DULUTH, Minn.– Over at the Duluth Folk Museum, people got a chance to learn how to bring a small piece of the farm to their backyards. The class offered tips and tricks on raising chickens. There was even a guest appearance from an actual chicken. It also taught about how to stay up to code on Duluth’s ordinances about the…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– City officials in Superior released their plans to increase the amount of walkways, bike lanes, and more. The goal is to increase public safety and promote a more active lifestyle. Tonight the people of Superior had a chance to take a look at the city’s plans and voice their thoughts for the active transportation plan. Active transportation is…
DULUTH, Minn.– Leaders from around the Twin Ports and beyond came together at The DECC for the 10th annual St. Louis River Summit. Resource managers, community members, and more gathered to discuss the condition of the St. Louis River and solutions to keep it clean in the future. The river is currently listed as an area of concern because of…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– State and local officials in Wisconsin have released their proposal to clean up the water around Howard’s Bay in Superior. Sediments in the bay are contaminated and pose a threat to the environment and the shipping industry. At the Douglas County courthouse, residents shared their thoughts about the Howard’s Bay Remediation Project. The meeting is a team effort…
DULUTH, Minn.– Local Boy Scouts gave back to the Duluth National Guard today. The donation was in the form of fresh popcorn, $2,000 worth to be exact. The Boy Scouts sell popcorn every year as their fundraiser but customers had the option to place an extra order for military members. Those extra orders paid off. “Giving back is part of…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– There’s a new business in Superior that’s built on a childhood skill. Megan Alanen has been sewing for almost her entire life. “I learned how to sew when I was very little,” said Alanen. “I learned how to sew before I learned how to read.” It was something she picked up from her great grandmother. Together the two…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– Essentia Health is showing off a robotic tool that’s helping the future of orthopedic surgery. The public event was all about educating potential patients who are considering joint replacement surgery. The star of the show was Mako, a surgical robot arm that’s been at Essentia for almost two years. It’s a robotic, arm-assisted tool that helps orthopedic surgeons…
DULUTH, Minn.– Wildfires have devastated Australia this year, killing at least 25 people and nearly 500 million animals. The Lake Superior Zoo and a local artist are doing what they can to help. Today the zoo hosted leap into action bringing awareness to the wildfires and collecting donations for Zoo Victoria’s Wildlife Emergency Fund. The event centered around sharpie art…
DULUTH, Minn.– Today at the DECC, women of the Northland came together for the 12th annual Duluth Women’s Expo. The expo included everything from education to fashion to healthcare and more. This year there was no admission fee but there was a suggested donation of five dollars. The money from the donations goes directly to Safe Haven women’s shelter in…
DULUTH, Minn.– The 44th annual Grandma’s Marathon is getting closer. This morning, runners had a chance to prepare for the race. Today’s gear-up was sponsored by Essentia health. It started with about 70 runners taking part in a group run. This year, Grandma’s decided to host a watch party for the 2020 U.S. Olympic Marathon Trials. Those involved say that…
DULUTH, Minn.– A new study conducted by the Minnesota Department of Transportation shows just how much the Duluth International Airport contributes to the local economy. The study shows that the airport brings in over $760 million in annual economic activity. It also supports more than 6,000 jobs and provides advantages that help local businesses. Officials say the airport impacts a…
DULUTH, Minn.– More than 83,000 cases of coronavirus have been reported worldwide. Now growing concern in the United States as the World Health Organization raises the virus’ threat level to “very high”. Here in the Northland, hospitals are doing what they can to prepare for the disease if it reaches this area. As of right now, there are no confirmed…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Fire Department came to the rescue of a deer that fell into Lester River Friday afternoon. The Department’s six engine crew responded to the call of a deer in distress in the river. Firefighters were able to rescue the deer by throwing a lasso around its neck and pulling it out of the water….
DULUTH, Minn.– The chili was flowing in west Duluth tonight. The 10th Annual Chili Cook Off at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church. There were 12 different tasty versions of chili for people try and then vote for their favorite. Proceeds benefit the CHUM Food Shelf. Organizers say the cook off is a great way for people to come together to support…
DULUTH, Minn.– Well it’s that time of year again, Girl Scout cookie season is upon us and people all over the Northland are stocking up on the tasty snacks. But where do those cookies come from and how does it benefit girls in the Northland? Every year the Duluth area girl scouts look for a temporary home in the Twin…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– Today is Ash Wednesday. It marks the first day of lent, the forty day period between Ash Wednesday and Easter. With busy schedules and so much going on, it can be hard for people to make time to get to church services. One church in Superior is attempting to make it easier for people to observe Ash Wednesday….
