2nd Annual Valley Youth Center Bike Run
CJ Ham Visits West Duluth Fundrasier
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Sands Shakes Off Ring Rust, Prepares For First Fight in 2017
Al Sands Faces Mengistu Zarzar August 25th
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Two Harbors: Dixie Bar and Grill Owners Start Over
You Can Catch Thier Food Truck Around Town
Two Harbors, Minn. A little more than a year ago fire destroyed the Dixie Bar and Grill in Two Harbors. The Dixie known for its comfort food and hospitality is back in an nontraditional way. Food trucks have become a hot commodity around the country. A trend Dixie Bar and Grill owners hope to cash in on. The fire last…
WWII Marine to be Laid to Rest Saturday
Sgt. James Hubert's Remains were Unaccounted for Since Battle of Tarawa
DULUTH, Minn. – A Duluth Marine missing since 1943 finally returns home Saturday. Sergeant James Hubert will be laid to rest 74 years after he was killed at the Battle of Tarawa in the Pacific theatre of World War II. Sgt. Hubert’s remains were discovered by a group called History Flight and recently identified. His sister, Mary Kay Hagen says…
Dick Reder Golf Scramble Raises Money for Superior Public Library
This year's tournament raised more than $10,000 to help expand the library's youth areas
SUPERIOR, Wisc. – Golfers teed it up for a good cause at Superior’s Nemadji Golf Club on Friday. The 25th Annual Dick Reder Golf Scramble supported the Superior Public Library’s upcoming remodeling project. Brothers Rich and Paul Reder started the tournament to honor their father, who loved helping youth charities. “He never wanted to see a kid left out,” said…
Michigan Street Utilities Upgrades Resume July 17
DULUTH, Minn. – Michigan Street in downtown Duluth has undergone a significant utilities upgrade project since April involving electrical, gas, and water lines. The first phase was completed on June 30, allowing for the temporary re-opening of Michigan Street. Phase two will begin at 6 a.m. July 17 from 2nd Avenue West to 1st Avenue West. The project is expected…
Health department temporarily funding suicide hotline
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – The Minnesota Department of Health will provide temporary funding to maintain a suicide prevention hotline that was expected to shut down. The department will provide $139,000 to keep the hotline open at least until September 29. The hotline is operated by the nonprofit Canvas Health of Oakdale. It announced earlier this month that it would…
Annual Reggae Festival to Bring Jamaican Culture to Duluth
12th Annual Bayfront Reggae & World Music Festival
DULUTH, Minn. – This weekend music, food, artisans and dancing will be taking over Bayfront Festival Park. The 12th Annual Bayfront Reggae & World Music Festival is taking place. It all starts Saturday, July 15 when gates open at 11 a.m. Music begins at 1 p.m. and runs until 11 p.m. Tickets are available online, at the gate or at…
Local Doctor Speaks on Benefits of Physical Therapy
Active Adventures: In Motion Therapy
DULUTH, Minn. – Through many different instances, one can become injured. A local doctor is looking to educate those injured about proper healing methods. For some, an injury could be so serious they require surgery, but according to Annita Winkels, DPT, for others, physical therapy is the answer. Dr. Winkels, Founder of In Motion Therapy says the goal is to…
Superior 4-H Kids Sell Their Animals In Auction
Beef, Pork and Lamb sold to the highest bidder
Superior, Wis. The beef auction one of the most popular events at the head of the lakes fair was held tonight 4h kids ranging from the 3rd to 12th grades we’re able to show off their farm raised animals tonight in front of a huge crowd. Tonight marks the end of months of hard work inside the barn. The kids…
City Of Superior Has $100K In Untouched Tourism Dollars
Superior, Wis. — The City of Superior has a problem — a good problem. The city needs to decide how to spend $100,000 in excess hotel and motel tax revenue. The $100,000 has added up over the years from leftover balances. At this point the City Council and Superior Mayor Jim Paine have decided to put together an events committee….
