Author: Nachai Taylor

Canal Park Brewing Brings Home The Gold And Bronze From Best Of Craft Beer Awards

This is the eighth award Canal Park Brewing has won within the last year.

DULUTH, Minn. – Canal Park Brewing in Duluth is toasting after getting some major recognition for their beer. The brewery recently took home the gold and bronze from the Best of Craft Beer Awards, which was held in Oregon. The competition is the third largest of its kind and recognizes breweries from around the world. Staff at Canal Park Brewing…

Residents Express Concern About Husky Energy’s Flare Tower Scare

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Husky Energy in Superior was evacuated Thursday after a flare stack at the refinery was seen rocking back and forth. It created some concern that the stack would fall. A portion of Stinson Road leading to the refinery remains closed as a precaution. Husky officials are looking further into why the stack moved so much in the…

The Lake Superior Zoo Hosts Annual “Community Day”

The Duluth "Community Days" are celebrated by other tourist attractions such as the Great Lakes Aquarium and the Duluth Depot.

DULUTH, Minn. – The Lake Superior Zoo hosted it’s annual Community Day to say thank you to Duluthians and other supporters of the popular tourist attraction. Visitors received the great perk of free admission to explore the zoo. They had the chance to learn more about their nearly 150 species of animals and also a few new additions like Taj…

Congressman Pete Stauber Meets With Duluth School Board To Discuss Special Education Challenges

DULUTH, Minn. – Special education needs in public schools have risen drastically over the years, not just in Minnesota, but nationally. Congressman Pete Stauber sat down with the Duluth School Board to hear some of the special education challenges impacting our schools. Funding to support special education needs was promised long ago by the federal government to help offset costs,…

Birkie Preps Are Well Underway For This Weekend

HAYWARD, Wis. – The town of Hayward is already beginning to transform and the excitement is building as everyone gets ready for the 46th Annual American Birkebeiner The cross-country ski race is one of the largest of its kind in North America. It typically draws tens of thousands of people including spectators and experienced skiers from around the world to…

It’s National Drink Wine Day!

DULUTH, Minn – Here’s a reminder to grab yourself a glass of your favorite wine today. It’s National Drink Wine Day. It’s not to be confused with National Wine Day which is celebrated in May. Today’s unofficial holiday celebrates those who just like to enjoy a glass of wine. But those lovers can take it a step further by making…

UMD Students Challenge Others To Detox From Devices

DULUTH, Minn – On average people spend between eight to 10 hours a day on their phones. With technology consuming so much of our day to day lives, it may be hard to let go and take a break from those devices. Now a group of University of Minnesota Duluth students is challenging others to take a pledge for a…

The Number Of Flu Cases In Northland Jump From Last Year

Experts say flu cases are up by 15% for this season.

DULUTH, Minn. – The Northland is really taking a hit with the influenza virus. Schools and senior living facilities are some of the places that are experiencing a widespread outbreak. Healthcare providers say the number of cases is up by 15% from last year. There are three strains of the Influenza Virus, but most commonly people get the “A” or…

At Sara’s Table Reopens After Week Long Renovations

DULUTH, Minn – The popular restaurant At Sara’s Table in Duluth has reopened after closing for more than a week while undergoing renovations. The restaurant added a few new bathrooms and an upstairs conference space, which can hold up to 30 people. Most notably, there is a new re-designed french-inspired professional kitchen. The new set up is more open giving…

UMD Plans To Sell Campus Radio Station To Local Public Television Station

DULUTH, Minn. – The University of Minnesota Duluth has agreed to sell its radio station to the parent company that runs Duluth’s PBS station, WDSE. The university has owned and operated its campus radio station for more than 60 years. According to an agreement, the Duluth- Superior Area Educational Television corporation is expected to purchase the radio station for $175,000….

Tiny Tots Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Little Neetchers

DULUTH, Minn. – A few tiny tots had a little valentine’s day fun of their own at Little Neetchers in West Duluth. The toddlers enjoyed plenty of fun activities including tons of playtime in the store’s play area. They also made crafts and even got their hands on a few tasty treats. The owner says on special holidays like Valentine’s…

U. S. Census Hosts Open House To Recruit For Open Positions

The available jobs have a pay rate of up to $24 an hour.

