Quote Me, Howie: Roger Reinert on the city's tourism marketing RFP
"But we have worked extremely hard in this first year to do things the right way, and do what I said we would do: keep property taxes low, improve public safety, increase housing, fix our streets, and develop our commercial tax base." -- Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert
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Obit: Robert Ronald Slater
Completing a life both rugged and tender, Robert Ronald Slater, 85, passed away peacefully on his Mahtowa farm Monday, November 17, 2025. He was surrounded by family, friends and caring neighbors during his final days. Born to Roy and Pauline Slater on Nov. 21, 1939 in Hope, North Dakota, Robert
Minnesota adds size at receiver; Michigan bolsters secondary
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.
Howie: Monsters sign WR Jahmal Banks
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.
Obit: Lana Anderson
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.