DULUTH, Minn. — Lake Superior Brewing is celebrating its 30-year anniversary in style. One of Duluth’s longest running breweries is hosting different festivities each day this week. Opening back in 1994, Lake Superior Brewing serves up various drinks. Back in 2020 a couple took over the reigns of the brewery and have found success at a new location near Lester…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Wisconsin business leaders, got involved in the discussion of Artificial Intelligence on Wednesday as a forum, a part of the Winning with Wisconsin Workforce series was held in Superior. The Northwest Wisconsin Workforce Investment Board and Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development hosted the event. It brought small and large business leaders across different industries together. People shared firsthand…
RICE LAKE, Minn. — In Rice Lake, Veterans Day was celebrated with a dedication ceremony at the city’s Veterans Memorial. The ceremony recognized and honored the sacrifices that Veterans have made for their country, it was held at the now completed Rice Lake Memorial Park. The memorial centers around a statue of an airborne brigade soldier kneeling with a 120…
DULUTH, Minn. — Chick-fil-A Duluth has announced on social media when its grand opening will take place. The opening will take place on Thursday, November 14. The restaurant is located on the North side of the Miller Hall Mall property, facing Miller Trunk Highway. This will be the first Chick-fil-A in the Twin Ports area, joining 17 other Chick-fil-A restaurants…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Police Department has welcomed in 11 new recruits to the force. The officers received their badges in front of friends, family and fellow officers during an official swearing in ceremony. Two officers were also promoted to Sergeant during the ceremony. One of the promoted officers say’s 12 years ago, he started his law enforcement career…
DULUTH, Minn. — Grandma’s Marathon has reached full capacity Wednesday, Nov 6, breaking the organization’s previous earliest sellout record. That previous record was set in 2016, when registration reached capacity on December, 31. Now, that record being broke by nearly two months. Organizers expect more than 22,000 people to be signed up for one of the weekend’s three events, including…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — A Superior police officer is no longer on the force after Douglas County District Attorney Mark Fruehauf discovered the officer may have intentionally lied on a police report to raise a suspect’s charges to a felony. As FOX 21’s Dan Hanger reports, Fruehauf has been forced to dismiss 40 criminal cases because of credibility concerns involving the…
DULUTH, Minn. — The 17th Annual Duluth All Souls Night brought out hundreds to the Depot for an evening filled with remembering and grieving. All Souls Night is modeled after Day of the Dead, a Mexican observance that honors loved ones who have passed away, and people did just that. A ritual was held to kick of the celebrations and…
DULUTH, Minn. — An event for outdoor recreation enthusiasts took place at the DECC on Friday. The Duluth Area Outdoor Alliance hosted the Great Lakes Outdoor Summit. The summit draws in people from across the Upper Midwest, allowing for businesses, advocates and other organizations to connect, build community and learn more about the great outdoors. The summit had 12 engagement…
DULUTH, Minn. — Pickleball players rallied for a cure on Friday. Games were held to raise funds for an important cause. The Duluth Area Pickleball Association hosted glow-in-the-dark pickleball, raising money for breast cancer awareness. The event was “open play” and different courts held games of all experience levels, from beginner to challenging. Each participant donated money towards the National…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Halloween is just a week away, and The Superior Spooktacular is ramping up! The “Haunt Your House” tour of homes is back as a friendly competition, as dozens of houses across the city are decorated in their Halloween best. List of decorated homes: Categories: News, News – Latest News, Wisconsin
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Some prospective workers are getting the chance to tour manufacturing facilities this week. Minnesota’s Statewide Tour of Manufacturing is taking place through Friday. From Grand Rapids to Superior, WI, over 30 businesses across the northland are opening their doors for hundreds of high school students. Wednesday, students toured Barko Hydraulics in Superior, getting a first hand experience…
