DULUTH, Minn.– Cider North is returning to the DECC for its third year, and they’ve got a lot brewing for this event. 10 vendors across Minnesota and Wisconsin are gathering at this event eager to share what makes them unique. Some of the cideries came up with exclusive flavors for Cider North. Guests will be able to play yard games,…
DULUTH, Minn.– A first of its kind project using hydrogen-based energy is in limbo after a federal pause on grants loans took place but was quickly revoked. That first of a kind project is called ‘Green Iron Project’, and it centers around the conversion of iron into steel using a hydrogen energy plant. The Minnesota Natural Resource Institute has a…
DULUTH, Minn.– Duluth Cider is one of two cideries in the Northland. And their entire cider making process happens all under one building. “It’s really nice, in the middle of Duluth Minnesota, we’re taking on cider, we’re doing it all in our cellar, and bringing it up, out the door, all over, it’s actually pretty cool,” said Kyle McKean. Duluth…
ELY, Minn. — Former President Jimmy Carter teamed up with the Friends of the Boundary Waters during his administration, to help back up his efforts around the Boundary Water Canoe Area Wilderness. “There’s been a lot of sacrifice, a lot of victory too, and not all of those sacrifices accumulated into what we have today,” said Riley Smith. Riley Smith…
ELY, Minn.– The city of Ely is gearing up for one of their biggest seasonal events, and they’re wasting no time getting the prep work done. The Ely Winter Fest is a 10 day event celebrating the season with numerous activities. Volunteers from the Rock Country Masonry is hard at work preparing 4,000-pound snow cubes. Snow sculptors from around the…
DULUTH, Minn.– After the recent closure of the Lake Superior Elementary School in Superior, an agreement was made to revitalize the property into apartment units. The elementary school closed it’s doors at the end of the school year back in June. The closure happened cause of a decrease in enrollment as well as budget constraints. But that opened up the…
ELY, Minn.– Following the death of former president Jimmy Carter, he left behind quite the legacy for the Boundary Waters. After his recent death back in December, Friends of the Boundary Waters are looking back at his impact fondly. During Carter’s presidency, he teamed up with the Friends of the Boundary Waters. Together they passed numerous bills and acts promising…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– The year 2024 had a huge focus on incorporating nature back into the City of Superior. They revitalized Woodstock Bay and planted trees in the neighborhoods. “2024 was a very successful year in the city of Superior. We made a number of significant investments in our infrastructure; we developed many new housing units. And we’ve been increasing quality…
CLOQUET, Minn.– ‘Heart Berry’ is a woman and native owned store, and they back in 2023. The store was by inspired a strong desire to teach and share art with the Cloquet community. “I started out as a moccasin maker and beadwork artist. And really quickly saw that my community really wanted cultural art. I really wanted to teach cultural…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– This past year, the city of Superior has been sprucing up the area by reworking and reimagining the landscape to be more in touch with nature. Superior reintroduced the new and improved Woodstock Bay Landing in August. It used to be a gravel and dirt boat landing, but transformed into an area filled with trails, a pavilion, and…
DULUTH, Minn.– After what was initially thought to be just a burst pipe situation at Animal Allies, turned out to be so much worse. The shelter posted on their Facebook page last Friday, showing the damage resulting from the flood. The animals living there are all safe. Staff told FOX 21 that the leakage is from their sprinkler system as…
DULUTH, Minn.– Lake Superior Zoo experienced two broken pipes on Wednesday night. This resulted in flooding from the ceiling in several areas of the main building. No animals or staff were injured from the flooding. Staff ran several large fans to help dry out portions of the affected areas. Only one side of the lower level had to be…
DULUTH, Minn.– Despite the holidays being over, Super one Foods is still celebrating the success with their annual holiday round up. Every year at the Super One Foods stores they team up with the Salvation Army. This is the second year that all of the Super One locations has pitched in. With the help of both the bell ringers and…
