Local How to spot a job scam How to spot a job scam The online job market has become a hunting ground for scammers who prey on hopeful job seekers. 10 signs you’re dealing with a fake job offer. Glitches tank launch of DNR fishing licensing app—again Glitches tank launch of DNR fishing licensing app—again More pricey bungling in Minnesota’s mismanaged state government … just ahead of fishing opener. Area clubs volunteer to support region’s ATV, snowmobile trails Area clubs volunteer to support region’s ATV, snowmobile trails ATV riders contributed an estimated $36.1 million in economic activity to the NE Minnesota region. Greenwood: There’s light at the end of tunnel on financials Greenwood: There’s light at the end of tunnel on financials Board selects new treasurer as its first hire following the passage of Option B by voters last month. Also: echoes of past (and recent past) controversies. 21 jobs that will vanish by 2030 21 jobs that will vanish by 2030 If you work in one of these fields, what can you do now to future-proof your career so you’re not left behind in 2030? VOTE local! VOTE local! We hear about the national political scene ad-nauseam. But here’s the real truth: National elections may shake the world, but local elections shake our schools, communities, and homes. Smith unveils anti-mining bill Smith unveils anti-mining bill By Tom Coombe, Ely Echo – April 11, 2025. Legislation would make moratorium permanent, banning mining near the BWCAW—and the good paying union jobs with it. Fired prof sues ‘tyrannical’ Walz over COVID vax mandate Fired prof sues ‘tyrannical’ Walz over COVID vax mandate Stewart taught at Duluth-based Lake Superior College for three decades— and was fired just 6 weeks before mandate was lifted. Hwy 53 Eveleth construction begins on April 17 Hwy 53 Eveleth construction begins on April 17 The bridges over Hwy 37 will be demolished between April 18 and 21, and Hwy 37 will be closed at Hwy 53 during that time. 4-H workshops build communication skills 4-H workshops build communication skills 4-H Building Leadership and Understanding (BLU) is for youth in grades 6 and up. SLC Public Health and Human Services releases 2024 Community Impact Report SLC Public Health and Human Services releases 2024 Community Impact Report The report shares stories, statistics, and insights that highlight the work. Superior National Forest to begin prescribed fires Superior National Forest to begin prescribed fires Prescribed fires help reduce overgrown vegetation to protect local communities, infrastructure, and natural resources from wildfires. DFLers want to end fine for passing stopped school buses DFLers want to end fine for passing stopped school buses Another Democrat anti-cop measure that will also endanger children. St. Louis County added to emerald ash borer quarantine St. Louis County added to emerald ash borer quarantine Emerald ash borer (EAB) is a serious invasive tree pest. MnDNR now taking reservations for state park summer tours MnDNR now taking reservations for state park summer tours Three of Minnesota’s state parks offer guided tours. Going to Bartalina Going to Bartalina Songs and stories of commercial sailing on the Great Lakes with folksinger Charlie Maguire. County's Family Services Collaborative launches regional resource centers County’s Family Services Collaborative launches regional resource centers Expansion to connect families to the right services at the right time. Guard training keeps airmen in the fight Guard training keeps airmen in the fight ‘Education is critical for training in extreme conditions,’ said Master Sergeant Alex Caturia, an aerospace medical specialist assigned to the 148th Fighter Wing. Lake Vermilion Cultural Center hosts entertaining opera Lake Vermilion Cultural Center hosts entertaining opera On April 16th beginning at 7:14 pm. Yes, it really does start at 7:14 p.m.! Sen. Robert Farnsworth elected chair of IRRR Board Sen. Robert Farnsworth elected chair of IRRR Board Represents District 7 and has been a member of the board since 2023. Cliffs: ‘Tariffs have nothing to do with this decision’ Cliffs: ‘Tariffs have nothing to do with this decision’ MPR: Sen Grant Hauschild, DFL-Hermantown, leaked the news to the media ‘before the workers were …’ Greenwood residents double Board-recommended levy Greenwood residents double Board-recommended levy Bradach, Thompson, Option B win by huge margins. Breitung focuses on road projects with levy increase Breitung focuses on road projects with levy increase Outgoing chair Tim Tomsich served since 1980. Girl Scouts sued: Heavy metals, pesticides found in cookies Girl Scouts sued: Heavy metals, pesticides found in cookies The lawsuit alleges that the organization misled consumers by failing to disclose toxins.
