University of Wisconsin Superior students are focused on how to fix a lack of diversity in the Northland. Through a community forum, they hoped to find some answers to some very difficult questions.
An exhibit that offers a rare look early into versions of Bob Dylan’s music opened in Duluth. The collection is called Einstein Disguised as Robin Hood and is at the Karpeles Manuscript Museum.
Two Harbors High School raised awareness about distracted driving. Students experienced a mock crash between a distracted driver and a school bus.
Back in February, the Duluth Coffee Company took a trip to Colombia and now they’re raising a glass to their newest roast.
Just in March, the Duluth school board decided not to waive policy to allow the potential sale of the old Central site to Edison Charter Schools. But after much public comment, the school board decided to pick up the issue again.
Four years of planning went into making sure a newly remodeled performing arts center would hit all the right notes for the community of Grand Rapids.
Mayor Larson has been busy with searches for a new police and fire chief and she’s also been trying to secure bonding money for the zoo and steam projects. She says whatever challenges the city will face, they’ll move forward together.
Superior is training local contractors on how to get on the same page with the city so things are done properly and done right the first time.
Parents in the Duluth school district have become concerned with the rubber playground surfaces that their kids have been playing on.
The Superior Dog Park committee hosted a Yappy Hour at VIP Pizza to give the public more information about the project.
You can expect to find the staples in every bag at the Eveleth Country Foods IGA, but look a little closer and you’ll see award winners that make this store one of a kind.
A new fitness center looks to flex a little muscle into an old building. The Strength Factory hopes to open in August in the old railroad depot in Superior.
In recent years, Spirit Mountain has seen profits fall down the slopes, but the park is proud to report things are looking up. This past operating year, Spirit Mountain put an end to their operating losses and are seeing a positive of $300,000.
Shortly after World War II ended a donor gave the Douglas County Historical society a donation that would bring controversy, mystery and surprise.
Tributes from around Minnesota and the world have come in waves of purple rain.In just the last few years, Prince opened the door to the little red corvette and let people see more of his personal side, but wanted the focus to remain on the music.
The news of Prince’s death spread from Chanhassen to all around the globe.Prince was a worldwide icon, yet in many ways retained his Minnesota roots.
In a special meeting, the Duluth Parks and Recreation commission decided to go forward with improvements to the Chester Bowl Chalet.
A new dog grooming business opens in Superior. Animal Affair does full dog grooming and cat nail trims.
The Minnesota DNR along with Polymet hosted an informational session before the company applies for a potential permit to mine application.
A classically trained singer and a technician came together to open a store that has kept both their dreams in tune and in key.
Learning doesn’t always happen in just the classroom. For some students, it happens with just the click of a mouse.
The finalists for police chief for the city of Duluth have been narrowed down to interim chief Mike Tusken and Cheyenne, Wyoming chief of police Brian Kozak.
UMD students pulled out their magic wands for their annual chemistry magic show.Through various experiments, the Chemistry Club displayed the power of science.
After hearing the story of a cancer survivor, students at Cloquet Middle School wanted to help out.
A host of labor and peace advocates gathered in front of the Duluth Federal building for a rally to put people first.
They say there are two certain things in life, death and taxes and while there’s no avoiding them, the tax season got a little longer this year.
Even though they may seem like two different worlds, arts and sports collide in two new exhibits: Team Spirit and Hat Trick.
After spending a year and a day at the Animal Allies Humane Society in Duluth, a beloved K9 has found a home.
They sounded the horns and got the band ready to send off the Wrenshall speech team off to state. Â Â
Finding ways to solve the economic booms and busts of the Iron Range has often brought more questions than answers, but a group of panelists presented their ideas for a sustainable future.
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and one hospital wants to erase the fear of getting examined if such a horrific event were to happen to you.
Residents have called it a long time coming, now they can see progress towards a brand new middle school in Cloquet.
A few Duluth city councilors said the NorShor building restoration project has been long and complicated, but one that has finally come to a conclusion.Â
Before the governor’s big meeting with Ely officials on a proposed mine, he stopped by the construction of the relocation of Highway 53.
Nearly three weeks after delivering a huge blow to a proposed copper nickel mine near Ely, Governor Dayton met with the Ely city council at the IRRRB headquarters in Eveleth.
After much discussion that lasted nearly two hours, the school board decides not to waiver from policy.
Whiskey lovers, it’s time to raise your glass to a new batch of the only distilled and bottled whiskey in Duluth.Vikre Distillery will release lot two of their Sugarbush Whiskey on April 1st.
The audit report found limited evidence many loans and grants from the IRRRB have met their objectives and even called the structure of the agency vulnerable to constitutional challenge.
The Superior Schol District is seeking 92.5 million dollars in a bond referendum. The district says the money is needed to repair buildings that are falling apart, create a new Cooper Elementary building and bring more security to the district’s schools.
After running his third Iditarod, Nathan Schroeder has returned to the Northland.
The DECC isn’t the only one celebrating the fifty year milestone.The annual Arrowhead Home and Builders Show has been at the center ever since its beginning.
The Department of Veterans Affairs recognizes March 29th as Vietnam Veteran’s Day to honor the sacrifice made by so many of the brave.
Reconstructing the main airport runway in Duluth may have been grounded.Companies who use the runway said if it closes for repair, their business could fly off.
The Nett Lake Eagles basketball team soared in their appearance at the Target Center.
Tourist season is almost upon us and whether those visitors stay in traditional hotels or in short term vacation rentals is still up in the air.
The auditorium was packed with current teachers in the district, edison supporters and former central students, all who waited for their chance to be called on.
Fans filled local bars and restaurants to cheer on their beloved Badgers. As the team goes further into the tourney, it also means more business.
The owners behind the Duluth Grill are ready to serve up some brand new flavors in a second location. The new restaurant will be called the OMC Smokehouse and serve a completely different menu.
It truly was a Good Friday for local florists as their Easter business begins to bloom. Engwall’s in Duluth has already sold nearly 1,000 lilies. Many of those went to between thirty or forty churches.
New regulations set this season by the DNR on walleye fishing at Mille Lacs Lake have left many of the area’s businesses at the end of their line.
