Andrew Kirov, Author at Fox21Online

Community Reflects On Homecoming Float Some Call Racist

Students Created Satire Of Trump, His Wall, Mexicans

October 12, 2016

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FOX 21’s Dan Hanger followed up with one of the students behind the Trump-themed float, as well as an outraged parent and Mayor Debra Lewis – all with a goal of learning something out of what’s blown up to be one hot issue in Ashland.

Get Downtown Week in Duluth

Downtown business are offering deals this week

October 11, 2016

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It’s Get Downtown Week in Duluth and business are offering deals

Indigenous People’s Day in Duluth

Mayor Emily Larson declares October 10, 2016 Indigenous People's Day in Duluth.

October 10, 2016

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A growing number of communities have been calling today Indigenous People’s Day instead of Columbus Day to promote Native American culture.

Bentleyville Christmas Tree Goes Up

Crews work to put up the iconic tree in Bayfront Park

October 9, 2016

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Crews work to build the iconic symbol of Bentleyville in Bayfront Park.

Suicide Awareness Memorial Walk

People walked to remember loved ones lost to suicide

October 9, 2016

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People came together to remember loved ones lost and bring awareness to the suicide epidemic.

UMD Students Make Petition to Save SAP Farm

To save the school's SAP farm, UMD Students create an online petition signed by over 1,300 people.

October 4, 2016

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UMD Students have created an online petition that aims to save the school’s SAP farm from budget cuts this fall.

Season begins for Lyric Opera Of The North

October 3, 2016

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The new season opens with the chamber opera, blue viola, which is based on the true story of a priceless instrument being lost in Chicago.The show is staged in a way that allows the audience to be up close and personal with the performance.

Playhouse Holds Open House For Fall Semester

Classes begin October 1.

September 28, 2016

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Classes begin October 1.

City Council Agrees On Maximum Property Tax Increase

The final amount will be voted on in December.

September 28, 2016

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The final amount will be voted on in December.

Celebrity Jewelry Comes to Duluth

An Estate Sale Comes to Duluth Featuring Celebrity Jewelry

September 27, 2016

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A traveling estate sale comes to Duluth featuring jewelry previously owned by celebrities.

Red Herring Lounge Hosts Debate Bingo

Voters in Duluth Play Bingo While Watching Debate

September 27, 2016

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The Red Herring Lounge in Duluth hosted a bingo game for patrons to play while watching the presidential debate.

Cyclists Ride for the 1st Annual Duluth Bike Bash

The Aim is to Make Duluth More Bike Friendly

September 26, 2016

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Duluth bikes celebrated their first annual Duluth bikes bash.

Bentleyville Official Set Up Begins at Bayfront Park

Bentleyville to Open November 19th

September 25, 2016

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Around 125 Volunteers worked to unload semi trailers, sort lights, and get the Bentleyville season started. But Bentleyville needs more volunteers on Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday nights to help set up before the attraction is ready.

Miller Dwan Foundation Hosts Annual ARTcetera Gala

The 18th Annual ARTcetera Gala aims to raise $150,000

September 25, 2016

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The 18th Annual ARTcetera Gala, hosted by the Miller Dwan Foundation, was held tonight at the DECC.

Community Members Walk to Celebrate Recovery

More Than 100 People Walked for the Cause

September 25, 2016

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Illicit drug use in the United States has been increasing. According to the most recent survey by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, around 9.4 percent of the population had used an illicit drug in the past month.

Charter Fishing Season is Winding Down

Even though the season is ending soon, there are still plenty of opportunities to enjoy fishing out on the water.

September 20, 2016

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The charter fishing season runs May through October. Some of the best fishing of the season is now according to some experts.

Can of Worms Project Update

MnDOT officials seek public input on the project.

September 20, 2016

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MnDOT is still looking for public input on the Can of Worms project. They hope to unveil preliminary plans in November.

Parks Prepare For Leaves to Change

With fall approaching crowds will flock to see the colors.

September 7, 2016

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With fall approaching crowds will flock to see the colors.

Duluth Prepares to Slide the City

Slide the City was unable to come last year after a scheduling conflict arose.

September 7, 2016

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Slide the City was unable to come last year after a scheduling conflict arose.

