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  • HTF will publish a full obituary and a photo (if desired) on our website free of charge.
  • HTF will publish an abbreviated obituary (no photos) in the print edition of the newspaper free of charge.

HOW TO PAY FOR A FULL OBITURARY:

  • A full obituary and a photo (if desired) published in the print edition of the newspaper is charged by the column inch.
  • Once HTF receives the obituary, photo and your request for a full obituary, we will provide you with the cost prior to publication.
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The deadline for submission of the print edition obituaries (both full and abbreviated) is first thing Thursday morning, although sooner is always better.

Please email: editor@htfnews.us

New historic displays at Mt. Iron City Hall; July 4th parade and fun planned downtown



From the City Council: ACTION TAKEN AT THE JUNE 6, 2016, MEETING: Approved an easement with Minnesota Power and RGG Land & Minerals to provide primary power to Woodland Estates Development at an estimated cost of $8,500. Approved the proposed Woodland Estates Plat Development as presented. Adopted Resolution 29-16 approving the issuance of general obligation improvement refunding bonds, Series 2016A […]

More Mountain Iron 4th of July news



MT. IRON – The SAL (Sons of the Legion) of American Legion Post 220 is sponsoring prize and cash bingo at the Mountain Iron Senior Center downtown Mountain Iron on Monday, July 4, at 12 noon. There will be 27 games played, including picture frame and coverall. Spend the morning in downtown Mountain Iron. Coffee and pastry will be served […]

SALOME’S STARS



LEO (July 23 to August 22) The Big Cat’s animal magnetism has rarely been stronger. You can either just bask in all that admiration or use it to your advantage, especially in the workplace. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Someone who previously balked at cooperating with you on a project suddenly has a change of heart. Accept both help […]

Lawn edging





Lawn edging, whether inexpensive (brick, concrete, plastic, wood) or expensive (granite, aluminum, copper) will help keep grass out of the garden beds. The practicality and longevity of each material must be weighed against the job of keeping the grass and garden separate. The first step in laying the edging is to cut in deeply with a flat spade. A minimum […]

SpaceLIFT



Decorator Secret: Don’t Forget The Budget! How To: Working out what you need and how much it’s going to cost is not an exciting part of interior decorating, but a very necessary one. You need to make realistic estimates on materials and labor or you may be faced with unpleasant surprises along the way. Think about what you need to […]

Online voting for a new parks and trails license plate ends July 4



Three finalists in the contest to design a Minnesota state parks and trails license plate were revealed this morning, and online voting to select a winner has begun. People can see the finalists and cast a vote for the winning plate by 5 p.m. Monday, July 4, at www.mndnr.gov/ parksplate. The winner will be announced Wednesday, July 6. “It has […]

Two black bears collared at Vince Shute Wildlife sanctuary in Orr



ORR – The American Bear Association (ABA) announced that they have collaborated with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and the Minnesota Bear Guides Association in the collaring of two adult female black bears, one of which has a cub. The Minnesota Bear Guides Association has aided the ABA with funding for this project to gain a better understanding of […]

St. Louis County Board sees AIS inspection/decontamination demonstration



ST. LOUIS COUNTY – St. Louis County commissioners were able to see firsthand the work being done to prevent the spread of Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS). On Tuesday, the Sportsmen’s Club of Lake Vermilion and the North St. Louis Soil and Water Conservation District demonstrated for Board members the watercraft inspection and decontamination process that is now being done at […]

Bridge replacement project begins next week on Hwy. 21 near Babbitt



BABBITT – A portion of County State Aid Highway 21 northwest of Babbitt will close beginning Tuesday, July 5. The closure is necessary as construction crews replace the old bridge that spans the Birch River. The project is expected to last until early October. A detour will be posted, directing motorists to use County Road 583 (Virginia Ely Road), CR […]

Brad Matuszak named HCC men’s basketball coach



HIBBING – Hibbing Community College (HCC) announced the appointment of Brad Matuszak as the new head coach for the men’s basketball team. Matuszak has been coaching for the past 16 seasons with over 21 years of total experience. His most recent position was as the head girls basketball coach at Eveleth- Gilbert High School from 2010-2016. Prior to that Matuszak […]