DULUTH, Minn.–Â Staff layoffs are taking place in the Duluth School District due to budget cuts. Superintendent John Magas says, the budget reduction is caused by pandemic relief funding ending as well as financial challenges, inflation, and rising special education costs. 83-85% of that budget is responsible for salaries and benefits. Over 50 meetings took place to discuss the best course…
DULUTH, Minn.– Following the popularity of the Spanish Immersion Program at Lowell Elementary School. Meyer’s Wilkins Elementary is next in line. The Spanish Immersion Program is part of the Duluth Public School’s efforts to help the demand for diverse learning. Right now, this program takes place at Lowell Elementary. Lowell has 325 students enrolled in the program. For Fall of…
DULUTH, Minn.– Because of the dangerous cold we’re experiencing, many businesses decided to close up shop today. Despite the name, 190 Degrees Coffee shop in Lincoln Park is braving temps deep in the negatives. They decided to keep their doors open to provide locals with warm shelter to escape the cold. Being able to provide that level of comfort for…
DULUTH, Minn.– Cold weather is prime time for battery failures and other car issues. During this time, there are numerous things to keep in mind. When the temperatures drop, there are a handful of things to keep tabs on with vehicles. The owner of Auto Medics in Duluth told FOX 21 to check up on fluids and tire pressure. The…
DULUTH, Minn.– Management at the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center are ready for a stronger year ahead following operational challenges that lead to a million-dollar loan request from the city in 2024. “We had a lot of capital projects here that failed. So, when the DECC arena system broke, we then had to do an emergency fix for our entire AC…
DULUTH, Minn.– What used to be Taste of Saigon down in Canal Park now has a new name and new tastes. The restaurant has rebranded as ‘Pho’licious’ and had opened on November 18th. “Well, my wife has always loved to prepare food. And she’s always wanted a soup shop. So, it presented itself to us, and so we took it,…
DULUTH, Minn.– The local restaurant, Taste of Saigon in Canal Park, now has a new name and a new taste. Under new ownership, ‘Pho-licious’ is serving up authentic Vietnamese cuisine. The co-owner, who is also the owner’s wife, received hands-on training in Washington, D.C., learning the art of crafting traditional dishes. They described making pho as a true labor of…
DULUTH, Minn.– The winter season is feeling a bit more seasonal this year, because some freezing cold temperatures are on the horizon. The Northland is bracing for a cold stretch, lasting through next Wednesday. With temperatures falling well into the negative teens and ’20s. Temps that low matched with windchill are especially dangerous, because frostbite can occur in as little…
DULUTH, Minn. — For 45 years, the DECC has hosted the 2nd largest skating competition in the country. Now, this weekend, 600 skaters from all across the country will be hitting the ice to show off their skills with jumps, spins, and routines set to music. The annual event is hosted by the Duluth Figure Skating Club. The competition will…
DULUTH, Minn. — The DECC in Duluth has begun wrapping up a project they’re calling “Portside Park.” The site will act as a venue that will hold 4-thousand guests. Stemming from the success following popular events such as the Winter Village, they’re excited to incorporate this while rebuilding the sea-wall. The DECC is looking forward to holding concerts and other…
DULUTH, Minn. — Union workers from Essentia’s facility in Deer River, picketed in Duluth on Wednesday. The workers are apart of the Service Employees International Union, but were joined today by local chapters of ASFME and the United Steel Workers. The various unions showed their support by braving the cold in front of Essentia’s 2nd Street facility. The Deer River…
DULUTH, Minn.– UMD’s Kirby Rafters has received a makeover right on time for the start of their spring semester. The Kirby Rafters is an event center at University Minnesota Duluth that has lived many lives. Originally starting as a student lounge center, The Rafters has now transformed to a venue for small concerts karaoke and board meetings. According to UMD…
