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ALS Black Woods Blizzard Tour Does Not “Surrender” to Lack of Snow

25th Anniversary fundraiser adjusts and pushes forward.

February 8, 2024

Steve Goodspeed,

Snowmobile trails across the area are closed or have limited amounts of snow, making tough sledding impossible sledding. For some people it is just an inconvenience, but if you are putting together a snowmobile tour fundraiser, it could be a backbreaker. But, not so, say those putting on one of the area’s biggest annual events. Thursday, the Blackwoods Blizzard Tour…

Superior’s The Strength Factory Makes Working Out ‘Safe and Inclusive’

Kelly Kellar's passion project promotes community and fitness for everyone

February 8, 2024

Jenna VanSickle,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. — The gym can be intimidating! The Strength Factory in Superior is trying to change that narrative. It all started seven years ago as a crowdfunding campaign. Now, the women-owned and operated gym offers classes in kickboxing and weightlifting, focusing on cardio, endurance, and balance. The Strength Factory owner Kelly Kellar has spent years creating an inclusive and…

UMD Indigenous Student Organization Raising Funds For Spring Powwow

February 8, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — UMD’s Indigenous Student Organization is raising funds for their spring Powwow by selling grilled cheese and tomato soup. The organization focuses on different indigenous cultures that surround the college encouraging students to embrace their backgrounds and feel more comfortable doing so. The second annual Spring Powwow is happening March 23rd and donations from the grilled cheese fundraiser…

Duluth Coffee Company Talks Recent Trip To Colombia

February 8, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — A local coffee company took a recent trip to Colombia to learn more about where the drink comes from. Duluth Coffee Company makes the trip every year to meet with their coffee producers. Their travels to the region of Huila are a cultural experience, building relationships and finding the best coffee they can. The general manager says…

Outdoor Hockey Rinks Struggling To Keep Up This Year

February 8, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Executive Director of the Duluth Amateur Hockey Association or DAHA is calling it a tough year for outdoor hockey rinks. DAHA has over 70 years of history managing outdoor rinks across the Duluth area. Outdoor rinks are where U8 hockey players spend most of their time practicing and playing. And also, where families go to skate…

Florian, of Chmielewski Funtime Band, Going Strong at 97

February 7, 2024

Pat Brink,

CLOQUET, Minn. – The Chmielewski Funtime Band has been performing for six generations. Florian Chmielewski, one of 15 Chmielewski kids, continues leading the band and playing polka music to adoring fans. Even on his 97th birthday, he was in Cloquet, busy playing his accordion with his band. “It’s so much fun,” said Florian. “I bring happiness to wherever I go…

Zoo Animals Entertained by Duluth Fire Hoses

Firefighters reuse old hoses to create fun and challenge for the critters.

February 7, 2024

Steve Goodspeed,

Many of us have kicked around in the garage and found that old garden hose that isn’t any good anymore. But what if you’re in the local fire station and it’s fire hose you’re talking about? Well, you take it to the zoo–of course! At least that’s what Duluth firefighters were doing Wednesday. Unique items and play toys–often known in…

9 PM Coverage: Historic Lutsen Lodge Fire

February 7, 2024

Dan Hanger,

Click the video above to watch FOX 21 Local News at 9’s coverage of the historic Lutsen Lodge fire. Categories: Business, Community, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, News Update

Wasabi Japanese Restaurant In Superior Rebuilding

February 7, 2024

KQDS Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — A new year comes with a new beginning. The Wasabi Japanese Restaurant in Superior is being rebuilt after it burned down last year in late January. Officials say it took 7 hours to put the fire out. The building on Tower Avenue was damaged beyond repair. The manager of the restaurant Sandra says she is looking forward…

Superior’s NTEC Supporters Hold Rally As Mayor Paine Responds

February 7, 2024

Dan Hanger, Jenna VanSickle,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – At least 100 people rallied outside Superior’s City Hall Tuesday evening in support of the proposed Nemadji Trail Energy Center (NTEC). The natural gas-powered electrical plant had unanimous support by the city council and Mayor Jim Paine in 2019, but over the last year, Mayor Paine and some council members have been working to stop the project….