DULUTH, Minn. — What better way to get into the fall mood than with a cup of hot apple cider. Spirit of the Lake Community Arts (SOLCA) hosted its annual Apple Cider Fest on Saturday. The event was filled with all kinds of apple activities including the chance to make your own apple cider by hand. From smashing and juicing…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Chilly Billy’s is bringing frozen treats over the bridge with its new location. Chilly Billy’s is holding a grand opening for its new Superior location this weekend, serving up frozen yogurt flavors, acai bowls and toppings. Customers can top their creations with everything from fresh fruit to candy to syrups. The new Superior fro-yo shop is offering…
DULUTH, Minn. — The pumpkin train is back in town at the North Shore Scenic Railroad! This weekend people can hop aboard the Great Pumpkin Train and take a trip to a pumpkin patch. When there you can explore and of course pick up the perfect jack-o-lantern pumpkin. The fall fun doesn’t stop at there, back at Depot there is…
DULUTH, Minn.– Wednesday signaled the final week of the regular season for prep football teams in Minnesota. Over in Denfeld, Hermantown took down Duluth Denfeld 31-19, to finish at 7-1 in the regular season. The Hunters end their regular campaign with a 5-3 record. In other action, Rock Ridge picked up the win over Duluth East 19-14, finishing the regular…
DULUTH, Minn. — Starting Thursday, Oct. 17, the Gary New Duluth Recreation Center will be hosting its annual fall rummage sale. The rec center hosts two rummage sales a year, one in the spring and one in the fall. The sales started as a way to raise money for the community, including the now completed skate park. You can get…
DULUTH, Minn. — Last year a VIP experience was added to the Haunted Ship, and with its success it returns for another year. “My favorite part is just interacting with the guests and bringing them on board and being creepy and just attacking their senses when they don’t expect it,” said the ghost of Lady Irvin. VIP treatment includes the…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — People packed the auditorium at Superior High School as U.S Senator and former Presidential Candidate Bernie Sanders took to the stage. The Senator is campaigning for the Democratic party’s presidential ticket in battleground states. Sanders encouraged Wisconsin voters to support Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz in the upcoming election. In his speech, Sanders…
DULUTH, Minn. — Spooky season is ramping up and what other way to celebrate Halloween than exploring Duluth’s own Haunted Ship. Last year a VIP experience was added to the ship, and with its success it returns this year. Fox 21’s Dan Hanger was guest actor Friday night and hopped in the makeup chair to take on the role of…
CLOQUET– Minn. –It’s never too early to get a jump start on your holiday shopping. The Cloquet Area Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring the annual Craft, Art and Vendor Fair at Black Bear Casino Resort. There are over 120 booths to shop from, showcasing an array of item such as jewelry, photography, artwork and plenty more. The event supports local…
HERMANTOWN, Minn. —Â On Wednesday, federal and state partners gathered to recognize Minnesota Power’s plans to upgrade its transmission system. Minnesota Power, a utility division of ALLETE, is planning a modernization project to its high-voltage-direct-current transmission system. The HVDC line runs from North Dakota to Duluth and transfers energy to customers in Northeastern Minnesota. The project looks to upgrade and…
DULUTH, Minn. — The 42nd annual St. Louis County Health and Human Service Conference is taking place at the DECC. Around 3,000 people gather each year to gain a better understanding of how to improve public health. The theme of this year’s conference is “Choosing Hope.” The two-day-long event includes various workshops, and also provides an opportunity for health workers…
MAPLE, Wis.– Week seven of Wisconsin prep football wrapped up on Friday. Northwestern earned a big homecoming win 64-0 over Bloomer, improving to 5-2 on the season. The Tigers will be on the road next week as they will take on Ashland in a classic US Highway 2 battle. For Superior, they fall short in their late homecoming rally, as…
