Northlandia: Tom's Burned Down Cafe is 'Clubhouse' of Madeline Island

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Leona's burned to the ground in 1992. Owner Tom Nelson never rebuilt, but he also never closed. His motto: 'You've got to be tough if you're going to be stupid.'

Story by #duluthnews arts and entertainment reporter Jay Gabler and video by digital producer Wyatt Buckner. To read Jay's article, see photos, and listen to episode 64 of the Northlandia Podcast, visit https://www.duluthnewstribune.com/business/northlandia-toms-burned-down-cafe-is-clubhouse-of-madeline-island

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