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33-years a Lake County commissioner, Rick Goutermont recognized for his service.
12/13/2025

33-years a Lake County commissioner, Rick Goutermont recognized for his service.

12/12/2025

DECA mini-district competition hosted at THHS this morning. With the strong planning brought by THHS DECA coach Tim Bott, and the judges representing the Lake County Chamber, school board and local business leaders it is a solid way for students to sharpen professional communication skills.

Correction on Hydrogen story: On the front page of our print edition for Dec. 12 there is an error in the seventh paragr...
12/12/2025

Correction on Hydrogen story: On the front page of our print edition for Dec. 12 there is an error in the seventh paragraph with the subtitle: "Permit trails lead to Koloma." The permits obtained by Koloma were for right-of-way work for Toimi Rd., Forest Hwy 11, and Hwy 2 (not 12). The editor regrets the error.

Lutsen Lodge Owner, Bryce Campbell arrested for setting fire to Lutsen Lodge Read the article by Brian Larsen, Cook Coun...
12/11/2025

Lutsen Lodge Owner, Bryce Campbell arrested for setting fire to Lutsen Lodge
Read the article by Brian Larsen, Cook County News Cook County News-Herald in Grand Marais, giving the local view on the loss of the iconic north shore resort.
Photo by Brian Larsen, Lutsen Lodge the morning after the fire.
Read more below:

Season's Greetings from the Post Office!Meet Carmen Robertson, postmaster Two Harbors-and consider some extra holiday go...
12/10/2025

Season's Greetings from the Post Office!
Meet Carmen Robertson, postmaster Two Harbors-and consider some extra holiday good will as all our postal workers have extra loads during this season. Read more below:

RACE FOR HYDROGEN HEATS UP IN LAKE COUNTY (pending story by Steve Wilson, photo by Steve Wilson)An seismic survey along ...
12/09/2025

RACE FOR HYDROGEN HEATS UP IN LAKE COUNTY
(pending story by Steve Wilson, photo by Steve Wilson)
An seismic survey along Highway 2 in late November has intensified interest in Lake County’s underground resources, particularly natural hydrogen—a clean-burning fuel. Koloma, a Denver-based startup is the operator. Quebec Innovative Materials Corp. is also pursuing exploration rights, signaling a competitive race to secure hydrogen reserves amid unclear legal frameworks and growing demand for clean energy.
Stand by for the full story below.

Blood Drive by National Honor Society THHS:Give the Gift of LifeJoin the NHS at Two Harbors High School for a Blood Driv...
12/08/2025

Blood Drive by National Honor Society THHS:
Give the Gift of Life
Join the NHS at Two Harbors High School for a Blood Drive:
Enter through Door 12(lower lot)
9:00 a.m. – 4:20 p.m.
✅ Walk-ins welcome or sign up online!

Upcoming Blood Drive Dates at THHS:
Feb 9
Apr 9

"Donating blood is a great way to get involved in the community. NHS is proud to host Memorial Blood Centers and we’re so thankful for everyone who has donated in the past and those who will donate in the future." – Brooklyn Nelson, THHS NHS

Spread the word and help save lives.

North Shore Storm 10U girls hockey Lucie Metzger #10 takes a victory lap after scoring winning goal in overtime against...
12/08/2025

North Shore Storm 10U girls hockey Lucie Metzger #10 takes a victory lap after scoring winning goal in overtime against Hibbing last weekend. Read more on our website.
Photo by Kiera Wilson

12/08/2025

UPDATE: 12.8.25
In a direct email communications with Aspirus the Lake County Press requested a response to how Aspirus would rebuild trust with customers who dealt with the stress of possibly losing their preferred local providers at Aspirus Lake View while they waited for a contract decision with a looming deadline for insurance open enrollment. This is their response:
“At Aspirus Lake View and Aspirus St. Luke’s, our top priority is creating healthy, thriving communities. To succeed in this challenging environment, we must secure the fair reimbursement that allows us to pay our excellent care team competitively and invest in the technology and services our patients expect and deserve. We are thankful for the trust and patience our communities have shown throughout this process.”
After weeks of uncertainty for patients at Lake View in Two Harbors and Silver Bay, Aspirus and BCBS announced Friday they have reached a contract agreement.
ASPIRUS AND BCBS SECURE AGREEMENT FOR LOCAL CARE ACCESS
December 7, 2025

by Kitty Mayo

Aspirus and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota have reached a new multi-year agreement that keeps Aspirus facilities in-network for members.

This includes Aspirus Lake View Hospital and clinics in Two Harbors and Silver Bay, ensuring uninterrupted access to care for residents.

The agreement is in effect through 2027, avoiding the end of local service at Lake View for those with BCBS-MN that would have expired on Dec. 31, 2025.

Update expected on 12/8/25.

12/07/2025

Julebyen is fun in the cold with Steve Solkela! Send your pics of this weekend in Knife River and watch for our online gallery.

12/06/2025

Hobby Horsing anyone? Julebyen 2025 in Knife River has added this mult-generational fun event and it looks like a success today! Add your pictures of Julebyen and stand by for more reports of the weekend's fun.
Hobby Horse racers: Ruth, Margaret, Britta and Ginny DeSutter, Rowan Hinkle

Cougar visits Duluth lakeside sparking public and school alerts after visiting the north shore!Cougar sightings along La...
12/06/2025

Cougar visits Duluth lakeside sparking public and school alerts after visiting the north shore!
Cougar sightings along Lake Superior spark fascination and precaution
Photos from Bre Bujold
by Kitty Mayo

On November 28, a rare visitor stunned residents of Duluth Township when a mountain lion—also called a cougar—was seen near the Lake Superior shoreline. The sighting occurred around 4 p.m., offering a glimpse of one of Minnesota’s most elusive predators.

Bre Bujold, who witnessed the animal, described the moment vividly.....read more below:

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