Lincoln Park Program Helping Kids Make Healthier Choices
The Power of Produce club gives $2 to kids who visit the Lincoln Park Farmers' Market
DULUTH, Minn. – A new program started today over in West Duluth that’s aimed at helping kids making healthier choices when deciding what food to eat. The Power of Produce (PoP) club gives $2 to kids who visit the Lincoln Park Farmers’ Market to spend on fresh, locally grown fruit and vegetables. Community Action Duluth joined together with the St….
WWII Veteran Awarded High School Diploma
Marine Sgt. James Hubert was Killed in the Battle of Tarawa
DULUTH, Minn. – Some 78 years after Marine Sgt. James Hubert should have graduated from Denfeld High School, the World War II veteran received his diploma. “This is just one small thing we as a district and as a community can do to honor the ultimate sacrifice the family and Sgt. Hubert made for our country,” said Amy Starzecki, Duluth…
Workshop Offers Genealogy Tips
First Genealogy Worshop Hosted Ten Students
DULUTH, Minn. – The St. Louis County Historical Society offered a genealogy workshop at The Depot Thursday. In this Basic Genealogy class, people learned how to start their own family research using resources in their own backyard. The class’ instructor says genealogy teaches people about who they are. “I think it provides people with a sense of place,” said Kathleen…
Duluth Kennel Club Hosts Dog Shows
Nearly 800 Dogs Compete Over Four Days
DULUTH, Minn. – For the rest of this week, the Duluth Entertainment and Convention Center has gone to the dogs. Through Sunday, the Duluth Kennel Club hosts its annual series of all–breed dog shows inside the DECC’s Pioneer Hall. Between 750 and 800 pure-bred dogs from across the United States and Canada take part in four days of competition for…
Productive Devices for Kids during Summer Months
DULUTH, Minn. – Whether they’re hitting the pool, hanging with friends or simply sleeping in, kids and teens alike embrace their summer break with gusto. Meanwhile, parents often struggle to not only keep their children productive, but also have peace of mind when their kids aren’t in school. Thankfully, Verizon offers various kid-friendly (and parent-approved!) devices to help Mom and…
Wine Tasting in Mendoza, Argentina
Foley Family Wines Travels to Argentina
MENDOZA, Argentina – You may remember a wine specialist featured on FOX 21 previously. Marc Carrigan, Regional Sales Manager of Foley Family Wines, has held wine tastings on FOX 21 Local News at 7 several times. Carrigan recently traveled to Argentina for work and sent back information on how wine is grown there. Carrigan spoke with the wine maker for…
Three Downtown Avenues Transitioning to Two Way Traffic
Conversions are expected to begin Monday, July 17
DULUTH, Minn. – Three avenues are slated to convert from one to two way as part of the City of Duluth’s plans to improve transit and access to downtown businesses. First, Second, and Third Avenues West (from Superior Street up to 4th Street) will ease and allow more direct connections to businesses with smoother circulation, according to the City. Other…
Hermantown Summerfest Begins
Meatballs And Puppies Were The Main Course Today
http://hermantownsummerfest.org/schedule.html The Hermantown Summerfest kicked off today. The event is really a celebration of the community as a whole. Today included tons of food, open houses and even a pet parade. That’s just a little taste of what’s in store for the rest of the week. Many local businesses give generously to provide free activities for all ages throughout the…
Historic Union Depot Needs Millions in Repairs
St. Louis Co. to Seek Funding During 2018 Application Process
DULUTH, Minn. – The more than century old Union Depot needs repairs. About $8 million worth in the next five to seven years. “It’s time to make a significant investment back into this building to preserve it for the next 100–plus years,” said St. Louis Co. Property Management Director Tony Mancuso. One project though, needs immediate attention. “We need to…
Little League, Big Tournament
