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The agreement between the city and Pulsar Helium is the first step for the proposed facility that Pulsar says could kickstart a new advanced manufacturing industry in the state.
Do you know who you're voting for? Check out our guide featuring 250+ candidates who will be on Northern Minnesotans' ballots.
From the sweeping soul power of "God of You" to the grooving funk Afrobeat on "Sun and Moon, from the tender honesty of "SKN" to the heartbreaking "Blues," Everything Has Changed is everything we could have wanted from Ponder's heavily anticipated sophomore album. It finds the lawyer turned musician navigating a series of tragedies in her personal life with grace, acceptance and growth. -MK
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Ruffed Grouse strut their stuff and a few monarch butterflies linger
During the Phenology Report for the week of Oct. 13, 2026, Staff Phenologist John Latimer remarks on changing fall colors, Ruffed Grouse, and insects.
Events Up North Oct. 19-25: Screamatorium in Virginia, Enchanted Halloween in Bemidji
Events this week include local theater in Pequot Lakes and Brainerd, a barn dance in Virginia and fundraising events in Bemidji and Grand Rapids.
'Spin That Ish' for Sept. 2026 from the KAXE Music Team
The KAXE Music Team talks their favorite music from September 2026, and ponders if September is the best month?
Red Lake Nation raid prompted by child protection failures; New regional economic development plan in the works
Plus: Beginning farmers in Minnesota get funding help to build out their fledgling agricultural businesses.
The Setlist: Where to hear live music Oct. 16-18, 2026
KAXE's weekly list of concerts near you features Christopher David Hanson, Maliboozhoo, Corey Medina & Brothers, Skarlett Woods, and a Sharon Rowbottom Memorial Concert.
Bright Spot: Aitkin DAC offers a plethora of opportunities
Aitkin Developmental Achievement Center offers a variety of programs for adults with developmental and physical disabilities in Aitkin County.
Minnesota State weighing plan to transfer money from 2-year colleges to shore up struggling universities
Officials call it a ‘stopgap’ measure that should help as they address a $31.5 million systemwide deficit. An internal report warned 10 years ago that Minnesota State could face multimillion dollar budget holes.
Bears continue roaming around MN, surprising students
During the week of Oct. 13, 2026, we enjoy reports of black bears, Lapland Longspurs, and busy beavers. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds.
In south-central Alaska, neighborhood schools double as community hubs. Closing them has sweeping impacts.
From emergency shelters and food banks to sports and church services, school buildings across the Matanuska-Susitna Valley serve as important community connectors, residents and officials said.
Helium plant planned for Two Harbors; MN State considers money transfer to struggling colleges
Plus: Minnesota case underscores uphill climb for tribes adding clean energy.
KAXE News offering its 2026 Election Guide, featuring nearly 300 candidates
KAXE's online guide features candidates at all levels who will be on Northern MN ballots. Free, printable PDFs of guides covering statewide races and local races in Aitkin, Beltrami and Itasca counties are available now.
MN case underscores uphill climb for tribes adding clean energy
The Public Utilities Commission directed Minnesota Valley to stop unlawful disconnection threats to the Upper Sioux Community over its behind-the-meter energy project.
With The Setlist, KAXE's Music Team curates the best live music to catch each week across Northern Minnesota and beyond.
During the Phenology Report for the week of Oct. 6, 2026, Staff Phenologist John Latimer remarks on the many transitions of October, including leaf color, migrations, and weather.
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