DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth’s Park Point residents are inviting the community to take part in the 48th Annual Park Point Art Fair June 24-25. The fair starts at 10:00 a.m. and runs until 5:00 p.m. both days. Admission and parking is free at the nonprofit-coordinated event, which supports local ecological and civic initiatives. Over 110 premier artists will come together…
DULUTH, Minn. – Come for the food, stay for the fun this Saturday, June 24 as CHUM hosts the 2017 Rhubarb Festival from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00p.m. The festival will take place at 1100 London Road and inside First Lutheran Church. Admission is free and the event is open to the public. Plenty of tasty rhubarb treats will be offered…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Gear-heads could celebrate with their dads by going to the annual Father’s Day Car Show in Superior. The Twin Ports Mustang and Ford Club has been putting on the event for the last seventeen years. All proceeds went to the Friends of Animals Humane Society in Cloquet and Warm Fuzzies Animal Rescue in Duluth. “It’s just a…
DULUTH, Minn. – Dads and their kids were celebrating Father’s Day today. At the Lake Superior Zoo, families had a chance to learn about some special animal dads. Families walked to several stations around the zoo learning about what “super powers” different animals have, like super-human speed and intelligence. When dads and kids collected all the animal super-powers, they got…
DULUTH, Minn. – Juneteenth has been celebrated across the country every year since 1865 to recognize African-American freedom from slavery. In Superior, people celebrated the holiday by enjoying a barbecue, listening to spoken work and music performances, and playing games. Organizers hope the event will help educate the community about African-American history. “It’s an opportunity for our community to come…
DULUTH, Minn. – That’s a wrap on one of the busiest weekends of the year in Duluth. Grandma’s Marathon brought thousands of runners and fans to the city. Hundreds of volunteers are cleaning up the marathon course and the finish line area in Canal Park. According to volunteer coordinators, about half of the marathon set-up was taken down on Sunday….
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Duluth, Minn. Grandma’s marathon wasn’t the only outdoor activity you could partake this weekend. It was also the 17th annual Lincoln Park walleye open put on by the Lincoln Park Business Group. Hundreds of anglers including Fox 21’s Joey Norton set out on the St. Louis River early Saturday morning hoping to bring in the big one. “We are offering…
DULUTH, Minn. – As runners raced through Grandma’s Marathon, a sideline chorus cheered them to the finish line. “We expect Eric to come in soon and then we’ll be cheering for Jill. Yay Jill!” cheered Rhende Hagemeister, who made signs to cheer on runners. The fans gave words, and other sounds, of encouragement. “We just wanted to push people,” said Bianca,…
DULUTH, Minn. – Thousands of runners packed the city for the 41st annual Grandma’s Marathon. The marathon started a around 7:45 Saturday morning as more than 8,000 made the trek from Two Harbors to Canal Park. Grandma’s Marathon is the 11th largest marathon in the United States, and serves as a Boston Marathon qualifier. Fox 21 had a few familiar…
ALEXANDRIA, Minn- The Proctor Rails had a lot of success this week at the worlds largest trap shooting competition at Alexandria Shooting Park. Though the team fell short of state, Proctor’s Zack Ciurleo claimed the Class 3A High gun overall, shooting 50 straight in afternoon competition for a total of 98 out of 100. Categories: Community, Features, Friday Night…
DULUTH, Minn.- Grandma’s Marathon is Saturday, and it’s not just runners who are preparing for the day. Businesses in Duluth are getting ready to celebrate the annual event with the rest of the community. This year will be the first Grandma’s Marathon for Black List Artisan Ales, and they have some big plans for the weekend. The brewery, which is right…
DULUTH, Minn. — One non-profit in Duluth’s Lincoln Park neighborhood is taking reusing and recycling to a new level. Folks at “Ecolibrium3” saw the need for fresh veggies and flowers around their neighborhood, and started brainstorming. They’re using 55-pound grain bags used by local craft breweries. The bags can’t be recycled and don’t break down easily, so they’re converting the…
