LCO fights mine with harvest camp
The Lac Courte Oreilles tribe is trying a unique way to help the Bad River tribe stop the proposed iron ore mine in the Penokees. They’re gathering wi...
Recovery underway
One by one, Carolyn Hanson and Dan Nichols are rebuilding their cookbook collection. Last year, all theirs — more than 1,000 — were lost when four fee...
Flood leaves UWS better prepared
The University of Wisconsin-Superior was awash with floodwaters one year ago Thursday.
Sky high opportunity
Math may be Alexandra “Lexie” Thompson’s favorite class, but not for the facts or figures. It’s because of the planes. The windows of the Superior Mid...
Arizona man faces arraignment in Superior shooting
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Christin Weir of Duluth wiped tears from her eyes before taking the stand today in Douglas County Circuit Court.
RELATED CONTENTBennett board weighs liquor license after drug charges
A bar temporarily closed after law enforcement officers found a stolen gun and marijuana on premise could close for good.
Superior runner completes marathons in 50 states after giving up cigarettes
Sixty-four-year-old Tim Sandor, who grew up in Ashland and has lived in Superior since 1975, found running enjoyable and has kept with it for more than 30 years.
RELATED CONTENTDr., brother killed in Madeline Island plane crash
Sheriff Mick Brennan identifies the victims as the pilot, 63-year-old Dr. Richard Renwick, and his brother, 58-year-old Bruce Renwick from Waunakee.
Northland man died while running — and running saved his life
RICK LUBBERS COLUMN: Scott Pearson died while running, and running saved his life. The latter part of that paradox will bring the 62-year-old Poplar resident back to the race where his life nearly ended a year ago.
RELATED CONTENTLooking back: Chronology, photos and video of the June 2012 Northland flooding
An hour-by-hour chronology of the devastating flooding that hit Duluth, Superior and the Northland in June 2012.
RELATED CONTENT- Duluth flooding
- Photo gallery: Duluth-area flood, June 2012
- Photo gallery: June 20 flood
- Photo gallery: June 2012 flood damage in Duluth
- Photo gallery: Reader-submitted flood photos
- Photo gallery: Aerial photos of Duluth flooding - Wednesday, June 20, 2012
- Photo gallery: Northland flood aftermath - June 21, 2012
- Photo gallery: Moose Lake flooding, June 2012
- Photo gallery: Aerial photos of Northland flooding - Thursday, June 21, 2012
- Photo gallery: Northland flooding - Friday, June 22
- Photo Gallery: Thomson flooding aftermath
- Photo gallery: Carlton County flooding, June 21, 2012
Residents file suit for post-flooding storm damage
The city of Superior is denying flood damage claims filed in Douglas County Circuit Court by residents of the city’s 15th Avenue East and East 10th Street area.
Photo of the Day
A fishing boat passes behind the statue on Barkers Island in Superior. (Jed Carlson/jcarlson@superiortelegram.com)
Featured Staff Blogs
THE WANNABE BIRDERA hairy and a hummer
Carolyn Quick, who lives between Ely and Tower, came up with unique photo perspectives on two backyard birds. Let's start with this amazing picture of a hairy woodpecker: Carolyn says she surprised h...
6/19/13 at 11:21 AM
FORUM COMMUNICATIONS CO.Grand Forks Herald Publisher Mike Jacobs to retire in 2014
By Robb Jeffries Grand Forks Herald GRAND FORKS, N.D. - Grand Forks Herald Publisher Mike Jacobs has announced he will retire March 31. Jacobs, who became publisher in 2004, has held numerous positi...
6/19/13 at 9:56 AM
EH? PLUSPeek in the neighbor’s garden
Local gardeners are offering the garden-curious a chance to sneak a peek. The Longview Garden Clubs annual self-guided garden tour, A Peek at the Neighbors Spring Gardens, is 4-6 p.m. Sunday. Tickets...
6/19/13 at 12:00 AM
OUTDOORS WITH SAM COOKWilderness canoeing in Ontario's Quetico Provincial Park
Last week, six of us made an eight-day trip through Ontario's Quetico Provincial Park, starting at Nym Lake, just north of the park, and paddling to Mudro Lake near Ely. We caught walleyes, lake tro...
6/18/13 at 2:03 PM
EDITOR'S INBOXBBB says Look Ahead before Leaping into a Reverse Mortgage
Explore your options and ask questions With the cost of living on the rise, some senior citizens are finding themselves on shaky financial ground. This trend has led to companies offering reverse mort...
6/18/13 at 10:28 AM
Featured Area Voices
IN THE BLACKSunmart - $5 off $50
On page A5 of today's Forum there is a coupon for $5 off any $50 or more purchase at Sunmart from June 19- June 22 (Wed-Sat). It may not seem like a lot but is an easy way to save $5, or 10 percent i...
6/19/13 at 8:06 AM
THE DIRTVolunteer update
I know it hasn't been that long since my original post on this grapevine-looking volunteer, but I just had to add this. On Monday I moved the armillary in that garden to the spot where the volunteer ...
6/19/13 at 7:39 AM
THE NEW FORTYTry a different sign...
Of all the jobs I could not do, sign holding during construction season is one of them. I do not think I could stand in the same place all day without some level of engagement with other folks. Even i...
6/18/13 at 10:11 PM
THE PERIPHERYA Nazi in Minnesota: A Re-examination of Justice
The allegation that a man in Northeast Minneapolis was a murdering Nazi has received national attention. It has also polarized the publics response. The case is "perfect" for doing so. Michael Karkoc...
6/18/13 at 7:57 AM
HOME IMPROVEMENT WITH ANDY LINDUSTechnological Advances that Allow Seniors to Live at Home Longer
A recent AARP survey shows that over 90% of seniors wish to live in their home as they age, rather than living in assisted care facilities or nursing homes. This statistic is anything but earth shatte...
6/17/13 at 7:15 AM
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