DULUTH, Minn. — Local youth hockey teams join in on the fight against cancer with fundraising games. Teams with Duluth Amateur Hockey Association (DAHA) and Hermantown will play at the Heritage Center on Monday night in honor of Minnesota Hockey Fights Cancer. Brant Nicklin joined FOX21 on the morning show to chat about the event. There will be chuck-a-puck, raffles,…
DULUTH, Minn. — Every Thursday, women in the Northland are welcome to gather at the Lester-Amity Chalet for Fat Bike Riding, Skate Skiing or Classic Skiing. The reoccurring event is a joint collaboration between women representing SkiHut, Continental Bikes & Ski, COGGS and DXC. Bobblie Larson with Ski Hut joined FOX21 on the morning show to chat about all that Women’s…
DULUTH, Minn. — Boat Club Productions to hold Theatre Gala in celebration of its first season as a Theatre Company, and to highlight upcoming productions in 2023. The newly-founded BCP has blossomed over its 2022 season, with shows like “Nunsense” and “A Don’t Hug Me Christmas Carol” ringing in ticket sales. Founder Jason Vincent shared with FOX21 the meaning behind…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Rubber Chicken Theater kicks off 2023 with ‘Christmas Aquarium in January, or, Jokin’ in a Fishy Wonderland.’ Director Brian Matuszak joined FOX21 on the morning newscast to preview the comedy show. You can check out the show January 20-21 and 27-28 at 7:30pm at the Great Lakes Aquarium. Tickets are $20 per person. There is an additional…
DULUTH, Minn. — Founder of Mix Cosmetiques, Lanae Rhoads, showcased kombucha tea brewing on FOX21’s morning show on Thursday. Mix Cosmetiques is offering kombucha brewing classes Wednesday, January 11 through Saturday, January 14: 3-4 pm 4-5 pm 5-6 pm 6-7 pm. It’s an hour-long class class and will cover ingredient selection, brewing, fermenting, bottling, flavoring and tasting. You will go…
DULUTH, Minn. — Hot coffee, stellar views, and good company; the trio is taking over the DECC every Thursday morning in January, free of cost. DECC Communications Director, Lucie Amundsen, was on Monday’s morning show to chat about the (January) reoccurring Sunrise Coffee event. You can catch a glimpse and a drink Thursday’s from 7-9am in the DECC’s Symphony Hall…
DULUTH, Minn. — Chief of Police for the City of Duluth, Mike Ceynowa, joined FOX21 on the morning show to highlight the departments top priorities heading into the New Year. Recruiting and retaining officers continues to be a top challenge for the department — and departments nationwide. The DPD recently swore in 8 new officers to the department, but is…
DULUTH, Minn – The Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour returns to Duluth on January 6 & 7 of 2023 at the DECC Symphony Hall. AMSOIL Staff Product Development Engineer and Mechanical R&D Manager, Mark Nyholm, joined FOX21 on the morning show to preview the event. The Banff World Tour showcases outdoor storytelling and filmmaking worldwide. The Duluth Cross Country Ski…
DULUTH, Minn. — Steve Solkela’s “Overpopulated” One-Man Band joined FOX21 on the morning show on Friday to ring in the New Year. Solkela made a surprise appearance as Santa and played a tune on the accordion. You can check out the One-Man Band at a few spots this weekend. Rubber Chicken’s New Year’s Cluckin’ Eve / Fitger’s Inn / Sat,…
DULUTH, Minn. — Local Artist, Adam Swanson, presents a collection of the federal and state listed Endangered Animals in Minnesota. Swanson hopes to use his art to bring awareness to endangered wildlife species. Here’s a clip of his interview on the FOX21 morning show on Thursday. You can check out his 8 Endangered Animals of MN paintings on display at…
INTERNATIONAL FALLS, Minn. — The beloved Sandy’s Place to reopen under new ownership as ‘On The Way Café’ in January. Sandy’s Place was the brunch hub of International Falls for nearly 25 years. That is until, Owners Sandy and Sandy retired and closed the restaurant last year. “It felt kind of empty around here without Sandy’s Place, as weird as…
DULUTH, Minn. — Glitterati Events presents New Year’s Eve Bash at the DECC. Ring in the New Year with food, fun, and friends at the DECC’s Harborside Ballroom, Dec. 31 6:00 pm – 12:00 am. Amber Brostrom with Glitterati Events joined FOX21 on the morning show to preview the gala. Brostrom says the night also serves as a way to…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Rubber Chicken Theater presents ‘New Year’s Cluckin’ Eve’ at Fitger’s Spirit of the North Theater. Ring in the New Year with comedy, sketches, prize giveaways, live music, and more. Brian Matuszak joined FOX21 on the morning show to preview the one-night-only gala. The event is taking place Saturday, Dec. 31from 7:30-9:00 pm. Tickets are $25. Categories:…