DULUTH, Minn. – There are four more weeks left until the 2020 Census data collection process begins. The Census wants to get nearly 2,500 applicants in St. Louis County. The bureau has now reached around 75% of that goal. The Duluth-area Census office is responsible for filling jobs in nearly 50 counties in Northern Minnesota. The goal is to recruit…

American Airlines Plans To Leave The Duluth International Airport

DULUTH, Minn. – One day after Duluth Airport officials celebrated the expansion of flights from Delta, we’re learning American Airlines is packing up to leave DLH. On April 28, the major airline will discontinue its two daily non-stop flights between Duluth and Chicago’s O’Hare Airport. American joined Delta and United in Duluth just last year. A spokeswoman for the Duluth…

Preschoolers Make The Most Of The Subzero Temperatures

DULUTH, Minn – Even with temperatures hitting below zero, the cold weather didn’t hold back preschool students at the Hartley Nature Center from exploring and playing outdoors. On these freezing cold days teachers at the Hartley Nature Center follow windchill charts from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration to determine exactly how long they can stay outside. Before heading out…

Three Orphaned Cougar Kittens Rescued By Wildcat Sanctuary In Sandstone

SANDSTONE, Minn – Three orphaned cougar kittens are getting a second chance at life. The Wildcat Sanctuary in Sandstone recently rescued those kittens. In their short lives, the four-month-old cubs have been on a journey. In January, two of them were found under the deck of a home in Washington state, while the third was captured a day later. It…

The Duluth City Council Could Vote To Approve Funding For The Demolition Of The Old Kozy Building

DULUTH, Minn. – The city council could also vote tonight to approve nearly $150,000 to move forward with the demolition of the old Kozy building in downtown Duluth. The fate of the building has been involved in an ongoing legal battle between the city and the former owner Eric Ringsred along with a group called “Respect Starts Here.” A district…

Giant Teddy Bear Made Out Of Snow In Hermantown Catches Some Attention

The Johnson family sculpted a snowman in 2005 that stood nearly 25 feet high.

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – A 16-foot teddy bear made out of snow in Hermantown is stealing a few hearts The giant bear was created by a Hermantown couple along with the help of a few neighbors. It goes by the name Theodore. The creation of the heart hugging bear began on Christmas Eve and took nearly six weeks to finish. The…

Flowers Shop Are Busy Getting Prepared For Valentine’s Day.

DULUTH, Minn. – Valentine’s Day is one week away and local flower shops are getting ready for one of their busiest holidays. Engwall Florist and Gifts in Duluth have already started stocking up on new decorative vases and balloons. Searching for the right floral bouquet can be overwhelming. No need to worry, the shop has a full menu of arrangements…

Winterfest Kicks Off This Weekend In Carlton

CARLTON, Minn. – Are you having cabin fever and looking for some fun to let loose? The City of Carlton’s Winterfest has got you covered this weekend. Visitors can take part in a variety of activities such as open hockey at the Four Season’s Sports Complex Arena in Carlton. There is even a mini Hook and Slice course, which is…

Whole Food’s Co-op Raises Over $11,000 For Life House

The Whole Foods Co-op has been able to raise a quarter-million dollars for local organizations.

DULUTH, Minn. – The generosity from customers at both Whole Foods Co-op locations in Duluth has helped raise more than $11,000 for the local organization Life House. On Tuesday, at the Denfeld Location, Co-op staff presented the large check to representatives from Life House. For the whole month of January, Co-op customers have been rounding up the cost of their…

Community Leaders Meet With State Politicians Ahead Of Legislative Session

DULUTH, Minn. – State-elected officials and local leaders came together, at the CHUM food shelf in Duluth, for a legislature send-off to discuss the needs and issues impacting the community. Clergy and community organization directors were among those at the table with state leaders hoping to come up with longterm solutions. The legislature send-off has been happening for several years….

City Asks Residents To Remove Snow And Ice Blocking Gas Meters

DULUTH, Minn. – Now that there is a break from a significant snowstorm, the City of Duluth is asking residents to remove snow and ice blocking their gas meters and exhaust vents used for furnaces or dryers. The extra snow from this year has caused damage to meters and forced other equipment to not function properly because of the lack…

A Trend To Steal Valuable Car Parts Causes Financial Burden For A Local Community Club

The Boys and Girls Club will have to shell out more than $1,500 just to fix one of their vehicles.

