DULUTH, Minn.– The snow is melted, and the sun is shining that alone is something to celebrate. But with the turning of seasons, there was another special celebration. “It’s really important to highlight the really vital role that Minnesota and Northern Wisconsin along Lake Superior play for bird migration. And even just the interaction of the urban and rural with…
CARLTON, Minn.– Black Bear Casino and Resort in Carlton near the Fond du Lac Reservation is celebrating the completion of a three-year long project. The 21-million-dollar expansion is finally complete after a year filled with construction. The new event center space is introducing 8 new rooms that can be used for conferences, banquets, or breakout sessions. And with the 20,000…
Cardinal Robert F. Prevost, now known as Pope Leo XIV, is making history today as the first elected Pope born in the United States. Over 133 Cardinals from around the world met at the Vatican for the election process. “Having a pope from the United States is unique. But he’s also a part of a religious order called the Augustinians…
DULUTH, Minn.– With the weather starting to feel like summer, soon enough parade season will be in full swing. And the Memorial Day parade will be here before you know it. In just two short weeks, the Memorial Day Parade will be happening in downtown West Duluth. The event not only helps get the community together, but it also highlights…
DULUTH, Minn.– The Upper Lakes Food Show is a chance for distributors to show off what they’re known for. They do this through sampling, demonstrations, and even simple conversation. “This is a cool opportunity for us to introduce new items, so items that maybe they haven’t seen yet before. Vendors that they didn’t know they worked with,” said Mitch Ryan,…
DULUTH, Minn.– When someone is arrested in connection with a case related to addiction jail time is often not a quick fix. Duluth’s ‘Recovery Court’ program offers aid instead of just punishment. Since 2002, the formerly named ‘Drug Court’ has helped out convicted felons with cases related to substance use. The Treatment Court Institute selected the now ‘Duluth Recovery Court’…
DULUTH, Minn.– For nearly 70 years, the Duluth Lions Club has been dishing up pancakes for this special day from sunrise to sundown. And to accomplish it all, there is quite the crowd of volunteers. “As much hard work as it is putting on the event, there’s a lot of… the adrenaline starts to go. I was here at 4…
DULUTH, Minn.– A big Twin Ports milestone is being celebrated this weekend. DeWitt Seitz Marketplace in Canal Park will be hitting its impressive 40th Anniversary. The marketplace has been a hot spot for tourists and Duluthians alike to browse shops, restaurants, and boutiques. And with the 40-year anniversary approaching, 10 shop owners decided to band together to celebrate. The festivities…
DULUTH, Minn.– Under the bright lights, you’re able to immerse yourself in environments that look familiar at first glance. But up close, with the exhibition “From Norway to the North Shore, you can pick up on the finer details through the series of paintings. Here you can find scenes of flowers and forests to Oslo and even Canal Park. “You…
TWO HARBORS, Minn.– Oftentimes in life, you can get lost trying to figure out different times of hobbies to get into. This was the case for Jadell Cavallin of Two Harbors. When back in 2013, she decided she was going to dabble into gardening. “I loved gardening, mostly because I loved food. And so realized that the best tasting food…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Denfeld Robotics team still has some life left because the Denfeld Nation Automation (DNA) team is nominated to participate in the Minnesota State Tournament. Recently, Denfeld competed in the WORLDS robotics championship down in Houston Texas. There they were joined by 27 different Minnesotan teams, and they excelled in the competition. Following this, they were able…
DULUTH, Minn. — Today marks a new chapter in downtown Duluth, as the vacant parking lot on West 2nd Avenue is finally getting taken down. After sitting untouched for many years, this 900-thousand dollar demolition project is going to look a little different from most. There will be no wrecking ball taking this down. The process itself will need to…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– Today 8th graders at Superior Middle School got the opportunity to learn about potential career paths. A dozen different career representatives met with the students to discuss their impact on the community. There were tables ranging from healthcare, to firefighting, as well as the Douglas County Humane Society. Some of those tables had demonstrations such as a flight…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– 4th Graders from Cooper Elementary in Superior had the opportunity to get some hands-on learning for Earth Day. The 4th graders got their hands dirty this morning at the Wade Park in Superior. They partnered up with the City of Superior to clean up trash. After they collected, the kids got to sort it all out, weigh it…
