DULUTH, Minn.– Ice fishing season is in full swing. And whether you’re a new or experienced fisherman, people in the Northland have been taking advantage of the nice conditions. It’s been one of the busiest ice fishing season’s in recent memory. The nice weather, extra free time from the pandemic, and the latest round of stimulus checks have been big…
DULUTH, Minn.– Take a Kid Fishing Weekend is here in Minnesota and families around the Northland have bundled up to spend some quality time out on the frozen lake. “Enjoy the nice weather, see if we can get them on some fish,” David Ankarlo-Church, who was fishing on Island Lake. The weekend promotion from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources…
DULUTH, Minn.– As Northlanders wait to get vaccinated to help in the fight against COVID-19 the thought of a normal summer ahead isn’t that clear, especially when it comes to events with large crowds. The longstanding Park Point Art Fair in Duluth, which attracts 100-plus artists from the Midwest and more than 10,000 visitors, won’t be celebrating its 50th…
DULUTH, Minn.– Anderson Motors is no stranger to doing giveaways. In the past, they’ve handed out gift certificates to local businesses and service right in their shop, now, they’re switching gears to try and help those in the community in a big way. The car dealership just off of rice like road near Pike Lake announced in a Facebook post…
DULUTH, Minn.– Some snowmobilers in Pike Lake took advantage of the temperatures being unseasonably nice and warm for January in the Northland. K.C.P.R.O. East is a youth snowmobile racing group in the Northland. They made a stop Saturday at Pike Lake. Kids ages 4-17 got on their sleds of all sizes and drove through a makeshift track on a frozen…
DULUTH, Minn.– As entertainment venues were allowed to reopen this week, one Duluth hotspot for tourism opened their doors up again today. Staff at Glensheen Mansion says while expecting 100 people to come by, they saw 300 throughout the day. Since the mansion’s front doors were shut over December, visitors got to browse through their Christmas decorations. They were left…
DULUTH, Minn.– As schools try to navigate reopening through the pandemic, some local schools are sending a reminder to the community follow health guidelines. The Duluth, Superior, and Proctor school districts along with the cities of Duluth and Superior launched the ‘We Can Northland’ campaign. It’s a series of videos from students, staff, and other community members asking the public…
DULUTH, Minn.– Meanwhile Spirit Mountain has been making snow since before Christmas and the warmer temps are now bringing lots of skiers and snowboarders out to the slopes. Officials say all the hills and the Nordic Center are now 100 percent open. This winter has been an interesting winter weather wise we started off with those November temps fairly warm….
MADISON, Wis.– The state of Wisconsin is preparing to take the first steps into the next phase of the vaccination process as over 213,056 Wisconsinites have received the vaccine. The state will be opening up vaccines to groups like frontline and EMS workers, firefighters and members of law enforcement. Also next week, nine mobile vaccination teams will be sent out…
ST. PAUL, Minn.– Tensions continue to rise across the country as the Presidential Inauguration nears. Now some states are taking extra precautions to make sure their own capitol buildings are safe. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and other state leaders laid out some of their plans for next week as they try to protect the capitol and the surrounding area from…
DULUTH, Minn.– As vaccinations continue across Minnesota, in St. Louis county 8,377 people have received the shot. While that’s just four percent of the county’s population, those in the health sector are preparing for the next steps. The county is still in phase one of vaccine distribution but Essentia Health has laid out its plans for the next round of…
DULUTH, Minn.– Classes are starting up again at the University of Minnesota-Duluth as students and faculty tries to navigate another semester with COVID-19 still around. The spring semester is still mostly virtual for students with only a small number of in-person classes. Students say still feels a little weird to not see as many people in the halls, but added…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– Vaccination efforts continue across the country, including in Wisconsin, where more than 123,000 people have been vaccinated so far. Hospitals and local health officials have been trying to distribute the limited amount of doses as best as they can, including in Douglas County. Earlier this month, vaccines were given out to employees at Essentia Health’s hospital in Superior….
FLOODWOOD & SWAN RIVER, Minn.– Once Monday rolls around, Minnesota bars and restaurants will once again welcome back customers inside. And that’s great news for two small town establishments. “It hasn’t been easy,” said Sheri Young, Manager at Mainline Station Bar and Grill in Floodwood. “It’s time, it’s time.” Sheri Young is the manager of mainline station bar and grill…
DULUTH, Minn.– The Great Lakes Aquarium in Duluth will also reopen its doors Monday morning. Restrictions are a little tighter this time around, only 150 people will be allowed inside compared to 200 during the summer. But during the slower time of the year, aquarium officials say any amount of people coming in right now is crucial for the facility….
