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UMD Bulldogs are Finding Success After Graduation

They're working like a dog after receiving their degrees

August 22, 2016

Melissa Lentz,

An extensive survey conducted by the Career and Internship Services at the University of Minnesota, found that nearly all 2014-15 graduates have found jobs or are continuing their education.

Hartley Nature Center Seeks Donations, Volunteers to Rebuild

Coffee Conversation: Hartley Fundraiser

August 22, 2016

Natalie Froistad,

Hartley Nature Center is still working to get back in shape following devastating storms in mid-July.

Tall Ships Organizers Address Long Lines

Some Report Waiting 5 Hours To Tour Ships

August 22, 2016

Andrew Kirov,

Tall Ships Duluth organizers say this weekend’s festival actually drew in more people than they expected.

Concert Held in Honor of Local Artist Who Passed Away

Mick Jackson Played Music in Duluth for 40 Years

August 22, 2016

Andrew Kirov,

Dozens of local bands played a tribute concert in honor of a well known area keyboard player, who recently passed away from Lung Cancer.

Benefit Held For Sons of Mother Killed In Crash

August 21, 2016

Graham Hakala,

31-year-old Tina Mae Polkoski, former owner of Norm’s Beer and Brats in Superior, lost her life in a tragic motor vehicle accident in June. And on Saturday, friends came together to help raise money for her two sons who now are growing up without their mother.

Car Show Held at the Richard I Bong Historical Center

Its the 6th Annual Event

August 21, 2016

Graham Hakala,

The 6th annual Bong Center Benefit Car Show was held at the Richard I bong center today.

Thousands Continue to Visit the Tall Ships

Event Ends Sunday

August 21, 2016

Graham Hakala,

The Tall ships are still in Duluth, and Thousands of people continue the city to see the boats.

Police Find The Body of Missing 5-Year-Old Girl

August 20, 2016

Chelsee Moe,

Police are searching for a 5-year-old girl from Watkins, Minnesota.

Anti-Drunk Driving Campaign Kicks Off

Campaign Goes On Until Labor Day

August 20, 2016

Adam Jagunich,

Statewide crackdown on drunken driving starts today, with a campaign, Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.

People Travel from Across the Country for Tall Ships

Thousands of People are in Duluth for the Event

August 20, 2016

Nathaniel LeCapitaine,

Thousands of people are pouring in to Duluth for the Tall Ships.

Coast Guard Reminds Us to Stay Safe During Tall Ships

Ports Still Open for Other Watercraft

August 20, 2016

Adam Jagunich,

Tall Ships are in town, but the ports are still open to other boats and water craft

Dayton: No Special Legislative Sessions

Multi Million Dollar Projects On Hold

August 20, 2016

Adam Jagunich,

Governor Mark Dayton announced Thursday that he will not call a special legislative session to pass tax breaks and millions of dollars in statewide construction projects. This means projects in and around Duluth will have to wait at least a year in uncertainty.

The Tall Ships Festival Attracts People From All Over the Region

Many Travel to see Tall Ships

August 19, 2016

Chelsee Moe,

The Tall Ships organizers expect up to 300,000 people in Duluth for the four day event.

Donald Trump Raising Funds in Minnesota

Republican Presidential Candidate Hopes to Raise Thousands

August 19, 2016

Brett Scott,

Republican Presidential Candidate Donald Trump made his first visit to the Land of 10,000 Lakes on Friday, asking for thousands of dollars.

Heading to the Water with Day Tripper of Duluth

Active Adventures: Paddle Boarding

August 19, 2016

Site Staff,

Summer is the perfect time to get out on the Lake Superior and this year the water temperature is even warmer than usual.

Benefit for Tina Polkoski Taking Place Saturday

After Being Killed in a Fatal Crash in June, Benefit Will Help Tina's Children

August 19, 2016

Natalie Froistad,

Tragedy struck in June for a Northland community.

The Bridge at Pier B is Now Working

The Bridge at Pier B Connects People to Bayfront Park

August 19, 2016

Chelsee Moe,

The one of a kind bridge at Pier B is finally finished and connects it to Bayfront Park.

Art is Back in Bayfront Park

More Than 180 Artists Show Their Work

August 19, 2016

Adam Jagunich,

Thousands of people walk through Bayfront Park, where more than 100 artists display their work, like Photographs of breathtaking landscapes, intricate beadwork, and elegant sculptures.

126th Annual Carlton County Fair Kicks Off

Rides, Games, Activites, and Fun for All

August 18, 2016

Adam Jagunich,

It’s the 126th Carlton County Fair in Barnum Minnesota.

The World’s Largest Rubber Duck is in Duluth

The World's Largest Rubber Duck is in town

August 18, 2016

Chelsee Moe,

Besides all the impressive tall ships in Duluth this week, there is something else on the water attracting a lot of attention, it’s the world’s largest duck.

