Author: Jane Kim

Bong Center Celebrates Veterans For Upcoming Holidays

While many events have been canceled this year, the Bong Center wants to make sure veterans in the Northland know how appreciated they are for their service and sacrifices they made to protect our country.

SUPERIOR, Wis. – While many events have been canceled this year, the Bong Center wants to make sure veterans in the Northland know how appreciated they are for their service and sacrifices they made to protect our country. On Veterans Day this upcoming Wednesday, the Bong Center will be hosting a flag remembrance ceremony at 11 a.m. The Honor Guard…

Warm Weather Attracts Visitors

Many people got outside on this unconventionally warm November day in the Twin Ports.

DULUTH, Minn. – Many people got outside on this unconventionally warm November day in the Twin Ports. Some of them chose to soak in a little sand and sun on Park Point’s 12th Street Beach, combing for rocks like agates and making the most of this spring-like weather. Spending the day outside was a refreshing escape from the stresses of…

Festival of the Season Event Brings in Northlanders

The pandemic wasn't able to stop one local farmer's market event from taking place.

DULUTH, Minn. – The pandemic wasn’t able to stop one local farmer’s market event from taking place. The Festival of the Season Duluth Farmer’s Market showcased dozens of different artisans and vendors including baked goods, jewelry and sauces. Up to 30 visitors could sign up for designated shopping times online before the event took place. “We all want some sense…

Superior Ballots Kept in Safe Place Post-Election

A possible recount continues to loom in Wisconsin after Biden won the state with a narrow margin, but where are all the ballots?

SUPERIOR, Wis. – A possible recount continues to loom in Wisconsin after Biden won the state with a narrow margin, but where are all the ballots? In Superior, the city clerk tells us that they are stored in a fireproof storage closet space. The city is required to store them for 22 months after a recount is held or if…

Oasis Del Norte Moves to Miller Hill Mall

One of your favorite food trucks has come to a brick and mortar venue near you. 

DULUTH, Minn. – One of your favorite food trucks has come to a brick and mortar venue near you. Oasis Del Norte, which specializes in Mexican foods, has parked itself at a location in the Miller Hill Mall. The storefront will be operating on weekends only and will be in the place of the previous bubble tea company store. “It…

Northland Counties Experiencing Increase in COVID Cases

Minnesota set the record again for its highest number of new cases and deaths in a day and now cases continue to climb across the region, including in more rural areas.

NORTHLAND – Minnesota set the record again for its highest number of new cases and deaths in a day and now cases continue to climb across the region, including in more rural areas. The Minnesota Health Department reported more than 54,000 cases with 36 deaths on Friday and the problem isn’t just connected with bigger metro areas. In Carlton County,…

Fitness Businesses Hope to See More Patrons Return in Pandemic as Weather Cools Down

With winter almost here, exercising outside becomes a bit more challenging, especially if you don't like cold weather. Area gyms are hoping to attract people for indoor workouts despite the ongoing pandemic. 

DULUTH, Minn. – With winter almost here, exercising outside becomes a bit more challenging, especially if you don’t like cold weather. Area gyms are hoping to attract people for indoor workouts despite the ongoing pandemic. They still only allow 25% capacity, but area gym operators are hopeful lower temperatures will mean more customers. The kickboxing gym 9Round in Duluth is…

Meals Reimagined: DECC Thanksgiving Looks Different Because of Pandemic

While this year's Thanksgiving Day Buffet at the DECC will look a little bit different this year, people will still be getting their share of turkey, stuffing, potatoes and the works. 

DULUTH, Minn. – While this year’s Thanksgiving Day Buffet at the DECC will look a little bit different this year, people will still be getting their share of turkey, stuffing, potatoes and the works. The plan is to provide meal kits the week before Thanksgiving for families that can feed a family of six. The week of Thanksgiving, there will…

St. Louis County Funds Organizations to Help Eradicate Homelessness

Homelessness is a big issue in the area and many area organizations that work to eradicate it are getting a massive boost in funding from St. Louis County. 

ST. LOUIS COUNTY – Homelessness is a big issue in the area and many area organizations that work to eradicate it are getting a massive boost in funding from St. Louis County. There is a changing face in homelessness – not only do people have to find housing, but organizations that help also have to take into consideration things like…

COVID-19 Numbers Rise in Douglas County

Tonight we are learning that COVID cases are continuing to climb in Douglas County.

