The Superior Telegram recently released it’s 29th episode of Archive Dive, which is a monthly history podcast where we “dive” into the archives of historic events, people and places in Superior and Douglas County.

For this month’s episode, Telegram reporter Maria Lockwood is joined by Briana Fiandt, curator of collections at the Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center in Superior as they discuss the search for a piece of Richard I. Bong’s story, the “Marge” plane.

The Poplar man became America’s Ace of Aces for downing 40 enemy aircraft during World War II, which is the most by any U.S. pilot to date.

The plane was named for Marjorie “Marge” Vattendahl, Bong’s girlfriend who later became his wife. His most iconic plane was one that he only flew for three months before it crashed in Papua, New Guinea 80 years ago. As you may have heard, an expedition recently discovered the crash site of the P-38 Lightning Marge plane.

You can find that episode at superiortelegram.com or wherever you also get this podcast. You can find additional episodes here.

In case you missed last month’s episode, we are resharing it here. In May, Maria and local historian and retired librarian Teddie Meronek discssed the history of the Blatnik, Bong and Oliver bridges in an episode titled "The Bridges of Douglas County." Enjoy!

In this special weekend episode, Duluth News Tribune arts and entertainment reporter Jay Gabler shares his most recent article in his weekly column, "Front Row Seat." Today's topic is: "Madeline Island Museum enters new era, with no stockade in sight."

The Duluth News Tribune Minute is a product of Forum Communications Company and is brought to you by reporters at the Duluth News Tribune, Superior Telegram and Cloquet Pine Journal. Find more news throughout the day at duluthnewstribune.com.

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Here’s a look at the top headlines from around the Northland for Friday, June 28, 2024.

Stories featured in this episode:

• Authorities slow to discover dam failure on Cloquet River tributary
• Chum desperately needs more Rhubarb Fest volunteers
• Best Bets: AfroGeode and The Gemstones album release
• Northlandia: Scuba diving in a former Gilbert mine

The Duluth News Tribune Minute is a product of Forum Communications Company and is brought to you by reporters at the Duluth News Tribune, Superior Telegram and Cloquet Pine Journal. Find more news throughout the day at duluthnewstribune.com.

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

Here’s a look at the top headlines from around the Northland for Thursday, June 27, 2024.

Stories featured in this episode:

• Duluth proposes to revamp Skyline Parkway, improve safety
• Duluth priest to retire after reinstatement by Vatican
• Northlandia: Scuba diving in a former Gilbert mine

The Duluth News Tribune Minute is a product of Forum Communications Company and is brought to you by reporters at the Duluth News Tribune, Superior Telegram and Cloquet Pine Journal. Find more news throughout the day at duluthnewstribune.com.

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

Here’s a look at the top headlines from around the Northland for Wednesday, June 26, 2024.

Stories featured in this episode:

• Duluth hires firm to shape plans for improved athletic venues
• Minnesota Housing impersonated in Facebook scam
• Northlandia: Scuba diving in a former Gilbert mine

The Duluth News Tribune Minute is a product of Forum Communications Company and is brought to you by reporters at the Duluth News Tribune, Superior Telegram and Cloquet Pine Journal. Find more news throughout the day at duluthnewstribune.com.

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

Here’s a look at the top headlines from around the Northland for Tuesday, June 25, 2024.

Storied featured in this episode:

• Floodwaters converge in Scanlon
• 2 teens charged in West Duluth drive-by shooting
• Essentia clinical nurses in Superior file to unionize
• Northlandia: Scuba diving in a former Gilbert mine

The Duluth News Tribune Minute is a product of Forum Communications Company and is brought to you by reporters at the Duluth News Tribune, Superior Telegram and Cloquet Pine Journal. Find more news throughout the day at duluthnewstribune.com.

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

In this special weekend episode, Duluth News Tribune arts and entertainment reporter Jay Gabler shares his most recent article in his weekly column, "Front Row Seat." Today's topic is: "Iron Range residents take stage in original play."

The Duluth News Tribune Minute is a product of Forum Communications Company and is brought to you by reporters at the Duluth News Tribune, Superior Telegram and Cloquet Pine Journal. Find more news throughout the day at duluthnewstribune.com. If you enjoy this podcast, please consider supporting our work with a subscription at duluthnewstribune.news/podcast. Your support allows us to continue providing the local news and content you want.

Here’s a look at the top headlines from around the Northland for Friday, June 21, 2024.

Stories featured in this episode:

1. Branstrator eyes his newest challenge at Grandma's Marathon
2. Kids connect with Olympian Lindwurm at UMD camp
3. Top elite runners to watch for in 2024 at Grandma's Marathon
4. Work on seawall forces tweak to Grandma's Marathon course
5. Grandma's Marathon prepared for wet, possibly stormy weekend
6. Best Bets: Grandma's Marathon Rock the Bayfront
7. Northlandia: Scuba diving in a former Gilbert mine

The Duluth News Tribune Minute is a product of Forum Communications Company and is brought to you by reporters at the Duluth News Tribune, Superior Telegram and Cloquet Pine Journal. Find more news throughout the day at duluthnewstribune.com.

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