Author: Ryan Compeau

Duluth International Airport Sees Large Passenger Increase

Passenger numbers have grown by 15% between July and September

DULUTH, Minn.- Leadership at the Duluth International Airport say they’ve seen passenger numbers grow by 15% between July to September. The addition of American Airlines service to Chicago helped contribute to a 14% increase this year with travelers choosing Duluth over the Twin Cities. More competition also brought the average ticket price down 5%. “It just opens up opportunities. We…

Time to Prepare for the Ice Fishing Season

The season is quickly approaching, which means it's time to stock up on all your ice fishing needs

DULUTH, Minn.- Lakes and rivers may not be frozen yet, but that isn’t stopping ice anglers from getting ready for the upcoming season. At the ice fishing expo at Black Bear Casino, people can buy everything rods, to tackle, to full ice houses. Kids can even fish in the trout pond and win prizes. While it may still be early…

An Early Halloween Celebration

Sterling Silver Dance Studio is getting spooky all week long

SUPERIOR, Wis.- A Superior dance studio is starting its Halloween celebrations early this year. Sterling Silver Dance Studio is getting spooky all week long as the students are dressing up as they prepare to show off their moves this weekend. The director tells us this isn’t the only time they dress up, that way the kids are creative throughout the…

Beer Collaboration to Help Disabled Veterans

You will soon be able to enjoy a new brew at Canal Park Brewery, for a good cause

DULUTH, Minn.- You will soon be able to enjoy a new brew in Duluth, while helping disabled military veterans in the Northland. It’s happening at Canal Park Brewery. The company has partnered with ‘Lake Superior Warriors’ to create a special craft beer. Wednesday, some local veterans worked with the master brewer, a veteran himself, to get the process going. “It’s…

Wind Gusts Don’t Stop Bayfront Tree Workers

40 mile per hour gusts wouldn't stop workers from putting lights up on the Bayfront Christmas Tree

DULUTH, Minn.- Wind gusts weren’t as bad as they were yesterday in Duluth, but gusts did exceed forty miles per hour, which didn’t stop workers from putting up the lights on the Christmas tree down in Bayfield Park Tuesday. One of the workers we spoke with who has been doing this for 11 years, the bad weather doesn’t affect him….

Life House Celebrates New Expansion

Life House opened its new Annex and Commons space

DULUTH, Minn.- Life House in Duluth which provides homeless and street youth from ages 14-24 with support, housing, and a safe alternative opened it’s doors today to it’s new space called the Annex. The future education and employment program over at Life House on West First Street in downtown Duluth has a new home. After renovations to the former Cooper’s…

Knowing Your Neighbors: Diamond Tool Reunion

25 years ago this month, Diamond Tool and Horseshoe Company in West Duluth closed its doors

DULUTH, Minn.- Twenty-five years ago this month, Diamond Tool and Horseshoe Company in West Duluth closed its doors. And last week, co-workers gathered to celebrate, and catch up with one another. Diamond Tool’s former office and factory employees gathered at Kom-On-Inn in West Duluth for a special anniversary. The local business at 4702 Grand Avenue began as Diamond Calk Horse…

Prep Football: Tigers, Spartans Ready to Begin Postseason

The Wisconsin high school football brackets were released Saturday and Northwestern and Superior will see their 2019 season continue

DULUTH, Minn.- The Wisconsin high school football brackets were released Saturday, and two local teams will see their seasons continue. Northwestern, fresh off their undefeated season for the second year in a row, will host a first round playoff game Friday night as they will take on Nekoosa in Division 5 action. The Tigers aren’t the only ones playoff bound…

UMD Men’s Basketball Team Receives High Praise From NSIC Coaches

The Bulldogs were picked to finish 1st in the North Division, and Brandon Myer pegged as the North Division Player of the Year

DULUTH, Minn.- The Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference released it annual preseason coaches poll for men’s basketball, and the UMD men’s basketball team were picked to finish first in the Northern Division, and third overall in the conference. The coaches selected Minnesota-Duluh to finish first in the Northern Division with 49 points, 9 points clear of defending conference champions Northern State….

