DULUTH, Minn.– Yesterday, Ursa Minor Brewing has begun celebrating for plenty of reasons! The brewery’s 4th annual Oktoberfest weekend matches up perfectly with their 6-year anniversary. There will be lots of fun for people of all ages. Including daily stein holding contests, live music, as well as bunnies and ducks for their petting zoo. According to Ursa staff, the…
DULUTH, Minn.– This well-known birding spot is kicking off their most popular weekend of the year! Hawk weekend is catering to the bird enthusiasts in the Northland by celebrating one of the busiest migration weeks. Specifically, the arrival of broad-winged hawks will be highlighted this weekend. Hawk Ridge has been participating in research and education programs for over 50…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Junior League of Duluth got together to celebrate Find the Good Day. This day was started by the Association of Junior Leagues International. It’s about finding the good in yourself, your community, and the world around you. But they emphasize it’s not just a day on a calendar, it’s a movement to help knit the community…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Dog shows display the work owners put into obedience, and grooming of their furry friends. Superior brought back their 2nd annual Head of the Lakes dog show, and officials say, they’re grateful for its return. What’s really nice about having an event here is there was none before. There were no events like this in Superior for…
Duluth, Minn.– It is no secret there is a childcare crisis happening right now in Duluth. High cost of living, and a lack of funding for resources is a large part of this issue. “The first is, we need an emergency bill that will allow families that can’t find childcare slots the opportunities to hire dual family nannies, or other…
DULUTH, Minn. — It is no secret the Duluth area is in a childcare shortage crisis. And just as new daycare spots open up other options shut down. Right now, childcare services from the YWCA in West Duluth, Observation Hill Children’s Center and Building Blocks will be closing as soon as November. City and state lawmakers said the closures will…
Superior, Wis.–Detail and Dash is now a ceramic pro-elite dealer certified in ceramic products for vehicles, boats, bikes and more. This new certification Detail and Dash has been rebranded to be known as Ceramic Pro Superior/Detail and Dash. A few of the new products that they offer for customers are ceramic coating, paint protection, window tint, and rust proofing. The owner…
Duluth, Minn.– Summer is still hanging around as people hit Canal Park today to enjoy the nice weather in the Twin Ports. People were out swimming in Lake Superior, jumping off the ice house, and walking along the shore of Lake Superior. Categories: Community, Great Outdoors, Minnesota, News
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Wild rice harvesting is a skill passed down generation to generation and is a sacred part of the lives of Native Americans. Students and staff got on the water, and learned just how the process is done. This was done by UW Superior’s Indigenous Cultures Resource Center. “I was invited through our ICRC program to learn about…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — St. Scholastica students will again have the opportunity to participate in theatre, after their longtime program came to a close at the end of last year. The college community was up in arms after the cut was announced, leaving student thespians without their creative outlet. But after cooperating with the University of Wisconsin Superior, the university is…
DULUTH, Minn. — They say, if you want something bad enough, you will make it happen. That was the case for this local spine surgeon. Dr. Jared Broadway had a vision and a dream. And his dream finally became a reality. The Arrowhead Surgery Center opened about a year ago. “I really have to pinch myself. Because it was a…
DULUTH, Minn. — The sun was shining, and the clubs were swinging at Downtown Duluth’s 5th Annual September Slam Golf Event. The event happening at Ridgeview Country Club in Duluth is all about having fun while raising money. Proceeds go towards the Outreach position with their Clean and Safe Team. It is a grant funded position that is expiring. Nathan…
DULUTH, Minn. — Fungi lovers have a chance to learn how to grow their own mushrooms at home. Growing Duluth is hosting the introductory level class. Participants will learn the basics of identifying shrooms, make their own oyster mushroom basket, and see how they can grow wine cap mushrooms for next year’s harvest. The business believes the best way to…
DULUTH, Minn.– The new owner of the 40-thousand square foot building has a dream to make it into what she calls a “mini mall.” Duluth entrepreneur DeBora Rachelle and her son are envisioning a restaurant and different shops on the first floor. The second and third floors could be for vacation rentals or a boutique hotel. And the fourth floor…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Public Library hosted an event on Monday to bring childcare providers together. It is part of the Play and Learn for Family, Friend, and Neighbor Caregivers program. The goal is to try and provide more money, resources and opportunities for these informal providers. This program gives providers a chance to meet others like them. And…
DULUTH, Minn. — When it comes to what’s in theaters or entertainment, no other place in town has quite as diverse a taste for media than the Zeitgeist. The arts and cultural center has been the place to get involved and enjoy the works of local artists, performers, and filmmakers. Saturday, the Zeitgeist is celebrating their annual Spirit of the…
DULUTH, Minn.– German food, beer, and music has officially arrived in Duluth as the gates open for the 5th annual Duluth Oktoberfestival. People gathered at the gates of Bayfront Festival park for the opening ceremony, where the golden keg was tapped by organizers and Mayor Roger Reinert to begin the weekend of festivities. Oktoberfest offers many games and activities for…
