DULUTH, Minn- Election day is only six weeks away. Campaigns for local elected offices have been in full force over the last few months. and today the Duluth Chamber of Commerce gave the public an opportunity to hear from those candidates during an open forum. Duluth school board, city council, and mayoral candidates who participated in the forum were asked…
DULUTH, Minn. – It’s national voters registration day. For the third consecutive year the University of Duluth hosted their Voterpalooza event. The Minnesota Public Interest Research Group collaborated with other student organizations such as the political science association to promote voter registration. Students learned where else they can register and where to find polling locations. Every year, the goal of…
DULUTH, Minn. – West Duluth residents will soon have to say goodbye the Merritt Park Community Center. Starting this week, residents can expect to see workers preparing to tear down the center. Over the years, the building has deteriorated. City officials say it would cost nearly three quarters of a million dollars in maintenance and upgrades. The demolition is part…
DULUTH, Minn. – Minnesota Department of Health stopped by the American Red cross to discuss how to better communicate about public health incidents. The department even offered information on how they can help respond to incidents like an infectious disease outbreak or a flood. The department says they like to build up strong partnerships with the local organizations around the…
DULUTH, Minn. – Fall is here, which means winter is on the horizon. Now many physicians are reminding folks it is never too early to get a flu shot. The flu is one of the most common illnesses people get during the winter months. Doctors advise getting a flu shot to prevent it. Every year, it is recommended everyone get…
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Wisconsin Point in Superior went through a $1. 5 million restoration project. After three years, the popular attraction is now fully open to the public. Today, the City of Superior held a ribbon cutting to reintroduce it to everyone. Wisconsin Point is a nearly 250 acre peninsula with a large habitat and beaches. This restoration project is part…
DULUTH, Minn. – Hundreds of health professionals filled the DECC in Duluth for the annual Minnesota Medical Association conference. Attendees participated in open forums. Multiple health vendors were available to share information on different services. Every year, the conference is a way for doctors and other health professionals to get together to discuss problems in medicine. One major issue is…
DULUTH, Minn. – The very first 9–hole disc golf course is now open at the Superior Municipal Forest. The free course is located in the area of the former archery range. It expands to the ski trails to give more of a challenge. Superior already has a 6–hole course and it has been getting a lot of use from players….
DULUTH, Minn. – An new restaurant has opened in Duluth, but it’s not the traditional restaurant you may be thinking of. Bowls to go is a virtual restaurant designed to be “delivery–only”. the restaurant will offer more than five different mac and cheese bowls along with other specialities. Owner Rick Lampton, who also owns 310 Pub and 7 West, says…
DULUTH, Minn. – Members of the St. Louis River Alliance and several volunteers paddled over to Clough Island in Duluth today to plant wild rice seeds to help promote growth. The estuary has been on a list of areas of concern by the EPA and this wild rice restoration project will help remove the estuary from that list by 2025….
DULUTH, Minn. – The Lake Superior Zoomobile made a stop today at the University of Wisconsin- Superior Library. A tortoise, a tarantula, and a few other animals went along for the ride. Visitors had the opportunity to pet and interact with the animals. Zoo staff were also available to give the visitors a lesson about the wildlife ambassadors. “We can…
DULUTH, Minn. – Housing continues to be a big issue in Duluth, but a new housing option is on the way for seniors on London Road next to the Ecumen Lake Shore Community. And today Developers broke ground on the new property. Zvago Lake Superior is a cooperative housing unit where residents can still have ownership, but not the usual…
DULUTH, Minn. – Sky Harbor Airport in Park Point will receive a nearly $1 million grant from the Department of Transportation to finish phase three of the runway reconstruction project. Congressman Pete Stauber recently announced funding was also allocated for Falls International Airport, which will receive more than $15 million for runway reconstruction. Sky Harbor’s runway has been undergoing a…
DULUTH, Minn. – The City of Duluth is inviting developers and business owners to join their new Coffee and Conversation series to learn more about building code requirements. The upcoming series is geared towards those interested in rehabbing or expanding an existing facility. It will go over what it would take to get a building up to code including fire…
SAGINAW, Minn – The Northeast Regional Corrections Center in Saginaw is seeking more funding from the state to help make improvements to their campus. Today they gave a special tour to several state representatives visiting the area with hopes of getting them on board to grant the funding for the repairs. NERCC has a total of 42 buildings on their…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – It’s been about a week since students have been back on campus. and many local employers are jumping at the opportunity to reach out to students to fill job openings. Students could check out more than one hundred booths at this year’s fest. Director of Academic Advising Cortney Alexander-Doyle says “It’s so much fun. It’s a little…
DULUTH, Minn. – September 9th marks the 158th anniversary of the arrival of the William Crooks locomotive in Minnesota. The steam train now resides in the lake superior railroad museum at the depot. It was the first locomotive on the Minnesota Pacific, which was the very first railroad connecting the twin cities to the West Coast. The locomotive was named…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Adas Israel Synagogue has served the community for more than a century. Mixed emotions are the overwhelming reaction from many people on the tragic loss of this historical structure. One resident, who lives next door, says loud the sirens woke her up. She was shocked to see the building in flames. “This little shack was inflamed….