DULUTH, Minn.– Well donuts are good and ice cream is also good. On Saturday, at one business in Lincoln Park you could get them both together. Wild State Cider’s ice cream, known as Camp Creemee ice cream, teamed up with nearby Johnson’s Bakery to create what they call a “Donut Creemee.” Chocolate and/or salted maple ice cream were put together…
DULUTH, Minn.– Bentleyville cleanup continues, it’s most iconic — and heaviest displays have now been put away for the year. Crews began work early this morning, taking the 128 foot tall tree down piece by piece. And the entire tree about 128 feet tall, the bottom part alone weighing more than 16,000 pounds. It needed to be taken down and…
DULUTH, Minn.– After weeks of anticipation, the ice rink at Bayfront Park was ready to open up again Saturday. And Duluthians were ready to make the most of the opening day. Ice skating outside as rinks like this is one of the main staples of wintertime in the Northland. Dustin Hamm and his daughter Madison have been skating the rinks…
DULUTH, Minn.– While shipping boats and barges are no stranger to the shore and harbor here in Duluth it will be welcoming in cruise ships as soon as this summer. Vikings expeditions first travel ship the Viking Oceantis has hit the water. The ship will carry over 370 passengers into Canal Park in May of 2022. Other cruise ships are…
HERMANTOWN, Minn.– The Hermantown School District is making changes as they hit the halfway point for the school year. Hermantown Community School Administration officials planned back in December to have all kindergarten through 12th grade students back to school in a hybrid model by next week. While plans have change a bit, most students will be coming back. After meeting…
MADISON, Wis.– As the number of people vaccinated in Wisconsin surpasses the 100,000 mark, the state is beginning to increase the amount of doses. State health experts say the Department of Health Services allocates vaccines based on a state’s population and healthcare center’s ability to store doses. Wisconsin has increased the amount of vaccine providers from 100 to now more…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– If you’ve got late fees racked up with the Superior Public Library, fear no more you’re in the clear. The library, on the corner of Tower Avenue and Belknap Street, is no longer charging late fees for books and other items. All fees currently out there have been wiped out as well. The Superior Public Library now joins…
DULUTH, Minn.– A candlelight vigil took place in front of the Federal Building in downtown Duluth tonight. Around 20 protesters got together after organizers put the event up on Facebook Wednesday night. The event was put together by the Northwoods Socialist Collective. Organizers with the event say that the event was put together on short notice and they are happy…
DULUTH, Minn.– Restaurants aren’t the only businesses in Minnesota that will be welcoming people back inside. Entertainment venues can start up again for indoor service as well. Along with restaurants, places like bars and entertainment venues will soon be allowed to welcome limited numbers of customers indoors for the first time in nearly two months. And places we spoke to…
DULUTH, Minn.– A new place is coming into Duluth for those who enjoy some good tacos and other authentic Mexican dishes. The new taqueria called Tacos Tacos Tacos is getting ready to open its doors soon. According to the establishment’s website, it will be located along East Superior Street in downtown Duluth’s HART District. The owner says on their Facebook…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– While bars in Minnesota remain closed for indoor service, the ones in Superior made the most out of New Year’s Eve. Bars find business over New Year’s Eve weekend. In a normal year, the New Year’s Eve weekend is a time for friends to get together to say goodbye to the past year. But this time around, celebrations…
DULUTH, Minn.– Well, if you’re looking for something cool to do in the new year how about looking up at the sky this weekend to catch some shooting stars? The Quadrantis meteor shower will become visible tonight for people to see. According to astrologists, meteor showers happen when the debris trail of a comet burn up when entering earth’s atmosphere….
DULUTH, Minn.– Two years ago, the hair care center Loc’d Up Kreations Studio was founded. On Saturday, a second location opened up to offer a new kind of store to the Twin Ports. Loc’d Up Kreations Studio or LUKS along First Street in downtown Duluth opened LUKS Beauty Supply just two doors down. The original location features braiding and dreadlock…
DULUTH, Minn.– As Bentleyville switched its lights off for the 2020 season earlier this week, cleanup has begun for the huge light display. Around 20 volunteers were at Bayfront Park this morning. They pulled down lights and moving other displays throughout the attraction. Despite being open an extra four days this year one volunteer says cleanup isn’t too different from…
DULUTH, Minn.– 2020 was an interesting year to say the least. And as we turn the page now to 2021, some people down in Canal Park their thoughts reflecting the past year and their hopes for the future one. “We’re putting an end to 2020 and everything that was encompassed in that year. And it’s a clean slate,” said Brenda…
DULUTH, Minn.– On this cold Christmas eve, one place in Duluth was giving out some hot meals for those in need. VFW 137 off Michigan Street in west Duluth held their annual free meal giveaway, a tradition that’s been going on for over 35 years. Instead of a big meal in the building, folks were given their meals to-go this…
DULUTH, Minn.– Volunteers and community members braced the cold winds and chilly temps to help clean up Bentleyville after the blizzard. The harsh weather from Wednesday’s snowstorm struck Duluth’s Christmastime icon. Nearly half a foot of snow covered the area in a blanket of snow, topped off with gust of up to nearly 50 miles an hour by the shores…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– It’s been seven years since 11 skydivers played with death after a mid-air collision of two planes over Superior. Those skydivers continue to put that highly publicized moment to good use in the community. Miracle 11, as they call themselves, is a non-profit that donates money every year to local organizations. This year included a $5,000 check to…
DULUTH, Minn.– It was a winter wonderland Wednesday in Duluth. But while it’s keeping some people indoors for the time being, a handful of local businesses are geared up for their time to shine during the blizzard. Starting on Wednesday afternoon, Duluth was hit with its first significant winter storm of the season. “Well, I guess officially winter’s here I…
DULUTH, Minn.– In 2020, going home for Christmas might not be as easy as it sounds. Along with trying to navigate the pandemic, the Duluth International Airport is preparing for the incoming snowfall during one of their busiest weeks of the year. AAA is expecting at least 34 million fewer Americans will travel this Christmas season due to the pandemic….