DOUGLAS COUNTY – Tonight we are learning that COVID cases are continuing to climb in Douglas County. So far, more than 900 residents have tested positive for coronavirus in the county since March but last week alone, 100 cases popped up and they expect a similar number of cases this week. “If you’re going to walk outside on a sidewalk…

Dressed-Up Pets: Canal Bark Hosts Costume Contest

Dogs throughout the Northland are encouraged to dress up and celebrate the Halloween festivities for Canal Bark's pet costume contest. 

DULUTH, Minn. – Dogs throughout the Northland are encouraged to dress up and celebrate the Halloween festivities for Canal Bark’s pet costume contest. If you have a dog, take pictures of your pet in a fall October Halloween costume and put them on Canal Bark’s Facebook or send them via Instagram. “It’s a really awesome stress reliever for us,” said…

Superior Street Reconstruction Project to Continue Into Next Year

Phase Three of the Superior Street Reconstruction Project will now be continuing next year after it was expected to be completed this fall. 

DULUTH, Minn. – Phase Three of the Superior Street Reconstruction Project will now be continuing next year after it was expected to be completed this fall. Phase three consists of the three-block section from Lake Avenue to Third Avenue West, which includes a new street, underground utilities, sidewalks and lighting. With the winter looming, temporary asphalt will be put on…

Get Your Ballot Counted: Appeals Court Rules Mail-In Ballots Arriving After Election Day Could Be Invalidated

The Minnesota Secretary of State says it's too late to mail in your ballot if you want to make sure your vote counts. After an appeals court ruling that says mail-in ballots arriving after election day could be invalidated, local election judges are scrambling making sure voters know these new rules. 

ST. LOUIS COUNTY – The Minnesota Secretary of State says it’s too late to mail in your ballot if you want to make sure your vote counts. After an appeals court ruling that says mail-in ballots arriving after election day could be invalidated, local election judges are scrambling making sure voters know these new rules. Leaders from the City of…

Youth In Action Hosts Pumpkin Decorating Contest

Get your decorating skills ready! Youth in Action is hosting a pumpkin decorating contest, which lasts till Halloween.

ST. LOUIS COUNTY – Get your decorating skills ready! Youth in Action is hosting a pumpkin decorating contest, which lasts till Halloween. Typically, the organization does a kind of Halloween party at a community center or partners with schools, but this year, because of COVID, the staff decided to do something that is both safe and friendly for all ages….

Hermantown and Proctor Prepare for Election Day

Election day is just five days away, and cities throughout the country are preparing for the upcoming day.

NORTHLAND – Election day is just five days away, and cities throughout the country are preparing for the upcoming day. Hermantown and Proctor are both approaching November 3rd in a careful and thoughtful manner when it comes to making sure voters are safe. In Hermantown, there will be screen shields for election judges between them and the voters. Hand sanitizer…

Superior Salvation Army Brings In Toys For Folks In Need

The Salvation Army branch in Superior is bringing in toys for those in need during this holiday season.

SUPERIOR, Wis. – No need to have Santa deliver toys this year. The Salvation Army branch in Superior is bringing in toys for those in need during this holiday season. Those interested in signing up or dropping off an item can stop by their store between November 2nd and December 3rd. The captain of the Superior location tells us that…

“Don’t Box Out Bookstores”: Zenith Bookstore Brings National Campaign To Light

A local bookstore is participating in a nationwide campaign to encourage people to buy local.

DULUTH, Minn. – A local bookstore is participating in a nationwide campaign to encourage people to buy local. The Don’t box out bookstores campaign was organized by America’s bookseller’s association, working with independent bookstores across the country to bring attention to how large corporations are monopolizing the book business. Managers at Zenith bookstore say it’s important to invest, especially in…

Duluth Youth Group to Host COVID Friendly ‘Trunk-or-Treating’ Event

DULUTH, Minn. – Neighborhood Youth Services is putting together a free COVID friendly “Trunk-or-Treating” event this Halloween for kids throughout Duluth. More than 30 businesses and organizations are sponsoring the event and will pop their trunks in the Lake City parking lot in Canal Park on Saturday from 12 p.m. until 4 p.m. The trunks will be full of candy,…

Officials Reassure Voters About Election Being Secure and Having No Interference

With the election day just around the corner, Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul is making sure that voters are counted without interference.