DULUTH, Minn.– Chances are, you’ve probably seen artist Amber Nichols at Lake Superior Art Glass in Canal Park. But now, tables are turning in her favor. And she is now able to grow her passions even more. “Being in that environment, surrounded by beautiful art and artists and creative people really drove me to want to my own place, and…
DULUTH, Minn.– This week is all about celebrating the volunteers that are the backbone of many establishments, such as Aspirus St. Lukes in Duluth. Two of the volunteers has dedicated 20 years of helping at not just Aspirus St. Lukes, but other places as well. Sharon Buchanan and Penny Derth helps with checking in patients and keeping families updated during…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– The duo who run Uffda Kombucha are developing a new brewery at the former location of Shorty’s and Bucktales on Tower Avenue in Superior. More specifically, the owners of Uffda Kombucha have decided they needed to expand because of their growing success. To accomplish this, the vacant building came up for sale, and after two years of searching,…
TWO HARBORS, Minn.– After experiencing a rough winter season which resulted in 100-thousand dollars in damage, The Lake County Historical Society is excited to be opening its doors to their light house. The 3M Birthplace Museum, and the Keepers Quarters experienced frozen pipes, which ended in some burst radiators. To help cover some of those costs, back in February, the…
DULUTH, Minn. — The DTA is getting ready to boost its fleet of busses, and bring back some in-demand routes. The nine new busses include new features to meet the growing needs of riders. The new DTA busses are equipped with fat tire compatible bike racks, as well as a new wheelchair securement system. MN-DOT is responsible for the funding…
DULUTH, Minn. — Paige and Nora Wagner of Duluth don’t share the typical sisterly bond. They’re bonding over what most would see as a situation that could bring anyone down. “I couldn’t see in the dark. So, my mom noticed that when we go out in the mornings I would be shuffling because I couldn’t see the ground to…
DULUTH, Minn. — A brand new alliance between businesses across the Blatnik Bridge met today to discuss future plans. The Twin Ports Business Alliance is made up of a group of local business owners and leaders. They say they will continue to meet leading up to the anticipated Blatnik Bridge construction. They are collaborating on topics such as affected tourism,…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — The Richard I. Bong Museum is celebrating a new way to power the history it has on display there. Half of the $10,000, 20-kilowatt solar array was funded by the ‘Solar for Good’ grant back in 2023. As the staff learns the full capabilities of the new system, up to 80 percent of the Bong Center’s electricity…
DULUTH, Minn. — The upcoming 20th Annual Rhubarb festival will be celebrating in a new location this year. Since the beginning of the rhubarb festival tradition, activities took place on the east end of Duluth. This year, the festival will take place at the Asbury United Methodist Church, a few blocks away from the Lake Superior Zoo. By bringing it…
CANYON, Minn.– Around 250 closed dump and landfill sites across St. louis County is being addressed with a proposed project. These sites are unlined and ultimately contaminating ground water. To try and solve this, there’s a multi-million-dollar plan to help reverse the centuries-long damage at those sites. The project is called the “St. Louis County Integrated Solid Waste Management Campus.”…
DULUTH, Minn.– Minnesota Governor Tim Walz visited Duluth today to address two different infrastructure projects. The first stop was for a groundbreaking ceremony at the Sofidel paper plant in Duluth. The company announced a 200-million-dollar expansion for the facility. With this expansion it will allow the facility to not only produce and package products but ship them out under the…
