DULUTH, Minn. — Saturday was a good day for a craft show, Nice Girls of the North held its monthly marketplace showing off handcrafted goods. The marketplace has handmade items, which are all made by women artists. The wide-variety of items included yarn creations, exclusive clothing, baked goods and much more, even photographs and jewelry. The market serves as a…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Duluth’s own Trampled by Turtles are back at Bayfront Park this Saturday. But the party has already started tonight at the Earth Rider Fest Grounds in Superior. The pre-party tonight has live music from “side project” bands featuring members of Trampled by Turtles. When not touring or recording, some of the band members can be found with…
PROCTOR, Minn. — The fair is back in town in Proctor, its long history of over 100 years brings thousands of kids and families joy every summer. The South St. Louis County Fair has carnival rides this year, which brought in many screams of joy on the opening day, from swings, slides and even a ferris wheel. But the rides…
DULUTH, Minn. –It was a packed evening at Glensheen, on land and on water, for the kick-off of the mansion’s “Concerts on the Pier.” “The Slamming Doors” played for everybody tonight. The free concerts begin at 6:30 P.M. ever Wednesday through August. Watch the video for some highlights from the kickoff concert. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
MINNESOTA. –Minnesota may be the land of 10,000 lakes, but don’t underestimate the beauty of its many rivers and waterfalls. We visited some of the state parks along the north shore, as well as other raging falls and rivers, including Gooseberry Falls, Temperence State Park and Cascade River State Park. Let’s take a look back on some of the highlights…
DULUTH, Minn. –There’s a new chef in town and he is bringing his twist on cooking to Restaurant 301 at the Sheraton Duluth hotel. New executive chef is Chris ReCore is bringing 26 years of culinary experience to Duluth’s restaurant scene. The hotel welcomed the new chef by featuring some of his new menu items. Including bite sized samples of…
ESKO, Minn. — On the edge of the St Louis River in Esko sits a campground filled with history, and now the new owners are looking to spruce the place up and make it a top spot in the Northland. Knife Island Campground is family owned, and together they are tackling the challenges that came with the purchase. The getaway…
WRENSHALL, Minn. — The Food Farm in Wrenshall has been a staple in the Northland since 1975 and is home to a system that gets fresh and local food directly into the community. “The core of the way we operate is we grow a wide variety of vegetables and then send that direct to families all summer long,” said Owner,…
DULUTH, Minn. — Wednesday was Duluth’s turn to set off on the annual torch run for Special Olympics Minnesota. Many people showed up today to support the great cause and while getting some exercise. After the torch arrived in the city from Lake County, today was Duluth’s turn to pass on the torch to Carlton County so it can continue…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Chester Creek Concert Series is under way and bands are blasting tunes for everyone to hear. For the past 40 years the concerts have been rocking the park. Live music, food trucks and good vibes fill Chester Creek on Tuesdays during the summer, and the evening of June 20 was no different. The band ‘Listening party’…
CLOQUET, Minn. –There’s a new food truck in the Northland and it’s bringing some home cooked meals on wheels to the Cloquet area. Junior’s backyard grill had their grand opening June 13th, and it came after a long time in the making. The team originally planned on opening a traditional restaurant, but eventually found themselves running one on wheels. “It’s…
DULUTH, Minn. — If dog parks are just too overwhelming for your dog, one Duluth dog training company is helping dogs manage their reactivity through group walks. Without competition between the canines, they are able to enjoy nature and new smells. Bold North Dog Training hosts group pack walks twice a week. These walks allow dogs to explore the outside…
DULUTH, Minn. — One Duluth couple opened up a new spot in town, a coffee and game shop, which is a blend between two worlds. The Loch Café and Games held their grand opening today, which was a huge hit as people lined up for drinks and food. Even more people gathered to play some popular games like Dungeons and…
DULUTH, Minn. — The sound of fun filled a block for the 49th annual Juneteenth celebration in Duluth Sunday. Juneteenth is a day for remembrance, education and celebration of the day June 19th back in 1863 when over 250,000 slaves became free. Sunday was the day to honor historical event for African Americans as hundreds of people gathered to celebrate….
