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Snow Is Just a Bonus For Amsoil Snocross Finals

Popular event on track for first weekend in April

March 22, 2024

KQDS Staff,

This winter many outdoors lovers had to delay, change or cancel their plans. But one event was determined to go on, and the coming snow will just be frosting on the cake. For years the competitive snowmobile Snocross season kicked off in Duluth over Thanksgiving weekend. This spring, after a several year hiatus, the Snocross will be back–but this time…

Duluth’s Best Bread Hosting Successful Pop-Ups In Superior

March 22, 2024

Emma Propp,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Duluth’s Best Bread has turned into Superior’s Best Bread as they’ve been hosting pop-ups there this week. The French-German bakery had been wanting to do a pop-up in Superior with thoughts to open a permanent location there. The success has been outstanding. The pop-ups have been taking place since Wednesday and every day they have sold out…

UW-Superior Makes Room For Mental Health Discussion and Art

The university held a community conversation surrounding mental health and "Waiting for Beds"

March 21, 2024

Jenna VanSickle,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. — UW-Superior is continuing to put an emphasis on mental health. Today, the Department of Social Work hosted a community discussion about mental health and the lack of options in Douglas County for people in crisis. The panel took place in the Kruk Gallery, which is the current home of “Waiting for Beds,” a collaborative art project between…

Proctor, Hermantown, and Rice Lake Join Together for Annual State of the Cities

The three communities are focusing on working together and business growth

March 21, 2024

Jenna VanSickle,

PROCTOR, Minn. — Proctor, Hermantown, and Rice Lake held their joint annual State of the Cities luncheon earlier today, bringing together the three communities. Over 100 people came to hear local government officials discuss the past, present, and future of their cities. Hermantown Area Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Kim Parmeter said this year brought the biggest turnout in…

Snowmobile Trails in the Area Will Not Open Despite Predicted Snow

Open water, wet areas, or swamps could be left underneath snow, making riding a safety concern.

March 21, 2024

KQDS Staff,

Regardless of how much snow is predicted this weekend and early next week snowmobile trails in the area will not open. Bayfield County in Wisconsin announcing that the snowmobile season was officially over on March 11th. That’s when all trails closed, and gates were locked. They also mention that swamps and wet areas will not be frozen enough to ride…

City Releases Statement On Downtown Safety After Alleged Sexual Assault In Skywalk

In the skywalk off the downtown Transportation Center, victim says it only stopped when other people were walking toward them.

March 20, 2024

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — An alleged sexual assault in the Duluth Skywalk system has resulted in felony charges against a Duluth man. The report came in Sunday afternoon, March 10, when police responded to a report of a sexual assault at the downtown Duluth Transportation Center. The criminal charges became public Tuesday, March 19, when first reported by the Duluth News…

Superior Plan Commission Makes No Recommendation On Road and Rezoning Requests for NTEC

Issues now go to the City Council regarding proposed natural gas-powered electricity plant.

March 20, 2024

Pat Brink,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — It was standing-room only Wednesday evening as the Superior Plan Commission met to vote on issues involving the proposed Nemadji Trail Energy Center (NTEC). The commission was considering a request by Minnesota Power to vacate a street and rezone a piece of property at the proposed NTEC site. The meeting ended after nearly four hours of comments. …

Historic Paintings on Tour for Smokey Bear’s 80th Birthday

March 20, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — Historic paintings are on tour in celebration of Smokey Bear’s 80th birthday. The Superior National Forest is hosting the 19 paintings at their Supervisor’s Office in Duluth. Smokey Bear’s story came about after a young bear cub was caught in a forest fire; he was saved but badly burned so, they ended up naming him Smokey. The…

Duluth Police Respond To “Swatting” Call At Ship Canal

March 19, 2024

Lucretia Free,

DULUTH, Minn. — What was supposed to be a life-saving call with emergency personnel at the scene, turned out to be a hoax. Duluth police were unable to provide anyone for an on-camera interview Tuesday, but did respond to our questions via email. In the early morning hours Tuesday, they responded to a 911 call saying someone had jumped into…

Spring Feast Educates Duluth Community on Indigenous Culture

March 19, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — The American Indian Learning Resource Center at UMD is welcoming the new season in with a feast. The center hosts 2 annual feasts a year and speakers come from all over to share their knowledge and wisdom. Tuesday’s speaker was author Sandy White Hawk. She spoke about her book and the Supreme Court’s decision not to…