Governor Mark Dayton Kicks of “Year of Water Action”

Minnesotans to Take Action in Their Communities to Protect and Preserve the Water Supply

August 18, 2016

Brett Scott,

Officials say more than 40 percent of Minnesota’s waters are currently impaired or polluted.

Methamphetamine Search Leads to Two Arrests

Officials Arrest Two on Methamphetamine Charges

August 18, 2016

Site Staff,

On Monday, August 15, Law Enforcement officers served two search warrants in Radisson and Exeland, Wisconsin as the result of two methamphetamine investigations.

Art in Bayfront Festival Park Kicks Off

Art Festival Begins Thursday, Coinciding With Tall Ships

August 18, 2016

Natalie Froistad,

Aside from the Tall Ships making their way in to the Northland on Thursday, Art in Bayfront Festival Park begins as well.

Duluth YMCA Hosts Family Olympics

Local Athletes Inspire Families

August 18, 2016

Site Staff,

With the Olympics in full swing, the family YMCA in Duluth is helping young people get in on the action.

Special Deer Hunting Program Will Be Put in Place in Grand Rapids

City Working to Reduce Deer Related Car Collisions

August 17, 2016

Nathaniel LeCapitaine,

The City of Grand Rapids sees a large number of Deer related car accidents each year, and the deer also impact the vegetation in the city limits. But The Minnesota Department of Natural resources is working on a solution.

124th Itasca County Fair Kicks Off

Food, Fun, and Games for People of All Ages

August 17, 2016

Nathaniel LeCapitaine,

There’s something for everyone at the Itasca County Fair.

Glensheen Tours Now Feature a Special Microscope

Glensheen Microscope Helps to see the Intricate Detail of Art

August 17, 2016

Chelsee Moe,

Glensheen has a new attraction in the mansion that is sure to get visitors talking.

The New Fleet Farm is Expected to Employ Hundreds of People

The New Fleet Farm is Expected to Employ Hundreds

August 17, 2016

Chelsee Moe,

The new Fleet Farm in Hermantown is expected to bring around 200 jobs to the region.

Family Olympics at Duluth Area YMCA

Event Hopes to Spark Excitement and Encourage Community Members

August 17, 2016

Natalie Froistad,

You may have seen some incredible moments during this summer’s 2016 Olympic Games in Rio, but Wednesday, you could become an Olympian right here in the Northland!

Animal Answers: Keeping Your Dogs Calm with Crowds

The Tall Ships Festival and Animals: What You Need to Know

August 17, 2016

Brett Scott,

With the much anticipated Tall Ships Festival kicking off Thursday, we wanted to know if it’s better to take your pups with, or more beneficial to leave them at home.

There is a New Apartment Complex Near the Mall

New Apartments Attract Middle Income Families

August 17, 2016

Chelsee Moe,

A divided Duluth City Council voted Monday night to approve new apartments North of Miller Trunk Highway.

Great Outdoors: Kite Boarding

Windy Conditions Good For Kite Boarding

August 17, 2016

Site Staff,

Windy conditions have created a wonderland for Kite Boarders on Lake Superior.

State Storm Damage Assessment In Carlton County

County Reps Crunch Numbers On Flooding

August 17, 2016

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Representatives from the Department of Public Safety, Homeland Security and Emergency Management stopped in Carlton County where leaders provided them with information which will be used to determine storm assistance funding.

Domestic Dispute Turns Fiery in Ironwood

Early Tueday afternoon, officers were dispatched to a structure fire

August 17, 2016

Site Staff,

Early Tuesday afternoon, Ironwood Public Safety Officers were dispatched to a structure fire at 246 W. Ash Street.

Bent Paddle Switches Plans for New Beer

A Viking inspired beer will now benefit the Leif Erickson Viking Ship Restoration Project

August 17, 2016

Andrew Kirov,

A Viking inspired beer will now benefit the Leif Erickson Viking Ship Restoration Project

Businesses Prepare for Tall Ship Tourists

Canal Park restaurants are expecting a busy weekend, with Tall Ships en route.

August 17, 2016

Andrew Kirov,

Canal Park restaurants are expecting a busy weekend, with Tall Ships en route.

Disaster Assistance Meeting for July Flooding

Wisconsin Officials Visit to Educate Residents on Disaster Relief Funding

August 17, 2016

Brett Scott,

Local governments and private non-profit agencies that sustained damage during the floods in Northwest Wisconsin were encouraged to attend a meeting in Superior on Tuesday morning.

Storm Damage Assessed By State In Carlton County

County Reps Crunch Numbers On Flooding

August 16, 2016

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Representatives from the Department of Public Safety, Homeland Security, and emergency management stopped in Carlton County as part of storm damage assessment across 10 Minnesota counties Carlton County leaders provided the state with information which will be used to determine the amount of assistance funding.