Western Little League Heads To Central Regional Tourney
DULUTH, Minn- The Western Duluth Little League Program has earned themselves an incredible opportunity. They’re preparing to head to Kalamazoo, Michigan for the Little League Central regional tournament on July 21st. The team, won the intermediate state championship Tuesday evening to earn their road trip. Should they win, they’re off to the Little League World Series n California. The team…
Andy Welinski Gives Back At TPPDC
Former Bulldog Sharing Skills In Twin Ports
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“A Day At The Wade” Fundraiser Next Week
All proceeds go right back to supporting youth programs in Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. – A fundraiser to help support local youth organizations takes place next Wednesday. A Day at the Wade will feature live music, food and special vendors with all proceeds going right back to help youth programming in Duluth. One of those organizations recently got a helping hand from some generous donations. Kids from the Valley Youth Center will…
Artists Paint Duluth Scenery for Paint du Nord Outdoor Art Festival
Artist's work will be on display Friday night at Blacklist
DULUTH, Minn. – 34 artists from around the country are taking part in the Plein Aire Duluth: Paint du Nord outdoor painting festival this week. Artists have been working their way through the city, capturing different aspects of Duluth’s beauty. Wednesday’s backdrop was Glensheen Mansion, where artists were scattered throughout the grounds with their paint and canvases. “Today I want…
Sidewalk Shuffle Held in Duluth
Festival Events go Through July 15
DULUTH, Minn.-The Sidewalk Shuffle was held today on the Lakewalk, as part of the annual Sidewalk Days. The 5–K run is celebrating its 10th year and helps raise money for YMCA scholarship programs. Race organizers expected hundreds of people to sign up for the event. Alisha Bradley, the YMCA director of healthy living, said the funds help the disadvantaged take…
Women’s Care Center in Duluth Receives a Huge Blessing
DULUTH, Minn. — The Women’s Care Center in downtown Duluth received a huge blessing earlier today; it was a literal blessing, as Bishop Paul Sirba prays over a brand new ultrasound machine. A coalition of regional chapters from the Knights of Columbus made this donation happen. The Women’s Care Center offers pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, prenatal care, and pregnancy counseling. And…
Summer Pet Apparel with A Place for Fido
Local Pet Store Offers Summer Safety Tips for Your Furry Friends
DULUTH, Minn. – In this week’s Animal Answers, we’re tackling summertime apparel for your pets. It’s something many of us often forget about when in the water, on the sidewalk or even lounging at home. “Animals can sense the drop of the barometric pressure and we don’t even feel it,” said Ben Parents, Co-owner of A Place for Fido. Thunderstorms…
1 Year Later, The Bad River Band is Still Recovering from Big Storm
Some Tribal Members Say it was the Worst Storm They Had Ever Seen
BAD RIVER RESERVATION, Wis.- A year ago a storm swept through Northern Wisconsin, damaging infrastructure on the Bad river reservation, like this very bridge. “Over night we received like 9 inches of rain, close to 9 inches of rain. All the roads washed away,” says Nicholas Blanchard, a Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Tribal Member. The bridge, along…
Miller Hill Subaru Donates Blankets to Cancer Center
The car dealership also donated a dozen craft kits for pediatric cancer patients
DULUTH, Minn. – Cancer patients at Essentia Health were given a special gift today. The staff at Miller Hill Subaru delivered 80 blankets to the Cancer Center, as well as some hand written notes from some of their customers. The blankets will help provide warmth to patients, especially those undergoing treatment. Charlene Buescher was given just two weeks to live…
Head of the Lakes Fair Underway in Superior
Carnival rides, games and food will be out at the fairgrounds through Sunday.
