First United Methodist Church (the Coppertop Church) in Duluth will host two concerts in July:
. Saturday, July 13 at 3 p.m. The Northern Lights Music Festival will present a chamber music concert in the sanctuary.
. Monday, July 15 at 6:30 p.m. Big Wave Dave and the Ripples will play an outdoor concert in the parking lot.
Minnesota signed wide receiver Jahmal Banks, a 6-foot-3, 215-pound target from Nebraska. Banks brings size and catch-radius to the Monsters’ evolving offensive system, adding another option for a team that has emphasized physical receivers throughout the offseason.
Minnesota officials framed the signing as another example of the franchise’s aggressive push under new owner Jacob Lambert, who has vowed to go “all-in” as the former, rebranded Duluth Harbor Monsters — winners of two straight league titles — move up to the stronger AF1.
Lana is survived by her daughter, Jodi (David) LaFontaine; grandsons, Adam (Chelsea) LaFontaine, James LaFontaine; great-grandchildren, Jaxson, Landon, and Mallorie LaFontaine; and many nieces and nephews.
“We only graduated two players from last year and had a fantastic summer with our players.” -- Hawks coach Andy Fenske
