DULUTH, Minn. — The University of Minnesota Duluth hosted an online seminar regarding the potential threat of artificial Intelligence leading to an “info-pocalypse.” The meeting featured two professors of philosophy from Northeastern University who spoke about how digital fakes, fake news, and bots posing as humans have the potential to confuse people to the point of not knowing if…
DULUTH, Minn. — Local labor unions stepped out in support of tenants and the “Duluth Right to Repair” initiative that’s on the Nov. Ballot. The ‘Duluth Right to Repair’ gives renters a tool to get timely fixes for common repairs such as bathroom fans, leaks, cabinet doors, and appliances. The cost of the repair would not exceed $500, and then…
HERMANTOWN, Minn. — The Hermantown City Council has voted 4-0 to rezone land for a potential data center, officially changing the property from residential to business and light manufacturing. While the vote marks a major step forward for the proposed project, city leaders say it’s a rezone only and does not approve the data center itself. The decision came just…
HERMANTOWN, Minn. — The Minnesota Twins teamed up with the Minnesota Girls Baseball Association to host a free girls’ baseball clinic at Fichtner Field in Hermantown. As part of the Twins community fund, around sixty clinics are held each summer, offering young athletes a chance to try baseball in a fun and exciting way. The coaches and Twins staff ran…
CARLTON, Minn. — The Haunted Shack is back for its 32nd season, to bring spooky activities to the Twin Ports. The haunted attraction is located on a working farm that is transformed each year to bring people from around the Midwest out for some fun. The festivities include the haunted shack, corn maze, haunted hay ride, petting zoo, and outdoor…
DULUTH, Minn. — Starting tomorrow, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or SNAP is being impacted nationwide due to the Federal Government Shutdown. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program helps low-income individuals and families afford food during tough times; however, starting Thursday, the program will be temporarily frozen nationwide because of the Government Shutdown “After today, we will not be able to…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth City Council held a first reading on an ordinance proposing a 12-month pause to new short-term rental permits. City officials report that the number of vacation rentals has increased rapidly, resulting in the conversion of many single-family homes into short-term rentals. The proposed pause would give the city time to think about how these rentals…
DULUTH, Minn. — The closed Lester Park golf course will be brought up at Wednesday’s Duluth planning commission meeting, with a recommendation to transfer the property to the Duluth Economic Development Authority (DEDA). A 268-acre property that used to be a fully operational golf course until 2020, when it shut down due to COVID and financial struggles. Although some…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez met with Superior residents Monday during her tour across Wisconsin as she runs for Governor. After working closely with Governor Tony Evers, Rodriguez says she is running for Governor to help better the lives of those in Wisconsin. Rodriguez’s journey began with a tour, taking the time to visit counties across the…
SOLWAY TOWNSHIP, Minn. — Residents of Hermantown and the surrounding area attended a meeting Sunday evening at Solway Town Hall regarding a proposed plan to build a data center in Hermantown. The large project is being proposed as a 1.8 million-square-foot facility that could be situated near Midway Road and Morris Thomas Road on 403 acres. Sunday’s meeting provided an…
DULUTH, Minn. — People gathered at Duluth Tattoo Company for a fundraiser in support of the Rosendahl family as they recover from a devastating house fire. The family is part of the tattoo community here in Northland, and multiple tattoo shops, including Duluth Tattoo Company, Benchmark, and Resurrection, came together, spending the last few weekends fundraising. The events brought people…
DULUTH, Minn. — In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Safe Haven hosted their 20th annual fall fundraiser at Clyde Ironworks. The powerful evening brought people from across the Twin Ports together to support survivors and raise awareness about domestic violence. The event program included a cocktail hour, live music, dinner, and a raffle, with all proceeds benefiting survivors of…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — The start of the school year brought in the opportunity to showcase some potential at UW-Superior. More than 77 booths gave students the scoop on what their future could look like. Each booth offered careers ranging from healthcare, business and even law enforcement. Students spent the day networking and seeing what the Twin Ports have to offer,…
DULUTH, Minn. — Minnesota Senate members traveled across the state to discuss more than 20 proposed projects requesting state matching funds. For this tour, there were two projects discussed in St. Louis County. First, they discussed replacing a regional landfill leachate treatment system in Canyon, Minnesota. The 6 million dollar project aims to help protect ecosystem health, and remedy contamination….
