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Most of the Northland will be impacted by some combination of freezing rain, heavy snow, high winds and low temperatures Dec. 17-18, 2025.
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"Season Watch" is a KAXE podcast for the curious, filled with the delights of nature in Northern Minnesota. Hosts are Charlie Mitchell, Heidi Holtan, John Latimer and a rotating cast of characters, often featuring voices of young nature observers from around the state. From owl calls to sleeping bears and freezing frogs, we want hear from you! Record a message and send us what you are seeing in nature!
Share your favorite albums and songs from 2025 with the KAXE Music Team! Click below to send in your top picks.
When our neighbors are in need of food, organizations and volunteers across Northern Minnesota step up. Food shelves, community meals and soup kitchens aim to the fill the gaps.
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AG Ellison announces $500M settlement with Kia and Hyundai
Investigations into the car manufacturers found they knowingly failed to install industry-standard anti-theft technology in vehicles sold in Minnesota and elsewhere.
Cass County woman earns state 2025 Community Conservationist award
Kathy Wagner of Wabedo Township has done decades of conservation work, both on her own property and throughout Cass County.
Trump admin announces ‘targeted review’ of MN’s unemployment insurance program
The labor department sent a letter asserting recent news reports of fraud in MN's Medicaid-funded human services programs could signal fraud and abuse in unemployment benefits.
Red Lake announces plans to open dispensaries in Thief River Falls, metro
The Red Lake Band of Chippewa Indians is the sixth of Minnesota's 11 federally recognized tribes to sign a cannabis compact with the state of Minnesota.
Free meal org Community Cafe moving to the Itasca County Family YMCA
Meal service at the YMCA in Grand Rapids will begin Jan. 6, 2026, and take place 4:30-6 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday.
Baxter PD arrests student after threats to Forestview Middle School
The unnamed 14-year-old male student was taken into custody and transported to a juvenile detention facility without incident.
Walz admin expands fraud probe, plans pause on licensing adult day cares
The number of adult day cares, which provide meals and activities for disabled adults during the day, already have capacity for about 3,000 more people than currently receive services.
Sale of Minnesota Power to private equity firms is official
The sale of ALLETE closed Dec. 15, 2025. The Public Utilities Commission approved the controversial move in October.
Starlings beset John Latimer's bird feeder
During the Phenology Report for the week of Dec. 16, 2025, Staff Phenologist John Latimer remarks on snowshoe hares, the Christmas Bird Count, and European Starlings.
When will a willow grow pinecones?
During the week of Dec. 16, 2025, we enjoy reports of galls, eagles, and frigid weather. Staff phenologist John Latimer responds.
Area Voices: Bemidji students participate in Empty Bowls project
For the fourth time, Bemidji High School students are participating in the Empty Bowls project at the Wild Hare in Bemidji. Teacher Sarah Stewart talks about the project and why it’s important for students to get involved.
Area Voices: Beltrami County History Center hosts ‘Art is HERstory’ reception
Throughout 2025, the Beltrami County History Center had classes and exhibits featuring local women artists. A reception and sale is planned in early 2026.
With The Setlist, KAXE's Music Team curates the best live music to catch each week across Northern Minnesota and beyond.
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During the Phenology Report for the week of Dec. 9, 2025, Staff Phenologist John Latimer covers Great Horned Owl courtship, the bounding tracks of otters, and his notes from birthdays gone by..
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