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Life House Raises Money for New Shelter

The Loft Shelter Will Provide a Place for up to Ten Homeless and Street Youth on Any Given Night

September 12, 2017

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Morning commuters in Duluth took it upon themselves to pull over along First Street Tuesday morning. Life House, an organization providing homeless and street youth ages 12-25 with unconditional support, hosted their 2nd Annual ‘Drive Up The Change’ event. Money collected will go toward the facility’s new emergency shelter atop the First Street location. The shelter plans…

Half Percent Property Tax Being Considered for St. Louis County

September 12, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

DULUTH, Minn. – The St. Louis County Board is preparing to vote on the maximum property tax levy for 2018. Tuesday, during a Committee of the Whole meeting County administration, recommended a levy of $132.2 million, a 0.5-percent impact on the property tax levy. An owner of a $200,000 home would likely pay an additional $1.12 in 2018, less than…

Northern Paddler’s Alliance Hosts Final Free Event of the Season

September 12, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Northern Paddler’s Alliance has teamed up with Swiftwater Adventures to host their fifth and final event of the season. On Saturday, Sept. 16 community members can join the crews to go whitewater rafting down the St. Louis River followed by a BBQ picnic. The event is free and open to the public. Participants must be 11…

Ethnic Days to Feature Slovenian Button Box Player

Gary New Duluth Hosts "Ethnic Days" at New Pavilion This Weekend

September 12, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – This weekend Ethnic Days is taking over Gary New Duluth. There will be performances by The Singing Slovenes with special guest performers. Gasper Krek, visiting from Slovenia, will play the button box. The Sam Miletich Tamburica Ensemble will also perform. There will also be Kolo dance instruction, face painting and ethnic food available. This will all be…

Duluth Woman’s Club Receives Historical Designation

Northland Uncovered: Duluth Heritage Preservation Landmark

September 12, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – In Duluth, historical buildings fill the town and old mansions line the streets, giving beautiful views for visitors to enjoy. One Duluth home is now recognized as a Duluth Heritage Preservation Landmark. The women of the Duluth Woman’s Club are continuing a tradition. “We all feel like it’s a very special place and it’s home,” explained Ellie…

Imagine Canal Park Pops Up At Miller Hill Mall

The group is seeking public input on what improvements could be made to Canal Park

September 11, 2017

Graham Hakala,

DULUTH, Minn. – Community members were invited to come by the Miller Hill Mall on Monday to give input on Canal Park improvements. Imagine Canal Park is an offshoot of the Imagine Duluth campaign. City officials are looking to get public input on Canal Park, and what potential changes the community might like to see. “We want every aspect of…

American Society of Civil Engineers Duluth Section celebrates 100th anniversary

The ASCE also named the Aerial Lift Bridge a civil engineering historical landmark

September 11, 2017

Graham Hakala,

DULUTH, Minn. – The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE), Duluth Section celebrated its 100th anniversary on Monday. The ASCE celebrated by dedicating the Aerial Lift bridge as a national historic civil engineering landmark, and recognized all the important work civil engineers do behind the scenes. ASCE president-elect Kristina Swallow said, “From the moment we get up and stumble into…

Knowing Your Neighbors: Skyline Lanes

The Bowling Alley Is More Than Just Bowling

September 11, 2017

Joey Norton,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. — In this week’s Knowing Your Neighbors, we head to Skyline Lanes in Hermantown where it’s more than just bowling. “We have a variety of different activities from bowling. We do volleyball as you can see were standing out here on the courts. We also have bocce and bean bag leagues,” said Corey Kolquist, manager at Skyline Lanes….

City Looking at Helping Get More Business in Industrial Park

City Applying for Grant Worth $1.7 Million

September 11, 2017

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-The Duluth City Council is all set to vote tonight on applying for a grant that could lead to an economic boom in western Duluth. The grant is for $1.7 million and would be used to connect Waseca Industrial Road with Highway 23 and Grand Avenue. City leaders believe this will allow for more business to be conducted in…

Local Utility Crews Work to Restore Power in Florida

Minnesota Power and Superior Water Light and Power Crews are in Miami Working to Restore Power

September 11, 2017

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Minnesota Power and Superior Water Light and Power (SWLP) crews are hitting the ground in Miami Monday. Sunday night, 31 utility workers were stationed waiting out the storm in Orlando at Florida Power and Light’s staging area. They have now been moved to Miami at the request of Florida Power and Light. The crews will help with…

