DULUTH, Minn. – Residents of the Chris Jensen Rehabilitation Center showed off their creativity on Friday night. Residents displayed their talents in a community art show. Artists took on a wide range of projects from photography to water colors and sculpture. For most of the artists, the creative process is relaxing and everyone enjoyed sharing their work. Residents used art…
DULUTH, Minn. – Cliffs Natural Resources celebrated its 170th anniversary, as well as a pretty important award. Cliffs has been named business of the year by the Laurentian Chamber of Commerce. The company said their moving forward and making decisions to be around for another one hundred years. The award was given by the chamber that represents several iron range…
DULUTH, Minn. – Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon was in Duluth brag bragging about Minnesota’s claim to the highest voter turnout. In the 2016 election, 74% of eligible Minnesotans voted last year. Secretary of State Simon said the state should be proud of its voting record. “We’ve got a good thing going in minnesota. We got back to number…
DULUTH, Minn. – Worried about water quality jingle dress dancers gathered for a rally at the Minnesota Power Plaza in downtown Duluth. Attendees expressed their concern over aging oil pipelines which they say are more prone to spills and leaks. The group also wanted to show solidarity with Standing Rock and bring healing to the water. “We don’t want to…
DULUTH, Minn. – Three friends, all under the age of thirty, have put their business savvy to the test. They started selling furniture on social media sites, which led them to open a storefront. They have some of the comfiest furniture around, but you won’t catch these entrepreneurs sitting down for too long. They’re busy growing and changing an…
The Minnesota house voted to allow stores to sell liquor on Sundays. Lawmakers passed the bill 85 to 45. It’s the first step in reversing the prohibition-era law. The bill still needs to go to the Senate. The owner of Keyport Liquors in Superior said he doesn’t think that the extra day of sales will affect his business too much,…
DULUTH, Minn. – Northlanders are getting ready to brave the cold waters of Lake Superior for the annual Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Minnesota. One of those special athletes is leading the pack when it comes to donations. Brandon Moe is about to take his sixth plunge and this year he has raised over $12,000. His goal was $8,000. Brandon’s…
Duluth, Minn. – In honor of Black History month, a celebration was held at the Lincoln Park elementary school auditorium. The event honored those who have made an impact on the Twin Ports African American community. The night was full of speakers, singers, and drummers. Everyone was welcome and organizers said teh celebration helped break down barriers and brought people…
DULUTH, Minn. – Former Fond du Lac Band of Ojibwe tribal leader Karen Diver is back in the Northland after serving in the Obama administration as special assistant for Native American affairs. Diver said her experience in Washington D.C. was one of the most rewarding and intense parts of her life.She’s returning to the Northland to be an instructor for…
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth has the highest number of untested rape kits in the entire state. UMD hosted a panel that discussed the reasons for the backlog and the progress being made to fix the problem. Panelists represented law enforcement, advocates, and prosecutors.The panel received feedback from the community on how to proceed with the initiative and how to cater…
DULUTH, Minn. -The LEGO FIRST robotics competition is coming up in just a few weeks at the DECC and Duluth Denfeld revealed their big star at an open house. The Denfeld Nation Automation team has worked on their robot for the last six weeks and they’re getting ready to put on the final touches. The team is made up…
DULUTH, Minn. – For ten years, the Duluth Daredevils robotics team has inspired the next wave of scientists and engineers. The team held an open house to celebrate the big milestone and to show off their newest robot. The Daredevils have worked on the robot everyday for the last six weeks. Students have done everything from wiring to programming. “We…
DULUTH, Minn. – The victim of Duluth’s first homicide of 2017 is twenty-two-year old William Grahek. He is the son of a St. Paul police sergeant and also served in the Army. Police have a person of interest, but have made no arrests or charges. The investigation remains active. Grahek played on the UMD Fighting Penguins rugby team. His teammates…
DULUTH, Minn. – From housing to overtime for police officers, the Duluth City CouFrom housing to overtime for police officers…the duluth city council addressed some of the community’s most pressing needs. The council approved rezoning an area near Spirit Mountain. The move allows for a mixed use development of land on the lower side of Grand Avenue. The current plan…
DULUTH, Minn. – Nearly one in three Native American women report that they have been raped. They’re also two and a half times more likely to experience sexual assault crimes compared to all races. Those staggering numbers have led some to action. On Valentine’s Day, men and women marched the streets of Duluth to share their love for those lost…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Fire Department unveiled two new trucks equipped with the latest in firefighting technology, but they also help protect firefighters from another deadly aspect of the job, cancer. Every inch of these new trucks have been designed for form and function. They make fighting fires easier and help keep firefighters safer from coming into contact with…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has announced that the contaminated Minnesota Slip will be dredged and capped. Nearly 37,000 cubic yards of sediment are contaminated where the William A Irvin is docked. The toxins located in the sediment are at high enough levels that they could affect the bugs and fish that live there. However, the contaminated…
PROCTOR, Minn. – A Night to Shine is a prom for those with special needs. On Friday night in Proctor, the lights shone brightly on the kings and queens of this special night. Kyle Leske attended A Night to Shine and by the look on his face, it’s something he will never forget. “I got surprised,” said Leske. A Night…
The Duluth YMCA is one of only thirty-seven YMCAs across the country to be selected for a new pilot project. The program aims to help kids develop their social and emotional skills. This program is intended to help kids kindergarten through fifth grade learn more about themselves in an after school setting. They hope the lessons learned stay with them…
DULUTH, Minn. – Girl Scout cookies have arrived in Duluth by the truckload. The Girl Scouts will begin fulfilling their orders this Saturday. They will start their booth sales next week on Thursday. The scouts use their proceeds for activities, community events, and camps. “It teaches the girls a lot of financial skills obviously customer service skills, leadership skills and…
DULUTH, Minn. – Area hospitals are taking a wait and see approach to the temporary immigration ban and they vow to help their patients and staff in whatever ways they can. St. Luke’s said that they’re looking at the ban three different ways: how it affects their patients; their staff; and students in the area who are their future workforce….