DULUTH, Minn.– A celebration of life for University of Duluth Minnesota legendary men’s head hockey coach Mike Sertich was held today at the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center. Sertich passed away in early August at the age of 77. He was the head coach for the Bulldogs from 1982 to 2000, leading the team to four NCAA tournament berths. Former players,…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — For nearly 22 years, the Friends of the Superior Public Library puts on a book sale to help cater to the local book enthusiasts! The pop-up shop on Friday opened their doors for people to check out their books. The library had to sort through close to 10,000 book donations for this event, as well as future…
DULUTH, Minn. — People were rolling into the DECC on Friday ahead of a big race in Duluth. The 2024 NorthShore expo is part of the NorthShore Inline Marathon. Racers were able to pick up their race packets, check out some of the vendors, and get the chance to meet people from all over who come to participate in this…
DULUTH, Minn. — An environmental school in Duluth hosted an event to showcase its creative minds. The annual Fruit, Flower, & Vegetable Show has been a tradition at Stowe Elementary School for over 60 years now. It is a county fair style exhibit where students and staff can bring decorated items and put them on display. Stowe PTA helps put…
DULUTH, Minn. — Career fair season is officially back at UMD. On Thursday STEM-Fest took place on campus. 116 employers including local, regional, and national all available to speak with students. It included different fields from medical, civil engineering and the FBI. The career fair is open to all students. “What’s really exciting is that we see students from their…
DULUTH, Minn. — Second Harvest Northland held a public behind the scenes tour on Thursday. It’s all part of their campaign to raise awareness, food, and funds during Hunger Action Month. The support garnered will go towards feeding one in nine Northland neighbors, including over 18,000 children. The organization serves 15 counties across Northeast Minnesota and Northwest Wisconsin. As much…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — A furry new addition has been made to the Superior Police Department. Meet K9 Millie, a labradoodle puppy. This newest trainee is assigned to Community Service Officer Jen Stank. Who has been working with Millie to serve as a support system for individuals experiencing crises or troubled times. The announcement was made Wednesday at Bryant Elementary School….
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth community members had the chance to hear from a local business owner all about his experience. This is all part of the Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce Connect @ Clyde events. The featured speaker was Derek Medved, owner and operator of 9 KornerStores in the Northland area. He spoke about his journey with starting his first…
DULUTH, Minn.– Pumpkins and Christmas trees. That’s what’s on the mind of Farmer Doug and his team right now. The Pumpkin Patch in Duluth will be opening this weekend for families to visit and choose that special gourd. Farmer Doug told Fox 21 that the start of the growing season was slow because of the wet spring we had but…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth community often refers to the Twin Ports as a college town. That being said, with the start of every fall semester, that name becomes a reality. Since 1947, University of Minnesota Duluth has been a staple for students, professors, and other staff over the years. The UMD campus has impacted the community economically. Every fall,…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Superior Hiking Trail caters to outdoor enthusiasts, and casual hikers alike. That being said, the trail doesn’t magically maintain itself. A group of dedicated volunteers hit the trails Tuesday to help maintain the Superior Hiking Trail. Lots of work goes into keeping the area up to code, as well as sustainable. Creating rock staircases, and replacing…
DULUTH, Minn.– This week is Direct Support Professional Recognition Week in the state of Minnesota. Trillium Services, a disability service provider, hosted their annual appreciation event for their DSP employees. People could enjoy food from the Rambler food truck and had an opportunity to win raffle prizes that were donated by local businesses. “This is a really important job. Just…
Duluth, Minn.– The University of Minnesota Duluth held an artificial intelligence forum to address the positives and negatives of AI. The forum highlighted UMD’s new Generative AI tools policy for the school year while looking to teach students, staff, and faculty how AI should be used properly in the workplace and in college. One of the points highlighted at the…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — On Monday Superior residents got a chance to testify during a public hearing involving a proposed rate increase by Superior Water Light & Power. The power company is proposing an overall 5.9% increase on utilities around $7.3 million. The utilities include electric, natural gas and water rates. Officials with SWL&P say the increase would allow for continued…
DULUTH, Minn. — Football Sunday is back on Fox and that meant local bars were kicking off the season with parties. The Caddyshack in Duluth’s Lincoln Park neighborhood celebrated the opening of the Vikings season with free food, drink deals and a whole lot of purple and gold. Vikings fans from all over town came together to share in the…
DULUTH, Minn. — Bayfront Park was the place to be this weekend for the 30th annual Lake Superior Harvest Festival. The grounds were packed Saturday with people enjoying everything from live music to home-goods and produce shopping. There was also an energy fair to explore. A local farmer and his family have been selling at the festival for years. Here’s…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Residents in Superior are invited to a public hearing Monday involving rate increases proposed by Superior Water Light and Power (SWL&P). The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin is hosting the public hearing at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. at the Government Center in Superior, room 270. The overall proposed increase is 5.9%, or about $7.3 million. This…
