DULUTH, Minn. — The University of Minnesota Medical School Duluth Campus has moved to a four-year program. Since it was founded in 1972, the Duluth campus has operated as a two-year program, with students transferring to the Twin Cities campus for their last two-years to finish their clinical training. Now starting this semester, students are able to stay at the…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Ravin Crossbows in Superior has officially opened a pro shop that’s open to customers. Since its start in 2014, Ravin Crossbows has served customers through national dealers and an online website. After years of customers asking for a in-person store, the time has finally come. The store is located in Ravin’s production building where the crossbows are…
DULUTH, Minn. — A ribbon cutting was held on Wednesday to celebrate the new sports court at the Harbor Highlands Community Center. The basketball court received a major upgrade, and is designed to bring neighbors together. The Duluth Area Family YMCA and the Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Duluth (HRA) came together to make the court a reality. The court…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — The University of Wisconsin Superior has earned the title of StormReady designation by the National Weather Service. StormReady is a program that help communities develop plans to handle all types of extreme weather. Living in the snowy Northland, UWS has systems in place to notify students about severe weather warnings and forecasts. Those systems, earning the…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — A watch party was held at the Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center today for the keel laying of the USS WISCONSIN. The USS WISCONSIN, SSBN 827 is a ballistic missile submarine currently being built. Keel laying is a tradition that marks the beginning of a new ships life. The sub is currently being assembled in Rhode…
DULUTH, Minn. — Lake Superior College welcomed new and returning IceHawks for the first day of the ’25-’26 school year. New this year, the college introduced the Program for Accessible College Education or PACE, for inclusive higher education for students with intellectual disabilities. It’s also the first official semester for new LSC President, Dr. Linda Kingston. Formerly Vice President, she…
ESKO, Minn. — This weekend in Esko, people are going back in time to learn about some historic machinery. The 64th annual Lakehead Harvest Show kicked off Friday. The three day show highlights local farming, through various activities and demonstrations. The event allows visitors to see and understand real-world machinery like steam engines and a tractor powered sawmill, which are…
DULUTH, Minn.– Bayfront Festival Park will be filled with the sounds of rock and roll this weekend Tribute Fest, put on by Campbell Productions is a two day event featuring around 20 bands. Starting Friday, tributes to hit bands such as Motley Crue and AC/DC rock the stage. The music festival raises awareness and funds for homeless veterans. Veterans, active…
DULUTH, Minn. — Summit School is honoring the life of a former beloved co-worker, MaeDean Davin, 74, who Duluth police said was killed by her 46-year-old son, Nathan, over the weekend. MaeDean worked at Summit School, an early childhood education facility in Duluth, from 2018 to 2022. After learning about her tragic passing, the team at Summit planted a memorial…
CLOQUET, Minn. — Carlton County Animal Rescue has purchased land to build a local animal shelter. A seven acre lot near the Cloquet Business Park will be the permanent home of the animal rescue. The building will allow for animals to be sheltered by the rescue itself, as the current foster based program sees volunteers housing animals. Since launching in…
DULUTH, Minn. — The St. Louis County Board has authorized a $19.5 million dollar bond sale to fund county projects, including critical improvements to the St. Louis County Depot. The St. Louis County Depot has been authorized to receive $16.5 million dollars in bonds from the county. The funds will go towards a complete upgrade to the depots heating, ventilation…
ISLE ROYALE, Mich. — Isle Royale officials have lethally removed a wolf that repeatedly obtained human food at campgrounds. Throughout June and July park managers closely monitored at least two wolves that were frequently sighted near campgrounds and developed areas. The wolves were seen seen dragging away food storage bags and backpacks at numerous campsites. Officials say that despite changes…
DULUTH, Minn. — Kids got to learn about the life of first responders today at Bayfront Festival Park. The Duluth Police Department hosted its annual Kids, Cops and Cars event to showcase the vehicles on the force. Kids got to explore squad cars and see other law enforcement equipment, including drones and robots. The event acts as a way to…
PROCTOR, Minn. — The Hoghead Festival in Proctor has kicked off for its 50th year of celebration. The fest started as a way to honor and remember Proctors railroad history. As events start to ramp up for the 50th anniversary, a car show was held at Powerhouse Bar. The car show has been a longstanding tradition during the festival, with…
GRAND MARAIS, Minn. –In Grand Marais, cyclists are shifting gears to a unique form of biking. Superior Cycling Association has opened a bike park for people of all ages and skill levels. The currently seasonal park was constructed in the Cook County community skating rink, with plans to move to a new year-round home in the future. The park has…
DULUTH, Minn. –Back in March Wrecktangle Pizza, an award winning pizza chain from the Twin Cities, announced it will be opening a Duluth location. Now, after months of anticipation, the pizzeria will be opening inside Wild State Cider. “We’ve been sort of open a little bit under the radar for the last week. You know, people have been showing out,…
