The Vault
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KAXE went on the air in 1976 and we've had- and are having - kajillions of conversations. Whether it's the Road Hog, Great Northern Radio Show, or Riverfest, here is a 'living vault' of some meaningful moments on KAXE!
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The people were amazing, the weather was questionable and the music was incredible. Here's a look back at Grand Rapids Riverfest 2025 through the lens.
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Gail Otteson and Michael Goldberg joined the "KAXE Morning Show" to discuss how they first got involved with KAXE and why it still matters.
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On a gorgeous September day, thousands gathered for a day of excellent music by the river at Grand Rapids Riverfest. Here's a look back at the event through the eyes of our photographers.
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Steve Downing died June 5, 2024, in Grand Rapids. He was a writer, musician, arts administrator and supporter, Northland Foundation trustee, bon vivant and more.
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Boese was a longtime contributor to KAXE. He’s the author of eight books dealing with local history in Itasca County, including "John C. Greenway and the Opening of the Western Mesabi" and "Papermakers: the Blandin Paper Company and Grand Rapids, Minnesota."
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Itasca Orchestra Strings Program presents "Passion and Pulse," a concert with vibrant Latin American sounds. The performance will honor Jesse Davis, who played viola with the orchestra and was president of their board.
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The Semisonic lead singer joined Centerstage Minnesota in November 2023.
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In an incredibly meaningful (and often hilarious) show of support and gratitude, the community came together on the "KAXE Morning Show" to tell Staff Phenologist John Latimer just how impactful his first 40 years of "Phenology" have been.