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11/25/2025
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11/25/2025
District officials state the change would streamline processes for its understaffed payroll department, but hourly employees say it will cause instability
11/25/2025
If the districts consolidate, property taxes in Carlton would rise and taxes in Wrenshall would decrease.
11/24/2025
Amid challenging farm economics, local lender Frandsen Bank & Trust offers tailored support and industry insights for farmers.
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Farm fields may look calm in the early morning light, but behind the scenes, many producers are facing mounting pressure. According to the American Bankers Association 2025 Ag Lender Survey, fewer than half of U.S. farms are expected to turn a profit in 2026—the lowest level since 2020.
11/22/2025
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11/22/2025
Friday's prep report also includes boys hockey and girls basketball results.
11/21/2025
The Carlton County Disabled American Veterans are taking out the smoker and shaking up the menu this Thanksgiving.
11/20/2025
The district’s board of directors voted to pursue a 0.5% local option sales tax, which would require legislative and voter approval
11/20/2025
Jenny Sandstrom, who owns Liberty K9 Rescue Ranch in Barnum Township, is partnering with the college to provide more rescue dogs with homes.
11/20/2025
The petition circulating in Wrenshall would need 74 signatures to trigger a special election.
11/19/2025
In other area girls hockey action, North Shore shut out Hibbing/Chisholm, Grand Rapids/Greenway topped Cloquet-Esko-Carlton and Rock Ridge beat International Falls.
11/15/2025
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