August 29 – The Babbitt, Ely, and Embarrass fire departments were dispatched this evening to a garage fire in Babbitt. The fire was reported around 6:10 p.m. on Basswood Circle. Due to a quick response by Babbitt crews, the fire was quickly contained to the interior of the garage. An ATV, riding lawnmower, and the contents inside the garage were a total loss, along with the garage itself. The Ely and Embarrass fire departments were cancelled and the Babbitt Ambulance Service provided medical standby at the scene. No injuries were reported. While the cause of the fire remains under investigation, it is speculated that the blaze started shortly after the riding lawnmower was driven into the garage.