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
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
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
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.
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
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
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.
A segment of Highway 2 in Saginaw will close for up to three weeks as CN Railroad makes repairs to a railroad bridge. Highway 2 will be closed between Highways 33 and 194, beginning Monday, April 14, through Friday, May 2. Signs will be posted directing general traffic to use
It's Severe Weather Awareness Week, and while thankfully no severe storms are forecast for our region in the near future, an important weather-connected milestone is happening right now at the St. Louis County Emergency Operations Center (EOC). Beginning this week, a meteorologist from the National Weather Service Duluth
The St. Louis County Public Health and Human Services (PHHS) department has released its annual Community Impact Report. The Community Impact Report shares stories, statistics, and insights that highlight the impact of the work done by PHHS to benefit county residents and communities, available in an interactive online format. This
By Dana Kazel After several years of postponements, the federal REAL ID requirement will go into effect May 7, 2025. This means any Minnesotan planning to fly on a domestic flight or enter a federal building will need a Minnesota REAL ID driver's license or identification card, Minnesota
The Family Services Collaborative of St. Louis County announced a new integrated service delivery partnership aimed at strengthening family and youth support services across the region. The initiative, made possible through nearly $1 million in combined grant funding, will establish and expand community-based resource centers in both northern and southern
A vehicle accident at the intersection of Haines Road and West Arrowhead Road on Monday afternoon has destroyed the electrical service pole and traffic signal system's controller cabinet. As a result, the traffic lights are currently non-operational at this intersection that serves approximately 24,000 vehicles per day.
With property tax statements arriving in mailboxes now through the end of the month, St. Louis County leaders are reminding residents of two state programs that could provide property tax refunds. The Minnesota Department of Revenue offers two types of property tax refunds – the regular homestead credit and the special
St. Louis County Public Works engineers are conducting planning studies for two intersections near Lowell Elementary School. As part of this work, the county is hosting a public meeting to get input from neighbors and anyone who regularly travels through this area. The meeting will be on Tuesday, March 11,
By Dana Kazel The St. Louis County Recorder has expanded the services it offers from its Hibbing office. The office now can accept real estate documents for recording and answer questions, as well as help customers locate recorded documents. Other new services include accepting notary commissions, wedding officiant documents and
