Columns
Healthy for Life
Slip into summertime; celebrate sunshine, graduates and dadsBy Julie Asbach
HTF Columnist
SALLYWORLD:
Don’t chortle when someone’s on a 911 call and be sure to finish your cerealBy Mark Yuccas
HTF Columnist
Range History
THIS MONTH IN MINNESOTA HISTORY
| June 14, 2019
June 19 1816: Twenty-four people are killed in the “Seven...
THIS MONTH IN MINNESOTA HISTORY
| June 7, 2019
June 9 1871: A court orders an injunction against construction...
THIS MONTH IN MINNESOTA HISTORY
| May 31, 2019
June 1 1849: Minnesota Territory is legally organized when territorial...
Our Iron Range history: The emigrant journey to Minnesota
By Allyse Freeman
HTF Contributor | May 24, 2019
The “Emigrant Journey” exhibit provides each visitor with a boarding...
Contributor
A must-do adventure, but you’re gonna get wet!
Our road trip to visit the beautiful, incredible Niagara FallsBy Betty Pond
HTF Contributor | June 14, 2019
Memories of Dad from a loving daughter
Not expected to survive, Hupila lived a full life of 87 yearsBy Karen Lucachick
HTF Contributor | June 14, 2019
Shhh! The baby’s awake
Kids make Father’s Day (possible) specialBy Leo Wilenius
HTF Contributor | June 14, 2019
Rigatoni dinner fundraiser in Aurora on Saturday, June 29
His 20th Habitat 500: 10,000 miles for simple, decent homesBy Becca Nissila
HTF Contributor | June 14, 2019
Obituaries
Merlys E. (Dougherty) Pankratz
| June 14, 2019
Merlys E. (Dougherty) Pankratz, 72, of Eveleth, passed away Thursday,...
Rosella J. Potocnik
| June 14, 2019
Rosella J. Potocnik, 92, of Virginia, formerly of Eveleth, died...
Feature
Ready for two days of fabulous festival fun?
| June 14, 2019
VIRGINIA — The 43rd annual Land of the Loon Ethnic...
CLOSE TO HOME
By Jennifer Osufsen
HTF Columnist | June 14, 2019
“Having one child makes you a parent. Having two kids...
An invitation to walk the divide that unites us
| June 14, 2019
VIRGINIA — Those of us who drive north on Hwy....
Business
Warning against precious metals investment scams issued
| June 14, 2019
The Minnesota Department of Commerce is warning Minnesotans about an investment scheme from Metals.com, an unregistered California-based precious metals company. Company representatives are coldcalling elderly residents across the nation to...
Exports up 1.5 percent in the first quarter of 2019
| June 14, 2019
Minnesota exports grew to $5.4 billion, representing growth of 1.5 percent between the first quarters of 2018 and 2019, according to a report released today by the Minnesota Department of...
Future deadlines include Sept. 16 and Jan. 15, 2020
| June 14, 2019
The Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers who pay estimated taxes that Monday, June 17, is the deadline for the second estimated tax payment for 2019. Examples of those who often...
Adventure awaits at MSO’s North of Broadway concerts
By Rena Hartman
HTF Contributor | June 7, 2019
VIRGINIA/ELY — Mesabi Symphony Orchestra (MSO) is presenting two fundraising concerts, one on Friday, June 14, in Virginia and the second one on Saturday, June 15, in Ely. Titled “North...
At NRRI, waste resources being recycled into specialty soils
By June Breneman
NRRI | June 7, 2019
In northeast Minnesota where the bedrock is near the surface, soils are a valuable commodity. The Minnesota Department of Transportation, for instance, needs soils with specific drainage properties for their...
Focus on Veterans
VA launches neww health care options under MISSIONMISSIO Act
| June 14, 2019
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) launched its new and improved Veterans Community Care Program on June 6, 2019, implementing portions of the VA...
DOJ drops its appeal, decision is victory for Blue Water Navy veterans
| June 14, 2019
“Vietnam Veterans of America applauds the decision by the Department of Justice to drop its appeal of the federal court decision overturning Hass vs. Peake...
UWNEMN’s United for Veterans program grows
| June 7, 2019
BIWABIK – Forty-nine women gathered at Giants Ridge in May for healing, relaxation and relationship-building. The women were all veterans, ranging in age from 34...
From veterans to refugeesgees in Vietnam War era
| May 31, 2019
Student leader Bill Tilton addresses an anti-war rally at the University of Minnesota in May 1970. Submitted photo.After nearly two years of work, the Minnesota...
MDR reminds military service members about state tax benefits
| May 31, 2019
This National Military Appreciation Month the Minne- reminds members of the military and their families about the valuable militaryrelated tax benefits available to them in...
After the death of her son Frank in WWII
By Janet Eichholz
HTF Contributor | May 24, 2019
Mary and John Hautala were the parents of Frank Edward Hautala, who died in World War II. Submitted photos.Anna Maria Sikkila, known by her shortened...
Home & Garden Tips
Cut down on waste at your next party
| June 14, 2019
With music playing, beverages flowing and delicious food available, it’s...
Make campfires safe and enjoyable
| June 7, 2019
Who doesn’t look forward to sitting around a crackling campfire...
How we can bring beneficial bees back
| May 31, 2019
Bees, birds and butterflies play integral roles in pollinating many...
Explore ways to improve home curb appeal
| May 24, 2019
One way to improve curb appeal and set a property...
Pets
Safely take dogs for wilderness walks
| June 14, 2019
Hiking is a rewarding, healthy activity that can help people...
Ways to protect our pets in case of fire
| June 7, 2019
A fire at home can cause fear and anxiety. When...
Safety tips in traveling with pets in the car
| May 31, 2019
Many people can recognize the familiar image of a car...
Cats are as vulnerable to the effects of ticks as dogs
| May 31, 2019
Though they might be most often associated with dogs, ticks...
Former handler and military dog reunite
| May 24, 2019
Military working dog (MWD) Kkeaton, who bravely served as a...