UMD Men’s Hockey Team Struggles Offensively Again Versus Wisconsin

The Bulldogs were only able to muster up a goal Saturday night against the Badgers

MADISON, Wis.- UMD men’s hockey put 58 shots on the Wisconsin goaltender, but fell 3-1 at Kohl Center. This was also the first time since last March that UMD would be swept in a weekend series when they took on St. Cloud State as they were unable to get their offensive game going, falling to Wisconsin Saturday night 3-1. After…

College Volleyball: UW-Superior victorious in Home Finale, St. Scholastica Falls at Home

The Yellowjackets picked up a sweep of Bethany Lutheran, while the Saints fell in four sets to No. 12 St. Benedict

DULUTH, Minn.- In their home finale of the 2019 campaign, the UW-Superior women’s volleyball team made quick work of Bethany Lutheran in UMAC action in straight sets Saturday afternoon. Leading the way for the Yellowjackets was Cami Sletta with 10 kills, and Yana Carrera with 18 digs. The Yellowjackets are back in UMAC play Tuesday night at Northwestern (Minn.). For…

UW-Superior Soccer Sweeps Minnesota Morris in UMAC Play

The Yellowjacket men and women would pitch shut-outs Saturday afternoon

DULUTH, Minn.- On the women’s side of action, the UW-Superior soccer team extended its winning streak in UMAC play to five matches thanks to a 2-0 victory over visiting Minnesota Morris. Emma Street, and Kenzie Oelherking found the back of the net and Madison Gutekunst picked up her second shut-out of the season. For the Yellowjacket men, Blake Perry would…

UMD Women’s Hockey Team Falls Short for Second Night in a Row

The Bulldogs threw plenty of pucks on net, but fell 2-1 to Bemidji State Saturday afternoon

BEMIDJI, Minn.- For the second night in a row, the No. 8 UMD women’s hockey team could not solve Beaver goaltender Lauren Bench as she turned away 27 of the 28 Bulldog shots. The opening frame would be scoreless, but Bemidji would jump out to a 2-0 lead at the midway point of the contest. Anneke Linser would pot the…

St. Scholastica Football Comeback Falls Short

The Saints trailed 20-0 at one point, but fell to Greenville in an offensive shoot-out 40-34

GREENVILLE, IL.- Saints quarterback Zach Edwards threw for over 500 yards, but wouldn’t be enough as St. Scholastica fell to Greenville 40-34. The first half was dominated by the Panthers as they built up a 20-6 lead going into the halftime break. Greenville would extend their lead to 27-6 before Edwards would lead St. Scholastica back from that deficit to…

UMD Football Struggles in Interdivisional NSIC Road Loss

No. 23 Bulldogs couldn't get offense going in 34-3 loss to Sioux Falls

SIOUX FALLS, S.D.- The Bulldogs would only be able to muster up a total of 133 yards in their loss Saturday afternoon to Sioux Falls. Dan Branger would provide the lone points for UMD as he nailed a 40-yard field goal just past the midway point in the opening quarter. From then on, Sioux Falls would score 27 unanswered points…

Great Outdoors: Team Duluth Ski Club Kicks Off Season

Snow may not be sticking to the ground yet, but members gathered Tuesday night getting ready for the upcoming season

DULUTH, Minn.- Snow may not be sticking to the ground yet for skiers and snowboarders, but Tuesday night was the kick off open house for the 2019 winter season for Team Duluth Ski Club. Team Duluth Ski Club Participates in competitive racing and training for alpine, freestyle, and snowboard athletes that send 6 to 18 year olds all over the…

Father of Jackson Pfister Speaks Out

Jackson's father says his son was a leader who was always looking out for others who struggled

ESKO, Minn.- Last Friday night, a 15-year-old Esko football player collapsed during a game and later died. Fox 21’s Ryan Compeau talked with Jackson Pfister’s father Matt over the phone. “Jackson was a leader who was always looking out for others who struggled and often cared more about classmates than himself”, said Pfister. Jackson died Friday night after collapsing during…

Pumpkin Giveaway and Halloween Celebration

A local Duluth realtor is hosting a pumpkin pick-up for clients, customers and friends

DULUTH, Minn.- One local Duluth realtor is hosting a pumpkin pickup for the clients, customers, and friends that they do business with on a daily basis. J.S. Realty is keeping the yearly tradition going of giving away free pumpkins to members of the community, along with giving them a home cooked meal, and just catching up with friends. “Real estate…

UMD Creates Murals for Land Acknowledgement

Two new murals will soon be available for all to see at UMD's Kirby Student Center