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth is in need of over one-thousand spaces reserved for childcare. Although this problem is far from reaching a complete solution the Duluth Area Family YMCA and Essentia Health are adding more than 100 childcare spots in the Central Hillside neighborhood. Duluth Area Family YMCA has committed more than $1 million and Essentia Health more than $2.6…
CARLTON, Minn. — A giant garage sale is being held in Carlton this weekend, all proceeds going towards a good cause. The Carlton Hockey Association organizing this sale at the Four Seasons Sports Complex. Funds will be used for hockey equipment for kids, after school programs, and helping keep the rink open. The organization collected items all summer long from…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– A golf scramble in Superior today focused on the importance of the Douglas County Historical Society. The second annual Golf Tournament and Fundraisers for DCHS took off today at Nemadji Golf Course. Last year, the event brought in the museum $9,000. The golf course welcomed 17 teams teeing up for this scramble. Officials from DCHS say they’re hoping…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — A long-time thrift store looking for new owners. The announcement comes after owners say they are up against some health challenges. Earth Exchange opened their Superior location in 2008. The thrifting business has always been home to large furniture sets, upcycled clothes, DVDs, and more. But now are looking to sell the whole business. Earth Exchanged announced…
DULUTH, Minn.–Local outdoor-based companies are urging voters this November to take them into consideration. Renewal of lottery funds for outdoor conservation will be on the ballot for every Minnesotan. For thirty years now, a portion of state lottery gets funded for preservation of outdoor spaces. Overtime, it has provided over one billion dollars for the Great Outdoors. Officials say, if…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– A once polluted Woodstock Bay in the St. Louis River is now restored for swimming and outdoor recreation. The new bay features the only boat launch within the 44-00-acre Superior Municipal Forest. This 1.4-million-dollar project encourages visiting the wetlands in the urban setting. Woodstock Bay is home to unique scenic outlooks, a pavilion, and a canoe landing. Superior…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– A new exhibit at the Bong Museum features a hidden gem in the army. The latest addition at the museum is shedding light on postmaster ship in the US Army. At age 40, after delivering mail in Cloquet Clarence Scheibe joined the army, and was responsible for delivering mail overseas. This ranged from top secret communication to…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– Superior Mayor Jim Paine is moving up plans to overhaul a crumbling section of Tower Avenue. The redesign and rebuild of this road will be between Belknap down to 28th Street. This project was originally scheduled to start in 2027 or 2028. But Paine said, this fix can’t wait. Especially with the upcoming closure of the Blatnik Bridge…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– Today class is back in session for the Yellowjackets. The coffee shop is brewing, pool is being played, and tabling has begun! UW Superior welcomed back students today for their first day. It’s a great way for everyone to get to know their peers outside of class. A senior said, the warm welcome eases the back-to-school jitters! “It’s…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — The Superior Public Library is getting ready for its annual book sale fundraiser. The Friends of the Library will host the sale September 13th and 14th. There will be deals on books, DVDs, and magazines. And if you want children’s books there will be plenty. Many of them are coming from the now-closed Lake Superior Elementary library….
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DULUTH, Minn.–‘Welcome Week’ has kicked off at Twin Ports-Area YMCA locations. Now through September 8th, anybody can walk in for free to try things out at the gym. Everything from yoga classes, equipment and taking a dip in the pool. The YMCA executive director of the Hermantown location tells us, Welcome Week is a great way to take a…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– It was a special first day at Superior Middle School. That’s because Governor Tony Evers paid a visit. It was part of his back-to-school tour today. Evers has a long career in education ranging from being a teacher all the way up to state superintendent. “To me it’s even more important to be in schools especially at this…
DULUTH, Minn. — Today’s weather brought together the public and politicians alike for a picnic in Bayfront Park. The American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) has held their annual Labor Day picnic for several decades now. Members say that the historical ties to labor unions here in the Northland, has kept attendance strong over the years….
CLOQUET, Minn.– For some people, celebrating Labor Day can be a little more mechanical. Self-proclaimed “motor heads” flocked to Cloquet to see all 90 cars at the show. They’re showcasing cars from different eras, or simply displaying their latest project. Officials say it’s always a great time to get together and check out the collection of cars! Some of the…
DULUTH, Minn.–Fall is in the air. And on the ground, there were over forty glass leaf pendants for people to find today! The leaf sprinkle drew quite the crowd. Tons of folks gathered along the lakewalk in search of their very own leaf pendant. Lake Superior Art Glass hid these leaves along the lakewalk and Canal Park. The pendants…
