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County freezes SNAP amid government shutdown
REGIONAL — As the federal government shutdown comes up on a month, St. Louis County officials are racing to help residents navigate disruptions to food assistance programs that serve more than … more
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Areas indicated in yellow are classified as abnormally dry. Areas in orange are in moderate drought.
Memorial flagpole donated to Cook Community Center
REGIONAL—After an exceptionally wet summer, the North Country is slipping into drought once again. Several weeks with little or no precipitation have left almost all of northern Minnesota … more
Timber Hall renovations planned; more funding is needed
EMBARRASS — The Embarrass Region Community Association board discussed the ongoing plans to renovate the Timber Hall building at their meeting on Oct. 9, but plans for exactly what the project … more
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Obituaries: October 24, 2025
Kenneth A. Strong Jr. Kenneth Albert Strong Jr., “Niigaanigaaniimiikaang”, 56, of Tower, died on Monday, Oct. 13, 2025, in the Cook Hospital. A wake was held on Thursday, Oct. 16 and … more
More than 500 protesters in Ely lined Sheridan Street in front of Whiteside Park on Saturday to express their concerns over the direction of the country under President Trump.
Big crowds air discontent
REGIONAL— A chilly northwest wind didn’t discourage North Country residents, who turned out by the hundreds and thousands in communities all across the region last Saturday as part of the … more
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The old fuel oil tanks pictured here within the Mill Point neighborhood would be replaced by a 30,000- gallon propane storage tank under a proposal made by Superior Fuel.
Neighbors oppose plan for 30,000-gallon propane tank
TOWER— City officials had more questions than answers here on a proposal by Superior Fuel to install a 30,000-gallon propane storage tank in a portion of the city currently zoned residential. … more
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A whiteboard illustration of books "banned" elsewhere that was displayed in the North Woods School library recently.
North Woods librarian fired for book choices
FIELD TWP- A recently hired North Woods library assistant is out of a job after students, parents, and staff complained about sexually-explicit books that were discussed and displayed in the school … more
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Drilling underway on Pulsar’s third gas well
BABBITT — Pulsar Helium commenced drilling operations on its third exploration well this week at the company’s Topaz development site near Babbitt as the international helium developer … more
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John and Heather Chaulklin stand beside the office window that will soon be replaced by a door to become the new front entry for Weed Wishes Dispensary in Cook. Numerous modifications are being made to the shop prior to the change to a full cannabis dispensary in January.
Weed Wishes Dispensary readies for debut in Cook
COOK — John Chaulklin is on the edge of realizing a dream he’s held for decades. Back when he was a college student marching in cannabis rallies at the Wisconsin state capitol, Chaulklin … more
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Extras for “Battle Kursk,” an upcoming film directed by Steven Luke, pose for a photo.
Lights, camera, action on the set at Soudan Mine
SOUDAN — You never know what can happen when you are out shooting an event for the Timberjay. For Tasha Trucano, who is a part-time photographer at the paper, the opportunity to get some photos … more
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Chair Betty Firth speaks during the kickoff event of Ely Indivisible at Northern Grounds in Ely.
Grassroots energy powers Ely Indivisible kickoff
ELY — An enthusiastic crowd of about 50 people filled Northern Grounds coffee shop on Sunday afternoon as Ely Indivisible formally launched its campaign to strengthen civic engagement and … more
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Greenwood Fire Department EMS Captain Tammy Dowden spoke to the board.
Fire department history still causing friction in Greenwood
GREENWOOD TWP — The Greenwood Town Board had a look forward, and a look back, at its fire department during Tuesday’s regular township meeting. Newly installed Greenwood Fire Department … more
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Minnesota’s new drinking water plan targets rural concerns
REGIONAL — A comprehensive state drinking water plan released this week reveals gaps in protections and resources for rural Minnesotans, particularly the more than 1.2 million residents who … more
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Asthma hits hard, but Minnesota’s new plan aims to hit back
REGIONAL — You’ve seen it – the sudden stop in conversation, the wide eyes, the wheeze. A kid clutching their chest on a playground. An adult leaning over a cart in the grocery … more
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Ely schools switch insurance providers
The school board voted unanimously to accept the insurance committee’s recommendation to switch to HealthPartners as its health insurance provider. The move comes as school districts across the … more
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Obituaries: October 17, 2025
William E. King William E. “Bill” King, 94, of Virginia, died on Monday, Oct. 6, 2025. He was born on Feb. 22, 1931, in Cloquet. A private family service was officiated by Jared Bangs at … more
Bill King strategizes with players and coaches during a state tournament game.
King of the Court
ORR — The obituary said nothing about basketball. No mention of his 400 wins, no nod to the state tournaments, no hint that this quiet Hall of Fame coach had once turned a small northern town … more
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State senators and DNR staff stand outside the nation’s best public bathroom, located at Bear Head Lake State Park, a bright spot in a tour that otherwise featured aging facilities in need of repair.
Aging water systems concern lawmakers on area tour
REGIONAL — While a nationally recognized restroom at Bear Head Lake State Park may have captured recent headlines, members of the Minnesota Senate Capital Investment Committee discovered a far … more
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Bois Forte grappling with effects of shutdown
BOIS FORTE RESERVATION—The tribal government here is facing a significant budget gap this year, and that’s before the ongoing financial challenge posed by the federal government shutdown. … more
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Council approves new cell tower lease
TOWER — The city council, after months of indecision, gave approval to a proposal from American Tower for a 50-year lease renewal for a cell tower on the city’s north side. That agreement … more
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Council reacts to feared exodus of police officers
BABBITT—Troy Bissonette, the current police chief here, is a finalist for an officer position in nearby Ely, with rumors swirling that multiple other officers may follow him out the door. The … more
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Ely Tourism Bureau warns city over lodging tax distribution
ELY —The Ely Area Tourism Bureau is asking the city council to slow down proposed changes to how lodging tax dollars are distributed, warning that hasty decisions could undermine the local … more
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MPUC approves sale of Minnesota Power
REGIONAL—The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission voted unanimously last Friday to approve the $6.2 billion sale of ALLETE, the parent company of Minnesota Power, to a pair of private … more
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Bystanders rescue man from burning car on Echo Trail
ELY — Quick-thinking bystanders are being credited with saving a man’s life after a single-vehicle rollover crash Friday afternoon along the Echo Trail near Ely. The St. Louis County … more
Manufacturing holds steady in shifting regional economy
REGIONAL — Manufacturing may no longer play the large role in northeast Minnesota’s economy that it once did, but it remains a pillar of good wages, steady work, and quiet reinvention … more
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