Superior To Launch Restaurant Week During March
More than 20 Local Establishments to Participate
Superior is hoping to launch a restaurant week of its own starting March 22.
Author: Avery Neuville
Waterfront Resort Gets Approval to Start Construction
Numerous Environmental Hurdles Create Better Project
The 4 year quest to redevelop Duluth’s Waterfront is making headway as construction has officially started for the Pier B Hotel Project.
New E-Cigarette Bill Would Regulate E-Cigs and Restrict Indoor Use
Expand Ban to All Workplaces
Legislation has been introduced that would ban the use of electronic cigarettes indoors statewide.
LSC to Host 2nd Annual ‘Vine and Dine’ Gala
Wine, Food, Silent Auction
Thursday night, locals will have the chance to enjoy wine and specialty foods while supporting the Lake Superior College Foundation.
12th Annual Mono-Ski Madness and Race Camp
Paralyzed Skiers Improve Skills on Slope
Skiers and instructors from across the Midwest gathered at Spirit Mountain to better their moves on the slopes.
Duluth & St. Louis Co. at Capitol Days
18th Annual Duluth Days
Duluth City Officials are in St. Paul for the 18th annual Duluth and St. Louis County Days.
Minnesota Small Town Leading “America’s Coolest Town”
Grand Marais Top Dog in Contest
For a small town, Grand Marais is receiving some national attention. The town has been nominated to compete for the title of “America’s Coolest Small Town” 2015.
Effort to Open Natural History Museum
Prehistoric Adventures Launching Fundraising Effort
An effort to open a natural history museum in Superior is in the making. A local non-profit, Prehistoric Adventures, is determined to start a museum at the Old Library on Hammond Road.
How Do the Animals Fare in the Cold Temperatures?
Animals Need to Take Extra Precautions During a Cold Snap
It may not come as a surprise that it’s hard for the staff at Lake Superior Zoo to take care of themselves. But, what about the animals?
8th Annual Ikidarod Kicks Off In Duluth
2nd Graders Compete With Classmates
Duluth 2nd graders leashed up their classmates Friday for the 8th Annual Ikidarod.
Duluth Pilot Recalls Flight With NBC’s Brian Williams
Allan Kelly Sets The Record Straight
Controversy continued to swirl Friday around NBC Nightly News Anchor Brian Williams, with questions still being raised about his stories of past experiences, including a helicopter incident years ago in Iraq in 2003.
Friday is Winter Bike to Work Day
Celebrate Cycling in the Winter
Do you like to bike? Do you like the winter? Then join in on Winter Bike to Work Day Friday morning.
Public Auction of Tax Forfeited Properties
Auction Features 30 Properties
Officials in St. Louis County are looking for Northland buyers to take some vacant property off their hands.
New Management at Enger, Lester Park
Billy Casper Golf Firm to Manage Two Golf Courses
The City of Duluth has selected Billy Casper Golf to manage it’s two courses, Lester & Enger Park.
Remembering the Loss of Charlene Mechley
Safe Kids Joins "Hopes of Faith" Effort
Monday afternoon, three Hermantown girls were rewarded for taking a stand after losing their 11-year-old friend to carbon monoxide poisoning.
Congressman Nolan Explores Highway Needs
Transportation Forum Held At Duluth City Hall
There are 1,200 structurally deficient bridges, and several of them in our region are being called obsolete, according to Congressman Rick Nolan.
Ely Winter Festival Celebrates 22 Years
Artists Create for Snow Sculpting Symposium
The 22nd Annual Winter Festival officially kicked off in Ely.
Ely to Host First Beard and Mustache Contest
Beardfest Joins Ely's Winter Line Up
The small town of Ely is bringing something new to this year’s Winter Festival.
Hartley Nature Center Celebrates Winter Season
Winter by Candlelight at Hartley
Hartley Nature Center will celebrate the winter season with their 9th annual candlelight ski, skate and snowshoe event.
Referee Shortages Impact Northland Sports
Fewer Young People Venturing into Officiating
There’s no question refereeing sporting events is a tough and sometimes even thankless job.
Lawmakers Propose Bill to Keep Police Body Cam Footage Private
Bill Addresses Police Body Cams, Records
Debate is continuing as to whether or not the footage from the cameras should be seen by the public.
Confirmed Measles Cases Increase
Measles Cases Top 100 Within 14 States
Measles had been obsolete from this part of the world for quite some time, but it is now making a strong comeback with more than 100 cases diagnosed.
Prepping for Super Bowl Parties in the Northland
Crunch Time For Super Bowl Gatherings
The countdown is on to Super Bowl 49 and local restaurants and liquor stores have been planning to score a touchdown with their customers for the game.
Care Packages to Military Personnel
Students Donate Items to Local Troops
A service project for middle school students at St. James consists of sending care packages for a local troop overseas.
Earned Income Tax Credit Awareness Day
Preparing Income Tax Returns
Taxpayers can get free in person assistance at the Duluth Public Library.
