Howie: Vikings burning it down
Every move is sold as “strategic.” Every mistake is “part of the process.” Every loss is “valuable learning.” It’s a corporate PowerPoint in shoulder pads. This isn’t football anymore. It’s asset management in cleats.
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Howie: Bulldogs, Viktor Plante, Mirage, Jason Watt
There’s something quietly magnetic about Jason Watt on a Bulldogs hockey broadcast. He’s not trying to sound like anyone else. He doesn’t force energy or jargon. He just explains the game — clearly, comfortably, and with the kind of authenticity that comes only from having lived it.
Howie: C.J. Ham’s clock is ticking
The likeliest play is a polite handshake extension — one year, maybe two, at something closer to $2 million per. A team-friendly, locker-room-cred deal.
Bulldogs blank St. Cloud to begin four-game homestand
Adam Gajan stopped all 18 shots he faced and Minnesota Duluth rolled to a 4-0 victory over St. Cloud State on Friday night. Adam Kleber broke a scoreless tie late in the first period with a goal at 14:02, assisted by Ty Hanson. The Bulldogs (1-0) extended their lead
AF1 Transactions — November 7, 2025
Arena Football One teams were active Friday as several franchises made roster moves ahead of the 2026 season. Beaumont led the day with three signings, bolstering both sides of the ball. The Renegades added defensive lineman Sidney Jones of Southern Connecticut State, wide receiver Jaydan Barral from Tyler Junior College,
DECC to host Tourism Industry Update
Tourism professionals and community leaders will gather at the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center on Thursday, Nov. 14, for the fall Tourism Industry Update, a luncheon event designed to share insights and strengthen collaboration across the city’s visitor economy. The event will begin with networking at 11:30 a.m.
AF1 Today: Monsters, Kats announce new signings
DULUTH, Minn. — The Minnesota Monsters have reloaded their roster ahead of the 2026 Arena Football One season, announcing the signings of 13 new players as the franchise prepares for its first year in the league. The Monsters added a mix of veteran experience and young athleticism, highlighted by newcomers De’
Howie: AF1 CEO Kurz bullish about Duluth franchise, DECC Arena
Jerry Kurz on the Monsters: “Very strong franchise. We’re very selective. I get calls every week from people who want to join. But we have to be sure they’re giving something back to the community. Jake (Lambert, owner) and Steve (Walters, general manager and minority owner) want that."
AF1 Today: Transactions
Arena Football One teams were active this week with roster moves ahead of the 2026 season. Washington placed two players on league suspension, while Michigan and Beaumont made multiple additions. League Suspensions . Jaiave Magalei, quarterback, Washington — 6-foot-3, 230 pounds, East Texas A&M . Faleaoga Russell, offensive lineman, Washington — 6-foot-5,
Longtime WDIO 10/13 news anchor Danielson to retire
“We are so happy for Darren and his wife Vicki to be embarking on their great adventure of retirement.” -- WDIO General Manager Deb Messer
Howie: The city budget they don't want you to understand
Local Government Aid alone covers nearly $35 million, about one-third of the budget. It’s the difference between black ink and red. Lose even 5 percent of that aid, and Duluth’s “balanced” budget implodes by millions. That’s not financial strength — that’s dependence disguised as stability.
DECC to host 9th Duluth Winter Village
The Duluth Winter Village will return for its ninth year Dec. 6–7 with expanded attractions, local vendors and festive holiday spirit along the Lake Superior waterfront. The annual celebration, held outdoors along Harbor Drive and inside the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center, runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.
Build North Expo headed to the Heritage Center
“Two things we’ve heard constantly over the years are that people want to start planning and building earlier in the year, and that they want to connect with experts who can take them from start to finish on their projects. That’s what the Build North Expo will do.” -- ABA's Lindsey Whitlinger
Hanson receives weekly honor
Bullogs sophomore defenseman Ty Hanson has been named the National Collegiate Hockey Conference Defenseman of the Week for the second time this season. The Hermantown native led all NCHC players with seven blocked shots in last weekend’s series against No. 8 North Dakota, including four in Friday’s 4-3
St. Scholastica celebrates first-generation college students
The College of St. Scholastica is recognizing the achievements of first-generation college students, faculty and staff this week during First-Generation Celebration Week. The annual event honors those who are the first in their families to pursue higher education. This year’s featured lecture will be presented by Dr. Emily Woster
Howie: Gophers men's hoops rebuild won't happen overnight
No one’s saying a banner’s coming soon — heck, we’d settle for a .500 record and a home win over Iowa. But watch closely. You’ll see something forming here, underneath the dust and the growing pains. A plan. A pulse. A program.