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EMT’s photographs tell the story of extinguishing the Stewart Trail Fire

EMT’s photographs tell the story of extinguishing the Stewart Trail Fire

It’s been two weeks since a wildfire began about two miles away from Two Harbors, near Betty’s Pies on Highway 61.

The iconic shop was spared, as were many homes and businesses, thanks to the work of wildland firefighters. Fireline EMT Kael Keilwitz’s photographs help tell the story of extinguishing the blaze.

The Current's Happy Hours 2026

The Current's Happy Hours 2026

You’re invited to join The Current at venues across the Twin Cities and greater Minnesota this spring and summer for music and fun. The Current's hosts will provide the soundtrack and a special guest will perform at each event. Each of The Current’s Happy Hours are free and open to everyone.

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Data centers roil local politics, spark Hermantown residents to reshape government

Data centers roil local politics, spark Hermantown residents to reshape government

A plan for a massive data center is roiling local politics in Hermantown. Some residents of the town near Duluth have been fighting the proposed facility for months — and their outrage has some leading an effort to reshape how their local government operates.

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Vote Now: The 2026 Karin Larson YourClassical Prize

Vote Now: The 2026 Karin Larson YourClassical Prize

Public voting is now open for the third annual Karin Larson YourClassical Prize! Visit our “Vote Now” pages to view the finalists in our Preprofessional Musician and Emerging Artist categories. Vote once for your favorite performer in each category to determine this year’s winners. Voting is open through June 7. Winners in each category will be announced on June 12. Each winner receives a cash prize and a recording studio session.

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Concert Video: Alan Sparhawk with Trampled by Turtles

The artists celebrated their 2025 collaborative album with a heartfelt performance at the Fitzgerald Theater in St. Paul on Dec. 11, 2025.