The new eight-part reality program, "Great Lakes Warriors," will debut Thursday, July 19, on the History Channel. It features a behind the scenes look at the lives of tugboat operators on the Great Lakes. The News Tribune reports Duluth-based Heritage Marine is one of three crews highlighted.

And skygazers away from city lights might have another good chance to catch the show Friday night, the Duluth News Tribune reports. Check out the link below for some great photographs from Astro Bob.

Former 8th District Congressman Jim Oberstar spoke out against the proposed amendment that would make a government-issued ID mandatory before casting a ballot in Minnesota at a rally in Duluth Saturday. WDIO reports that the longtime DFL representative is concerned the measure could hurt Minnesota's voting record. "It will take Minnesota from first in the nation in voter turnout and clean elections, to worst in the nation," Oberstar said. However, supporters of the amendment argue it's needed to prevent voter fraud.

Scientists studying the wolf population on Isle Royale were told of a grisly discovery in late May that could explain the reason for a dwindling number of wolves on the island. Three wolves -- including an alpha male -- fell into a water-filled mine shaft, leaving the aimless pack without a leader.

Roughly 2,000 people on more than 100 teams competed in the weekend's dragon boat races put on by the Twin Ports Rotary Clubs. By noon on Saturday, this year's festival had already raised $60,000, the Duluth News Tribune reports.

Several rounds of thunderstorms are making their way across Minnesota Thursday. Strong winds, hail and even tornadoes are possible.