MADISON, Wis.– As another 2,400 cases of COVID-19 were reported over in Wisconsin, the state is announcing a new way to get tested right from your living room. The state announced a partnership with vault testing to give out take home COVID-19 saliva tests. They can be ordered through the state’s health services website starting Tuesday. When a kit arrives,…
ST. PAUL, Minn.– As vaccination efforts continue across Minnesota, Governor Walz expects 250,000 vaccines by the end of the year. The governor said earlier today that 2,999 Minnesotans have been vaccinated. This week, the state is expecting nearly 128,000 doses combined from Pfizer and Moderna. While only a small amount of people have been vaccinated so far, Walz says he…
DULUTH, Minn.– Vaccinations continue here in Duluth after both St. Luke’s and Essentia Health started vaccinating their staff last week. Management at Essentia say they have given out shots of the vaccine to almost 900 of their employees. And at St. Luke’s they have over 900 doses at their facility as both hospitals are expecting the Modera vaccine sometime this…
GREENWAY, Minn.– As elementary students prepare to come back to the classroom next month, some high schoolers in Itasca County are making their case to come back to the classroom sooner than later. A group of high school seniors from surrounding Itasca area schools, along with a state representative-elect made their case to the return classroom, along with sports and…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– With the extra snow and winter break ahead, the city of Superior is getting their ice rinks going again this week. The city of Superior is opening their outdoor ice rinks and warming houses. Rinks will open on Christmas Eve at Wade Bowl, Pattison, Carl Gullo, and South End parks. Masks are encouraged when on the ice and…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– At U-W Superior, they stocked up with a new group of law enforcement officers to aid the department. UWS swore in six new officers to the force on campus, the most at a time in over a decade. Along with the officers, Joseph Eickman was sworn in as the new chief. He says it’s a unique job working…
MADISON, Wis.– Over 10,000 Wisconsinites have received the COVID-19 vaccine in almost every county and a lot more are on the way. Wisconsin is eligible to receive over 100,000 doses of the Moderna vaccine this week, and the first doses are expected to come today. Because this version of the vaccine can be stored at a standard freezer temperature, health…
DULUTH, Minn.– The fifth annual Make Every Child Smile toy drive may look just a bit different than in recent years but organizers still found a way to help support hundreds of families in the Twin Ports. Because of the uncertainty with the pandemic, the toy drive almost didn’t go on this year. But organizer Mike Letica was able to…
DULUTH, Minn.– While they aren’t holding services in-person due to the pandemic, one Duluth church found a way to continue their Christmas traditions. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church on east Superior Street in Duluth held a living nativity outside their front doors. Kids were out there dressed up as shepherds, wise men, and all of the other characters in the Christmas…
DULUTH, Minn.– Bars and restaurants are now able to serve people on site again. It just has to be outdoors in December. And even though the circumstances might not be ideal, local businesses are doing their best to make it work. On a chilly Saturday in Duluth, bars and restaurants were able to host customers outside for the first time…
DULUTH, Minn.– The Lake Superior Zoo opened back up Saturday, being among the outdoor venues allowed to open in Minnesota under the governor’s updated COVID-19 guidelines. Guests walked the grounds of the zoo again after it was closed since last month. One group visiting from hours away says they were checking out Bentleyville last night and when they heard the…
DULUTH, Minn.– As the pandemic continues into its ninth month, local lawyers say more people have begun the process of getting your affairs in order. Dahlberg Law Office has seen an increase in estate planning during the pandemic. The head of Dahlberg says estate planning makes up most of his business. And that it takes a crisis event like Coronavirus…
CARLTON, Minn.– As Christmas gets closer, some high school students in Carlton are helping get food and other important items to those in need. The Carlton High School National Honor Society held a food and mask drive the last two Saturdays. Proceeds from the drive will go to the reach mentoring program which matches mentors to kids who live in…
DULUTH, Minn.– With visitations sidelined during the pandemic, St. Luke’s is asking for some help to keep their patients busy. Their foundation is asking for donations to try and entertain patients. Items needed include magazines, novels, puzzle books, and anything that someone can do individually. Donated items can be for all ages but they are looking more at activities for…
DULUTH, Minn.– After getting their shipment of the COVID-19 vaccine earlier this week, St. Luke’s has now begun vaccinating their staff. The first one to receive one of the 850 doses at St. Luke’s was ICU nurse Samantha Moder. She has consistently been on the front lines treating patients with Coronavirus. On a day where the hospital is also honoring…
