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State regulators under fire for failure to act against polluting company: 'Took a surprise inspection … to bring to light something we have known for years'
Minnesota's Pollution Control Agency promises to "strive for clean air and water, sustainable lands, a better climate, and a thriving economy." But environmental groups are saying the agency's actions suggest otherwise. What's happening?. The Minnesota Reformer reported that the EPA conducted a surprise inspection of the Smith Foundry in Minneapolis...
Gov. Tim Walz after White House meeting says President Biden is "fit for office," and has his support
WASHINGTON — After a meeting at the White House Wednesday, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said President Biden is "fit for office" even as some fellow Democrats called for him to withdraw from the race amid concerns about his poor debate performance.Walz, chair of the Democratic Governors Association, joined several of his Democratic colleagues leading states across the country — some in-person, some virtually — to speak with the president directly. He and Govs. Wes Moore of Maryland and Kathy Hochul of New York addressed reporters following their discussion and pledged their support."He has had our backs through COVID, through all...
Klobuchar tours flood damage in Biwabik, Cook
Sen. Amy Klobuchar joined with local officials in Biwabik and Cook Wednesday afternoon to view flood damage and receive an update on the recovery efforts. Those assembled in Biwabik also discussed work to repair a section of the Mesabi Trail damaged by floodwaters that left a 20 foot deep ravine exposing natural gas lines and sewer pipes. In Cook, she said it was devastating to see the flood damage to so many businesses including Montana Cafe and the movie theater as well as the library in the heart of Cook. “The standing water downtown was so high it reached the nose of the moose in this picture. We must help this community rebuild.’’
Completed Chisholm Public Safety Building feted
CHISHOLM—There was an outpouring of appreciation and thanks at a dedication ceremony held Tuesday for the new Chisholm Public Safety Building. A spirit of collaboration involving the City of Chisholm staff and elected officials, Federal government, Minnesota Legislature, and Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) brought the project, identified as a need in the community for decades, to its fruition. “It happened,” former Chisholm Mayor John Champa could be...
Sterling Dance Presents Begin Again: 30th Anniversary Dance Concert
Dancers collectively let out a sigh when the weather held Saturday, June 29th and Sunday, June 30th for Sterling’s outdoor dance concert at the Two Harbors Bandshell. Featuring a variety of dance styles, including tap, ballet, jazz, and contemporary, as well as choreography by various artists, the concerts were a fun sampling of what Sterling dancers have learned in the past year.
Sheriff: 2 Pounds of Suspected Methamphetamine Found in Vehicle
PINE RIVER (WJON News) -- Sheriff's deputies discovered a large amount of suspected methamphetamine during a traffic stop. The Cass County Sheriff says on Wednesday investigators conducted a traffic stop on Highway 371 in rural Pine River. A police dog was used to search the vehicle. They say about two...
Cloquet Track & Field Standout Kendra Kelley Transfers to University of Minnesota
CLOQUET, Minn.- Over a month ago, Cloquet native and NDSU track and field standout Kendra Kelley announced she was entering the transfer portal. Now, it appears she’s found her next team. Late Tuesday, Kelley announced on her own Twitter page that she is transferring to the University of Minnesota.
Cousins ride 1,450 miles to honor Dr. Schindler
By Rachel Campbell newsroom@austindailyherald.com When paying tribute to a late family member, all things are possible. Britta Swanson and her cousin Karina recently embarked on a three-week cycling journey through seven states and one Canadian province in the memory of their grandfather Dr. Richard Schindler. The 1,450-mile trek began in Duluth and it ended in […] The post Cousins ride 1,450 miles to honor Dr. Schindler appeared first on Austin Daily Herald.
Baseball: Rice Lake's Juza, Rohde pitching this summer for the Duluth Huskies
Rice Lake graduates Isaac Rohde and Matt Juza found themselves sitting in opposing dugouts playing in the Northwoods League last summer. It only seemed right for the former Warriors to team up again. Juza, a 2022 Rice Lake High School grad, and Rohde, a 2019 alum, played one season of high school baseball together and have also played for the Haugen Hornets during the summer. This year during the dog days of summer they are playing for the Duluth Huskies. ...
Pets of the Week: Paris and Ruthie
Meet Paris and Ruthie, two best friends looking for a loving home together! Both have been at Animal Allies Humane Society since June 12th and are 13 years old. These calm and laid-back ladies are incredibly sweet and affectionate. The moment they see visitors, they start purring and making biscuits. As the sweetest golden girls, they are ready for a loving retirement home filled with gentle pets and comfy blankets to lounge on.
Sault Ste. Marie I-500 Snowmobile Facility Gets $250,000 State Grant
$250,000 from Michigan’s 2025 budget will be going to enhancing the Soo International-500 Snowmobile Racetrack by way of a community enhancement grant. The Sault Ste. Marie Convention & Visitors Bureau is proud of the efforts made by our state government in Lansing, and particularly Senator John Damoose. The funding...
Meet the Hayward ‘bog pushers’
Early this summer, a 200-ton peat bog sprouting mature, 40-foot Tamarack pine trees was blocking a waterway in the Lake Chippewa Flowage in northern Wisconsin. The bog — inaccurately known as an island — was lodged near a bridge, effectively splitting the 15,300 acre lake in two. If the bog remains in place, boats can’t cross from one side of the bridge to the other. It had to be moved.
North Shore Lumber Opens with Competitive Prices and Quality Commitment
My husband and I are embarking on the next phase of the construction on our property. This means spending a lot of money on supplies and also spending a lot of money on gas to go back and forth to Duluth. That’s a 2-hour ride in the truck and, sometimes, it’s for something small that has halted the big project. It’s frustrating to take a huge chunk out of the day to retrieve the supplies you need to keep moving forward.
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