Kendra Sommer, Author at Fox21Online

Minnesota to Increase Seat Belt Enforcement

A Northeastern Minnesota Partnership to Help Increase Safe Driving

July 25, 2016

Kendra Sommer,

The first ” Click It Or Ticket” campaign was launched in the 1980’s and a lot more people are using seat belts but despite the ongoing safety efforts around 40% of all traffic fatalities in Minnesota over the last five years involves people who were not buckled up.

Bent Paddle Brewing Celebrates Another Year In Business

May 15, 2016

Kendra Sommer,

Bent Paddle Brewing Company of Duluth marked it’s 3rd year of business in the Twin Ports.

Duluth Junk Hunt

May 14, 2016

Kendra Sommer,

The Duluth Junk Hunt runs again tomorrow 9a-m- 4 p-m at the Duluth Heritage Center.

Vote Grand Marais For Best Town

May 14, 2016

Kendra Sommer,

Grand Marais is competing in Outside Magazine’s ‘Best Town ever’ contest.

A Duluth Partnership Creates Healthy Benefits For All

April 21, 2016

Kendra Sommer,

AAR puts its best foot forward and forms a healthy partnership with the Duluth Running Company. The running company gave the shoes at a discounted rate to more than a 100 employees.

Duluth Joins in Worldwide Procession of the Cross

March 25, 2016

Kendra Sommer,

Duluth Communion and Liberation took part in their twelfth year of procession of the cross.

Free Cones For A Great Cause

March 16, 2016

Kendra Sommer,

Dairy Queen was passing out free cones all for a good cause. Dipped cones went for a dollar and all proceeds go to Children’s Miracle Network. Dairy Queen prides themselves on the company’s charity involvement and getting that perfect swirl.

Superior Teacher Makes Studying The Holocaust Memorable

March 16, 2016

Kendra Sommer,

A Superior Middle School teacher is implementing new learning techniques in her classroom. Amanda Lindquist transformed a Superior Middle School classroom into a Holocaust museum with the help of her students.

Superior Appreciates The Police Department

March 13, 2016

Kendra Sommer,

The Superior community celebrated police officers.

Women’s Expo At The DECC

March 13, 2016

Kendra Sommer,

Because girls just want to have fun and Saturday at the DECC was all about having fun.

The Mall Welcomes The Easter Bunny

March 13, 2016

Kendra Sommer,

Spring is in full swing and with that Miller Hill Mall welcomes the arrival of the Easter Bunny.

Superior Job Fair

March 9, 2016

Kendra Sommer,

Employment opportunities were on display at Middle River Health and Rehabilitation Center. Areas of interests included: nursing, therapy, and maintenance and if you missed today’s event not to fret.

DSSO Announces New Season

A New Line-Up For Fall

March 6, 2016

Kendra Sommer,

Duluth-Superior Symphony Orchestra announced their official season 2016 schedule Saturday.

Roller Derby:The Winter Wonder Jam

One Of Four Home Competitions

February 28, 2016

Kendra Sommer,

The Winter Wonder Jam was rink side at the DECC Saturday night.

North Star Academy Gives Students Another Reason To Love Reading

February 27, 2016

Kendra Sommer,

North Star Academy students and teachers got a chance to celebrate reading Friday, and dress up as a character from their favorite book.

Younkers Gives Back To The Community

February 27, 2016

Kendra Sommer,

Younkers is giving the Duluth-Superior community another reason to love coupons. Younkers is hosting community days where the company distributes coupon booklets to Twin Port charities such as Animal Allies, Boy Scouts and many charities.”We are very proud to be part of our community and this is just our example of giving back. And we are proud to continue to serve the community that we are a part of.” Tricia Buckmaster Younkers store manager said.The coupon books can be redeemed at any of the Younkers store locations and at Younkers.com

3rd Annual Vine And Dine

February 26, 2016

Kendra Sommer,

The Northland Country Club hosted the 3rd Annual Vine and Dine Gala Thursday.

