DULUTH, Minn. – Doctor’s offices in the Northland are also keeping busy as more parents are lining up appointments to get their kids vaccinated before the school year begins. The type of vaccinations needed varies by age, but most vaccinations are given before a child enters kindergarten. Some of the most common vaccines are measles and tetanus, but if you…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Superior School District is tackling an issue known as “period poverty.” It is a topic that impacts women and girls who may not have access to feminine products. Studies have shown one in five girls will miss school because they cannot afford feminine products. This school year students at Superior Middle and High School will now have…
DULUTH, Minn.- A $6 million project to recover remains at a Native American burial site in the Fond– Du–Lac neighborhood has been an ongoing process. After two years, the project is making progress, which means it is inching closer to an end. The project has reached a milestone. Crews have completed the search for remains within the largest piles of…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Playhouse said goodbye to nearly three hundred bright red seats in the family theater, which have been there since the 1980’s. Today those seats were up for grabs for the community to take. The seats became too old and the Playhouse could no longer replace the parts to fix them. They also were not accommodating…
DULUTH, Minn. – It’s time to work up those appetites. Jersey Mikes is hoping folks will stop in over the next two days to buy a sub to support a great cause. The sub shop is hosting a fundraiser to raise money for the Northern Lights Foundation in partnership with the Second Harvest food shelf. The goal is to get…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Senior citizens also went back to school during a program to help them learn how to use technology in their daily lives. Instructors presented ways to use smart home devices like amazon alexa or google home during the event at the superior public library. In day to day life the devices can be beneficial for seniors to…
DULUTH, Minn. – A major construction project is well underway in Lester Park, which is causing a headache due to detours. But neighbors say it will all be worth it when the project is complete. The reconstruction includes adding new sidewalks and curbs along the road. Crews will also repair concerns to the Lester River Bridge, including elevation issues. This…
SUPERIOR, Wis.- On a day filled with sightseeing and learning about Superior, a host of Japanese delegates made sure to take time to recognize someone who played a big part in helping keep the sister city relationship strong. On that tour through the city they visited the Friendship Garden in Billings Park. The garden was built in 2010 to recognize…
DULUTH, Minn.- Hartley Nature Preschool students and their families got their hands a little dirty to help spruce up the trail’s playscape. Volunteers helped add a few new elements to that area including re-purposing an old outhouse, which they are turning into a new playhouse for kids. They also removed some invasive weeds taking over the grounds in order to…
Starting tomorrow Minnesota law enforcement will amp up their Labor Day patrol to help crack down on drunk driving. It’s part of a national campaign to reach closer to zero drunk or impaired related deaths. Saint Louis County ranks fourth in the state for drunk driving related fatalities. Last year authorities reported more than 1,200 crashes by drunk drivers in…
DULUTH, Minn. – Local law enforcement is building lasting relationships by bridging the gap with the community at the Kids, Cops, and Cars event. Hundreds of families packed the lawn of Bayfront Park in Duluth for the annual event. Law enforcement pulled out the works to offer tons of activities like tug of war to keep the fun going. Kids…
DULUTH, Minn. – The University of Minnesota Medical School Duluth campus has crossed big a milestone. The university will welcome a record number of Native American medical students for the upcoming school year. A total of twelve American Indian students are on the path to becoming physicians for tribal communities. Classes don’t actually begin until next week. But these students,…
DULUTH, Minn. – A one of a kind hotel experience focused on millennials is opening in Duluth tomorrow. The 101 room Tru by Hilton is located on Central Entrance. It’s the company’s latest brand with affordable prices at around 150 dollars a night. The rooms are smaller to meet that price point. There’s plenty of extras, too, including a 24–hour…
DULUTH, Minn. – We are than two months away until Halloween, but this year may not be the same for the Chester Park neighborhood. The Haunted Cemetery, which is one of the largest neighborhood Halloween displays in the area, may soon come to end. The creator, Tom Grier, has been putting on the display for more than 30 years and…
DULUTH, Minn. – Primary day is here as multiple candidates are vying for the Duluth mayoral and city council seats. Polls across the city have been open since 7 a.m., but local election officials tell us they are dealing with very low voter turnout. One election official at a polling place on East Superior Street says it’s always been difficult…
DULUTH, Minn- At The Festival of Sail, it’s not just the tall ships that make this event a big deal, but it’s also the street performers that help bring it alive. Each tall ship, fascinating in its own right, also has an incredible story behind it. And by wandering on board visitors can help paint a picture in their minds….
