DULUTH, Minn. — Nestled in the Lincoln Park Craft District, The Sleepy Sparrow is eager to open its doors, after a long process of refurbishing the space. “This building is the old VFW building. When I got this space, it was a hot mess. And we had to redo the ceilings, the floors. Everything that you see in here is…
DULUTH, Minn.– Over two dozen friends and family members gather two days later and turned the emotional get together into a car show, to celebrate his hobby, following the devastating loss of 19-year-old Tyriq Gordon. Tyriq died over the weekend in what authorities are believing to be a high-speed accident, off of West Skyline Parkway in Duluth. The day after…
DULUTH, Minn.– The Duluth Public School District will be reducing their overall budget by 5 million dollars. There are several reasons for the 2025-2026 school year budget reduction. The end of federal pandemic relief funding, financial challenges, inflation, and rising special education costs are a few. Currently, state funds for education have increased 2 -3% each year. And the…
DULUTH, Minn.– A lot of purchases these days involve transactions through the internet. And with those exchanges, finding a safe place to meet up can be challenging. And to help with that uncertainty St Louis County, and the Duluth Police Department launched the new safe exchange area. It is located at the Duluth Public Safety building. It’s meant to…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– With the recent elections, a referendum was passed to support Superior schools. The approved 5.5-million-dollar referendum will go toward continuing to cover operational expenses, as well as maintain programs, and keep class sizes low. Superior School District Administrator Dr. Amy Starzecki tells us, the goal with the referendum was to “maintain status quo”. “I think last year was…
DULUTH, Minn.– Sofidel, the Italian paper company specializing in toilet paper, and tissue paper manufacturing took over the once vacant paper mill along I-35. The company is eager to breathe new life into this property. Sofidel decided to invest in Duluth because of two things. First, it was a new facility in terms of paper machine. And the second reason…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– Wisconsin State Superintendent Jill Underly took a tour of Cooper Elementary in Superior. This is part of a statewide tour to explain her 2.5 million-dollar 2025-2027 biennial budget. Underly emphasized Cooper Elementary as one of the schools that was able to maintain critical staffing and programs. She is pushing for these opportunities for all Wisconsin schools. With the funding…
DULUTH, Minn.– A popular fast-food chicken restaurant will finally be opening its doors in Duluth on Nov. 14. A team of 120 workers are part of the Chick-Fil-A location in the Miller Hill Mall parking lot. The menu features signature chicken sandwiches, chicken nuggets, salads, and waffle fries. Chick-Fil-A will also be serving customers early in the morning. “So, we’re…
DULUTH, Minn.– Sofidel ,the paper company that took over the paper mill along I-35 is getting an expansion. Construction for 200-million-dollar project started two weeks ago. The former Verso building used to produce paper to make magazines, and newspapers. But now, with Sofidel, they switched over to tissue and toilet paper production. With the expansion, the company will get an…
DULUTH, Minn.– It’s never too early to start shopping for Christmas gifts and to consider donating them as well. Right now, shoppers at Twin Ports area Menards can donate new and unwrapped gifts for kids of all ages. At the Hermantown location, they’ve teamed up with Toyland Express this year. “I think it definitely gives a shot in the…
VIRGINIA, Minn.– St. Louis County’s landfill got a new first-of-its kind technology in the state that creates new energy from garbage. A ribbon cutting was held today in Virginia at the site of the landfill’s new 10-acre geo-thermal field. The field has a specialized liner with coils at its base. Heat produced through decomposing garbage will now be captured in…
DULUTH, Minn.– With the holidays approaching, storefronts will be decorated with bell ringers once again. This year, the Duluth Salvation Army has a kettle goal of $250,000. Inflation and raised prices led to the higher donation goal, and they need that amount to keep things running smoothly. The Salvation Army is looking for more bell ringer volunteers to help reach…
DULUTH, Minn.– Over 150 vendors are gathering at the DECC to sell their antiques, treats and trinkets. The event draws in junk hunters near and far. With some of the booths selling heavy furniture, the junk hunt has their team of “junk hunks” in orange shirts to help load those items. “We started with like half a dozen vendors back…
HERMANTOWN, Minn.– The new spot, just off of highway 53 in Hermantown, broke ground Friday morning. As demand for services and vehicles grew, Kolar needed to expand. The group is looking forward to serving the community with the new building and providing the Northland with new car features that can be hard to find. “If you look for a Tesla station,…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– UW-Superior held their 3rd annual Sonia Kovalesky Day to highlight mathematical activities for young girls. 76 girls from schools throughout Wisconsin and Minnesota met today to rotate through workshops, run by mathematics professors. The gathering designed to celebrate Sonia Kovalevsky. The first woman in Europe to receive a PHD. The event is also included career exploration, where students…
DULUTH, Minn.– Just this week, the city of Duluth has experienced three different burglaries. At this time, the suspect has been arrested. The first burglary happened Monday on the 200 block of West Kent Road And the other, Tuesday night in the 1500 block of Vermillion Road. But on Wednesday night, a third attempt happened on the 2500 block of…
