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High School, Sports

Grand Rapids/Greenway Girls Lacrosse Earns 1st Win On The Road in Duluth

Grand Rapids/Greenway (1-2) will next host Anoka on Saturday in their home opener.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Grand Rapids/Greenway girls lacrosse team picked up their first win of the season on Thursday, defeating Duluth 16 to 5. The Lightning would lead 5-3 after the first quarter. Grand Rapids/Greenway (1-2) will next host Anoka on Saturday in their home opener. Meanwhile, Duluth (1-1) is set to host St. Paul/Two Rivers also on Saturday. Categories: High…

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College, Sports

CSS Softball Splits with Hamline in First Home Games at Kenwood Field Since 2021

CSS (4-22) will next host Gustavus Adolphus on Saturday for a doubleheader.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The St. Scholastica softball team would play their first home games at Kenwood Field since 2021 on Thursday. Hamline would play spoiler a little bit by taking game one against the Saints, 6-0. Then in game two, the Saints battled back for a 5 to 1 victory. With the win, it snapped a 13 game losing streak. CSS…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former Bulldog Quinn Olson Joins Greenville Swamp Rabbits of ECHL

In his last season for the Bulldogs, Olson tallied 4 goals and 17 assists in 37 games of action.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Former UMD forward Quinn Olson has joined a new team. After a short stint with the Ontario Reign of the AHL, Olson is now with the Greenville Swamp Rabbits of the ECHL. Like the Reign, the Swamp Rabbits are an affiliate of the Los Angeles Kings. In his last season for the Bulldogs, Olson tallied 4 goals and…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Women’s Hockey Adds Long Island Goaltender Tindra Holm to Roster

Holm is a two-time New England Women's Hockey Alliance Goalie of the Year award winner.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD women’s hockey team has addressed the goaltending position via the transfer portal. On Thursday, they received a commitment from Long Island University’s Tindra Holm. Holm is a two-time New England Women’s Hockey Alliance Goalie of the Year award winner. Just this past season, she would post five shutouts for the Sharks in net. Holm is also…

Northern Star Web
College, Northern Star, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Northern Star: Shay Callaway

Played as UMD's #1 singles player 2022-24
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- As UMD’s women’s tennis season came to a close on Saturday, so did Shay Callaway’s four-year run on the court with the Bulldogs. “I think that these four years have been some of the best years of my life,” Callaway said during her final practice with UMD. “And the people that I’ve met on this team are some…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football Battles Bemidji State in Annual Spring Game

UMD is coming off a 9-2 season in 2023.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- For the first time since 2021, the UMD football team would face someone other than themselves in their annual Spring Game. UMD would welcome in the Beavers of Bemidji State into Malosky Stadium on Wednesday. The first portion of the session was a joint practice before the two teams would face off in a scrimmage. The contest had…

Timberwolves
Professional Sports, Sports

USA Basketball Announces its Men’s Team for the Paris Olympics

Timberwolves forward Anthony Edwards is one of the 12 players to make the roster.
The Associated Press,

USA Basketball studied every men’s basketball game it has played for about two decades and a clear trend eventually appeared. When the defense isn’t good enough, the Americans tend to get themselves into trouble. And the team for the Paris Olympics was built with that in mind. LeBron James, Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, Bam Adebayo, Devin Booker, Joel Embiid, Jayson…

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Professional Sports, Sports

Marc-Andre Fleury Signs a $2.5M Extension with the Wild to Return for Next Season at Age 40

Fleury is 17-14-5 with an .895 save percentage that is the lowest of his 20-year career.
The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Wild signed goalie Marc-Andre Fleury to a one-year, $2.5 million contract extension on Wednesday, bringing back the veteran for his age-40 season. Fleury, who turns 40 on Nov. 28, has had a prolific season in which he passed Patrick Roy for second place behind Martin Brodeur on the NHL ‘s all-time list in…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Men’s Hockey Receives Commitment From SCSU’s Joe Molenaar Via Transfer Portal

