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Christmas Trees Given to Veterans

Multiple Wisconsin veterans' organizations gathered in Superior today to raise holiday cheer for those that served.

SUPERIOR, Wis.-Multiple Wisconsin veterans’ organizations gathered in Superior today to raise holiday cheer for those that served. More than 30 Christmas trees were being offered up at the corner of Catlin and Winter streets for free for veterans. Those organizing the event said the program serves as a type of therapy for the volunteers. “A lot of veterans need to…

Purple Heart Winners Honored in Duluth Today

Purple Heart Recipients were honored in Duluth earlier today for all they have sacrificed for their country.

DULUTH, Minn.-Purple Heart Recipients were honored in Duluth earlier today for all they have sacrificed for their country. The St. Louis County Board passed a resolution today honoring those who were wounded in action. With that, the county was also named a Purple Heart County, a title the local chapter of the Military Order of the Purple Heart, has been…

Salvation Army Fundraising Season Begins

The Salvation Army's fundraising season has begun.

DULUTH, Minn.-The Salvation Army’s fundraising season has begun. Earlier today their annual civic luncheon was held at the Inn on Lake Superior to kickoff efforts to raise funds for their food and toy drive, while also getting ready for their Red Kettle event. Leadership from the group said many Northlander’s struggle throughout the year, but many have a hard time…

Spirit Mountain Begins Making Snow

If snow falling from the sky isn't enough for you, Spirit Mountain is also getting in on the action as they started making their own snow this week.

DULUTH, Minn.-If snow falling from the sky isn’t enough for you, Spirit Mountain is also getting in on the action as they started making their own snow this week. Management there said the recent cold snap has made for ideal conditions for making the white stuff. They couldn’t be happier about it either, as it makes them feel more connected…

Raleigh Academy Honors Veterans

This Sunday veterans will be honored across the country during ceremonies for Veterans Day.

DULUTH, Minn.-This Sunday veterans will be honored across the country during ceremonies for Veterans Day. Today the Raleigh Academy School got in on the celebrations early with a Veterans Day event of their own. During the program students got to meet veterans from around the area while singing songs to them. Raleigh Academy has held a program honoring veterans every…

Venison Processing Businesses Busy

We are less than a week into the rifle deer season in Minnesota, but that hasn't stopped venison processors from staying busy.

DULUTH, Minn.-We are less than a week into the rifle deer season in Minnesota, but that hasn’t stopped venison processors from staying busy. Over at Old World Meats on Basswood Avenue butchers tells us they have been abnormally busy all week making all kinds of products including sausage and venison hamburger. Management there said they believe the busyness is due…

Gov. Walker Visits Northland

As we close in on election day, that means multiple candidates are stopping in the Northland to drum up support for their campaign.

SUPERIOR, Wis.-As we close in on election day, that means multiple candidates are stopping in the Northland to drum up support for their campaign. Today was no different as Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker held a rally at the Bong Airport in Superior. Walker is in a tight race against Democratic candidate Tony Evers. Walker said even though the polls are…

St. Luke’s Fundraiser Being Held

The St. Luke's Volunteer Service Guild Holiday Sale began today in the hospital's gift shop.

DULUTH, Minn.-The St. Luke’s Volunteer Service Guild Holiday Sale began today in the hospital’s gift shop. All sales from that event will help provide for services for its patients. “It’s a lot of fun, it was fun setting up seeing all the new things – every year we have new things,” said Pam Nylander, president of volunteer services. The event,…

Experts Offer Tips for Online Security

With constant headlines focusing on data breaches and other computer security concerns, Douglas County is becoming more proactive in helping the public fight back against hackers.

SUPERIOR, Wis.-With constant headlines focusing on data breaches and other computer security concerns, Douglas County is becoming more proactive in helping the public fight back against hackers. Earlier today a workshop was held at the Douglas County Service Center where the public and small business owners became more aware of the basic steps to protecting themselves online. Experts say some…

Local Package Experts Discuss Safety

With package safety at the forefront of many American's minds, Fox 21 stopped at a local package business to find out how they keep the shipping industry safe.

DULUTH, Minn.-With package safety at the forefront of many American’s minds, Fox 21 stopped at a local package business to find out how they keep the shipping industry safe. Management there said they like to see packages remain open before they are boxed up. They will also ask you a lot of questions when you come in about your shipment…

Ballot Equipment Tested Today in St. Louis County

We are less than two weeks away from the general election, and that means local election officials are preparing for the big day.

DULUTH, Minn.-We are less than two weeks away from the general election, and that means local election officials are preparing for the big day. Earlier today, St. Louis County held a voting equipment test, which would reveal any flaws they have in their system. “We’re very happy everything is running smoothly … we’ve had minimal issues,” said Phil Chapman, the…

Mega Millions, Powerball Jackpots Climb

$1.6 billion - that's the estimated jackpot for tomorrow's Mega Millions drawing.

DULUTH, Minn.-$1.6 billion – that’s the estimated jackpot for tomorrow’s Mega Millions drawing. Wednesday’s Powerball jackpot is also climbing to more than $600 million. Today Fox 21 spoke with a math expert on what your odds on winning actually are. A professor at UMD said the odds of hitting the Mega Millions is about one in 300,000,000. Mathematically he says…

Sen. Smith Visits Northland

Democratic Senator Tina Smith made a stop in Duluth today as she tries to drum up support for her campaign.

DULUTH, Minn.-Democratic Senator Tina Smith made a stop in Duluth today as she tries to drum up support for her campaign. Her first stop of the day was at Ecolibrium 3 in Lincoln Park where she met with local officials to talk about housing issues in the area. She said her goal today was to get a better understanding of…

Purple Heart Recipients to go on Outdoors Excursion

Purple Heart recipients are descending on the Northland for a special outdoors excursion.

DULUTH, Minn.-Purple Heart recipients are descending on the Northland for a special outdoors excursion. Five veterans arrived in Duluth today as they head out to Delta, WI for all the fishing and hunting they can handle. The event, being organized by the Wounded Warriors in Action Foundation, is meant to serve as a way to relieve stress for the Purple…

Oktoberfest begins in Northland

DULUTH, Minn.-Oktoberfest has begun in Duluth. Today marks the beginning of the 43rd annual Oktoberfest for all of Grandma’s restaurants in the Northland. The event features plenty of German beer and food along with polka music all while serving as a reunion for community members. Oktoberfest runs through the middle of next month. To find a complete schedule of events,…