DULUTH, The Minnesota Nurses Association is about to begin new contract negotiations with Essentia Health and Aspirus St Lukes in Duluth, as well as the Twin Cities Metro Area. The goal is to reach an agreement before the current three-year contract expires in June. The MNA contract represents 15,000 nurses total. But in Duluth, 2,500 nurses are involved. The nurse’s…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– There were lots to celebrate and recognize today at the Superior Fire Department for the swearing in and awards ceremony. The Superior Fire Hall welcomed friends and family to celebrate accomplishments from their loved ones. The ceremony swore in four new firefighters to join the Superior Fire Department team. It also acknowledged promotions to the Captain, Assistant Fire…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — For over 30 years, UW- Superior has opened up its space for math-letes competing both against each other, and for individual gain. Over 70 students from 6 different high schools met up for the annual event. The meet covered geometry and calculus. The goal is to take away the pressure of grades, and scores, and add some…
DULUTH, Minn. — Tara Swenson announced bid for re-election for the Duluth City Council District 4 Seat back in March. Swenson tells FOX 21 that she would focus on ensuring residents and visitors feels safe, by supporting first responders. Continuing to invest in infrastructure is another goal, citing her work with turning West Skyline near Enger Park into a one…
DULUTH, Minn. — Wednesday, Duluth City Councilor at Large, Terese Tomanek, is seeking reelection this fall. The announcement coming at a press conference today at Duluth City Hall. There, Tomanek reflected on her efforts leading up to her current position. More specifically, her work involving the COVID-19 pandemic, as following her recognition for a Public Health Achievement Award. Tomanek also…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — More than 30 Libraries across Wisconsin are partnering up again in a special challenge to promote each other. It’s called the ‘Northern Waters Library passport program.’ The goal is to encourage people to visit as many northern Wisconsin libraries as possible this summer. At each location, library-goers will receive a stamp. Once a person reaches ten locations,…
TWO HARBORS, Minn. — Little Waldo Farms out in Two Harbors has seriously “found” their niche when it comes to growing plants. The farm got its start around three years ago, when it started out as a simple hobby. Since then, the garden has now bloomed into a full blown business. They plant everything from veggies, flowers, and even honey….
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Tower Avenue in Superior is filled with traffic. And after listening around, one can quickly become overwhelmed with the sounds of everyday life. But since Kindred Heart has opened it’s doors, customers are able to hone in on a peaceful, quiet, and calm atmosphere. “I do astrology, tarot and chakra work. I’m a registered holistic therapist. But…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Human Development Center Clinic in Downtown Duluth is giving Queer, Trans, and Nonbinary members a space to connect. For three months now, HDC has been providing a weekly meeting to get queer clients together. The closed group is giving clients the chance to get back into the community, and hear each other’s stories and experiences. ‘Queer…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — The Superior Public Library has branded itself as a welcoming communal space for hundreds of years and for National Library Week, the centuries long commitment has a spotlight. The gathering today featured numerous speakers recognizing the impact the library has brought since 1888. With the world of digital media, the Superior Public Library is still standing as…
DULUTH, Minn.– Engines are revving at Spirit Mountain this weekend, as the highly anticipated Amsoil Snocross Tournament began today. Spirit Mountain has welcomed snowmobile racers from around the globe for three decades now. But this year, instead of having the race in November, they’re ending the biggest snocross event in the world this weekend. Nearly 700 racers of all ages…
DULUTH, Minn.– A local roofing company is gearing up to help out a family in need with a brand-new roof replacement. After being in business for several years, the Twin Ports based roofing company is excited to give back to the community. ‘Heyday Home Solutions’ is giving away a free roof repair for one family in need. The company has…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– The month of April symbolizes Sexual Assault Awareness month. It was recognized today through stories shared by the Superior community. The press conference at the Government Building gave community members the opportunity to bring their stories to light. Professors, Mayor Jim Paine and representatives at CASDA shared their outlook as to why it’s important to stay informed. Being…
