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Former Cook HRA director may face new charges
REGIONAL- Former Cook Housing and Rehabilitation Authority Executive Director Reed Erickson is facing possible additional charges in his court fight over allegations that he improperly bilked the … more
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USFS reiterates its opposition to planned Twin Metals mine
REGIONAL— The U.S. Forest Service has, once again, staked out its firm opposition to the proposed Twin Metals mine near Ely. The federal agency’s latest statement on the matter comes in a … more
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Members of the cast of NLAA’s upcoming staging of ‘Romeo and Juliet’ act out Friar Laurence’s monologue scene, performed by Noah Warner, during a recent plain clothes rehearsal.
Shakespeare on love
ELY- The Northern Lakes Arts Association’s Great Nordic Shakespeare Festival opens on Friday, Jan. 10 with “Romeo and Juliet” at the Vermilion Fine Arts Theater. NLAA Executive … more
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Ely Assistant Fire Chief Ryan Callen took photos of the remains of the motorized scooter that caught on fire in Ely on Monday evening.
Ely senior dies after mobility scooter catches fire
ELY- An 80-year-old resident of the Boundary Waters Care Center tragically died here Monday afternoon after the motorized mobility scooter she was riding at the time caught fire. A witness who … more
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Rep. Roger Skraba
Skraba welcomes new dynamics of a tied House
REGIONAL- Continuing to hash out the details of how the Minnesota House will operate in the upcoming session with a 67-67 split, DFL speaker-designate Melissa Hortman and Republican speaker-designate … more
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38-year-old Amanda Boshey, killed in a hit and run accident on the Vermilion Reservation on Tuesday, leaves behind five children.
FBI investigating hit and run death on Bois Forte Reservation
TOWER— Tragedy has struck a Bois Forte family again as Amanda Boshey was killed in a hit-and-run accident that took place on the Vermilion Reservation shortly after 9 p.m. Tuesday evening. … more
Mayor Heidi Omerza with outgoing city council member Paul Kess, who was recognized for his 22 years of service.
Ely Council approves electric vehicle fast charger system
ELY- The city council here, on Tuesday, approved a proposal from ZEF Energy to install a type-three fast-charging hub for electric vehicles at the Ely trailhead facility currently under construction. … more
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Lack of communication apparent at Greenwood special meeting
GREENWOOD TWP- The ongoing lack of communication between township officials here, prompted a brief special board meeting on Tuesday, but it’s unclear whether the problem will go away any time … more
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Mark Allen Isham
Chronic domestic abuser appeals most recent conviction
BOIS FORTE – A Bois Forte man with a history of domestic assault charges has filed an appeal of his most recent conviction to the U.S. Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals. Mark Allen Isham, 61, was … more
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Club president Lisa Anderson doing scent training with one of her award-winning German Shepherd’s Karma.
Nonprofit club hit with over $25,000 in cleanup costs from water damage
VIRGINIA- When volunteers with the Iron Range Dog Training Club got together last August for a bi-monthly cleaning of their training center, they got a costly surprise. As they folded the rubber … more
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Filings for township government opening soon
REGIONAL- For townships that elect officials in March, filings for open supervisor and treasurer seats open Dec. 31 and close on Tuesday, Jan. 14. And for one area township, there will be two big … more
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Obituaries: December 20, 2024
Thomas J. Oyster Thomas J. Oyster, 84, of Markesan, Wis., passed away on Monday, Dec. 16, 2024, at his home. Per his wishes, no funeral service will be held. Interment will take place at Hillside … more
John Ratzloff recently spoke to the Timberjay about his work behind the camera.
Ely photographer’s images in major exhibits
ELY- Photographer John Ratzloff is having a moment. The 77-year-old Ely resident recently wrapped up a year-long exhibition of his photography in the prestigious Arts@MSP program at the … more
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McDonald tapped for top county leadership award
REGIONAL— Fourth District County Commissioner Paul McDonald, of Ely, is this year’s recipient of the prestigious President’s Award from the Association of Minnesota Counties, or … more
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Trump victory boosts copper-nickel prospects
REGIONAL— Minnesota’s mining industry is looking forward to  president-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration next month, which will usher in a reversal of policies that will allow … more
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Donating locally can maximize your impact
REGIONAL— We’ve all seen the heartrending appeals on the television this time of year from groups of all kinds hoping to turn your sympathy into their next financial contribution. Groups … more
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State’s cannabis licensing timeline shifts amid legal woes
REGIONAL- Minnesota’s planned recreational cannabis market launch is facing new delays after a preapproval lottery for social equity licenses was scrapped by a court order and shifted to a … more
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Greenwood finally acknowledges ownership of Township Rd. 4136
GREENWOOD TWP- The town board finally passed a resolution formally acknowledging that Birch Point Extension is Township Rd. 4136. The vote was 3-1, with John Bassing abstaining (conflict of interest) … more
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The new hardwood stage has been installed in Washington Auditorium at the Ely Public Schools Campus.
New hardwood stage floor installed in the Washington Auditorium
ELY- The new hardwood floor for Washington Auditorium stage is now installed. That was the welcome news that Tim Leeson, the district’s facilities director, had for the school board here this … more
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Drilling effort underway as Pulsar seeks to deepen helium well
BABBITT- A Wyoming-based drill crew is set for more work near Babbitt as Pulsar Helium is continuing its drilling efforts at its helium exploration well. Pulsar hired Capstar Drilling, of Casper, in … more
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Sticky situations leave state House status in limbo
REGIONAL- Could a simple piece of tape flip the balance of power in the Minnesota House to the Republican Party in the upcoming legislative session? A piece of tape placed on an apartment door was … more
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Jeannine Bjornrud displays one of the new Embarrass mugs now on sale at the Nelimark homstead museum.
Christmas spirit on full display at Nelimark Homestead in Embarrass
EMBARRASS- If you missed the three-day Nelimark Christmas in November, you have one more chance to stock up on home-baked holiday goodness and handmade and Nordic gifts at the Nelimark Homestead in … more
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Obituaries: December 13, 2024
Carol A. Lassey Carol Ann Lassey, 95, of Ely, passed away on Monday, Dec. 2, 2024. A short memorial service is tentatively planned for Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025, following the regular church service at … more
Council backs sprint medic pilot program participation
TOWER— The city council here, after considerable deliberation, voted unanimously to join the sprint medic pilot program being spearheaded by the Virginia ambulance service. City officials had … more
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Board puts Option B back on the ballot
GREENWOOD TWP- On the now familiar 3-2 vote, the Greenwood Town Board voted Tuesday to put “Option B” on the March 11 township election ballot once again. The measure would allow the town … more
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