Northlandia

Are you familiar with Carnegie libraries? The Northland was once home to several libraries started with funding from industrialist Andrew Carnegie. Some of them still operate as libraries. Some were torn down. Some have found new lives.

For this episode of Northlandia, News Tribune features reporter Teri Cadeau and digital producer Dan Williamson discuss these historic homes for hardcover (and paperback) books. Of the Northland Carnegie libraries, those still operating as libraries are in Coleraine, Mountain Iron, Eveleth and Two Harbors. Carnegie libraries were torn down in Hibbing, Virginia and West Duluth. Duluth still has two Carnegie library buildings that remain, but have taken on new purposes. Other places where they've been repurposed include Grand Rapids and Superior (two). Superior was home to Wisconsin's first and last Carnegie libraries, which was discussed in a 2022 episode of the Superior Telegram's Archive Dive podcast.

You can find this column for Northlandia at duluthnewstribune.com/topics/northlandia.

This will be our final episode of the Northlandia podcast. This podcast began in March 2023 and between new episodes and bonus episodes, this is the 100th Northlandia episode. As they say, "never say never," but that is the plan at this time. From everybody involved with the podcast, we would like to say thank you for listening and for your loyalty. It is truly appreciated!

You can still look forward to the News Tribune's monthly Northlandia feature in print and online at duluthnewstribune.com

The Northlandia podcast is a product of Forum Communications Company and is brought to you by reporters at the Duluth News Tribune. Please consider supporting our work with a subscription at duluthnewstribune.news/subscribe. Your support allows us to continue providing the local news and content you want.

Using a traditional hot smoking process, Russ Kendall's Smokehouse in Knife River, Minnesota goes through 1,200 pounds of fish a day. The multi-generation business is a tourist destination in the summer and in colder months, locals remain loyal.

For this episode of Northlandia, News Tribune arts and entertainment reporter Jay Gabler and digital producer Dan Williamson discuss the unique history of the popular place and scenic site along Old Highway 61. You'll also hear from Russ Kendall's co-owner Gordy Olson.

You can find the column for Northlandia, which features articles, photos and sometimes video, at duluthnewstribune.com/topics/northlandia. The Northlandia podcast is a product of Forum Communications Company and is brought to you by reporters at the Duluth News Tribune.

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What's in a name? A single county contains a city, a lake, an island and a peak all named Ely — but not all were named for the same Ely.

In this episode of Northlandia, News Tribune features reporter Teri Cadeau and digital producer Dan Williamson discuss all of the Elys.

You can find the column for Northlandia, which features articles, photos and sometimes video, at duluthnewstribune.com/topics/northlandia. The Northlandia podcast is a product of Forum Communications Company and is brought to you by reporters at the Duluth News Tribune.

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The Cloquet Nordic Ski Club has introduced generations of young people to the Olympic sport, in a community where watching your kids soar through the air is just another Thursday night.

You can find the column for Northlandia, which features articles, photos and sometimes video, at duluthnewstribune.com/topics/northlandia. The Northlandia podcast is a product of Forum Communications Company and is brought to you by reporters at the Duluth News Tribune.

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Merv Griffin's 1962 visit to Duluth made headlines, but its lasting impact was a song the entertainer subsequently recorded for a holiday parade. The invention of "Jeopardy!" was a bonus.

You can find the column for Northlandia, which features articles, photos and sometimes video, at duluthnewstribune.com/topics/northlandia. The Northlandia podcast is a product of Forum Communications Company and is brought to you by reporters at the Duluth News Tribune.

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Meet the retired teacher whoe created a quirky family farm. In addition to livestock and berries, Whoopsa Daisy Farm has whimsical areas devoted to dinosaurs and fairies, not to mention a giant mushroom.

You can find the column for Northlandia, which features articles, photos and sometimes video, at duluthnewstribune.com/topics/northlandia. The Northlandia podcast is a product of Forum Communications Company and is brought to you by reporters at the Duluth News Tribune.

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In this episode of Northlandia, we look at how 17 Carlton third graders made the blueberry muffin a state symbol in Minnesota. The "Blueberry Muffin Gang from Carlton" wrote letters, drew pictures and visited the Capitol with homemade goodies to share.

You can find the column for Northlandia, which features articles, photos and sometimes video, at duluthnewstribune.com/topics/northlandia. The Northlandia podcast is a product of Forum Communications Company and is brought to you by reporters at the Duluth News Tribune.

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In this episode of Northlanida, we learn how the Black railroad car attendants made a lasting impact on American history, and how one leader of the Pullman porters' labor movement settled in Bayfield County, and his legacy is coming to new light.

You can find the column for Northlandia, which features articles, photos and sometimes video, at duluthnewstribune.com/topics/northlandia. The Northlandia podcast is a product of Forum Communications Company and is brought to you by reporters at the Duluth News Tribune. If you enjoy this podcast, please consider supporting our work with a subscription at duluthnewstribune.news/subscribe. Your support allows us to continue providing the local news and content you want.

In this episode of Northlandia, we explore the Greyhound Bus Museum, discussing how it has "something for everyone." Among the topics, we also answer why is the museum in Hibbing, what are hupmobiles, why are they called greyhounds and wait, what about the ghosts?

You can find the column for Northlandia, which features articles, photos and sometimes video, at duluthnewstribune.com/topics/northlandia. The Northlandia podcast is a product of Forum Communications Company and is brought to you by reporters at the Duluth News Tribune.

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In this episode of Northlandia, learn how a converted Iron Range church became a music haven. Sparta Sound, located in its namesake former mining town, is celebrating 20 years as one of Minnesota's most cherished recording studios.

You can find the column for Northlandia, which features articles, photos and sometimes video, at duluthnewstribune.com/topics/northlandia. The Northlandia podcast is a product of Forum Communications Company and is brought to you by reporters at the Duluth News Tribune.

If you enjoy this podcast, please consider supporting our work with a subscription at duluthnewstribune.news/subscribe. Your support allows us to continue providing the local news and content you want.