Celebrating Excellence: PBS North Earns 5 Upper Midwest Emmy® Nominations!

Golden Emmy

The nominations for the Upper Midwest Regional Emmy® Awards have officially been announced, and we are thrilled to share that PBS North has been recognized with five regional Emmy® nominations!

These nominations highlight the dedication, creativity, and passion our production teams bring to telling authentic Northland stories every day. From exploring the region’s rich history and unique geography to showcasing vibrant local arts and essential community voices, this recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to public media that matters.

Congratulations to Our Nominees

Informational / Instructional

  • “Fur Trade and Revolution”
    • Steve Ash – Photographer
    • Chris Brown – Executive Producer

Informational / Instructional (Dual Nomination)

  • Minnesota Historia “What Do You Do With a Laurentian Divide?”
    • Mike Scholtz – Producer
    • Steve Ash – Photographer
    • Hailey Eidenschink – Host

Arts / Entertainment – Short Form Content

  • Making It Up North “Scott Murphy”
    • Steve Ash – Producer

Business / Consumer – Short or Long Form Content

  • Making It Up North “Steger Mukluks”
    • Brad Iwen – Producer

Diversity / Equity / Inclusion – Short or Long Form Content

  • Native Report “Minnesota MMIR Office & Family of Peter Martin”
    • Lance Haavisto – Producer
    • Ivy Vainio – Producer

Thank You to Our Members & Community

Local storytelling of this caliber is only possible because of you—our viewers, members, and community partners. Your support powers local journalism, historical exploration, and cultural representation across Northern Minnesota and Wisconsin.

Stay tuned as the winners are announced at the Upper Midwest Emmy® Awards Gala. Join us in sending a massive congratulations to Steve, Chris, Mike, Hailey, Brad, Lance, and Ivy for their remarkable achievements!

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