Molenaar's tallied a total of 31 points in four seasons at SCSU.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The UMD men’s hockey team has received it’s first commitment via the transfer portal. After four seasons with the rival St. Cloud State Huskies, Joe Molenaar has joined the Bulldogs. He’s tallied a total of 31 points in that time and was the assistant captain for the Huskies last season. Molenaar is a Minnetonka native. Categories: College, Sports,…

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High School, Sports

Eastview/Apple Valley Hands Wolfpack Boys Lacrosse First Loss

Duluth falls to 1-1 on the season and will next play at Superior on April 23rd.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- In a battle of two unbeatens on Tuesday, Eastview/Apple Valley would reign supreme over the Duluth Wolfpack boys. The Lightning would jump out to a five goal lead after the first quarter and they wouldn’t look back as they won 17 to 1. Duluth falls to 1-1 on the season and will next play at Superior on April…

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Environment, Great Outdoors, Minnesota, News, News - Latest News

‘Growing Duluth’ Offers Classes, Guidance For Plant Lovers

No Matter Your Skill Level, Growing Duluth Wants to Help You Grow
Jenna VanSickle,

DULUTH, Minn. — Since opening last September, Growing Duluth has been growing their business to include house plants, produce, gardening supplies, cannabis seeds, and more. Co-owner Louise Kolthoff says Growing Duluth wants to make people confident in what they’re growing and be a resource for plant lovers new and old. The store offers a variety classes for different interests and…

Rain Game
High School, Sports

Rain Wins as Hunters & Hilltoppers Battle at Windy Wade Stadium

The teams plan to reschedule Tuesday's game for a later date.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Marshall and Duluth Denfeld baseball teams gave it a go on Tuesday for their scheduled game. Ultimately, the rain and wind would win the contest as the game was called off in the bottom of the 1st. Marshall was leading 5-3 at that point. The teams plan to reschedule Tuesday’s game for a later date. Duluth…

Sup Football
High School, Sports

Superior Names Rob Scott as New Head Football Coach

From 2006 to 2021, Scott was an educator at Superior and also held many roles for the football team during that time.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior Spartans have a new head football coach. And he’s familiar to the program. Rob Scott returns to lead the team after spending the last three seasons as the head coach at Eau Claire Memorial. From 2006 to 2021, Scott was an educator at Superior and also held many roles for the football team during that time….

Beneke
College, Sports

St. Scholastica’s Lily Beneke Claims Back-to-Back MIAC Weekly Honors

This is the 4th time in her career that she's won an outdoor weekly honor.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- St. Scholastica’s Lily Beneke went back-to-back, winning the MIAC Outdoor Athlete of the Week honor. Beneke would finish first in the hammer throw and broke the facility and meet records with a toss of 56.20 meters at the Minnesota State open on Saturday. She now holds the fourth best mark in Division three this season. This is the…

Leccia
College, Sports

UWS Sophomore MyKenzie Leccia Named UMAC Softball Player of the Week

Leccia currently leads the team in batting average, OPS, doubles, home runs, and runs batted in.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- UWS sophomore MyKenzie Leccia had a monster week for the Yellowjackets. As a result, she’s been named the UMAC Softball Player of the Week. Leccia went 10 for 15 at the plate, posting a batting average of .667. She would also have 14 runs batted in. Leccia currently leads the team in batting average, OPS, doubles, home runs,…

Proctor Web
High School, Sports

Proctor Softball’s Hot Start Continues With Win Over Esko

Rails' fifth-straight win over Esko
Ben Burns,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor softball remains undefeated, taking down Esko 7-3 on their home field on Monday. This marks the fifth-straight time Proctor has defeated Esko in head-to-head games. The Rails — who are now 4-0 — have outscored their opponents 42-8. Proctor has a favorable matchup ahead of them as they’ll take on 0-5 Bemidji on Tuesday. Meanwhile, Esko…