Wisconsin National Guard Troops Deploy to Florida

September 11, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

Soldiers from the 173rd Brigade Engineer Battalion, part of the Wisconsin Army National Guard’s 32nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, depart the Armed Forces Reserve Center in Madison, Wis., Monday morning (Sept. 11) as part of a convoy en route to Florida to assist with Hurricane Irma response efforts there. Gov. Scott Walker issued Executive Order 254 Sept. 8, which authorized…

Local Leaders Seek Community Input on Future of Canal Park

Imagine Canal Park 2035

September 11, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Imagine Canal Park is a new initiative with the goal to make that area a spot for residents and not just tourists. In June, Duluth received a grant from the Knight Foundation to look at ways to further engage and create a common public space for residents to increase social interaction and connect with their city. The…

Food Banks Seek Donations in September

Coffee Conversation: Hunger Action Month

September 11, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – This month people across the country are doing what they can to help the hungry. September is annually recognized as Hunger Action Month. This is meant to encourage people to donate to their local food banks. Shaye Moris, the Executive Director of Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank, says monetary donations go the farthest. The food bank…

Range Regional Airport Receives Over $3.7 Million for Safety Improvements

September 11, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

(Facebook) HIBBING, Minn. – The U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded a grant of $3,729,074 for safety improvements at the Range Regional Airport in Hibbing. Senators Amy Klobuchar and Al Franken, along with Rep. Rick Nolan, made the announcement Monday. “Improving the safety of our infrastructure serves as a down payment on the long-term economic well-being of Minnesota and the country,”…

14-Year-Old Dies After Fatal Fall off Palisade Head

The Girl Was With Friends When She Fell Over the Cliff

September 11, 2017

Brett Scott,

SILVER BAY, Minn. – The Lake County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate a fall from a cliff on the North Shore. Just after 1 p.m. Sunday afternoon, the Sheriff’s Office received several 9-1-1 calls after a 14-year-old girl. identified as Bailey Belisle, fell from Palisade Head. The girl was with friends when she fell. After her fall, some bystanders rappelled…

Last Day of Races for Kia of Duluth Drag Race, Car Show

September 10, 2017

Graham Hakala,

DULUTH, Minn. – The sounds of burning rubber roared on Sunday for the last day of drag racing in Duluth. Thousands of people came out over the weekend on Garfield Avenue for the Kia of Duluth Drag Races. Hundreds of souped-up race cars went head-to-head. Categories: Community, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, Video

City Council Candidate Wants Light Rail System in Duluth

Richard Williams Is Running for an At Large Position on the Council

September 10, 2017

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – A city council candidate has proposed building a light rail system in Duluth. Richard Williams is running for an at large spot on the city council. His proposal is for a light rail loop that would stop at high-volume spots around town like the Transit Center, UMD, the Lake Superior Zoo, and the Miller Hill Mall. “I…

St. Luke’s Employees Donate Hair to Cancer Patients

Hair Will Be Donated to Pantene Beautiful Lengths Program and Made Into Wigs

September 10, 2017

Andrew Kirov,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Four St. Luke’s employees donated their hair to women who lost theirs because of cancer treatments. Four St. Luke’s staff members participated in the drive. Their hair was cut at Trends Day Spa and Salon in Superior. All that hair will be donated to the Pantene Beautiful Lengths Program. They will make it into wigs that will…

Lake Superior Zoo Gains Accreditation

Zoo's Accreditation Extended by Four Years

September 9, 2017

Greg Chandler,

DULUTH, Minn. – There’s good news for the Lake Superior Zoo. The zoo’s accreditation was extended four years by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. The AZA, which grants accreditation to less than 10% of the approximately 2,800 animal attractions licensed by the Department of Agriculture, praised the zoo for stabilizing its finances while developing a plan for sustainability. “We…

New banners unveiled at Heritage Sports Center

30 foot banners feature values they wish to instill in young athletes

September 9, 2017

Graham Hakala,

DULUTH, Minn. – New artwork is hanging outside the Essentia Health Duluth Heritage Sports Center. The facility recently unveiled eight 30-foot banners featuring illustrations from local artist Tim Cortes. Each banner also includes one of the Heritage Center’s values, which staff tries to instill in young athletes. “We’re trying to emphasize the values that were present as we built this place,”…