DULUTH, Minn.- Two murals will be painted at UMD this week both inside and outside of the Kirby Student Center. UMD is built on tribal land, and the murals are a way for the university to honor the Dakota and Anishinaabe people. A local artist painting these murals says it’s important for the students to get the full background of…

Doctor Advises Yearly Heart Scan

A doctor at St. Luke's is advising people of all ages to get a yearly heart scan

DULUTH, Minn.- A doctor at St. Luke’s is advising people of all ages to get a yearly heart scan to make sure everything is working the right way. D, Anemona Anghel is the head of Cardiology at St. Luke’s. She says a cardiac event is usually an arrhythmic event that makes the heart stop causing a person to collapse, which…

School Community Remembers Jackson Pfister

Classmates say Jackson will never be forgotten

ESKO, Minn.- We are learning the cause of death for the 15-year-old Esko football player who collapsed and died Friday night during the Eskomos football game in Aitkin. According to the Ramsey County Medical Examiner’s Office, the death of Jackson Pfister was natural due to congenital heart disease. Two days following the death of their teammate, Esko football players returned…

Sports Cards, Coin, and Memorabilia Show

Sports fanatics got to check out some vintage collectibles at Miller Hill Mall Saturday

DULUTH, Minn.- Sports fanatics got to check out some vintage collectibles at Miller Hill Mall Saturday. Forty tables filled with new and vintage cards of all sports, autographed items like jerseys and bobbleheads, and even Pokemon cards, gave the public a diverse choice of cards to collect. “It’s just kind of nice to get a show like us that deals…

Esko Student Athlete Dies Following Cardiac Event

15-year-old Jackson Pfister collapsed Friday night and later died at the hospital

ESKO, Minn.- We are learning more about the 15-year-old Esko High School football player who died Friday night after collapsing on the field during a game. School officials say Jackson Pfister made an impact on his and in his community. People in the town of Esko, say this tragedy is the worst thing that could happen in the small close-knit…

Art and Comedy Show Comes to UW-Superior

The show celebrates comedians of past and present along with the public getting a chance to do stand-up

SUPERIOR, Wis.- A show that celebrates comedians of the past and present, that opens the conversation of things that wouldn’t be allowed back when some comedians were performing will be discussed Friday at UW-Superior. There is also fifty portraits including Bob Saget, Ellen Degeneres, and even David Letterman. Along with those portraits the public can get a chance to look…

Costco Submits Application to Develop in Duluth

The site would include the department store, gas station, and liquor store at Haines Road and West Arrowhead Road

DULUTH, Minn.- A city spokesperson has confirmed to Fox 21 that Costco has submitted an application with the city to develop in Duluth. The plan would call for a store to be developed at the Haines Road and West Arrowhead Road intersection on a site of about 60 acres. The land borders between Duluth and Hermantown. The site would include…

New Housing, Retail Development Breaks Ground

Ground has been broken in the heart of downtown Superior

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Ground has been broken for a new housing and retail development in the heart of downtown Superior. Crews are now on site of the property along Belknap Street, where Central High School once stood. The 130 unit complex called “Central Flats” will offer one, two and three bedroom apartments beginning at $850 dollars a month. The project is…

Last “Summer Day” in the Northland

Sunny and 70 degrees brought everyone out to Canal Park's boardwalk Wednesday

DULUTH, Minn.- With nasty weather on the way, and today being so nice, people were out enjoying the weather. Those of all ages enjoyed the boardwalk on Canal Park one final time in the 2019 calendar year. Folks were getting ice cream, feeding the birds, or just enjoying themselves on the beautiful day. People filled the park, and one visitor…

Ordinance Moves to Ban Smoking in Parks

The Parks and Recreation commission passed the ordinance Wednesday night, and will now head to the Superior City Council

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Some Superior city leaders are looking to ban smoking and vaping near playgrounds at parks in Superior. The Parks and Rec Commission called a special meeting Wednesday night and passed the ordinance that originally would have banned smoking in Superior parks, but now could just ban it near playgrounds. The ban would include lighted cigars, cigarettes, pipes, vape…

Great Outdoors: Birkie Training Begins Without Snow

The American Birkebeiner is four and a half months away, but the intense training for some is beginning

DULUTH, Minn.- The American Birkebeiner is four and a half months away. But preparation is intensifying for a group of skiers ready to take on North America’s largest cross-country ski marathon. Snow may not be falling just yet, but that isn’t stopping a group of skiers from some intense conditioning for the 50 kilometer race from Cable to Hayward Wisconsin….