DULUTH, Minn.– The Duluth East Daredevils robotics team hosted an open house tonight. The 32 students on the robotics team showed the public what this year’s robotics competition will look like. Those in attendance also got a look at the robot the team has been building since January and saw a demonstration of what it could do. Members of the…
DULUTH, Minn.– Great Lakes Aquarium hosted Toddler Tuesday today. The weekly family event has been taking place at the aquarium since 2011. More than a dozen toddlers roamed the aquarium to learn all about wildlife through games and activities. This week’s theme was alligators and lizards and on occasion, guests can even touch the backs of small alligators. The aquarium…
DULUTH, Minn.– At Lake Superior College’s downtown campus today, a handful of students received a gift that will help them through school and into the workforce. The LSC Foundation and the Arrowhead Manufacturers and Fabricators Association awarded four machine tech students with new tool boxes. The tool boxes contain over $1,500 of equipment and tools that will help the students…
DULUTH, Minn.– Revised cost estimates are in for what started as a bridge construction project at Mission Creek and turned into a burial recovery project. New numbers show the restoration will cost the Minnesota Department of Transportation an estimated $17 million above the project costs original estimate. A situation in the Fond du Lac neighborhood in the far west part…
DULUTH, Minn.– Today at Canal Park there was a unique opportunity to learn more about one of Duluth’s biggest industries. The Lake Superior Maritime Visitor Center hosted a class teaching all about the ships that pass through the Twin Ports. Participants learned about different kinds of ships, how to tell them apart, and what the ships are carrying. “People want…
DULUTH, Minn.– Bent Paddle Brewing is gearing up to expand. The Duluth brewery is planning to double the size of their brewing building where a majority of their beer is produced. The extra space will allow Bent Paddle to add more fermenters, bigger bright tanks and more room for packaging. While brewery officials are excited to begin the expansion, growler…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– A building in superior that used to be filled with books is hoping to soon be filled with businesses. The old Superior public library is on the verge of something brand new in the city. Co-working has become a popular business concept in recent years with locations all across the country including in Duluth. It brings small businesses…
DULUTH, Minn. – An annual event showcasing the future of land surveying has made its return to Duluth for the first time since 2017. The Minnesota Society of Professional Surveyors held their yearly convention Thursday. More than 300 people met at the DECC to see the future of survey technology featuring items such as 3-D laser scanning and drones. Land…
DULUTH, Minn.– An expert from UMD is giving update on the coronavirus. As of last week, there are 15 confirmed cases of the disease here in the U.S. Both Minnesota and Wisconsin have each had people tested for coronavirus which has resulted in one confirmed case in Wisconsin about two weeks ago. Coronavirus has over 70,000 cases worldwide. While most…
DULUTH, Minn.– A new home fixture store in Duluth has announced when they will open their doors. The new HomeGoods location in Burning Tree Plaza will be where Dunham’s Sports used to sit. The store will open its 15th location in Minnesota on March 29th. The national chain will sell items like furniture rugs cookware and more. Categories: News, News…
DULUTH, Minn.– It was a busier 2019 for Duluth firefighters. Nearly 550 more calls were recorded from the previous year along with almost 30 more total fires. The number of calls to the Duluth Fire Department increased roughly 3.5% compared to 1% increases from the previous two years. The annual report recorded 28 more fires and an increase of 546…
DULUTH, Minn.– A group of kids were invited to learn more about health and the human body at UMD. The American Indian Community Housing Organization (AICHO) took six Indigenous youth to the medical school at UMD to learn about the human body from a group of medical students. Kids learned how to do basic procedures like giving a blood pressure…
DULUTH, Minn.– Everyone learns differently but what about learning with marshmallows? Kids at the Mt. Royal Library created devices to throw, catapult, and launch marshmallows. It’s all about teaching kids about science and technology. And of course, there were enough marshmallows to snack on. Organizers hope the use of common household items like marshmallows can encourage kids to take an…
DULUTH, Minn.– Kids from a local youth basketball organization spent some time with college athletes in the gym tonight for a unique opportunity. The Rookie Basketball Association brought over a dozen kids to St. Scholastica to participate in their men’s basketball practice Monday. This is just one stop in the organization’s tour of college practices around the Northland and gives…
DULUTH, Minn.– With the day off, parks and outdoor rinks were filled with kids. Thanks to the Minnesota Wild and others, one outdoor rink in Duluth is getting an upgrade. The Duluth Heights Community Center has been a place where kids from all over the city can come and skate but when association practices begin, public skaters are moved to…
