DULUTH, Minn. – This summer, an Artisan wood fired pizza truck is traveling from taproom to taproom to serve up some delicious goodness. And today they stopped by Wild State Cider. Log Home Wood Fired Pizza travels with a 7,000 pound oven to dish out specialty pizzas. Every pie is made from scratch and baked to perfection. Log Home travels…
SUPERIOR, Wis,. – The heroic men and women of the Superior Fire and Police departments, who sacrifice their lives everyday, get a chance to have some fun during this annual charity softball game. The dugout heats up as each emergency team battle it out. Both hoping to win it all, one team in particular has a strategy in mind. “Keeping…
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Some people may run marathons or travel long distances to help bring awareness to a great cause. But a Superior man is taking it a step further by committing to climb Mt. Rainier in Washington to support childhood cancer. Mt. Rainier stands nearly 15,000 feet high. At the top temperatures can become very cold even in the summer….
SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Head of the Lakes fair is a place where many memories are made. One man is continuing to help people keep making those memories. Many people say the fair is the highlight of their summer. “Its really good though because I go with my sister and my family,” said Greta Clark. It’s filled with tons of…
HERMANTOWN, Minn. – After nearly a year the Hermantown Fire Department is finally settled into two new fire stations. Back in May of 2018, the department demolished the old stations and began rebuilding the new state of the art facilities. More space was needed after they out grew the previous buildings that once stood in the same locations. Hermantown Fire…
HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Hermantown is now the home for a new restaurant. The Social House restaurant opened its doors to the public today. It will be mainly known as a traditional breakfast spot. Guests can expect a twist on popular dishes like Eggs Benedict. They can even enjoy a few healthy food options as well. fun fact the Social House…
DULUTH, Minn. – The U.S. Navy is on a mission to build a stronger bond with communities across the country. On day one of navy week in Duluth the Navy Band is connecting to the community through music. The City of Duluth received a special treat thanks to the U.S. Navy Band. Parked in the middle of the hustle and…
DULUTH, Minn. – A few sailors coordinated with a local elementary school and Duluth Parks and Recreation to clean up Park Point Beach. The sailors picked up trash and debris along the road and the beach. A few students even pitched in on the clean up efforts. One sailor says volunteers events like this one keeps the sailors and the…
DULUTH, Minn. – Fourth of July can be one of the busiest times of the year for Duluth. It draws thousands of visitors from across the country. And the increase in tourism can have its advantages for the city. Many call Duluth the “go to” place to spend their weekend on a non–holiday. “Well it’s a beautiful city. You have…
DULUTH, Minn. – This Fourth of July, we stopped by Canal Park to see whether or not people could pass an Independence Day fact test. Check out the video above to see how some people are having a little fun answering a few trivia questions. Try your luck at the fun fact test below. 1. In which city was the…
DULUTH, Minn. – Fireworks are typically the highlight of everyone’s Fourth of July. But have your ever wondered what it takes to get ready for a big fireworks display? To put on Duluth’s largest fireworks display it takes several hands and a few days of set up. Technicians spent the last couple of days setting UP racks near the lake….
DULUTH, Minn. –Â Share Advantage credit Union in Duluth fired up the grill for their annual fundraising barbecue to help raise money for Second Harvest Food Bank. For six bucks visitors could get a burger or a brat with a bag of chips. Even Root beer floats were on the menu for a cool down on such a warm day….
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Superior Meats say has been incredibly busy this week with customers pouring into get their favorite meats, just in time for some Independence Day grilling. For past week staff at have been making more than 1,000 pounds of brats a day to prep for the holiday rush. They say the steaks are also very popular this year….
