Author: Mason Kroll

Duluth City Council Votes to Lower Tax Increase

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth City Council held a public hearing Monday night to discuss lowering property tax growth in the coming year. This comes after some residents weren’t happy with a proposed property tax levy increase to 8.9 percent in 2023 which was proposed by Mayor Emily Larson and her administration. At last Monday night’s meeting, those concerns were…

Duluth Public Schools Host ‘Education After Hours’

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Public Schools is putting on ‘Education After Hours’ sessions where community members have a chance to talk to Superintendent John Magas one on one. These sessions are an opportunity for anybody to stop by with questions, thoughts, or concerns. The Superintendent plans to reach out to all communities throughout Duluth with visits to each community center…

2nd Annual Christmas Craft & Vendor Show

DULUTH, Minn. – Across town was another gathering of vendors, the Christmas Craft and Vendor Show, held at Clyde Iron Works. Put on by Glitterati Events, this is the second time the event has occurred. More than 50 vendors were in attendance spanning across two floors, showcasing their homemade products such as clothes, candles, jewelry, and art. Along with supporting…

DECC Wraps Up Duluth Winter Village

DULUTH, Minn. – Thousands of people visited the DECC this weekend to experience the 6th annual Duluth Winter Village. This is the second year the Winter Village has taken place on Harbor Drive. The two-day market consisted of 26 local vendors placed in wooden cabins selling their products fit for your stockings. Inside of the DECC were more vendors, refreshments,…

Superior National Forest Hosts Open House

DULUTH, Minn. – The Superior National Forest Service held an open house at the Supervisor’s office in Duluth Thursday. The Forest Service has held a series of these open houses across its five districts, with this being the sixth and final one this year. Those who attended had the chance to meet program managers and learn about the work that…

Winter Holiday Market Returns to Duluth Cider

DULUTH, Minn. – If you are looking to continue shopping local for the holidays, there is a new weekly option at Duluth Cider. Held at the tap room in the Lincoln Park Neighborhood, a rotating six to eight venders are showcasing their products throughout December. From Jewlery to stickers, baked goods to freeze dried food, organizers say it’s all about…

Legacy Fund Grants Nearly $1.5 million to Duluth Waabizheshikana, Martin Trail

DULUTH, Minn. – The Greater Minnesota Regional Parks and Trails Commission has granted $11.4 million dollars to enhance 14 Minnesota parks and tails. This comes through the commissions Legacy Fund, which granted nearly one and a half million of that total toward the Duluth Waabizheshikana, Martin Trail. The plan is to use this funding to build on the existing 3.3-mile…

Fairlawn Mansion Hosts Quiet Santa Night

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Fairlawn Mansion in Superior kicked off its holiday season with a ‘Quiet Santa’ night. For some kids, it may be difficult to interact with Santa in busy environments like the mall. ‘Quiet Santa’ is a time for children with special needs, along with their families and friends, to come and spend some time with Santa in…

Hucklebeary Opens New Location

DULUTH, Minn. – Hucklebeary, a local craft and gift shop, officially opened the doors to their new location on East Superior Street on Saturday, exactly five years after the company started in 2017. This comes after it was forced to move when plans began for the Hotel Astoria building to be torn down. Staff say the new space has a…

‘Why Treaties Matter’ Exhibit Visits Duluth

DULUTH, Minn. – With Native American Heritage Month drawing to an end, the John Hopkins Center for Indigenous Health partnered with AICHO to display an exhibit that tells the story of why treaties matter. The traveling exhibit is owned and run by the Minnesota Indian Affairs Council and has been around since 2008. It is put on with the intention…

5th Annual Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Event

DULUTH, Minn. – November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month and on Sunday, an event was held to support and honor those who have been affected by this deadly disease. In 2015, Pamela Marshall’s father was diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer. He passed away in 2016. Since his passing, Pamela has put on an annual event at Clyde Iron Works,…

Twin Ports Spay and Neuter Closing

DULUTH, Minn. – “We do about a hundred surgeries a week. So, most vet clinics would love to do that in about a month so the volume that we are able to do is amazing. The fact that we can keep it low cost as well,” said Twin Ports Spay and Neuter Certified Veterinary Technician, Chelsea Bartels. Twin Ports Spay…