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Students, faculty, and local businesses gather at UWS for the annual Networking Night inside the Yellowjacket Union. Networking Night allows students the opportunity to meet with employers in a low-stress environment, the evening before the Fall Career and Internship Fair. The event features theatre skits, tips, headshots, and employer tables to help students practice networking skills, gather…
DULUTH, Minn. — The City of Duluth hosted a House Capital Investment Bonding Tour on Tuesday about the future rehabilitation of Lot D down by Canal Park. The tour aimed to showcase the economic development opportunity that Lot D could bring to the Bayfront area. In order for the lot to become a fully functioning part of Duluth, it will…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Whole Foods Co-op’s 55th anniversary kicking off with an official mayoral proclamation at Ursa Minor. The Co-op, founded in 1970, began as a small buying club and has since grown into what we now know as two community-owned grocery stores. Between the two stores, there are 140 dedicated employees from within the community helping to keep…
DULUTH, Minn. — People gathering along the lake walk to take on the super moon 5k run put on by the North Pack Run Club. The run aims to get people out into the community for a fun run and a chance to experience the first Aries full moon of the year. The 5k starting at the Rose Garden and…
KELLY, Wis. — The town of Kelly, Wisconsin, is turning over a new leaf this fall as people gather at the town hall to celebrate their first fully paved road. The small town, with a population of just over four hundred residents, according to the 2020 census, was established in 1913. The town’s main road, Maple Ridge Road, was gravel…
DULUTH, Minn. — Families gathering for some fall fun at Glensheen’s first-ever Fall Children’s Day. The family-friendly event is geared for all ages and brings people out to explore the bright fall colors around the estate. The activities include giant tic tac toe, a leaf scavenger hunt, pumpkin bowling, a pumpkin hunt I-spy, and arts and crafts inside the winter…
DULUTH, Minn. — People across the Twin Ports gathered Thursday for the 20th annual Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge Gala. The event is put on every year to bring awareness to those who are struggling with addiction and raise money for the Minnesota Adults and Teen Challenge program. The program works with men in Duluth to provide a thirteen-month treatment…
DULUTH, Minn. — A ribbon-cutting was held today to celebrate the refreshed Incline Stairway Trail. The event, organized by Duluth Parks and Recreation and the Duluth Preservation Alliance, features an interpretive hike up and down the stairway… highlighting the installation of new interpretive signage as well as the historical designation of the Incline Stairway. The stairway previously served as part…
DULUTH, Minn. — A Proctor native, retiring from the Minnesota National Guard after thirty years of service, and beginning a new chapter serving as the Executive Director of the Minnesota Department of Military Affairs. Army Col. Scott Rohweder is a veteran of deployments to Bosnia and Iraq. He commanded Soldiers at every level and is the recipient of a variety…
DULUTH, Minn. — Are you fascinated by the spooky, mysterious, and paranormal? If so, a new company in Duluth might have just what you’re looking for. US Ghost Adventures recently launched its new ghost tour location in Duluth. The company offers a one-hour, narrated tour that explores the city’s most haunted and eerie sites. The tour covers a variety of…
ASHLAND, Wiss. – The meeting highlights the importance of West CAP’s work to provide the essential services while showcasing Governor Evers’ efforts in the 2025-27 Biennial Budget to lower everyday costs of working families and individuals across the state. “Poverty would be 11% of Wisconsin households. That kind of old description of an extremely low-income household, where Alice so they’re…
DULUTH, Minn. – The fourth annual Dixon’s Applepalooza welcoming fall with flavor and fun all weekend long at the Beaver River Farm Wedding and Events. People gathering for the free, family-friendly festival to kick off the fall season with truckloads of apples from the Dixon Apple Orchard, based in Cadott, Wisconsin. Every year, the weekend-long celebration is held on the…
