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Biography

Pam Dowell is a freelance writer specializing in social justice and human-interest stories. Her secondary attention focuses on arts, music & culture in the Northland. She lives in Grand Rapids, Minnesota. Her 4-part series: "The Road to Dorothy's Stolen Ruby Slippers - United States vs Terry Jon Martin" provided in-depth investigative background on the case of Judy's Garland's stolen ruby slippers, one of the largest art crime heists in the U.S. She continues to provide follow-up on the major art crime case as the FBI considers the investigation from theft to recovery: "Still Open." Dowell was featured in a Minneapolis Star Tribune feature story on the Ruby Slippers theft: https://www2.startribune.com/an-infamous-heist-put-this-north-woods-town-in-the-global-spotlight-nervous-breakdowns-and-hollywood-deals-ensued/600360982/ From the story: "Freelance reporter Pam Dowell wrote a series on the theft of the ruby slippers for the local paper, then sent what she'd discovered to reporters and law enforcement agents she hoped might connect others to the crime." Dowell's series "Individual, Inspiring, and Humans of Grand Rapids (Itasca County) was featured in the Grand Rapids Herald Review from 2017 - 2021. Each story featured a social justice issue and/or diverse persons targeted by Trumpism and tyranny in America. Pam's fun writing is arts/culture & entertainment. She has done multiple stories on talented musicians and bands in the North Iron Range Region. Each story builds on the background and musical style of each artist. Pam is known to be sassy, and to her credit, and political journalists everywhere, she has her following of stalkers who live to dox and harass her. She has contributed to the Minnesota Reformer, MinnPost, Duluth News Tribune, Duluth Reader, Minnesota Monthly, Herald Review, Mesabi News Tribune, Scenic Range News Forum, and the Niagara Gazette.

Content

Total articles 92

• Available on paid plans

  Another Trump creep shows his true colors, and he's from Minnesota

  By Pam Dowell

  Mar. 27, 2025

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  Emily Slaubaugh presents the magic of Ditty Wish & Tabitha

  By Pam Dowell

  Feb. 27, 2025

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  Stolen Ruby Slippers Capture $28M Closing Bid at Auction

  By Pam Dowell

  Dec. 11, 2024

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Company Info

Freelance

Freelancer.com is the largest freelancing and crowdsourcing marketplace in the world, connecting over 81 million employers and freelancers across more than 247 countries. Founded in 2009 and based in Sydney, Australia, the platform allows employers to post jobs while freelancers can bid on these projects. It is publicly traded on the Australian Securities Exchange under the ticker ASX:FLN. The platform supports a variety of work categories, including software development, writing, design, and marketing. Freelancer.com also offers contests for creative work, where employers can award prize money to winning entries. Users can choose from different membership plans, including free and paid subscriptions, which provide various benefits. The mobile app enhances project management and communication for users on the go. With a diverse customer base that includes individuals, small businesses, and large enterprises, Freelancer.com plays a significant role in the global online economy.