DULUTH, Minn.– With plenty of things to do this Presidents Day, some fresh snow made it a great day on the slopes. Spirit Mountain opened up their lifts today for a fun day of skiing. While the slopes are normally closed on Mondays, they open for holidays like President’s Day and Martin Luther King Day so students can get another…
DULUTH, Minn.– On Monday’s day off from school, there was a lot going on inside a Duluth business that’s been a favorite for kids for almost a decade. Adventure Zone was filled with kids enjoying their day off from school. The theme park is celebrating its ninth birthday, offering drawings and a chance to earn free passes in March. Days…
DULUTH, Minn.– Over the slopes, female skiers were able to get a sneak peek at some new gear. Spirit Mountain hosted their annual Women’s Ski Demo earlier today to give women’s alpine skiers a chance to try out some of next year’s equipment. As 20 different models were on display, organizers say this demo can help skiers find the ski…
SUPERIOR, Wisc.– Prom is right around the corner. It’s a night that can be fun for high schoolers but can also be pretty expensive. Now one local business is making it easier for students to attend. Angie’s Closet in Superior has donated 30 formal dresses to Superior High School to help make prom more affordable for students. The store has…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– For some kids, school breakfast and lunches are their best access to food but what about the weekends? One Superior organization has been answering that call for the last 10 years. It started out as a way to give families food over Christmas but it’s now been feeding children in the Northland for the last decade. The Backpack…
SUPERIOR, Wisc.– Student veterans received a helping hand today during a unique event at UWS. Green Zone Training provides information to give Superior students knowledge of student veterans and their transitions back into civilian life on and off campus. The university says the event can help students find ways to connect with veteran students making the jump to the classroom…
SUPERIOR, Wisc.– The lot for the future Cobblestone Hotel in Superior has been getting reminded of its past. It’s now just an empty lot. It’s the future site of the Cobblestone Hotel in Superior but because of debris left over from previous buildings that have stayed there, construction on the hotel remains delayed. Additional testing and soil corrections were needed…
Fond Du Lac Reservation — Herb Fineday has been sewing for over 30 years. “I learned from watching my mother and picking it up, just watching her,” said Fineday. Fineday is the owner of Round Lake Traditions, a clothing shop located in the Brookston Community on the Fond Du Lac Reservation that sells Ojibwe-themed apparel. “I specialize in applique designs…
DULUTH, Minn. — A new era for the College of St. Scholastica was made official today. Dr. Barbara McDonald was inaugurated as the 13th president in the school’s 108-year history. McDonald grew up in Lebanon where she and her family lived and worked in Africa, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. She also has experience serving colleges around Minnesota. St….
DULUTH, Minn. — Toddlers got to take part in a unique educational event at The Depot earlier today. The Trains and Toddlers program allows pre-school age kids and their parents to enjoy all kinds of train themed stories and crafts. Admission into the museum is half off during the event and museum members get in for free. The museum staff…
DULUTH, Minn.– After a year and a half of updates and renovations, UMD has re-opened its ice rink. The rink opened in January after undergoing renovations that started in the summer of 2018. The $3.6 million project updated the rink’s heating, ventilation, cooling, and refrigeration systems. UMD students have spent the past month using the rink to make up for…
DULUTH, Minn,– With all of the snow that has come this season, ski trails have been busy all winter long. The Snowflake Nordic Ski Center in Duluth has been packed with skiers enjoying all that the trails have to offer. The ski center has been actively grooming the trails to make sure skiers have a firm and smooth run. While…
DULUTH, Minn.– There’s a local business in Duluth making sure your pet gets to the vet. Poocher Pet Shuttle opened for business in November and has been picking up pets around the Twin Ports taking them to and from their appointments. They will now even pick up and deliver dog food upon request. While work has been slow lately, owner…
DULUTH, Minn– A West Duluth business is planning on adding a second store downtown. Tortoise and Hare Footwear has announced they are opening a second location along the 300 block East Superior Street. They will have some of the modern equipment featured in their original store but will be smaller than the current location. The business says the new store…
DULUTH, Minn.-Middle school students from across the region were at UMD today to test their math skills during a unique competition. The event was set up through the Professional Engineers Society to encourage middle school students to take an interest in the STEM fields. Organizers say they hope these competitions give kids a greater understanding of these areas. “They’re being…
