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Paula J. Francisco
The world lost generosity personified on Dec. 10, 2012, with the sudden passing of Paula J. Francisco, 62, of Cloquet, Minn. Paula was born in Cloquet on Nov. 20, 1950, to Clayton and Audrey Smith. A lifelong Cloquet resident and Cloquet High School graduate, Paula earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Minnesota Duluth. She joined the Carlton County 9-1-1 team as a dispatcher, helping save the lives of both strangers and friends for the last 21 years. Paula's ability to handle stress under fire, in addition to her calming demeanor, made her an ever-constant source of comfort for those in need, and a well-respected member of the Carlton County law enforcement family.
Friday, December, 14, 2012 - - Obituaries (free view)
The world lost generosity personified on Dec. 10, 2012, with the sudden passing of Paula J. Francisco, 62, of Cloquet, Minn. Paula was born in Cloquet on Nov. 20, 1950, to Clayton and Audrey Smith. A lifelong Cloquet resident and Cloquet High School graduate, Paula earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Minnesota Duluth. She joined the Carlton County 9-1-1 team as a dispatcher, helping save the lives of both strangers and friends for the last 21 years. Paula's ability to handle stress under fire, in addition to her calming demeanor, made her an ever-constant source of comfort for those in need, and a well-respected member of the Carlton County law enforcement family.
Friday, December, 14, 2012 - - Obituaries (free view)
Audrey Sharon Smith
Audrey Sharon Smith, 87, of Cloquet, Minn., passed away Friday, May 3, 2013, in Sunnyside Health Care Center, Cloquet. She was born in Atkinson, Minn., on July 31, 1925, to John and Anna (Jacobs) Wolf. She was a school aide at Leach Elementary School, where she was affectionately known as “Moonie.” Audrey loved to spend time with her family.
Saturday, May, 04, 2013 - - Obituaries (free view)
Audrey Sharon Smith, 87, of Cloquet, Minn., passed away Friday, May 3, 2013, in Sunnyside Health Care Center, Cloquet. She was born in Atkinson, Minn., on July 31, 1925, to John and Anna (Jacobs) Wolf. She was a school aide at Leach Elementary School, where she was affectionately known as “Moonie.” Audrey loved to spend time with her family.
Saturday, May, 04, 2013 - - Obituaries (free view)
Donald Dean Elmer
Donald Dean Elmer, 84, of Cloquet, Minn., passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Thursday, Oct 18, 2012, at Woodland Good Samaritan Elmwood House in Brainerd, Minn.
Tuesday, October, 23, 2012 - - Obituaries (free view)
Donald Dean Elmer, 84, of Cloquet, Minn., passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Thursday, Oct 18, 2012, at Woodland Good Samaritan Elmwood House in Brainerd, Minn.
Tuesday, October, 23, 2012 - - Obituaries (free view)
Elaine Janette Thudin
Elaine Janette Thudin, 61, of Esko, Minn., passed away Tuesday, July 10, 2012, after a courageous battle with cancer. Elaine grew up and attended school in Proctor, Minn., graduated from the University of Minnesota Duluth in 1972, and earned her master's degree in 1988 in reading interventions. Elaine married Randy Thudin on June 30, 1973, in Cloquet. During her 39-year career in Hermantown and Esko, Minn., she was a dedicated teacher of kindergarten, second grade and Title One. Her love of teaching was evident not only in her classroom on a day-to-day basis, but also in her creation of the pre-kindergarten program and innovations to the Title One programs at Esko, the latter of which was recognized by the state of Minnesota for excellence. She was both the vice president and lead negotiator, along with various other positions, in the Esko Teacher's Union. Elaine also taught Sunday school for many years and was a constant volunteer at all of her daughters' activities. Elaine's variety of passions led her family on many cross-country travel adventures and the family gatherings she hosted were always a highlight (always the house was beautifully decorated and the cooking exceptional). One of her greatest joys was intimate conversations with those close to her. Her unwavering faith in God and commitment to living each day to the fullest was an inspiration, and will be greatly missed.
Tuesday, July, 24, 2012 - - Obituaries (free view)
Elaine Janette Thudin, 61, of Esko, Minn., passed away Tuesday, July 10, 2012, after a courageous battle with cancer. Elaine grew up and attended school in Proctor, Minn., graduated from the University of Minnesota Duluth in 1972, and earned her master's degree in 1988 in reading interventions. Elaine married Randy Thudin on June 30, 1973, in Cloquet. During her 39-year career in Hermantown and Esko, Minn., she was a dedicated teacher of kindergarten, second grade and Title One. Her love of teaching was evident not only in her classroom on a day-to-day basis, but also in her creation of the pre-kindergarten program and innovations to the Title One programs at Esko, the latter of which was recognized by the state of Minnesota for excellence. She was both the vice president and lead negotiator, along with various other positions, in the Esko Teacher's Union. Elaine also taught Sunday school for many years and was a constant volunteer at all of her daughters' activities. Elaine's variety of passions led her family on many cross-country travel adventures and the family gatherings she hosted were always a highlight (always the house was beautifully decorated and the cooking exceptional). One of her greatest joys was intimate conversations with those close to her. Her unwavering faith in God and commitment to living each day to the fullest was an inspiration, and will be greatly missed.
Tuesday, July, 24, 2012 - - Obituaries (free view)
Barnum teacher selected for ‘Dream Team’
Abby Kahara, a teacher from Barnum Schools, has been selected to the 2013 LearnZillion Dream Team.
Saturday, April, 13, 2013 - Pine Journal - Education
Abby Kahara, a teacher from Barnum Schools, has been selected to the 2013 LearnZillion Dream Team.
Saturday, April, 13, 2013 - Pine Journal - Education
Gaming at Your Library
Libraries were once thought of as staid, scholarly places where solitary individuals stopped to silently leaf through dusty tomes, select a mystery from the shelf, or peruse The Wall Street Journal.
Saturday, August, 18, 2012 - Pine Journal - Community
Libraries were once thought of as staid, scholarly places where solitary individuals stopped to silently leaf through dusty tomes, select a mystery from the shelf, or peruse The Wall Street Journal.
Saturday, August, 18, 2012 - Pine Journal - Community
Cravaack-Nolan one of nation’s most expensive House races
One of the closest congressional races in the country also has become one of the most expensive.
Friday, October, 19, 2012 - Duluth News Tribune - News
One of the closest congressional races in the country also has become one of the most expensive.
Friday, October, 19, 2012 - Duluth News Tribune - News
Admitted killer of Esko man denied release from institution
Alvin Taylor, 65, has been committed to the facility for the past 25 years and had asked to be released, saying he was no longer a threat to society.
Saturday, February, 16, 2013 - Duluth News Tribune - News
Alvin Taylor, 65, has been committed to the facility for the past 25 years and had asked to be released, saying he was no longer a threat to society.
Saturday, February, 16, 2013 - Duluth News Tribune - News
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