SUPERIOR, Wisc- In the spirit of giving, Duluth’s Flower Farm is donating Christmas trees to families who may need one, at their pop-up shop in Superior. All are welcome to stop by and pick a tree free of charge or even have it delivered to their home. As a gesture the company is giving back by helping families who may…
DULUTH, Minn.- Record breaking travel is expected for Minnesota according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation. Now Northland travelers are preparing for a busy travel weekend. Thousands of travelers are getting ready to hit the roads as Christmas will be approaching very soon. MNDOT says more people are choosing to drive to get to their holiday destinations, this year,…
Lester Park students brought holiday cheer to those at Essentia today… About 40 trees and gifts were donated to patients for the 16th Annual Giving Tree Project. Students raised about $2,000 by doing more chores to purchase the donations. The trees are decorated with homemade ornaments and inspiring messages. The project teaches the children about giving. “It is so cool…
DULUTH, Minn.-Two organizations have hit a milestone in their efforts to end veteran homelessness in the northeast region of Minnesota. The Minnesota assistance council for veterans (MAC–V) and the Northeast Continuum of Care (CoC) is celebrating the accomplishment of finding housing for all the veterans on their wait list in the northeast region of Minnesota. It is estimated that…
DULUTH, Minn.- Some health experts say it takes 21 days to form a habit and now the Downtown YMCA is offering the Northland community a chance to become members so they can develop the habit of health. Starting December 26th the YMCA is waiving the joining fee and the first month membership fee for those who wish to sign…
DULUTH, Minn.-The Duluth Heights Community Club hosted its Christmas party during one of their weekly play gym program days. Quite a few toddlers got down and dirty making some holiday crafts and having a good time playing with toys and games. They even had a visit from Santa. Organizers said events like this allow parents and children to bond with…
DULUTH, Minn.- A big fix up continues for the Lakewalk in Duluth and this includes some major changes. Three big storms over the last year caused major structural damage to the Lakewalk but the repairs are taking shape. After suffering severe storm damage the Lakewalk is making headway as construction crews continue to repair 350 feet of shoreline during…
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Over the last two weeks 9th grade students at Superior High School have been raising money for their 4th annual charity event, to benefit the salvation army toy drive. The organization was presented with a check for more than $800 from the fundraising efforts. The students were awarded for their good deed with a dodge ball tournament…
DULUTH, Minn.- New Year’s Eve is becoming one of the safest holidays in Minnesota. According to officials awareness of drunk driving has helped aid in the process. Now the city of Duluth is partnering with the Duluth Transit Authority and other organizations for their free ride campaign during the holiday. Beginning at 5 pm on New Year’s Eve the…
DULUTH, Minn.- Last month, the city of Hermantown approved to raise the minimum tobacco purchase age to 21 and now some Duluth City Councilors want to do the same. Supporters of this idea believe young people using tobacco is becoming an epidemic and this proposal will begin the process to reverse the statistics. Back in June, the city…
DULUTH, Minn.- A big premiere happened in Duluth at The Marshall School, showcases a screening of a movie that was filmed in their building about a year ago. Students of all ages piled in to the auditorium excited to see the feature film that is bringing so much attention to their school. The Marshall school hosted the premiere for…
SUPERIOR, Wisc.-A new refrigerator was delivered to a food pantry in Superior in an effort to help with the storing of fresh fruits and vegetables. A grant from United Healthcare made this all possible for the food pantry at Faith United Methodist Church. The pantry is one of 50 pantries across Wisconsin that will receive a refrigerator. Rev. Certa-Werner …
DULUTH, Minn.- A variety of art pieces are now displayed throughout City Hall. Mayor Larson has been working with the Duluth Art institute on a new program to showcase art from those native to the Northland. Some of The art displayed is meant to represent the artists who are faced by many challenges like poverty. Other pieces of art …
DULUTH, Minn.- Manslaughter charges are pending against a man accused of shooting another man to death last night in the Gary- New Duluth neighborhood. Duluth police were called to the one hundred block of Reis street at about 6:15 Monday night for reports of a person shot. That person would later be identified as 35 year old Kevin…
DULUTH,Minn.- A top coffee roaster in downtown Duluth is cleaning up a big mess after a fire roared through one of their roasters last night. During the incident a batch of coffee became too hot creating a fire leaving a lot of ash in the machine and throughout the store. The staff is working together to have…
DULUTH, Minn.- The Mt. Royal Library and plaza has reopened following an unplanned plumbing problem within the shopping center. Melhus Management which owns Mt. Royal Center informed the library yesterday that they were fixing a plumbing issue but it unfortunately extended through today. It left many businesses like Bulldog Pizza and Vanilla Bean Coffee to close for a short…
CLOQUET, Minn.- After more than 30 years, the end is near for the Goodwill in Cloquet. On December 22, the Cloquet Avenue location will officially shut it’s doors. The board of directors voted for the closing as a necessary step to becoming a more efficient organization. “Goodwill is a company that is changing and we’re changing for the better”…
