Morning Update 10-2-17
Monday, October 2, 2017
An update on local news and weather. Categories: News Update Tags: Local News, morning update, news update, northland news, Northland Weather, weather
Author: Natalie Froistad
Midday Update 9-27-17
Wednesday, September 27, 2017
An update on local news and weather. Categories: News Update Tags: Local News, weather
New “Makers Mercantile” is Space for Northland Makers
New Shop to Host Grand Opening Saturday
DULUTH, Minn. – A new space for makers has opened in Duluth. Makers Mercantile is a shop selling work from many North Shore makers. The shop carries a mix of art, décor, and goods from local North Shore Makers. Every store item is handcrafted from one of the 25 makers. The new store opened up in the Spirit Valley neighborhood…
Morning Update 9-27-17
Wednesday, September 27, 2017
An update on local news and weather. Categories: News Update Tags: Local News, morning update, weather
Busy Stretch of Duluth Road Reopens Following Construction
DULUTH, Minn. – A busy stretch of road closed for construction is now back open to drivers. The 21st Ave. E. and 4th St. intersection is back open for motorists. The intersection has been closed for a month to work on water mains, gas lines, traffic signals and retaining walls. This is all part of the 4th Street project in…
St. Luke’s Shows Off Birthing Center Remodel
Hospital Receives Baby-Friendly Designation
DULUTH, Minn. – St. Luke’s is celebrating what seems like a brand new birthing center and a baby-friendly designation. The birthing center recently went through a complete remodel and hospital officials are loving what they see. Every room is considered a suite, there are laboring tubs in each room and families are able to enjoy a more home-like and calm-like…
Sampling Fall Favorite Wines with Foley Family Wines
DULUTH, Minn. – As the seasons transition, many different wines will be appropriate for the weather. Marc Carrigan, the Regional Sales Manager for Foley Family Wines, stopped by FOX 21 to sample wines with the morning crew. Carrigan brought two types of wine that go well with sunshine and a few full-bodied white and robust reds for the Fall. Lucien…
UW-Superior Supports Military Veterans through Annual 5K
4th Annual Running for our Heroes 5K Run/Walk
SUPERIOR, Wis. – This weekend many Northlanders will be getting in a workout to honor those who have and do protect the United States of America. UW-Superior is once again hosting the Annual Running for our Heroes 5K Run/Walk. It’s taking place Saturday, Sept. 30, at 9 a.m. The event is hosted by UW–Superior’s Veteran and Nontraditional Student Center (VNSC)…
Pickwick is Home to more than 100 Years of History
Northland Uncovered: Pickwick
DULUTH, Minn. – A restaurant in Duluth is home to some of the city’s oldest stories. In fact, it’s been around for 103 years. In this week’s Northland Uncovered we visited Pickwick. Pickwick is Duluth’s oldest public restaurant. It opened in 1914 as The Old Brewery Saloon. “It originally was the tasting room for the Fitger Brewing Company,” said Co-Owner…
Midday Update 9-26-17
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
An update on local news and weather. Categories: News Update Tags: Local News, weather
Morning Update 9-26-17
Tuesday, September 26, 2017
An update on local news and weather. Categories: News Update Tags: Local News, morning update, weather
St. Louis River Alliance Highlights Fall Colors, Estuary Projects on Annual Train Ride
Annual Fall Color Train Ride is Sunday
DULUTH, Minn. – Fall has officially started and the season changes are visible as many leaves are changing colors. The St. Louis River Alliance is taking advantage of this beauty this weekend for the annual Fall Color Train Ride. The ride shows off the Fall colors, while SLRA staff discuss the projects taking place in the St. Louis River Estuary….
