Miller-Dwan Mini-Cottage Ready for Auction
Structure Valued at Over $50,000
The building, set to be put up for auction September 26 at the foundation’s ARTcetera event, is valued at over $50,000.
Author: Nathaniel LeCapitaine
Deer Seasons Opening
Minnesota Archery Begins Saturday; Wisconsin Last Saturday
Archery Season opened in Wisconsin, September 12, it will open in Minnesota on the 19.
Lincoln Park Boys and Girls Club Opens Renovated Teen Center
Ribbon Cutting Held Tuesday
The renovations to the center included adding a recording studio, theater and sound system, a food bar area, and game room upgrades.
Fraser Shipyards Celebrates 125 Years
Superior Shipyard Reaches Milestone
A local shipyard reached a milestone of staying in business for over a century.
Brain Aneurysm Survivor Speaks Out to Raise Awareness
September is Brain Aneurysm Awareness Month
According to the Brain Aneurysm Foundation, an estimated one in 50 people have an un-ruptured brain aneurysm.
Primary Elections for Duluth Mayor to be Held Tuesday
The Primary Elections for Duluth’s mayor will be held Tuesday. Polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Superior 6th Graders Learn About the Wilderness in Unique Way
Wilderness Inquiry Makes Learning Fun for Elementary School Students
Wilderness Inquiry partnered with the Superior National Forest and several other organizations to educate 6th graders from Superior about the watershed’s ecosystem, health, and history.
Lake Superior Zoo Becomes Home to 5 New Wallabies
New Wallaby and Kangaroo Exhibit Opens
The wallabies came to the zoo in May this year, but now have a new exhibit space where they have more space to frolic. The exhibit also makes it possible for zoo visitors to get closer to the wallabies.
College of St. Scholastica Celebrates Convocation with Alumni from Over 50 Years Ago
Alumni Welcome Freshmen to School
The Saints Heritage club, which honors alumni from 50 or more years ago, gathered with students, faculty and staff, to welcome the new freshmen.
Section of Arlington Avenue Closed for Construction
Road Closed for an Expected 15 days
The work is part of a $2.6 million project on a road that is traveled by approximately 11,000 cars every day.
Great Outdoors: West Amity Stables
In this week’s Great Outdoors we take a look at West Amity Stables, a family-owned business in Duluth’s city limits
Destination Duluth Hits Social Media Landmark
Duluth Non-Profit Gets 75,000 Likes on Facebook
The organization was the main social media voice for the #VoteDuluth campaign for Outside Magazine’s 2014 “Best Town” tournament, which Duluth won.
St. Scholastica Enters Outdoor Competition
CSS is One of 56 Schools in the Tournament
Activities include anything from canoeing, rock climbing, and slacklining, to relaxing in a hammock outside. And it’s not just for students.
Northland Health Survey
Voluntary Survey Mailed to Residents
Healthcare officials encourage randomly selected households to participate in a health survey.
Big Cats Relocated to Pine County
Three Tigers and Black Leopard Moved to Wildcat Sanctuary
The Wildcat Sanctuary executive director Tammy Thies said the sanctuary is grateful the owner decided to “do the right thing” and give the animals to an accredited big cat facility.
Citizen Action of Wisconsin Meets in Duluth
Group Opposes Scott Walker's Proposed Healthcare Changes
The meeting focused on the groups opposition to Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker’s, proposed federal healthcare policies.
Two Harbors Cafe Recovering from Fire
Judy's Cafe Open Again
The lengthy closure resulted in the loss of some staff forcing the restaurant to reopen under restricted hours and with a limited menu.
Vigilant Guard Moves into Badger State
Response Team Drills in Superior
Military officials say this type of scenario provides responders with realistic training that helps better prepare them, should they ever have to respond to an actual event.
Cloquet Native Bringing Original Restaurant to Hometown
Avenue C to Open in First National Plaza Building
Doug Smith, general manager of Duluth’s Green Mill Restaurant, will be opening the Cloquet original in the town where he grew up.
Spirit Mountain Pipeline Back on Track
Construction Crews Back to Work
Duluth Chief Administive Officer David Montgomery said Thursday, when it was noticed the easments were no longer valid construction was halted until proper permits could be put in place.
Duluth Pack to Hozier
Duluth Pack and Excel Energy Center Teaming Up Again
Duluth pack has previously made custom packs for acts such as The Dave Matthews Band and Maroon 5.
Enbridge Proposal Sparks Debate in Carlton
Nearly 400 Miles of New Pipeline Could be Added in Minnesota
Enbridge says the pipeline is currently opperating at a reduced capacity due to voluntary pressure reductions and the new pipeline would allow for a return to full capacity.
Duluth Carpet Store Honored With Piece of Ground Zero
Johnson Carpet One Helps Build Home for Wounded Vet
A special ceremony Thursday morning honored one Duluth carpet store’s contribution to the family of a wounded veteran.
YWCA Receives $7,000 Grant from AT&T
Grant Awarded to "Girl Power" Program
The Duluth YWCA was presented with a $7,000 grant from AT&T, Thursday.
