Paine, Hagen Face Off in Mayoral Election Tuesday
Candidates Round Up Last Minute Voters
Superior Residents are getting ready to head to the polls!
Author: Avery Neuville
Rural Schools Struggle to Keep, Attract Teachers
Declining Enrollment, State Aid Cuts to Blame
Leaders of some rural school districts in the Northland are concerned they are not receiving the funding necessary to retain enough staff members to provide a quality education for students.
Limited School Space at Marengo Valley Causes Concern
Increasing Number of Students, Need for School Space
Marengo Valley is seeing an increasing number of students with a limited amount of space at its current school.
Spring Has Almost Sprung at Cloquet Greenhouses
Year Round Efforts to Produce Spring Blooms
The saying may be that April showers bring May flowers but for the Cloquet Greenhouse it’s a year round effort that produces spring blooms.
Cloquet Country Club Seeking New Superintendent
General Manager Looking for Management Skills
A group of people who can’t wait for the cold weather to end and snow to melt is the golfers. But, this year a new face will be seen on the course in Cloquet.
55th Season Kicks Off at Gordy’s Hi-Hat in Cloquet
Infamous Burger Joint Opens Its Doors
If you aren’t in the spring mood yet, maybe the grand opening of Gordy’s will help.
Buddies Not Bullies: Step Up to Stop Bullying in the Northland
Anti-Bullying Org. Helps Raise Awareness
The topic of bullying is an emotionally charged and very serious issues not only across the country but here in the Northland and a new organization is helping reiterate the importance of anti bullying within the community.
Duluth Mail Collection at Earlier Time Due to Processing Center Closing
Processing Center Will Close April 18th
The Duluth Distribution Center will close for good April 18th.
Glensheen Mansion Behind Hollywood Lights
California Crew Films "Forgotten"
The Minnesota movie production trend has hit Glensheen for the first time since 1972.
Duluth City Councilors Ask for Pay Increase
Come April 8, Commission Considers Pay Raise
The Duluth City Council last received a pay increase nearly 20 years ago.
MN Republicans Present Transportation Plan with No Gas Tax
MN Legislators Unveil $7 Billion, 10-Year Transportation Plan
Minnesota’s Republican Leaders unveiled their plan to raise $7 billion over the next decade to pay for repairs to roads and bridges.
National Puppy Day Encourages Pet Adoption
Adopt or Volunteer at a Local Animal Shelter
Calling all Dog Lovers! Give your little furry friend an extra hug and treat because it’s National Puppy Day!
Northland Campuses Celebrate World Water Week
Events to Raise Awareness About Fresh Water
National Water Week is making a splash at local colleges by inspiring students to understand water issues.
Make Music Matter for Noteworthy Kids in the Northland
Helping Kids Receive Music Education Outside of School
Outside of school there are few opportunities to fund music education for kids.
Local Lawmen Skate It Out For Good Cause
9th Annual Lake Superior Lawmen Hockey Classic
Local lawmen battle it out on the rink to raise money for Courage Kenny Northland.
Upcoming Repairs at Duluth City Hall
Front Entry Inaccessible Due to Repairs
Monday, March 23, City Hall in Duluth will be temporarily inaccessible.
New Website, App Launched by National Geographic
Geotourism Highlights Most Recommended Places Throughout Region
A new geotourism website launched Thursday morning that highlights the most recommended places throughout the region.
Duluth’s Animal Allies Raises $8,000 for Sick Kittens
Fifteen Kittens on Strong Road to Recovery
In a Fox follow up, the 15 sick kittens at Animal Allies are on a strong road to recovery.
Superior’s Mayoral Candidates Participate in Open Panel Discussion
Two Candidates Go Head to Head Before Election Day
Superior is in the final leg of its mayoral election season.
Pipe Trades Apprentices Compete in International Contest
8th Annual Apprenticeship Contest
Plumbers, welders and steamfitters all gathered to compete in the 8th annual apprenticeship contest.
Redevelopment Grant to Help London Road Project
$250,000 Grant Awarded to City of Duluth
The City of Duluth has won a grant to help redevelop the vacant site at 21st Avenue East and London Road.
WI Governor’s Budget Would Eliminate Tourism Position
Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center Employee in Danger
Governor Walker’s current budget proposal would eliminate the visitor services coordinator position at the Northern Great Lakes Visitor Center.
Northland College Opens New Freshwater Center
Northland College Hires Journalist and Scientist to Co-Direct
A College in Northern Wisconsin has hired a journalist and research scientist to co-direct a new center dedicated to freshwater issues.
Future Changes at Miller Hill Mall
Closing, Remodel and New Store at Mall
Wet Seal has already closed and the Deb clothing store will close soon.
Ship Contest Offers Trip to Duluth
Prize Package Includes Food, Tickets for Area Attractions
If you’ve got a knack for guessing things right, you could win a trip to Duluth.
