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Mt. Itasca is hosting Snojam, a snowboarding event, as well as the Redwing Central Division Championships of Ski Jumping Feb. 28-March 1, 2026, in Coleraine.
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Scrawled across the front cover of Philadelphia band Remember Sports’ new album is a Geoffrey Chaucer quote, "The lyf is so short, the craft so long to lerne.”
Is the craft in question music making? Is it the ability to navigate adulthood as you move through life? Or to understand the complexities of the countless interpersonal relationships that you will have (both explored eloquently on the album by lead singer Carmen Perry)? What’s clear is the band has “lerned” their craft on their fifth album, The Refrigerator, an exceptional blend of indie-rock, punk, country and folk. It's KAXE's Album of the Week. - MK
Is the craft in question music making? Is it the ability to navigate adulthood as you move through life? Or to understand the complexities of the countless interpersonal relationships that you will have (both explored eloquently on the album by lead singer Carmen Perry)? What’s clear is the band has “lerned” their craft on their fifth album, The Refrigerator, an exceptional blend of indie-rock, punk, country and folk. It's KAXE's Album of the Week. - MK
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Events Up North March 2-7: Fat bike rally in Bemidji, sing-along in Grand Rapids
Events this week include a snowshoe hike in Chisholm, a People Powered Party celebrating a beer brewed in KAXE's honor, and a symphony orchestra showcase in Bemidji.
Grand Rapids, Hibbing, Northern Lakes, Warroad make boys hockey state tourney
The four teams will represent rural Northern Minnesota in the state tournament March 4-7, 2026, in the Twin Cities.
Staples-Motley back-to-back state wrestling champs; UNC consolation champs
The Cardinals' dominant run at the state tournament ended with another championship Feb. 26, 2026. United North Central's more mixed results resulted in a fifth-place finish.
79-year-old Osage woman identified as victim in Feb. 18 house fire
Anita Charlene Gruel was pronounced dead at the scene. Her son Charles Lane Gruel was treated for injuries caused by the fire. The fire is still under investigation.
Chief Judge Schiltz: ‘One way or another, ICE will comply with this court’s orders’
Federal judges have excoriated the Trump administration for directing immigration agents to carry out mass arrests and detention without warrants under a new legal theory that contradicts decades of precedent.
State patrol IDs 4 killed, 1 injured in head-on crash near Mille Lacs Lake
The crash on Highway 169 is the state’s deadliest in nearly three years, and the second in that area that occurred this week.
Jury finds Red Lake mother guilty of 6 counts of murder, arson
Jennifer Stately, 37, was tried in a Minneapolis federal court for the murders of her two sons, ages 5 and 6, on the Red Lake Nation in March 2024.
Jury finds Red Lake mom guilty of murder, arson; 4 killed, 1 injured in crash near Grand Casino Mille Lacs
Plus: Hubbard County man charged with threatening state lawmakers; and Hibbing Public Schools is bracing for a potential strike from the union representing support staff.
Staples-Motley Referendum 2026 Election Guide
Staples-Motley is asking voters to approve $55 million in new bonds that would replace old debt, thereby not increasing taxes. The money would be used to update both schools.
Trump administration to halt some Medicaid funding to Minnesota
Gov. Tim Walz describes the move as a "campaign of retribution."
Question of the Week: What was your first job?
From golf courses to beaches to shopping malls, we heard from many of you this week about your first jobs.
Aitkin Referendum 2026 Election Guide
Voters will decide on Aitkin's latest attempt to build a new elementary school on April 14, 2026. The new ask is about one-third less than the November 2025 referendum.
When our neighbors are in need of food, organizations and volunteers across Northern Minnesota step up. Food shelves, community meals and soup kitchens aim to the fill the gaps.
With The Setlist, KAXE's Music Team curates the best live music to catch each week across Northern Minnesota and beyond.
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During the week of Feb. 17, 2026, we enjoy reports of Great Horned Owls calling and critters snacking on sugary maple sap. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds.
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