Tips Out on the Water for Fly Fishing

Excited anglers for the fall season all gathered Tuesday night

DULUTH, Minn.- Meanwhile, even though snow is in the forecast, anglers are all about the fall fishing season. Tuesday night at UMD, people learned about local fisheries, where they can go to fish or fly fish, and learn what type of fish they can catch. A member of the Gitche Gumme Trout Unlimited tells us it’s also about anglers keeping…

Golfer’s Take Advantage of Warm Weather

Nemadji Golf Course in Superior was filled with golfers getting one last round in

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The other big story Tuesday was the weather. With snow in the forecast for this weekend, golfers took advantage of the warm and sunny day Tuesday. People of all ages filled Nemadji Golf Course in Superior, thankful for possibly one last time to hit the green. “Oh it’s really nice like I said, when you get this kind…

German Oktoberfest Takes Over Hoops Brewing

Grab your lederhosen's and dirndls, friends and get ready for some German beer here in Duluth

DULUTH, Minn.- Men dressed in Lederhosen’s, women showed off their dirndls, and beerdrinkers from all over the Northland got a little taste of Germany in Duluth Saturday. Hoops Brewery hosted their annual Oktoberfest celebration and the people had a chance to try some special beers including the number 704 Apple Ale, and number 67 Wiesn Bier. Hoops tells us it’s…

New Fitness Studio Opens in Duluth

Movo Studio officially opened their doors Saturday night

DULUTH, Minn.- Move and be moved. That’s the goal for a Duluth fitness center that is just getting started in its new space downtown. Movo Studio is all about moving to make a difference in your life and those around you. Movo focuses on high intensity workouts that will make their customers feel strong and comfortable in their own skin….

10-Year-Old Puts Together Winter Clothing Drive

Cold weather is settling in here in the Northland, and with it comes the need for additional warmer clothes

DULUTH, Minn.- Cold weather is settling in here in the Northland, and snow has already fallen in some parts of the region. In honor of winter on the way, a Duluth clothing drive was held to make sure people are staying warm during the frigid season. About a month ago, 10 year old Chloe Carr told her mom she wanted…

Going Back in Time of Film Photography

Kids are learning to take pictures with something other than their smartphones

DULUTH, Minn.- Kids twelve and older who probably have only taken photos with devices like smartphones can now learn about other ways to take pictures, with both film cameras and digital ones in a youth photography club in Duluth. The kids are exploring the art of film photography, use the elements of photography and how to take better shots, learning…

Showing Memories Through Photos

LSC students traveled overseas this past summer, and now are showing off their memories with classmates

DULUTH, Minn.- Some students who traveled overseas this past summer are now sharing their pictures with fellow classmates at LSC. Students from Lake Superior College spent time in the Dominican Republic with nurses, doctors, and nutritional experts to help D.R.’s residents’ health issues. Others went to France and Italy to experience something different than northeast Minnesota. One student who went…

Best of Area Orchestra Members Show Off With Honors Concert

The theme of the concert was the four seasons with performances of pieces by Vivaldi, Bach and Eric Whitacre.

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Thorpe Langley Auditorium at UW-Superior showcased the talented high school string students. Those students got to rehearse for one day, before hitting the stage as one to perform in front of family and friends. UWS Orchestra Director Erin Aldridge says it’s a great opportunity for the kids to show off their talents to a large audience. “What…

Essentia Health Purchases New Property

Essentia Health bought five properties Monday, but no plans are set on what the land will be used for

DULUTH, Minn.- Essentia Health has made a strategic investment in plans for the future regarding their $800 million dollar expansion, which it recently broke ground on. Essentia Health just bought five properties to build on, all of which are currently residences. Plans aren’t set in stone yet, but Essentia Health says it bought the five properties to build a new…

Bent Paddle Approaching ‘Growler Cap’

Bent Paddle has a strategic plan that hopes to allow them to sell growlers for at least two more years

DULUTH, Minn.- As Castle Danger Brewery in Two Harbors hits the cap on growler sales for this year, bent paddle is also approaching the cap, mandated by the state. It’s all because of a Minnesota la that says once a brewery produces more than 20,000 barrels in a year those breweries are prohibited from selling the 64 ounce growlers to…

