Author: Ken Slama

Knowing Your Neighbors: Damage Boardshop

DULUTH, Minn. — The hill that Duluth is built on provides a natural landscape for a variety of downhill sports. Once local shop that has been around for nearly 20 years has been watching and helping two sports in particular grow in popularity. “We carry snowboards, the snowboarding boots, bindings, jackets, snow pants, goggles, helmets, mittens, beanies, you name it,”…

Family of 7-Year-Old Duluth Girl in Need of Heart Transplant Raising Awareness During American Heart Month

DULUTH, Minn. — A local 7-year-old is waiting for a heart transplant and could be for several more months.  With February being American Heart month, this little girl and her family are relying on the help of family and community to bring awareness and hope to others in need. Roya Snyder has always been active in ballet and sports, and…