DULUTH, Minn.– You may remember when this space on Superior Street was 7 West, or Bluerock Grill. But now, the building on Superior Street in Duluth welcomed Mediterranean flavors to the table. “I actually moved here a little over a year ago to be closer to family. My husband’s family is in two harbors. And it was my plan to open…
FOX 21’s Emily Halling, Lucretia Free and Maria Vollom covered key races in Minnesota for the 2024 election. Below are clips of brief interactions with each candidate. United States Representative District 8 JEN SCHULTZ PETE STAUBER State House District 3B NATALIE ZELEZNIKAR MARK MUNGER County Commissioner District 3 ASHLEY GRIMM JANET KENNEDY State Representative District 8A MARK…
DULUTH, Min. — The local ice cream business Crank & Dasher has expanded in the Twin Ports! Nestled in Lakeside, the neighborhood’s new addition opened their doors on Thursday. Their first location, being a seasonal shop over at Fitgers. Now, they will be open all year long in this brick and mortar. Owner Annie Carmichael says she has a passion…
DULUTH, Minn. — Downtown Duluth welcomed a new Mediterranean restaurant last week and they’re eager to share these flavors with the Northland! Alto Pino is homing in on seasonal Duluth ingredients and turning them into something new and exciting. The dishes are described as “small but complimentary,” and the meals are meant to be shared with others. Right now, they…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — The Superior Public Library hosted an event helping people with memory loss, while also having some spooky fun. The Superior Library hosts a monthly memory cafe, bringing awareness to those dealing with memory loss. For October, they ended the month with a Halloween themed party. People who went got to enjoy treats, and drinks, and even see…
SANDSTONE, Minn.–Can you imagine living in a jungle, a Barbie Dreamhouse, or even in the set of the hit tv show “Friends”? At the Wildcat Sanctuary in Sandstone, rescued hybrid cats get to live in these fun rooms. The Wildcat Sanctuary is known for their tigers and lions but today, they’re celebrating a new home for their hybrid cats. “We…
DULUTH, Minn.– A passion for fashion, and an optimism for a bride’s big day led to the opening of Bombshell Bridal at the Miller Hill Mall. “When they walk in from the very moment they walk into bombshell bridal. We want them to feel like they’re in a major market. They’re treated like a king or queen. Whoever is sitting…
DULUTH, Minn. — After years of construction, Duluthians will be glad to hear that Brighton Beach is finally reopening. You might recall when Brighton Beach closed back in August of 2021. The beach endured years of erosion, leading to lengthy repairs. But now, they’re finally ready to welcome back the public. “What I will say, and I hope you will…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Needle Art Guild in Duluth is celebrating a special craft when it comes to sewing. The 51-year-old organization has been teaching a variety sewing techniques such as embroidery, stitching and beading. But Monday, the Needle Art Guild is learning about Japanese Kimono Silks by welcoming guest speaker Patty Sampson. She’s a custom dressmaker and designer who…
EVELETH, Minn.– Nearly 2 dozen people gathered Friday from Duluth, the Iron Range, and even the Twin Cities, reminisced and connect with one another about one senator who touched the lives of many, as well as the loved ones who died alongside him. “I just thought he was an amazing lawmaker with great energy. He stood for progressive values. Which…
DULUTH, Minn.– A new bridal shop will be making its way to the Miller Hill Mall this weekend. The owner of the new store, having many years in the bridal wear industry is eager to share that experience with her hometown. The goal for Bombshell Bridal is to bring in some dresses and formal wear, you’d otherwise find in bigger…
DULUTH, Minn. — A large portion of the Damiano Center hasn’t been used in a long time. But now with significant funds, the space will soon be used for more housing. Right now, the third floor to the Damiano center is empty. The community center was approved for $1.4 million by the St Louis County. The renovated third floor will…
DULUTH, Minn. — The annual Community Connect took off Thursday at the Damiano Center. Nearly 400 people took advantage of everything the center is offering. The Damiano Center is partnering up with organizations such as Safe Haven, CHUM, and St Louis County. They provided different services that is accessible for anyone. Such as haircuts, a hot meal and over thirty…
DULUTH, Minn. — 500 community educators from all over the state gathering at the DECC Wednesday. They got to learn from one another and improve local school districts and communities. The Minnesota Community Education Association meets every year. In 2020, the most recent Duluth conference was cancelled. But now, the DECC is hosting the largest MCEA since the pandemic. Breakout…
DULUTH, Minn.– After enduring a ski accident back in 2021, it left 17-year-old Duluth native paralyzed. It became an injury that inspired him to help others. “I became a wheelchair user. And not just a wheelchair user. But I had to deal with the chronic symptoms that came along with spinal cord injuries. Like bowel and bladder management, taking care…
DULUTH, Minn.– The 20th annual ‘Senior Go Show’ was back at the DECC today. Around 100 experts on life and retirement gave seniors 55 and older a fun day to engage with each other. They got to learn about all types of resources and products catered toward their age group. There was also a spot to get flu and COVID…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– Early voting has begun in Superior exactly two weeks before Election Day. This year, there are now three different places to cast votes in Superior. You can find them at the Bong Musuem, fire department headquarters and the Government Center. Voting is taking place Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM. At a press event today,…