Harvest Festival celebrates 24 years

Music, food, and crafts

September 9, 2017

Graham Hakala,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth’s Harvest Festival celebrated 24th years of connecting the community to local food growers as well as sustainable energy providers. Harvest Festival is hosted at Bayfront Festival Park by the Lake Superior chapter of the Sustainable Farming Association. The event featured locally grown food, live music and craft demonstrations. “We are a really vibrant community, and lots…

Hundreds come out for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s

The event raised more than $170,000 for Alzheimer's research and assistance

September 9, 2017

Graham Hakala,

DULUTH, Minn. – Nearly one-thousand people walked this morning to help end Alzheimer’s Disease. This year’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s was the first joint venture between organizations in Duluth and Superior. By combining forces, more than $170,000 were raised to support research to end Alzheimer’s and dementia. “Alzheimer’s is the sixth leading cause of death, and the only one in…

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory is sending fudge for troops

Chocolate Factory is matching each pound of fudge purchased by customers

September 8, 2017

Graham Hakala,

The Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory is teaming up with the Blue Star Mothers of America to help send some fudge to our troops overseas. Throughout the month of September, when anyone buys a pound of fudge from any of the stores, the factory will match that pound to be sent overseas. “It’s just fun to have something like fudge,” owner…

Letica Looks for More Donations, Leaves Sunday for Texas

Northlander's Donated Thousands of Items Just Days Ago, Now Letica and Volunteers Travel to Texas a Second Time

September 8, 2017

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – After Hurricane Harvey hit Texas, Duluth Entrepreneur Mike Letica organized a drive, gathered a group of volunteers and drove south with a truckload of 45,000 pounds of donations for storm victims. Letica and his group are doing it again, Saturday and Sunday. “How much more can people take,” said Letica. It’s a question he may never have…

Superior city budget nearing final stages

The budget features more funding for public safety and neighborhood improvements

September 8, 2017

Graham Hakala,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – Superior’s city budget is in the final stages and getting ready to go to city council. The roughly $29 million budget features in increase in the Neighborhood Improvement Fund, and added funding for public safety, including more training for police. City leaders were able to close the deficit, leave a surplus, all without adding any new tax…

Reunion Held for USS Duluth Members

Reunion Will Continue on Through Weekend

September 8, 2017

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Members of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps who served on the USS Duluth, reunited today for a picnic in Enger Park. The ship was commissioned in 1965 and then served this country for another 40 years. Crewmen told us today that these reunions remind them of the solidarity the military brings to its members. “There’s a…

Harvest Fest Held Today

Event Spotlights Students at Woodland and Cambria Hills Programs

September 8, 2017

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-We are less than a few weeks away from fall officially starting, but that doesn’t fall festivals can’t start already. Today Woodland and Cambria Hills residential programs came together for their Harvest Fest. Students from the programs cooked up foods for the public that they’ve grown in their garden. They also got to show the public pictures they’ve been…

Replica Of U.S.S. Duluth Turned Over To City

Model Sized Boat On Display At The Depot

September 8, 2017

Joey Norton,

DULUTH, Minn. Crew members that once served on the Navy’s U.S.S Duluth battleship, had the chance to relive their glory days on Thursday, with a model sized replica of the ship. The scale model ship was hand crafted to look just like the battleship. It took over a year to build, and one crew member tells FOX 21 that he’s…

Largest Farmers’ Market in Region Coming to Duluth this Weekend

Saturday: 24th Annual Harvest Festival

September 8, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. -Fresh produce and sustainable energy are the focus of a festival in Duluth this weekend. The 24th Annual Harvest Festival will be held in Bayfront Festival Park from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, September 9. This festival is considered one of the largest farmers’ markets in the region. In the park visitors can enjoy live music,…

New Duluth Fitness Center Features “9 Rounds”

9Round is Latest Kickboxing Gym to Open in Duluth

September 8, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – A new fitness center has opend in Duluth. 9Round Fitness is a kickboxing gym. It features a nine round, 30 minute workout to help clients get a good workout in during a short amount of time. The workout is a for the entire body, and trainers are on hand to guide clients. The fitness center also offers…

