With the May 15 deadline nearing for property owners to pay their property taxes for the first half of the year, the St. Louis County Auditor's Office is reminding people of the variety of ways they can pay, including a no-fee online option. 

The St. Louis County Depot is issuing an RFP, calling on organizations that are interested in engaging office, exhibit, or performance space in the 131-year-old landmark building. All current tenants have been encouraged to apply, but outside organizations are also welcome. Points will be awarded to those with meaningful commitment to the Depot’s mission and vision. Non-profits and for-profits are both welcome to apply.

St. Louis County Public Works is seeking community input to determine whether improvements are wanted at two railroad crossings on Midway Road (County State Aid Highway 13) in Midway Township and the City of Hermantown.  The meeting will be Monday, May 8, at 6 p.m. at Hermantown City Hall, 5105 Maple Grove Rd, Hermantown. 

The declaration allows the Sheriff's Emergency Management Division to seek funding assistance from the state and FEMA on behalf of itself along with cities, townships, unorganized areas, and public utilities within the county.

Carter Ryan Galo was sentenced to 135 months for Third Degree Murder without intent in the overdose death of Korryn Elizabeth Lee Sorenson.