DULUTH, Minn.– A new shelter for young adults in Duluth is receiving its final touches, and they’re eager to begin helping the community. The site is located at Peace Church and is operated by Lutheran Social Services. Another Door emergency shelter will provide short-term emergency housing for people ages 18-24. The facility is offering 12 units, equipped with beds and…
DULUTH, Minn.– Due to the extreme cold, staff at Second Harvest Northland had to make a tough decision to reschedule some programs. The Marble and Marcell mobile pantries with Second Harvest Northland will both be rescheduled to Wednesday January 29th. Marble will have their Mobile Food Pantry at 10:00 AM, and Marcell’s will take place at 1:30 PM. The…
DULUTH, Minn.– With the Northland experiencing another cold snap there are a few things to keep in mind. The seasonal snowfall brought in a wave of customers checking out equipment to handle the weather. Staff at Marshall Hardware in Duluth informed FOX 21 about the importance of stocking up on the right winter gear. These items including plastic window covers,…
DULUTH, Minn.– Outdoor staff and enthusiasts alike are breathing a sigh of relief because ski trails are finally usable. The trails are finally up and running, because they were finally groomed Monday morning. Following the weekend snow, the trails are ready for mountain biking, snowshoeing, and skiing. Being able to offer these activities after having a disappointing winter season is…
DULUTH, Minn.– While many people are ringing in the new year with a toast to ‘Dry January,’ Bent Paddle Brewing in Duluth is tapping into the trend, offering something for everyone. Bent Paddle Brewing has been embracing inclusivity since 2018 with their ‘Canna-products’ lineup. From THC sodas and seltzers to gummies, they’re offering a unique twist on your favorite beverages….
DULUTH, Minn.– The 2024 shipping season was apparently smooth sailing for the Duluth Port Authority. Duluth Port Authority officials told FOX 21, Through the end of November, import and export tonnage was nearly 30 percent ahead of last season. It has also been a good year for grain, specifically wheat, being one of the port’s leading export cargos. The port…
HIBBING, Minn.– Millions of dollars is heading to Hibbing, to go towards a brand-new housing development. This project tackles the need for quality and affordable housing for low- and moderate-income families. The new development will replace the current 52 units at the Greenhaven Apartments, which were built in 1952. The goal of all of this, is to address problems related…
HIBBING, Minn.– City of Hibbing first responders and veterans gathered today in remembrance of Former President Jimmy Carter. The Mid-Range Honor Guard gave military honors for Jimmy Carter. The remembrance took place at the Hibbing City Hall. Hibbing Fire and Police, as well as citizens attended the ceremony. The guard gave the 21-gun salute, and taps was played as well….
HIBBING, Minn.– Since 1994, the Hibbing Fire Department has relied on their big yellow apparatus truck to help them out with emergencies. But now, in the coming years, they will welcome a new aerial apparatus to join their fleet of trucks. The 1.9-million-dollar truck will take around two years to get manufactured. The truck will be built over in Wyoming…
CLOQUET, Minn. — Veteran’s Park in Cloquet is getting its final glaze of ice for “Hockey Day Cloquet” this weekend. It’s an eight day tournament highlighting hockey players from Cloquet all the way up north to the Iron Range, and as far south as Sartell. More than 50 volunteers and community business owners helped make this rink possible. Construction began…
DULUTH, Minn.– Aquatic enthusiasts are fighting that midweek slump feeling by participating in this weekly winter event. Wonder Wednesdays is a winter long event put on by the Great Lakes Aquarium. They’re offering admission reduced to six dollars all day every Wednesday It’s giving both kids and adults the opportunity to warm up and enjoy the exhibits. There are also…
HERMANTOWN, Minn.– The City of Hermantown is going to be seeing some big changes to their trails system in the coming years. Earlier this week, it was announced that the city has been awarded a $950,000 grant from the Greater Minnesota Regional Parks and Trails Commission to continue development of the Hermantown Connector Trail System. These trails are a part…