Annual Festival Takes Duluthians Hundreds of Years Back in Time
Annual Lester River Rendezvous
DULUTH, Minn. – This weekend Duluth is going back in time 200 years for an annual festival. The Lester River Rendezvous is Saturday, September 30 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The festival shows what life was like over 200 years ago and is described as being “a living history attraction devoted to recreating the days of the fur trade.”…
Midday Update 9-25-17
Monday, September 25, 2017
An update on local news and weather. Categories: News Update Tags: Local News, midday update, weather
Morning Update 9-25-17
Monday, September 25, 2017
An update on local news and weather. Categories: News Update Tags: Local News, morning update, weather
Midday Update 9-22-17
Friday, September 22, 2017
An update on local news and weather. Categories: News Update Tags: Local News, weather
Bacon and Beer are the Focus of a New Beargrease Fundraiser
Saturday: Beer and Bacon Bash
TWO HARBORS, Minn. – The Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon is still a few months away, but that doesn’t mean the big race isn’t on the minds of Northlanders. Jason Rice, the Vice President of the Board of Director for the race, visited FOX 21 to chat about the Beer and Bacon Bash. The event is taking place Saturday, September 23…
Encounter Youth Center to Host New Fundraiser Saturday
Saturday: First Annual Skate and Cake Fundraiser
DULUTH, Minn. – The Encounter Youth Center is looking for support and this weekend the non-profit’s leaders are hoping Northlanders step up to help. The First Annual Skate and Cake Fundraiser will be held at the Encounter Youth Center on Saturday, September 23 from 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. This is an all-you-can-eat Pancake Dinner to benefit the Encounter’s indoor…
Health Center Offers 24-Hour Fitness Center and Physical Therapy
Active Adventures: Bodies in Balance
TWO HARBORS, Minn. – A fitness center in Two Harbors is promoting fitness and wellness. Bodies in Balance offers physical therapy services as well as a 24-hour gym. For this week’s Active Adventures, FOX 21’s William Seay worked with a physical therapist in the fitness center to get his body moving. Bodies in Balance is located at 1451 Highway 2, Two…
Morning Update 9-22-17
Friday, September 22, 2017
An update on local news and weather. Categories: News Update Tags: Local News, morning update, weather
Creating Creamy and Savory Pork Tenderloin Medallions with JJ Astor
Cooking Connection: JJ Astor
DULUTH, Minn. – JJ Astor, the revolving restaurant in the Radisson in Duluth, has hired a new Executive Chef and is creating an updated menu. The new Executive Chef and Director of Food and Beverage, Bob Boyd, joined FOX 21 in the kitchen for this week’s Cooking Connection. This week Boyd showed FOX 21’s Natalie Froistad how to make Roasted…
Midday Update 9-21-17
Thursday, September 21, 2017
An update on local news and weather. Categories: News Update Tags: Local News, weather
Morning Update 9-21-17
Thursday, September 21, 2017
An update on local news and weather. Categories: News Update Tags: Local News, weather
Midday Update 9-20-17
Wednesday, September 20, 2017
An update on local news and weather. Categories: News Update Tags: Local News, weather
Annual Oktoberfest Celebrations to Take Over Grandma’s Saloon & Grill
Grandma's Celebrates 42 Years of Oktoberfest Fun
DULUTH, Minn. – This week the keg will be tapped to kick off Oktoberfest celebrations at Grandma’s Saloon and Grill. This is the 42nd year of the festival at Grandma’s Restaurants. The beer tapping will take place at 11 a.m. at the Canal Park location on Wednesday, September 20. For the first week of Oktoberfest at Grandma’s there will be…
Midday Update 9-19-17
Tuesday, September 19, 2017
An update on local news and weather. Categories: News Update Tags: Local News, midday update, news update, weather
Research Center Preserves Stories of Minnesota’s Iron Ranges
Northland Uncovered: Iron Range Research Center at Minnesota Discovery Center
CHISHOLM, Minn. -For hundreds of years mining has been the focus of life on the Iron Ranges of Minnesota. The Iron Range Research Center in the Minnesota Discovery Center in Chisholm preserves the past of these areas in its archive collection. The mission of this department is to collect materials to interpret the human experience on all three of Minnesota’s…
Morning Update 9-19-17
Tuesday, September 19, 2017
An update on local news and weather. Categories: News Update Tags: Local News, morning update, news update
Upcoming Fundraiser Supports Free Dental Care for Students
8th Annual Sips & Slices
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Just Kids Dental is continuing its campaign of providing free dental care to children and an upcoming fundraiser will support that mission. The 8th Annual Sips & Slices is Thursday, September 21 from 5:30 – 8:00 p.m. at the Superior Curling Club. This is a pizza and beer tasting fundraiser. There will also be raffles featuring items…
Midday Update 9-18-17
Monday, September 18, 2017
An update on local news and weather. Categories: News Update Tags: Local News, news update
Morning Update 9-18-17
Monday, September 18, 2017
An update on local news and weather. Categories: News Update Tags: Local News, weather
Midday Update 9-14-17
Thursday, September 14, 2017
An update on local news and weather. Categories: News Update Tags: Local News, weather
Annual Walk Creates Space of Support for those in Recovery
Twin Ports Recovery Walk