DULUTH, Minn.- Homelessness in Duluth is becoming a chronic problem in the community according to local leaders. As temperatures drop one organization continues to advocate for help. C.H.U.M. which provides shelter and food necessities to the homeless, recently proposed to have warming centers in West Duluth. If approved they could be found at various community centers in the area,…
CLOQUET, Minn.- The Salvation Army in Cloquet is need a lot of help to keep local families from going hungry this holiday season. This food shelf is the only one of its kind in Cloquet and services all of Carlton County. As their busiest time of year continues, they are struggling to keep up with the need. They provide…
DULUTH, Minn.- The events from Pearl Harbor created one the most honorable days in history. Local veterans in Duluth gathered to remember all the American Soldiers involved in the attack. Over 75 years ago a surprise attack was launched on the Pearl Harbor Navy Base and on the anniversary many came out to the DECC to pay tribute to…
CLOQUET, Minn.- Some new information about what Cloquet Police originally believed was two puppies found abandoned in a box at a Scanlon Park. Authorities are now saying they do not think that’s what actually happened. After further information, investigators say a few juveniles either purchased or received the four week old puppies and then made up a story about…
DULUTH, Minn.- A native coffee retailer is making major strides after finalizing agreements with large companies like Amazon and Target. City Girl Coffee Company, which is a brand of Alakef Coffee, was created in 2015 to stand out among other coffee brands in Minnesota. The company also work to bring awareness to the equality of women within the coffee…
DULUTH, Minn.- Several health professionals gathered Wednesday in Duluth, as St. Luke’s Hospital hosted its Annual Biomedical Ethics Conference. Experts presented the latest educational information on the ethics of genetic testing. This discussion was meant to help the medical community to understand the best way to apply their knowledge of genetic testing. Following the conference, attendees had the chance to…
DULUTH, Minn.- Quite a scene early this morning in downtown Duluth. A steam line burst under a sidewalk on the 100 block of Superior Street, sending a steam cloud high in the air in front of Fond–du–Luth Casino. City owned steam plant, Duluth Energy system is in the process of converting the steam line under Superior Street into a…
SUPERIOR, Wis.- A major explosion back in April at the Husky Energy Refinery in Superior resulted in about $25 million in damage. It also caused hundreds of residents to evacuate the city. Superior Water Light and Power has been approved to raise utility costs. One of the reasons for the rate hike is to make up for the cost of…
MOOSE LAKE, Minn- Some big changes are planned for Moose Lake. A $600,000 grant has been awarded to the city by the Minnesota Department of Transportation to build a new pedestrian and bike path along Highway 73. The grant money would cover about half of the cost of building the two lane trail from Highway 73 to County Road…
DULUTH, Minn.- There are only few weeks left until Christmas for the Salvation Army to reach this year’s goal of about $300,000 but a shortage of volunteers could keep them from hitting the target. The Salvation Army is searching for bell ringers to cover more than one thousand remaining shifts at their outdoor locations. The organization believes it’s important…
DULUTH, Minn.- Snowmobiling season is now in full effect. More than 20,000 miles of trails across Minnesota opened this Saturday for riders, but experts want to remind the public to be safe out there. One of the top tips they offer is to have a dependable sled. One way is to do a visual check of the machine to…
DULUTH, Minn.- Officials are urging safety first after this weekend’s massive rescue effort of 35 anglers, trapped on shifting ice in the superior bay. Strong winds caused the ice floe to break away leaving that group of anglers stranded by a 50 foot crack in the ice. The Duluth Fire Department, Coast Guard, Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Saint…
DULUTH, Minn.- Every two seconds someone in the U. S. needs blood. The Red Cross helps by holding about 500 blood drives a year. Lakeside Presbyterian Church participated in the donation efforts. Two blood technicians from the Red Cross division in St. Paul collected blood donations from several people in Duluth to build blood resources for hospitals across the…
DULUTH, Minn.- Bad news for Lester Park visitors. The wooden pedestrian bridge over Amity Creek is closed until further notice. The City of Duluth’s Parks and Recreation Division is deeming the bridge unstable due to structural concerns. The bridge is expected to be replaced next summer pending a review from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Categories: Community, Minnesota,…
SUPERIOR, Wisc.- Shopping for friends and family can be hard this holiday season, especially if you are struggling with gift ideas. The Superior Public Library is hosting a book sale today and tomorrow for those who may want to give the gift of reading. The annual event allows readers to purchase a variety of like– new books for an…
DULUTH, Minn.-An estimated $1 billion dollars in development expansions is expected from Essentia and St. Luke’s hospitals next year. Now another 75 million could be added to the downtown area. Developers Titanium Partners is planning a 15 story residential tower to replace the Voyaguer Lakewalk Inn on superior street. A 2017 study conducted by the Greater Downtown Council found…
SAGINAW, Minn.- Each year about 40,000 children are born with heart defects leaving many families dealing with the hardships involved with having a sick child. A Saginaw mom who lost her son to heart failure is now moving forward by leaving a special gift for sick children and their families in the hospital. Krista Robertson describes her son Colten…
