Author: Jadie Jones

Bucktales returns as El Jefe

SUPERIOR, Wis. — A beloved local restaurant is back in business, at their original location in Superior. El Jefe, previously known as Bucktales, has returned, in its previous Pattinson Park location. In 2022, they moved into the former Shorty’s Pizza location, but they closed last summer due to staffing issues and the size of the space they were operating in….

Wood Magic Closing Its Doors After Auction This Weekend

HERMANTOWN, Minn. — After 43 years in business, Wood Magic in Hermantown is closing its doors. The long-standing business was known for custom cabinetry, curtains, and gifts. While they have stopped doing custom cabinetry, there are still 8 rooms full of various gifts and decor, from Sandicast figurines to Fenton art glassware. The owner shared her message for their customers….

Proctor Middle School Principal Named MN’s Principal of The Year

PROCTOR, Minn. — One ‘awesome’ local principal has won the Minnesota Principal of the Year award. Mr. Awsumb at Proctor Middle School didn’t go into the job for winning awards, but spent some time sharing with us the dedication that led to getting that recognition. With a flurry of fist bumps for everyone who passes him, It’s no surprise that…

Lincoln Park Business Advocacy Groups Merge

Duluth Minn. — Lincoln Park Business Group and Ecolibrium3’s Main Street Program are formally merging. The groups already work together on projects for the Lincoln Park area. The merger also helps strengthen their advocacy. While both have been a driving force for development, a singular group simplifies their support. “It gets confusing because it’s like with children, you know, mom…

Johnny B’s Braves the Cold

DULUTH, Minn. — One local food truck is braving the cold and sharing their love for their craft. Food trucks are usually seen as a staple of summer cuisine but Johnny B’s is determined to serve up savory meals year-round. “They’ve been here almost every Thursday, all throughout the winter and we appreciate that as employees of cirrus, because having…

Wired Whisker – 6 months in business

Duluth, Minn — Wired Whisker has also been busy finding new homes for cats. By partnering with Pet Haven, Carlton County Humane Society, and Animal Allies, they’ve adopted out 85 cats to forever homes since they opened their doors 6 months ago. They have become a centerpiece for the community. Many people choose to celebrate birthdays there, visitors from assisted…

Animal Allies – a look back at 2024

DULUTH, Minn. — Animal Allies has had a busy year. We visited with them to reflect on how their year went and their plans for the future. It has been tough for animal shelters across the country. The financial pressure of inflation has been a challenge for shelters. The cost of living is on the rise which means it is…

Solar Power Projects in Works at Duluth Public Schools

Duluth Minn — Duluth Public Schools are finalizing plans for two new solar projects on district property. One project will be installed near Lincoln Park Middle School. The other at the school’s district office. The solar power will not only help provide cleaner energy but also helps offset the costs of the energy they currently use. Students assisted in advocating…

Scandia Cemetery faces eroding shoreline, requests aid

Duluth, Minn — Scandia Cemetery has been struggling with a crumbling shoreline as it creeps towards the burial plots, they are requesting funding with a proposed solution. Erosion has left many graves very close to the waterline. Fixing the problem requires stabilizing the shoreline and constructing a retaining wall to prevent further erosion. The proposed solution would be permanent. It…

UTV goes through Ice Monday evening

A side by side went through the ice on Kabetogama Lake on Monday. The driver was a 64-year-old man from the Kabetogama area. He was towing a fish house when his UTV fell through the ice. The man did make it out of the partially submerged vehicle and onto stable ice. The rescue crew brought him back to shore. Paramedics…

Fire Damages Home Monday Evening

Duluth Minn — Duluth Fire Department was called to a home in the Observation Hill area Monday evening. Crews arrived to see flames through the roof, they had burned from the second story ceiling through attic The house was under renovations at the time. No one was injured or displaced due to the fire. Damage is estimated at $50K.Damage is…

Blighted Duluth Parking Ramp to be Torn Down

Duluth, Minn — One of Duluth’s deteriorated ramps is finally slated to come down. The Shoppers Auto Park Ramp on 2nd avenue west has been sitting empty for years now. Coated in graffiti and boarded up, it’s been a headache for the neighborhood. The neighboring New Garrick Building and the parking ramp share some structural supports, which means that demolition…