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2026 BWCAW Permit reservations available on January 28

Jan 28, 2026 07:51AM ● By Content Editor

Permit reservations for the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) will become available beginning at 9 a.m. (central time) on Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026. The permits cover the upcoming season, which runs from May 1 through September 30 - Boreal - Jan 25, 2026

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Exploding trees? Why the trees in Minnesota’s forests crack, not explode

Jan 27, 2026 10:32AM ● By Content Editor

A massive winter storm hit much of the United States over the weekend, bringing extremely cold wind chills and actual temperatures in the Midwest, branch-breaking ice in the South, and almost two feet of snow to New England - Boreal - Jan 27, 2026

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Free tax help through VITA returns to Cook County and Grand Portage for tax season

Jan 27, 2026 08:55AM ● By Content Editor

As of Monday, January 26, 2026, the Minnesota Department of Revenue and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) have begun accepting state individual income tax returns and federal tax returns for the 2025 tax year - Boreal - Jan 27, 2026

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WTIP North Shore Community Radio Announces New Format for Live Music Events

Jan 26, 2026 12:35PM ● By Content Editor

WTIP North Shore Community Radio announces a change in format for live music events in the coming year. The decision is based on a combination of factors that include reduced funding from the Minnesota Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund, and uncertainty related to future funding - WTIP - Jan 26, 2026

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Grand Marais and Tofte mushers take second and third in Beargrease 120

Jan 26, 2026 11:52AM ● By Content Editor

The 41st running of the Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon kicked off on Sunday, January 26, in Duluth. While those in the marathon are still on the trails, the 120-mile racers began crossing the finish line at Trestle Inn in Finland, MN, this morning.

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Meet your Cook County Neighbor: Sarah Stover

Jan 26, 2026 10:58AM ● By Editor

Come learn more about your Cook County friend and neighbor, Sarah Stover - Boreal - January 24, 2026

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MN GOP candidate quits, 60 MN CEOs demand de-escalation, and Senator calls for Noem’s impeachment after federal killing of Alex Pretti

Jan 26, 2026 10:56AM ● By Content Editor

Over the weekend, a 37-year old man, identified as Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse at the Minneapolis VA Hospital, was shot and killed by a border patrol officer in Minneapolis on Saturday - Boreal - Jan 26, 2026

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MN DNR seeks public comments on the Lake Superior Coastal Program assessment, strategy

Jan 25, 2026 05:51AM ● By Content Editor

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is soliciting public comments on the draft 2026-2030 Assessment and Strategy for Minnesota’s Lake Superior Coastal Program - MN DNR - Jan 25, 2026

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North Shore Health Expands Local Access to Advanced Pain Care Through Collaboration with Holistic Pain Management (HPM)

Jan 24, 2026 04:38AM ● By Editor

This collaboration aligns with North Shore Health’s focus on whole-person care and long-term wellness - North Shore Health - January 24, 2026

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Minnesotans observe statewide "Day of Truth & Freedom" economic strike amidst frigid conditions

Jan 23, 2026 11:03AM ● By Content Editor

ICE Out of Minnesota Day of Truth & Freedom is a statewide day of action in Minnesota taking place today, Friday, January 23. The economic strike is organized by ISAIAH, the nonprofit coalition of Minnesota faith and community groups, and numerous unions.

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