HIBBING, Minn.- The Iron Range Maker Space is having its Grand Opening Saturday. A Makerspace is a place community members can go to use tools like 3d printers, laser engravers, and woodshops, for a membership fee each month. It’s a way for people to get their hands on tools they may not have access to otherwise. The equipment at the…
HERMANTOWN, Minn.- A ribbon cutting was held to celebrate U Care opening a new office in the Northland. Previously, the closest U-care office had been in Minneapolis, and was quite the drive for Northlanders to get access to. But now, U-care has opened up an office in Hermantown, where people in the area can visit with questions, or to discuss…
DULUTH, Minn.- Runners and supporters gathered for a spaghetti feed at the DECC in preparation for Grandma’s Marathon. Attendees enjoyed Spaghetti with Marinara sauce, Caesar salad, milk and dessert at the event. The Michelina’s all you can eat Spaghetti dinner is a tradition since 1977. It’s a way for runners to get their carbs in before the race, while enjoying…
DULUTH, Minn. – With Spring well underway it’s the perfect time to hit the links. Next week you can head to the golf course and support a local non-profit while enjoying a round of golf. “Raising the Par” is a fundraiser for Positive Energy Outdoors. The non-profit provides camps and programs for children who otherwise may not be able to enjoy…
DULUTH, Minn. – Grandma’s Marathon is just one day away and it’s inspiring some folks to get off the couch and try running. For this week’s Active Adventures we visited Austin-Jarrow to get some running tips for beginners. Jarrow Wahman, co-owner of Austin-Jarrow, says the most important piece of equipment is shoes. There are several types of shoes and many…
Duluth, Minn. It was busy and the excitement was in the air, as runners by thousands of all ages stormed the DECC this afternoon to get their pre-race packet. “I am going to finish. I don’t know how long it’s going to take me but I am going to cross the finish line.” Hutchinson said. With race packets in hand,…
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth’s Public School District will pay $45 million out of its general fund over the next 15 years. The district took on the debt in the form of bonds which went to a variety of projects including construction of the new Duluth East and renovations at Denfeld High School. The city currently pays roughly $23 million a…
DULUTH, Minn. – Canal Park is taking shape ahead of this year’s Grandma’s Marathon. One of the new features in Canal Park is a scaffold bridge just past the finish line. Organizers say adding the bridge will ease foot traffic around Canal Park while keeping spectators and runners safe. “It’s for people so they don’t have to walk all the…
DULUTH, Minn.- 97 years ago, Elias Clayton, Elmer Jackson, and Isaac McGhie were falsely accused of raping a woman were dragged across the city of Duluth, beaten, and hung from a light post. A memorial was dedicated October 10th of 2003 at the intersection where the lynching happened, and Thursday, a remembrance ceremony was held in honor of the 3…
DULUTH, Minn. – As racers move into place for Grandma’s Marathon, we’re learning about their stories and how they got there. For everybody who will line the streets on Saturday, Grandma’s Marathon has a different meaning. Each family walking through Canal Park has their own unique way of celebrating what has become a holiday weekend in Duluth. “This weekend, I’m…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – If you’re still working on getting your garden set up, then the Fairlawn Mansion was the place to be to pick up some perennials. The Lake Superior Master Gardener Association threw the annual plant sale to raise funds for their community programming. “We’ve all got established gardens, and they’re usually perennials. And we had to do something…
DULUTH, Minn.- The Lake Superior Zoo is celebrating a very special day for one of their residents. Fang, a Cotton-Top Tamarin turned 20 years old today. The zoo and visitors celebrated by signing a card for Fang, and coloring monkey inspired pictures. A pin badge with Fang’s photo on it was also available, with proceeds benefitting Tamarin conservation efforts in…
