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City of Superior: Where Lake Superior Meets Small-Town Shenanigans
Welcome to Superior, Wisconsin—where the lake is vast, the winters are relentless, and the local politics are somehow even frostier. Nestled at the tip of Lake Superior, we’re the gateway to Duluth’s slightly more chaotic cousin. Whether you’re here for the stunning waterfront, the rich industrial history, or just trying to figure out why half the city council is related, Superior’s got something for everyone.
Our community thrives on a unique blend of hard work, small-town pride, and the occasional political soap opera. From our quirky festivals to the endless debates over whose potholes are bigger, Superior never fails to keep things interesting. So grab a pasty, brave the wind off the lake, and come see why we call it Superior—mostly because “Almost Duluth” didn’t quite have the same ring.

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Superior School Taxes in 2026: The Credit Shrunk and Your Bill Got Jacked

in City of Superior Kathryn Guimond – Board Member Laura Gapske – Vice President Nick Olson – Treasurer Nick Schumacher – Clerk School District Shelly Moen – Board Member Steve Olson Superior School District on Share

The New Game in Town: “Your House Went Up, So Pay Up” If you own a home in Superior, Wisconsin, congratulations: your property’s “value” jumped and now your tax bill is doing CrossFit. We’re using…

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Superior’s $pending Spree: How Your City Stacks Up Against Wisconsin Neighbors

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You’ve heard the numbers. Superior’s city government, school district, and county have burned through over $1 billion since 2018. But here’s the question that keeps taxpayers up at night: Is this normal? Are other Wisconsin cities…

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Krampus Jim Strikes Again: Superior’s Naughty List Is Getting Longer

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Welcome to Christmas in the Paine, where the lights are bright, the debt is brighter, and City Hall keeps singing carols while quietly setting fire to the balance sheet. This year’s holiday hit isn’t from…

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How the Superior School Board Stole Christmas (and Your Equity)

in City of Superior Kathryn Guimond – Board Member Laura Gapske – Vice President Nick Olson – Treasurer Nick Schumacher – Clerk Shelly Moen – Board Member Steve Olson Superior School District on Share

🎄 A Very Taxing Christmas: How the Superior School District Gifted You a Lump of Coal and Another Property Tax Hike ❄️ “Twas the week before Christmas, and all through the halls,Not a brain cell…

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