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Articles from the September 20, 2024 edition


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  • Wright/Cromwell news

    Jennie K. Hanson|Sep 20, 2024

    What another beautiful day in our area. The trees are turning color, and the sky has been blue. So much in nature to see and appreciate. I hope you can get out and about to enjoy this time of year. I hope you have noticed the beautiful huge American flag flying over the Self-Serve station in Cromwell. It is a great addition to the gas station and the community. As some of you already know, I have been subbing again this fall. My first day back was Sept. 6 in Floodwood, and I have several more...

  • Business Spotlight: Burger's Shoes Cloquet

    Sep 20, 2024

    Well, folks, here we are again! September. Fall approaches, summer drifts away, and the world keeps spinning around. Although I would love to see the warm temperatures stick around for a while longer, we will just have to see what happens, I suppose. This year marks 10 years for me at ye olde shoe shop, and I feel very fortunate. Cloquet is a pretty neat little place! Thanks for being such an outstanding community. Reflecting on the last year, we have had businesses open, close and change... Full story

  • PHOTO STORY: West End Flourish livens up historic district

    Sep 20, 2024

    PHOTO STORY...

  • Dial 988 for mental health support

    Sep 20, 2024

    Minnesotans facing mental health crises can dial or text 988 to connect to Lifeline support 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The 988 code serves as a universal entry point, so callers can reach a trained crisis counselor who can help regardless of where they live. People can also dial 988 if they are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support. People should call 911 if they suspect a drug overdose or need immediate medical help. The change is part of a nationwide effort to transition the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline,...

  • Sign up for police notices

    Sep 20, 2024

    Cloquet area residents who want to receive text messages or emails with public safety news should register with the Cloquet Police Department’s Nixle service. Nixle was created for local law enforcement, designed to notify the public of community updates, public advisories and emergency alerts. To sign up for notifications and alerts using the Nixle messaging system, text the city’s zip code (55720) to 888777 and follow the prompts, or follow the link https://local.nixle.com/register. Nixle also offers an anonymous tip line for the public to...

  • Cloquet Community Band seeks musicians

    Sep 20, 2024

    The Cloquet Community Band is seeking new members. If you have played an instrument, please check out the band. Practice is 7-8:30 p.m. Mondays at the Cloquet Presbyterian Church, 47 Fourth St., Cloquet. The band provides sheet music, and you bring your instrument. The band performs at a variety of community events (spring and winter concert, Cloquet Memorial Day service, parades, nursing homes and other events as requested). Questions? Contact Becky at 218-206-4441....

  • Card game wanted

    Sep 20, 2024

    Hoping to start a friendly game of cards with friendly seniors two Thursdays a month starting in September. Time and place to be determined. Interested? Call Joan at 218-348-8480....

  • Fall color map is available online

    Sep 20, 2024

    The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is updating its fall color finder every Thursday now with the latest estimates for peak fall colors across the state. The map can also be used to predict peak colors. Find out more at www.dnr.state.mn.us/fall_colors/index.html....