Monday, July 10, 2017, Morning Forecast
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Author: William Seay
Friday, July 7, 2017, Morning Forecast
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Fees to Enter Minnesota State Parks Increase
CLOQUET, Minn. — For the first time in about a decade, the fees to visit Minnesota’s state parks have increased. Daily park passes have increased from five dollars to seven, and yearly passes for passenger vehicles have increased from 25 to 35 dollars. The changes began at the beginning of July. Lisa Angelos, Park Manager at Jay Cooke State Park,…
Preparedness is Key for Surviving Severe Storms While Camping
CLOQUET, Minn. — It’s been an active summer for thunderstorms, and last night’s severe weather was no exception. At the camp sites at Jay Cooke State Park, most of the damage affected their unpaved roads and biking trails. But for campers, the experts there do have a few tips to plan ahead if you’re camping during inclement weather. Being…
Multimillion Dollar Investment Could Mean Big Changes for Cloquet Parks
CLOQUET, Minn. — The City of Cloquet is going to make big improvements on its parks, thanks to more than four million dollars in sales tax revenue. Those dollars will be used in a large project focused on Dunlap Island and Broadway. And right now, on the east end of Dunlap Island, in the place known as Voyageur’s Park doesn’t…
Thursday, July 6, 2017, Morning Forecast
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Duluth City Council President Officially Files for Re-Election
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth City Council President Joel Sipress is officially running for re-election. Sipress officially filed his paperwork at around 11:00 a.m. earlier this morning. Sipress has been serving the Second District in Duluth since being appointed in 2013, and was chosen as the Council President at the beginning of this year. He says he will continue to push…
Experimental Bike Lane Opens in Downtown Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. — The City of Duluth is experimenting with a bike lane, downtown on Michigan Street. The protected bike lane is part of a demonstration by the Duluth-Superior Metropolitan Interstate Council. The path has two lanes and runs three blocks on Michigan Street near the Transportation Depot. It prevents parking on the lower side of the street. The bike…
Cultural Center Focuses on Native American Heritage, Art
DULUTH, Minn. — A building that celebrates Native American art and culture in Duluth now has a new name. The building on 2nd street in Duluth, formerly known as Trepanier Hall is now the Dr. Robert Powless Cultural Center, a dedication made official at a ribbon cutting earlier today. Dr. Powless is Professor Emeritus in the Department of American Indian…
Wednesday, July 5, 2017, Morning Forecast
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Independence Day, 2017, Morning Forecast
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Monday, July 3, 2017, Morning Forecast
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Doctors Say Wearing Sunscreen Could Have an Impact on Health Later in Life
DULUTH, Minn. — July is just around the corner, and it’s only going to get warmer as the summer months continue. Doctors say that you should always take precautions when you know you’re going to be outside in the summer sun. Applying sunscreen is the most basic way to prevent a bad day at the beach. Dr. Chris Delp from…
Friday, June 30, 2017, Morning Forecast
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Thursday, June 28, 2017, Morning Forecast
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Thursday, June 28, 2017, Morning Forecast
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New Brewery in Superior Expected to Make Big Economic Impact
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Superior mayor Jim Paine has a lot of hope for his city. His enthusiasm comes with the official announcement of the city’s first production brewery in more than fifty years. As he gazes at the old warehouse that, when renovated, will become Earth Rider Brewery, he reflects on the impact it will make on the city. “It’s…
Tuesday, June 27, 2017, Morning Forecast
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Knowing Your Neighbors: Bobby the Greek’s Original Gyros
HIBBING, Minn. — It’s a tiny place, but it serves its purpose fine. This shack is where Greek native Bobby Papaioannou prepares authentic gyros for the people of Hibbing, Minnesota. Bobby the Greek – as he’s known – originally went to school to learn how to work in the mines. “In 1981 the mines closed, so I didn’t have nothing…
Day Camp at Duluth Aquarium Makes Learning Science Fun
DULUTH, Minn. — The Great Lakes Aquarium in Duluth is hosting kids for the first of many day camps this summer. Today kids at their “Superior Explorers” day camp are learning about how the Great Lakes formed, millions of years ago. Each kid in the camp gets to play a part in the story of Lake Superior. Camp leaders say…
Hoops Brewing Ready to Open
DULUTH, Minn. — It’s official – Hoops Brewing in Canal Park is opening its doors to the public tomorrow. The craft brewery, founded by veteran brewer Dave Hoops, will feature eight beers on opening day. Their beer hall seats 250 and customers will be able to take the beers home in large cans called “crowlers.” “It’s a wonderful space that…
Drivers Expect Delays, Lane Closures, on I-35 in Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. — Drivers in Duluth can expect a few delays on I-35. Crews will be out conducting bridge maintenance 27th Avenue West and 21st Avenue East in Duluth. MnDOT says drivers may see delays or lane closures between 9:00 am and 3:30 pm during this entire week. Categories: News, News – Latest News, Road Construction/Traffic
Monday, June 26, 2017, Morning Forecast
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Friday, June 23, 2017, Morning Forecast
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Housing Project for Chronic Alcoholics Celebrates 10 Years