Castle Danger Brewery Hits ‘Growler Cap’

Growler sales at Castle Danger in Two Harbors came to a halt Monday

TWO HARBORS, Minn.- Growler sales are coming to a halt for the rest of the year at Castle Danger Brewery in Two Harbors. It’s all because of a Minnesota state law that says once a brewery produces more than 20,000 barrels in a year those breweries are prohibited from selling the 64 ounce growlers for customers to take home from…

Lester River Rendezvous Hosts Thousands for Fun of All Ages

The annual autumn tradition celebrated the lifestyles and folkways of voyageurs in Minnesota

DULUTH, Minn.- A Duluth Autumn tradition filled Lester Park for a day filled with fun for all ages to attend. The 21st annual Lester River Rendezvous celebrates the lifestyles and folkways of the voyageurs in Minnesota. A little chilly weather didn’t stop nearly five thousand people from coming out to Lester Park to enjoy the day. The event featured more…

Fill-a-Truck Food Drive

The Fill-a-Truck event continues Sunday from 9am until 4pm

DULUTH, Minn.- As winter draws near, local organizations stress the need to feed nearly a 100,000 people in Duluth every year. Union Gospel Mission of Duluth is filling trucks full of food so they can continue to serve hot, nutritional meals for those in need. One of the board members we spoke with today, says giving back to the community…

William A. Irvin to be Back in Minnesota Slip in Coming Weeks

The Irvin, however, won't be open to the public until next summer

DULUTH, Minn.- We are learning the William A. Irvin will be back in the Minnesota Slip in the coming weeks. The Irvin has been at a dry dock in Fraser Shipyards getting detailed maintenance done to it. Fraser Shipyards is cleaning the bottom of the boat, while AMI Consulting is inspecting all of the rivets to check which ones need…

Addressing The Vaping Epidemic

There are now over 800 confirmed and probably cases of lung injuries associated to e-cigarette use

DULUTH, Minn.- There are now over 800 confirmed and probably case of lung injury associated with e-cigarette use in 46 states according to the CDC. A week ago there were just 530 which is why a vaping forum was held today with local medical experts. There have been 13 deaths in 10 different states across the U.S. including one in…

WITC Celebrates Completed Renovations

Construction work is on the move at WITC for the first time in forty years

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Wednesday night, WITC in Superior celebrated a new $1.5 million dollar renovation project. It’s part of a multi-year effort to update the aging campus. For the first time in 40 years, construction work is on the move at Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College. Over the summer of 2018 during phase one, the main building got an exterior paint job…

KD’s Opens Third Restaurant in Superior

Kickin' Delicious third location focuses on dinner rather than breakfast like the other Superior location

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The former Breakwater Restaurant in Superior is now home to Kickin’ Delicious third location in northeast Wisconsin. KD’s Itasca Bay Family Restaurant recently opened its doors to a new demographic. Their other locations include Solon Springs and KD’s on Tower Avenue, but this location focuses more on dinner items than breakfast. One of the owners tells us, just…

Ways Area Can Respond to Climate Crisis

A group in Duluth is looking to find ways the community can stop or mitigate climate change locally

DULUTH, Minn.- There’s a group in Duluth, that is looking to find ways the community can stop or mitigate climate change locally. Tuesday, that group launched a climate resolution emergency plan requesting action from Duluth City Council. The United Nation’s Climate Science Body says we have approximately 10 years to reduce carbon output, and to reduce the temperature before it…

Reducing Stormwater Pollution

The forum taught public members ways to prevent drains being backed up which can cause flooding

DULUTH, Minn.- Home and business owners got tips on how to reduce stormwater pollution today with an event put on by the Regional Stormwater Protection Team. It taught them ways on how to prevent backups of stormwater drains which can cause streets to flood. “It is very important to have a close nit relationship with the public to get peoples…

Knowing Your Neighbors: New Tattoo Shop in Lincoln Park

Stronghold Tattoo Studio adds to the revitalization of Lincoln Park

DULUTH, Minn.- Looking to get a tattoo touched up, or even get one before the winter season begins? A new shop has opened up in Lincoln Park. Lincoln Park’s revitalization is continuing to grow as a new tattoo shop has opened their doors. Stronghold Tattoo Studio is just another business added to the new look Lincoln Park that has people…