Aging Tree Lit Final Time Before Being Replaced

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The city of Superior celebrated the lighting of its holiday tree a tree that won’t be there next year. Santa Claus stopped by to help turn the tree bright with lights outside the library at the corner of Tower Avenue and Belknap Street. Fire pits were burning, hot chocolate was flowing, and the elves even handed out…

Holiday Fire Safety Tips

DULUTH, Minn. – House fires killed 16 people in Minnesota over the holiday season last year, 12 taking place between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Fire risks rise during the winter months due to an increase of heating, lighting, and cooking. The first level of safety is to have alerting equipment such as carbon monoxide and smoke alarms are installed on every…

Vacant Superior Council Seat To Be Filled In April Special Election

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Superior city councilors voted Tuesday to wait until a special election in April to fill now-former councilor Warren Bender’s seat who resigned suddenly a week ago. Bender cited a medical issue for leaving his 3rd District council seat after 15 years. He also apologized to anyone he inadvertently hurt. The letter of resignation came after a police…

Knowing Your Neighbors: Casino Pizza & Subs Shop Under New Ownership

CLOQUET, Minn. – “Casino Pizza is about reaching the community, giving them what they had before, but improving it,” said Casino Pizza & Subs Shop Co-Owner, Tyrell Beckom. The Casino Pizza and Subs Shop in Cloquet, an establishment that has been around since 1983, is now under new ownership after business partners Lamont Hines and Tyrell Beckom took it over…

DIY Thanksgiving Bouquet

DULUTH, Minn. – In the spirit of Thanksgiving, Engwall Flowers hosted a Do-It-Yourself class, designing bouquet centerpieces for the Thanksgiving table. The class teaches the fundamentals and design principles that go into making a homemade bouquet fit for the holiday. The lesson begins with understanding the container, establishing the foundation, and determining greenery, layout, and shape of the design. Classes…

Duluth Awarded Minnesota Land Trust ‘Partner of the Year’

DULUTH, Minn. – A special honor for Duluth today as the Minnesota Land Trust awarded the city their Partner of the Year for its effort in recognizing the potential of outdoor recreation and green space preservation. This is part of the trust’s 2022 Treasured Places event, and the first time Duluth has received this award. Contributing factors include cleaning up…

Mont Du Lac Hosts Haunt the Hill Event

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Mont Du Lac Resort got into the Halloween spirit this weekend with their first ever ‘Haunt the Hill’ event. Festivities kicked off Friday and were followed with today’s activities that included pumpkin carving, a kids Halloween costume contest, haunted hayrides, a spooky buffet, and horror movie trivia. Other activities included Color-Your-Own Mask and live music from Indecent…

Haunted Ship Busy for Its Final Weekend

DULUTH, Minn. – The Haunted Ship, one of Duluth’s most popular Halloween attractions, was buzzing with folks ready to be scared on Friday. A large crowd was lined up all the way down the block outside the William A. Irvin, anxiously anticipating the self-guided tour. Flickering lights, slamming doors, clowns, and dolls are just a few of the things that…

Attorney General Ellison Kicks Off Tour in Duluth

DULUTH, Minn. – Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison stopped in Duluth to kick off his weeklong “Minnesota is Not for Sale” tour. Ellison is using the tour as a way to call out the fossil fuel industry, as well as support the move to cleaner sources of energy. During his visit, Ellison had support from Mayor Emily Larson and U.S….

51st Annual Ski and Snowboard Swap

DULUTH, Minn. – Team Duluth hosted the first day of the 51st annual ski and snowboard swap to raise money for their upcoming season. Held at Spirit Mountain, the swap is the largest and longest running fundraiser for the organization. At the event, equipment and clothing donations are made and resold with proceeds going towards season expenses. Thursday was the…

Duluth Art Institute Hosts Annual Gala

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Art Institute held their Masquerade Gala tonight, the biggest fundraising event of the year for the organization. The annual event is put on to raise money for programs that are run through the D.A.I., assisting artists and art learners. There was a silent auction, drag performers, a heads and tails game, as well as a…

Damiano Center Hosts Donna Howard Community Connect to Help Those in Need

DULUTH, Minn. — The Damiano Center on West 4th Street hosted the Donna Howard Community Connect as a way to help those who are in need get ready for the cold of winter. The event was a one-stop resource opportunity that involved community organizations such Safe Haven, Life House, and the Salvation Army. Organizers handed out free winter clothes like…

City: Reconfigured Parks Fund Referendum Critical, Equals $94 Annually For $200K Home

The Parks Fund levy referendum would replace the current levy from 2012 and will be voted on at the ballot Nov. 8.