Animal Allies Moving Animal Alterations in House
Shelter Will No Longer Manage Twin Ports Spay/Neuter Clinic
The transition will take place August 31st when Dr. Tammy Schilling, will formally take administrative control of her practice in Lincoln Park.
Kayakers Rescue Buck From Sea Caves
Buck Believed To Be Trapped For A Week
Deer are a common site in the Northland, but not so much in Lake Superior when kayakers come face to face with the animal. FOX 21’s Dan Hanger brings you the incredible story of survival for an eight-point buck that could have drowned or starved to death if it weren’t for exploring kayakers with big hearts.
Proctor Makes Train Crossing a “Quiet Zone”
Trains No Longer Required to Sound Horns
Trains that pass through the crossing at 2nd Street in downtown Proctor will no longer be required to sound their horns.
Duluth Transit Authority Prepares for Grocery Store Route
DTA Dubs New Route 'Grocery Express'
The Duluth Transit Authority is about to debut a new bus route that’s going to help people get to the grocery store in West Duluth.
8th Annual ‘Grill Wars’ to be Held Thursday
Northlanders to Get Their Grill On in Annual Battle
It’s almost time for a big battle!
Early End To Walleye Season Hurts Mille Lacs Businesses
Area Economy Built on Fishing
Fisherman flocking to the lake helped spawn a resort community and economy, based on the strength of the walleye harvest.
Duluth Airport Faring Well by Comparison
Duluth International Seeing Some
For years, Delta Airlines has suspended direct flights between Duluth and Detroit during the winter months.
New Hotel Under Construction in Hermantown
Holiday Inn Express to be Located Next to Econolodge
The 80 room hotel will include 24 suites.
EPA Clean Power Plan Met With Celebration and Resentment
Several States Planning Lawsuit Against Federal Government
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Sunscreen Still Important in Northland
Sunscreen Should be Worn During Many Outdoor Activities
Proper use of sunscreen isn’t just about choosing the right Sun Protection Factor (SPF).
Northlanders Keeping Cool Through Dog Days
Temperatures Have Been 10 to 15 Degrees Above Average
Temperatures soared into the 90s over the weekend leaving many Northlanders struggling to keep cool.
Volunteers Needed in Proctor for Bike MS TRAM
Proctor Hosts Start and Finish to 26th Annual TRAM
Hundreds of volunteers are needed to make Bike MS fundraiser a success.
Slip Bridge Breaks Again; Businesses Lose Tourism Dollars
Foot Traffic Obstacle Causes Decline in Sales
The Minnesota Slip Bridge malfunctions are negatively effecting waterfront business in Duluth.
Favre, Fans Celebrate Return to Lambeau
Quarterback was Inducted to Team Hall of Fame and had Number Retired
As Brett Favre took his place in the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame inside Lambeau Field’s Atrium, the real party took place inside the stadium itself.
Food Truck Fridays Are Back!
The Duluth Public Library kicked off Food Truck Fridays.
Sidewalk Art Festival Coming to Two Harbors
Chalk-A-Lot to Host Art Competition, Food, and Music
Two Harbors art festival celebrates use of sidewalk chalk.
Granite Gear Founder Opening New Business in Two Harbors
Dan Cruikshank to Open Bicycle and Coffee Shop
Granite Gear Co-Founder Dan Cruikshank will be opening a bicycle store and coffee shop in two harbors.
Lake County Demolishes Restaurant
Forfeited Restaurant Razed to Ready Lot for Sale
A former Hardee’s restaurant that was vacated in 2004 has been demolished in Two Harbors.
Historic Nashwauk Buildings in Danger of Coming Down
Multiple Buildings Declared Uninhabitable
A building inspector recently declared four Nashwauk buildings uninhabitable.
Minnesota League of Cities Meets in Duluth
Local Leaders Meeting for Three Days
Municipal leaders are meeting in Duluth this week to hone their skills.
Kiwanis Honor Officer and Firefighter of the Year
UMD Police Also Recognized for Service
Michael Erickson and Phil Just were honored as Duluth’s Police Officer and Firefighter of the Year, respectively.
Duluth, WLSSD Sewage Runoff Consent Decree Terminated
Repair Work Completed Nearly Two Years Ahead of Deadline
The city of Duluth and Western Lake Superior Sanitary District had until the end of next year to complete renovations to area storm water system.
Camp Invention Teaches S.T.E.M to Youngsters
Marshall School Hosting Science and Engineering Camp
Marshall School in Duluth is hosting Camp Invention this week. The week-long camp is being is dedicated to teaching students skills in the STEM fields.
11th Annual Rhubarb Fest Seeking Volunteers
Fundraising Event has Volunteer Opportunities All Week
The Rhubarb Festival is CHUM Duluth’s largest fundraising event of the year and offers volunteer opportunities all week and on Saturday.
Grandma’s Marathon Already Prepping for 2016
Prep for 40th Marathon Began Less than 24 Hours After 39th Ended
The last runners of 2015 crossed the finish line after noon on Saturday, but Grandma’s Marathon organizers were back to work by 7 a.m. Sunday.
Changes Coming to Downtown Duluth Streets
Familiar Brick Surfaces Could Become Thing of the Past
A plan to revamp utilities and the downtown streetscape could spell the end for brick streets.