DULUTH, Minn. — The courtyard at the New San Marco Apartments in Duluth is alive with smell of brats and burgers on the grill, and the sound of laughter and memories in the air. But the celebration is a serious one. “Probably the most gratifying thing I’ve ever done in my life is to see this facility developed, and get…
Thursday, June 22, 2017, Morning Forecast
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Wednesday, June 21, 2017, Morning Forecast
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Tuesday, June 20, 2017, Morning Forecast
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Knowing Your Neighbors: Duluth Preserving Company
DULUTH, Minn. — For Mary Dragich, making jam is something that’s always been a part of her life. “It was family,” she explains. “The first jam I remember making is what we called Christmas Jam.” And something she’s been doing since she was a little girl became part of her dream of owning a business. And in a church kitchen…
Monday, June 19, 2017, Morning Forecast
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Duluth Non-Profit Converts Used Grain Bags into ‘Portable Gardens’
DULUTH, Minn. — One non-profit in Duluth’s Lincoln Park neighborhood is taking reusing and recycling to a new level. Folks at “Ecolibrium3” saw the need for fresh veggies and flowers around their neighborhood, and started brainstorming. They’re using 55-pound grain bags used by local craft breweries. The bags can’t be recycled and don’t break down easily, so they’re converting the…
Middle School Students Launch Rockets in the Name of Science
DULUTH, Minn. — A science-themed summer camp at College of St. Scholastica in Duluth came to an end this week. But they did it with a bang! From the front parking lot on campus, it was easy to hear the sounds of rockets going up, up, and away. Duluth middle schoolers have been on campus all week long, touring and…
Friday, June 16, 2017, Morning Forecast
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Thursday, June 15, 2017, Morning Forecast
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Austin Jarrow Honored by Grandma’s Marathon
DULUTH, Minn. — A running store in Duluth is being recognized for their commitment to the sport and contributions to Grandma’s Marathon. “The lake, the people, it’s really well run by the management and the race directors,” says Jarrow Wahman, co-owner of Austin Jarrow, the oldest running store in the city. “They’re great people. So it’s just a great experience…
Wednesday, June 14, 2017, Morning Forecast
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Preservation Corps Uses Machines to Raise Grave Stones
DULUTH, Minn. — A preservation corps from here in Minnesota is working hard at Forest Hill Cemetery in Duluth. The Northern Bedrock Historic Preservation Corps is resetting heavy grave stones and obelisks that have deteriorated over time. They’re doing it with the help of a chain hoist supported by a wooden tripod. Executive director Rolf Hagberg says the machinery is…
Spirit Valley YWCA Receives Sizable Donation
DULUTH, Minn. — The Spirit Valley YWCA in Duluth has been chosen to receive a pretty significant grant. The South St. Louis County Family Service Collaborative has awarded $225,000 to the local non-profit. Alice Jacobson, Director of External Programming, says she remembers screaming when she heard the news; she says funding like this can sometimes be difficult to come by….
Local Vet Prepares to Run Grandma’s Marathon in Body Armor
DULUTH, Minn. — A local veteran is preparing to run Grandma’s Marathon this weekend, but his running gear is a bit unique this year. Travis Birr, an active-duty combat medic with the Army Reserves, is preparing to run the big race wearing body armor. He represents an organization called Operation 23 to Zero and is calling this project “Running for…
Monday, June 12, 2017, Morning Forecast
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Park Point Neighborhood Kicks Off Annual Rummage Sale
DULUTH, Minn. — It’s a true sign of summer here in the twin ports – the park point rummage sale kicked off at eight o’clock this morning. And cloudy, foggy weather couldn’t stop droves of Northlanders from showing up to find good deals and hidden treasures. People are selling items in their yards, their driveways, in their garages, and even…
Friday, June 9, 2017, Morning Forecast
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Thursday, June 8, 2017, Morning Forecast
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Wednesday, June 7, 2017, Morning Forecast
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Retired Teachers, Faculty From Cloquet Schools Share Memories
CLOQUET, Minn. — Earlier this morning, the library at Cloquet Middle School was filled with memories and stories. Retired teachers and staff members from the Cloquet School District share coffee and pastries, provided by Gordy’s Warming House, as they reminisce about the past. “Even though we are a small town, you don’t always see everybody. This is a great way…
Public Beach in Cloquet Opens for the Season
CLOQUET, Minn. — Just in time for summer vacation, the Pinehurst Beach in Cloquet is now open to the public. The chlorine pool with the sandy bottom is a unique place for those seeking to cool down in the summer heat. They are open each day of the week, weather permitting. When Fox 21 arrived at the park, the beach…
Tuesday, June 6, 2017, Morning Forecast
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Knowing Your Neighbors – Superior Sauna and Steam
ASHLAND, Wis. — For those looking for a traditional Scandinavian way to blow off a little steam, or to just find a way to relax, a sauna can be just what the doctor ordered. And on shop in Wisconsin knows what people love about a good sauna. “They’re healthy, and they’re relaxing,” explains Chuck Porter, who owns Superior Sauna and…
Monday, June 5, 2017, Morning Forecast
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Friday, June 2, 2017, Morning Forecast
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