DULUTH, Minn — Wussow’s Concert Cafe is ringing in the New Year with an all day News Years Eve Bash. The fun starts bright and early Dec. 31 at 7:00 AM — and goes until the clock strikes midnight and the last band sings. Jason Wussow joined FOX21 on Thursday’s morning show to preview the event. It’s free of cost…
DULUTH, Minn. — CHUM to hold Homeless Community Vigil on the steps of Duluth City Hall, Christmas Eve. It’s an effort to remember and honor the lives that have been lost in the homeless community, while also drawing attention to the ongoing homelessness crisis. CHUM Street Outreach Worker, Deb Holman, joined FOX21 on the morning show to talk about the…
DULUTH, Minn. — The ‘Zoo Lights’ holiday event is back for a 2nd year at the Lake Superior Zoo. On Tuesday, Caroline Routley joined FOX21 on the morning show to talk about the festive event. A glimpse of what you might find onsite: an expanded light display, Santa, free s’mores, hot cocoa, and giant inflatable animals. Not to mention, its…
DULUTH, Minn — The Family Freedom Center and Neighborhood Youth Services prepares to hold its first-ever ‘Christmas at the Farm’ event on December 22. Pez Davila with the Family Freedom Center joined us on the morning show to talk about the holiday gathering. The event will be held in the Washington Center Gym (310 N. 1st Ave W. Duluth, MN)…
DULUTH, Minn — The Portman Youth Hockey Association held its first annual Great Skate outdoor rink event. The classic sound of sharp blades digging into fresh ice filled the air at the Portman Community Center. Kids, parents, and community members all gathered for Portman hockey’s largest fundraising event. The event featured a range of fun challenges for the kids, including;…
DULUTH, Minn. — It’s the final weekend of the Christmas City Express at the St. Louis County Depot and Northshore Scenic Railroad. The storybook experience has brought many kids, families, and those young at heart together in downtown Duluth for the event. The Christmas City Express features a book reading in the railroad museum, a visit from a special guest,…
DULUTH, Minn. — If you’re looking for a special, local gift this Christmas.. Zenith Bookstore has a big case of pickings. Co-Owner, Bob Dobrow, joined FOX21 on the morning show to talk about the busy holiday season and local finds in store. Some northland authors you can find at Zenith include; Tony dierckins, Linda Legarde Grover, Leif Enger, Chris Monroe,…
NORTHLAND — When it comes to winter storms, snow days are as old as schools themselves. However, with easy-access to e-learning, are traditional snow days a thing of the past? The recent storm has turned the roads into a slip and slide, leading many northland schools — like Duluth and Superior — to close. But, as we saw from the…
NORTHLAND — Many schools in the Northland shut down due to the storm, but a few stayed open and operated from home. The majority of local schools called off school completely opting for a traditional snow day at home. This includes Duluth, Superior, and many other districts in the Northland. However, several continued to function including Hibbing, Barnum, and Willow…
DULUTH, Minn. — Life House is walking away with a big check Friday, thanks to a generous donation from RSM Duluth. RSM raised more than $19,000 for Life House through “Power of Love,” a nationwide fundraising initiative supporting youth in the areas of education, hunger, housing, and health. Life House provides for the needs of young people in Duluth who…
VIRGINIA, Minn. — Lyric Center for the Arts presents: ‘A Christmas Story: The Musical,’ debuting Thursday at the Minn. North College Mesabi Range Virginia Campus. Steve Solkela joined FOX21 on the morning show to chat about the upcoming performance. The show dates and times are listed below. Dec. 8 & 9 at 7pm. Dec. 11 at 2pm. Dec. 16 &…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Boat Club and St. Luke’s present Minnesota spoof, ‘A Don’t Hug Me Christmas Carol.’ Inspiration for the musical stems from Charles Dickens’ famous “A Christmas Carol.” Boat Club Restaurant Owner, Jason Vincent joined FOX21 on the morning show to preview the upcoming performance. It’s taking place throughout Dec. 9-18 at Fitger’s Spirit of the North Theater….
