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Time is in God's hands
There is a story about an elderly British couple who had never flown before, but had decided to visit their children in New York and see their grandchildren for the first time. They booked tickets for a charter flight and eventually boarded a three engine Lockheed TriStar to make the trip across the Atlantic. They were about halfway over the ocean when the pilot’s voice came over the intercom: “Ladies and gentlemen, this is your captain speaking. I feel I ought to let you know that one of our three engines has failed. There is, of course, no need for...
Hosta drive provides greenery for public parks in Chisholm
CHISHOLM—A local group is taking an innovative approach to beautify public parks while saving the city and its taxpayers some money. The Chisholm Strong Towns committee is accepting donations of Hostas from now until June 1 at the Chisholm Public Library. Spring is a time when gardeners often thin out their hostas, making it an opportune time to call for donations. ...
Bear hunt applications are due May 3
ST. PAUL — Prospective bear hunters have until Friday, May 3 to apply for a bear hunting license from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, according to a press release from the DNR. Applications for the 2024 season can be submitted online, at any license agent or by telephone at 888-665-4236. A total of 4,030 licenses are available in 15 quota areas where licenses are limited for the 2024 season, which opens Sunday, Sept. 1, and closes Sunday, Oct. 13, according to the DNR. Licenses...
House passes Stauber’s legislation to overturn Biden’s mining withdrawal in SNF
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Republican Congressman Pete Stauber’s Superior National Forest Restoration Act passed the House of Representatives Tuesday. The legislation will overturn the Biden Administration’s mineral withdrawal of 225,000 acres in the Superior National Forest, restore long-held mineral leases, and ensure timely reviews of Mine Plans of Operation. “Today’s House passage of my Superior National Forest Restoration Act is great news for our state and nation. Instead of flat-out rejecting any mining...
Father and daughter of Angora bringing awareness on strokes
ANGORA—Strokes happen every 40 seconds and every year nearly 800,000 people in the United States have a stroke. And every 3 minutes someone in the United States dies of a stroke. Carl Antus of Angora near Cook is a stroke survivor, and his daughter Carly Antus Wilk is his advocate and both work tirelessly, Antus on his therapy and Wilk on encouraging and educating her father. Their latest venture is the annual Strides for Stroke event at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 18, in Duluth. ...
12U girls team wins gold in Lake Placid
Playing in a historic city, the Minnesota Miners 12U girls hockey team made some history of their own recently. The squad, made up of Rock Ridge hockey players, played in the boys’ Pee Wee event at the CanAm Challenge Cup in Lake Placid, N.Y., and won gold. “It was a pretty neat thing to happen,’’ said Jeff Hunt, who organized the trip, along with Brandon Wudinich. ...
Spring art show celebrates Bluestreak art stars
CHISHOLM—An evening shining a star on the talents of all areas of Bluestreak art is being held at Chisholm High School. The spring art show is from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 8 with displays throughout the lower level of the school. A spring concert featuring the Chisholm High School Band follows at 7 p.m. in the historic Chisholm High School Auditorium. Displays include a variety of art projects,...
Precious Paws Pet of the Week
Meet Otis and Milo! These two are nine-month-old male Flame Point Siamese kittens. They are a bonded pair. Milo is outgoing and loves cuddles and pets. Otis is very shy and takes a long time to warm-up. They both get along with other cats and have been around dogs. They are both neutered, microchipped, and vaccinated. For more information contact Precious Paws Humane Society at 218-254-3300.
Highway 169 Chisholm to Mountain Iron construction meeting being held in Virginia
DULUTH—Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) staff is holding an informational meeting about construction occurring on Highway 169 between Chisholm and Mountain Iron at 5 p.m. Tuesday, May 7, at the MnDot Headquarters at 101 North Hoover Road in Virginia, MnDOT announced in a news release last week. Work includes pavement resurfacing, bridge work, and other improvements. Initial bridge repair work will start on April 29 on both bridges over Mineral...