Bernie Sanders Will Make Another Campaign Stop In The Northland

February 26, 2016

Kendra Sommer,

Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Bernie Sanders is preparing to rally in Hibbing Friday.

Sex Trafficking Awareness In The Twin Ports

Raising Funds For PAVAS

February 21, 2016

Kendra Sommer,

A PAVAS fundraiser was put on in partnership with the Duluth Trafficking Task Force all in hopes to bring awareness to the issue of sex trafficking.

Ikidarod: Local Kids Try Out Dog-Sledding

February 13, 2016

Kendra Sommer,

Second graders from NorthShore Community school competed in the 9th annual Ikidarod Race Friday. The students have been learning about dog-sledding in the classroom over the past month.

Local Artist Gather

February 13, 2016

Kendra Sommer,

Dozen of local artist gathered at Superior Public Library Friday for the 6th annual for the Love Local Artist Art Show.

Duluth’s Best Bread Starts A Conversation To Keep It Local

February 13, 2016

Kendra Sommer,

Duluth’s Best Bread makes a commercial reminding us all to support the local economy.

Chris Jensen Hosts “Cutest Dog” Contest

February 8, 2016

Kendra Sommer,

Chris Jensen Health and Rehabilitation let the dogs out in honor of the John Beargrease Sled Dog Race.

Proctor Winter Frolic

February 7, 2016

Kendra Sommer,

The Proctor Winter Frolic took place Saturday afternoon. The event was put on by Proctor Chamber of Commerce

Blizzard Snowmobile Tour Kicks off in Duluth

February 5, 2016

Kendra Sommer,

The 17th annual Blackwoods Snowmobile Blizzard Tour kicked off Thursday morning in Duluth.

Erik Simonson Receives A Big Campaign Endorsement

January 31, 2016

Kendra Sommer,

Senate Candidate Erik Simonson’s campaign get a big endorsement fromMinnesota State Senator Roger Reinert this morning.

U.S. Ice Breaker

January 16, 2016

Kendra Sommer,

The U.S. Coast Guard has started up it’s winter ice breaking operations.

Lawmakers Make A Wager Over Sunday Football

January 10, 2016

Kendra Sommer,

Several Governors and one very confident Mayor have gotten in on a wager over the results of the Packer vs. Redskins game.

Duluth Library Reading Program

January 10, 2016

Kendra Sommer,

The Duluth Public Library kicked-off Cabin Fever Reliever Saturday. The reading program is geared towards getting kids excited to read books during the winter months.

900 Million Dollar Jackpot

January 9, 2016

Kendra Sommer,

The largest U.S. lottery jackpot in history is on the line as this Saturday night’s Powerball drawing approaches. The $900 million jackpot has unleashed a lotto craze nationally and locally.Since Wednesday’s Powerball tickets have been estimated at $500 million. And if no one wins tonight’s jackpot the Powerball is projected to go to $1.3 billion.

Take A Flashlight Tour

January 9, 2016

Kendra Sommer,

Here’s your chance to experience the The Glensheen Mansion inthe dark. The historic staple of Duluth kicks off a Flashlight Tour.

Northland Joins National Mentoring Month

January 6, 2016

Kendra Sommer,

January is National Mentoring Month – making it a perfect time to impact a young person’s life in a positive way.

Changing The Range

December 19, 2015

Kendra Sommer,

Change The Range warms not only the hands of Iron Range Community but the heart as well.Jackets, scarves and mittens are hung on tree and fence posts around town. After a few postings on social media; the campaign blew up.

‘Snow Leopard Chats’ At The Lake Superior Zoo

December 18, 2015

Kendra Sommer,

Zoo-goers were able to get friendly with the elusive Kieran — a snow leopard — Thursday.

Wildwoods Prepares To Expand To The Public

December 18, 2015

Kendra Sommer,

What started as helping a small, injured bird has evolved into the Wildwoods Rehabilitation Center. And now, it’s expanding to the public.

