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This week, we've been asking about the things you made in shop or home economics class.

From sporting events to first days of school, annual festivals to spontaneous gatherings, moments of triumph or devastating tragedies, Kohls documented it as part of the first draft of history.

During the Phenology Report for the week of Nov. 11, 2025, Staff Phenologist John Latimer covers the changing colors of snowshoe hares, the predicted arrival of snow cover, and more.

Hayley Krischer ("The Falling Girls"; "Something Happened to Ali Greenleaf") returns with a thrilling story exploring class and the dark side of the wellness and beauty industry in "You Belong to Me."

During the week of Nov. 18, 2025, we enjoy reports of new ice, Northern Lights, and a close-up look at a shrike's (in)digestion. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds.

During the Phenology Report for the week of Nov. 18, 2025, Staff Phenologist John Latimer explains where to find green (and red) in winter and fields reports of foxes and otters.

During the Phenology Report for the week of Dec. 2, Staff Phenologist John Latimer covers first minus temperatures, bohemian and cedar waxwings, grosbeaks, owls, star-nosed moles and more.

It's time to start thinking about gift-giving as the holidays approach. What are some things that you like to make to give to others?

Pam Perry, our favorite retired non-game wildlife biologist, talks about the Christmas Bird Count and Pine Grosbeaks with Heidi Holtan and our Staff Phenologist John Latimer.

The Grand Rapids Itasca Mountain Bike Association has a mission to increase mountain bike opportunities for all ages and abilities — and all seasons.

This week, we asked about your holiday cookie favorites and traditions. We also had a special in-studio guest on "What's for Breakfast." Nancy Shaw not only talked cookies, but brought a plate in to KAXE!

“Area Voices” is a segment on the KAXE Morning Show that focuses on the art and history of Northern Minnesota. Host Andrew Dziengel looks back at some highlights in 2025.

During the Phenology Report for the week of Jan. 6, 2026, Staff Phenologist John Latimer remarks on the ferocity of muskrats and the big brains of winter chickadees.

During the week of Jan. 6, 2026, we enjoyed an inspiring interview with our partnering phenology teacher at Little Falls Middle School, Chad Kaddatz.

"Minnesota Star Tribune" columnist Aaron Brown talks media consumption and the state of library funding in Minnesota.

The second book in Saxton's Gichi Gami Trilogy, “Return of the Manitous,” continues the story of BJ Maki and his sister Charley. Saxton joined “Area Voices” to discuss the new book and what he learned while writing it.

Events this week include a ski swap in Grand Rapids, women's art reception in Bemidji and a free community meal in Virginia.

The Jake Haapajoki Memorial Cup is Saturday, Jan. 3, 2026, in Baxter. Funds raised will go toward scholarships for students entering the mental health field.

During the Brainerd High School band's visit to New Orleans in early March, students worked with the Hot 8 Brass Band, among other musical experiences.

Chris Kraus’s new novel “The Four Spent the Day Together” is a novel in three parts highlighting addiction and the ever-widening gulf between the rich and poor. It includes a fictionalized retelling of a 2019 kidnapping and murder in Hibbing, Minnesota.