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College, Sports

Saints Dig Out of Five-Run Hole, Win by Double Digits Over Northland

14 runs scored in last four innings
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- After giving up five runs in the third inning, the St. Scholastica baseball team rallied to defeat Northland College 16-6 at Wade Stadium on Monday. The Saints’ largest offense surge came in the final four innings, where they scored a combined 14 runs. Jake Schelonka had a standout performance at the plate, recording three hits, four RBI, and…

Superior Soccer Web
High School, Sports

Spartans Girls Soccer Can’t Keep Up With Golden Bears

Brynn Johnson scores Superior's lone goal
Ben Burns,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior girls soccer team fell back to .500 on Monday in a 3-1 loss to Barron. After a scoreless first period, Superior’s defense couldn’t keep up with the Golden Bears’ offensive attack. Junior Brynn Johnson scored Superior’s only goal of the night (team’s eighth goal of season). Superior (2-2) will stay home this week as they’ll host…

Stealth
High School, Sports

Boys Lacrosse: Stealth Protect Home Turf By Handling Superior

The Stealth (1-0) will next play at Grand Rapids/Greenway on Thursday.
Neil Vierzba,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- The Hermantown/Proctor Stealth opened up their season on Monday, defeating Superior 17 to 2 in their home opener. Hermantown/Proctor would lead by 11 at the half. The Stealth (1-0) will next play at Grand Rapids/Greenway on Thursday. As for the Superior, they’ll play at Cloquet on April 22nd. Categories: High School, Sports

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Football Making Final Preparations Leading Up to Bemidji State Scrimmage, Team Also Names Six Captains

Hennessey and the Bulldogs hit the field at 4 PM on Wednesday to battle the Beavers.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- 12 practices down, one to go for the UMD football team in the spring portion of their season. Of course, that one is their annual spring game. But this year, there’s a change as they will hit someone other than themselves on Wednesday, when they welcome in Bemidji State for a joint practice and scrimmage. It’s the first…

Bergstrom
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Defender Paula Bergstrom Joins Frolunda of Swedish Women’s Hockey League

In her lone season at UMD, Bergstrom would tally four points, all of which were on assists.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Her time may be done with the Bulldogs but UMD senior defender Paula Bergstrom still has plenty of hockey in her career to look forward to. On Monday, Bergstrom joined Frolunda, a team in the Swedish Women’s Hockey League. In her lone season at UMD, Bergstrom would tally four points, all of which were on assists. Prior to…

Uws Baseball
College, Sports

Late Surge Lifts Yellowjackets Past Rams

Seven runs scored in seventh inning
Ben Burns,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The UW-Superior baseball team earned their second win in a three-game series with North Central, defeating the Rams 9-1 Sunday afternoon. North Central took an early lead off a throwing error by UWS in the second inning. The Yellowjackets were able to tie the game in the fifth inning with a Trey Sybrant single that brought in Payton…

Umd Softball
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Bulldogs Softball Settles for Split With Mavericks

Potts homers twice in game one
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- It was a tale of two outings for the UMD softball team this Sunday as they split a doubleheader series against Minnesota State Mankato. In game one, the Bulldogs came away with a 6-2 victory. Elle Potts was the biggest difference-maker at the plate, hitting two home runs (including a grand slam) and five RBI. In game two,…

Umd Baseball
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Baseball Splits Doubleheader With Northern State

Bulldogs win fourth home game of 2023 season
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- Following Saturday’s 8-6 victory against Northern State, the UMD baseball team ended their three-game series with a loss and another win against the Wolves on Sunday. In game one of Sunday’s doubleheader, Northern State won 10-7 after scoring 8 runs between the second and fifth innings. UMD was gearing up for a rally with four runs scored in…

UMD Lacrosse
College, Friday Night Frenzy, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Lacrosse Hosts First Home Games in Four Years

Bulldogs begin playoffs April 19
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- For the first time in four years, Griggs Field was a lot more than just a practice field for the UMD lacrosse team. With the remnants from a previous snowstorm cleared out, the Bulldogs were able to host home games against North Dakota State and Drury. “I’ve always dreamed of playing on this field,” said Reece Wickman, a…

