Megan Buffington

Itasca County Attorney Jacob Fauchald expects the case to eventually go to trial, but there may be more legal maneuvering before then. Martin's next appearance is set for February 2026.

Plus: the first snowstorm of the season is expected to fall on the Northland on key Thanksgiving travel dates; and the United Way of Bemidji Area is coordinating two toy drives this holiday season.

The former Nashwauk High School and Keewatin Elementary will be demolished in the coming weeks. But a few remaining treasures were saved Nov. 21, 2025.

Plus: Petition aims to force public vote on Carlton-Wrenshall consolidation; alumni take one last trip through Nashwauk High School before demolition.

Secretary of State Steve Simon presented five St. Louis County election workers with Excellence in Election Awards on Nov. 20, 2025.

Plus: Secretary of State Steve Simon presented St. Louis County election workers with awards; and the Minnesota Department of Health presented two Northwest Minnesota practitioners with rural health awards.

And: PotlatchDeltic lumber mills lose Forest Stewardship Council certification over Bemidji workplace harassment; and Nashwauk-Keewatin is hosting liquidation sales for its old schools.

Plus: Itasca County Habitat for Humanity builds net-zero energy efficient homes; and Bemidji City Council member Audrey Thayer will serve on the Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities board.

The new building style is more affordable and saves families money by being more energy efficient, according to the nonprofit Habitat for Humanity.

Plus: The Bagley City Council is deliberating whether to expand its police department or disband it to contract with the Clearwater County Sheriff's Office; 3 Northlanders medaled at the state swimming and diving meet; and Northland football teams end season after semifinal losses.