Were it not for a glitch of history, Minnesota might own all of Lake of the Woods. As it is, we possess a big part (320,000 of the lake's 950,400 acres) of this island-studded lake, known not only for its boatloads of walleyes and gravity-defying smallmouth bass, but also for muskies. Lake of the Woods muskie hunters, and prospective muskie hunters, best hire a guide to help them unravel the lake's landscape. At a minimum, buy an accurate GPS. Set up headquarters at Minnesota's Northwest Angle, Flag Island or Oak Island. Then sling baits. The fish of a lifetime awaits.
More from Star Tribune
More from Star Tribune
More from Star Tribune
More from Star Tribune
More from Star Tribune
More from Star Tribune
More from Star Tribune
More From Star Tribune
More From Star Tribune
Drone footage shows Ukrainian village battered to ruins as residents flee Russian advance
The Ukrainian village of Ocheretyne has been battered by fighting, drone footage shows. The village has been a target for Russian forces in Donetsk.
Election
In heated western Minn. GOP congressional primary, outsiders challenging incumbent
U.S. Rep. Michelle Fischbach has a solidly conservative voting record. But Steve Boyd, a Christian conservative who has never held public office, is gaining traction as an outsider.
Sports
Minnesota Sports Hall of Fame: A class-by-class list of all members
Who's in the Star Tribune Minnesota Sports Hall of Fame? From Bernie Bierman to the latest class, here's the list:
Sports
This retired journalist changed professional wrestling from Mankato
Norm Kietzer was a pioneer in professional wrestling journalism for 40 years.