DULUTH, Minn. — On Thursday afternoon, a car lost control on a busy down-hill road in Duluth, crashing into a Taco Bell. It happened around 1:30 p.m. at the corner of 21st Avenue East and London Road. The vehicle was heading down 21st Ave. East when the brakes failed, sending it through a tree and into the Taco Bell. Thankfully…
VIRGINIA, Minn.– Essentia Health has announced a 14-million-dollar expansion and renovation of its emergency room in Virginia. Right now, the emergency department has seven rooms to care for patients. But when all is completed within the next year, the facility will double to 14 rooms. The Virginia hospital has been operating for more than a decade. Officials say it’s all…
St. Paul, Minn.– It’s been less than two weeks since Cleveland-Cliffs announced the temporary closures of the Minorca Mine in Virginia and Hibbing Taconite. Following this, there’s an urgent plea to extend unemployment benefits for the nearly 600 miners who are laid off. The steelworker’s union and state lawmakers from the Iron Range calling for the passage of the “Minnesota…
DULUTH, Minn.– A local writing club with the name ‘Duluth Failed Poets Society’, is currently celebrating quite the success. Since December, the group of around 70 writers collaborated on the book ‘Murder your Darlings’. It features a set of 33 works ranging from short stories, poetry, as well as art and illustrations. The Duluth Failed Poets Society meets every Monday…
CLOQUET, Minn.– The popular Duluth Antique Marketplace recently expanded to Cloquet, and today the community celebrated its opening day! After opening their first location in Duluth 8 years ago, the owner has been hoping to expand. The expansion only took a short two months. Owner Joanne Leland telling us, customers eagerly waited in their cars this morning before the doors…
DULUTH, Minn. — Back in 2015, the now owner of the Great Lakes Academy of Fine Arts noticed a lack of art schools in the area. Jeff Larson stumbled across the St. Peter’s Church, off of West 3rd street in Duluth. “My son was an artist too and when he, together we decided to, that we wanted to open a…
DULUTH, Minn.– Once known as the St. Peter’s Church over in the west end, the Great Lakes Academy of Fine Arts transformed it into a vessel for creating art. The school opened up in 2016, and students wasted no time getting involved. Considered a hidden gem in the community, the church was bought by the now teacher Jeff Larson….
DULUTH, Minn.–Even with the weather looking to be less than spring-like this weekend, there’s no stopping the Spring Equinox craft fair! 32 vendors at the Cloquet Armory are putting finishing touches on their booths. Many of the vendors are looking forward to displaying their projects but also connecting with the community. The event began this afternoon at three and continues…
DULUTH, Minn.– State healthcare leaders, providers, and advocates are holding a series of roundtables to discuss the future of Medicaid. Right now, changes are being proposed for Medicaid funding for the federal level. This would result in 880 billion dollars in cuts over the next ten years. In Minnesota specifically, it would mean the loss of 1.6 billion dollars annually….
TWO HARBORS, Minn. — A $44-million renovation of Two Harbors’ Minnehaha Elementary is now complete. The project was all about helping modernize the school’s facilities and restructuring the building’s layout. Technology, furniture, floors, ceilings, and security have all gotten upgrades. The school’s library is now front and center and creative spaces are enhanced, like the new “cafetorium” for student performances….
DULUTH, Minn. — ‘Maurices’ the popular clothing company with strong roots in Duluth is celebrating it’s 94th anniversary today. With nearly 100 years of business, the company is reflecting on both the hardships, and successes it’s brought. Maurices began in Duluth back in 1931 during the Great Depression. The company has opened 850 locations in the United States and Canada….
Judge Susan Crawford has embarked on a 10 day state-wide tour across Wisconsin for her “Common Sense Justice Tour.” With the election just six days away, Crawford was in Superior. Her campaign emphasizes voter rights, and believes in a justice system that highlights equality. “People really care about the Wisconsin Supreme Court both in the state of Wisconsin, and I’ve…
