Locals Confront Issues with Aging in Minnesota
Senior Care Forum
A town hall forum kicked off at Ecumen Lakeshore to discuss aging in Minnesota.
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Scoop the Poop: Clean Up Pet Waste
Leaving Waste Can Threaten Environment
With most of the snow melted on city streets, the ugly side of spring is starting to show it’s stinky self.
Tycoons Alehouse Advances in Best Historic Bar Contest
Duluth Business Advances to "Sweet Sixteen"
Tycoon’s Alehouse is in the running to being named America’s best historic bar.
Ice Sculpture Comes Down — This Time On Purpose
Fourth time’s a charm! After three attempts in three days, the ice sculpture at Barker’s Island finally came crumbling down Thursday afternoon.
Dog Park Fills Up To Release Winter Blues
Muddy Paws? No problem!
If you think you are feeling restless after a long, cold winter, think about how your pets must feel.
Fitger’s Celebrates Kickoff for Bockfest 2015
The Blessing Of The Bock A Success
The kegs have been tapped, the beer has been blessed. And now it’s time to start celebrating Bockfest at Fitger’s.
Woman Battling Cancer Starts ‘Fights Like a Ranger’ Campaign
A woman battling cancer is giving new meaning on what it means to truly be an Iron Ranger.
King of Creams Ice Cream Truck Opens Storefront in Hillside
If you’re the kind of person who craves ice cream all year long, you’re in luck.
Community Discusses Ways to Alleviate Bullying
Meeting in Superior to Put an End to an Ongoing Problem
In the weeks following a bullying incident that lead to the death of a Duluth teen, a new Facebook page called “Taking a Stand Against Bullying in Superior WI” was started by community members who decided it was time to make a difference.
MN Lawmaker Proposes Legalizing Fireworks
MN Bill Would Change Fireworks Law
The ban on the sale and use of fireworks in Minnesota would come to an end if a bill chief-authored by State Representative Jason Rarick (R-Pine City) becomes law.
Keetac plant Closing in Keewatin
Hundreds of Job will be Lost
Last summer U.S. Steel pumped the breaks on a multi-million dollar expansion on the Iron Range.
Superior Police Department Honors Officers’ Accomplishments
Annual Award Ceremony in Superior
The Superior Police Department celebrated the accomplishments of its officers at this year’s annual awards ceremony.
U.S Coast Guard Ice Breaking Season Begins
Coast Guard Established First Track For Lakers
The Twin Ports are known worldwide for being a shipping hub. But, the U.S. Coast Guard has to help prep area waterways for the upcoming season.
Leif Erickson Viking Ship Finds New Home
The corner of London Road and Superior Street is about to be home to a historic 42 foot Viking ship.
Gary New Duluth Center Moving Forward
Construction Underway for new Recreation Center
A project is moving forward to revitalize the St. Louis River Corridor.
Elderly, People With Disabilities in Superior Face Cuts
Potential Cuts to Long Term Care in Wisconsin
“We are licensed for the advanced aged and Alzheimer’s, dementia,” Harmony Homes administrator Pamela Clark said.
Duluth Public Library Celebrates Milestone
125th Birthday Celebration at Duluth Library
The Duluth Library Foundation hosted a celebration in honor of the Library’s 125th Birthday Wednesday afternoon.
Duluth’s Mounted Patrol Looks Ahead to Get Ready For Summer Patrolling
Four Officers Train With Their Four Legged Friends
They’re big with flowing manes, large personalities and long tails and members of the Duluth Police Department are now busy training to use them on the force.
Restaurants Announced for ‘Chamber Restaurant Week’
Will Run March 22-28 in Superior
The Superior-Douglas County Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau is gearing up for its first ever Chamber Restaurant week.
Duluth Depot Welcomes New Program Director
Duluth Depot Creates New Position four 4 Museums
The St. Louis County Heritage and Arts Center, also known as The Depot, has welcomed a new position to facility.
Bakery Bounces Back After Fire
Black Bear Bakery
An Iron Range business has bounced back after it was damaged in a fire about two months ago.
Man Rescued After Minivan Plunges Into Lake
The reality of warm weather sinks in after a fisherman’s van goes through the ice nearly taking him under.
The Northland Gets an Early Taste of Spring
Crowds Enjoy the Warm March Temperatures
FOX 21’s Stef Manisero was out and about in downtown Duluth with the hundreds of people enjoying this early taste of spring.
Medical Marijuana Operations Restricted to Specific Zones
Duluth Identifies Potential Zones for Medical Marijuana
Duluth City Officials are setting limits on where a medical marijuana distribution center can be placed in the city and many locations are already being considered in a recent proposal.
