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Get to know the volunteers behind the mic on KAXE. This week we find out more from longtime "On the River" and "After Dark" host and volunteer, the Intrepid Dennis Elj.

Lucy Michelle from Little Fevers takes time to talk about the band and their upcoming show at the Beltrami Block Party on Saturday, June 27, 2026.

KAXE's weekly list of concerts near you features Sam Miltich & Friends, Michael Gulezian, Kitchi Boogie, Corey Medina & Brothers, and Squid City Slingers.

Many were answering the call June 23, 2026, of the MN branch of the American Civil Liberties Union to pack the room in light of recent enforcement activity in the region.

The National Weather Service in Duluth issued an upgraded alert of a "destructive" thunderstorm June 29, 2026, but the storm passed through much calmer than expected.

The second round of severe thunderstorms on June 29, 2026, knocked out power for even more people than the first round did, with strong winds, large hail and heavy rain.

The Lumberjacks won their first state title in their eighth-straight tournament appearance. Proctor sophomore Laine Graves won the individual championship.

Nearly 9,000 acres are estimated to be burning in the BWCA as of July 13, 2026, and the closure is for public safety. The Boundary Waters is not expected to fully reopen this summer.

Extreme fire conditions caused some of the 17 wildfires burning in the Superior National Forest to rapidly spread July 13-14, 2026.

A 2025 inspection found the company failed to maintain equipment that monitored and reduced air pollution.

The size of the fires, weather conditions and remote location create a complex, long-term situation. Fires aren't expected to be fully out until it snows.

Bemidji Police Chief Mike Mastin says the Minnesota State Patrol is handling the ongoing investigation.

KAXE's weekly list of concerts near you features Aida Shahghasemi, Charlie Parr, Amanda Standalone, Emily LaPlant, Tattletale, The Jayhawks, Menstrual Tramps and more.

Soccer super fans Dan Gannon, Bianca Karjalainen and Chris Walker share their favorite moments partway through the 2026 World Cup. Hear more soccer talk Fridays at 8:40 a.m. on "Futbol is Life!"

In a Truth Social post, Trump endorsed Lindell and called him one of the "most hard working patriots."

Public comment on the draft is open July 10-Aug. 10, 2026. The county is also hosting informational meetings.

The American Veterinary Medical Association is reminding people to be mindful of the impacts of wildfire smoke on animals, too, amid hazardous air quality in Northern Minnesota.

Aug. 11 is primary election day, but voting is already underway in Minnesota. Learn more about how primaries work, where and when to vote and how to register.

The deaths of two Forestview Middle schoolers has sparked discussions about how the district handles bullying and the need to build community and address mental health challenges.

Financial assistance and tax breaks are available to tornado-impacted residents as the community works toward rebuilding after an EF-2 twister.