Duluth Tourism Industry Still on the Rise
Tax Collections Topped 10 Million
Duluth’s tourism tax collections topped ten millions dollars this past year.
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Duluth Airshow to Host USMC Harrier Demo Team
The United States Marine Corps AV-8B Harrier Demonstration Team will soar into Duluth for this year’s airshow.
Beargrease Racers Get A Victorious Welcome
The Beargrease Dog Sled Race drew a large attendence of on-lookers this Wednesday morning. Early birds got together to catch a glimpse of the mushers and cheer them on as sled dog teams crossed the finish line.
Ground Hog Day at the Lake Superior Zoo
Fill in Animal Checks for Spring
It’s Ground Hog Day, and we have news from the Lake Superior Zoo that Spring is around the corner
Looking for a job? Whole Foods Co-Op hosting Job Fair Tuesday night
If you’re in the market for a new job, Whole Foods Co-Op is hiring for it’s new Denfeld location.
Superior Timberland Provides Serene Setting
Northland Uncovered: Superior Municipal Forest
For this week’s Northland Uncovered we go into the Superior Municipal Forest.
UWS Political Science Professor Talks Impact of Iowa Caucuses
Iowa Caucuses Produce Record Turnout
UWS political science professor talks with FOX 21’s Natalie Froistad about the impact of the Iowa Caucuses.
Duluth Police, Fire Chief Positions Now Posted
A Public Opinion Survey Is Also Posted
The city of Duluth has officially posted the job openings for the city’s police chief and fire chief.
UMD Girl’s Track and Cross Country Team Hosts Blood Drive
Athletes Work to Recruit Donors
The Women’s Track and Cross Country team for The University of Minnesota Duluth hosted a blood drive Monday, where they volunteered their time to recruit blood donors.
‘The Current’ Enters Duluth With Mayoral Proclamation
Now Streaming on 90.9 FM
“The Current” — a radio program on 90.9 FM — launched on Duluth airwaves Monday at 9 a.m.
Why Are The Iowa Caucuses So Important?
First Voting State in the 2016 Presidential Election Cycle
Iowa is one of the few states that hold caucuses, and though only a small fraction of the country’s population lives and votes there, the Iowa caucuses play a huge role in the nomination process.
Space Carpet Prepares for Concert with DSSO
Band Gets to Perform with Symphony
The winner of the Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra’s Bridge Sessions contest, Space Carpet Band, recently geared up for their big show.
Minnesota Students Name Cougars at Wildcat Sanctuary
Orphan Cougar Kittens Named by Students
It’s always sad to hear of wild cougar kittens tragically losing their mother, but it’s happened again in the state of Washington when a female cougar was shot after killing a goat.
Bayfront Ice Rink Closes
Ice Rink Closed Temporarily at Bayfront Park
The City of Duluth Parks and Recreation division is temporarily closing the Bayfront Family Center skating rink due to the unseasonably warm weather melting the ice and creating puddles on the rink.
Maurices Names New Tenant
Maurices Names New Tenant in Headquarters Space
Maurices, a Duluth-based retailer, announced Monday morning that it has secured a tenant for its new headquarters space at 425 W Superior Street in downtown Duluth.
Work Begins on Aerial Lift Bridge
Replacement of Lift Bridge Ropes Begins, Will Cause Traffic Delays
The City of Duluth is reminding the public about the project currently underway to replace the wire ropes that raise and lower the Duluth Aerial Lift Bridge.
John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon Kicks Off
Hundreds Gather To Cheer The Teams On
Hundreds of people and their canine friends gathered in Two Harbors for the 32nd running of the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon.
Duluth Brewery Moving Into Old ‘Last Place On Earth’ Building
Owners Hope To Open By Grandma's Marathon
The Blacklist Artisan Ales will be moving its brewery to 120 East Superior Street– more commonly known as the former home of Last Place On Earth.
Erik Simonson Receives A Big Campaign Endorsement
Senate Candidate Erik Simonson’s campaign get a big endorsement fromMinnesota State Senator Roger Reinert this morning.
Heating An Older Home
Older homes in Duluth are beautiful but the maintenance and up keep can get pricey.
Vet’s Check Dogs Running in the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon
The Dogs Are Preparing to Run Almost 400 Miles
A health check for the dogs was held in Beaver Bay.
Opening Ceremony for the Sled Dog Marathon Held in Hermantown
Hundreds Gathered For the Ceremony
Hundreds of people filled the room for the opening ceremony of the North shore’s Iconic John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon.
Program Connects Homeless to Govt., Health Services
It might be easy for you to access healthcare, child care, and other basic services.
Watersmeet Hotel Closed while it deals with Legionella Bacteria
A hotel at an Upper Peninsula casino remains closed after the discovery of the bacteria that causes Legionnaires Disease.