With Fire, Lutsen Lodge Gone in Hours; But Determination to Rebuild Already in Its Place

Fire engulfing the structure from the 1950s was too much to stop.

February 6, 2024

Steve Goodspeed,

Under the February gray skies of Lake Superior’s North Shore, was the black and white aftermath of what once was. Volunteer firefighters from every small community we’ve driven through along that shore were still at the fire scene in the morning. But shortly after midnight, by the time they had arrived from up and down the shore, the wood and…

Views From Above The Lutsen Lodge Fire

February 6, 2024

Dan Hanger,

FOX 21’s sister station, FOX 9 in Minneapolis was in Lutsen to cover the historic fire at Lutsen Lodge on Tuesday. Click the video above to see FOX 9’s drone views of the aftermath. Categories: Business, Community, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Pictures: Historic Lutsen Lodge Fire

February 6, 2024

Dan Hanger,

Click the video above to view striking photos of the historic Lutsen Lodge fire. FOX 21 thanks WTIP North Shore Community Radio and EMS Kate Batten for allowing us to air these photos. Categories: Business, Community, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Lutsen Mountains General Manager Reacts To Lutsen Lodge Fire

February 6, 2024

Dan Hanger,

The general manager of Lutsen Mountains, Jim Vick, was sympathizing with the staff at the nearby Lutsen Lodge Tuesday as they deal with the loss of the structure to fire. Vick dealt with a massive fire in June of 2023 when Lutsen Mountains’ Papa Charlie’s restaurant went up in flames. The memories at the beloved restaurant hangout turned into ashes….

Lutsen Lodge’s History Runs Deep Into the 1880s

February 6, 2024

KQDS Staff,

The Lutsen Lodge, Minnesota’s oldest resort, was established in 1885 when Swedish immigrant Charles Nelson opened his small fishing camp and lodge. Business continued to grow through the years, but it was not always a smooth ride. Photos from the Cook County Historical Society show Lutsen in its very early stages. The lodge was destroyed by fire twice before. The…

Fire Destroys Historic Lutsen Lodge

February 6, 2024

KQDS Staff,

Courtesy: Lutsen Resort LUTSEN, Minn. — A devastating fire broke out early Tuesday morning at the Historic Lutsen Lodge. Courtesy: Steve Bonin The Cook County Sheriff’s Office was notified of a fire alarm at the resort along the North Shore at 12:24 a.m. Staff from Lutsen Resort, which is Minnesota’s oldest resort, reported smoke coming from the floor in the…

Local Photographer’s View Over Ely Winter Festival

February 5, 2024

KQDS Staff,

ELY, Minn. — Minnesota photographer Chris Ellerbroek of Corvid Images provides a look at this year’s Ely Winter Festival. Click the video above for coverage on FOX 21 and click here for the full video. Categories: Community, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Duluth School Officials Explain Need and Goals of Referendum

Technology education and technology itself would get much attention.

February 5, 2024

Pat Brink,

May 14th, the Duluth Public School district will once again be asking voters if they would pass a referendum. It would raise $5.2 million a year for ten years for technology needs. It’s not that long ago that blackboards, textbooks, and overhead projectors were as advanced as school technology got. However today technology is everywhere, with teachers and students now…

Duluth Man Dies In Crash On Skyline Parkway

Car rolled over and man found inside.

February 5, 2024

KQDS Staff,

A 26-year-old Duluth man died Sunday when his car rolled over. The man has been identified by Duluth Police as Logan Woock. Police say it happened on West Skyline Parkway in the 1400 block. Police received a call about 3:30 Sunday morning saying that a vehicle was off the road. When officers arrived, they found a car rolled over with…

IF4 Brings the Big Catch to the Big Screen

February 4, 2024

Drew Kerner,

DULUTH, Minn. — You can’t get much more Minnesotan than this. The International Fly Fishing Film Festival returned to Duluth for their sixth year. Although anglers looked forward to some big catches on the big screen, there’s a much more broader impact that this film festival leaves on our local water ways. “It’s a big fundraising event for both Gitche…

Warm Weather Didn’t Cancel Rice Lake Winter Frolic

February 4, 2024

Drew Kerner,

RICE LAKE, Minn. — The warm weather brought some concerns over the winter frolic in Rice Lake. But thankfully, Rice Lake city park had more than enough snow for some winter time activities. For the past five years, the city of Rice Lake has gathered their community for their winter frolic. This being their fourth year outside. Kids, parents, and…

Wildfire Fighters Wanted: Minnesota DNR

Agency is gearing up for the coming season.