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Friday Night Frenzy, Sports

Top Plays: 4/12

At number one, Solon Springs' Isaiah Kastern crashes the hoop for the put-back jam in Wednesday's DAYBA Border Battle.
Neil Vierzba, Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn.- This week’s top plays come from both the softball diamond and on the hardwood. At number three, UW-Superior’s Mykenzie Leccia slides on her knees to rob a Blue Devil of an extra base hit. At number two, Hermantown’s Bryden Geisen smacks a deep shot to center for a two-run homer in a 11-0 win over Esko. At number…

Hermantown Softball
Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Hermantown Softball Blanks Esko in Season Opener

Geisen hits two-run home run
Ben Burns,

ESKO, Minn.- The Hermantown softball team started their season on all the right notes as they delivered a 11-0 blowout win against Esko on Friday. After three scoreless innings, the Hawks’ bats came alive, starting with freshman Bryden Geisen hitting a two-run home run to break the stalemate. Hermantown (1-1) will host Superior on Thursday in the Hawks’ home opener….

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Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Coaches Corner: Lucas Mehelich

The Lumberjacks are in their first-ever season as a varsity program.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- In this week’s Coaches Corner, we’re joined by Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys lacrosse head coach Lucas Mehelich. The Lumberjacks are in their first-ever season as a varsity program. C-E-C would defeat Rocori 10-7 in their inaugural game on Friday. Categories: Coaches Corner, Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Wolfpack Boys Lacrosse Handles Big Lake For Season-Opening Victory

This was the 2nd straight year that the Wolfpack have opened the season against the Hornets.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Wolfpack boys lacrosse team started their season on Friday with a win, topping Big Lake 17 to 1. This was the 2nd straight year that the Wolfpack have opened the season against the Hornets. Duluth (1-0) will next host Eastview/Apple Valley on April 16th. Categories: Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

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Friday Night Frenzy, High School, Sports

Prep Baseball: Superior Rallies Past Rock Ridge, Cloquet Picks Up 1st Win

Superior (2-5) will next play at Cloquet on April 16th. Meanwhile, Cloquet will travel to Rock Ridge on April 15th.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior baseball team would find themselves down 3-0 against Rock Ridge on Friday. But, after putting up one run in the 3rd and three in the 6th, the Spartans would rally past the Wolverines for the 4-3 win. Superior (2-5) will next play at Cloquet on April 16th. Rock Ridge (2-2) will also play Cloquet next on…

Umd Mbb Returners
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD Basketball Seniors Andrews, Brown, & Katona to Return For 5th-Year

Statistically, each player has at least 1,300 career points and 530 rebounds.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- After making the national tournament the last three seasons, the UMD basketball team received some good news leading up to their pursuit of a 4th straight appearance. Seniors Austin Andrews, Joshua Brown, and Charlie Katona are all set to return next season for their 5th-year. During their time at UMD, the trio have a record of 83 and…

Rhoades
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

UMD 5th-Year Guard Taytum Rhoades Named NSIC Assistant Commissioner For Operations

Rhoades will begin her new duties on June 24th.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD 5th-year guard Taytum Rhoades is preparing for life after basketball. On Friday, she was named the new NSIC Assistant Commissioner for Operations. On the court, Rhoades would score 966 points over 142 games, with 522 rebounds and 363 assists. She also was All-NSIC first team this past year for the first time. Off the court, she’s completing…

Aultman Bros
High School, Sports

Jordan & Elijah Aultman to Reunite & Play For Superior Wolfpack This Summer

The duo will be in action on April 21st at Union Eau Claire.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Aultman Brothers are set to be reunited this summer as members of the Superior Wolfpack. Jordan and Elijah have both been named to the roster this week. Jordan was a two-time Lake Superior All-Conference selection during his time at Cloquet-Esko- Carlton. Elijah just wrapped up his final season as a Lumberjack, scoring 20 goals. The duo will…