CHS STAFF AND STUDENTS OF THE WEEK
Abigail Nelson was nominated by Mr. Cerar: “I’ve been really impressed with Abigail’s work recently. She takes time to really explain herself on test responses—I look forward to reading hers as I’m grading them. What a bright kid!” Ella Hays- Nominated by Mrs. Helmer: “Ella has worked really hard in the last couple of weeks to reach her goal and work on her strategy in Check and Connect. I’m proud of Ella for being willing to work hard on her own and showing responsibility. Keep...
Community Calendar
Orthodox Easter celebration and banquet set CHISHOLM – Orthodox Christian Easter Celebration (PASCHA) is scheduled for Sunday, May 5, at St. Basil of Ostrog Serbian Orthodox Church, 543 Southwest Sixth St. in Chisholm. Easter Service is at 10 a.m. with a festive banquet following in the big hall. Everyone is welcome! Burger bash benefit for...
ALS sets Barn Quilt Trails presentations
The Arrowhead Library System will be hosting A Road Trip Around Minnesota: Barn Quilt Trails with Jay Grammond, a free program being offered next month at the following locations: Tuesday, May 7, 11 a.m. Ely Public Library Tuesday, May 7, 3 p.m. Cook Public Library Wednesday, May 8, 3:30 p.m. Bovey Public Library ...
Vikings sweep Norse in MCAC North doubleheader
VIRGINIA—The Minnesota North-Mesabi Range baseball team fell behind early and couldn’t keep up Tuesday in both games of a doubleheader with Minnesota North-Itasca as they fell 22-2 and 10-0. In the opening loss, Will Bittmann got the start on the mound and was chased out of the game without recording an out. The sophomore gave up 10 runs (nine earned) on six hits and a walk in the top of the first inning. ...
Olson, Henke win Victory 5K races
Olson, Henke win Victory 5K races HIBBING—Ryan Olson of Hibbing won the Men’s Division of the Victory 5K held Saturday. Olson won with a time of 17:28.2. Placing second was David Fedor of Virginia in 18:47.6; Dan Scally of Hibbing 18:48.3; Joey Gabardi of Hibbing 19:48.2; Aaron Reini of Hibbing 20:19.1; Jason Slattery of Virginia...
Despite cost challenges, Lake Country Power holds the line
In spite of rising costs for electrical distribution materials, Lake Country Power is not adjusting its electricity rates to the rural cooperative’s members in 2024. That’s the message Lake Country Power General Manager Mark Bakk delivered to members of the cooperative at its annual meeting. Bakk said that although material costs have stabilized, costs remain 70 percent higher than pre-pandemic levels. ...
Golden Gloves card is set for Saturday
HIBBING—This is the one time the Iron Range Boxing team gets their time to shine. That’s because seven boxers get the chance to show their wares at home when the Range Golden Gloves Homecoming show will be held at the Hibbing Memorial Arena Saturday, beginning with the first bell at 4 p.m. The doors open at 3 p.m. Iron Range Boxing coach AJ Grove said the team has to travel...
Guns and Hoses softball game supports Boys & Girls Club of Hibbing
HIBBING—Members of the Hibbing Police Department are squaring off with members of the Hibbing Fire Department in a friendly game of softball to benefit kids in the community. A Guns and Hoses softball game is set for noon Sunday, May 5, at Cheever Field in Hibbing. Proceeds stay local and benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Hibbing. The event starts at noon with a meet and greet with Hibbing...
Biggest one-day walleye tournament in the state ahead at Lake Vermilion
Steve Krasaway is anxiously looking forward to what he calls the best fishing weekend of the year. The City Auto Glass Walleye Classic fishing tournament Saturday, May 18, on Lake Vermilion, brings together 125 boats with some of the best pairs of anglers in the state and beyond while also benefiting Minnesota students. “The tournament is my favorite weekend of the year,” Krasaway said.“This is a very well run walleye...
Wolverine boys, girls second at Greyhound Invite
DULUTH—The Rock Ridge boys and girls’ track and field teams both finished second on Friday at the Greyhound Invitational held at Duluth East. The Greyhounds won both the boys’ and girls’ events with 190.5 and 241.5 points respectively. The Rock Ridge boys were second with 165.5 while the Wolverine girls were second with 129 points. The Wolverine boys took home first place finishes in seven events on the day, with...
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