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NETT LAKE- Last winter, freshman Brynn Chosa was a spark plug for the North Woods Grizzlies girls basketball team, coming off the bench to drain key three-pointers, push the ball up the court, and …
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David Colburn
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8/2/23
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VOYAGEURS NATIONAL PARK- A three-day extravaganza highlighting the wonders of the heavens above is coming to Voyageurs National Park Aug. 10-12 with the third annual summer Star Party, sponsored by …
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David Colburn
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8/2/23
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ANGORA- It’s time to polish your crowns and daggers, dust off your capes and wings. The Festival of Skalds is coming Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 12-13 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Festival of …
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Stephanie Ukkola
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8/2/23
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ELY- Ben Pawlak inherited his love of woodworking from his Swedish grandfather, who brought his tools with him when he came to America. Pawlak also inherited his grandfather’s tools, which he …
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Catie Clark
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7/26/23
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ELY- Over 200 art, craft, and food vendors will assemble in Ely’s Whiteside Park this weekend for the Blueberry/Art Festival (BAF). The festival begins on Friday, July 28 at 9 a.m., and ends on …
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Catie Clark
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7/26/23
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ELY- The city of Ely is implementing changes to traffic flow and parking around Whiteside Park for the Blueberry/Art Festival. The Ely Police Department has set up a messaging service for the …
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7/26/23
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ELY- Morse-Fall Lake firefighter William Orion Lloyd Fearn of Ely. passed away Monday, July 17, due to a car accident on County Road 88 north of Ely. Fearn’s body returned to Ely on Wednesday …
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7/26/23
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TOWER- The Tower-Soudan Historical Society has scheduled a fun presentation showcasing the story of the Arrowhead Garage and the Peyla Family, a part of Tower’s history on Tuesday, Aug. 8 at 4 …
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7/26/23
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ELY— Those who miss being served by their favorite baristas from the Front Porch will be glad to know that the duo is going into business together. Jen Flermoen and Michelle Timmins will be …
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Jen Shuster-Dahlin
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7/19/23
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REGIONAL— Facing uncertainty over the future of their mine and processing facility, workers at Northshore Mining have voted to join the United Steelworkers (USW). It was the sixth time that the …
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Marshall Helmberger
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7/19/23
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VERMILION LAKE TWP- Living with and managing the risk of wildfire was the focus of an event held here earlier this month. “I’ve learned that there is risk here,” said Gloria …
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Jodi Summit
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7/19/23
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TOWER-The Tower-Soudan Historical Society is excited to announce their popular “History Talks on Main Street” series, featuring a captivating story about the cherished summers spent on …
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7/19/23
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TOWER- The Northern Lights Music Festival hosted an afternoon concert of chamber music at the Lake Vermilion Cultural Center in Tower. Concert performers included young musicans attending the …
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Jodi Summit
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7/12/23
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TOWER- The weather cooperated, and the runners showed up for the 40th running of the Vermilion 10K and 5K run. There were 170 signed up for the 5K, and 50 signed up for the 10K race this year. Over …
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Jodi Summit
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7/12/23
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Four mile race Ages 0-12 Boys: 1. Charles Fuenffinger, age 12 2. Melvin Geffre, age 10 3. Vincent Howe, age 10 Girls: 1. Eloisa Gomez, age 12 2. Eila Fuenffinger, age 10 3. Cecelia Fuenffinger, age …
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7/12/23
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TOWER- There was possibly a record turnout for the children’s races on the afternoon of July 4 in Tower. The following is the list of winners, who received cash prizes. Please note that the …
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7/12/23
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SOUDAN- The late Lon (Lonnie) Lamppa was honored here on June 21, as his number 6 jersey was officially “retired” at the American Legion Memorial Field in Soudan. Lamppa, who died last …
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Jodi Summit
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6/30/23
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TOWER- If the enthusiasm shown at this year’s annual Midsummer fundraiser is any indication, raising the remaining funds needed to finish the restoration of the former St. Mary’s …
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Jodi Summit
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6/21/23
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REGIONAL— The Rainy River watershed has been designated in “drought watch” status as outlined in the state’s drought plan. The plan was developed and is overseen by the …
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Marshall Helmberger
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6/21/23
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BREITUNG TWP- When I ran into Bernie Krauss on a recent Sunday morning on the Mesabi Trail in Soudan, he was fresh off a hot breakfast at Good Ol’ Days in Tower. He was headed to Ely, for a …
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Jodi Summit
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6/21/23
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REGIONAL- Three golfers from area schools competed in the Class A State Golf Tournament at Pebble Creek Golf Club in Becker on Tuesday, June 13 and Wednesday, June 14, with all finishing in the top …
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David Colburn
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6/21/23
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As any homeowner knows, renovation projects tend to cost a lot of money. The average cost of a home renovation is difficult to gauge, as such endeavors run the gamut from complex projects like a …
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6/16/23
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Kitchens are often described as the busiest rooms in a home. Kitchens are where meals are prepared and tend to be go-to gathering spots on holiday get-togethers and during other events when …
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6/15/23
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No matter where you are in the outdoors in the North Country this month, you’ve probably noticed that mosquitoes are, well… everywhere. While the weather has been pleasantly summer-like, …
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6/14/23
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REGIONAL— Today, there’s more reason than ever to look to save energy at home— it’s good for the wallet and it’s good for the planet. Here in the North Country, the vast …
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Marshall Helmberger
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6/14/23
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