February 2, 2024

Steve Goodspeed,

Even with the mild winter, concern over grass and forest fires might seem a ways off. But that is not delaying the Minnesota DNR in looking for additional wildfire fighters. The agency says it is looking to fill two different kinds of positions. One is Smokechasers. No experience is needed and those hired would be trained. The schedules are flexible,…

Superior Boy’s Basketball Raises Over $6,500 For Pediatric Patients

The team presented a check to Amelia, a five-year-old basketball fan in cancer remission

February 1, 2024

Jenna VanSickle,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. — The Superior High School Boy’s Basketball Team presented a check to one of their biggest fans today. The donation was all a part of the team’s annual cancer awareness game. Through a silent auction, raffle, bake sale, and t-shirt sales, the team raised $6,594. That money went to local basketball fan Amelia and other pediatric patients in…

Less Hooting In Bog As Owls Stay North

Sax-Zim Bog still popular, even if not as many owls coming south for the winter.

February 1, 2024

Steve Goodspeed,

The mild winter we’re having has been a mixed bag for a certain group of outdoor enthusiasts. Between Duluth and the Iron Range is the Sax-Zim Bog. It’s a popular hangout for both humans and critters that like the woods, water and sky. Perhaps best-known for its owls, the bog is actually home to a cross section of bird life….

‘Love Stinks’ Fundraiser Underway at the Humane Society of Douglas County

For $5, HSDC will put the name of a not-so-special someone onto a heart and into a litter box

February 1, 2024

Jenna VanSickle,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. — Not feeling the Valentine’s Day spirit? The Humane Society of Douglas County might just have a solution for you — not to mention a way to do some good. Now through Valentine’s Day, you can put the name of an ‘un-special’ person, place, or thing on a ‘poo heart’ that will go — you guessed it —…

Electric Vehicles Are On the Move In The Northland

February 1, 2024

Lucretia Free,

DULUTH, Minn. — Jonathan Thornton has been fascinated by the electric vehicle industry for many years. He is a recent owner of an electric vehicle buying his sedan just a few years ago. Thornton says his parent’s sensibility around environmental issues provided the foundation for his interest in getting his first electric car. And when his kids bought one, he…

One-On-One: Reinert Talks First Month As Duluth Mayor; ‘The Time Is Now’

January 31, 2024

Dan Hanger, Nathaniel LeCapitaine,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert is closing in on his first 30 days in office. And in his first sit-down interview since Inauguration Day, 53-year-old Reinert shares how the jobs is going so far, his management style and his lack of patience when it comes to the status quo. “You know, we need ‘the time is now’. Most…

Black Woods Blizzard Tour Shifting Gears This Year

January 31, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — One of the largest snowmobile fundraising events is shifting gears this year. The Black Woods Blizzard Tour is normally a 3-day snowmobile ride all to raise funds for finding a cause and a cure for ALS. But this year is a little different. With temps in the 30s and 40s and very little snow the snowmobile ride…

Duluth Fire Department Asks Public To Avoid Driving Over Hydrant Lines

January 31, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Fire Department is addressing an issue that has been occurring when crews are on the job. During fire incidents there have been multiple occasions of people driving over hydrant lines. Whether the hoses have water in them or not it is a danger. This can lead to a punctured or severed hoses, and a hose…

Palestinian Cafe, Market To Open In Former ‘New London Cafe’ Building

January 30, 2024

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – A Palestinian cafe and market is opening in Duluth, replacing a longtime restaurant that recently closed. That longtime favorite is New London Café in the 4700 block of East Superior Street. The new restaurant that’s moving in is called Falastin. For the past year and a half, Lyla Abukhodair, has operated Falastin as a pop-up restaurant to…

Stauber Running Again for Congress

Announcement came Monday on a post from congressman's campaign.