5SAWYER COUNTY, Wis. – Due to severe storms on Sunday, June 11, the following highways and roads are closed in Sawyer County, according to the Sawyer County Sheriff’s Office. Ashegon Fire Lane in the Town of Radisson Larsen Road between CTH N and Devils Lake Road At this time there are no established detours, as crews work to repair damage…
DULUTH, Minn. – Minnesota lakes have been filled with fishermen lately as the weather continues to improve, and this weekend the St. Louis River will be packed with hundreds participating in the 17th Annual Lincoln Park Walleye Open. It starts up at 8 a.m. on Saturday, June 17 anywhere on the St. Louis River. Each angler may weigh–in one walleye…
DULUTH, Minn. – The weather is warming up and summer celebrations are beginning to take place. Barbecue ribs are a staple at many gatherings. For this week’s Cooking Connection we make some smoked, fall-off-the-bone ribs with Texas Roadhouse. Season pork ribs on both sides, rub it in Add liquid smoke and water to bottom of pan with drainer grate in place Transfer…
In Two Harbors, Hotels and restaurants are gearing up for their biggest weekend of their year. With the over 9,000 runners participating in the full marathon the city’s population will more than double during the race. The town hovers just under 4,000 residents. So doubling that number with just the racers and not even counting the tourist, you could imagine…
SUPERIOR, Wisc. – Things got bat–crazy at the Superior Public Library Wednesday afternoon. The Lake Superior Zoo brought along an African fruit bat named Webber as part of the Zoomobile tour. Kids were able to get an up–close look at the bat and learn more about different species found in Minnesota and around the world. “These guys are amazing because…
SUPERIOR, Wisc. – The Superior Elks held their annual Flag Day ceremony on Wednesday. The Fraternal Order of Elks mandates that all of its lodges throughout the United States hold the formal ceremony every year. With help from Boy Scout Troop 213, the elks honored many of the American flags from the Revolutionary War era through the current flag. Those…
DULUTH, Minn. – Just two days until Grandma’s Marathon weekend begins and tonight the runners are already arriving. Nearly 20,000 runners will descend on Duluth for the 5K, half and full marathons. Some people are already checking in at hotels across the twin ports ahead of the weekend’s events. Staff over at the Park Point Marina Inn tell us their…
DULUTH, Minn. — A running store in Duluth is being recognized for their commitment to the sport and contributions to Grandma’s Marathon. “The lake, the people, it’s really well run by the management and the race directors,” says Jarrow Wahman, co-owner of Austin Jarrow, the oldest running store in the city. “They’re great people. So it’s just a great experience…
DULUTH, Minn. – Minnesota Power wants to raise your electric bill. But citizen watchdog groups won’t let those hikes pass without a fight. Representatives from the Citizens Utility Board of Minnesota, the Minnesota Citizens Federation NE and Minnesota Interfaith Power & Light voiced their concerns with the proposed hikes Wednesday. These increases average out to about $225 a year per…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center unveiled a new exhibit Wednesday more than a decade in the making. Officials dedicated a U.S. Army M60–A3 tank, displayed in front of the museum. Mayor Jim Paine proclaimed Wednesday as M60 Tank Day in Superior. Members of Superior’s American Legion Post 435 lobbied for nearly a dozen years to bring…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Belknap Rd. construction project forced the local farmers’ market to find a new home. The market moved to the 1200 block of Banks Ave., near the World of Wheels roller rink. Shoppers can browse a wide variety of vendors from produce to meats to crafts; and everything is made or grown in Douglas County. Organizers wanted…
DULUTH, Minn. – If you were downtown Wednesday, you may have noticed an extra splash of color. Members of the city’s Clean and Safe Team hung flower baskets on light poles throughout downtown. The Greater Downtown Council has done this for about 15 years and officials say the baskets help make downtown more hospitable just in time for Grandma’s Marathon….
