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KAXE Staff Phenologist John Latimer provides his weekly assessment of nature in Northern Minnesota. This is the week of Jan. 9, 2023.

Minnesota writer Marjorie Mathison Hance discusses her North Lakes Murder Mystery Series, inspiration, writing process and upcoming novel.

Amal El-Mohtar's novella "The River Has Roots" is steeped in folklore and brims with magic, with elements as a direct consequence of grief.

100+ Women Who Care - Itasca Area is hosting a fundraising event for a local nonprofit, to be chosen at the event by attendees.

Andy Tri joined the "KAXE Morning Show" to chat about bear behavior. He is the bear project leader with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Forest Wildlife Populations and Research Group.

Warroad, Proctor-Hermantown and Bemidji represented the rural Northland in the girls hockey state tourney. Bemidji was the consolation runners-up.

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.

Watermark Art Center story slam host Ann Marie Newman on the power of story, what makes a good storytelling performance and the connective aspect of sharing our moments with strangers

Lately toured the city and surrounding area over the weekend of June 3-4, 2023, as part of a collaboration with tourism marketing organization Visit Grand Rapids.

Award-winning and best-selling writer Jennifer Ackerman returns with a fascinating scientific investigation into owls.

Cornelia Maude Spelman’s new book helps parents show their children that it is not hard to see what is true and what is not.

Having just moved to the Bemidji area, Amelia Kaiser has found a new home and new sources of inspiration for art.

"Unbound" by Bizhiki is KAXE's Album of the Week for July 22-28, 2024.

New book recommendations from children's librarian Tracy Kampa include stories from Deborah Underwood, a debut from Ruth Chan, and Gordan Korman.

During the week of Jan. 20, 2026, we enjoy reports of fluorescent lichens, graupel snow, and more. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds.

Amanda Shires is performing at the 2023 Grand Rapids Riverfest, Saturday, September 9. Her latest album is a collaboration with the late Bobbie Nelson, sister of Willie, called "Loving You."

Students and listeners from across the state send in their nature reports. Depending on the season, reports may cover wildflowers, wildlife, weather and other wonders.

KAXE's weekly list of concerts near you features The 4onthefloor, Conga Se Menne, Sam Miltich and the Clearwater Hot Club and the 35th Annual Bluegrass Weekend Music in the Pines.

Gov. Tim Walz's sudden surge into national politics has Minnesotans talking, including about the history that could be made if Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan is appointed to fill the remainder of his seat.

KAXE's weekly list of concerts near you features Teague Alexy, Boxcar, Catching Clarity and Thor Leseman with Ida Metsberg.