UMD Hosts ‘Haunted Halls’ For The 20th Year
The halls of UMD became pretty scary Tuesday with all type of critters.
Author: Site Staff
Battling the ‘Middle Age Spread’
As we get older, it becomes harder to get rid of that spare tire also known as the “middle age spread.”
Northland Pets Show Off Halloween Costumes
Check out our gallery of pets modeling their Halloween attire!
Researchers: Processed Meats Cause Cancer
World Health Organization Releases New Warning
Researchers say bacon, hot dogs, cold cuts and other processed meat raise the risk of cancer.
Study Reveals Big Economic Impact From Arts, Culture
A just-released study shows Duluth is the No. 3 in the state for economic impact from the arts and culture scene.
34th Annual Kevin Kadermas Memorial Meatball Dinner
Helps Support Superior Special Olympics
Northlanders dined on a meatball dinner to help support local Special Olympics Monday.
More Campers Using State Parks This Year
Numbers Beat 2012 Record
New figures show a record number of campers visited Wisconsin state parks this year.
Coach Flip Saunders Dies Of Cancer
He Was 60 Years Old
Flip Saunders, the longtime NBA coach who won more than 650 games in nearly two decades and was trying to rebuild the Minnesota Timberwolves as team president, coach and part owner, died Sunday, the team said. He was 60.
Special Olympics Bowling Tournament
130 Athletes Take Part in the Fun
More than 130 athletes laced up their bowling shoes to knock down some pins Saturday afternoon.
Flags for Fallen Military
5K Run/Walk Organized by High School Student
More than 50 people took part in a 5K run/walk Saturday morning in Minong to raise money for Flags for Fallen Military.
One Roof Community Housing Fundraiser
Hope to Raise $30,000
Friday evening community members got a chance to raise the roof. One Roof Community Housing held its annual fundraiser at Clyde Iron works.
17th Annual Shoot for Fun Sets Records
Money Raised Goes to Courage Kenny of the Northland
The 17th annual Shoot for Fun, which helps to raise funds for Courage Kenny of the Northland knocked it out of the ballpark this September.
Science Spooktacular
Mixing Halloween and Science
Hundreds came out for an evening of fun at the Science Spooktacular held at Congdon Park Elementary Friday evening.
Cook Man Charged in Connection to Colorado Hunting Death
Cook Man Facing Lawsuit for Death of 14-Year-Old While Hunting
A man accused of fatally shooting a 14-year-old boy while hunting on western Colorado’s Grand Mesa has been served with a federal wrongful death lawsuit.
Thousands Say Goodbye to Deputy Steven Sandberg
By: Paul Blume, KMSP
Thousands gathered in Aitkin on Friday to pay their final respects to Deputy Steven Sandberg.
Duluth Firefighters Celebrate ‘Operation Warm’ Fundraiser
The party was rockin’ Thursday night at Clyde Iron for Operation Warm.
Library Hosts ‘Read For The Record’ Event
The Duluth Public Library invited children and their parents to participate in “Read for the Record” Thursday night.
Community Fund Hosts ‘Taste Of Hermantown’
The 8th annual Taste of Hermantown was a hit Thursday night.
Biotech Company Sets Sights on Iron Range
Sweetwater Energy Working on Mt. Iron Plant
It’s a first of its kind operation coming to the Iron Range and it’s bringing more than 100 new jobs.
Couple Sails 3,700-miles to Winter at Spirit Lake Marina
Will Brave Frigid Temps to Live in Their Sailboat
3,700 miles later and an adventurous couple have landed in Duluth to spend the winter on their sailboat.
Free Fresh Pressed Cider
300-Pounds of Apples
If you were near Harrison Community Center Wednesday you might have seen a stand for free apple cider.
Tree Stands Recalled
Climbing Tree Stands Recalled
Those preparing for fall hunting should be aware of a recall with some tree stands.
Plaintiff in Clergy Abuse Case Wants $11.7 Million
First Clergy Sex Abuse Case to be Argued in Front of Jury
The attorney for a man who says he was molested by a priest in the Duluth diocese as a boy is asking a jury to award the man $11.7 million.
3M Restructuring Includes 1,500 Job Cuts
A Third of Job Cuts to Come in U.S.
3M has announced a restructuring plan that will cut 1,500 jobs worldwide.
House Conservatives Back Ryan, Opening Door to a New Speaker
Two-thirds Vote Supports Ryan
Congressman Paul Ryan seems all but assured of becoming the next House speaker, now that the Wisconsin Republican has won the backing of most members of the pugnacious House Freedom Caucus.