SUPERIOR, Wis.- This is the first holiday shopping season since Belknap Street in Superior has reopened following a $20 million construction project. Both customers and business owners are thrilled about the finished product after the revamp. The 1 1/2 mile stretch of road has undergone multiple changes including a whole new street design with smoother and wider traffic lanes. Also,…
DULUTH, Minn.- Several studies say adults over the age of 65 are among the largest groups of people who are involved in internet scams. Duluth’s Rainbow Community Center is assisting in awareness efforts by hosting another “Senior Surf Day.” Every year the community center partners with the Senior Linkage Line, who receives funding from Medicare for the “Senior Surf…
Northland firefighters respond to emergencies every day. Their lives are put on the line to save others and sometimes the lives the lives they save are pets. Dozens of firefighters from the Duluth Fire Department learned how to administer CPR and first aid to animals following a fire or other emergencies. Several dogs were on hand to give real…
SUPERIOR, Wisc.- Cyber Monday sales are expected to reach a record high. Bloomberg says shoppers will spend an estimated 7.8 billion dollars, but many local economists are not impressed. Big retailers advertise huge deals online knowing shoppers can conveniently purchase items from home. Many say an increasing trend in online sales is not helping the local economy. The profits from…
DULUTH, Minn.- After a long trek from the North Pole Santa has finally parked his slay along with his reindeer right here in the Duluth. Today at Fitger’s kids of all ages gathered in the courtyard patiently waiting their turn to meet the big man in red and white. Santa greeted everyone with a wave as he made his way…
DULUTH, Minn.- Black Friday shopping is now a thing of the past for many Minnesota residents. Instead of walking off those Thanksgiving calories by going store to store, some are switching it up. They are going on hikes. Governor Dayton has deemed the day after Thanksgiving as “Free Park Friday.” Entrance fees to all 75 state parks in Minnesota were…
DULUTH, Min.- After a week of preparation, the DECC opened its doors to more than 1,000 people ready to enjoy a Thanksgiving feast. Thousands across Duluth gathered for the 29th Annual Community Thanksgiving. So far, more than 1,200 meals were delivered to the disabled and over 5,000 guest were served. Diners that enter the ballroom are given a warm welcome…
SUPERIOR, Wisc.- Celebrations continued in Superior for many veterans without families this holiday season. The Richard I Bong Veterans Center hosted a Thanksgiving dinner for about 30 veterans. An abundance of food and treats were prepared by 20 volunteers and several donations were given to fund this year’s gathering. “They loved it” said one of the organizers, John Gidley,…
SUPERIOR, Wisc.- Hundreds of Northlanders stopped by one of the top places that offers a Thanksgiving dinner for a reasonable price. Each year reservations are made at Barker’s Island Inn and several families enjoy a large buffet. One patron says this is the time of year that excites her the most. “Its really exciting to be here.” said Lindsey Ravinski…
DULUTH, Minn.- Holiday travelers are gearing up for Thanksgiving on one of the busiest travel days of the year. AAA expects about 54 million people will travel this holiday season. Some may travel to their destinations in various ways, but they all have one thing in common. They get to celebrate with loved ones. Visiting family and friends is the…
DULUTH, Minn.- Several people have finished their shopping, but what about those still looking for last minute items. Surprisingly a turkey is a hot ticket item on many people’s grocery lists. Now many lines are forming at grocery stores across Duluth, this Thanksgiving. Items are flying off shelves from stores like Super One and Mt. Royal Market. These stores…
DULUTH, Minn.- Millions of vegans and vegetarians are being invited to share Thanksgiving with others. Many people are now learning their own creative ways to prepare vegan and vegetarian friendly options for their holiday feasts. Re-creating original recipes is easy as changing a few ingredients. Whole Foods Co–op in Duluth is one of the more popular places that offers a…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – A tour guide from Fairlawn has worked her way up to a new role. Superior Public Museums has promoted one of their own — Megan Meyer — as the new executive director. Under her new role she will maintain the finances and maintenance of multiple historic sites including the Fairlawn Mansion, S.S. Meteor, and the old Police…
DULUTH,Minn.- Thanksgiving is in a couple of days and many still have items on their shopping lists, but for some it may not be as easy to go out to the store and grab those items. A local non–profit is working with the elderly and disabled to help with their shopping needs. Age Well Arrowhead is partnering with…
DULUTH, Minn.- It’s been a few months since Essentia Health unveiled plans to invest $800 million in a project called “Vision Northland.” The project will add about 815,000 square feet of space in downtown Duluth. Now, St. Luke’s is announcing a $300 million plan of its own. The hospital has major plans to better serve the community of Duluth,…
DULUTH, Minn.-Many voters lined up to cast ballots for the 2018 elections. Some may have questioned how accurate the voting machines are during the election process. St. Louis County conducted a post-election review to check the ballots from the general election. Every general election six precincts are randomly selected for a hand recount by the County Canvassing Board. This verification…