DULUTH, Minn. –It’s crunch time if you’re still looking for that perfect father’s day gift, but there is a lot to choose from. One local company demonstrates its products to show gift options for you. The Duluth Kitchen Company has plenty of gifts, from sharp knives, to tons of sauces and spices. But for Father’s Day they are showing off…
DULUTH, Minn. – A Duluth homeowner recently faced severe burns after being hit with a ball of fire while trying to connect his pool heater to a propane gas line. It’s something he said could have been avoided if he left it to the experts, and now he’s sharing his story so others don’t face the same danger. “It was…
DULUTH, Minn. –If you’re looking for a place to soak in some sun while listening to some music and shopping for some produce, the Central Hillside Farmers Market has just that, as it kicked off for the season this evening. The market partners with Essentia Health to bring a wide variety of goods to the Central Hillside. From veggies, fruits,…
ClOQUET, Minn. –After creating artwork since a young age, artist Adam Swanson started taking his painting seriously while in college. Then 14 years ago he made the move to the northland to focus on his craft. “I like painting tons of stuff, but I really do like natural things, I like painting things so most of my work is representational…
DULUTH, Minn. — Did you know that during a hike, or even in your own yard, many of the plants around you are edible, or can be used as medicine. The Arrowhead Native Plant Explorers is a group that focuses on educating people about the impacts of plants in this community. This month dozens of people took an edible and…
DULUTH, Minn. — Parents and families honored the 10 anniversary of the Angel of Hope Memorial residing in Leif Erickson park with a vigil. The Angel of Hope Memorial has brought parents who have lost a child an area to grieve and remember. The memorial first started when a group of 5 families got together and wanted a place where…
PROCTOR, Minn. — Nice weather is here to stay as summer is quickly approaching, which means that motorcycles are hitting the road again. Proctor was the place to be Thursday night for bikers as the popular Powerhouse Bar hosted their well-known Bike Night. Every Thursday night the bar parking lot is filled with the sound of classic motorcycles revving up….
DULUTH, Minn. — Book worms, library regulars, and future library goers had the chance to share their ideas and thoughts about the upcoming upgrades to the Duluth Public library downtown branch. Tuesday evening the library kicked off its first step in its community outreach program with an open house. City and library officials were at the event to directly hear…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth YWCA is launching its first-ever gender equity project to help young women become stronger leaders in their community. Young women, trans-gender, and non-binary people ages 16 to 24 can apply for the program that will kick off later this year. YWCA’S director says that twice a month the members will meet for group activities and learn…
DULUTH, Minn. — On Saturday, a new outdoor adventure kicked off at Lake Superior College; packed with all things dirt and farming. ‘Saturdays at the Farm’ will be taking place weekly under the sun at the Eco3 Urban Farm at LSC. The open house event was filled with all kinds of activities for those with a green thumb. Kids and…
DULUTH, Minn. — A festival was held in Duluth on Saturday to spread awareness of the endangered monarch butterfly species and help increase their habitat. Not only was the festival packed with fun activates related to the beautiful animals, like face painting and crafts, but there was a lot to learn about monarchs. Plants and seeds were available to give…
DULUTH, Minn. — A COVID-19 research study wrapped up this week at St. Luke’s after collecting data from hundreds of frontline workers for nearly three years. The study started near the beginning of the pandemic in April 2020, and started enrolling local participants in August 2020. Throughout the study, each participant would swap for the disease once a week. The…
DULUTH, Minn. — Hundreds of anglers are getting ready for this weekend’s Kolar Toyota ALS Fishing Tournament on Island Lake kicking off Saturday morning. All proceeds from the tournament go to helping people with ALS and their families. This year 103 boats will partake in the popular competition, each boat has two anglers looking to reel in the biggest bass…
DULUTH, Minn. — Despite some rain, over 100 mountain bikers hit the trails at Hartley Nature Center for the first race of the Duluth Enduro Series. The series kicked off today with a 2-stage individually timed race on some of Hartley’s most popular trails. Each racer had a chip that timed their downhill portions, which were only a fraction of…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Police Department is spreading the word about free fentanyl test strips that they say are designed to save lives. The test strips can determine if any type of drug, liked cocaine, is laced with fentanyl. Fentanyl is a powerful opioid that’s become one of the leading causes of overdoses in the United States and a very…
SAGINAW, Minn. — A+ Garden Center has provided the Northland with fresh grown plants, flowers and crops since 2008, and this spring the family owned business is seeing an increase in customers after a large expansion. “The garden center of course has been our customer’s favorite, we went from 4,000 square feet, to 13,000 square feet of retail space, and now…
DULUTH, Minn. — Memorial Day brought some nice weather to Duluth and surrounding areas, getting people outdoors Lester Park was a very popular spot today, dozens of people got outside for the holiday. The water might still be a little cold but that wasn’t stopping a group of girls from jumping in the Lester River. Kids rushed to the the…
HERMANTOWN, Minn. — It’s that time of the year again, as the sun comes out so does the outdoor summer fun. Skyline Social and Game’s Summer Leagues have returned and are more popular then ever before. From the start of May until September the summer leagues will be in full force, with volleyball, bocce and bean bag games. This year…
