BUSINESS

WTIP Community Radio Announces Transition to New Leadership

November 4, 2026 - Grand Marais, Minn. Cook County Community Radio (“WTIP”) today announced a transition to new leadership at the station, with Katie...

A Vision, a Journey, and a Return to the North Shore

Many people wonder: What’s in the place that used to be The Well in Beaver Bay, and what does it even mean?  Now known as...

Arson and Fraud Case Will Proceed to Trial Against Embattled Lutsen Resort Owner 

LUTSEN – Monday was another noteworthy day for Bryce Campbell.  Campbell, the owner of Lutsen Resort, is accused of burning down the lodge in February...

Minnesota Power Files 17.8% Rate Increase Request With Public Utilities Commission

Minnesota Power filed a request with the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (MPUC) seeking approval for a $134 million increase in revenue net of riders...

Small Business Disaster Recovery Center Opened October 28th at Cook County Community Center

October 26, 2026 - Small Businesses and eligible nonprofit organizations affected by this summer’s wildfire smoke and evacuations may have access to federal financial...

Lake County Historical Society Announces Search for New Executive Director

LCHS seeks a new leader to guide its historic properties, preserve local heritage, and connect the community with Lake County’s history.  TWO HARBORS, Minn. —...

BWCAW closure cost Ely and Grand Marais $9 million, report finds

In July this year, wildfires in the Arrowhead burned over 70,000 acres of our boreal forests, blanketing the region in smoke. The U.S. Forest...

City of Two Harbors Approves Development Agreement for Proposed Pulsar Rare Gas Hub

TWO HARBORS, Minn. — The Two Harbors City Council has approved a purchase and development agreement with Pulsar Helium MN, Inc., establishing the framework...

Hauschild’s Northland Healthcare Forum Welcomes Conversation in Silver Bay

Minnesota Senate candidate and incumbent Grant Hauschild’s tour on healthcare in Northern Minnesota had a stop in Silver Bay, where a small group of...

Castle Danger Brewery Celebrates the Hop Harvest at Fresh Hop Fest October 17th

Three taproom-only Fresh Hop beers, live music, local vendors, and fall fun for all ages Castle Danger Brewery will celebrate the hop harvest with Fresh...

LOCAL NEWS

The 2024-2025 Street Project continued to wind toward its conclusion with the Council’s passage last week of the related assessments. These assessments are taken...