MINNESOTA — The Minnesota Secretary of State’s office has confirmed that districts 3A and 3B will see a recount of votes for the state house seats. This includes vote results in Cook, Itasca, Koochiching, Lake, and St. Louis Counties. A recount is conduced, by hand, to precisely determine the vote count between two candidates whose vote margin is extremely close….
HIBBING, Minn. — Range Regional Animal Rescue is a temporary home for displaced cats and dogs. But right now, the shelter is nearly full, and 35 animals are in need of forever homes. “We can have a bunch of animals here, but that doesn’t mean they’re each going to get the individual attention, enrichment, and all of that, which they…
DULUTH, Minn. — If you’re looking for a ride to Bentleyville “Tour of Lights,” Downtown Duluth is once again offering a free shuttle service. The Jingle Bus is back on the weekends giving free trips to Bentleyville from downtown and Canal Park. The Canal Park bus stop is at Buchanan Street near Canal Park Drive. While the downtown bus travels…
DULUTH, Minn. — Dozens of indigenous, BIPOC, and diverse vendors gathered for Biboon Bimaadiziwin, a winter market in Duluth. The market, held in conjunction with Small Business Saturday, was hosted by AICHO in their Cultural Center in West Duluth. Covid-19 has stopped this winter event for the past two years, but on Saturday, it returned to the northland. As one…
DULUTH, Minn. — Small Business Saturday might be over, but you can still shop a range of local vendors at Hoops Brewing through mid-December. In the wake of Canal Park, Hoops Brewing kicked off its Makers Market, which will take place every Saturday in the Beer Hall until December 17. What you’ll find; between eight and 10 local vendors selling…
DULUTH, Minn — Grab your golden ticket, the Christmas City Express is on the Northshore Scenic Railroad Tracks. The fun starts in the Lake Superior Railroad Museum., where you’ll be treated to a classic book reading of the new Christmas City Express story. While also enjoying carolers and a visit from a special guest. Then, climb aboard the train…
DULUTH, Minn. — If you’re not trotting the Gobble Gallop races on Thanksgiving, but plan to drive near Downtown Duluth, here’s what you need to know. On Thursday, November 24, the Gobble Gallop Races will take place in Downtown Duluth. The first of three races kick off at 9:00 a.m., and while turkey trotters stuff the streets, some parking restrictions…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Vineyard Church to hold a Blue Christmas Service for those dealing with loss and grief this holiday season. Associate Pastors, Brian Brinkert and Becca Eastvold, joined FOX21 on the morning show to talk about the meaning behind this service. The event will be held Sunday, December 4 at 6pm at their Arrowhead location at 1533 W….
DULUTH, Minn. — Local Musician Rafe Carlson tributes his new song, A Place To Fall, to veterans and service members. Carlson played his new song live at FOX21 and talked about the meaning behind it. Carlson is a Duluth/Hermantown native. He went on to talk about growing up in the community and his plans moving forward. Categories: Coffee Conversation, Minnesota,…
DULUTH, Minn. — 14 Minnesota parks and trails getting a new look, thanks to the Legacy Fund. $11.4 million has been dished out by the fund to help enhance 14 regional parks and trails. Locally, the Duluth Waabizheshikana, Marten Trail received nearly $1.5 million dollars. The trail is located between Irving neighborhood and Jay Cooke State Park. It includes an…
DULUTH, Minn. — City of Duluth to offer free parking at annual Christmas City of the North Parade. The annual Christmas City of the North Parade is returning for its 6th decade in the northland. It’s going to be all of the holiday fixings rolled into one big event — and good news for those attending, the city says there…
DULTUH, Minn. — Renegade Improv’s “Drinksgiving Returns” will take place at Zeitgeist November 23. The show is a mix of live and filmed sketch comedy, improvisation, and special guests that tell a new story each time. The Fabulous Dik and Flip the turkey joined FOX21 on Friday’s morning newscast. Local performers will take stage at Zeitgeist’s Teatro Zuccone, November 23…
DULUTH, Minn. — School buses across the nation are adapting hi-tech eyes and shifting their lens’ to catch drivers who fail to abide by school bus stop signs. In Minnesota, there’s actually a School Bus Stop-Arm Camera Grant, but time is running out for schools to apply. This year alone, the Minnesota Department of Pubic Safety has awarded over 5,000…