Duluth Pack Celebrates Grand Opening After Remodel

The event included free beer and pizza

September 7, 2017

Graham Hakala,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Pack celebrated its grand opening today after finishing up some remodeling of their store in Canal Park. The store hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony with the Duluth Chamber of Commerce. The event included free pizza, free beer, and Duluth Pack giveaways. It was all to celebrate the company’s place in Duluth’s outdoors culture. “We are aware…

Power Companies Answer Questions About New Plant

Proposed Natural Gas Power Plant Should be Operational by 2025

September 7, 2017

Greg Chandler,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Representatives from two electricity suppliers met with residents Thursday to answer questions about the Nemadji Trail Energy Center natural gas power plant. These informal open houses gave residents a chance to learn what the plan will mean for the city. For Minnesota Power, using natural gas to create electricity is another step towards cleaner, renewable energy. In…

Twin Ports Utility Crews Head to Florida

As Hurricane Irma Inches Closer to Florida, Minnesota Power and Superior Water Light and Power Crews Head South to Help

September 7, 2017

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Hurricane Irma is slowly making way toward mainland Florida. Thursday evening, the storm impacted Puerto Rico. Forecasters are still uncertain which route the storm will take, but it’s not stopping local power workers from heading south to help. “It’s going to be pretty much mass devastation,” said Minnesota Power Lineman Mike Linn. The natural disaster is continuing…

Improvements Being Made to Duluth’s DWP Trail

City Officials Hope to Open It As an Official Public Multi-Use Trail

September 7, 2017

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – The City of Duluth is moving along with repairing the old DWP rail bed to one day open it as a public trail. A public meeting was held to discuss the improvements being made to the trail, including repairs to the bridge over Stewart Creek. The multi-use DWP trail has been designated for use by pedestrians and…

Local Red Cross Volunteers Helping With Hurricane Relief

Red Cross Officials May Soon Move Resources to Help With Irma Recovery

September 7, 2017

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – With Hurricane Harvey and now Irma planning her destruction, the Red Cross is finding itself a little thin with volunteers. Volunteers from the Northland Chapter of the American Red Cross are in Texas now, but as Hurricane Irma blows through the Caribbean, more volunteers may soon be needed elsewhere. Those fourteen local volunteers are operating shelters, and…

Hair Stylist Giving Back to Harvey Victims

All Donations Going to Charity

September 7, 2017

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-One local hair stylist at Vain Salon is trying to help out Hurricane Harvey victims. All of the money she makes today cutting hair is being donated to Harvey Victims through the charity Matthew 25 Ministries. She told us, that even her tips and some funds she gets from selling hair products will also be donated. “I just felt…

Superior Choice Collecting Supplies for Local Shelters

Donations Accepted at All Branches Thoughout September

September 7, 2017

Greg Chandler,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Northlanders’ response to Hurricane Harvey relief was overwhelming, but a local credit union reminds people there’s need at home as well. Throughout September, Superior Choice Credit Union is taking donations of household supplies for area emergency shelters. Each branch has shopping lists so members know what shelters need. Organizers say giving is important all year not just…

St. Luke’s Doctors Host Cancer Survivorship Lecture

Doctors Focus on Breast Cancer Survivorship

September 7, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. -St. Luke’s Hospital is continuing a cancer survivorship lecture series. This month doctors are focusing on breast cancer survivorship. Dr. Kerri Harting, a breast radiologist at St. Luke’s Breast Center, will be discussing the importance of breast imaging. She’ll focus on breast imaging tools, their use and the importance of breast imaging in screening for breast cancer. It’s…

Pita Pit Offers Healthy Option for Football Season

Cooking Connection: Pita Pit

September 7, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – As football season begins, many Northlanders will be watching the game with friends. In place of unhealthy tailgating food, Pita Pit offers a delicious and healthy option. This morning, Indiana Molitor visited FOX 21 to chat about some tasty options. Molitor says it’s easy to order for groups, just stop in the store or give them a…

Early Childhood Studies Program At Steve O’Neil Apartments

Allowing Kids To Start Early

September 7, 2017

Joey Norton,

DULUTH, Minn. UMD’s Early Childhood Studies Program teamed up with the Steve O’Neil apartments to get a jump start on literacy. The program is geared toward kids under the age of five at the apartment complex all in an effort to address disparities the children face. To start the program, representatives from the Duluth library, the Northland Foundation and Chum…