WISCONSIN – With the election day just around the corner, Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul is making sure that voters are counted without interference. Election officials want to reassure voters that the vote count process is done in a fair and orderly manner. Things like voter intimidation are a crime and anyone who attempts to or threatens the use of…

BNSF Railway Will Resume Payments for Accumulating Taconite Dust

After months of conversation, the BNSF railway will resume payments to those in the Allouez community to help clean up the accumulating taconite dust.

SUPERIOR, Wis. – After months of conversation, the BNSF railway will resume payments to those in the Allouez community to help clean up the accumulating taconite dust. Homeowners had previously been getting a yearly check to help clean the dust off of their homes that came from the nearby taconite facility but the process was unexpectedly upended. However, the company…

Portion of Duluth Library Now Accessible By Appointment

This is the first time the library has been open since March, letting people into the building to access the internet.

DULUTH, Minn. – This is the first time the library has been open since March, letting people into the building to access the internet. The computer center allows for 10 people at the center at one time in order to give people their distance and to make it as safe as possible for those in the community. “Getting access to…

Local Business Provides Fun Crafts for Kids During Pandemic

Kids' crafts are in high demand as young ones are stuck inside because of the pandemic.

Kids’ crafts are in high demand as young ones are stuck inside because of the pandemic. The Duluth Studio Market on North 45th Avenue East is providing fun crafting activities for children to take part in and is seeing an uptick for businesses for things like embroidery, beading and making charms. “I just know for myself and having two kids,…

Zenith Auto Glass Provides Free Service to Help Northlanders Get Donations

Zenith Auto Glass in Duluth is accepting donations through the end of the month, whether it be coats, hats or boots in exchange for a free glass chip repair.

Zenith Auto Glass in Duluth is accepting donations through the end of the month, whether it be coats, hats, or boots in exchange for a free glass chip repair. All it takes is one donation of clothing to get the free service. Management says it’s important to help out the community in this capacity, especially as the weather gets colder….

COVID Testing Made Available to Residents in Douglas County

The coronavirus cases continue to climb in Douglas County as that region is at more than 700 cases and now the National Guard has been called into town to help with their testing efforts.

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The coronavirus cases continue to climb in Douglas County as that region is at more than 700 cases and now the National Guard has been called into town to help with their testing efforts. Testing is limited in Douglas County and most people in the area have to go to Duluth to do testing at one of…

Boat and RV Show Not Taking Place Next Year

The Boat and RV Show will not be taking place at the DECC next year.

DULUTH, Minn. – The Boat and RV Show will not be taking place at the DECC next year. The show usually brings in crowds of thousands of people to the DECC. Organizers at Shamrock Productions say that the majority of the feedback received from vendors has been positive about the cancellation and they look forward to coming back in 2022….

Management at St. Regis Apartments Asks Tenants to Leave Due to Heat Problems

An apartment building in downtown Duluth will be shutting down because of its broken heating system and tonight, we are learning management gave residents only a little over a week's notice before telling them to leave the apartment building.

DULUTH, Minn. – An apartment building in downtown Duluth will be shutting down because of its broken heating system, and tonight, we are learning management gave residents only a little over a week’s notice before telling them to leave the apartment building. The order from management at St. Regis Apartments in downtown Duluth is for its ten families to leave…

Local School Hosts Theatre Production

After sending a plan to the administration and getting permission from the school board, students at Duluth East are putting on a show that is both physically distanced and timely with Halloween closely approaching. 

DULUTH, Minn. – After sending a plan to the administration and getting permission from the school board, students at Duluth East are putting on a show that is both physically distanced and timely with Halloween closely approaching. The play is called “The Drowning Girls,” which is a ghost story filled with bathtubs and a murderous husband. Performers won’t be wearing…

Rotary International Celebrates World Polio Day

A celebration was held in Duluth today for the rotary club for all the progress made in the fight against polio.