DULUTH, Minn — The Victory Chorus is having its “Celebration of Song” to recognize the completion of its first session for 2022. The Victory Chorus is a dementia-friendly choir made up of people living with memory loss, their care partners or loved ones, and volunteer singers from the community. On Thursday, Victory Chorus Music Director, Beth Kaiser, joined FOX21 on the morning…
HERMANTOWN, Minn. — Based on the beloved holiday film, Elf the Musical takes the stage at Hermantown High School. Two performers, Lily Meichsner and Jillian Jaros of Hermantown, joined FOX21 on Thursday to preview the show. You can see it live at Hermantown High School November 17 & 19, 2022 – 7pm. Categories: Coffee Conversation, Minnesota, News,…
DULUTH, Minn — The West Duluth Business Club is a private non-profit club, consisting of business/commercial interests, community organizations, and area citizens who have an interest in focusing on the western area of Duluth, MN. The group holds monthly speaker meetings and is currently setting up a vision for the Western Business district which includes a strategic plan for advancement…
DULUTH, Minn. — The 2022 Duluth Winter Village will be back at the DECC this December. It’s an outdoor village with festive greens, local shops, hot drinks, and fire pits — overlooking Lake Superior and the Lift Bridge. On Tuesday, Lucie Amundsen with the DECC previewed the event on FOX21’s morning show. The Winter Village is taking place December 3…
DULUTH, Minn. — It’s International Education Week and the University of Minnesota Duluth is holding a range of events, one being a study abroad informative panel. On Monday, UMD students Amy Diedrich and Issac Conrad joined FOX21 live in-studio to talk about their time spent abroad. Diedrich participated in the University College Dublin program in Dublin, Ireland. Conrad participated in…
DULUTH, Minn. — It’s that time of the year when the nights reach below freezing temperatures, and daytime stays above. Due to this annual freeze-thaw cycle, Duluth’s natural trails are closed until further notice. The mix of below and above freezing temps, can make the soil wet and vulnerable, ultimately damaging trails with continued use. Because of this, the Duluth…
SUPERIOR, WI. — The Wisconsin Writers Association (WWA) provides opportunities to northland writers. Founded in 1948, WWA sponsors and hosts year-round workshops and events throughout Wisconsin, offering exclusive resources and discounts to more than 500 members. WWA President Barry Wightman and FOX21’s very own Erika Adams joined us on the morning show to talk about the association. Last month (Sept…
DULUTH, Minn. — In honor of Veterans Day and in efforts to retain more blood, the Red Cross is holding a large blood drive event. Taking place at the St. Louis County Depot, the 2-day event is open to all in the Northland. Blood supplies have been low for months, meanwhile the need for blood is in constant demand. The…
DULUTH, Minn. — The 2022 Junior League of Duluth annual Festival of Trees is set to return to the northland after a two-year hiatus, due to the Covid-19 pandemic. In the past this event has included over 170 of the areas top crafters and vendors showing their wares. Liz Hanson / President of Junior League, and Angie Engblom / VP…
DULUTH, Minn — Marshall School presents, “Seussical the Musical,” based on the many children’s stories of Dr. Seuss. Two students apart of the production, Faith Hoffman and Sophie Haug, joined FOX21 Wednesday on the morning show. It’s taking place at Marshall School, November 10-12 at 7pm and Sunday November 13th at 2pm. Tickets are $15 for adults, $5 for students,…
DULUTH, Minn. — Dan Williams and Jeff Kazel with the American Red Cross joined FOX21 in-studio to preview upcoming happenings around Veteran’s Day. Here’s a rundown of the work that the Red Cross will be doing within the community: On Monday, November 7th, the Red Cross is teaming up with the UMD men’s and women’s hockey teams to write out…
DULUTH, Minn. — Local hiker, Sandi Larson, hits the many trails of Duluth every day. She posts a photo of each journey on social media and is apart of Women Hike Duluth. Larson joined FOX21 on the morning newscast to showcase her hikes and experiences. Her goal is to encourage people to get outside, explore the northland and the many…