UMD to Offer Gender Inclusive Housing in Duluth
Inclusive Housing Begins Fall 2015
UMD is starting a trend by offering a gender inclusive housing in the fall to 5 on campus apartment buildings.
Northland Students Explore Careers in Construction Trades
First "Construct Tomorrow" in Duluth
More than 10 area high schools attended the first “Construct Tomorrow” Career Exploration Event to find out what it means to have a career in the building trades.
Duluth Awarded $200K Grant From EPA
Help Revitalize West Duluth
The City of Duluth has been awarded a $200,000 grant from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Knowing Your Neighbors: Swanky Sweet Pea
Swanky Sweet Pea is a vibrant little shop specializing in dessert inspired bath bombs.
Carlton County Sheriff’s Office Welcomes K9 Unit
Local Donations Revive K9 Program
There’s a new dog in town, and at 16-months-old he can already sniff out 10 types of drugs.
Boy Recovers from Chair Lift Fall
It’s been a week and a half since and 8-year-old Solon Springs boy fell off the chair lift at Spirit Mountain.
City Council Votes in Favor of Library Funding
$80,000 to Go Toward Site and Design Assessment
The Duluth Public Library is no longer adequately serving the public, according to city officials.
Ash Tree Removal Near Blatnik Bridge
22 Trees Removed in Area
A new round of ash trees came down in Superior Monday afternoon.
Mild Winter Help January Tourism Numbers in Duluth
Tourism Numbers Increased by 20% in Duluth
January tourism numbers are in and Duluth City Officials could not be happier with the outcome.
Ice Sculpture on Barker’s Island to Tumble Down
Sculpture Completely Down By End of April
It’s time! The infamous ice sculpture is set to come crashing down.
Apostle Island Ice Caves Closing for the Season
More than 35,800 Visit Apostle Islands Ice Caves During Short Season
The ice caves in the Apostle Islands National Lakeshore are closing for the season.
Ice Skaters Show off Fancy Footwork
Locals Turnout for Annual Ice Show
The Superior Figure Skating Club held it’s annual ice show inside Wessman arena at UWS.
Local Event Combines Beer and Outdoors
5th Annual Shamrock Pub Shuffle
To celebrate St. Patrick’s Day about 400 people in costumes came out for the 5th annual Shamrock Pub Shuffle.
Local Effort Keeps Food out of Landfills and into Organizations
Food Bank Truck Rescues Expired Food
“We start with an empty truck and we go back with an empty truck that’s the goal,” Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank Food Rescue Driver Jeremy Pike said.
Community Celebrates Winter
A handful of people turned out to embrace and celebrate winter Saturday afternoon in Canal Park.
Local Event Caters to Women
7th Annual Women's Expo
Hundreds turned out for the 7th annual Women’s Expo at the DECC.
Ice X for Kids Kicks Off
Ice Cross Youth Event
Nearly 100 kids from all over the Northland took part in a new event involving ice, snow and lots of fun.
History Comes to Life
Civil War Event at Duluth Public Library
Locals came out to the Duluth Public Library to see historical reenactor Arn Kind talk about the Civil War.
Superior Honors Famous 1800s Photographer
March 6 Declared David F. Barry Day
Superior Mayor Bruce Hagen declared Friday David F. Barry Day.
Allegiant Airlines Cutting Services in Duluth
Duluth airport officials are disappointed, but not surprised about the airline cancelling service out of the Twin Ports.
Animal Allies Cares for 15 Sick Kittens
Seeks Donations to Nurse Animals Back to Health
Animal Allies Humane Society recently took in 15 twelve-week-old kittens after receiving a phone call from an individual asking for help with the animals.
Marshall School’s Fine Arts Showcase
Colorful works of art are on display at Zeitgeist Arts Café thanks to Marshall School’s students.
Permit to Carry Numbers Decrease Statewide
Number Still High in St. Louis County
According to the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, 41,493 permits to carry were issued in 2014 in Minnesota, a stark decline from 60,471 permits in 2013.
An American Idol with Local Roots
Maddie Walker Is In Top 24
An American Idol hopeful with Northland connections is on the fast track to Hollywood.
Ice Sculpture To Be Torn Down in Superior
Hanson Plans to Tear Down on March 8th
The 50 ft. ice sculpture in Superior is set to come down within the next week.
Duluth Police Warn of Drug Overdose Risk
6 Drug Overdoses Over 24 Hour Time Span
The Duluth Police Department is coming off of a startling weekend with at least a half dozen drug overdoses. All believed to be caused by heroin.