Knowing Your Neighbors: Damage Boardshop

March 19, 2024

Ken Slama,

DULUTH, Minn. — The hill that Duluth is built on provides a natural landscape for a variety of downhill sports. Once local shop that has been around for nearly 20 years has been watching and helping two sports in particular grow in popularity. “We carry snowboards, the snowboarding boots, bindings, jackets, snow pants, goggles, helmets, mittens, beanies, you name it,”…

Superior Public Library Offers Free Resource Help

March 18, 2024

Emma Propp,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — The Superior Public Library is offering help to community members in need. The Community Resource Connection event is hosted twice a week for people to stop in and ask questions. Questions can be about getting connected with employment opportunities, housing, food, and clothing. The specialist will provide free information and support. Everyone is welcome to stop in….

Political Sign Alert: Careful Where You Plant Them

Superior is being proactive in getting the word out with spring election campaigns underway.

March 18, 2024

Steve Goodspeed,

If November brings the general election season, what does April bring? Wisconsin’s spring election season of course! And what is a political campaign without political campaign signs? This spring the signs have sprouted out of the ground–not the snow. Superior is being proactive on political sign etiquette, and says you’ll be just fine with a couple basic rules in mind….

Finnish Soup-Off Fundraises for Carlton County Historical Society

March 17, 2024

Drew Kerner,

CLOQUET, Minn. — While the majority of folks spent this weekend drinking, a handful of individuals were perfecting their soups for the 18th annual Mojakka Cook-off. Mojakka is Finnish-American slang for soup, originally consisting of fish, beef, and vegetables. Sunday 15 contestants brought their variations of the dish to be judged for glory. Mojakka dishes ranged from the more…

Rice Lake House Catches Fire Saturday Night

March 17, 2024

KQDS Staff,

RICE LAKE, Minn. — A house caught fire Saturday evening around 6 p.m. in Rice Lake. According to the authorities, a sole resident of the 4300 block of W. Calvary Rd reported smoke coming up from the basement of the house. The resident was the only person in the house and was in the process of removing pets. The fire…

New Furnace Or Boat Or Air Conditioning?

Cloquet Chamber event tries to have something for everyone.

March 15, 2024

KQDS Staff,

Well, it’s not winter, and it’s not spring, so you can’t blame anyone for being a bit confused. But people may get some clarity Friday and Saturday at the Home, Business and Sports Show. One hundred and twenty-five businesses from roofers to outboard motor dealers will be at the event put on by the Cloquet Area Chamber of Commerce. The…

Community Program Teaches Seniors About Gardening

March 15, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth Parks and Rec is teaming up with a non-profit that focuses on supporting seniors as they age. Every month both organizations host an event called Lunch, Learn, and Share. Friday’s program took place at the Harrison Community Center in Duluth and was all about gardening. Superior Seed Company taught seniors about why gardening is for your…

Pi Day Brings Math Lovers Together at UMD

March 14, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — Math lovers are celebrating Pi Day at UMD. The day is celebrated on March 14th because that is the first few numbers of the mathematical constant 3.14. The event Thursday featured pizza, fruit pies, trivia, and prizes. A mathematics professor says Pi Day gives them a reason to get together, eat some free food, but also learn…

Fire Victim Reunites With Superior Firefighters Who Saved His Life

Over two years after the housefire that changed his life, Henry Wentzel finally got to hug the firefighters who found him

March 14, 2024

Jenna VanSickle,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. — It was a special day at the Superior Fire Department Thursday because after over two years, a fire victim was able to thank the firefighters who helped save his life. In the morning of October 21st, 2021, Henry Wentzel was asleep when a surge protector in his bedroom sparked and lit curtains on fire. Wentzel was found…

Duluth Elementary School Teacher Charged With Criminal Sexual Assault of Female Student

Raleigh Edison Academy teacher arrested for allegedly assaulting female student

March 14, 2024

Steve Goodspeed,

A Duluth elementary school teacher is facing felony charges for allegedly sexually assaulting a female student. John Paul Horgeshimer is a teacher at the Raleigh Edison Academy. He is charged with first and second degree criminal sexual conduct with a child under the age of 14. According to a criminal complaint, on March 5, the student was running to get…

Lake Superior College Reopens Library After $2.3 Million Renovation

March 14, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — A project 10 years in the making is now complete at Lake Superior College. The Harold P. Erickson Library has reopened after undergoing a $2.3 million renovation. The new space brings services all to one spot instead of scattered across campus like they were before. That includes the Tutoring and Learning Center, the federally funded TRIO Student…

Superior National Forest Planning & Preparing For Wildfire Threat

No snow and warm temps ramp up risk; New federal funds now available for more states facing wildfire threat.

