Shakespeare’s First Folio Exhibit to Come to UMD
Shakespeare Exhibit Coming to Duluth
A national traveling exhibit of Shakespeare’s plays is making it’s way to Duluth.
Author: Avery Neuville
New Van Helps Duluth Honor Guard Serve Veterans Families
Benna Ford in Superior Donates Van to Veterans
Thursday Afternoon, the Duluth Honor Guard gladly accepted the keys to a shiny 2015 transit van.
Recent Mining Layoffs May Affect Port of Duluth-Superior
Recent layoffs at mining plants on the Iron Range are having a trickle down effect. It may not be directly affecting the Duluth Seaway Port Authority now but it’s not out of the question.
Annual Fishing Event Brings Hundreds of Kids to Tower
Fishing Event Gets Kids Out on Lake Vermilion
More than 100 kids strapped their life jackets on and hopped in a boat for the 6th annual Let’s Take a Kid Fishing Event in Tower.
Tim Hortons Cafe & Bake Shop Opens in Tower
New Cafe & Bake Shop Opens in Tower
Tim Hortons has made it’s way to the city of Tower.
Old Church to be Restored as Cultural Center in Tower
St. Mary's Episcopal Church to be Community Arts Center
Tower’s oldest church will be a building block for Tower’s latest development efforts.
Mayor: Hotel Will Trigger Economic Development
Condos, Retail Development to Break Ground This Summer
A multi-million dollar hotel development along the Tower Harbor is on it’s way to becoming reality.
Farmers’ Market Now Open In Downtown Duluth
It's The Sixth Season On The Plaza
The Downtown Duluth Farmers’ Market is back for a 6th season at the Lake Superior Plaza!
Great Lakes Aquarium Celebrating 15 Years
The Great Lakes Aquarium is getting ready to celebrate its 15th birthday!
Halvor Lines Merges with Sue Vinje in Superior
2 Family Owned Trucking Businesses Come Together
Two family owned trucking businesses in Superior have merged.
Park Point: Rip Current Warning Through Wednesday Morning
If you plan on hitting the beaches on Park Point Wednesday morning, you might want to think again because high rip currents are a risk until 10 a.m., according to fire officials.
Potential New Weapon to Fight Invasive Species in Douglas County
Goats Help Fight Invasive Plants in Douglas County
Certain types of invasive weeds can cause big problems. But now, Douglas County is considering bringing in a herd of goats to fight a buck thorn infestation.
Billings Park to Reopen Saturday, July 18th
Renovations are Done, Park to Reopen in Superior
A popular park in Superior is set to reopen to the public this weekend!
The “Iceman” Invited Back For Another Year
Superior Council Votes to Bring Back Ice Project
Ice and snow might be the last thing on your minds right now but, it’s official! The “Iceman”, Roger Hanson, will be back for another chance to create the world’s largest ice sculpture.
UMD Holds Art Camp For Children K-5
Kids Get Expressive Through Inspired Art Projects
More than 20 kids were inspired to get creative and expressive through the Fine Arts Academy Art Camp at UMD.
Northland Man Received Medal For Heroic Rescue
Man Honored by Coast Guard for Saving a Life
Friday afternoon, the U.S. Coast Guard presented a silver lifesaving medal to Zoran Pedisic who risked his life to save another in November of 2013.
UWS Is Out Nearly $900,000 After Latest Budget Cut
UWS Has Budget Cut by Hundreds of Thousands of Dollars
UWS is out nearly $900,000. This, after the University of Wisconsin Board of Regents approved it’s latest budget.
Sunday Dinner Pledge Campaign to Help Seniors
Pledge to Raise Money for Meals on Wheels
Home Instead Senior Care is on a mission to see more families share sit down Sunday dinner with their senior loved ones.
Sandstone Wall to Be Restored at Old Central High School
Wall at Historic Duluth School Being Restored
If you drive by the Old Central High School you may notice the sandstone wall is gone. But, no worries! It will be back.
Trash Along Beach Concerns Local Officials
10 Trash Bags Picked Up After Holiday Weekend
Beach equipment, trash and glass bottles are often left behind after the weekend and even more so after the holidays.
Annual Dog Show Kicks Off at the DECC
100 Breeders Come to Compete for "Best in Show"
More than 800 of man’s best friend’s are visiting Duluth for the famous dog show.
Youth Soccer Team From Colombia Visits Duluth
Soccer Team From Colombia Visits Duluth
Sixty young soccer players from Colombia kicked their way into the Duluth Heritage Center Wednesday afternoon.
Construction Begins on Martin Road in Duluth
$3.2 Million Re-pavement Project in St. Louis County
Those traveling on Martin Road can expect to see lane closures for the rest of the summer.
Sidewalk Shuffle 5K Hits Record Number of Participants
8th Annual Sidewalk Shuffle in Duluth
What better way to kick of Sidewalk Days than by running a 5K!
Local Doctors See Effects From Canadian Wild Fires
How the Air Pollution Can Effect Your Health
The hazy skies are slowly starting to disappear, but local doctors are still seeing the effects from the Canadian wild fires.
St. Louis County Supports Housing Funds
Grants to Help Fund Affordable Housing
St. Louis County is moving forward with expanding housing development opportunities in the area.