State Budget Would Cut Money for Port Projects
Port Cuts Raise Concerns for Shipping Season
Governor Walker’s proposed budget will cut funding to Wisconsin’s Harbor Assistance Program.
Postal Distribution Center to Close in April
Set to Close April 18th
The United State Postal Service is set to close it’s mail processing center in Duluth next month.
Muddy Trails Lead to Maintenance Issues
Trails Closed in Duluth Due to Weather
While the weather has been enjoyable this past week, Duluth City Officials say the warm-up is hurting 200 miles of trails.
KYN: Hibbing’s First Day Spa
Offers Wide Range of Relaxing Amenities
In this weeks Knowing Your Neighbors, Fox 21s Avery Neuville takes us to downtown Hibbing where the owner of the city’s first day spa introduced themselves to the town offering a wide range of relaxing amenities that everyone can enjoy.
Seed Lending Library Back for Round 2
Purchase Seeds at the Duluth Public Library
For the second year in a row, you’re able to get more than just books and electronics from the Duluth Public Library.
Superior Community Proposes To Build Children’s Memorial Park
Members to Build Memorial Garden in Billings Park
Four people from Superior-Douglas County are proposing to create a garden of hope to celebrate the lives of children who were taken too soon.
Scoop the Poop: Clean Up Pet Waste
Leaving Waste Can Threaten Environment
With most of the snow melted on city streets, the ugly side of spring is starting to show it’s stinky self.
Tycoons Alehouse Advances in Best Historic Bar Contest
Duluth Business Advances to "Sweet Sixteen"
Tycoon’s Alehouse is in the running to being named America’s best historic bar.
Superior Police Department Honors Officers’ Accomplishments
Annual Award Ceremony in Superior
The Superior Police Department celebrated the accomplishments of its officers at this year’s annual awards ceremony.
U.S Coast Guard Ice Breaking Season Begins
Coast Guard Established First Track For Lakers
The Twin Ports are known worldwide for being a shipping hub. But, the U.S. Coast Guard has to help prep area waterways for the upcoming season.
Duluth Public Library Celebrates Milestone
125th Birthday Celebration at Duluth Library
The Duluth Library Foundation hosted a celebration in honor of the Library’s 125th Birthday Wednesday afternoon.
Duluth’s Mounted Patrol Looks Ahead to Get Ready For Summer Patrolling
Four Officers Train With Their Four Legged Friends
They’re big with flowing manes, large personalities and long tails and members of the Duluth Police Department are now busy training to use them on the force.
Medical Marijuana Operations Restricted to Specific Zones
Duluth Identifies Potential Zones for Medical Marijuana
Duluth City Officials are setting limits on where a medical marijuana distribution center can be placed in the city and many locations are already being considered in a recent proposal.
UMD to Offer Gender Inclusive Housing in Duluth
Inclusive Housing Begins Fall 2015
UMD is starting a trend by offering a gender inclusive housing in the fall to 5 on campus apartment buildings.
Northland Students Explore Careers in Construction Trades
First "Construct Tomorrow" in Duluth
More than 10 area high schools attended the first “Construct Tomorrow” Career Exploration Event to find out what it means to have a career in the building trades.
Duluth Awarded $200K Grant From EPA
Help Revitalize West Duluth
The City of Duluth has been awarded a $200,000 grant from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Injured Eagle Rescued by South Range Family
Two Teenagers Capture Bald Eagle
A rescue story is coming out of the small town of South Range, Wisconsin where two teenagers saved an injured bald eagle.
Ash Tree Removal Near Blatnik Bridge
22 Trees Removed in Area
A new round of ash trees came down in Superior Monday afternoon.
Mild Winter Help January Tourism Numbers in Duluth
Tourism Numbers Increased by 20% in Duluth
January tourism numbers are in and Duluth City Officials could not be happier with the outcome.
Ice Sculpture on Barker’s Island to Tumble Down
Sculpture Completely Down By End of April
It’s time! The infamous ice sculpture is set to come crashing down.
Alder Starts Breaking Ice For Shipping Season on Lake Superior
Ice Breaking Operations Will Last Two Weeks
A heads up from the U.S. Coast Guard as they started ice breaking in the Twin Ports Monday morning to prepare for the upcoming shipping season.
Student Trains to Paddle Board Across Lake Superior
Three Month, 1,200 Mile Expedition
A UMD student is training to be the first person to ever circumnavigate Lake Superior on a stand up paddle board.
An American Idol with Local Roots
Maddie Walker Is In Top 24
An American Idol hopeful with Northland connections is on the fast track to Hollywood.
Ice Sculpture To Be Torn Down in Superior
Hanson Plans to Tear Down on March 8th
The 50 ft. ice sculpture in Superior is set to come down within the next week.
Duluth Police Warn of Drug Overdose Risk
6 Drug Overdoses Over 24 Hour Time Span
The Duluth Police Department is coming off of a startling weekend with at least a half dozen drug overdoses. All believed to be caused by heroin.