March 13, 2024

Steve Goodspeed,

Preparations are already underway for a potentially early and serious wildfire season in Minnesota. The Superior National Forest may be among the regions particularly vulnerable and the agency will be applying for new federal funds to help prevent and reduce the potential for wildfires. The combination of no snow, warm temperatures and dry ground present a danger. “All the way…

Mayor Reinert Asks For Communication From Kathy Cargill After Park Point Home Purchases

Reinert said Kathy Cargill has purchased at least 20 properties so far.

March 12, 2024

Pat Brink,

DULUTH, Minn. — The future of Park Point’s landscape is uncertain. Mayor Roger Reinert said more than 20 properties on the world’s longest freshwater sandbar have been purchased by a member of the Cargill family. North Shore LS is the company behind the purchases. The LLC is owned by Kathy Cargill, who is married to one of the heirs to…

Duluth Art Institute Hosts Last Event at The Depot, Closing in on New Location

March 12, 2024

Jenna VanSickle,

DULUTH, Minn. — Tonight was the Duluth Art Institute’s last event before they leave The Depot. Art lovers joined together for Art Night Out, a social event celebrating the closing of two exhibits, Allison Baker’s Tender Vignettes and Annelise Roseen’s Today I Am. People were not only able to enjoy the artwork, but talk to the artists about the creative…

City Of Virginia, AFSCME Local 454 Reach Tentative Agreement

March 12, 2024

KQDS Staff,

Courtesy: AFSCME Local 454 VIRGINIA, Minn. — The city of Virginia and its AFSCME Local 454 employees have reached a tentative contract agreement. See below for press releases from City Administrator Britt See-Benes and AFSCME Local 454: City of Virginia: On March 6, 2024, City of Virginia AFSCME Local 454 employees, representing Public Works, Park & Recreation, City Hall and…

“O-C-D” Chant Against Duluth Basketball Player Prompts Disciplinary Action

Marshall School player taunted by Crosby-Ironton students after disclosing off-court perseverance.

March 12, 2024

Steve Goodspeed,

After directing cruel chants at a Duluth Marshall basketball player, some students at Crosby-Ironton high school are being disciplined. It happened at last Thursday’s game, when Crosby-Ironton was playing Marshall’s girls team. Students in a section of Crosby-Ironton’s fans chanted “O-C-D” when Marshall’s Chloe Johnson had the ball. Earlier this year, Johnson–an eighth grader and standout player–had gone public about…

Lake Superior College Helping Students Prepare for Future with Grad Fair

March 12, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — Future graduates of Lake Superior College are preparing for life after school. The college held a Grad Fair Tuesday as a way to remind students that there is still plenty to do before the big day. All of their questions could be answered in one spot. Students may need help with career advice, have financial aid questions,…

“Fore!” Or, At Least Some Are Getting Ready

Driving range opened Monday at Duluth's Enger Park Golf Course as pros and duffers can't wait.

March 11, 2024

Steve Goodspeed,

DULUTH, Minn. — With Monday’s incredibly warm weather, some people gave up on ever pulling out the ice fishing rods again–so why not pull out a five-iron instead? Those with the itch had a chance to hit the driving range at Enger Park golf course. No grass of course, but players could get the kinks out by hitting off the…

Spirit Mountain Winter Season Ending This Weekend

March 11, 2024

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — Spirit Mountain is wrapping up their 2023-2024 season this weekend. The resort will say goodbye this Saturday, March 16th by hosting their annual Spirit Mountain Annual Spring Happening or SMASH as they call it. That will involve a kiddie carnival, costume contest, slosh pit pond skip and more. Tickets to ski are $58 online all week. Check…

