Howie: Bulldogs split at North Dakota, UMD-UWS men's hoops exhibition Monday
UMD sophomore forward Max Plante continues his strong start.
Howie: Division I rural health teaching
This isn’t science fiction; it’s how rural medicine is already evolving. Duluth could simply be the first to turn it into curriculum — a digital rural residency, training doctors to serve wider geographies with smarter tools.
Howie: The Gift From the North
If the nation is wise enough to listen north, it will find the answers waiting. Because up here, health care isn’t just a profession. It’s a promise. And we keep our promises close to home.
Howie: Policy from the North
If Washington has the humility to learn from Dr. Herman and Essentia's story, it might just rediscover what leadership in health care looks like — steady, patient, and powered by people who measure progress one healed life at a time.
Howie: Un-burdening the healers
Nationally, analysts note that Duluth’s homegrown health system has achieved what many academic centers still struggle with: integrating digital health records, preventive outreach, and local trust into a cohesive care network.
Howie: The doctor will text you now
Health systems from across the country — and even from Canada — have begun studying Essentia Health's model of “rural integration,” which marries technology with value-based care contracts that reward prevention over procedures.
Howie: Laura Lee the next television anchor voice of the Northland
You can sense Lee's broadcast discipline the moment the red light clicks on. Her voice carries polish without pretense, her cadence deliberate but not cold. She has that calm, centered presence that suggests she’s not there to perform — she’s there to communicate.
Howie: Darren Danielson, WDIO's statesman
That perfectionism has made WDIO what it is — the region’s dominant newscast for years running. Viewers know exactly what they’ll get: no chaos, no stunts, just clean, confident journalism. Danielson’s the face of that brand, but also its conscience.
Howie: Dan Hanger’s quiet reign over the Twin Ports airwaves
If you watch Hanger closely, you’ll notice he occasionally glances at the prompter with a smirk, like he’s reminding himself not to take any of it too seriously. That’s a healthy instinct in an industry where self-importance runs rampant.
Howie: When hospitals become economic engines
Dr. David Herman sees hospitals as ecosystems — living, breathing networks that keep small towns from disappearing. Duluth’s skyline now offers proof in steel and glass. The new St. Mary’s Medical Center doesn’t just treat patients. It sends a message: downtown Duluth still matters.
Howie: Monsters’ leap to Arena Football One marks a defining moment for Duluth sports
The Monsters’ place in AF1 provides Duluth with a team competing at the highest level currently available in indoor football. It offers players a chance to prove themselves in a national setting, and it offers fans a more polished, credible product.
Howie: Monsters joining AF1 — and swear they’re staying in Duluth
“We are not going anywhere. We are Duluth’s team. We came from Duluth, and Duluth got us to where we’re at right now.” -- Minnesota Monsters CEO Steve Walters
St. Louis County issues statement on passing of former Auditor Don Dicklich
Dicklich, originally from Hibbing, brought a wealth of private sector experience with him when he was appointed Auditor/Treasurer. He was honored by the Minnesota Association of County Officers as Auditor of the Year in 2016.
Howie: Duluth's rental fever
A city’s health isn’t measured by population spikes or press releases. It’s measured by whether the people who teach your kids, clean your clinics, plow your streets, and serve your coffee can afford to live within its limits.
Duluth to host World Juniors pre-tournament exhibitions
The pre-tournament games will give national teams a chance to adjust to time zones and North American-sized rinks, which are smaller than international ice surfaces.
Howie: The Gold Seal of Trust
“We are so fortunate and proud to have not one but two AMS-certified meteorologists. Justin and Sabrina have the passion and dedication needed to provide incredible forecasting to our community.” -- Debra Messer, WDIO's Vice President and General Manager