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Waterfront is often a popular spot to spend the Fourth of July. And this year is no different. Crews spent most of the day building tents and setting up fencing over at Bayfront Park for the festivities. This year, the park is kicking off five straight days of fun events including Hairball and the Fourth…
ze SUPERIOR, Wis. – It’s in with the new and out with the old. The former Superior Fire station was finally torn down this week after the department moved into its new state of the art facility. Crews will spend some time sorting through debris and taking out recyclables such as iron. The bulldozed site will free up more space…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – A new fire station for the Superior Fire Department has been in the works for several years. Now they have finally moved into a new state of the art headquarters. The Superior Fire Department has now transitioned from 10,000 square feet to more than double the space. The new facility will provide a lot more room to…
DULUTH, Minn. – Where’s Waldo? Well he’s back in Duluth. Here’s your chance to find him as the iconic children’s book character visits local businesses in West Duluth and Lincoln Park. For the whole month of July participants can stop by Zenith Bookstore to pick up a “Find Waldo” passport. Visit any of the 20 participating businesses to collect stamps…
DULUTH, Minn. – Get those taste buds ready because the Rhubarb festival is one day away. An assembly line of volunteers were chopping rhubarb and baking pies for the big day at First Lutheran Church on London Road. Nearly fifty gift baskets stuffed with goodies were also set up for tomorrow’s dollar raffle. “We have about three hundred volunteers that…
DULUTH, Minn. – Harbor City Credit Union in Duluth showed a little appreciation for their customers today by offering a free Shred– It Day… Members stopped by the branch with bags of paper to drop off to the large Shred-It truck. Many members even filled large trash dumpsters with their unwanted personal documents. Harbor City Credit Union has offered the…
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Heights Community Center has been a huge staple in the community for a long time. But its fate is now in limbo and it could mean a big loss for the Duluth Heights neighborhood after the city closed part of the building, several months ago. For many years, the Duluth Heights Hockey Association has occupied space…
DULUTH, Minn. – Nearly 600 state and city officials are in Duluth this week for the League of Minnesota Cities Conference. Every year the conference provides a chance for officials to learn new ideas on how to make their communities better. They also broke into group sessions to discuss topics, such as transportation, which has a large impact on many…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Aging is a normal part of life. And as the population is growing older the Alzheimer’s Association is helping people find ways for healthier aging. The association offered a free class at Superior Public Library to share tips for better lifestyle habits. They shared research about how healthy eating and exercise can help slow down mental declines….
DULUTH, Minn. – Finding appropriate child care can be a huge obstacle for many in the Northland. But Lake Superior College is exploring options to continue providing the best possible childcare on campus for their students and staff. In late May, the college officially opened the opportunity for child care providers to submit proposals to bid for a contract with…
DULUTH, Minn – Who said sleepovers were just for kids? Well a few stuffed animals are getting their chance to spend the night at the library. Kids dropped off their favorite or even second favorite stuffed animals at the Mount Royal Library for a night of fun. The adorable toys will enjoy pizza and read stories during the sleepover. The…
DULUTH, Minn. – This summer, Zeitgeist is teaming up with a local artist to design murals for crosswalks at various Duluth Hillside intersections. A few volunteers painted the first mural of the project at 8th avenue east and 10th street. The project is geared to attract more attention to crosswalks to promote pedestrian and bike safety in local neighborhoods. The…
DULUTH, Minn. – They don’t happen very often, but emergencies airplane landings are possible almost anywhere. The Duluth International Airport and other emergency responders conducted a training exercise at Rice’s Point to practice effectively handling different emergency landing scenarios. Every three years the Federal Aviation Administration requires airports practice a hypothetical emergency response. Duluth Airport’s focus this year is to…
BARNUM, Minn. – Minnesota is home to many animal rescues. But one in Barnum is going the extra mile to exclusively to save the lives of donkeys. Save the Brays, the only donkey rescue in Minnesota, has been rescuing donkeys and mules for more than ten years to hopefully give them a new lease on life. Donkeys has always been…
CLOQUET, Minn- 34 cities in Minnesota have already adopted versions that moved the tobacco purchase age to 21. Now Carlton County is working on being added to that list. During a unique forum at Cloquet High School guests were provided information on what a possible ordinance could include and how it could be beneficial for the county. The event also…
DULUTH, Minn. – A few kindergarten and first grade students from the Congdon Park Elementary Key Zone program got a lesson on how to run a business from staff at Vitta Pizza. The kids learned how to check the temperature of the wood oven and how to roll pizza dough. The owner even gave a lesson on what it takes…
DULUTH, Minn. – Three big construction projects are high on the agenda for the summer in Duluth. One is looking to finish work already started and the others are addressing much needed updates to the city. The reconstruction of the Lakewalk has been happening for quite some time. Now the city is ready to move on to the next phase…
HAYWARD, Wis. – Every summer Musky Fest is Hayward’s largest celebration all about fishing and this year is no different. Thousands of people pack the streets of Downtown Hayward to take part in the annual celebration. “This is when our population doubles triples. You can feel it. You can feel the electricity,” said Hayward Chamber of Commerce Board Member Wade…
HAYWARD, Wis. -Musky Fest just became a little bit cuter as a few kids competed in the annual watermelon eating contest. Kids lined up according to their age group to with big slices of watermelon in hand. All hoping to be the first, they chowed down as quickly as they could. A tiny tot from Chetek, Wisconsin took home the…
DULUTH, Minn. – The perfect place to grab fresh vegetables or a pick up a quick lunch is now open for the season. The Civic Center Farmer’s Market is back for a second year. Tables of vendors lined up outside the Duluth courthouse to sell a variety of goods such as fresh produce and jewelry. The Juice Farm was also…
DULUTH, Minn. – St. Luke’s celebrated the unveiling of their $1.5 million remodeled inpatient pharmacy. The project expanded the pharmacy from about 2,500 square feet to nearly 4,000 square feet. The added room provides more workspace to help keep up with new federal health requirements. The project also included upgrading the pharmacy’s security system and adding new sterile rooms for…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – This summer, the Lake Superior Estuarium on Barker’s Island and The River Rover Playgroup welcomes toddlers from the Northland to take part in getting to know about nature. Tiny tots from the Northland spent the day wandering through gardens and trails across from the estuarium. With magnifying glasses in hand, they took a closer look at flowers…
DULUTH, Minn. – Seven years ago, the Northland was struck by a historic flash flood that destroyed cities, including Duluth. On June 19, 2012, heavy rain rolled through Duluth prompting the entire city to take cover. The next morning many woke up to damaged homes, roads and other infrastructure. More than 800 houses were assessed by the city for livability….
