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Two-day festival in Bena to benefit homeless program

BENA - It'll be a weekend of music played for charity, hoping to revitalize this small town. WinnieFest 2012 will be Friday and Saturday at Big Winnie Store, RV Park...

news / region Tue, Jun 26, 2012 - 12:00am

Judge considers request to dismiss suit against Zavoral firm

MINNEAPOLIS - A prominent East Grand Forks construction firm appeared in federal court in Minneapolis, seeking the dismissal of a federal fraud charges it faces. R.J. Zavoral and Sons' attorney...

news / region Tue, Jun 26, 2012 - 12:00am

A pontoon boat rests on a pile of flood debris in the St. Louis River near the Fond du Lac neighborhood in Duluth. Clint Austin | Forum Communications

Water levels dropping along St. Louis River system

Water levels on the reservoir lakes north of Duluth that feed into the Cloquet and St.

news / region Tue, Jun 26, 2012 - 12:00am

Blane Klemek column: From air to land to sea, so many birds to see

I've often wondered what it would be like to be a bird. Perhaps it was this desire that compelled me to learn how to fly airplanes, which I once did...

outdoors / news / local / region Sun, Jun 24, 2012 - 12:00am

Students in the News

-- Trace Jahner of Bemidji has been named to Minot State University's Dean's List for the Spring 2012 Semester. -- Mercedies Schmidt of Bemidji has been named to Minot State...

news / local / region / education Sun, Jun 24, 2012 - 12:00am

Education Briefs

Blackduck teen wins travel scholarship BLACKDUCK - Blackduck High School student Morgan Jung was selected to travel to Cambodia this summer through the American Youth Leadership Program, managed by Colorado-based...

news / local / region / education Sun, Jun 24, 2012 - 12:00am

Clay-laden waters from the Duluth-Superior Harbor Basin pour out past the Aerial Lift Bridge through the ship canal and into Lake Superior Thursday afternoon. Bob King | Forum Communications

Donations requested to help agency provide long-term recovery

MINNEAPOLIS - Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota said Thursday that it is working with the ELCA Northeastern Minnesota Synod Office and the national office of Lutheran Disaster Response to respond...

news / region Fri, Jun 22, 2012 - 12:00am

The flood-swollen St. Louis River surges past the damaged swinging bridge at Jay Cooke State Park near Duluth, Minn., Thursday. Gov. Mark Dayton, who toured flood-ravaged areas on Thursday, said he was committed to providing state resources, and would work to speed the process of getting appropriate federal aid. Duluth's mayor, Don Ness, estimated that there was $50 million to $80 million in damage caused to the city's public infrastructure alone. Bob King | Forum Communications

'Terrible devastation': Governor views Duluth damage as estimates top $100 million

With all Northland residents apparently safe from immediate danger, state, federal and local officials began assessing damage Thursday from this week's torrential rains and flash flood and already are putting...

news / region Fri, Jun 22, 2012 - 12:00am

One teen dies after taking synthetic drug; second face criminal charges

EAST GRAND FORKS -- What began as a drug-filled night for five teenage friends in East Grand Forks has now led to a murder charge for one and the death...

news / region Fri, Jun 22, 2012 - 12:00am

A car fell into a huge sinkhole on Skyline Parkway at 9th Avenue East in Duluth early Wednesday morning. Bob King | Forum Communications

Flood sweeps through Duluth (now with videos)

DULUTH - Floodwaters gorged by a 24-hour deluge of up to 10 inches crumbled roads and damaged homes and businesses in Duluth, Superior and surrounding areas on Wednesday and caused...

news / region Thu, Jun 21, 2012 - 12:00am

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Leech Lake election recount confirms Jones' victory

CASS LAKE - Carri Jones' victory in last week's Leech Lake Tribal Council election was confirmed after a recount this week. Jones picked up two votes in the recount, conducted...

news / region Thu, Jun 21, 2012 - 12:00am

Water shoots like a geyser from a storm sewer at 3rd Avenue East and 3rd Street Wednesday morning in Duluth's downtown. Bob King | Forum Communications

Those planning to travel to Duluth area urged to stay away

DULUTH - Those planning travel to Duluth and the North Shore areas in the coming days and weekend should check before traveling. A state of emergency has been declared in...

news / region Thu, Jun 21, 2012 - 12:00am

Annexation hits standstill

NORTHERN TOWNSHIP - Bemidji Township continued to refuse to budge in the battle over annexation Tuesday night. The city of Bemidji, Northern Township and Bemidji Township met at Northern Town...

news / local / region Wed, Jun 20, 2012 - 12:00am

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Puposky man's court hearing continued

BEMIDJI - John Michael Luedecke, 39, o f Puposky, appeared in Beltrami County District Court Monday morning before Judge Paul Benshoof. Luedecke's appearance was continued to June 25, when he...

news / local / region Tue, Jun 19, 2012 - 12:00am

Zach Johnston, left, and his father, Andrew, search for the queen bee as they prepare to split their hive. Anna Erickson | FORUM COMMUNICATIONS

Interest in bees makes resurgence in area

PARK RAPIDS -- The art of beekeeping is making a comeback in the area. In particular, younger generations are taking an interest in bees. Zach Johnston, 12, of Park Rapids,...

news / region Sun, Jun 17, 2012 - 12:00am

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