DULUTH, Minn. – A celebration was held in Duluth today for the rotary club for all the progress made in the fight against polio. For the past 32 years, Rotary International has raised $2.1 billion to help fund research and provide polio vaccinations. Rotary members tell us they are proud to be a part of such an important cause. “It’s…

Small Crowds and Low Prices for Travelers

With winter coming up and the holidays fast approaching, some people are getting out and taking the chance to book their vacations.

DULUTH, Minn. – With winter coming up and the holidays fast approaching, some people are getting out and taking the chance to book their vacations. Because the crowds are so low at the moment, experts at local travel agencies say it’s a great time to go on your bucket list adventure. Prices are likewise low during this time for things…

Real Estate Market Makes Records In September During Pandemic

It's been kind of an odd year when it comes to the real estate market, especially with the changing conditions resulting from COVID. However, the market did reach new records this past September.

SUPERIOR, Wis. – It’s been kind of an odd year when it comes to the real estate market, especially with the changing conditions resulting from COVID. However, the market did reach new records this past September. When COVID made its presence known, uncertainties began coming forward for the real estate market and whether people were willing to risk buying a…

Fire Officials Encourage Safe Ways of Heating Your Home

Fire officials want you to make sure you're heating your home in a safe manner.

DULUTH, Minn. – Fire officials want you to make sure you’re heating your home in a safe manner. With temperatures dropping and snow flying, wood stoves, space heaters and fire places are being used on a regular basis to keep residents warm. Fire officials say that residents shouldn’t neglect staying safe during the colder months. Some things that they say…

Hardware Stores Busy with Cold Temperatures

Local hardware stores are experiencing an increase in foot traffic due to the colder temperatures.

DULUTH, Minn. – Local hardware stores are experiencing an increase in foot traffic due to the colder temperatures. While fall weather should be selling more rakes, the recent first snowfall is bringing customers into stores like Marshall Hardware to buy things like snow shovels. Owners say they’re fully stocked with a variety of shovels and are ready to serve customers….

Proctor Students March For More In-Person Learning

With schools across the Northland implementing distance and hybrid learning options, frustration has boiled up from students and administrators. One group of students came together to march for more in-person learning and local administrators responded to their cause.

PROCTOR, Minn. – With schools across the Northland implementing distance and hybrid learning options, frustration has boiled up from students and administrators. One group of students came together to march for more in-person learning and local administrators responded to their cause. Middle and high school students of Proctor Public Schools came together to let their voices be heard. They hope…

Craft Vendors and Small Businesses Highlighted at Mall Event

This weekend, the Miller Hill Mall hosted craft vendors and small businesses to support buying local.

DULUTH, Minn. – This weekend, the Miller Hill Mall hosted craft vendors and small businesses to support buying local. A variety of shops had booths up, including one local pop-up boutique that sells apparel for both women and kids. The owner says events like these are important to promote her store to the local community, which is especially important as…

COVID and the Weather Spur on Winter Activities

With fresh snow on the ground, some people are already preparing for the winter by buying gear to enjoy the outdoors. The combination of both snow and COVID is creating more demand for skis, snowshoes and more as we approach the winter season.

DULUTH, Minn. – COVID has people out and about, getting them to do more outdoor activities when compared to years past. As we approach winter, some are excited to see snow on the ground. With the recent first snow dusting the ground, and winter being just around the corner, Duluthians have cold weather activities on their minds to avoid cabin…

Pictures of Santa to Support Pets

Today, a Duluth business, an animal rescue service and ol' Kris Kringle himself partnered to help get pets in the holiday spirit to raise money for pet rescue.

DULUTH, Minn. – Today, a Duluth business, an animal rescue service and ol’ Kris Kringle himself partnered to help get pets in the holiday spirit to raise money for pet rescue. Northern Lakes Rescue out of Pequot Lakes and Deluxe Insurance Group hosted pictures with Santa. A professional Duluth photographer was on hand and pictures were $20 apiece. $10 of…

Parade Highlights Law Enforcement

Today, a Northland group supporting the police organized a car parade for area law enforcement.

DULUTH, Minn. – Today, a Northland group supporting the police organized a car parade for area law enforcement. The group Support Our Law Enforcement, also known as SOLE, gathered about 10 Northland drivers to drive their cars in a parade-line in front of both the Duluth and Hermantown police departments. Organizers say it’s about voicing their gratitude to police, especially…