DULUTH, Minn. – Western Lake Superior Habitat for Humanity hosting a homecoming and picnic outside at Munger Park. The nonprofit, which helps locals build and improve safe, affordable housing, brought neighbors, volunteers, and homeowners together to connect through the celebration of their mission. The event included games, raffles, music, food, and an opportunity to meet the people behind Western…
DULUTH, Minn. – Local artists getting together for a block party today in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Duluth. ‘Minnesconsin Gallery and Gifts’ hosted the free event, bringing neighbors together for an evening of connection and celebration through art, live music, food, and activities for kids. It’s a way for artists to share their work while allowing people to shop…
DULUTH, Minn. – Local animal crisis shelter, “Puppa’s Pals”, hosting its third annual “Wags and Wine” fundraiser at Pike Lake Golf Club. The non-profit provides short-term foster care, medical support, and resource support to help pet owners during times of crisis. The main focus of Puppa’s Pals is to prevent people from having to surrender their pets by fostering them…
SUPERIOR, Wiss. – Representative Angela Stroud holds a town hall meeting at the Superior Public Library regarding the Wisconsin state budget on school funding. Under the state’s new budget, the Superior School District is projecting a loss of $1.8 million in state general aid. This will increase local property taxes to help offset the decrease in district funding. Stroud spoke…
HERMANTOWN, Minn. – People gathering at the Hermantown YMCA to give the St. Louis County Public Works community input regarding the Active Transportation Plan for West Arrowhead Road. The project’s main focus is the stretch between Haines Road and Rice Lake Road, where heavy traffic and limited pedestrian or bike accommodations can make travel for non-motorized users difficult. The overall…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Folk School is currently fundraising to help renovate the back side of the building into more classrooms and workshops. The school has been offering classes since 2016, and the surrounding community has grown over the years. There is currently one classroom available, located on the second floor, making it less accessible. Their main goal is…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Preservation Alliance putting on its annual historic properties tour today. The long-standing annual event focuses on opening up historic buildings, residential and commercial, to the public for a chance to learn about some of Duluth’s rich history. Every year, the location and theme change, allowing for every area of Duluth to be showcased. This year,…
DULUTH, Minn. – Ursa Minor Brewing is wrapping up its weekend-long Oktoberfest with some family fun today. This year’s Oktoberfest doubled as the brewery’s seventh anniversary. The free four-day event featured a variety of live music, face painting, German trivia, stein holding, and concluded today with a Kids and Family Day. The Duluth Children’s Museum, Great Lakes Aquarium, Lake Superior…
SUPERIOR, Wiss. – Great Lakes Elementary School has added a fluffy new staff member making this the first dog to become a part of the Superior School District. The school brought in a five-month-old purebred Labrador Retriever named Libby as a therapy dog, whose main job is to help students feel calm and supported throughout the school day, making learning…
DULUTH, Minn. – Doctors, patients, and families gathering in the atrium at Essentia Health-St. Mary’s Medical Center to shine a light on childhood cancer awareness month in a brand new way. The hospital kicked off the event with an inaugural lighting up of the lakeside of the building for the first time with the color blue, chosen by young cancer…
DULUTH, Minn. – People gathering at Hartley Nature Center for the thirteenth annual Hike for Health fundraiser put on by CHOICE Unlimited. The event is dedicated to supporting adults with disabilities. The main activities consist of a long hike and a short hike, vendors, demonstrations, and prize drawings. All proceeds from the event go towards health and wellness classes, gym…
TWIN PORTS – Starting at 9 tonight, the Minnesota Department of Transportation will be closing the northbound I-535 at the Blatnik Bridge. The closures include Hammond Avenue and the Highway 53 ramp in Superior. There is a detour in place directing traffic to Highway 2 Bong Bridge. This allows crews to complete lane reconfiguration work as part of the Twin…