Parents: Playground Rubber Mulch Is Toxic
School District Reviewing Concerns
Some Duluth parents are seriously concerned about pieces of shredded rubber tires that blanket playground at elementary school in the Duluth School District.
Superior Liquor Store, Bar Owners ‘Devastated’ By Council Vote
Some liquor store and bar owners in Superior say they’re devastated after a city council ruling.
Botox May Prevent Irregular Heart Rhythm
It turns out Botox might be useful for more than just zapping wrinkles.
Caribou Coffee Promotion Supports Solvay Hospice House
You can enjoy a warm cup of coffee and support local families at the same time.
‘Cancer: Go Fly a Kite’ Event Kicks Off Saturday
You can help in the fight against cancer this weekend.
Coast Guard Teams Prepare for Great Lakes Ice Breaking
U.S. Coast Guard Prepares for Icebreaking Season
U.S. and Canadian Coast Guard officials are looking ahead to the winter icebreaking season on the Great Lakes.
Public Asked to Weigh in on Allowing Vendors on Lakewalk
Duluth Puts Out Survey on Commercial Activity on Lakewalk
The city of Duluth is considering allowing vendors on the Lakewalk but they want to get the public’s input first.
Assembly Passes Bill Ending Secret John Doe Probes
The Wisconsin Assembly has passed a Republican-backed bill that would do away with secret John Doe investigations into political misconduct.
Dancers, Drummers Celebrate Lake Superior Ojibwe Gallery Dedication
Dancers and drummers from the Fond du Lac Reservation kicked off a dedication of the new Lake Superior Ojibwe Gallery Monday.
Teenage Girl Center of School Threat Investigation
Student Goes to South Ridge School
An investigation is underway into what St. Louis County authorities say were threats made by a 13-year-old student on Facebook about her school.
Duluth City Council, Mayoral Candidates Host Final Forum
Monday night was the last chance for Duluthians to hear from city council and mayoral candidates about where they stand on the big issues.
Pop-Up Shops Fill Downtown Storefronts
Keeping Downtown Storefronts Filled with Occupants
It has been an issue the city of Duluth has dealt with for quite some time, how to keep businesses in downtown Duluth and storefronts filled.
‘Vision Duluth’ Launches For Equity, Democracy
A new plan for more equity in Duluth has launched as Vision Duluth.
Doctors: Cut Out All Alcohol While Pregnant
Doctors Can't Guarantee One Drink Won't Cause a Health Problem
It sounds like a no-brainer, but health experts are telling moms to cut out all alcohol while they’re pregnant.
MnDOT Hosts Highway 210 Project Open House
The Minnesota Department of Transportation received some feedback about the potential impact of construction work near historic properties in Carlton.
Volunteers Carve Pumpkins for Glensheen’s ‘Spooktacular’
Hundreds of people spent their Sunday carving pumpkins at Glensheen Mansion.
9th Annual Bowling to Beat Breast Cancer
Country Lanes hosted a celebration of breast cancer survivors and fellowship Sunday.
What is Herbal Viagra?
It’s available nearly everywhere – gas stations, sex shops and all over the internet with dozens of brands.
Cliffs CEO Threatens to Close Minnesota Taconite Operation
The chief executive of Cliffs Natural Resources says he’ll close one of his operations on Minnesota’s Iron Range if an Essar Steel taconite plant under construction in Nashwauk goes into production.
BCA: Aitkin Co. Deputy Shot, Killed at St. Cloud Hospital
Suspect Subdued With Stun Gun, Died Shortly After
Authorities say a suspect in a domestic incident grabbed a gun from an Aitkin County sheriff’s deputy at St. Cloud Hospital and killed the officer.
Goosebumps Gala at Duluth Library
Celebrates Popular R.L. Stine Book Series and New Movie Release
Some Northland kids got messy at the Duluth Public Library Friday.
New Movie Production Studio Opening on Iron Range
A movie production company says financial incentives from the state of Minnesota prompted it to open a new studio on the Iron Range.
Handling Picky Eaters
Many families have picky eaters, but a small number of them are extremely picky eaters.
Burrito Union Debuts New Menu
Cooking Connection: Burrito Union Tacos Al Pastor
For this week’s Cooking Connection, William Seay makes tacos with Burrito Union.
Coast Guard Crews Begin Replacement of Great Lakes Buoys
The U.S. Coast Guard has begun its annual mission to remove buoys and beacons from the Great Lakes and the St. Lawrence Seaway before winter.