Duluth Nordic Center Shares Culture Through Crafts

Liz Bucheit's 'Hand of the Huldra' Exhibition Inspires Crowns and Jewelry For All Generations

March 10, 2024

Jenna VanSickle,

DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth’s Nordic Center is getting the whole family involved with its latest exhibition ‘Hand of the Huldra.’ The center hosts SunFunDays as a way to open up the gallery to families and let people of all ages get inspired. Currently, Liz Bucheit’s jewelry is on display, a collection inspired by the legend of the Huldrefolk or ‘hidden…

Potential Of Duluth’s ‘Lot D’ Unveiled In ‘Initial Concepts’ Renderings

March 9, 2024

Dan Hanger,

Architecture Advantage, LLC DULUTH, Minn. – The future of Lot D along the waterfront in Duluth has become clearer with “initial concepts for the revitalization of redevelopment of Lot D” being released by a Duluth architecture firm. Architecture Advantage, LLC posted on its LinkedIn account Friday showing renderings of what the prime real estate could look like next to Pier…

MPCA Investigating 1,400-Gallon Gasoline Leak At Duluth Short Stop

March 9, 2024

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — FOX 21 learned Thursday evening that the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency is investigating a significant gasoline leak at a Duluth gas station. The spill occurred Wednesday at the Short Stop at 5402 E. Superior Street in Duluth. “There was a 1,400 gallon release reported by C & B Distributing from one of their fuel pumps to soil,”…

New Event Venue Honoring Norwegian Culture Open in Downtown Duluth

March 9, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — A new event venue honoring the Norwegian culture had its grand opening in Downtown Duluth Friday. Norway Hall Event Center is the name. formerly known as the Superior Ballroom Dance Studio. It is a multi-use space including an office area that doubles as a bridal suite, a small room for therapists or personal trainers, and a 2,000…

Duluth’s Best Bread Partners with Local Businesses to Host Fun Events

March 9, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — A local bakery in Duluth is hosting their own take on March Madness this month. Duluth’s Best Bread is all about finding new ways to bring customers in. At their Downtown location there are all kinds of events going on such as Macarons and Music, Bread and Books and Croissants and Cosmetics. The bakery partners with other…

Only March, But Women Runners Looking to Duluth September Run

Goals are support for each other and raising funds to inspire and help women in business.

March 8, 2024

Steve Goodspeed,

For some women this was a day to get out of their uniform and work clothes and get into their running shoes. They started things by gathering at the Duluth Running Company. What brings them together is the love of running and the registration kickoff for a fall run and fundraiser. Friday they headed out on a quick jaunt–a thirty-minute…

Women Who Have Died in Gaza Honored at Vigil in Duluth

March 8, 2024

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — Friday is International Women’s Day and a group all about bringing peace and justice is remembering those women who have died in Gaza. Northland Grandmothers for Peace has been hosting a vigil in Duluth every Friday since the middle of October. All to demand ceasefire and a call to end the fighting in Gaza. Those at the…

Employment Agency Helping Bring Older Folks Back To Work

March 8, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — An employment agency in Duluth is helping employers bring the older crowd back to work. NORTHFORCE received a grant from Age Friendly Minnesota to put together a returnship toolkit for employers to use for free. A returnship is similar to an internship but it is for someone who left the workforce and is looking for a way…

Twin Ports Women’s Invitational Hockey Tournament Begins

24 teams come together for meaningful 30-year tradition that may come to an end.

March 8, 2024

Lucretia Free,

The Twin Ports Women’s Invitational begins this weekend. The games started over 30 years ago and attracts women hockey players all around the state from ages 18 to 80. Like so many players at the invitational, Angie Hugdahl began playing hockey as a little girl. In college she says hockey changed her life. It was the sense of belonging that…

Wildcat Sanctuary Roaring After 25 Years

Lions, tigers and other wild cats live at Sandstone facility all grown up after its "mom and pop" beginning.

March 7, 2024

Steve Goodspeed,

The idea was to rescue some wild animals–maybe a bobcat or two. Twenty-five years later, it covers acres and acres and has big cats from around the world. Lions, tigers and more now live near Sandstone, Minnesota. Although they do roam within fences, the goal of all the space and open air at the Wildcat Sanctuary is to provide the…

Teacher Layoffs Announced At Superior School Dist. Amid Budget Cuts

25 teachers are being laid off, and an unknown number of support staff will follow.