January 30, 2024

Steve Goodspeed,

Over the past week things have ramped up in Minnesota’s eighth district congressional race. The most recent development came Monday with Pete Stauber’s announcement that he will seek re-election. The congressman’s news did not come in a press release or press conference, but through his campaign’s post on social media. In the post, Stauber said in part, “…It’s not just…

2024 Gunflint Mail Run Sled Dog Race Canceled

January 30, 2024

KQDS Staff,

GRAND MARAIS, Minn. — An annual sled dog race in northern Minnesota has been canceled. The 2024 Gunflint Mail Run Sled Dog Race had already been postponed from January 6th to February 10th. But due to lack of snow and above average temps for the near future the board of directors made the tough decision. According to the website, they…

Bulldog Rocketry Puts Physics Into Action with Static Motor Test

January 28, 2024

Drew Kerner,

DULUTH, Minn. — After a loss last year, UMD’s Bulldog Rocketry club is looking forward to competing in their third Spaceport American Cup since COVID. The event is hosted every year in Las Cruces, New Mexico, in June. Sunday, Bulldog Rocketry tested out a motor that they believe will help them place top in the competition. “We’re going to do…

The Runway Is For Fundraising, Not Fashion

January 28, 2024

Drew Kerner,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — The improv runway at the Pottery Burn was for more than just showing off some of the latest designs by local artists and fashion designers. Sunday evening, an upcycling fashion show brought people together to fundraise for Hope Haven Peer Run Crisis Respite Home. Hope Haven is a soon to be open and first Peer Respite House…

“Restore the Vote” Encourages Felons No Longer Incarcerated to Exercise Ballot Box Rights

Minnesota Secretary of State was in Duluth Friday to get the word out.

January 26, 2024

Steve Goodspeed,

With another election season upon us, some will be voting for the first time, while others will have a chance to vote again—after a long time. Minnesota’s Secretary of State was in Duluth Friday for several Restore the Vote events, including at city hall. Steve Simon said one goal is to work with community leaders and citizens to get the…

Donna Howard Community Connect Offers Free Services In One Location

January 26, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — Community members gathered at the Damiano Center in Duluth to receive much needed services all in one place. Traveling around town may not be easy for everyone, especially on a day like Thursday with icy roads. The Donna Howard Community Connect is a place for multiple providers to offer their services all for free. Organizations such as…

Coffee Conversation: AICHO Hosts Love-Themed Market Saturday

January 26, 2024

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — The American Indian Community Housing Organization is hosting its first-ever love-themed market on Saturday. The Zaagi’idiwin Tour 2024 will include 22 vendors offering love-themed art, merchandise, and pastries. The market is all about making Valentine’s Day gift shopping easy and less stressful. It’s all taking place at the Dr. Robert Powless Cultural Center, 212 W. 2nd Street,…

FOX 21’s Maria Vollom At Earth Rider Brewery Ready For President Biden’s Arrival

January 25, 2024

KQDS Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wi. — FOX 21’s Maria Vollom provides an update from Earth Rider Brewery in Superior ahead of President Joe Biden arrival. He’ll be speaking about his Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill, which includes $1B for the Blatnik Bridge reconstruction. FOX 21 will break into programming and stream live during the 1 p.m. hour for Biden’s remarks. Categories: Community, News, News –…

FOX 21 Live Coverage Thursday Of President Biden’s Visit To Twin Ports

January 25, 2024

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — FOX 21 will break into programming within the 11 a.m. hour Thursday, as President Joe Biden lands in Duluth and heads over to Earth Rider Brewery in Superior around 1 p.m. to deliver remarks on “Investing in America and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law,” according to the White House. FOX 21 will then have team coverage on the…

UMD Expert Talks Mild Winter Economic Impact

January 25, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — Northern Minnesota had a mild start to winter. So, experts at UMD all got together and wrote an article on the lasting effects the warmer temps may have. One part of the article is on the economic impact the weather has had. Monica Haynes, the director of the Bureau of Business and Economic Research at UMD says…

Duluth-Based Developer Bringing New Life To Former Bank Building In Lincoln Park

January 24, 2024

Dan Hanger, Nathaniel LeCapitaine,

DULUTH, Minn. – Titanium Partners’ Brian Forcier, one of downtown Duluth’s leading developers, has begun his first investment into the resurging Lincoln Park Craft District. It’s not in the form of housing or another eatery. But Forcier told says the space he’s creating is all part of what’s needed to make a neighborhood tick, as FOX 21’s Dan Hanger reports….