DULUTH, Minn. – The University of Minnesota Duluth is nearly finished with their $2 million renovation project of Ordean Court, to make it the center piece of the campus. Ordean Court is surrounded by Marshall Performing Arts and the Tweed Museum of Art buildings. Over the years it was used as driveway where people would drop students off. But now…
DULUTH, Minn. – It is not uncommon for many firefighters to gain much of their experience from real life scenarios faced on the job. But the Duluth Fire Department is ensuring their firefighters are prepared beforehand. This week Duluth firefighters have been going through realistic training to learn how to better handle job duties like search and rescue. Essentia Health…
DULUTH, Minn. – Have you ever wished the poop fairy would magically appear to pick up after your dog on daily walks? Well the Regional Stormwater Protection Team is reminding dog owners that the poop fairy does not exist. The RSP team recently released a playful PSA, starring the Non–Poop Fairy, to help educate the community on how dog waste…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Water quality was a big topic as Wisconsin lawmakers visited the University of Wisconsin– Superior to discuss ways of protecting water quality. A special task force joined those lawmakers to hear the community input on how to better improve water quality in Wisconsin. The Speaker’s Task Force on Water Quality has been on a statewide tour to…
DULUTH, Minn. – The College of St. Scholastica celebrated the start of the academic year today by hosting their annual convocation ceremony. The annual celebration is one more way to welcome new students to campus. This year the college brought back alumni from years past including members of the Saints Heritage Club, which are alumni that graduated at least 50…
DULUTH, Minn. – The William A. Irvin has been docked at the Fraser Shipyards in Superior for more than a month to undergo planned corrosion repairs. but after further assessment of the vessel additional damage was discovered. Officials say rivets on the bottom were found to also be corroded. They say about 250 rivets were inspected, which is only one…
DULUTH, Minn. – Big changes are happening at Lake Superior Zoo in Duluth. A nearly one million dollar transformation is now underway. Construction crews officially began renovating a structure that has been around since 1930. It will be transformed into a habitat with three exhibits. The new habitat will be the home for a few new animals. “The key to…
DULUTH, Minn – The St. Louis County Board and the community came together to celebrate the work being done to support those suffering from addiction and those in recovery. The board officially proclaimed September as Recovery month. Public health officials say a lot of time has been spent trying to educate the community about substances and issues with substances. They…
DULUTH, Minn. – The city of Duluth is taking a new approach to helping the community to have more access to library books. Duluth Mayor Emily Larson announced Duluth public libraries are going fine free. Books will be checked out as normal and will still have a due date. But anyone who returns a late book will no longer be…
Condemned and blighted homes are causing some concern for many neighborhoods around Duluth. Many are falling apart and neighbors are reacting to the possible harm these buildings can cause. One in particular on 16th Avenue East has sat vacant for nearly five years. The eyesore has been deteriorating for quite some time. Over the weekend, the building finally gave way….