DULUTH, Minn. – The November 8th election is just around the corner, and Duluth residents will be voting on whether to approve a new Parks Fund levy that would replace the current levy that took effect in 2012. Jim Filby Williams, the city’s Property, Parks and Libraries director, told FOX 21’s Dan Hanger Wednesday that many of Duluth’s 120 invested…

Scarium Returns to the Aquarium

DULUTH, Minn. – Scarium at the Aquarium is back for some boo-tastic fun at the Great Lakes Aquarium. Tuesday was the first of three days full of trick or treating, craft making, a chance to check out Scooba divers carving pumpkins in the big tank, and even a space to join in on a dance part. It’s a Halloween tradition…

Trunk or Treat

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Superior Elementary School’s Trunk or Treat events kicked off Monday at Northern Lights School. Put on by the Parent Teacher Association, kids at the school were able to ‘trunk or treat’ while breaking in their Halloween costumes before the holiday. Superior School District Bus Drivers also turned one of their old buses into a haunted school bus…

Lake Superior Art Glass Halloween Events

DULUTH, Minn. – Lake Superior Art Glass is celebrating the Halloween season with several festive events. At the shop in Canal Park, they are offering ‘Design Your Own Pumpkin’ and on October 29th will be putting on the third annual Great Pumpkin Hunt. 10 custom glass pumpkins will be placed around the city in historic places and clues will be…

Duluth Traverse Completed Additions

DULUTH, Minn. – The City of Duluth and Cyclists of Gitchee Gumee Shores, also known as COGGS, held a ribbon cutting to celebrate the completion of multiple segments of the Duluth Traverse. The Duluth Traverse is a multi-use biking and hiking trail that runs the full length of the city from Lester Park to Chambers Grove Park. A vision for…

Fitger’s Gets Decked Out In Halloween, Plans End-Of-Month Party

DULUTH, Minn. — With Halloween right around the corner,  Fitger’s is getting into the spirit with decorations all throughout the property. It’s an annual tradition for Fitger’s, and they say the collection of spooky decor grows every year. The shops, brewhouse, hotel, and a haunted fake “daycare” are decked out with ghosts, goblins, skeletons and more. Even leaving the parking…

Hartley Nature Center Celebrates Expansion and Park Improvements

DULUTH, Minn. – “The magic of Hartley Park is getting kids and people outside and connected to the natural world,” Hartley Nature Center Executive Director, Tom O’Rourke said. Hartley Nature Center held a ribbon cutting to celebrate the completion of its building expansion along with other park related improvements. New additions to the building include two classrooms, a restroom, office…

Busy Pumpkin Stands

DULUTH, Minn. – With Halloween coming up at the end of the month, pumpkin stands around the Northland are seeing a rise in demand. DC’s Best Produce has been around for nearly 30 years, and currently hosts 30 acres of pumpkins and 5 acres of squash. One needs all that space with over 30 variations of pumpkins and 10 variations…

Sara’s Table Chester Creek Cafe Celebrates 20th Anniversary

DULUTH, Minn.–Sara’s Table Chester Creek Cafe celebrated 20 years in business with a ribbon cutting and open house Friday. The business originated in a coffee house and feminist bookstore on Superior Street with two microwaves and two crockpots. Friday’s event included appetizers and a preview of an upcoming cookbook that will include recipes, stories from over the years, and various…

UMD Hosts Voterpalooza

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD held a Voterpalooza tabling event to motivate students to be politically engaged. The event was focused on voter registration and informing students on the upcoming election, with such things as where to vote. Along with the different political tables, Champ the Bulldog was there along with a photobooth, and trivia wheel. “I think it’s a great…