Legacy Project Ribbon Cutting Held at LSC

New Projects Includes a Sidewalk and Benches

September 6, 2017

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-A student legacy project is shaping up at Lake Superior College. Today a ribbon cutting was held to celebrate a new sidewalk and park benches, which is headed up by the school’s student senate. The hope is over the years, that other generations of students will add to the program. “They really enjoy doing it,” said Pat Johns, president…

First Witness Kicks Off ‘I Stand With Kids Month’

Child Abuse Continues to be a Problem in the Northland; Community Members Work to Make a Difference

September 6, 2017

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Child abuse is big problem in the Northland, and that’s why First Witness Advocacy Center in Duluth is working year round to investigate child abuse, provide services and education. Now, they’re looking to reach out even more as they kick off a monthlong campaign. Safety is something many of us take for granted, but for many children…

Parenting Again, Raising a Second Generation

Preregistration Required for the Course; If Enough Support is Gathered, Winter Classes Could be Offered

September 6, 2017

Brett Scott,

PROCTOR, Minn. – Many communities across the Northland are seeing a rise when it comes to parents abusing drugs and alcohol. Children are being taken from homes and grandparents are stepping up to care for their grandchildren. It’s why one Duluth woman has chosen to develop a new program known as parenting again. The class, specializing in raising a second…

St. Louis County Awarded $675,000 in Grant Money Target for Opioid Crisis

September 6, 2017

William Seay,

DULUTH, Minn. — Opioid addiction has become a national crisis, and earlier this summer President Donald Trump declared the opioid epidemic a national emergency. At a press conference earlier today, St. Louis County leaders announce a partnership across a number of agencies targeting opioid addiction and its treatment. According to local health officials, St. Louis County had the highest opioid…

Color Vibe 5K Traffic Advisory, Sept. 9

Race is set to begin at 8 a.m.

September 6, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Police Department has issued a traffic advisory for Saturday, Sept. 9 in the Miller Hill area of Duluth. The Color Vibe 5K Race will begin in the Miller Mall Lot and travels out onto Decker Road, to Anderson Road where runners will turn and head back in the same direction. Decker Road will be closed…

911 Service Restored in Lake County

September 6, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

UPDATE 9/7: 911 service was restored Thursday morning for cell phone users in Lake County. LAKE COUNTY, Minn. – Lake County dispatch has announced a 911 outage for the county. All cell phones at the moment are unable to get through to dispatch. Landlines remain unaffected. Those with an emergency in the Two Harbors area are asked to dial 218-834-8385….

Fast Cars to Fill Garfield Avenue This Weekend

Kia of Duluth Drag Races

September 6, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – This weekend the City of Duluth will be filled with revving engines and fast cars for the Annual Kia of Duluth Drag Races. Cars will be filling Garfield Avenue Saturday, September 9 and Sunday, September 10 for the car show and races. Preliminary races will be held Saturday, with elimination races taking place on Sunday. The car…

33rd Annual Chester Bowl Fall Fest, Sept. 16

September 6, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

DULUTH, Minn. – Chester Bowl Fall Fest is a celebration of the change of seasons and this year marks the 33rd year of the event. Fall Fest is set for Sept. 16 at Chester Bowl in Duluth from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and will host over 125 vendors, a farmers’ market, music, food, and activities for the whole family….

19th Annual Cause for the Paws Fundraiser Happening Saturday

All Proceeds will Benefit the Humane Socitey of Douglas County

September 6, 2017

Brett Scott,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – Furry friends will guide their humans along the Osaugie Trail in Superior Saturday, September 9 at 9:00 a.m. The 19th Annual Cause for the Paws Walk/Run will be raising funds to support the shelter. Money raised goes toward medical costs, food and other various expenses at the shelter. Animals are welcome to tag along for the walk/run. A…

Larson Meets With Residents To Discuss The State Of City Streets

Meeting Was Held At Grant Recreation Center

September 6, 2017

Joey Norton,

DULUTH, Minn. Duluth Mayor Emily Larson continues to meet with voters hoping to persuade them to vote yes for a half percent sales tax increase to better the city’s roads. The city of Duluth controls 450 miles of streets. Studies show that 55 percent of those streets are in poor condition. Tuesday Mayor Larson met with residents at the Grant…