DULUTH, Minn. – Ballroom dancing lessons can be hard to come by in Duluth. Now a new dance company is officially open for business. Move Dance Grow offers private lessons and group classes. Wedding parties can also take a class to learn a wedding dance routine. The owner who began pursuing the business about three years ago says the new…
DULUTH, Minn- Businesses are getting a bit of a boost thanks to tourists catching a glimpse of the ships taking over Lake Superior. A stretch of Canal Park Drive was packed with crowds of people wandering beyond the fun of the festival. And many businesses have been busy throughout the day. Tons of Sidewalk sales caught the eye of many…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Bayfront Blues Fest ended on a high note. Blue skies and warm temperatures made it the perfect day to get outside and enjoy live music. Many blues fans took this opportunity to get in those last dance moves. While a few other festival–goers lined the dock to get a glimpse at the boats and ships passing…
DULUTH, Minn. – Bayfront Blues Fest introduces fans to the who’s who of Blues and the music keeps fans moving and grooving all weekend. For more than 30 years blues fans have packed the lawn of Bayfront Park to get a taste of some soulful sounds. While bands rock the stage, some festival-goers let the music take over their bodies….
DULUTH, Minn. – The first day of school is quickly approaching for many Northland students. To help kids in need get prepared for the school year CHUM hosts its annual backpack drive but the group needs more donations. Every year CHUM works with different agencies to collect school supplies like backpacks, notebooks, and pencils. Last year the organization gave away…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Enbridge has big plans to invest millions of dollars to upgrade pipelines running through the Northland. Plans the company call the safest way to move oil and serve the region’s energy needs while many support the plans, others protested on the Nemadji river to share their concern. Protesters came out to the rally with their canoes and…
SILVER BAY, Minn – A $100 million expansion project for North Shore Mining is officially complete. This major investment is intended to help support Cleveland Cliffs goal to create large scale production of what is called low silica DR–grade iron ore pellets. The company is optimistic about the new opportunities this expansion can bring. Cleveland– Cliffs celebrated the completion of…
DULUTH, Minn. – Prowling can happen anywhere and anytime. Leaving your any type of valuables in your car can seriously put it at risk. Your car can sometimes feel like your home away from home. It is often very easy to keep items in your vehicle assuming everything will be there when you return. Keeping items like a purse or…
DULUTH, Minn. – A little girl from Saint Cloud is getting her wish granted while on a special trip to Duluth, which was made possible by the Minnesota-based organization wishes and more. Six year-old Lillian Johannes was diagnosed with acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. But Lillian has focused on the future like her dream to become a veterinarian. Today that wish came…
DULUTH, Minn. – Who doesn’t love rainbows and unicorns. Well a few campers sewed some magical treasures at a four day camp hosted by Sew Duluth. Young, beginner to advanced sewers used their creative minds to stitch away on the sewing machine They made tote bags and pillows covered in rainbow and unicorns. Over the years hand arts have been…
DULUTH, Minn. – Residents celebrated the grand opening of Quarry Park in West Duluth. The new park features new multi-use trails that lead through Skyline Parkway. A nine hole disc golf course is open for the community to play. And it is also the newest playground for avid rock climbers. Organizers say the project was a long time coming since…
DULUTH, Minn. – Concert goers packed Bayfront Festival Park to celebrate the city on the hill music festival. The two day christian music concert features a lineup of headline acts like Skillet and Bethel Music. This is the fifth year for the annual festival. It draws nearly five thousand visitors from across the United States to the Northland over the…
DULUTH, Minn. – Friday marked the 29th anniversary since the American Disabilities Act was implemented in the United States. The organization Access North Independent Living hosted a concert in the park celebration to commemorate the day. The ADA was enacted in 1990 to better improve accessibility for people with disabilities. The anniversary celebration is another way for the ADA community…
DULUTH, Minn. – In between responding to calls Duluth police set up shop looking for drivers on their phones. Authorities scouted throughout the city and put most of their focus on finding hands free violators at major intersections. At last report, Duluth Police stopped more than five vehicles for texting and driving. Lucky for those motorists, they got away with…
DULUTH, Minn. – Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore has opened a new research facility, geared towards American Indian health, right here in Duluth This comes after a prominent UMD researcher left the medical school to start a new partnership with Johns Hopkins University. The Center for American Indian health for the university has multiple hubs across the united states, primarily…
DULUTH, Minn. – Spirit Valley days in West Duluth kicked off with its annual parade down Grand Avenue. The parade drew hundreds of families from the area to stop by and watch. Schools, businesses, and organizations took part in the parade A few politicians also road through the festivities and the Shriners came through doing tricks in vintage cars. “Its…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Damiano Center’s Community Kitchen serves nearly 400 people every weekend, which means they could always use more helping hands. The Community Kitchen is looking for volunteers to help with prepping and serving food during each meal, as well as cleaning up afterward. The Damiano Center typically asks for two volunteers for each meal but more are…
DULUTH, Minn. – Local bands belted out some tunes for the final Concert on the Pier at Glensheen Mansion for the summer. Folks in kayaks, boats, and even a flamingo float crowded the pier for front row seat to the jam session. And other relaxed under the trees in their lawn chairs. Glensheen brought in more food trucks this week…
DULUTH, Minn. – Summer is normally a busy time for The Duluth Animal Control Shelter to take in stray animals. But this time around it’s a little bit busier. The shelter is at its capacity due to an overflow of cats. And now they are on the hunt to find forever homes for these furry friends. The cages at the…
DULUTH, Minn. – Everything from fresh fruits and veggies were up for sale Tuesday at the Hillside Farmers Market in Duluth. Shoppers could also pick up flower bouquets. Even a few craft vendors were selling specialty goods like bath soaps and ceramic dishes. The Seeds to Success program runs both the Hillside and Lincoln Park farmers market to help people…
DULUTH, Minn. – West Duluth is getting ready to celebrate 40 years of Spirit Valley Days. The fun kicks off Thursday with the big parade at 6 p.m. at Grand Avenue and 59th Avenue West. Then on Friday night, people will be jammin’ to the Rockstar Roadshow concert with headline Virgil Caine during the popular street dance at Memorial Park….