Developer Pulls Out of Rockridge School Property Deal in Duluth
Developer Still Plans to Move Forward With Morgan Park Site
The Duluth School District was informed the sale of the Rockridge School Property has fallen through.
“Road to Freedom” Tour Travels to Celebrate 25 Years of the ADA
Bus Tour to Acknowledge People with Disabilities
Duluth welcomed the Road to Freedom bus Tuesday morning to build excitement for the 25th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Duluth City Council, Mayoral Candidates File for 2015 Election
First Filing Day For Fall Election
Tuesday marks the first day of filing for City Council, Mayoral and School Board Candidates who want to run in this fall’s election.
‘Cookie Temptations’ Opens 2nd Location in Fitger’s
Cookie Shop Opens Second Store in Duluth
Calling all cookie lovers! ‘Cookie Temptations’ is expanding their store into the Fitrger’s complex next to Trailfitters.
Tips For a Fun, Safe Holiday Weekend in the Northland
Officials Send a Warning on 4th of July
Whether you’re in the car, on the boat, or having a BBQ, officials are sending out a warning on the deadliest holiday of the year.
Events in Bayfield on the 4th of July
Blindfold Dinghy, Fireworks and Sailboat Races
For those looking to get away, the city of Bayfield will have a handful of events for tourists.
Maritime Museum Reconstructs Skiff From 1940’s
Cubby Lebel Skiff Has Special History in Bayfield
To celebrate the history that once defined the town, the Bayfield Maritime Museum is constructing a replica of a historic skiff from the 1940’s.
Asian Pacific Legal Experience in America Exhibit in Duluth
In light of celebrating 250 years of America’s freedom, Northlanders will also have the chance to see the Asian Pacific Legal Experience in America at the Duluth Federal Courthouse.
Firework Stands Open For the Fourth
Firework Stand Opens in Duluth
Sparks are about to fly and firework stands are popping up in the Northland in preparation for the Fourth of July!
Volunteers Help Navy Veteran Live Independently
Randall Millen Receives Total Home Makeover
Volunteers from Home Depot partnered with Habitat for Humanity to help make a Duluth Veteran’s dream come true.
Smartphone Users Suffer From “Text Neck”
Doctors: "Text Neck" Creating Epidemic
We spend an average of 2-4 hours a day hunched over our smartphones and it’s having a major impact on our muscles and spine. Some of us are developing “text neck,” a condition doctors are calling an epidemic.
Veterans, Volunteers Restore Historic Greenhouse
Vets Learn Different Skill Trade Near Cable
The Forest Service has partnered with Veterans HistoriCorps and the Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs to help vets gain skill in construction and carpentry while re-purposing historic buildings.
Duluthian Named Assistant Conductor of Macbeth in Bulgaria
Duluth Native Named Assistant Conductor of Production in Bulgaria
It’s a dream come true for a musically inclined Duluthian. Executive Director of the Three Bridges International Chamber Music Festival, Samuel Martin, is heading overseas.
Buyers Line Up For Growlers During Grandma’s Weekend
Canal Park Brewery Saw Spike in Beer Sales
After a weekend full of tourists and marathoners, Canal Park Brewery saw a high number of eager customers coming through their doors.
“Slide the City” Brings 1,000 Foot Slide to Duluth
"Operation Warm" to Host Unique Event
Duluthians won’t need a water fountain or air conditioning to stay cool on July 25th. Instead, they’ll have a chance to splash down a 1,000 foot water slide! It’s called ‘Slide the City.’
Community Members in Duluth Gather for AME Vigil in Prayer
Community Honors Charleston Victims
Monday afternoon, hundreds of people filled St. Mark’s AME Church to remember the 9 victims who were shot and killed in a Charleston Church.
Whipper Snapper Race For Kids Kicks Off Grandma’s Weekend
Some really young racers already earned their ribbons Friday.
High Roller Bicycle Tour Starts Next Weekend
New Bike Tour to Start from Duluth to Two Harbors
If you love the outdoors and biking, then this is the tour for you! It’s called the High Roller Bicycle Tour.
Runners Carb Load Before the Big Race
Runners Load up on Spaghetti Before Grandma's Marathon Starts
While everyone has their different pre-race traditions, there’s one thing every runner agrees on: Bring on the carbs!
Crews Prepare Grandma’s Starting Line In Two Harbors
It’s beginning to look more like race day at the starting line in Two Harbors.
Social Media Helps Local Businesses Grow
Social Media Helps Northland Businesses Thrive
Scroll through your Facebook feed and you’re bound to see your friends liking new businesses. It’s a marketing trend that’s rapidly growing for local shop owners who tell us these days advertising is basically free if you’re online.
Running Tips For Race Day
Duluth Running Co. Gives Tips To Runners
Runners are arriving and race day preparation is they key to success on the big day.
Cooks Busy Prepping For Spaghetti Feed
Spaghetti Preps Under Way for Grandma's Marathon
This week, athletes from around the world are making their way to Duluth for Grandma’s Marathon. But, before anyone hops on the buses to the starting point, runners must carb up and gain energy.
$103 Million Duluth School Budget Approved
Budget Supports Class Size Reduction
Tuesday night, the Duluth School Board members approved the 2016, $103 million budget.
