Author: Ken Slama

Watch Out for Deer When Behind the Wheel

DULUTH, Minn. — Every Monday, MNDOT puts out a public safety message on its electronic message boards found along highways and interstates. A recent safety tip reminded us of what to do should we encounter a deer while behind the wheel. While some people go out hunting for deer in the forest, others find them unintentionally on or near roadways. …

Minnesota Firearm Deer Hunting Season Opener This Saturday

MINNESOTA — This Saturday is the Minnesota Firearms Deer Hunting Season Opener. Here in Northeast Minnesota, hunters can expect deer populations to be down after a harsh winter last year, making deer harder to find. For those of you planning to head out this weekend, the DNR suggests you have a thorough plan in place, not only where you will…

Giant Carved Pumpkins Now on Display at Pier B Resort

DULUTH, Minn. — If you enjoy looking at all the Halloween decorations that are out this time of year, you may want to make a visit to Pier B resort for a spooktacular sight. Right now, they have a couple of freshly carved giant pumpkins out front as part of their Halloween display. One of them is over 1500 pounds. …

Piedmont Elementary Students Launch Weather Balloon

DULUTH, Minn. — 5th grade students at Piedmont Elementary School had the opportunity to expand their scientific minds Tuesday. Clear skies made it possible for the young scientists to launch a weather balloon thousands of feet into the air. Weather balloons take several hours to reach altitudes up to 100,000 feet before they pop and parachute back down to Earth….