DULUTH, Minn.– 17-year-old Mason Branstrator became paralyzed from the waist down after a skiing accident back in 2021. While conquering those hardships, he learned how to get his story out there and inspire others through his experiences. Now, the 21-year-old has been inspired to begin a new hobby after this incident. He is now doing content creating and helping others who…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– Superior Goats got their start this past summer. Owner Selinda Van Horn got a call to action, when she realized just how difficult plant removal can be. “We’ve been using the goats to clear our own property. And so, we thought well, there are other owners that could benefit this. And there are areas where you can’t get…
DULUTH, Minn. — Workforce challenges continue to plague all types of industries across the country and here in the Northland. But there’s a push in Duluth to try to help. Monday morning at Clyde Iron Works, around 40 employers took part in the second-annual Workforce Solutions Series. It’s a collaborative effort between the city of Duluth’s, the Duluth-Area Chamber of…
FOND DU LAC, Minn.– A new podcast in Duluth is focusing on peeling back the layers of movers and shakers in the city, and why they choose to live here. “Light Skin Pod” is a podcast shot in a garage in the Fond Du Lac neighborhood. But this isn’t just any old garage. It’s almost like a Hollywood set, with…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– A local business is helping others with property maintenance by using their own goats! Superior Goats got their start just last summer. They travel to different properties, and let the goats do the work. The herd chows down on invasive plants, and other pesky weeds. The owner of Superior goats told Fox 21, It’s an environmentally friendly alternative…
DULUTH, Minn.– Two giant pumpkins have made their way into the Northland, and they’re getting carved up to perfection! The pumpkins, weighing in at nearly 1,300 pounds each are on display at the Pier B hotel. The giant gourds were grown at Jerry’s Pumpkin Patch in Sturgeon Lake. And they were planted all the way back in early May. The…
DULUTH, Minn.– A Duluth police officer put down his badge and picked up a book for some reading time with kids. It’s all part of the police department’s “story time with a cop” program. Sgt. Ethan Roe read to children at Barnes and Noble at the Miller Hill Mall. It was a perfect opportunity to give the students something fun…
CLOQUET, Minn.– Federal funding is coming to the Carlton County Cloquet Airport for infrastructure improvements. The $241,149 grant will build a new hangar for aircraft storage. The new storage is 11,500 square feet. US Senator Amy Klobuchar visited the airport today and got a tour of the facilities. She expressed importance with aviation, and making sure airports have adequate funding…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — With the stress that school can bring, what better way to unwind than by spending time with a furry friend! This event is all part of UW-Superior’s monthly de-stress day they’re doing this fall. With having the dog on campus, students are able to learn healthy coping mechanisms for managing stress. In addition, they learn about resources…
ESKO, Minn.– With MEA weekend right around the corner, Esko High School had a day filled with stories, advice, and insight into potential careers! Eleventh graders are able to make personal connections with 22 different members of the work force. Ranging from service members in the National Guard, healthcare workers, employees from Cirrus Aircraft as well as some musicians. Our…
DULUTH, Minn. — The American Heart Association is celebrating a record amount of donations by customers at Super One Foods — $90,000 worth. For the month of September customers at dozens of Super One locations across Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan could round up their total bill at the register or simply make a donation toward the cause. The American Heart…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — A brand-new stadium at UW-Superior is being celebrated with an award ceremony. A collaboration with Superior Choice Credit Union made this possible. The stadium is just the beginning when it comes to this partnership. The SCCU is being presented with the Universities of Wisconsin Regents Business Partnership Award. They’re aiming to enhance financial literacy and create internships…
DULUTH, Minn.– 20 Minnesota Power line workers and 7 support staff are currently assisting with restoring power to homes in Tampa and removing downed trees and other debris from harsh winds. After the devastation that hurricane Milton caused in the Tampa Bay region, the aftermath is still affecting residents in the area. The crew members have been hard at work…
DULUTH, Minn. — Hundreds of people celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Day outside Duluth City Hall. While some know it as Columbus Day it’s also known as Indigenous Peoples’ Day. The federal holiday bringing a celebration of song, tradition, music and culture. Monday in Duluth people came together on the steps of City Hall with decorated posters. Many wearing the color red…
DULUTH, Minn.– A ceremony was held Thursday to recognize the efforts and sacrifice of eight members of the Minnesota Air National Guard. Family and friends gathered at the 148th Fighter Winter in Duluth to celebrate the Flight of Honor Induction ceremony. The airmen are being inducted for acts of notable service, heroism and dedication. Their names are also part of…
DULUTH, Minn.– For over four years now, this sell out tour has been telling stories that are both unique, and scary. And from the sounds of it, people just can’t seem to get enough. “In October we run our haunted history tours. Which, it’s part paranormal investigation. And part history tour. Also, we talk about the legends and the folklore…
IRON RANGE, Minn.– Before the cameras begin rolling, there is so much that needs to be done. Jason Mann along the Upper Midwest Film Office checked out areas up in the Iron Range to see if this setting is a match! “Today we’re having location scouting adventures. So, we’re trying to find the perfect location, not the perfect location, but…
