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Just in time for holiday shopping season, a police department in Minnesota is warning locals about an event scam that was reported in the area just a few days ago! I have even heard instances of this happening in Duluth as well. The Floodwood Police Department took to Facebook earlier...

A devastating fire in Cloquet has left several residents temporarily displaced. Firefighters battled the blaze for three hours, with the attic being the main area affected. No injuries were reported, and one cat was rescued. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Add this one to the concert calendar! Clint Black is taking his show on the road in 2024, which includes a stop at Black Bear Casino Resort in Carlton. The show will take place in April. The tour is special, as it is part of the 35th anniversary of Killin'...

In a highly anticipated matchup between Cloquet and Esko girl’s basketball, the Lumberjacks come out on top 55-44. The night was full of both teams trading baskets, as there was a stretch in the first half where Cloquet’s Lauren Hughes and Esko’s Hannah Swanson traded baskets on four straight posessions.

Cotton, MN, serves as an idyllic point of entry to the Mesabi Trail, a celebrated cycling route that carves through the verdant wilderness of northern Minnesota. This expansive 135-mile pathway is a haven for bikers, hikers, and nature aficionados, offering sweeping views of the state's natural grandeur while narrating a story rich in local history. As the trail weaves through varying landscapes, from rolling hills to tranquil plateaus, it reveals the legacies of mining and logging that have sculpted the region. Cotton stands as a quaint respite for those journeying along the trail, which is foreseen to be one of the longest paved routes in the nation upon its completion.

The Cloquet-Esko-Carlton Lumberjacks claimed a single-goal win in a game against the Hibbing/Chisholm Bluejackets on Tuesday. The team won 4-3 at Cloquet Area Recreation Center. The Lumberjacks play Bloomington Jefferson away on Saturday at 3 p.m. CST at Bloomington Ice Garden. The Bluejackets will face Faribault at home on Friday...

CLOQUET, Minn. –The days are numbered for the current Minnesota State Flag, that’s been in place since 1957. The state flag committee has narrowed the choice for a new State Flag to six designs from the more than 26 hundred designs submitted. One of the finalists was designed...

CLOQUET, MN. (Northern News Now) - Residents have been displaced after a fire engulfed their attic over the weekend. At around 6 p.m. on Sunday, the Cloquet Area Fire District responded to a house fire at 729 Larch Street in Cloquet. According to officials, when responders arrived the attic was...

Nestled within Minnesota's renowned Mesabi Iron Range, the town of Culver stands as a living testament to the iron mining era that forged the backbone of American industry. Established in the bloom of the early 20th century, Culver was once the heartbeat of a vast iron ore belt that not only fueled the nation's steel production but also played a critical role in supporting the Allied forces during World War II. The town's genesis is rooted in geological history spanning over two billion years, with its soil bearing the iron-rich sediments that eventually drove its economic boom.

Caribou Coffee will be opening a new cabin location on December 4, 2023 in Hermantown. The cabin will be located at 5112 Miller Trunk Highway, Hermantown, MN. Caribou will also hold a grand opening event on December 8, 2023. A release from Caribou stated, “for every visit during grand opening...

Alborn, Minnesota, is a tranquil haven for wildlife enthusiasts, where the daily sightings of white-tailed deer, sly foxes, and a diverse array of bird species create a living tapestry of nature at its finest. The town's residents enjoy a unique closeness to these creatures, observing them amidst their natural behaviors right in their own backyards. This proximity to wildlife turns Alborn into a cherished spot for those who find solace in the serenity of nature.

Photo from Unsplash and unrelated to the city. For most people, it is a constant necessity of life to manage gas prices. The national average price for a gallon of regular-grade gas on Wednesday is $3.246, a week ago the price is $3.281 , according to AAA.

This week in Cloquet, Minnesota, there were three notable incidents. A 64-year-old man suffered serious burns when a fire broke out in his garage. Another incident involved a fatal car crash, where a Cloquet man pleaded guilty to criminal vehicular homicide charges. Lastly, a dog was attacked by three wolves along the Cloquet Line, but is expected to recover from minor injuries.

WDIO first met Jen Rogers at her Cloquet home four years ago. Now the ovarian cancer survivor has been cancer-free for four years. “I go get checked at the Mayo. But overall, we’re thriving over here,” she told us. Her 9-year-old twins, Zac and Kensley, keep her...

In prep boys hockey action on Tuesday Grand Rapids and Cloquet-Esko-Carlton (CEC) earned close section wins. In Duluth, Grand Rapids held off Duluth East 2-1 in overtime. It was a battle between two top-notch Section 7AA teams, with the Greyhounds finishing section runners-up last season, and the Thunderhawks finishing as runners-up all three years prior (2020-2022).

If you're looking for the ultimate Bentleyville experience, you should make a stop at this Twin Ports restaurant for a special treat before touring the lights at Bayfront Park.

ESKO, Minn.- The Esko boys basketball team has remained one of the best teams in the Polar League over the last decade. However, they haven’t qualified for the state tournament since 2019. In each of the last two seasons, Esko has posted 25 wins, including a perfect record against...

East Rutherford, NJ — Ten top 2-year-old filly trotters crowded the two-turn battle of the $428,000 Goldsmith Maid on Saturday night (Nov. 25) at the Meadowlands, with Pizzelle delivering a mild upset. Andrew McCarthy drove the daughter of Walner to victory in 1:54. Pizzelle did not get a call...

East Rutherford, NJ — Karl completed his 2-year-old season in high style on Saturday night (Nov. 25), capturing the $432,000 Valley Victory final at the Meadowlands in handy fashion. With Yannick Gingras in the bike, the Nancy Takter-trained son of Tactical Landing completed the mile in 1:52.1 and scored his ninth win in 10 career starts.

Across the rugged landscapes of the Wild West, nestled within southern Nevada's Eldorado Canyon, lies the legend of a ghost town that has captured the hearts of locals and visitors alike. The spectral remnants of Techatticup Mine, once the stage for gunfights and lawlessness, are whispered to be the heart of this lost settlement. It's a narrative deeply rooted in the rich tapestry of history and lore, where once miners and outlaws coexisted amidst the chaos of the gold rush era.