‘Take Back the Night’ at UMD

DULUTH, Minn. – The Women’s Resource and Action Center at UMD hosted a “Take Back the Night” event this evening to stand in solidarity with victims of violence. Those who attended heard from speakers, were able to connect with resources, and participated in a march. FOX 21’s Mason Kroll takes us there.   Categories: Community, Education, News, News – Latest…

UMD Celebrates Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Receives Visit from Commissioner Olson

DULUTH, Minn. – UMD celebrated Indigenous Peoples’ Day with a visit from Minnesota Office of Higher Education Commissioner Dennis Olson. Held at the American Indian Learning Resource Center, the Commissioner met with native students to hear about some of the issues they face as well as what resources brought them to UMD. “It was incredibly important for me to hear…

Republican Candidate for WI Governor Tim Michels Talks Line 5 Support

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Republican candidate running for Wisconsin governor, Tim Michels, visited Superior ahead of the November midterm elections. During his visit, he met with locals to share his support for the line five pipeline in Northern Wisconsin. He argued its importance in saving energy costs as well as a source for consistent and reliable energy across the state…

Mike Ceynowa Sworn in as Police Chief of Duluth

DULUTH, Minn. – “This is a job that is really a lot and it’s going to take a lot and I want you and your family to know that we’ve got you. We’ve got your back; this department has your back,” Duluth Mayor, Emily Larson said. It was a big day for the Duluth Police Department as Mike Ceynowa was…

Bernie Sanders Campaigns For Keith Ellison In Duluth

DULUTH, Minn. – Thursday, people packed Clyde Iron Works in Duluth as U.S. Senator and former Presidential Candidate Bernie Sanders took to the stage. He’s campaigning for the re-election of Keith Ellison in the race for Minnesota’s next attorney general. Here’s some of what Sanders, an Independent, and Ellison, a Democrat, had to say Thursday: “You have as your Attorney…

Staff, Volunteers Needed for Warming Center

DULUTH, Minn. – With freezing air on the way there’s an urgent need for staff and volunteers to operate Duluth’s warming center in Lincoln Park. CHUM officials tell us they are short six positions right now. The warming center is an overnight refuge for people experiencing homelessness during the cold winter months. There are full and part-time paid positions available…

National Taco Day

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Tuesday was National Taco Day, a day that has celebrated the Mexican delicacy since 2009. Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant in Superior has a variety of taco styles to choose from like street tacos, Mexican sausage, hard shell and soft shell. If there isn’t an item on the menu that appeals to you, they accept custom requests. “It’s our…

Papier-Mache Pumpkin Class

DULUTH, Minn. – With Halloween less than a month away, a Papier-mâché pumpkin class was held at the Duluth Art Institute in Lincoln Park. The class follows the work of Yayoi Kusama, a Japanese-American artist known for her polka-dot pumpkins, sculptures, paintings and more. Monday was the first day of the class and consisted of constructing the pumpkins using recycled…

3 Dead After Small Plane Crashes Into Hermantown Home, Victims Identified

  UPDATE: The identities of the three plane crash victims have been released. The pilot has been identified as 32-year-old Tyler Fretland from Burnsville. The two passengers were brother and sister. They have been identified as 32-year-old Alyssa Schmidt from St. Paul and 31-year-old Matthew Schmidt from Burnsville. ———————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————————— HERMANTOWN, Minn. — Three people were confirmed dead Sunday morning after…

Daughter Of Chisholm Cold Case Murder Victim Reflects On Sentencing Day

HIBBING, Minn. – The daughter of one of the Northland’s oldest cold cases finally got a sense of closure Friday — nearly 40 years after her mother’s murder in Chisholm. It was July 1986 when 38-year-old Nancy Daugherty was raped, beaten and strangled to death in her Chisholm home in what would become a decades-long cold case. Gina Haggard |…

Northland BIPOC Business Directory Public Launch

DULUTH, Minn. -“This moment is really a dream come true. There has been a lot of thought and love and long hours that went into making this moment possible,” Northland BIPOC Business Directory Founding Member, Stephanie Williams said. A ribbon cutting celebrated a unique new business directory. BIPOC is short for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. The Northland BIPOC…