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Plus: 3M's Camp Wonewok on Big Mantrap Lake will remain largely undeveloped as a future wildlife management area; and Northland athletes had a good showing at the MSHSL girls basketball tournament over the weekend.

Ben Sherwood was reported missing on March 10, 2025, and was found dead at his Mountain Iron home a day later. His wife is fundraising to cover the costs of a funeral.

Benjamin James Sherwood, 39, was last seen leaving his home on the 8800 block of Main Street on Tuesday morning, March 11, according to a news release.

The School Board approved the change on Jan. 27, 2025. The new schedule will begin next year if the Department of Education approves the district's application.

Charles Bainter, Karisa Johnson, Lisa Kvas and Ann Marie Lubovich are running for I.S.D. 712, Mountain Iron-Buhl, School Board.

On the heels of reports that President Joe Biden was set to block the U.S. Steel sale, its chief executive threatened to close plants and move its headquarters.

Residents of Mountain Iron, Hibbing and Virginia may see and hear low-flying, yellow aircraft for several days beginning Thursday.

MNDOT and St. Louis County officials will share information at the open house.

Five child care providers shut down Monday to advocate at the Minnesota Legislature for more respect and funding for the industry.

Since 1970, Earth Day celebrations have given voice to a growing consciousness regarding environmental concerns. In honor of Earth Day, many communities…