DULUTH, Minn. — Lights, camera and action! The Annual Catalyst Content Festival is bringing together writers, directors and film enthusiasts from around the world. The festival is back and bigger than ever, as local and international content creators share their story ideas. “PitchWorld” returned to the festival, where writers and creators pitched stories that were judged by Hollywood executives. The…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Catalyst Content Festival is back and bigger than ever. The festival is hosted by the Catalyst Story Institute, which works with local film organizations to showcase the work of writers, producers and directors. The festival will feature many events, from pitch competitions to table reads, and screenings of over 75 productions. And you don’t have to…
DULUTH, Minn. — For many years, Congdon Park Elementary has participated in National Walk to School Day, which takes place the first Wednesday of October. Students and families were encouraged to walk to school using the safest route, and learn safety tips while walking and crossing streets. The event also promoted health and exercise. “I think kids these days spend…
DULUTH, Minn. — A new bar in town is teeing up a unique experience, combining cold drinks with golf simulators. Club One Under will hold its grand opening this Sunday, September 29. The family owned venue houses five cutting-edge golf simulators, along with a bar and multiple tv’s. People can enjoy signature cocktails while perfecting their golf swing. The owners…
DULUTH, Minn. — One couple, who were born and raised in Superior, Wisconsin, are breathing a sigh of relief after their Florida home is narrowly missed by Hurricane Helene. Tom and Cindy Fennessey watched from thousands of miles away, as the Category 4 storm bypassed their costal home. The couple resides in Englewood, Florida, which is about an hour south…
It will be roaring at the DECC this weekend as people can go back in time to when dinosaurs roamed the earth. That’s right, dinosaurs are invading Pioneer Hall as “Jurassic Quest” returns to Duluth. The self-guided exhibit is the largest traveling dinosaur show in North America. From life-sized displays, fossil digs to raptor shows– there’s plenty to check out….
DULUTH, Minn. — Members of the public got behind the wheel of Duluth buses on Friday, whether testing out a new career option, or just checking a goal off the bucket list. The Duluth Transit Authority invited people to test their bus driving skills for its 3rd annual “Your Turn to Drive” event. Attendees of the event hopped in the…
DULUTH, Minn. — On Saturday, Sept. 28 the music will be flowing at the Sacred Heart Music Center for its new edition of “Duluth Does.” The music center has a long-standing tradition of one-night-only events dedicated to a specific artist, such as “Duluth Does Elton John.” This weekend Sacred Heart is putting a spin on the series and hosting “Duluth…
DULUTH, Minn. — Saturday, September 21, The Bienvenue Coffee Festival will be back at the St. Louis County Depot for its fourth year. The coffee fest serves as an unique way to welcome the community into the Depot. Local coffee shops will be brewing and serving specialty drinks. There will also be plenty of coffee related activities, such as…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — The University of Wisconsin Superior’s new state of the art floating classroom and research vessel is in its final stages before opening its doors to students. It has been over a year in the making for UWS’s Lake Superior Research Institute, who, with the help of donations are making the floating classroom come to life. The vessel,…
DULUTH, Minn. — A new company that has taken over the reigns of the vacant paper mill along I-35 and is planning to expand operations. Sofidel American Corp hopes to build four new buildings, adding nearly 600,000 square feet to the infrastructure of the Duluth facility. It would likely double workforce and triple the production plants footprint. The project could…
DULUTH, Minn. — A remembrance ceremony was held in Duluth as Wednesday marks the 23rd anniversary of the 9-11 terrorist attacks on the United States. Members of the Duluth Fire Department, participated in a memorial stair climb at AMSOIL Arena, climbing the same number of steps as there were in the 110 stories of the Twin Towers. The stair climb…
DULUTH, Minn. — Four national touring Broadway shows are coming to Duluth. “Chicago,” “Pretty Woman,” “Mean Girls” and “Riverdance” will hit the stage at the DECC in the beginning of 2025. These productions will mark the first time in 13 years that a Broadway series has come to the northland region. Each show will take to the stage for one…