Smaller Beargrease Race Ready to hit Trails
This year’s John Beargrease Sled Dog marathon will be a lot smaller than previous years.
World’s Largest Rubber Duck coming to Duluth Tall Ships Festival
The World’s Largest Rubber Duck will float into Duluth with the Tall Ships this August.
Hockey Day Minnesota Schedule Announced
The schedule for the highly-anticipated Hockey Day Minnesota event in Duluth has been released.
UWS Scholarship Remembers NASA Shuttle Accident Victim
The University of Wisconsin–Superior has a scholar program named after the memory of Dr. Ronald McNair — an astronaut that was killed on the NASA space shuttle Challenger. The program held an event to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the shuttle accident.
Twins Caravan Makes Stop In Hayward
The Minnesota Twins Caravan stopped in Hayward Thursday. The caravan came fully loaded with players Joe Mauer, Bert Blyleven and Glen Perkins.
Struggling Hayward School Dist. Turns To Tax Payers
The Hayward School District is out of money and the only way out, officials say, is a referendum. The referendum will ask voters to approve nearly $3 million above the state-mandated operating revenue limit starting next school year and continuing for future years. This part of the money is to restore teachers and programs.
Local College, Sappi Paper Mill Awarded $350,000 Job Skills Grant
Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College and Sappi Fine Paper received a grant for $350,000 from the Minnesota Job Skills Partnership Program.
Military Changes Maternity Leave Policies
Defense Secretary Ash Carter announced a new maternity leave policy for the military, allotting twelve weeks paid leave for every branch.
Bayfield Tourism Still Hurting From Soft Winter
Bayfield’s economy thrives off of tourism, and although its peak season is in the summer, tourists visit the ice caves and Apostle Islands when the lake freezes over. But this season has been a real damper.
Enjoy Nordic Skiing in Duluth This Weekend
Duluth Cross-Country Ski Club Talks with FOX Sunrise
Many Nordic ski events are happening in Duluth this weekend.
Duluth Mayor Announces Interim Police, Fire Chiefs
Duluth Mayor Emily Larson has announced who will fill the roles of interim Police and Fire Chief.
Work on Aerial Life Bridge to Begin Feb. 1
Traffic on the Aerial Lift Bridge will be restricted to one-lane two way traffic starting on February 1 as crews work to replace the wire ropes that raise and lower the bridge.
Duluth Fire Dept. Seeking Help Keeping Fire Hydrants Clear of Snow
The Duluth Fire Department and ComfortSystems are seeking the public’s help in keeping fire hydrants clear of snow.
Report: New Housing Desperately Needed In Superior-Douglas Co.
Roughly 2,000 New Units By 2025
The city of Superior unveiled a comprehensive study on the city’s aging housing infrastructure and what it needs to do to keep up.
Sisters Take The Beargrease By Storm
Family's Been Running The Race Since 2003
Most little girls are interested in playing with dolls and throwing tea parties, but the Freking sisters aren’t most little girls — and their family isn’t like most families.
First Candidate Enters House District 7B Race
A West Duluth woman is the first to toss her hat into the ring for the Minnesota House District 7B seat.
Thousands Pack DECC For Bernie Sanders Rally
U.S. Senator From Vermont Is Dem. Pres. Candidate
Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders came to Duluth Tuesday to hold a rally, and the place was packed with supporters who wanted to hear him speak.
Wisconsin Art Board Pays Visit to Superior
Superior’s arts community showed off all their hard work Tuesday when the Wisconsin Arts Board’s executive director and assistant director came for their annual visit.
CSS Hosts Healthcare Career Fair for Students
The College of St. Scholastic hosted a healthcare career fair Tuesday to help students retain internships, a career path and jobs.
Duluth Bed and Breakfast Ranks Number One in Nation
A.G. Thomson House Receives Huge Recognition
A B&B in Duluth has received a huge honor by one of the world’s top travel websites.
Free Tax Preparation Begins at Community Action Duluth
Free Tax Preps for Low and Middle Incomes
For households with low or medium income, tax season can be an expensive and draining time of year.
Public Invited to Discuss Chester Bowl Chalet Improvements
The public is invited to a meeting to discuss proposed renovations to the Chester Bowl chalet.
Verso Paper Company Files for Bankruptcy
Paper company Verso Corp., which owns the Verso Paper Mill in Duluth, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, though the company says the move will have virtually no impact on its daily business.
John Mellencamp to play DECC in April
Rock and Roll hall of famer John Mellencamp will bring his Plain Spoken Tour to the DECC’s Symphony Hall in April.
Northern Engineering Celebrates 100 Years
Northland Uncovered: Northern Engineering
There are countless Northland businesses that have been around for many years, but it’s hard to imagine the Twin Ports without shipping.
