NASHWAUK, Minn. (KJBR/Gray News) - A woman is accused of trying to vote early twice in the upcoming election. Danielle Miller faces three felony counts, including casting an illegal vote in Minnesota. According to court documents, the Itasca County auditor contacted the sheriff’s office on Oct. 9 regarding possible voter...

(Duluth, MN) -- Trick or treating in parts of Minnesota could be complicated by this year's first big snowfall. A Winter Storm Watch is in effect for parts of northeast Minnesota tomorrow, including Lake, Aitkin, St. Louis and Pine counties. Forecasters say those areas could get up to six inches of snow by tomorrow afternoon. Other parts of Minnesota should expect to get rain possibly mixed with some snow as temperatures drop tomorrow evening.

We are just two days away from Halloween. But a couple in Hibbing have been setting up their spooky decor since August. “We’re never really done,” explained Shawn Cameron. “We’re always tweaking things.”. He and his wife Cathy Isaacson just love Halloween. And it shows. For...

With Veterans Day coming up, the St. Louis County Board and Veterans Service Office are encouraging residents and businesses to shine a green light as a show of support for people who serve or have served in our nation’s military. Whether it be a single green light bulb or a string of green lights, people are asked to display them November 4-11, the week leading up to Veterans Day. The St. Louis County has passed a proclamation, joining the National Association of Counties (NACo) and...

VIRGINIA—The Rock Ridge School Board approved a resolution proposing the removal of board member Pollyann Sorcan from the School Board Monday following a nearly two-hour closed session. The 4-3 vote came after a comprehensive investigation against Sorcan by an independent investigator and attorney, according to the resolution. Board member Brandi Lautigar made the motion regarding the removal and was supported by Tim Riordan, John Uhan and Chair Billy Addy. Board...

ST. ANN, Mo. – On Wednesday, St. Louis County over 104,000 people have already voted early at one of the 14 absentee voting locations. Despite long lines outside, the Board of Elections site in St. Ann moved voters along quickly. “I was expecting like maybe an hour,” said Shane...

Jason Meyer has been chosen as the new Director of St. Louis County’s Land & Minerals Department. Meyer has worked for St. Louis County since 1995, beginning as a Forestry Technician Trainee before being promoted to a variety of roles. He most recently served as the department’s Deputy Director.

HIBBING—It was Sept. 5, and Bevie Fink was getting ready to play in Hibbing High School volleyball match, when something unthinkable happened. Fink, who is a senior, came down on somebody else’s foot, twisting her foot and causing a sharp pain. Fink was transported to urgent care where X-rays revealed a broken fifth metatarsal, which ended her high-school career. ...

Arrowhead Transit is a transportation service for everyone. That’s an important message that Arrowhead Transit officials want the public to know. “My message is we want to let people know who we are and what services we offer,” Colette Hanson, Arrowhead Transit assistant director of Administration said. “It’s unbelievable how many people don’t know what we offer. It’s a public service that anyone can use.” ...

KEEWATIN — A local police chief faced with teens stealing political signs took an interesting approach to dealing with their mischief. In most instances, with little evidence to work with, political sign thieves go unpunished. But Keewatin Police Chief Chris Whitney said in this case they got lucky: The property owner had a Ring camera.

CHISHOLM—The Minnesota Department of Public Safety (MnDOT) is kicking off a study of the Highway 73 corridor with a meeting and opportunity for public feedback. A public meeting with a brief presentation of the study is set for 5 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12, at the Chisholm Senior Citizen Center, 319 West Lake St. in Chisholm. The Chisholm City Council, at its Oct. 23 meeting, scheduled a working session in conjunction with the public meeting. ...

NORTHERN MINNESOTA. (Northern News Now) - Applications are open for Iron Range nonprofits whose missions align with the United Way of Northeastern Minnesota. That United Way chapter serves the Iron Range, as well as Koochiching and Lake of the Woods Counties. Applications open Friday. More than 60 nonprofits were awarded...

The Marshall H. and Nellie Alworth Memorial Fund, which has awarded $57.8 million in scholarships to northern Minnesota students, begins its annual application period on Nov. 1, 2024. Applications for scholarships totaling $24,000 are due by Jan. 15, 2025. Since 1949, Alworth scholarships have been awarded to dedicated high school...

MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon praised local election officials in Itasca County after they flagged two absentee ballots for voter fraud, which led to a 50-year-old woman being criminally charged.According to the criminal complaint, the county sheriff's office spoke to the woman who admitted she filled out her deceased mother's absentee ballot and signed her mother's name on the envelope earlier this month. She said her mom was a staunch supporter of former President Donald Trump and intended to vote for him, but passed away before she could, the complaint said. Her mother died on Aug. 31...

Community Connect is an event designed for people experiencing homelessness or economic hardship. It serves as a one-stop-shop, providing a variety of free services for people who are struggling economically, and to help connect them with resources available from agencies and non-profits in the community. The next Community Connect event will be held on the Iron Range—on Wednesday, November 6, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Iron Trail Motors Event Center, 919 6th Street South in Virginia. ...

Deer River 41, Chisholm 0 DEER RIVER — The top-seeded Warriors flexed their muscle in their dismantling of Chisholm 41-0 in the Section 7A Semifinal game last Friday in Deer River. They advance to the 7A Championship this Friday in Cloquet with the win and will be playing at the freshly-renovated MCCU Stadium against No. 2 Mille Lacs. The Warriors offense, defense, and special teams were all effective last Friday...

Lyric Opera of the North is entering its 20th season. They’re kicking this off with a comedy double bill: featuring The Impresario composed by W. A. Mozart with a new script by Jeffrey Madison. Along with Circe on Superior by Peter Hilliard and Matt Boresi. This year they’re taking...

CHISHOLM—For the past two seasons, Olivia Pascuzzi has been a lone wolf at the State Class Cross Country Meet. This season, the Chisholm High School freshman won’t be on her own. That’s because Pascuzzi and sophomore Destiny Schmitz will both be making appearances at the State Class A Cross Country Meet, which begins a 2:30 p.m. at the Les Bolstad Golf Course in Minneapolis. ...

CHISHOLM—The Range Walk to End Alzheimer’s brought together local community members to raise money to support the Alzheimer’s Association classes and resources for local families, as well as advanced dementia research. The 294 walkers, donors and sponsors raised $67,400 at the Range walk, held September 29th at Minnesota Discovery Center in Chisholm. “We are so grateful to each of our walkers, volunteers and generous community sponsors this year,” Walk Manager...

BUHL—Residents of Buhl weighed in last week on options facing city leaders regarding the town’s 100-year-old water tower and new water infrastructure. At a public input session last Monday, residents were provided a brief rundown of the options to install a new water tower, or refurbish the existing one, before opening the floor to public comment. Residents will have another opportunity to weigh in at a second public input session is scheduled for 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28, at the Buhl-Kinney Senior Citizen Center. ...