SUPERIOR, Wisc. – One of Superior’s biggest summer attractions is now underway. The Head of the Lakes Fair kicked off Monday evening. Carnival rides, games and food will be out at the fairgrounds through Sunday. Festivities got started with some dirt track racing over at the AMSOIL Speedway. “I think it’s all the grilling that brings people in” said Jodi…
Mr. Ed’s in Hibbing to Host Supper on the Farm
Guests Can Meet Mr. Ed's Animals and Get to Know Local Farmers
HIBBING, Minn. – On Wednesday, you have the chance to eat a special, home-cooked meal at a local farm. Mr. Ed’s Farm in Hibbing is hosting a free supper on Wednesday where anyone can come enjoy sloppy joes made from homegrown beef. Guests can also tour the farm, meet Mr. Ed’s animals, and get to know local farmers. “They can…
South St. Louis County Fair Kicks Off Wednesday
The Festival Has Been Going on For Almost 100 Years
PROCTOR, Minn. – The South St. Louis County Fair kicks off Wednesday. Organizers were busy setting up rides and booths at the Proctor fairgrounds. The fair has been going on for almost a century, and this year, where will be an endure race, a petting zoo, live music, and of course 4-H competitions. “Throughout the week we’ll have animals being…
Tuesdays are Kids Days Downtown
Library, Depot Offer Summer Kids Activities
DULUTH, Minn. – The downtown Duluth Public Library kicked off its annual Kaleidoscope for Kids summer program Tuesday. The library has run the Kaleidoscope program for more than 35 years. Every Tuesday through early August, kids and their parents can take in a free show outside in the library’s plaza area. Some lucky kids might even get to be part…
DTA Unveils New Bus Routes
Four New Routes Start Service August 27th
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Transit Authority will soon offer more options for public transportation users. Starting August 27th, the DTA will expand Route 5 service to run from Gary New Duluth to the Miller Hill Mall. Also, three brand new routes will start on the 27th. Route 21 will go from Lakeside to the mall via UMD’s Kirby Student…
Annual Sidewalk Days Festival Begins Wednesday with New Events
Sales and Car Show Return to Take Over Superior Street
DULUTH, Minn. – A downtown, summertime tradition will be shutting down parts of Superior Street once again. The Sidewalk Days Festival begins Wednesday, July 12 and runs through Friday, July 14. About 80 vendors are expected to participate. There will be a car show, crafts, clothes, food, live music and more. New this year, there will be a selfie scavanger…
Minnesota’s Oldest Craft Co-op Celebrates 45 Years
Northland Uncovered: Northwoods Pioneer Gallery and Gifts
CASTLE DANGER, Minn. – In a little shop along the North Shore dozens of Northland artists and crafters display their passions. “There are some forms that are kind of lost. Like, we have a lady that does tatting. Most people don’t even know what tatting is,” said Mabel Tarlton, President of the Board for Northwoods Pioneer Gallery and Gifts. Northwoods…
Superior Councilors Propose Year-Round Connection To City Trail
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Two Superior city councilors are hoping to score $80,000 in excess tourism tax dollars to make a pathway in the municipal forest usable all year long as a connecting trail across town to the Osage Trail. Councilors Brent Fennessey and Craig Sutherland say the pathway in the forest is only open for snowmobiles in the winter months…
New Café Brings Year-Round Jobs, Revitalization to Gary New Duluth
The Trophy Café is locally owned and operated by Mont du Lac Resort
GARY NEW DULUTH, Minn. – Gary New Duluth has lived through decades of history. Buildings have changed ownership and new beginnings have come and gone. Now, one local resort is expanding into the neighborhood, inviting you to stop by for a fresh home cooked meal. “When you make an order, a chef in the back is going to make it…
Saxon Harbor Still Mostly Unusable After 2016 Flood
Restoration Could Cost $8 Million or More
SAXON, Wis.- Several inches of rain fell in northern Wisconsin last year, causing a flood that severely destroyed parts of Saxon Harbor. Large pieces of the bridge at the harbor crumbled away, the beach was washed out, and the harbor was covered in debris from fallen trees and uprooted plants. “We are unable to have the same boater traffic, families…