New Proposal Would Eliminate ‘Snow Days’
In Minnesota, winter’s arrival brings threats of snow days, and some districts plan to overcome cancelled school with “virtual school days.”
Inside Look at Kaye E. Barker in Superior
Tour of Work on Lakers Before Shipping Season
While the lakers are set to sleep, workers and crews are working hard to repair the damage from the shipping season and we get an inside look at what goes on inside during the off season.
Northland Man to Compete in World’s Largest Sailboat Race
Clipper Round the World Race
A local will be the first Minnesotan to complete the world’s largest sailboat race.
WI Assembly Passes Right-To-Work on Party Line Vote
Walker to Sign Right-to Work Monday
After an all night debate, the Wisconsin State Assembly has passed the right-to-work bill on a party line vote. But, democrats rallied against the bill saying it was designed to destroy labor unions.
Burrito Burger Newest Menu Item at BU
A Burger In A Burrito!
Picture this. A burger in a burrito! It’s the hottest new item at Burrito Union.
New LGBTQ Minor to be Offered at UMD
A new minor has been approved by the University of Minnesota Board of Regents.
Johnston Files Suit Against Duluth School Board, District
Johnston to Protect 1st and 14th Amendment Rights
School board member, Art Johnston, has filed a federal lawsuit against the Duluth School Board and District.
Bill Proposes New Registration Process For Therapists
New Massage Therapist Registry, Credentialing
The Minnesota Legislature says it’s time to enact a registration process for local massage and bodywork therapists.
Local Businesses Raise $65K for Trail Project
Loll Designs Donates $30,000, Minnesota Power Foundation Donates $35,000
Two local businesses helped raise $65,000 dollars for the Duluth Traverse Trail Project.
Plow Operators Benefit From Snow
More than 35 Crews Out at 4 a.m.
When winter weather hits it’s tempting to stay inside. But, that’s not a luxury snow plow drivers have.
Ice Conditions May Cause Concern For Great Lakes Shipping Industry
90% Ice Coverage on Lake Superior
It’s not a shock that last year’s brutal winter caused major delays for the shipping industry as their tracks were blocked by ice coverage.
Last Chance to Vote for America’s Coolest Small Town
Grand Marais Leading National Contest
Wednesday, March 4th is the last day to vote for Grand Marais as America’s Coolest Small Town.
Allegiant Air Suspending Duluth-Las Vegas Flights
Suspension Effective August 17th
Las Vegas has been a destination from Duluth for 9 years. But, for the first time flights from Duluth will be suspended.
For the Love of Hockey: Kraft Hockeyville
Fryberger Arena to Potentially Receive Upgrade
Some much needed improvements could be coming to a Twin Ports Arena.
Northland Food Shelves Serving More Families
6% Food Increase to Residents
Use at the Northland’s 40 area food shelves served by Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank has increased 6% in the last year.
Duluth and Superior United Way Organizations to Potentially Merge
Leaders From Both Org. Talking About Uniting
Leaders from the United Way Organizations of Duluth and Superior are talking about merging.
Proposal to Merge Carlton, Wrenshall School Districts Voted Down
Wrenshall Voted Against 3-1
In a Fox follow up, the proposal to combine Carlton and Wrenshall school districts has halted.
Protests Planned Against Right-to-Work Debate
Wisconsin Could Be 25th Right-to-Work State
The streets of Madison are packed with Union Leaders fighting to stop Wisconsin from becoming the 25th right-to-work state.
Bone Chilling Weather Benefits Superior Ice Sculpture
Sculptor Thriving Through Cold
The wind and cold has been beneficial for the infamous ice sculpture on Barker’s Island.
Downtown Businesses Prosper After Busy Weekend
Tourism Increases During Hectic Weekend
With a hectic weekend in Duluth, businesses continued to thrive during all the craziness.
U.S Steel Site Cleanup Threatens Operations of Lake Superior & Mississippi Railroad
Future LS&M Operations Could End
Cleanup of the contaminated former U.S. Steel Mill Site in Duluth could start as soon as this fall. But, part of that effort will involve tearing out the railroad tracks running through that site.
Superior Makes Top 10 Affordable Wisconsin Cities
Study Ranks Superior #1
A study has ranked Superior as the most affordable place to live in Wisconsin.
UMD Suspended From LGBT Friendly Designation
Campus Pride Strips UMD's Title
It was several weeks ago that the contracts of head women’s hockey coach, Shannon Miller and her coaching staff would not be renewed after this season ends. Miller and her staff all happen to be gay or bisexual. Now, a National Group is pulling UMD from consideration this year to be named an LGBT friendly school.
“Love Your Melon” Donation Event
100 Hats to Be Donated at St. Mary's
The UMD campus crew is preparing to donate 100 hats to child at St. Mary’s.
New Production and Brewery Taproom in Grand Marais
Tap Room Open at Gun Flint Tavern
A vision of 16 years is now realized as Gun Flint Tavern serves up Cook Counties first handcrafted beer to the public.