Superior Getting Respite House to Help Those in Crisis

Respite Houses Offer An Short-Term, Intermediate Step For People in Mental Heath Crisis

January 24, 2024

Jenna VanSickle,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. — Work is well underway on a new peer respite center in Superior. Centers like this are free, voluntary, short-term programs that offer hope to those experiencing a mental health crisis. When completed, the Hope Haven Respite Center will have room for four occupants. Chrissy Barnard says Superior is a ‘desert’ for mental heath services. The lack of…

NTEC Neighborhood Meetings To Answer Questions And Concerns

Two meetings Tuesday on the project.

January 23, 2024

Steve Goodspeed,

People interested in the new natural gas-powered electric plant being planned in Superior had a couple of chances to get their questions answered Tuesday. Two open houses were put on in Superior for the Nemadji Trail Energy Center. At mid-day and late afternoon sessions, representatives were available to answer questions, and citizens could learn more about the plant. Although the…

DFL: Stauber “Hypocrite” Over Blatnik Money; Once Law, Congressman Says He Pushed For Funding

Back and forth over federal funding vote.

January 23, 2024

KQDS Staff,

On Monday, many Minnesota and Wisconsin lawmakers lauded the announced federal funding that will help with the replacement of the Blatnik Bridge. Among those was Minnesota’s 8th District Congressman Pete Stauber. State DFL leaders said the republican lawmaker was a “hypocrite” because he voted against the law that provided the funding. Tuesday, Stauber responded and said that after the bill…

Spots Open For 2024 Duluth Citizen Police Academy

January 23, 2024

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Citizen Police Academy is looking for its next batch of students. Members of the community who are accepted to the program will learn in-field and in-classroom tactics to better understand the Duluth Police Department’s practices and procedures, as well as the reasons for them. Police Chief Mike Ceynowa believes the Citizen Police Academy is all…

Local Duluth Woman Writes Self-Help Book On Love

January 23, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — A local Duluth woman is giving her advice on love by writing a book. Suck Less at Love: She Said, He Said Advice on Relationships by Cyndi Lewis will be making its debut Thursday, January 25th. Lewis says she found herself giving the same advice over and over again and one morning came up with the idea….

Scholarship For Those Remembering and Honoring Veterans

Iron Range student now at UWS wrote about his grandfather.

January 22, 2024

Steve Goodspeed,

The sacrifices people make often have an impact for generations. An example is a scholarship awarded Monday to a student from the Iron Range. Patrick Douglas wrote an essay about his grandfather who served during the Vietnam War on the USS Duluth. Patrick received the $1500 Mike Colalillo Medal of Honor scholarship at the Veterans Memorial Hall at the Depot….

Council To Vote Monday On Mayor Reinert’s 2024 Legislative Bonding Priorities

January 22, 2024

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Mayor Roger Reinert has released his top legislative priorities for 2024, which the city council will vote on Monday night, Jan. 22. Below is a news release sent out Monday afternoon by Mayor Reinert’s office: Mayor Roger J. Reinert has proposed the City of Duluth’s top legislative bonding priorities for 2024. The priorities, which are outlined as…

Billion-Dollar Federal Grant Announced To Replace Blatnik Bridge

January 22, 2024

KQDS Staff,

TWIN PORTS — Minnesota Congressman Pete Stauber announced a one-billion-dollar federal grant has been awarded to Duluth and Superior to replace the Blatnik Bridge. The money totaling $1,058,398,200 from the U.S. Department of Transportation will address geometric deficiencies, increase capacity, and create a new shared-use path for cyclists and pedestrians to access both states easily according to a press release….

Doctors Seeing Frostbite Cases In The Northland

January 22, 2024

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — It’s been a cold week to say the least in the Northland. Frigid temperatures can cause many issues for people, a big one being frostbite. A doctor at Essentia Health in Duluth says they’ve seen many cases ranging from severe to mild frostbite this winter. He says alcohol and the below zero temps are contributing factors. Other causes…