DULUTH, Minn. – This weekend, Northlanders will be walking for recovery to support those going through the process. September is Recovery Month, so the walk is taking place on Saturday, September 16 on the campus of the College of St. Scholastica. Registration is free and starts at 9 a.m. The walk gets underway at 10 a.m. Food, vendors and games…
Historical Society Brings Past to Life within Cemetery
3rd Annual Living History Walk is Saturday
SUPERIOR, Wis. – This weekend the history of Douglas County is coming to life in a place reserved for the dead. The Living History Walk is Saturday, September 16 from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. The walk will be at the Greenwood Cemetery, 8402 Tower Avenue Superior, WI 54880. Tickets are $10 in advance, $15 at the gate, $7 Veterans, $5…
JJ Astor Makes Fall Favorites in Preparation for New Menu
Cooking Connection: JJ Astor
DULUTH, Minn. – JJ Astor, the revolving restaurant in the Radisson in Duluth, has hired a new Executive Chef and is creating an updated menu. The new Executive Chef and Director of Food and Beverage, Bob Boyd, joined FOX 21 in the kitchen for this week’s Cooking Connection. JJ Astor Restaurant and Lounge is located in the Radisson at 505…
Morning Update 9-14-17
Thursday, September 14, 2017
An update on local news and weather. Categories: News Update Tags: news update
Midday Update 9-13-17
Wednesday, September 13, 2017
An update on local news and weather. Categories: News Update Tags: Local News, midday update, news update, weather
Morning Update 9-13-17
Wednesday, September 13, 2017
An update on local news and weather. Categories: News Update Tags: Local News, morning update, news update
Ethnic Days to Feature Slovenian Button Box Player
Gary New Duluth Hosts "Ethnic Days" at New Pavilion This Weekend
DULUTH, Minn. – This weekend Ethnic Days is taking over Gary New Duluth. There will be performances by The Singing Slovenes with special guest performers. Gasper Krek, visiting from Slovenia, will play the button box. The Sam Miletich Tamburica Ensemble will also perform. There will also be Kolo dance instruction, face painting and ethnic food available. This will all be…
Midday Update 9-12-17
Tuesday, September 12, 2017
An update on local news and weather. Categories: News Update Tags: Local News, midday update, weather
Duluth Woman’s Club Receives Historical Designation
Northland Uncovered: Duluth Heritage Preservation Landmark
DULUTH, Minn. – In Duluth, historical buildings fill the town and old mansions line the streets, giving beautiful views for visitors to enjoy. One Duluth home is now recognized as a Duluth Heritage Preservation Landmark. The women of the Duluth Woman’s Club are continuing a tradition. “We all feel like it’s a very special place and it’s home,” explained Ellie…
Morning Update: 9-12-17
Tuesday, September 12, 2017
An update on local news and weather. Categories: News Update Tags: Local News, morning update, news update, weather
Local Leaders Seek Community Input on Future of Canal Park
Imagine Canal Park 2035
DULUTH, Minn. – Imagine Canal Park is a new initiative with the goal to make that area a spot for residents and not just tourists. In June, Duluth received a grant from the Knight Foundation to look at ways to further engage and create a common public space for residents to increase social interaction and connect with their city. The…
Food Banks Seek Donations in September
Coffee Conversation: Hunger Action Month
DULUTH, Minn. – This month people across the country are doing what they can to help the hungry. September is annually recognized as Hunger Action Month. This is meant to encourage people to donate to their local food banks. Shaye Moris, the Executive Director of Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank, says monetary donations go the farthest. The food bank…
Midday Update 9-11-17
Monday, September 11, 2017
An update on local news and weather. Categories: News Update Tags: Local News, midday update, news update, weather
Morning Update 9-11-17
Monday, September 11, 2017
An update on local news and weather. Categories: News Update Tags: FOX 21 Local News, Local News, morning update, sunrise update, weather
Midday Update 9-8-17
Friday, September 8, 2017
An update on local news and weather. Categories: News Update Tags: brittney merlot, duluth, fox 21 weather, Local News, local news update, midday update, Natalie Froistad, news update, weather
Largest Farmers’ Market in Region Coming to Duluth this Weekend
Saturday: 24th Annual Harvest Festival
DULUTH, Minn. -Fresh produce and sustainable energy are the focus of a festival in Duluth this weekend. The 24th Annual Harvest Festival will be held in Bayfront Festival Park from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, September 9. This festival is considered one of the largest farmers’ markets in the region. In the park visitors can enjoy live music,…
New Duluth Fitness Center Features “9 Rounds”
9Round is Latest Kickboxing Gym to Open in Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. – A new fitness center has opend in Duluth. 9Round Fitness is a kickboxing gym. It features a nine round, 30 minute workout to help clients get a good workout in during a short amount of time. The workout is a for the entire body, and trainers are on hand to guide clients. The fitness center also offers…
Morning Update 9-8-17
Friday, September 8, 2017
An update on local news and weather. Categories: News Update Tags: duluth, Local News, local weather, Morning News, morning update, weather