DULUTH, Minn. — State lawmakers from the Great Lakes region are on a mission to plant 250 million trees along the Great Lakes by 2033. Four of those trees were planted Monday in Duluth, across from Pier B along Railroad St. The ceremony included Minnesota, Wisconsin and Illinois lawmakers. Local officials like Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert were also there. The…
DULUTH, Minn. — Bayfront Park was the place to be this weekend for the 30th annual Lake Superior Harvest Festival. The grounds were packed Saturday with people enjoying everything from live music to home-goods and produce shopping. There was also an energy fair to explore. A local farmer and his family have been selling at the festival for years. Here’s…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Transit Authority has found success after making major changes to its bus system. One year ago the DTA launched ‘The Better Bus Blueprint.’ It added two new “GO” routes and consolidated many of its local stops. The system is designed to efficiently transport riders to city activity centers. In its inaugural year, the new system…
WISCONSIN. –Residents of Wisconsin are voicing their concerns about the proposed Line 5 reroute project. Enbridge is proposing to relocate a 41-mile-long portion of its existing Line 5 pipeline. Line 5 transports over half a million barrels of crude oil and natural gas to Wisconsin each day and creates the propane that comes directly to Northern Wisconsin. The pipeline currently…
DULUTH, Minn. — The City of Duluth is asking for community input on local athletic facilities. Duluth is developing an Athletic Venues Reinvestment Initiative action plan to fund 30 million dollars towards indoor and outdoor athletic venues. During three open houses, users of the facilities were invited to share suggestions on how current spaces can be improved, and what they…
DULUTH, Minn. — Last Week, “Star Wars: A New Hope” premiered in Canada. While the movie was released nearly 50 years ago, this time it hit the screens with an Ojibwe translation. The Ojibwe dubbed blockbuster brought in native speakers of the language to bring life to the characters. Including a language coordinator for the Red Cliff Band Niigaanii-Animikii Inini…
HIBBING, Minn. — It’s crushing time in Hibbing! A car dealership is hosting a racing team that has an action packed day planned. The Hall Brothers Racing Team will be at the Hibbing Chrysler Center Saturday. A monster truck called Raminator will be on display and will even get the wheels moving to crush some cars! You can meet the…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Did you know baby birds “graduate” into adulthood? Every August, young birds mature into their full-grown state as they prepare for migration. And in Superior, people celebrated the start of migration as birds make their way down south. The “Anyone Can Bird” event is a series of birding adventures where everyone is welcome. The event aims to…
DULUTH, Minn. — Wild State Cider is introducing exclusive ciders that are heading to the Minnesota State Fair. Wild State has been serving up its classic ciders at the fair for multiple years, but this year the cidery is bringing in brand new, state fair exclusive ciders. Which includes blackberry, pineapple and passion fruit flavors. Plus, a hazy spin on…
SILVER BAY, Minn. — In this week’s Knowing Your Neighbor segment we take you to North Shore Adventure Park. Located in Silver Bay, the business has high rope courses and zip lines for all ages. Categories: Business, Entertainment, News, News – Latest News
DULUTH, Minn. — Going to the doctors can be stressful, especially for kids. So in honor of National Health Center Week, a local center is putting a spin on health care. Lake Superior Community Health Center is hosting a Super Hero Week! Throughout the week young hero’s could get their super powers examined for their yearly checkup. From “laser vison…
DULUTH, Minn. — Spirit Mountain hosts a variety of summer camps, getting kids and teens interested in hitting the bike trails. One camp focuses on ages 18 months to 5 years old. The Balance Bike, Bubbles and Bananas camp is teaching future mountain bikers the basics of riding. Balance bikes are small bicycles with no pedals, and are propelled by…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — When gymnastics hits the spotlight every four years, young athletes are inspired by Team USA. One local gym, Twin Ports Gymnastics says when the Olympics takes place future gymnasts take notice. The summer games, comes with an increase in calls and class attendance. As young girls and boys watched Team USA take home hardware, they’re often inspired…
