Sports - The Timberjay

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 … more

7/12/23

Tower-Soudan Fourth of July children’s races winners

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 … more

7/12/23

Lonnie’s three sons, Davis, Josh, and Justin stand with their mother Ann at the dedication to Lonnie, who died last year.

Lamppa’s jersey retired at Soudan ceremony

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 … more

Jodi Summit | 6/30/23

Singer Debbie Prutsman belts out a tune from the musical, “Hello Dolly.”

Midsummer a salute to southern Slavic culture

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 … more

Jodi Summit | 6/21/23

The much-reduced Pike River, south of Tower, is showing signs of the drought.

Rainy River watershed now in drought watch status

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 … more

Marshall Helmberger | 6/21/23

Just keep walkin’...

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 … more

Jodi Summit | 6/21/23

Local golfers participate in the state meet

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 … more

David Colburn | 6/21/23

Budget-friendly ways to freshen your home’s exterior

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 … more

6/16/23

Quick and easy ways to give your kitchen a new look

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 … more

6/15/23

A screen porch can be the perfect sanctuary in a very buggy summer.

A bug-free hideaway

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, … more

6/14/23

Heat pump units located on an outside wall

Making sense of heat pumps into home renovation

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 … more

Marshall Helmberger | 6/14/23

Container gardening a good option with limited space e

Gardening is a rewarding hobby that has been linked to health benefits like reduced stress and improved mental well-being. Gardening also can lead to an inviting home landscape full of attractive … more

6/14/23

Five patio projects to enhance your summertime

Warm weather paves the way to more opportunities to enjoy fresh air. For homeowners who have the luxury of outdoor spaces, including private patios, now is the time to start thinking about projects … more

6/14/23

Small renovations that can make a big impact

Home renovations provide a host of benefits. Such projects can increase resale value and improve on the safety, aesthetics and functionality of a home. Some homeowners may employ the mantra “go … more

6/14/23

Ely’s Kaylin Visser winds for her state-qualifying discus throw at the Section 7A track meet held June. 1

Ely’s Visser makes state in the discus

DULUTH - Eighth-grader Kaylin Visser continued to dominate the discus with yet another personal record throw to take first at the Section 7A track sectional meet on June 1. Her throw, of 105’ … more

Rachel Brophy | 6/7/23

David Boswell (front) and Romney Olson kick up spray as they paddle during one stage of the Nett Lake Triathlon.

Triathletes few but mighty at Nett Lake

NETT LAKE- The Hawaii Ironman Triathlon is considered to be one of the world’s utmost tests of physical fitness and endurance with its 1.2 mile ocean swim, 56-mile bike route, and 13.1-mile … more

David Colburn | 6/7/23

Ely’s Coughlin sisters named all-conference

ELY— Sisters Rachel and Kate Coughlin both won all-conference honors for the just-completed Section 7A softball season. The sisters, both seniors, led the Timberwolves in a whole host of … more

Marshall Helmberger | 6/7/23

Ely freshman standout Jack Davies slides safely into second with a stolen base.

WOLVES, SO CLOSE

EVELETH—Ely’s baseball season ended on a heartbreaker Tuesday. Down 5-3 against top-seeded South Ridge, the Wolves were unable to score after loading the bases with nobody out in the top … more

David Colburn | 6/7/23

North Woods golfers Eli Smith and Tori Olson.

Smith, Olson heading to state tourney

FIELD TWP- North Woods golfers Tori Olson and Eli Smith are headed to the state tournament after turning in strong performances at the 7A sectional tournament in Virginia last week. Junior Olson was … more

David Colburn | 5/31/23

Ely first baseman Erron Anderson waits for the throw on a first base pick-off of a Carlton runner on Tuesday.

WOLVES ADVANCE

ELY— A slow start didn’t keep the fourth-seeded Timberwolves from notching back-to-back wins here on Tuesday to advance in the Section 7A baseball tournament. “It took a while to … more

Marshall Helmberger | 5/31/23

Talen Jarshaw dives safely back to first base on a pickoff play.

Grizzlies ousted from playoffs on 8-2 loss

CHERRY- The North Woods baseball team had the higher seed, but Cook County had the upper hand in Tuesday’s opening round game of the Section 7A tournament, bouncing the Grizzlies out of the … more

David Colburn | 5/31/23

North Woods drops two, bows out of playoffs

REGIONAL- After picking up an opening round 3-1 home win against Cromwell-Wright in the Section 7A softball tournament last week, the eighth-seeded North Woods Grizzlies faced off last Thursday … more

David Colburn | 5/31/23

Louie Panichi during a windup for a pitch.

Panichi throws one-hitter in Deer River win

FIELD TWP- North Woods lefty hurler Louie Panichi was almost perfect Monday, giving up only a seventh-inning single and allowing only one baserunner in the Grizzlies’ 7-0 home win over Deer … more

David Colburn | 5/24/23

Grizzlies’ third baseman Helen Koch eyes first as she fielded a hot grounder during playoff competition on Tuesday.

GRIZZLIES MOVE ON

FIELD TWP- In a duel between two hot pitchers, North Woods hurler Evelyn Brodeen got the support she needed from her teammates to come out on top 3-1 against Cromwell in first-round sectional tourney … more

David Colburn | 5/24/23

Grizzlies’ Olson takes second at latest meet

COOK- For North Woods girls golfer Tori Olson, the word home could refer to a couple of things in her life on the links. Home could be the Vermilion Fairways course in Cook, or it could also be a … more

David Colburn | 5/24/23