March 6, 2024

Dan Hanger,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Twenty-five teachers at the Superior School District have been notified their positions are being eliminated, as the district deals with a significant budget deficit for the 2024-2025 school year. “It is never easy to make cuts in education. Any cut that we need to make has a direct impact on our students and our families. And so,…

Virginia City Employees on Picket Line

Workers went out Wednesday morning as no labor agreement has been reached.

March 6, 2024

KQDS Staff,

Many city employees in Virginia went out on strike Wednesday morning. Members of AFSCME Local 454 began picketing after mediation did not bring about an agreement. The union represents about eighty employees, and says over sixty of them are fulltime. Tuesday the city withdrew what it had described as its best and final answer. In a statement, the union says…

Siren Emergency “Warning” Was Mistake; Wrong Button Pushed

St. Louis County apologizes to citizens who were concerned.

March 6, 2024

Steve Goodspeed,

It was the first Wednesday of the month and that meant emergency sirens were blaring across parts of the county–not for a real emergency–but for a test. However, instead of a test–a real warning was sent out. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office said it was all a mistake. The department said one of its operators inadvertently pressed the “warning”…

14th Annual St. Louis River Summit Brings Water Enthusiasts Together

March 6, 2024

Emma Propp,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Twin Ports community members are learning all about the St. Louis River and its importance to our area. The Lake Superior National Estuarine Research Reserve or Lake Superior Reserve is hosting the 14th Annual St. Louis River Summit this week. The 3-day event is taking place at UWS and is the biggest year yet bringing people together…

Animal Allies New Lucky Promotion For Dog Adoptions

March 6, 2024

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — Animal Allies has a new promotion this month hoping to turn the dog’s luck around. Starting Wednesday through St. Patrick’s Day adoption fees for dogs 6 months and older are 50% off. The organization is getting close to max capacity and currently has 20 pups looking to find their forever home. Go to their website or stop…

Tree Removal Causing Detour On Skyline Parkway This Week

March 6, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — Tree removal is causing a temporary detour for travelers on Skyline Parkway this week. Starting Tuesday and ending Friday ash trees are being removed between the Enger Golf Course and 24th Avenue West. The detour will last from about 7am to 5pm each day. The City of Duluth is in charge of this tree removal. Categories: Community,…

Minnesota Voters Part of Super Tuesday

Wisconsin's turn does not come until April.

March 5, 2024

Site Staff,

It’s a long way until November, but March and Minnesota are not taking election-year back seats. Minnesota voters were among those heading to the polls Tuesday for the primary. Wisconsin’s primary is not until April. Duluth residents were among those filling out their ballot Tuesday. Unique to primaries, voters need to pick a party–just one party–and then pick one candidate…

Mentor North Launches Campaign To Support Youth

March 5, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — A new initiative to support youth in the Twin Ports started up Monday. Mentor North a Duluth based non-profit has a new campaign called March into Mentoring. The organization believes in community-based mentoring and is hoping this recruitment will be the push they need for more adults to help the kids. They are looking for 100 nominations…

Hairball Coming Back To Bayfront Festival Park This Summer

March 5, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — A fan favorite concert is back at Bayfront Festival Park this summer. It’s Hairball! On July 3rd the rock and roll event will take over Duluth. It has become a tradition for the band to perform for thousands of fans. Hairball has been making its way to Duluth since 2012 and grows every year. Management says there…

Hermantown’s Cyndi Lewis Paves the Way for Others in the Community

March 5, 2024

Paige Hansen,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. — There are only so many hours in a day, and one local woman likes to make the most of them as she finds herself giving back to the community through various organizations. Hermantown mom Cyndi Lewis wears many hats throughout her day-to-day life. One is her role as the Director of Development at Duluth’s Salvation Army. “When…

The Number of People Seeking Food “Unbelievable.”

Chum kicks off March food drive timed at dealing head-on with slow months.

March 4, 2024

Steve Goodspeed,

Last year people went to Minnesota food shelves over seven million times–up over 30% from the year before, according to Minnesota FoodShare. That is the story behind a display of food items laid out in Duluth Monday. It was the backdrop for Minnesota FoodShare’s yearly campaign with Chum. During March they hope to collect 50,000 pounds of food and $100,000…