DULUTH, Minn. – First responders not only have traffic to deal with when heading to an emergency, but they also have to deal with less than ideal conditions when the weather gets bad. The Duluth Fire Department said that snowy roadways mixed in with Duluth’s hills and unique terrain bring some challenges. Their trucks do come with automatic chains and…
DULUTH, Minn. – In light of the recent shootings, some areas have had to go into lockdowns when victims arrive at their facilities. St. Luke’s in Duluth has four different types of lockdowns that they can go into depending upon the situation. They work with law enforcement and measure the severity of the threat. Many areas are already restricted and…
PROCTOR, Minn. – The Proctor Rails hockey teams currently play in an arena that is forty-five years old and in need of repair. However, they could play in a new arena next year if a referendum passes. If Proctor voters pass the referendum on February 7th, the funding would go towards building a new hockey arena and a multi-functional artificial…
The Proctor Rails celebrated the 20th anniversary of their 1997 team that went to state. THE ’97 squad was the one and only team in school history to make it to the boys state hockey tournament. The Rails went 18-3-1. They lost to only 2A schools. “It was a special group of guys, they worked hard for each other day…
Duluth’s Congdon Park Hockey Association is in danger of losing its outdoor rink for the second time in less than five years. Congdon Park Hockey wants to keep their home in Lower Chester Park for years to come, but they fear new plans for the park would leave them without a place to lace their skates. UMD senior Connor Kenefick…
DULUTH, Minn. – A new math lab is changing the way students learn at the University of Minnesota Duluth. The Securian Learning Commons and Math Lab at the Martin Library gives students a bigger and more welcoming space to study. The lab allows for smaller groups and also lets students go at their own pace. “It’s just another place for…
DULUTH, Minn. – Even though there might not be a lot of Atlanta Falcons or New England Patriots fans in the Northland, jerseys for both teams have been flying off the shelves. Pro Image in the Miller Hill Mall said that Patriots gear is their number three seller behind the Vikings and the Packers. The Falcons aren’t as popular in…
PROCTOR, Minn. – The 18th annual Blackwoods Blizzard Tour wants to raise $1 million for the Minnesota/North Dakota/South Dakota Chapter of the ALS Association. Like their motto, they will never surrender until they reach their goal. For former Twin Terry Steinbach, the annual Blackwoods Blizzard Tour can bring a lot of memories.”It’s just seeing old friends,” said Steinbach. He has…
DULUTH, Minn. – Rockridge Elementary in Duluth closed back in 2011, but young minds could start learning in its classrooms once again. Woodland Hills Academy would like to move into the former Rock Ridge space. The Academy is currently located in the former Cobb Elementary school. According to Woodland officials, their current site needs nearly $3 million in repairs. Duluth…
The 18th annual Blackwoods Blizzard Tour rolled into Proctor. The event raises money for the ALS Association Minnesota/North Dakota/South Dakota chapter. This year they hope to raise $1 million. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News
Musicians from UMD and from nineteen area schools blended their voices together for the annual UMD Honor Choir Middle Level festival concert. 182 students made up the largest choir this program has ever seen. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News
A new wellness center has opened up at Marshall School. The center takes over a spot on the mezzanine that wasn’t used a whole lot, but now students have a space to run, lift weights, and achieve fitness goals. Renovations also included a fitness and movement studio for yoga classes and the school’s dance teams. “When it first started to…
According to the Minnesota DNR, a popular Northland tourist attaction is need of an upgrade so it can last for future generations. Minnesota’s oldest mine, the Soudan Underground mine, is hoping to get money from Governor Dayton’s bonding proposal. Visitors can tour the mine and see firsthand how mining formed the backbone for the region’s economy. The hoist tells a…
DULUTH, Minn. – Northland musher Nathan Schroeder is headed back to the Iditarod sled dog race in Alaska. Schroeder needs around $5,000 to make it to his fourth Iditarod. Schroeder held a meet and greet fundraiser at Green Mill in Canal Park so he can make the journey a reality once again. “You got to challenge yourself for the Iditarod….
SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Lake Superior Ice Festival is underway and there’s a cool, new place to raise a glass to the festivities. An ice bar was unveiled at the Barker’s Island Inn. Ice Occasions created the nearly ten foot bar. “It’s going to be interesting because we’ve never done this before and it’s actually quite comfortable out here. We…
DULUTH, Minn. – Animal lovers felt the warm embrace of a Frozen Fundraiser. The event at Fitger’s raised money for Animal Allies. The organization will use the proceeds from the fundraiser for their general operations fund. The annual Frozen Fundraiser was one of many fundraising events that Animal Allies hosts. According to board members, the Frozen Fundraiser brings them the…
Somewhere between 8,000-12,000 bats call the Soudan Underground Mine home, but a wide spreading fungus is hurting their numbers. The fungus known as white nose syndrome grows on the bat’s muzzle and causes them to wake up from their winter hibernation. The bats then leave the mine to look for food, but don’t have enough fat stored up for the…
The bright lights of Hollywood will light up the night skies in Solon Springs this summer. The Family Fun Days committee started a crowd-funding campaign to bring movies to Lucious Woods Park on Friday nights. The village has already stepped up to provide funding for the screen and projector. Organizers said the response from the community has been overflowing with…
Scott Berndt was sentenced to twenty-five years in prison for two separate assaults that happened just eleven hours apart from each other. After emotional testimony from one of the victims, Berndt broke down in tears. The judge noticed his remorse, but said Berndt’s crimes and previous history were worthy of a long sentence. Berndt was convicted for violently attacking two…
SOLON SPRINGS, Wis. – The positive impact a teacher can leaven on his or her students can last a lifetime. Solon Springs students had the chance to hear the story of a former Navy Seal. He credits his lifetime of service to one of his teachers and continues to thank him each and every day for defining the man he…
DULUTH, Minn.-The Duluth City Council recently passed a resolution expressing their support for the Standing Rock Sioux tribe. It’s a decision that the council has heard both praise and criticism for making. Supporters of the resolution held a rally in the city hall rotunda and thanked the council for their actions. Those supporters said the city council was well within…
The Thunderbird Motorcycle Club is just as passionate about helping their own as the members are about riding their bikes. The Thunderbird Motorcycle Club presented the Minnesota Veterans Home in Silver Bay with a check for $3,000. The group which includes several veterans promotes good fellowship in riding. “It’s important to me to take care of the people that have…
Three Duluth ideas have been chosen as finalists among thousands for the Knight Cities Challenge. 144 ideas have moved onto the second round and are vying for a share of up to five million dollars. The city of Duluth proposed the thought of making Canal Park more friendly to its residents all year long. City officials believe they could accomplish…
Northland Vietnam veterans have a few choice words for those who vandalized the Northland Vietnam Memorial. “It’s a disgrace of course to all veterans that something like that would happen,” said Vietnam veteran Ray Stahl. To veterans and the community, the memorial is more than just a piece of rock and concrete, it’s a legacy and a reminder of the…
SUPERIOR, Wis.-Psychologists have named the third Monday in January as Blue Monday. It’s supposedly the gloomiest day of the year based on debt, weather, and the post holiday blues. Seasonal affective disorder is often times the culprit. It’s caused by the shift in the day and night cycles and can begin as early as October or November. A lack of…
RICE LAKE, Wis.- A Rice Lake man is dead after police say he followed through on his threat to blow up an explosive device in his apartment. Authorities received a 911 call late Sunday night from 44-year-old Joseph Zunker. He told police that he had a bomb and would blow up his apartment building. Police acted within minutes and saved…
DULUTH, Minn.- The Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank has kicked off their Pledge to Volunteer campaign. The effort hopes to attract new volunteers and increase the food bank’s support system. Northern Lakes relies on many volunteers to sort and label food and assist with programs like their food shelf and senior programs. Northern Lakes provides donated food for nearly…
The manager of the city of Ashland’s website believes that hackers tried unsuccessfully to get into the city’s computer system. “This type of activity is only going to continue,” said Eric Nelson the owner of SlickRockWeb which manages the city’s website. Nelson noticed a spike in the amount of traffic from Russia and eastern European countries to the city’s website…
87 years ago, the Duluth Aerial Lift Bridge opened for automobile traffic for the very first time. Hundreds of cars used it on that very first day and now over two million vehicles use it every year. “The Aerial Lift Bridge is the most famous icon in all of Duluth.This is the best job for me. I have the best…
