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STAFF BLOG EH? PLUS Bear news elsewhere
Its good to know that wild animal sightings make the news in places other than Duluth. A black bear made the news in Cottage Grove, Minn., when it was spotted multiple times early Wednesday in the Tw...
Posted on 5/16/13 at 12:00 AM
STAFF BLOG CAPITOL CHATTER Political notebook: Politicians learn how to deal with humor (joke, joke, joke)
By Don Davis Former Minnesota Gov. Jesse Ventura was the king of deadpanning, a trait that got him in trouble more than once. He often would deliver lines, giving no indication he was joking. After ...
Posted on 1/18/13 at 5:27 PM
WESTERN WISCONSIN SPORTS Boy Scouts, outdoor groups a winning combination
You might think handing a kid a saw or a large pruning shears would be asking for trouble. Instead, it might be the action that opens the childs eyes to all that is magical about the outdoors. On Satu...
Posted on 10/25/11 at 10:57 AM
Reader’s view: Snow is deep enough to be affecting moose 
I was just curious whether DNR veterinarian Erika Butler or Grand Portage Band Biology and Environment Director Seth Moore have been in the woods recently? Or have they been calling in their reports from the Bahamas? They said in the March 18 News Tribune story, “Wolves taking toll on Minnesota moose,” that below-average snowfall and normal temperatures were not affecting moose and deer.
March 26, 2013
Gogebic Taconite to seek exploration permit for potential mine
Gogebic Taconite, the company interested in building an open-pit iron ore mine in Northwestern Wisconsin’s Penokee Range near Lake Superior, is expected to file for an exploratory permit soon.
By Mike Simonson , March 20, 2013
Study: Asian carp spawning areas wider than expected
A Purdue University study released today says the aggressive fish are spawning in waters that had been considered too narrow or with currents too slow for their offspring to survive.
By Associated Press report , March 19, 2013
Wisconsin DNR: Nude beach closed on weekdays
Nudists from around the country have been traveling to the beach near Mazomanie for decades.
By Associated Press report , March 19, 2013
Wisconsin DNR, Chippewa tribes at odds over spearfishing number
The six bands say they intend to spear nearly 60,000 fish.
By Associated Press report , March 19, 2013
Enbridge seeks to pipe more Canada oil to Superior
UPDATE: As part of the project, Enbridge is seeking to build two new storage facilities in Superior.
By Associated Press report , March 18, 2013
Field reports: Ice shelters must be off most lakes in the area by tomorrow
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources reminds ice anglers in Northeastern Minnesota of ice shelter removal dates on lakes north of U.S. Highway 2. Dark houses, fish houses and portable shelters must be off the ice of inland lakes no later than midnight on Monday, March 18. For Minnesota-Canada border waters, the deadline for removal is March 31. Anglers are advised to remove shelters earlier if ice conditions warrant.
By Sam Cook , March 17, 2013
Mining enthusiasts and skeptics air views at Iron Range forum
More than 200 people attended a public meeting hosted by the Lake Superior Binational Forum at the Mesabi Range Community and Technical College. It was the final of three such meetings held in recent years.
By Janna Goerdt , March 15, 2013
Moratorium on wolf hunting passes Minnesota Senate committee
Opponents of wolf hunting won a victory Thursday as a Minnesota Senate panel voted 7-6 for a five-year moratorium on future wolf seasons.
By Danielle Killey , March 15, 2013
Poll finds support to delay next Minnesota wolf hunt
A pro-wolf group survey finds public pro-wolf sentiment.
By John Myers , March 11, 2013
Field reports: Minnesota fishing license prices rise
Anglers will find some changes when they buy their 2013 Minnesota fishing licenses, which are now on sale from license agents and online. Current (2012) Minnesota fishing licenses remain valid through April 30.
By Sam Cook , March 10, 2013
Lake County conservation easement deal moves forward
More than 10,000 acres of land in Lake County will be protected under a conservation easement deal the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources struck this winter with one of the largest private land owners in the state.
By Mike Creger , March 09, 2013
State approves Itasca County mining lease for Magnetation
Minnesota’s Executive Council on Wednesday approved a mining lease for Magnetation LLC to recover iron ore concentrate on state and county land near Coleraine.
By News Tribune staff , March 06, 2013
Input sought on Lake Vermilion, Soudan parks
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking public comment as it carries out an environmental review of proposed developments for recreation and camping facilities at the new Lake Vermilion and the existing Soudan Underground Mine state parks.
By News Tribune staff , March 05, 2013
Classes required for businesses seeking permits to operate in or near lakes
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will offer lake service provider training in Duluth from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Monday at First United Methodist Church, 230 E. Skyline Parkway.
By News Tribune staff , March 05, 2013
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