Prep Sports Preview: Hermantown boy's basketball
“We only graduated two players from last year and had a fantastic summer with our players.” -- Hawks coach Andy Fenske
Obit: Rolland Neal Mammenga
Rolland N. Mammenga, 91, of Hermantown, MN passed away on Monday November 17. 2025 in Essentia Health, St. Mary’s Medical Center. He was born on the family farm in Waterbury Township, MN on February 19, 1934, to William and Ida Mammenga. Rolland graduated from Mahnomen High School Class of
Hermantown football receives all-state academic awards
Hermantown earned Academic All-State recognitions in Class 4A football this week, collecting a Silver Award for team grade-point average while senior Bode Madill was named an individual Academic All-State selection. The Hawks posted a 3.18 team GPA, placing them in the Minnesota Football Coaches Association’s Silver tier for
Bulldogs clips Saints in men's hoops at Romano
The Bulldogs return to action Friday when they open the American Family Insurance Classic against No. 13 Michigan Tech
Howie: Monsters add elite DB, Delvon Randall
Randall played last year for the Orlando Predators in AF1 and emerged as one of the league’s premier defensive threats. He led AF1 in interceptions and became a centerpiece of the Predators’ secondary, routinely matching up with top receivers in tight coverage.
High School Boys Hockey Preseason Rankings
Section 7AA/7A 1. Hibbing-Chisholm 2. Hermantown 3. Duluth Marshall 4. Grand Rapids 5. Rock Ridge 6. Cloquet-Esko-Carlton 7. Duluth East 8. Forest Lake 9. Cambridge-Isanti 10. Greenway
Howie: Hermantown sports in the news
Martin Sleen named All-Minnesota, Hawks expected to battle Hibbing-Chisholm in 7A hockey
Obit: John Locker
John was a true inventor and serial entrepreneur — creative, relentless, and often years ahead of the market. In 1978, he brought the family back to Duluth and built the Courthouse Racquetball Club, which he operated until the mid-1990s.
Obit: Dale Hietala
Dale “Finn” Eugene Hietala, 88, of Duluth, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Dale was born in Duluth on May 30, 1937, to Norman and Ester Hietala. He was a proud 1956 graduate of Denfeld High School, where he distinguished himself as an all-city
Two arrested following fight at Super One store in West Duluth
Police said preliminary information shows the 15-year-old stole an item and left the store with the older man, identified as Brent Edwards. When the loss-prevention officer attempted to confront them, a physical struggle broke out.
Funding secured for new air traffic control tower
Airport officials say the project will enhance safety, improve operations and support economic growth in the region. With full funding, construction could begin as early as next year and is expected to generate hundreds of construction jobs.
Obit: Betty Lou Henson
She will be remembered for her unconditional love and avid enthusiasm for any and all games.
Obit: Michaeleen Lucy Kraemer
A generous and giving person, Mickie had a strong Catholic faith and, together with Danny, served for many years as ushers at their church.
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Obit: Virginia Kay Carlson
It was as a mother that she truly thrived, dedicating her life to raising her four children. The one thing that made Virginia prouder than anything else in this life was her grandchildren.
AF1
Arena Football One teams completed three signings and one release Monday as roster activity resumed across the league. Oregon signed defensive back Kevin Walker Jr., a 5-foot-11, 205-pound product of Central Missouri. Nashville added Justin Alexandre, a 6-foot-5, 275-pound linebacker/defensive lineman from Incarnate Word. Beaumont signed defensive back Kameron