Courtesy of Women’s Care Center DULUTH, Minn.–The Women’s Care Center in Duluth is giving away baby formula powder that is expiring in April 2025. The nonprofit organization posted on their Facebook page, acknowledging their overabundance of formula. They are encouraging the community to take what they need during business hours. Categories: Business, Community, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
DULUTH, Minn. — The potential for a historic strike by hundreds of key Duluth city workers, including the all-important plow driver, has been averted. A tentative deal between AFSMCE Local 66 and the Mayor Roger Reinert’s administration was reached late Monday night. And now, a vote by union members will happen next week. But on Tuesday, one day after reaching the…
DULUTH, Minn.– One person’s Christmas tree is a Duluth company’s trash. And once again, they’re helping clean up after the holidays — for free. For seven years, Twin Ports Trailer Trash has given back to the community by collecting Christmas trees at no cost. Of all people, the Grinch is involved in this operation and is responsible for much of…
DULUTH, Minn.– The winter programs are looking a little different this year for Hartley Nature Center, but they have several ways to overcome this. Following last year’s lack of winter, this year’s season is trailing behind with a different problem. Over the course of several weeks, many of the trails at Hartley Nature Center have developed a thick coat of…
COOK COUNTY, Minn.– For this year’s postponed Gunflint Mail Run Dogsled race, one hundred volunteers are needed to help make this happen. The lack of snow and too much rain this season are the reasons for the delayed start. The dogsled race is now scheduled for February 8th. This comes after last year’s ended up being canceled because of the…
HERMANTOWN, Minn.– With the new year rolling in, many people make going to the gym their new year’s resolution. But just how many people dedicate the resolution to a long-term commitment? Getting healthier and gaining a workout routine goes hand in hand with gaining a gym membership. The YMCA in Hermantown is no exception. They’ve been open for five years…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– For nearly two decades, World of Wheels has been putting on their version of a New Year’s Eve celebration. For one of the roller rink’s busiest days of the year, there was plenty to do to celebrate. Kids got to roller skate and blade. A candy scramble, plenty of noise makers and hats. All in anticpation of the…
DULUTH, Minn.– The Duluth Public Library wasted no time with ringing in the new year. The “Noon Year’s Eve” celebration catered to the kids who are too young to wait for the real thing. The kids got to make some crafts, have a dance party, and play with a bubble machine. When the clock struck noon, a shower of balloons…
DULUTH, Minn.– The Bentleyville cleanup crew is moving at lightspeed to tear down its holiday display. With more than 40 volunteers helping on Monday morning, Bentleyville is seeing a record turn out with helpers. The tear down process began on Sunday, and by 11 AM the following day, all of the bigger tunnels had already been taken down. For…
DULUTH, Minn.– Despite the holidays wrapping up, stores are still keeping busy with shopping crowds. Local stores in Duluth such as TrailFitters in the Fitgers Inn hasn’t seen the end of the holiday crowds. Shoppers are packing the store many of them using up gift cards. For this season, many people had a common theme with their gift giving. “The…
DULUTH, Minn.– Chester Bowl is beginning their season of lessons and teaching kids all about shredding the slopes. 120 kids participated in the first day of ski and snowboard lessons. Many of them learned the ropes on the bunny hill. Today’s lessons included skills such as using the chair lift and conquering the hills with the infamous ‘pizza and French…
DULUTH, Minn.– You’ve heard stories of people rescuing stray animals like dogs or cats, but how about two owls in one day! Lake Superior Zoo Employee Annabell Whelan played a big role in saving both a great grey owl and a snowy owl in the same day. “So, I kind of went along with my day, and thought, that was…
DULUTH, Minn.– When the holidays are over, there are several options to take down the Christmas tree. The gates are open at numerous locations to begin “tree-cycling”. The annual program allows people to get their trees recycled and eventually turned into compost. The locations are scattered around Duluth parks and community centers. There are also some spots in Cloquet…