DULUTH, Minn. – The annual Oktoberfest celebration wrapped up at Bayfront Park today after a weekend filled with all things German. The weekend-long festival brings German heritage to life through authentic food, imported beer, live music, stein-holding contests, yard games, and, of course, bringing the fest to a close with the Dachshund Derby. Locals say, although there is great beer,…
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth Cider is accepting apple donations for this year’s Big Bad Apple Bash. For the past seven years, Duluth Cider has been hosting The Big Bad Apple Bash, which consists of live music, kids’ games, food vendors, and apple pressing to create the 2025 brew, which will debut at next year’s event. Each year, the brew has…
DULUTH, Minn. – Hartley Nature Center is kicking off the 10-week Minnesota Master Naturalist Volunteer Training. Volunteers sign up and complete the 40-hour hands-on course taught by expert instructors. The course consists of studying natural history, environmental interpretation, and conservation stewardship through both indoor and outdoor learning. This helps participants develop their ability to observe nature and learn tools to…
DULUTH, Minn. – Steve Grove, the CEO of Star Tribune, presenting his New Memoir titled “How I Found Myself in the Midwest” at Ursa Minor Brewing this evening. The book takes a unique perspective on Grove’s life as he left Minnesota to join the TECH. The industry eventually returns to and acquires a government job here in Minnesota. Grove was…
DULUTH, Minn. – Free Expungement Clinic taking place at the Damiano Center to help people as part of the clean slate movement. The clinic offers people help with getting certain criminal records sealed by the court. The resources provided at these clinics consist of legal representation, ACLU lawyers, public defenders, and legal aid to help walk people through the process….
DULUTH, Minn. – The St. Louis County Rescue Squad teaming up with the Proctor McDonald’s to fundraise for McHero Night. The rescue squad brought some of their important equipment to the McDonald’s Parking lot for people to tour and learn about. During the fundraiser, 20% of all sales were donated directly to the St. Louis County Rescue Squad, enabling…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Armory Arts and Music Center, a local non-profit, teaming up with Chipotle to raise funds for the kids’ music program. People were encouraged to use a one-time code for online or in-store orders, with twenty-five percent of event sales being donated to the cause. These funds help continue the music program, which served over 2,100 students…
DULUTH, Minn. – On London Road in Duluth, a second, much larger Vietnamese restaurant known as Phoholic is opening. The new spot is the former longtime home of China Cafe, which has a much larger parking lot. This will make it easier for people to park, enter, and leave. The restaurant opens tomorrow at 11 a.m. on the 1600 block…
DULUTH, Minn. – The skyline of downtown Duluth is shining a little brighter with a new addition to the downtown’s latest housing development. Inside Force on Fifth Avenue New signage has been installed on Force on Fifth Avenue’s building at the corner of 5th Avenue West and Superior Street. Brian Forcier, president and CEO of Titanium Partners, is behind this…
WRENSHALL, Minn. – Friday evening, 11-year-old Avery Anderson died after being hit by a vehicle in Wrenshall. The child was reported to be riding in the roadway near the intersection of Broadway St. and Crestwood Drive when she was hit by a pickup truck. An off-duty Cloquet Police Department Patrol Officer dispatched the Carlton County Sheriff’s Office and then began…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – When a parent is driving, the most precious cargo is their children, and keeping them safe starts with proper car seats. The Superior Fire Department and Safe Kids Northeast Minnesota held their monthly car seat safety clinic earlier this evening. The program aims to teach parents and caregivers how to properly install car seats and learn what…
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert formally proposed a 4.1 percent property tax levy increase for the city’s portion of the 2026 levy. He says new growth within the city will bring the percent down to an “inflation-only” 2.7 percent. Today’s announcement was made at the city council’s agenda session. This comes after the city administration earlier this spring…