New Mural Taking Shape in Duluth
Painting Shows the History of the Lincoln Park Neighborhood
DULUTH, Minn. – A unique mural is taking shape in Duluth’s Lincoln Park Neighborhood. The mural was painted in the Duluth Art Institute studio and was glued to the wall on the east side of the Frost River Trading Company building. It tells the history of jobs in Lincoln Park with blue collar labor jobs pictured on the mural’s bottom…
Wisconsin Point Dunes Restoration Receives Over $1.3 Million from State
A total of $2.4 million in grants awarded
City of Superior MADISON, Wis. – Governor Scott Walker announced $2.4 million in grants to protect and improve the Great Lakes resources in Wisconsin’s coastal communities. Thirty-four grants will be used by local and state governments, regional planning commissions, universities, and non-profit organizations. The largest grant was received by the City of Superior for the Wisconsin Point Dunes Restoration Project…
NRRI Receives Recurring Funding
Coffee Conversation: Natural Resources Research Institute
DULUTH, Minn. – It’s big news and big funding for the Natural Resources Research Institute. The institute was granted an additional $2 million in recurring funding from the Minnesota State Legislature. This almost doubles the previous state funding they were receiving and was the first funding increase since the 1980s. According to June Breneman, External Affairs Manager for the NRRI,…
New Duluth Company Helps Tame Frizzy Beards
There's a Beard Care Product Company in Duluth
DULUTH, Minn.- It all started as a conversation inside of Living Art Tattoo studio in Duluth, when tattoo artist Josh Kirkpatrick was giving Scott Rabold a tattoo. “He was having trouble finding a decent beard care product, one that he liked the smell of, one that worked in his beard,” explained Kirkpatrick. So Kirkpatrick offered Rabold a little bit of…
People March to Raise Awareness of Veteran Suicide
Around 20 Veterans Die by Suicide Each Day
DULUTH, Minn.- Though it was rainy today, around 50 people braved the elements and marched to raise awareness of Veteran suicide. Veterans, Community members and active service members joined together for a Ruck March. The participants walked approximately 6 and a half miles from Lester Park in Duluth, through Hawks Ridge, and back to the park. The goal of the…
‘Freedom Fest’ Tourney Honors Friend Killed In Car Accident
2017 LT Freedom Fest Memorial Tournament
Duluth, Minn. A high-speed crash six years ago took the life of one person, while seriously injuring three others. The life taken was that of Tim Stephenson, a caring person whose favorite thing to do was playing ultimate Frisbee. Every year since his death, Tim’s teammates and friends remember him by hosting a ultimate Frisbee tournament in his honor. Tim…
Skate With The Pros At SAHA
Local Pros Kick Off The Twin Ports Pro Development Camp
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Retired Chiropractor is Selling Hundreds of Medical Books
He Calls it the Everything Related to Paper Sale
CLOQUET, Minn.- Steve Parkhurst was a chiropractor working in his office in Cloquet for 37 years, but now that he has been retired for a few years, he’s having a big sale he calls “everything paper sale” Parkhurst calls himself a life long book collector, and the inside of his office is lined with thousands of medical books, magazines, paintings,…
Minnesota Artists Gather in Grand Marais for Art Festival
Around 70 Artists Had Their Work for Sale
GRAND MARAIS, Minn.- Wooden rings, handmade cutting boards and naturally dyed silk shirts lined the inside of one booth at the Art festival in Grand Marais. Dawnette Davis and Andrew Kringen the artists that manned the booth, have been attending the festival for half a decade “I do wood cutting boards, jewelry, and my work is laminated wood. I use…
Silver Bay Residents Celebrate Bay Days
The Festival Has Been Going on for Years
SILVER BAY, Minn.- Bay Day celebrations are continuing in Silver Bay. The festival has been going on for years, but grows bigger each year. Organizers say this year the festival has cost 45,000 dollars to put on, but that the experience has been well worth it. Friends and families enjoyed eating at food trucks, checking out craft booths, and jumping…