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth born award winning signer and songwriter Bob Dylan will be turning 82 Wednesday, May 24th, which means it’s time for the 13th annual Duluth Dylan Fest. Over a dozen events will be held this week, focus on celebrating the long and successful career of the artist. Tonight Carmody Pub hosted a sing-a-long, where local musicians jammed…
DULUTH, Minn. — The snow has finally melting and that calls for farmer’s markets to be out in full swing after a long and exhausting winter. The Duluth Farmers Markets is officially back and bringing in customers. While some crops like vegetables are still growing, the market still has plenty of different vendors and stock lined up. From plants and…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Wednesday the Superior School District held a Salute to Service celebration, honoring this years retiring staff members. The district honored 13 staff members with a ceremony and awards, which recognized the outstanding work that the staff did throughout their time in the district. A video was played at the celebration which had coworkers and friends speaking on…
DULUTH, Minn. — Congdon Park Elementary School hosted a rodeo Tuesday, but not the kind you may think, this rodeo involved all things biking, from obstacle courses to maintenance clinics. The third annual bike rodeo was filled with joy for both kids and parents. Newer bikers could learn how to start, stop, and perform hand signals. For more experience riders,…
DULUTH, Minn. — After 14 years, the Northland Honor Flight is still remembering and honoring the sacrifice of veterans by bringing them on a meaningful journey to the nation’s Capital. 93 veterans along with family members and volunteers left from the Duluth Airport and traveled to Washington D.C Saturday May 13 to visit memorials dedicated to their service. “Everything was…
DULUTH, Minn. — It’s finally Mother’s Day, and that means all kinds of fun events and activities happened around town. The Lake Superior Zoo hosted its third annual Mother’s Day Craft and Plant Sale Sunday. Around a dozen vendors showed off their best Mother’s Day crafts for eager shoppers. The zoo parking lot was filled with all kinds of goods,…
DULUTH, Minn. — In the heart of the Lincoln Park Craft District, Kirsten Aune Textiles served up some warm tea and cookies for people on Mother’s Day. The textile shop sells various kinds of garments and clothing, but today they hosted their second-ever Mother’s Day event to celebrate and honor moms. Homemade sweet and spicy chai tea was available for…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Lake Superior Auto Club was back hosting its student-run car show today at the college. From classic Ford Mustangs to vintage trucks restored to mint condition, the LSC car show filled a parking lot with a wide variety of cars that would satisfy just about any car buff. Some owners showed off the finer details of…
FREDENBERG, Minn. — The fishing opener is like an unofficial holiday for Minnesotans, and after a very long and challenging winter, being able to finally fish on an open lake is like a breath of fresh air. “It was a tough winter, the ice was never all that great so we didn’t get out as much as we wanted to…
DULUTH, Minn. — Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and what better time to treat mom to tea and treats. The Merryweather Inn is a bed and breakfast in Duluth, but for this special occasion they will be hosting Mother’s Day tea. Along with a glass of champagne, people can enjoy scones, sandwiches and pastries while dressed to the…
DULUTH, Minn. — It was time again for the annual Spaghetti Dinner at the Italian-American Club of Duluth as they served up hundreds of plates to support a great cause. Since 1974 the club has hosted the dinner to help raise money for scholarships for relatives of club members. Along with the delicious dinner, there was a raffle with gifts…
Brule, Wis. — When you think of art, you probably don’t think of automata. But these detail pieces are interactive mechanical sculptures that originate from clock makers hundreds of years ago. One Wisconsin sculptor has perfected making automata almost entirely out of wood, with the help of very few metal parts. Cecilia Schiller had been creating automata for nearly 15…
DULUTH, Minn. — Friends of the Duluth Public Library went back to the past today for it’s first ever Nostalgic Newsstand Vintage Magazine Sale. From Saturday Evening Posts from the 1920’s, to Sports Illustrated issues from the 90’s, there was a vide variety of classic magazines to browse through. The rare sale comes at a time when the library is…
DULUTH, Minn. — The weather cooperated, and it was a beautiful day for a ceremonial groundbreaking. In fact, you might say it was just what the doctor ordered. St. Luke’s was celebrating the next steps in expanding its hospital campus. “Building A” will add three new stories. The $58-million project includes 60 new rooms for cardiac and intensive care. Hospital…
DULUTH, Minn. — All day the batter was flowing and the flap jacks were flipping at the DECC for The Duluth Lions Club’s 64th Annual Pancake day. Lines of people poured into Pioneer Hall to get the all-you-can-eat breakfast treat. Delicious pancakes filled thousands of plates throughout the long day that ran from 6:00 A.M. Thursday morning to 7:30 P.M….
DULUTH, Minn. — Lights, Camera, Action!! A new holiday movie is being filmed in Duluth coming from the same producer of “Merry Kiss Cam” which was shot and based in Duluth. “Rescuing Christmas” starring Rachael Leigh Cook and Sam Page is currently filming in popular locations around the city, including OMC Smokehouse, Dovetail Café and Marketplace, the Depot, and many…
DULUTH, Minn. — Saturday Duluth’s Continental Ski and Bike hosted its 15th annual bike swapping event, just in time for “Bike to Work Month” in May. Over 500 bikes were sold or donated in the past few days to Continental Ski and Bike as they prepared for the event. Starting this morning over one hundred people lined up for the…
DULUTH, Minn. — After a long winter, the one and only Portland Malt Shoppe opened back up for the season Saturday, and was already bringing in lots of customers. Because of recent weather, the popular Duluth ice cream shop had to push back its original opening date, but the day has finally come for the windows to be opened for…
