Author: Katharine Huntley

148th Fighter Wing Hosts Combat Training

Air National Guard F-16's and Navy EA-18G Growlers were in action at the 148th Fighter Wing Minnesota National Guard. 

DULUTH, Minn. – Today the 148th Fighter Wing joined forces with the Navy among other branches to train in maneuvers called Northern Lightning. Air National Guard F-16’s and Navy EA-18G Growlers were in action at the 148th Fighter Wing Minnesota National Guard. Northern Lightning is an annual exercise which involves many different capabilities of several different factions around the military…

Knowing Your Neighbors: Potluck Vintage and Modern Kitchenware

David Wigdahl always dreamt of opening an antique store and he wanted the store to be accessible to people with all kinds of tastes.

DULUTH, Minn. – Many people have a pot or kitchen instrument that has been passed down for generations, and one business owner is mixing the old and new in his kitchen and antiques store. This week’s Knowing Your Neighbor features Ely business, Potluck Vintage and Modern Kitchenware. Most business owners are ready for a cushy retirement, but this store owner…

Duluth Fire Department Launches a New Watercraft

The personal watercraft similar looking to a jet ski allows fire rescue crews to access emergency situations faster than a traditional boat.

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Fire Department has launched a new tool for water rescues. The personal watercraft similar looking to a jet ski allows fire rescue crews to access emergency situations faster than a traditional boat. “The personal water craft is capable of high speed and enables us as responders to work more safely and the new suits offers…

Duluth City Councilors Vote 7-0 to Downsize Lester Park Golf Course

The vote means the "Lake Nine" holes will be closed after the 2019 season making the total number of holes at 18 at Lester Park.

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth city councilors voted 7-0 in favor of a plan to downsize the financially struggling Lester Park golf course on Monday. Councilors Em Westerlund and Jay Fosle were absent. The vote means the “Lake Nine” holes will be closed after the 2019 season — making the total number of holes at 18 at Lester Park. The vote…

One Killed in House Explosion

Authorities believe the explosion was not because of a criminal act.

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – Superior police confirmed on Monday that one person was killed in Sunday morning’s house explosion and subsequent fire in Superior. Police have not identified the victim yet as the investigation continues, but authorities believe the explosion was not a criminal act. The small home is located on 22nd Street near Corning Avenue along the railyard in Billings…

Twin Ports Mayors Perform Theatrical Read

The event raises funds for Duluth sister cities international which sends students from Duluth around the globe and brings international students back to Duluth.

DULUTH, Minn. – Mayors Emily Larson and Jim Paine of Duluth and Superior came together for a table reading of the play “Love Letters” by A.R. Gurney. The event raises funds for Duluth sister cities international which sends students from Duluth around the globe and brings international students back to Duluth. “We can build some cultural understanding, increase our knowledge…

May Snow Falls on the Northland

Inches of spring snow dumped on the Northland on Wednesday evening.

Duluth, Minn. – April showers are supposed to bring May flowers, but that has not been the case as inches of heavy snow fell in the Northland on Wednesday. Take a look at the snow falling outside of Fitger’s on East Superior Street.     Categories: News, News – Latest News

Gitch Gear Devoted to Lakewalk Reconstruction

100 percent of the proceeds from the sale of special t-shirts will go to the city and its efforts to restore the lakewalk.

DULUTH, Minn. – Gitch Gear, a Lake Superior devoted retailer has launched a fundraiser called Lakewalk With Me. 100 percent of the proceeds from the sale of special t-shirts will go to the city and its efforts to restore the lakewalk. “The Gitch Gear team we just have a passion for the lake, we love being down there. When I…

Twin Ports Observes National Day of Prayer

Cities across the nation observed the day of prayer.

NORTHLAND – Dozens of people gathered outside the city halls of Superior and Duluth to sing hymns and gather with others in the community to celebrate God. “I think it basically talks about promoting god’s love and his wisdom in the community and between all races ethnicities all peoples and it’s much appreciated,” said Mark Eskola, a Rice Lake Resident….

Bloom 2019 Brings Moms Together

The event provides expectant mothers a much needed night of pampering.

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Moms Blog hosted their annual Bloom event focused on new and expecting mothers tonight at Clyde Iron Works. The event provides expectant mothers a much needed night of pampering. They are catering to both birth mothers and adoptive mothers and giving them a chance to meet and connect. “It’s so important to bring moms together in…

Duluth Arts Walk Kicks Off Season

One local artist whose pieces fill Duluth Fine Pianos was in attendance to enjoy the evening.

DULUTH, Minn. – Twenty five different shops and restaurants participated in this year’s first downtown arts walk featuring musicians and artists alike. One local artist whose pieces fill Duluth Fine Pianos was in attendance to enjoy the evening. “There are so many fabulously talented and diverse artists in Duluth and it’s really really wonderful that this collective has come together,…

Disabled American Veterans Hosts Annual Convention

At nearly 100 years old, the DAV says they have a simple purpose, to fulfill the promises of men and women who served before, and take care of veterans.