NASHWAUK, Minn.- An Iron Ore Mine project in Nashwauk is steps closer to reopening. Chippewa Capital Partners and Governor Mark Dayton reached a settlement, allowing Chippewa to take over the Former Essar Steel Project. Essar had been working on the project in Nashwauk for more than 7 years, but after racking up millions of dollars in debt, Essar filed for…
DULUTH, Minn. – Events for the 41st annual Grandma’s Marathon weekend begin Friday evening and run through Saturday evening. The following advisories have been issued by the Duluth Police Department: Friday, June 16 – William A Irvin 5K: Race begins at 6 p.m. Traffic on Harbor Drive behind the DECC will be closed beginning at 3 p.m. At 5:30 p.m….
DULUTH, Minn. – This month the Laborers International Union of North America Local 1091 is celebrating 80 years. The Local has helped bring several recognizable buildings to Duluth including the Amsoil Arena, the Duluth International Airport, Maurices Headquarters and Pier B. The group is celebrating with a BBQ at the Duluth Labor Temple on Thursday, June 15. This is open to the public from…
DULUTH, Minn. – Five years have passed since major flooding washed away years of hard work and dedication at the Lake Superior Zoo. Millions of dollars are still being spent to repair and rebuild what was lost during those overnight hours. “My first response is we had a problem, we had to get things done, my staff is amazing,” said…
DULUTH, Minn. — After hosting KUMD’s long running radio show “Highway 61 Revisited” for half a century radio personality John Bushey receives a huge honor. The studio Bushey has sat in for more than 25 years was dedicated to him and will forever be named the John Bushey Studio. During Bushey’s weekly show he shares his understanding of everything there…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Police Department is going old school in the way it patrols the downtown and Canal Park business districts. For the first time in a decade, a full-time police officer will now be on foot patrol, as FOX 21’s Dan Hanger reports. It’s a new day for Duluth police officer Mike Jambor. There’s no squad car…
The city of Duluth unveiled new details about the western waterfront and trail master plan tonight. After nearly a year of studies along the St. Louis River and multiple public input sessions have finally brought some insight to what the master plan might intel. The Morgan Park recreation center was packed with local citizens eager to see this master plan…
Enbridge Energy is proposing to construct a new 340 mile oil pipeline to replace an old Oil pipeline, called Line 3. “This Line 3 replacement project does is it modernizes the pipeline, so the best way to continue to keep the Environment and the community safe is to replace it,” said Jennifer Smith, the Community Engagement Manager of Enbridge. But…
DULUTH, Minn. — A preservation corps from here in Minnesota is working hard at Forest Hill Cemetery in Duluth. The Northern Bedrock Historic Preservation Corps is resetting heavy grave stones and obelisks that have deteriorated over time. They’re doing it with the help of a chain hoist supported by a wooden tripod. Executive director Rolf Hagberg says the machinery is…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Spirit Valley YWCA in Duluth has been chosen to receive a pretty significant grant. The South St. Louis County Family Service Collaborative has awarded $225,000 to the local non-profit. Alice Jacobson, Director of External Programming, says she remembers screaming when she heard the news; she says funding like this can sometimes be difficult to come by….
DULUTH, Minn. — A local veteran is preparing to run Grandma’s Marathon this weekend, but his running gear is a bit unique this year. Travis Birr, an active-duty combat medic with the Army Reserves, is preparing to run the big race wearing body armor. He represents an organization called Operation 23 to Zero and is calling this project “Running for…
WAUSAU, Wis. (FOX 13 WFXW) – A Wisconsin police officer took pity on a would-be drunk driver, and the photo is getting a lot of attention online. The Wausau Police Department posted an image on their Facebook page Monday. The photo shows a note that reads, “Please take pity on me. I walked home… safe choices.” Accompanied by the note…
DULUTH, Minn. – Grandma’s Marathon is just days away and festivities are about to begin. The Essentia Health Fitness Expo begins Thursday, June 15 from 4-8 p.m. and runs Friday, June 16 from 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. The spaghetti feed on Friday is from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. The William A. Irvin 5k is Friday, June 16…
