Articles from the May 10, 2019 edition
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Home again at Mäntylä
It may be more than 1,000 miles away, but Cloquet native Peter McKinney said it felt like home when he stepped inside Mäntylä, the Frank Lloyd Wright home his Finnish grandparents built in Cloquet a... Full story
Second police officer identified with legal issues
A second member of the Cloquet police department faced misconduct issues that could affect his ability to be a credible witness in criminal cases. Sergeant Scott Holman, who is likely to be called... Full story
One dead in Moose Lake plane crash
One man is dead after an airplane crashed into the Moose Horn River sometime Wednesday, May 8, likely after taking off from the Moose Lake Carlton County Airport. According to a press release from... Full story
Voters face school tax questions Tuesday
Residents in the Wrenshall and Moose Lake school districts will vote on an increase in school taxes to pay for improvements at the schools in special elections Tuesday, May 14. In Wrenshall, officials are hoping the third time will be the charm...
Sappi completes streamline of plant
Earlier this week, Sappi North America announced the completion of a $25 million capital investment at the Cloquet mill, which was to “debottleneck” areas of the pulp manufacturing process. Managing director Mike Schultz said the investment will bri...
Cloquet police warn people to lock cars
After responding to 15 vehicle prowl calls in six days, the Cloquet police department is warning residents to beware of break-ins and lock their cars and trucks. In a press release, the department offered several tips beyond simply locking your...
Cloquet police chief remains on leave
Cloquet police commander carey Ferrell said things have been extra busy at the department, where he is currently pulling double duty as patrol commander and acting chief while current police chief Jeff Palmer has been on voluntary paid leave for...
Sometimes it helps to be 'Heart to Heart'
“Heart to Heart,” a nondenominational Christian group in the Cloquet area, has been meeting for the past six years. This group offers women in the surrounding communities a time of fellowship, friendship, refreshments and inspiration. The focus of...
Fishing season begins Saturday across state
The Minnesota season is open for walleye, northern pike and trout in lakes Saturday, May 11. Out of the 1.4 million licensed anglers in Minnesota, about half a million anglers take part in the tradition of the fishing opener. Make sure to buy your...
Railroad bridge removal project set to begin
A bridge removal project is scheduled to begin Monday, May 20, on Highway 23 in Carlton County. Highway 23 will be closed to through-traffic between County Road 4 and County Road 1. Motorists will be detoured around the closed area. The SOO Line...
Cloquet police study OK'd
Cloquet city councilors and administration agree: it’s time for another police study. While not referring directly to police and council actions that contributed to a rising tide of citizen mistrust a...
Thomson Township readies itself for expected growth
Twenty years have passed since Thomson Township adopted its comprehensive plan in February 1999. Over that time, the population of the northern Carlton County township has grown from 4,430 to 5,120...
Letter: Sales tax should go to infrastructure first
To the editor: In your last editorial, “State needs to modify Cloquet sales tax,” I agree that a modification needs to be made to allot for usage of the designated funding. I disagree with your statement that since “the original $4.5 million … all...
Letter: Wrenshall referendum has future in its sites
To the editor: Some of those opposed to the upcoming Wrenshall school referendum have expressed a desire for consolidation as a reason for their opposition. What might not be recognized is that the current referendum plan positions the district well...
Letter: Better acess to internet needed
To the editor, It’s painful to admit, but our area is part of the underserved nine percent of the population in the state when it comes to having access to reliable, affordable, high-speed internet service. We can’t wait any longer — and it didn...
Letter: Vote 'no,' and 'yes' to more information
To the editor: Contrary to what some community members say, community members with different perspectives do support education and advocate “common sense.” Many community members want to wait until the major risk factor, the energy/utility tax set...
Letter: Art education runs deep in Cloquet
To the editor: Exploring art and culture is important for everyone because it connects us and brings our community together. Culture is a part of people's lives, history and family. If one culture doe...
Bias pervades our daily life
There’s a lot of talk about the bias people bring to their jobs, especially in the media. Most of the grousing is by people who don’t like to hear any news that challenges their own beliefs. For examp...
A comprehensive look at a strained America: Making progress
In my last article, I left off with the question: What is progress? This very question is coupled with the terms “perception” and “social norms,” relating to how we Americans view and handle the cur...
Nolan gets a local 'thank you'
About 150 people from all over the Eighth Congressional District attended a "thank you" dinner for retired U.S. Rep. Rick Nolan, who retired this year after serving the district since 2013. State...
WRENSHALL news
There is a lovely smell in the air these days – manure. I used to turn up my nose at it when I first came to Wrenshall but I've come to enjoy the smell because it means the work of farming has m...
Wright-cromwell news
Congratulations to Luc and Suzy Goodin on the birth of their third child. Daughter Ariahlyn Valinor was born May 1. She is also welcomed by her sisters Kieriahna, 10, and Emberleigh, 1, and...
Obituary: Harriet F. Kruger
Harriet F. Kruger, 88, of Cloquet, Minn. passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2019 at Inter-Faith Care Center in Carlton. She was born Nov. 30, 1930 in Cloquet to Harry and Frances (Grabowski) Youngbauer... Full story
Funeral notices
Randy E. Jokela, 64, of Cloquet, Minn. passed away Tuesday, April 9, 2019. Visitation: 10 a.m. until the 11 a.m. memorial service Friday, May 10 at Nelson Funeral Care in Cloquet, with the Rev. Barbara Birkeland officiating. A lunch reception will... Full story
Big Lake sewer plan remains at an impasse
After years of study and infrastructure planning, the Big Lake Area Sanitary District is having trouble getting over the final hurdle in cleaning up a lake that is surrounded by failing residential sewer systems. The district has been trying to get...