DULUTH, Minn. –Â A variety of age groups from around the Northland shared stories and ideas for projects used to help build inter-generational connections during a special summit in Duluth. The Age to Age program launched in 2008 with the purpose of creating a pathway to get children and young adults to engage with the older generations. Not only is…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Local leaders and business owners lined Belknap Street to witness the re–opening after orange cones became the new normal for the city for the last two years. Ground breaking for the construction project started in 2017 with hopes of bringing new life to a major road in the city. The extensive project consisted of crews repaving the…
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Police community officers coordinated with park rangers and other city staff to help clean up a few areas known to be abandoned homeless camps. Officers filled two dump trucks full with trash and debris. During the cleanup they found old couches and clothes. They also to picked up any drug needles left behind. The Duluth police…
DULUTH, Minn. – 31 year–old Darrel Mayhew will spend 20 years of his life paying for his actions, after Judge Dale Harris handed down his sentence. Mayhew represented himself in court, took a plea deal back in May. He plead guilty to the charge of second degree unintentional murder. At his sentencing those who knew Larry best filled the court…
DULUTH, Minn. – Over 100 kindergarten through sixth grade kids are learning and creating at a STEM camp at the Marshall school this week. Camp invention focuses on introducing kids to science and engineering. The kids build robots and explore circuit boards. They also learn about technology used by farms. The camp director says it may also spark a child’s…
DULUTH, Minn. – More than 500 healthcare professionals were at the DECC to address issues impacting healthcare in rural communities for the 21st Annual Minnesota Rural Health Conference. The conference served as a platform for sharing innovative solutions to improve rural healthcare. Issues such as workforce shortages and limited access to healthcare can be a few of the challenges impacting…
DULUTH, Minn. – A collection of vintage gowns were unveiled at Glensheen mansion in Duluth for a new exhibit. This summer, gowns, party dresses, and even furs of the early 1900s are being showcased at the historic estate. The vintage items are making their debut after being tucked away in the mansion for the last forty years. After a lot…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Transit Authority celebrated 50 years as the public transportation system in the twin ports. The DTA was created by the Minnesota legislature in 1969, but public transportation has been running in Duluth since the late 1800s. Over the last fifty years, the DTA has improved. Recently, the service has worked to lower its carbon footprint…
DULUTH, Minn.- On June 15th 1920 three men Elias Clayton, Elmer Jackson and Isaac Mcghie were lynched in the streets of Duluth. For the 99th anniversary hundreds gathered around the memorial in downtown Duluth dedicated to those three men. The Clayton Jackson Mcghie Memorial incorporated was formed in 2000. The memorial itself was built in 2003. Stories of what happened…
DULUTH, Minn. – Ticks are already becoming a big problem in the Midwest this year. Associate Professor Ben Clark at the University of Minnesota Duluth has taken a special interest in learning the risks of catching Lyme disease from ticks. His research found one in three ticks in this area carry the disease. Ticks are commonly found in wooded areas…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – If you like food trucks here’s your chance to get some good food and support a great cause. Walking Ministries is hosting a food truck fundraiser in Superior to help fund warming centers the Ruth house in Superior and the Esther house in Duluth. You can get hot dogs or brats for a quick lunch from the…
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Members of Local union trades volunteered their time to help build a new community garden on Oakes Avenue in Superior. The volunteers spent the day constructing a new perimeter fence around the property. The new fence will help protect the new garden from deer and other animals. This summer, volunteers are also expected help build new gardening beds….
DULUTH, Minn – A few Northland kids are freshening up their karate skills at a week long summer camp at StoneHouse Martial Arts on Belknap Street in Superior. The camp allows current students of StoneHouse to cram in 12 weeks of karate instruction into one. They go over basic techniques like kicking and punching. They even do self–defense training. “It…
DULUTH, Minn. – Nearly 200 professionals who work with kids were in Duluth for the Northland Foundation’s “Nurturing the Northland” Conference. The conference is designed to help professionals, who work with children, gain a better understanding of child trauma and behaviors. Research shows multiple adversities can determine why a child may behave or interact a certain way. “The identifiable, current…