DULUTH, Minn. – Valuable parts are being stolen out of parked cars in Duluth’s Lincoln Park neighborhood. The recent trend is creating a financial burden for a local community club that relies on the use of vehicles to serve kids in Duluth. The Boys and Girls Club in Lincoln Park is the victim of that recent trend to steal car…

New Cloquet City Administrator Settles In

CLOQUET, Minn. – Cloquet’s new city administrator is settling into his role after being selected for the job back in November. Tim Peterson, who officially took over a little more than two weeks ago, comes to Cloquet with a wide range of experience. He previously held the title of City Administrator for Moose Lake. Before taking the role in Moose…

Carlton County Seeks $40 Million For A New Jail

CARLTON, Minn. – Carlton County is seeking nearly $40 million from local option sales tax to build a new jail. This comes after an aging facility and the growing inmate population is creating a need for more space. It has caught the attention of the Minnesota Department of Corrections, which is recommending the facility close its doors if a solution…

Volunteers Help Restore North Shore Scenic Railroad Train Cars

DULUTH, Minn. – This winter, volunteers have been hard at work restoring train cars from the North Shore Scenic Railroad. One of the first projects on the list involves volunteers spending time bringing back the historic elements of the Empire Builder Dining Car… Some of the tasks involve repairing a paint job for the roof of the car along with…

Business is Growing For Landline Bus Service

"Month to month the buses are getting more and more full," said General Manager Scott Wright.

DULUTH, Minn. – It’s been more than six months since the bus company Landline launched it’s direct bus service from Duluth to the Minneapolis- St. Paul Airport. And Northlander’s are really taking advantage of all that the company offers. In November Landline started a partnership with Sun Country Airlines. It served as an opportunity to give Duluth residents an easier…

Twin Cities Non-Profit Partners With Duluth Public Schools To Test Students For Lead

Symptoms are often misdiagnosed as Attention Deficit Disorder.

DULUTH, Minn. – A Twin Cities non-profit is partnering with Duluth Public Schools to help protect young people by testing them for lead poisoning. The use of lead was banned in Minnesota more than 40 years ago. However, studies have shown there are still a large number of older homes in the state, where lead can often be found. There…

A New Medical Center Specializing in Regenerative Medicine Opens In Duluth

DULUTH, Minn. – A new medical center has opened in Duluth. Novus Health Solutions is Duluth’s first regenerative medical center aiming to provide alternatives to how people receive healthcare. Regenerative medicine is a brand new approach used to help the body repair itself. With the use of this type of medicine, this new medical facility may give people the chance…

Fans Are On The Hunt For Kobe Bryant Jerseys and Memorabilia

"People are just shocked. It's shocking, " said Store Manager Burt Crow.

DULUTH, Minn. – After the tragic loss of the iconic NBA star Kobe Bryant, fans have been on the hunt for jerseys and memorabilia. Staff at Pro Image Sports Shop in Miller Hill Mall say after the news broke, fans were stopping into the store looking for anything Kobe. The store had already sold out of its stock of Kobe’s…

The North Shore Federal Credit Union’s Second Duluth Branch Head For Lincoln Park

The Lincoln Park branch is slated to open in June.

DULUTH, Minn. – The North Shore Federal Credit Union will soon be expanding into Lincoln Park. The new branch is expected to take over the former Taco Arcada restaurant, which closed its doors in December. The credit union opened its first Duluth location more than a year ago and this new addition will be the seventh location for the financial…

FedEx Warns Consumers Not To Fall For The Latest Text Scam

DULUTH, Minn. – The text you may have received from FedEx asking you to set your preferences for a package delivery may seem legit at first, but it could actually be a scam. FedEx is warning folks not to fall for the latest trick trying to get personal information from consumers. The text message includes a bogus tracking number and…

King Of Creams Planning To Open A Second Location In Hermantown

The new restaurant is expected to be open next month.

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – King of Creams restaurant in Duluth, is expanding its business with a second location in Hermantown. Customers can expect to have all the same menu items such as their famous burgers, Philly cheesesteaks, and ice cream to be sold at the new location. The Hermantown restaurant will provide more room to accommodate double the seating capacity as…