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Northland students call for change at the top
Fletcher Thomas started crying when he heard the news earlier this month that Northland College was going to remain open. The graduating senior who studied outdoor education didn’t know why he was crying. Thomas was relieved Northland will to operate, but was frustrated at the same time. On May 1, Northland announced it will cut its course options down from 29 majors to eight, and in doing so eliminate some...
Pet of the week
Meet Amy Rose. When she first arrived, she was quite shy and lacked socialization. However, she has truly blossomed since then, eagerly interacting with all the animals and people she encounters every day. Amy Rose is highly motivated by treats and is making remarkable progress in her learning journey. She longs for a loving home as she feels quite lonely spending her nights alone. She needs a family who is willing to work with her and help her build confidence. Amy Rose is searching for a leader who can guide her. While she may be a bit overwhelming for some dogs, she would thrive in a home with confident kids over the age of 13. Pet of the Week highlights an animal available at the Chequamegon Humane Association. To learn more about CHA or view other pets available, visit chaadopt.org.
A new life for Ondossagon School
Built in 1917, the Ondossagon School in Barksdale has a long and rich history in the region. The school, located off Highway 13 on East Ondossagon Road in Barksdale, had a strong reputation making a difference in the lives of thousands of area residents. It closed in 1990 with students divided between Drummond, Ashland and Washburn School Districts. Since those glory days, the facility has remained standing, but fallen into...
Trail by Trail: Ely, Keweenaw, Cable
Ely, Minn.- The Prospector Alliance Loop ATV Club has announced their ride schedule for the year. All rides will be guided and some will be fundraisers that include lunch and a raffle. Rides will start in Ely but with construction planned for later this summer, the starting point may move. The first ride will be June 15, for a loop including the Greg Mosher Putnam Lake Overlook. There will be another ride in September featuring the overlook that will be a combined memorial ride for Mosher and Dan Broten. For the full schedule click, here.
Northland Athletic Hall of Famer Olaf Kirsten named next women’s soccer coach
Northland Athletic Hall of Famer Olaf Kirsten named women’s soccer coach. Northland College has found their next women’s soccer coach. On Thursday they announced Northland Athletic Hall of Famer Olaf Kirsten will take over the role from Aaron Blanchard, who stepped down earlier this week. Kirsten was a...
Superior Native Emma Raye Named to Big Ten All-Freshman & All-Defensive Teams
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Superior native and current Northwestern catcher Emma Raye landed on two Big Ten teams on Wednesday afternoon. Raye was named to the All-Freshman team as well as the All-Defensive team. In 43 games played this season, she has 29 hits, 10 of which were home runs. Defensively, Raye...
Northland College Notes
The Northland College baseball team split its final day of the 2024 season in a May 5 home doubleheader against Martin Luther College winning 6-4 then falling 6-2 in Upper Midwest Athletic Conference play. Results April 30 Baseball: North Central 11, Northland 5 May 1 Baseball: UW-Stout 4, Northland 1 ...
New trail in Tripp Township tells story
The Evelyn Goldberg Briggs Memorial Library, in partnership with the Iron River Fish Hatchery, has installed a story trail on the .57 Bobcat trail that is located about a quarter mile south of the intersection of Fairview and Weidenaar roads in Tripp Township of Bayfield County. The Bobcat trail can be used year-round by walkers, snowshoers and skiers. For the winter months, the Friends of the Iron River Fish Hatchery offer snowshoes free of charge to visitors. In the summer months, the trail does not...
Northland College student relieved after hearing that the college will remain open, but with restructuring
ASHLAND, Wis. - The Northland College board voted for the school to stay open, after being on the edge of closing because of financial troubles. The college has set a goal of 385 students for the upcoming academic year, which is down from around 440 this academic year. Madie Linka...
Northland College’s women’s soccer & women’s basketball coaches step down
In the wake of learning of Northland College’s uncertain future, two head coaches have stepped down. Aaron Blanchard is leaving his post as Northland’s head women’s soccer coach, while Ben Kluzak resigned as their head women’s basketball coach. Kluzak took over the program in 2023. Former...
March for Northland recruits continues
With strategic initiatives now underway to restore Northland College’s financial footing and set a new academic direction, a lens may reasonably be pointed towards Northland LumberJills and LumberJacks athletic programs — many of which have struggled in recent years to climb up from the bottom of UMAC standings. The cost to offer sports at small colleges and universities appears clear and consistent, and it’s perhaps natural to view sports as an exceptional expense when an institution is struggling with finances. Overlooked, however, may be the...
Northwood baseball, softball teams put together big victories
MINONG — It was a good week of action for the Northwood/Solon Springs (NWSS) Evergreens in baseball and softball, with both squads picking up wins. NWSS 17, New Auburn 0In Lakeland East Conference baseball on April 30, the Evergreens had little trouble with New Auburn, pounding out a 17-0 win in Minong. The contest was a 5 inning game. NWSS built their lead in the bottom of the first three...
Northwood/Solon Springs softball tops New Auburn
MINONG — The Northwood/Solon Springs (NWSS) softball girls closed out the month of April with a nice win, topping New Auburn at Minong on Tuesday, April 30. NWSS put up 5 runs in the bottom of the first inning, then added 2 in the third, 2 in the fourth and 6 in the fifth for the win. Zoey Wilson pitched the win, going 2 innings, allowing 2 hits, 2 runs,...
Rolling to the start
Now in its 60th season ABC Raceway, under the direction of the Ashland-Bayfield County Racing Association, will fire up again on May 18. With contributions from board member and race announcer Nick Gima, look for weekly results and upcoming race information in the Ashland Daily Press. Photos will be contributed whenever possible by Ashland’s Jason Van Horn, a 2021 AHS graduate who is a digital content producer with expertise in race photography. Fans are also encouraged to submit their own photos with permission to use to Paul Barnes at pressnews@ashlanddailypress.net. Photos used will be credited to the photographer, and may...
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