CARLTON, Minn. — For 12 years, Swiftwater Adventures in Carlton has been helping people cross an item off their bucket list. “We offer white water rafting trips on two different sections of the St Louis River,” Brian Pfeifer, Co-Owner of Swiftwater Adventures said. After water levels started off low this summer, rain has made for some fun times on the…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Essentia Health Foundation hosted the 24th annual Legacy of Hope Golf Classic on Monday. The 18-hole scramble saw golfers at Northland Country Club teeing off for a good cause. The proceeds raised by the event go towards local health care programs and supports Essentia Health patients and their families The funds also help provide state of…
DULUTH, Minn. — Communities across the nation, including here in the Northland, are gearing for National Night Out. National Night Out is an annual event where communities host block parties and other gatherings to connect with local law enforcement and their neighbors. The mission of the campaign is to promote strong police-community partnerships. Across the Twin Ports, dozens of residents…
DULUTH, Minn. — The bases were loaded, in Duluth last weekend, as the 31st annual Art Von Memorial Tournament returned. The tournament brought in more than 70 youth baseball teams from across the region. The games took place at six locations across the city, including the Western Little League and Wade Stadium fields. Over 800 players from 9U to 15U…
CHISHOLM, Minn. —Â Known in the Iron Range as the five best days of summer, the St. Louis County Fair has been a stable since 1885, and with the addition of new buildings, the fair continues to grow. “We’ve been trying to improve everything around here. We’ve added new buildings. We added a year ago, we added a new cattle barn,…
CHISHOM, Minn. — The St Louis County fair kicked off Wednesday as members of the 4-H club show off their animals. To start things off the St. Louis County 4-H held a rabbit and poultry show. Kids in 4-H take care of their rabbits year round and bring them in for judging. Each rabbit is judged on its fur, nails,…
DULUTH, Minn. — With summer wildfire smoke blanketing the region and triggering repeated air quality alerts, local gyms offer ways to stay active indoors. Northland Fitness, a 24/7-access gym in Lincoln Park says workout facilities are a great way to avoid the smoke and get your exercise in. While Duluth is known for its scenic trails and active outdoor lifestyle,…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — With nearly 100 road projects scheduled across Northern Wisconsin this summer drivers are urged to reduce speeds and pay attention to ensure safe driving through work zones. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation joined Douglas County to hold a press conference, urging safe driving in road construction zones. Last year more than 2,00 crashes were recorded in Wisconsin…
UPDATE: The victim was identified as William Linster, 57, of Superior. Investigation indicates that Linster was out boating with a friend on Saturday. The friend was dropped of at the dock at about 11:30pm Saturday night, and Linster returned to the water. The boat, a 21-ft Maxum, was found about a half mile out from the Superior Entry on Sunday…
DULUTH, Minn. — A special meeting of the Duluth City Council was held today to discuss three proposed resolutions. The council heard two resolutions related to the Village Place Apartments, a mixed-income housing project in Duluth. Those resolutions are an agreement to extended a final loan payment with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) by one year….
DULUTH, Minn. — After nearly four decades of dedicated service to the Duluth Transit Authority, General Manager Rod Fournier is set to retire in the upcoming weeks. As he leads up to the last days, he is reflecting on his time at the DTA. His career started out behind the wheel 38 years ago. “I took a pretty non-traditional path to…
DULUTH, Minn. — Downtown Duluth Days, formerly known as Sidewalk Days, has kicked off on Superior St. The event is downtown Duluth’s biggest shopping festival of the year. The new name also comes with even more fun, as the festival is expanded and more attractions were added. This year over 170 vendors line six blocks of Superior St, including nearly…
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth’s own Harbor City International School has won an award that recognizes its learning approach. The school won the 2025 Minnesota Charter School Innovation Award. The award highlights the hands-on learning approach that Harbor City prides themselves on. Three times a year, students are offered immersive sessions, ranging from sailing, to winter survival skills. Last year…
BRIMSON, Minn. — St. Louis Environmental Services has opened a temporary solid waste collection site in the Brimson area for residents to dispose of fire damaged materials. The temporary transfer station is expected to handle scrap metal, burn debris, wood structures, shingles, brick and concrete. Those items will be accepted free of charge. Liquids, trees and brush will not be…
DULUTH, Minn. — As Navy Week continues in Duluth, sailors got in the water, this time to feed some fish. Members of the U.S Navy stopped by the Great Lakes Aquarium to do some community outreach, teaching kids and families about the history and importance of the Navy. To promote the influence of marine animals to the Navy, two sailors…
DULUTH, Minn. — Navy Week is back in Duluth, getting sailors engaged with the public through events and projects. Members of the U.S Navy stopped by Northwood Children’s Services to talk about the history of the Navy, what the Navy does and hosted various activities. Those included knot tying and an obstacle course, with the chance to race against one…
DULUTH, Minn. — On Friday, members of the community got a chance to explore the Blue Heron research vessel. Every summer the Large lakes Observatory hosts Science on Deck events. The events invite the public to explore and learn about the vessel, as well as interact with scientists and crew members. The Blue Heron assists scientists in various research activities,…
