Stella Mayerhoff, Report for America
Reporter - Mississippi River Headwaters regionStella Mayerhoff is a scientist-turned-journalist. She joined KAXE in July of 2026 as a Report for America corps member, and covers Minnesota’s headwaters region in partnership with the Mississippi River Basin Ag & Water Desk.
Previously, Stella wrote for Mongabay, the San Jose Mercury News, the Monterey Herald, and Stanford University’s Wu Tsai Neurosciences Institute. She was a Taylor/Blakeslee Fellow through the Council for the Advancement of Science Writing and earned a master’s degree in science communication from the University of California, Santa Cruz. The Society of Professional Journalists named her a regional finalist for the Mark of Excellence Award in Science/Environment Reporting.
When she’s not chasing a story, Stella enjoys spending her time with her cat, TBD, who owes his perfectly odd name to a moment of writer’s block.
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The rechargeable batteries are used in nearly every home and are generally safe but can be dangerous. -
Plus: Highway 71 has reopened between Turtle River and Tenstrike; and lithium-ion battery safety highlighted during Fire Prevention Week. -
Plus: the Minnesota Medical Association names a Moose Lake doctor as its president; and KAXE's voter guide for the 2026 midterms is now available.
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Property Watch is designed to keep property owners informed and offer a head start to combat fraud. -
Plus: Minnesota Department of Agriculture awards Farm to Food Security Grants
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The retired DNR forester gave a walking tour of his forest property as part of a Cass Soil and Water Conservation District forest management event.
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Retired DNR forester Gary Anderson gave a walking tour of his forest property as part of a Cass Soil and Water Conservation District habitat management event. -
Plus: Demuth-affiliated political action committee receives $10 million infusion.
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The Clean Water Legacy Partners Grants Program funds projects proposed by tribal entities, tribal governments and nonprofit organizations through the program. -
Plus: Early voting opened Sept. 18, 2026, for all eligible voters Minnesota; and Northern Minnesota tribes are among groups receiving Clean Water Legacy grants.
