal Mental Health Month, and St. Louis County Public Health is highlighting resources available for new and expectant parents who may be struggling. Experiencing depression and anxiety during the perinatal period – defined as the time spanning from when pregnancy begins, through labor and delivery, to approximately a year
Lake Superior College, St. Louis County in the news
Minnesota State has named three finalists in the search for the next president of Lake Superior College. The candidates are David Clickner, Barbara Embacher and Linda Kingston. The candidates were recommended by a search advisory committee that was comprised of students, faculty, staff, and community leaders, and was chaired by
St. Louis County adds in-person property tax payment option in Hibbing
With the May 15 property tax payment due date coming soon, the St. Louis County Auditor's and Recorder's offices have partnered to offer a new in-person payment option for property owners in the Hibbing area. In-person tax payments can now be made at the Hibbing Courthouse
St. Louis County estimated market value notifications being mailed
The notice provides information on property classification and estimated market valuation. In other words, it is an estimate of what a property would sell for if offered for sale under typical, normal, and competitive conditions.
County Board authorizes bond issuance to build new Public Works facility to serve central Range
By Dana Kazel The St. Louis County Board on Tuesday voted to authorize a bond sale of up to $45 million to build a new Public Works transportation building to serve the central Range region. The new campus will be centrally located in Balkan Township to serve Hibbing, Chisholm and
St. Louis County Board presents Public Health Achievement Awards
By Dana Kazel "It starts with us" is the theme of National Public Health Week this year. It's a fitting reminder that that public health practice at any level starts locally as it focuses on goals including preventing disease and injury, promoting healthy communities, and protecting
St. Louis County to present Public Health Achievement Awards at Tuesday board meeting
By Dana Kazel The St. Louis County Board and the county's Public Health Division will present Public Health Achievement Awards to four individuals in recognition of their work to improve the health of individuals and communities in St. Louis County. The awards will be presented during the St.