Mally
College, Sports

Superior City FC Men Add Plenty of Familiar Faces to Roster For 2nd Season

Superior went 6-3-1 last season.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior City FC men’s team continues to add to their roster this week for their 2nd full season as a program. Some of the recent additions include their all-time leading goal-scorer in Mally Lumsden. Lumdsden would play collegiately at the College of St. Scholastica. Speaking of the Saints, Finigan Huffington is back with the team after spending…

Proctor baseball
High School, Sports

Proctor’s Big Bats Serve Up Home-Opening Win

Rails improve to 2-0
Ben Burns,

PROCTOR, Minn.- The Proctor baseball team are off to a hot start, stringing together their second-straight win in an 8-3 victory over Mesabi East on Thursday. The Rails were propelled by Wyatt Mineheine, who led off with a triple in the first before recording a two-RBI double in the second inning. On the mound, Tyler Berglund pitched a complete game…

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High School, Sports

Prep Lacrosse: C-E-C & Marshall Boys Win First-Ever Games, Marshall Girls Spoil Superior’s Home Opener

The Cloquet-Esko-Carlton, Duluth Marshall, & Superior boys and girls lacrosse teams are in their first seasons.
Neil Vierzba, Ben Burns,

CLOQUET, Minn.- On Thursday, four local area teams would have either their first-ever home game or their first-ever inaugural game. For the Cloquet-Esko-Carlton boys, they played and hosted their first-ever contest against Rocori. After being tied 5-5 at the half, the Lumberjacks would outscore the Spartans 5-2 in the 2nd half to earn their first victory, 10 to 7. Michael…

Cec B Lax
High School, Sports

After Many Years of Club Play, C-E-C Boys Lacrosse Eager for First Season

C-E-C players previously played for the Northern Siege club team.
Neil Vierzba,

CLOQUET, Minn.- The sport of lacrosse is becoming more and more popular in the Northland. Just this spring, there are four varsity teams beginning their first-ever seasons. That includes, the Cloquet-Esko- Carlton boys, who have been previously playing for the Northern Siege club for many years. The Lumberjacks are led by head coach Lucas Mehelich, a former lacrosse player himself…

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College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former UMD Forward Kyler Kleven Commits to Niagara University

In three seasons at UMD, Kleven would tally three goals and five assists.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Another former UMD men’s hockey player has found his next college team. Kyler Kleven has joined Niagara University for the upcoming season. In three seasons at UMD, Kleven would tally three goals and five assists. He also sat out the entire 2022-2023 season with a torn labrum. Kleven isn’t the only player on the Purple Eagles roster with…

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Professional Sports, Sports

Port Wing Native Megan Gustafson Wins EuroCup with London Lions

Gustafson had 18 points and seven rebounds in the game.
Neil Vierzba,

PORT WING, Wis.- The eventful off-season continues for Port Wing Native Megan Gustafson. On Wednesday, Gustafson and the London Lions would win the EuroCup, taking down Besiktas 81 to 70. Gustafson had 18 points and seven rebounds in the game. London becomes the first British team to win the European title. The EuroCup title isn’t the only thing to happen…

Bjorn Lind
High School, Northern Star, Sports

Northern Star: Bjorn Lind

Duluth East senior to play college baseball at Augustana
Ben Burns,

DULUTH, Minn- Duluth East’s baseball team is chock full of returning starters in their lineup, including Augustana-commit and versatile defender Bjorn Lind. “I’m definitely a lot stronger, faster, more physical and (I’ve) grown a couple inches.” says Lind, who has a lot of reasons to why he loves baseball. “I would say going into the field every day with your…

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High School, Sports

Minnesota Girls & Wisconsin Boys Take Bragging Rights at DAYBA Border Battle

Solon Springs' Isaiah Kastern would be named MVP of the boys game after finishing with 28 points.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- For the fourth straight time, the Minnesota girls team would take down the Wisconsin girls in the Annual DAYBA Border Battle on Wednesday. Minnesota would hold a comfortable lead for most of the contest, eventually earning the 121 to 76 victory. Following that game, it was the boys turn. After dropping the last two meetings, the Wisconsin boys…