DULUTH, Minn.– A new cannabis company is in the process of converting the old Gardner Hotel into a dispensary. The building on Lake Avenue was built in 1893 and has been vacant for the past 20 years. Now a business venture is looking to bring the building back to life. The dispensary, Duluth Cannabis Co., looks to prioritize delivery services…
DULUTH, Minn. — The 17th annual Tee Up Fore Youth Golf Classic was held on Monday at Ridgeview Country Club. The yearly event is held by the Boys and Girls Club of the Northland. The golf classic is a significant fundraiser supporting the programs for kids across the Twin Ports and Iron Range. Golfers played in teams and put there…
HAYWARD, Wis. — The Musky Fest returned to Hayward, Wisconsin this past weekend, for its 75th year. The festival was started 75 years ago as a way to celebrate the town of Hayward’s fishing history, which includes the world record musky that inspired the name of the event. The multi-day festival draws in people from across the region. “I mean,…
HIBBING, Minn. — Middle school students wrapped up a three day long Nitro-X Summer Camp by putting their skills to the test in RC car races. The camp allowed students to explore the transportation industry by learning about different jobs within the field. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
SUPERIOR, Wis. — A coloring book is now available at Fairlawn Mansion, featuring its historic beauty. Bella Olson, a tour guide at Fairlawn, created the coloring book inspired by the historic items in the mansion. The project was over a year in the making, involving taking pictures, drawing and designing the book. Proceeds from the $10 book will fund restoration…
DULUTH, Minn. — Friday was the first day of the Park Point Rummage Sale, returning for the 43rd year. The annual event sees four miles of sales throughout the Park Point neighborhood. The sales allow residents to declutter and kick off the busy summer season, which includes Grandma’s Marathon and the Park Point Art Fair. While some people shop for…
DULUTH, Minn. — Harbor Pointe Credit Union presented Chum with a check donation on Wednesday. Each year the Credit Union gives back thousands of dollars to support local organizations and programs. Through the Member Impact Fund offered by an affiliate bank, the donation to Chum was matched three times, making the total $20,000. The donation will go towards supporting everyday…
DULUTH, Minn. — Nearly one year after the tragic loss of 25 year old Maxton Gudowski, his family, loved ones and community members are continuing to keep his memory alive. “It’s been definitely an up and down roller coaster of emotions. We’re so thankful. We have so much family and friends with support that’s truly what gets us through,” Maxton’s…
DULUTH, Minn. — Bayfront Festival Park will be filled with music and energy this summer as a busy lineup sees classic favorites return. As the management of Bayfront returned to the DECC this year, the entertainment venue will continue its legacy of concerts, festivals and craft shows. It will be a busy summer as Bayfront will be hosting events almost…
DULUTH, Minn. — Hundreds of health care professionals from across the state are at the DECC this week for the annual Minnesota Rural Health Conference. The two-day conference aims to improve care efficiency and access. The event features keynote addresses, breakout sessions and a variety of vendors. Around 500 hundred health care professionals attend the event each year. The theme…
MINNESOTA.–The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management held its first cannabis license lottery on Thursday. The lottery determines which applicants can move forward in the states adult-use cannabis licensing process. Nearly 800 applicants were vying for 249 licenses in Thursdays lottery. The license types include cultivator, manufacturer, mezzobusiness and retailer. The competition was high as the lottery saw general applicants and…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Minnesota Nurses Association, the union representing around 15,000 nurses across the state are pushing to ensure safe staffing. This push comes as the current contracts between the MNA and seven hospital systems across the state come to end, including those of Aspirus St. Luke’s and Essentia Health nurses. “In 2022 nurses fought hard to win some…
DULUTH, Minn. —Â Union Gospel Mission is in the process of a three year plan that aims to transition its services to a new space. The future Mission Engagement Center would be constructed across from the St. Louis County Government Center. The new location would include hygiene and laundry facilities and a much larger dining hall and kitchen. Currently the mission…
VIRGINIA, Minn. — After a vote by the city council, Essentia Health will officially take over ownership of the Essentia clinic building in Virginia. The facility was previously only leased by Essentia, but the City of Virginia will eventually transfer its ownership. Essentia will be committing around $8 million towards repairs of the building over two years. The agreement includes…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — As US Senator Tammy Baldwin continues her “Hands Off Medicaid Tour,” she made a stop in Superior to talk with community members who could be affected. Senator Baldwin is pushing back against the plan to slash Medicaid to pay for tax cuts for billionaires, which is backed by President Donald Trump and Congressional Republicans. Medicaid, widely known…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — After relocating to across the bridge, C. Reiss Company’s new Superior shipping facility getting in the swing of things. Wednesday state and local officials, including Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers, got a glimpse of the work that has been done since the opening of the dock earlier this year. Increasing water levels promoted the move from Duluth to…
PROCTOR, Minn. — Over in Proctor, the 102nd American Legion Memorial Day Observance honored and recognized those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. Family, friends and members of the public gathered at the Community Center to remember and honor our nations heroes. The Proctor American Legion Honor Guard read off the names of local vets who lost their…