Oliver, Wis. – A local bar in Wisconsin is once again raising money for veterans in Need. This Saturday, El Dorado Bar and grill will be hosting a full day of festivities to benefit veterans. Guests can join in on the fun for the Fourth annual Walk for the fallen or horseshoe tournament. 100% of the proceeds will go to…
DULUTH, Minn. – About 30 second through six grade kids discovered their voices during the Lake Superior Youth Chorus camp at First Lutheran Church today. This year’s camp theme is inspired by the award winning film The Greatest Showman. The kids get an introduction to musical skills and practices. But they don’t sing all day long. They also get to…
DULUTH, Minn. – Have you ever encountered a “slow poke” in the passing lane that just wouldn’t get out of the way? Well you’re in luck. You might get some relief from those “slow pokes” thanks to a new Minnesota law. The “Left Lane” law targets those drivers clogging up what is supposed to be the passing lane by driving…
DULUTH, Minn. – A new policy change in Minnesota will soon regulate electronic cigarettes and vapes more like traditional cigarettes. The change will place a ban on using of these products in most indoor workplaces and public spaces. Starting August 1st, e–cigarettes and vape use will no longer be allowed in restaurants, bars, and most other indoor public places in…
DULUTH, Minn. – To Kick off All Pints North Fest weekend brewers from across Minnesota were at the DECC for the 8th Annual Minnesota Brewers Conference. Brewers had the chance to hear from national and local guest speakers from the brewing industry. During the breakout sessions attendees learned more about brewing operations, marketing, and much more. In total, the event…
SUPERIOR, Wis.- A few golfers squeezed in some tee time at Nemadji Golf Course in Superior, while also supporting a good cause and rocking some of their wackiest socks. The Center Against Sexual and Domestic Abuse hosted its 8th Annual Socks for Survivors Golf Scramble. The annual event was created to bring attention to the fact that some survivors flee…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Bows are ready and targets are set. BowFest, the largest Archery and outdoor festival is back at the Mont Du Lac Resort in Superior. For the next four days archers will get a chance to roam the hills of the resort to hit some targets. During Bowfest, Mont Du Lac turns into an amusement park for archers…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Guests of the Bow fest were some of the first to enjoy a few new changes made to the Mont Du Lac Resort. The resort added new log cabins that can be rented for the summer. Each cabin can accommodate up to ten people. There is also a RV park that can fit more than twenty five…
HERMANTOWN, Minn. – A former lumber supply store owner is under investigation for allegedly ripping off customers. He’s accused of stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars. Hermantown Lumber Company had been in business for almost 50 years. In June, the owner Gerald Sundquist stopped operations. And many customers say he closed without fulfilling orders they already paid for. The Hermantown…
DULUTH, Minn. – A growing number of passengers are choosing to fly in and out of the Duluth international airport. Officials recently reported the number of people that have use the airport jumped by more than five percent in the last quarter. Five percent might not sound like a lot, but in 2018, nearly 50,000 people flew with the Duluth…
The Women in Manufacturing networking group at USG Corporation in Cloquet is stepping up to lend a hand to those in need. This year during their annual forum the ladies teamed up with the American Red Cross to provide hygiene products to men and women who may need them. More than 50 women assembled 250 hygiene kits. Each kit contains…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Stand Against Child Abuse Conference draws hundreds from all over Minnesota. For the fifth annual event in Duluth the conference is hoping to help people better serve children dealing with abuse situations. One in ten children across the nation experience physical or sexual abuse in their lifetime. . This year’s theme for the conference is to…
DULUTH, Minn. – Getting fresh seafood in the Northland can be tough sometimes. But one unique truck made its way back to the Northland. Galveston–based Fabian Seafood has been traveling throughout Minnesota for more than 40 years. A few times a year the seafood truck parks at Copasetic Lounge in Duluth to sell some of their finest seafood. And once…