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High School, Sports

Esko Softball Handles Moose Lake/Willow River for 2nd Win of Season

Esko (2-1) will next host Duluth Marshall and Hermantown in a doubleheader on Friday.
Neil Vierzba,

ESKO, Minn.- The Esko softball team would pick up two wins on Wednesday, including a big victory against Moose Lake/Willow River 20-6. Esko defeated Two Harbors 14 to 0 earlier in the day. Esko (2-1) will next host Duluth Marshall and Hermantown in a doubleheader on Friday. First pitch against the Hilltoppers is at 2 PM. Categories: High School, Sports

Dixon
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Dixon Throws First No-Hitter, UMD Softball Sweeps Minnesota Crookston in Home Opener

Dixon would go five innings, striking out eight in UMD's first game against Minnesota Crookston.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- UMD senior Lauren Dixon would do something on Wednesday that she surprisingly hasn’t done in her softball career. And that is throw a no-hitter. Dixon would go five innings, striking out eight in UMD’s first game against Minnesota Crookston, leading the Bulldogs to the 8-0 win. Following that game, UMD would once again take down the Golden Eagles…

Hockey
High School, Sports

Trio of Northlanders Named to U.S. Under 17 National Team

The three will compete for the team in the USHL, as well as other international tournaments during the 2024-2025 season.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- A trio of Northlanders have been named to the U.S. Under 17 National Team. Hermantown natives Victor Plante and A.J. Francisco, as well as Superior’s Jackson Marthaler were named to the roster on Wednesday afternoon. The NTDP is a two-year residency program that is located at USA Hockey Arena in Plymouth, Michigan. The three will compete for the…

Macleod
College, Sports, University of Minnesota - Duluth

Former UMD Goaltender Hailey MacLeod Joins Ohio State

MacLeod ended her two-year stint in Duluth on March 20th, when she entered the transfer portal.
Neil Vierzba,

DULUTH, Minn.- Former UMD goaltender Hailey MacLeod has found her next team. On Wednesday, she committed to the national champion, Ohio State Buckeyes. MacLeod would play in 19 games for UMD this past season. In those contests, she posted a 11-5-2 record and had a saves percentage of nearly 95 percent. MacLeod ended her two-year stint in Duluth on March…
Community, Environment, Great Outdoors, Health, Minnesota, News - Latest News, Wisconsin

Treating Contamination to Start at Thomson Reservoir

Dioxins in the bottom sediment have been a concern since the 1980's.
Steve Goodspeed,

There was good news Wednesday in the effort to start dealing with contaminated sediment in the Thomson Reservoir. Federal and state lawmakers made the announcement in Carlton. It is the start of a $35 million project–with most of the funding coming from the EPA through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Small pellets of granulated, activated carbon will be poured out over…

Packers
Professional Sports, Sports

Packers Will Face Eagles in Brazil in Friday Night Season Opener

This will mark the Packers’ second international game in the last three years.
The Associated Press,

GREEN BAY, Wis.- (AP) The Green Bay Packers will play the Philadelphia Eagles when the NFL holds its first regular-season game in Brazil on Sept. 6. The matchup in Sao Paulo will mark the first time since 1970 that the NFL has played a Friday night game on the season’s opening weekend. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell already had said in…

G Rapids Vs Sup Baseball
High School, Sports

Grand Rapids Baseball Opens Season with Shutout Road Victory in Superior

The Thunderhawks were led by Easton Sjostrand, who struck out 10 and would only allow one hit on the mound.
Neil Vierzba,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The quest for a 4th straight trip to state began on Tuesday for the Grand Rapids baseball team. In their first game of the season, they would shut out Superior 10-0 in five innings. The Thunderhawks were led by Easton Sjostrand, who struck out 10 and would only allow one hit on the mound. Grand Rapids (1-0) will…