City Council Passes The Torch

December 18, 2015

Kendra Sommer,

Duluth city councilors got together to reflect on the accomplishments in 2015. The group also welcomed in the newly elected councilors and said goodbye to the old ones.

High School Carolers Spread Holiday Cheer Downtown

December 16, 2015

Kendra Sommer,

Joyous hymns and festive sounds of the holidays filled Downtown Duluth Tuesday.

St. Louis County Board Members Get ‘Mer-Rye’

December 16, 2015

Kendra Sommer,

St. Louis County board members ended the year on one very tasty note. Mer-Rye, a rye bake-off, was held at the courthouse thanks to the creativity and donation of Commissioner Keith Nelson.

Warm Weather Delaying Ice Rinks From Opening

December 16, 2015

Kendra Sommer,

The warm weather is causing a delay with opening local ice rinks. There are 19 outdoor area ice rinks Duluth.

Coast Guard Puts Out Warning About Ice Dangers

December 16, 2015

Kendra Sommer,

According to the Minnesota DNR, the state had five ice-related fatalities in the 2014-2015 ice season.

Salvation Army Holds Sock Drive

December 15, 2015

Kendra Sommer,

The Salvation Army and The Fond Du Luth Casino want to make sure everyone has warm feet and toasty toes for this upcoming winter.

Hartley Park Lawsuit

December 15, 2015

Kendra Sommer,

Improvements to Hartley Park have been postponed due to a lawsuit being filed. The suit was issued by Dan Mundt the Director of Gender Matters Inc. a non-profit that works outdoors with students.

Planning A Holiday Party

December 15, 2015

Kendra Sommer,

Tis The Season to plan that holiday party and Northland Special Events has a wide variety of options when it comes to planning your December Celebration

Duluth Community Remembers Victims Of Gun Violence

December 15, 2015

Kendra Sommer,

Monday marks the third anniversary of Sandy Hook, the elementary school massacre in Newtown, Connecticut that claimed the lives of 26 people, with 20 of those killed being children. And it’s been almost two weeks since the horrific shooting that occurred in California killing 14. Members from all part of the Northland Community took part in Monday’s demonstration to remember victims of gun violence.

The Nutcracker Opens

December 12, 2015

Kendra Sommer,

The Duluth Entertainment Convention Center welcomes The Minnesota Ballet’s performance of the Christmas Classic The Nutcracker. This year marks a special 50th anniversary for the company. And it’s not only the community who is taking notice of the milestone.

Arrowhead Ice Fishing, Snowmobile And Holiday Show Is This Weekend

December 12, 2015

Kendra Sommer,

The fourth annual Arrowhead Ice Fishing,Snowmobile And Holiday Show is back at the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center. The festivities this year include an array of events including: 200 vendors, a penguin exhibit and an opportunity to get your photo taken in a life-sized snow globe.

Beargrease Marathon Welcomes Back Old Sponsor

December 11, 2015

Kendra Sommer,

The 32nd Annual John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon has rekindled a relationship with a former sponsor.

Duluth Police Pull Over Drivers With Holiday Spirit

December 11, 2015

Kendra Sommer,

People driving around Duluth Thursday who saw blue and red lights in their rear-view mirror actually considered themselves lucky with gifts!

One Dead, One in Custody after Shooting at Resort

December 10, 2015

Kendra Sommer,

One man is dead and another is in custody after a shooting outside Bluefin Bay Resort in Tofte.

‘Duluth Seven’ Holds Demonstration About Enbridge

December 9, 2015

Kendra Sommer,

The “Duluth Seven,” as they are calling themselves, held a demonstration outside the St. Louis County Courthouse to address the new pipeline proposals. The group of seven protesters tried to recently deliver a letter of concern to the Enbridge offices over their new proposals, but they were arrested.

Author: Kendra Sommer

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