DULUTH, Minn. – Friday, the Disabled American Veterans conference took place at the downtown Duluth Holiday Inn. At nearly 100 years old, the DAV says they have a simple purpose, to fulfill the promises of men and women who served before, and take care of veterans. The DAV assists nearly 20,000 disabled veterans in Minnesota. At this year’s convention, a…

Warm Weather Brings People to the Lakewalk

The Lakewalk filled up Thursday with people enjoying truly warm weather.

DULUTH, Minn. – Thursday was one of the warmest days of spring so far, especially along the lake. Temperatures at Sky Harbor Airport reached 66 degrees. The Lakewalk filled up Thursday with people enjoying truly warm weather. “It’s good for my soul I think it’s the best way for me to describe it, and when I close my eyes and…

Superior Celebrates National Scoop the Poop Day

Owners were treated to free poop bag handouts to encourage them to always pick up after their dogs to protect the environment.

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Dog owners and their owners played at the Superior dog park today during national scoop the poop week. Owners were treated to free poop bag handouts to encourage them to always pick up after their dogs to protect the environment. “Anything that is left on the ground whether it is pet waste or litter, grass clippings from…

Northland Career Fair Hosts Nearly 100 Employers

The Northland career fair at the DECC has been helping link community members to employment for a decade.

DULUTH, Minn. – The Northland career fair at the DECC has been helping link community members to employment for a decade. The fair featured nearly 100 employers on Wedneday. Chris Jensen Health and Rehabilitation Center was at the fair and it gave them an opportunity to share the ongoing need for elder care. “Healthcare in general there is a shortage…

Honoring the Gift of Donating Life at Essentia Health

Essentia Health held their annual Donate Life flag raising to honor those touched by organ donation.

Duluth, Minn. – Essentia Health held a special annual flag raising ceremony in memory of those who have given the gift of life through organ and tissue donation. The ceremony included prayer and reflection for those who have been touched by donations. The Donate Life flag was raised outside a building on the Essentia capus. One heart recipient attends the…

Pier B Hosts Ice Out Challenge

They are putting on an ice out challenge, asking people to guess when the ice will melt in their boat slip.

DULUTH, Minn. – Pier B is keeping an eye on their harbor. They are putting on an ice out challenge, asking people to guess when the ice will melt in their boat slip. More than 200 guesses were submitted before the contest closed. “I think people like to guess and participate in weather related events, especially in Duluth we have…

Microchipping Clinic for Family Pets

Tuesday, one was held in West Duluth and more are expected to pop up throughout St. Louis County.

DULUTH, Minn. – Animal Allies Humane Society of Duluth is trying to avoid lost pets by hosting microchipping clinics with discounted rates. Tuesday, one was held in West Duluth and more are expected to pop up throughout St. Louis County. “I just think it’s such a nice peace of mind, it’s that extra step of insurance that you can have…

Chequamegon Food Co-Op Celebrates Earth Day with Resuable Bags

They also have made a committment to no longer offer plastic bags for produce.

ASHLAND, Wis. -Earth day was celebrated over in Ashland by a local co–op which gave out free reusable bags. Chequamegon Food Co-Op has also committed to no longer offering plastic bags in the produce department from Earth Day forward. “As long as you maintain your reusable bags, they’ll be usable for years and years as opposed to plastic bags which…

Inches of Rain Causes High Water in Ashland

More than two inches of rain fell from Easter morning to Monday evening causing standing water in low lying places in Ashland.

ASHLAND, Wis. – More than two inches of rain fell from Easter morning to Monday evening causing standing water in low lying places in Ashland. The manager at Blue Ribbon Kennels says flooding usually happens this time of year, and when things do go awry, they have a plan to protect the animals. “This is nothing compared to what it’s been…

Dining in the Dark to Support Lighthouse Center for Vision Loss

Attendees enjoyed their meal while blindfolded.

DULUTH, Minn. – The Lighthouse Center for Vision Loss hosted a different kind of event tonight called “Dinner in the Dark” where people enjoyed a meal while blindfolded. The dinner allowed the public to experience food in a different way and understand a small bit of what those who experience vision loss go through on a daily basis. “I think…

Pita Pit Closes in Maurice’s Building

The chain's sign on West Superior Street is gone and the space is now dark.

DULUTH, Minn. – The Pita Pit located in the Maurice’s building in downtown Duluth has closed. The chain’s sign on West Superior Street is gone and the space is now dark. Pita Pit opened there in late 2016 and it was the only Pita Pit in the Northland. It is not known why the sandwich shop closed but the hours…

Rebuilding the Past Duluth and Notre Dame

DULUTH, Minn. – An associate French professor we spoke to at UMD says there’s a local education takeaway from the fire at Notre Dame Cathedral. The rebuilding process will involve masons and workers who are skilled in the old way of doing things. Locally, that highlights the need for workers trained to repair things the way they were designed. “Should…

First Saltie of the Season Arrives in the Twin Ports

The Maria G out of Malta arrived on Monday morning.

DULUTH, Minn. – The first saltie of the season arrived in Duluth at 6:48 a.m. on Monday morning. This year’s first ocean going vessel was the Maria G out of Malta, a small island south of Italy. This is the second time she’s been first saltie to kick off the shipping season in the Twin Ports. Each year an ocean…