Students Prepare For First Day of School

Duluth Public Schools Start Tuesday

September 6, 2016

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Students in Duluth talk about why they are, or are not excited for the start of the school year.

Runner Completes Superior Hiking Trail Challenge

Shawna Weaver Ran 275 Miles In Nine Days

September 5, 2016

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A Duluth woman has completed a major running challenge, running most of the length of the Superior Hiking Trail in just about a week’s time.

Cloquet Lights Up For 5K Run

The Event Aims To Help Students Stay Active

September 5, 2016

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Organizers say the event is a way to bring people together and encourage students to stay active.

The City of Duluth Invites the Public to see Superior Street Project

An open house allowed people to see the latest design for reconstruction.

August 24, 2016

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An open house allowed people to see the latest design for reconstruction.

UMD Students Celebrate Move-in Day; Police Stress Safety

August 24, 2016

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Campus PD say they are keeping everyone safe, while letting students have fun on the first weekend of moving in at UMD.

Superior Students Return from Sister City

12 Students traveled to Ami Machi, Japan.

August 23, 2016

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12 Students traveled to Ami Machi, Japan.

Young Boxer Brings Senator to Superior

Senator Janet Bewley visits YMCA, meets local boxer.

August 23, 2016

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Senator Janet Bewley visits YMCA, meets local boxer.

Volunteers Rebuild Playscape for Hartley Park

The Playscape was damaged after the July 21 wind storm.

August 23, 2016

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The Playscape was damaged after the July 21 wind storm.

Tall Ships Organizers Address Long Lines

Some Report Waiting 5 Hours To Tour Ships

August 22, 2016

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Tall Ships Duluth organizers say this weekend’s festival actually drew in more people than they expected.

Concert Held in Honor of Local Artist Who Passed Away

Mick Jackson Played Music in Duluth for 40 Years

August 22, 2016

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Dozens of local bands played a tribute concert in honor of a well known area keyboard player, who recently passed away from Lung Cancer.

Bent Paddle Switches Plans for New Beer

A Viking inspired beer will now benefit the Leif Erickson Viking Ship Restoration Project

August 17, 2016

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A Viking inspired beer will now benefit the Leif Erickson Viking Ship Restoration Project

Businesses Prepare for Tall Ship Tourists

Canal Park restaurants are expecting a busy weekend, with Tall Ships en route.

August 17, 2016

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Canal Park restaurants are expecting a busy weekend, with Tall Ships en route.

New Report Shows Disappointing Growth in Minnesota

A new report says Minnesota's economy is average at best.

August 16, 2016

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A new report says Minnesota’s economy is average at best.

Superior Breaks Ground On Final Phase of Complex

NBC Spartan Sports Complex kicked-off the construction of new tennis courts and a softball diamond.

August 16, 2016

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NBC Spartan Sports Complex kicked-off the construction of new tennis courts and a softball diamond.

Thousands Flock to Duluth Bubble Festival

Bubbles Fly At Duluth Children's Museum

August 15, 2016

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Duluth Children’s Museum Holds Eighth Annual Bubble Fest.

State Program Benefits Duluth Preschool Students

State Program Sends More Kids To Preschool

August 9, 2016

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In Minnesota, 74 school districts and charter schools received funding to offer preschool.

Man With One Lung Bikes 150 Miles

The Ride Was Part of "Bike for Hope Minnesota"

August 8, 2016

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A group of 28 bikers made a 150 mile journey this weekend.

Citizens Show Support For Superior Police

Hundreds to Participate in "Night of Blue"

August 2, 2016

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A group of Superior residents have a strong statement to make they support local law enforcement, and they want to show it on their own homes.

Black Woods Makes Big Commitment to Greysolon

Black Woods has agreed to stay until at least 2040.

July 27, 2016

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Black Woods has agreed to stay until at least 2040.

Duluth Public Library’s Mount Royal Branch Celebrates Reopening

The library will be celebrating this whole week.

July 26, 2016

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The library will be celebrating this whole week.

Response Fund Created to Support Area Nonprofits

Community Foundation looks for a way to help those who are trying to help others.

July 26, 2016

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After flooding and high winds devastated the Bayfield and Ashalnd counties, the Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation looked for a way to help those who are trying to help others.