DULUTH, Minn. – Campgrounds across the Northland were packed with campers over the long weekend. At Indian Point Campground in Duluth people from near and far parked their trailers and pitched tents for one last summer activity. Labor day is one of the busiest times of the year for Indian Point. Staff say they were completely booked and had to…
DULUTH, Minn. – Labor Day is a time to recognize the men and women across the country who drive our workforce. That that message was very clear at this annual picnic. Workers from different industries and their families came together at bayfront park to take part in the celebration. The free community event offered folks the chance to enjoy hot…
DULUTH, Minn. – UMD’s Large Lakes Observatory Vessel, Blue Heron, docked in the Twin Ports harbor to give visitors a tour of the ship. The vessel travels to the Great lakes about ten months out of the year to focus on how the climate can make an impact on them. On the tour guests got a chance to check out…
DULUTH, Minn. – Move in day was celebrated at the College of St. Scholastica today. The college cheerfully welcomed nearly five hundred students and their families. Students already on campus gave a hand with getting the new students settled in. We caught up with a mom and dad who said its exciting but also bittersweet to drop off another child…
DULUTH, Minn. – Labor Day is the unofficial end of summer. And many travelers are packing up to hit the road for one last vacation. Good news for them gas prices are likely to be the lowest they’ve be in years for the holiday weekend. AAA says the current average price for gas in the U.S is around 2.57. That’s…
ASHLAND, Wis. – New Day Advocacy Center has been a safe haven for nearly 10,000 victims since opening 30 years ago. And with a more space they are hopeful to provide comfort for more victims. The brand new facility is a big step up from its current location. The soon to be former facility is a nearly 2,000 square foot…
What better way to make most of your lunch break than doing some Latin dancing. Today, Move Dance Grow served up some lessons for a midday dance session. Every Wednesday, folks can stop by to spice up their day with a little Latin flavor. Each week is different and people can learn techniques from popular dances like Salsa and Cha…
DULUTH, Minn. – A new boutique, better yet, a Brew–tique hotel will soon open in Canal Park. The historic Endion Station has been undergoing a big transformation to become the next vacation hot spot. The former pub, now known as “Endion Station Inn,” will have five uniquely decorated hotel rooms with king and queen size beds. Each room will be…
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Winter is right around the corner. Soon warming centers in the Twin Ports will be packed with people seeking warm shelter from those very cold nights. But before that happens, the Ruth House warming center in Superior is making some big changes. It is moving to a bigger location soon, which will help more people when the temperatures…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin– Superior kicked off day one of move– in days for the fall semester. About 100 new students arrived on campus early Tuesday as u–w–s move in crews welcomed the students with open arms. They were also on hand to help students and their families get their things into the residence halls. Some students…
SUPERIOR, Wis – Husky Energy has applied for several air pollution permits through the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. But some people in the community have remained concerned about what will happen when Husky becomes fully operational again. The DNR has already completed a preliminary review of the permit applications, but the agency wants to hear the community input before…
DULUTH, Minn. -Many colleges and universities in the Twin Ports have already welcomed thousands of students back to campus. Thanks to the return of thousands of students many businesses in the area are already feeling the impacts. Many students at University of Minnesota Dulut have already been on campus for a few days now. “I love school so it’s a…
DULUTH, Minn. – Lake Superior College also welcomed students back for their first day of classes. Free treats were offered to help students meet others on campus. LSC staff were also on hand to help students find their way to class. “You can tell there is some excitement but a little bit of nervousness, but at the same time you…
DULUTH, Minn. – A new flight service to Denver could be added to the Duluth Airport’s schedule in the future. Airport officials have applied for a grant through the department of transportation to help fund the western hub. The grant is worth $750,000. An additional 250,000 will come from local businesses that would benefit from the Denver flight. The total…
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth’s NorShor Theater is on a national search to find an artistic director. The newly added position is part of the expansion plans at the Duluth Playhouse. Now, Executive director Christine Seitz also plays the role of NorShor Artistic Director. But as the Playhouse continues to grow, the organization felt it was time to divide the roles….
DULUTH, Minn.- Members of the Minnesota Department of Public Safety have been traveling around the state on a listening tour to get community input. The DPS is conducting these listening sessions to answer the question of what type of men and women should be hired to increase the level of trust in law enforcement On this tour The DPS has…
HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Drivers may have noticed something missing from the National Weather Service site in Hermantown. Crews spent most of the day removing the large white dome to replace the radar’s pedestal with a newly refurbished one. The pedestal is what helps move the radar in multiple directions to get weather coverage of about 200 miles. The National Weather…
HERMANTOWN, Minn – Arrowhead Auto Body in Hermantown is giving back to those in need through the Recycled Rides Program by the National Auto Body Council. Today, they handed over the keys to a newly refurbished 2013 Ford Escape to a deserving veteran. Arrowhead partnered with the Disabled American Veterans to find a recipient. Countless hours and nearly 10 thousand…
DULUTH, Minn. – A series of military tribute paintings created by a Minnesota artist are now complete. The St. Louis County Historical Society unveiled the last of the five paintings honoring the men and women of each branch of the military. This final 8 by 10 foot painting depicts the stories of those who dedicated their lives to the Airforce,…
Duluth police were also on campus working with the UMD police department to help ensure everyone’s safety. In the past, some rowdy behavior have interrupted previous move–in days at the college. Young adults have been known to sit drinking alcohol on lawns of homes in the neighborhood. But this year, the Duluth Police Department gave out warning letters to about…
DULUTH, Minn.- Move in day is an exciting time as the parents are dropping their kids off and these new Bulldogs start their journey on campus On this busy day cars lined up outside Lake Superior and Griggs residence Halls. Each car filled to the top, has the essentials every newbie could ever need to get through the school year….
SUPERIOR, Wis. – The All of Us Journey Bus, which is a traveling research exhibit, made its first stop in the Twin Ports at the Superior YMCA. This is part of a national tour to help bring awareness to their research program. The all of us research program is not like a typical clinical trial research study. It is an…
