While lowered flags were a very visible way to remember 9/11 across the country, Monday in the Northland there was also a quieter, but just as serious way to honor those who died. Inside the DECC in Duluth, several groups came together and repeatedly climbed up and down the stairs. When they were finished, they had methodically covered the equivalent…
Courtesy of Bob Foucault MINNESOTA — Starry Skies North is on a mission to make sure everyone knows the importance of having a sky free of light pollution, in 2015 a group of citizens became concerned when the City of Duluth replaced the yellow bulbs for the streetlights with brighter blue LED lights. They worked with the City and guided…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Friday, Superior Firefighters Local 74 hosted a program to show community members what it’s like to be them. It was called FIRE OPS 101, which is an interactive way to teach community members how firefighters keep our communities safe. The event was designed for local business leaders and elected officials to participate in hands-on operations. Those operations…
MINNESOTA — The Minnesota DNR is offering the community an opportunity to explore the outdoors for free. Free Park Day is Saturday. That includes free admission for everyone to all 75 Minnesota state parks and recreation areas. The goal of the free day is to encourage people to spend time with family and get outside. For a list of all…
DULUTH, Minn. — With a record amount of snow this past winter here in Duluth, comes record road maintenance. The City of Duluth Street Maintenance crew has been busy this summer with pothole patching, crack filling, and other road repairs. There are 6 patching trucks for employees to work with and every week there is anywhere from 3 to 4-hundred…
DULUTH, Minn. — A local program has awarded its first grant to support homeless mothers and children. The Unity Fund of the Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation works to provide funding for those of African Heritage with business opportunities in the Northland. The first grantee is Divine Konnections, which operates Annie’s House of Refuge and Restoration. The house is a…
DULUTH, Minn. — UMD students are finding new ways to give back to the community. It was the 3rd Annual UMD Volunteer Fair Thursday. The fair gives students the opportunities to find different ways to serve and build relationships in the community. The event has doubled in size from last year with around 60 organizations. One UMD students says she…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Rotary Club is hosting its largest fundraiser of the year. The 38th Annual Rose Sale is happening now through October 7. Funds from the sale will be used to provide grants to local organizations helping children and less fortunate individuals by providing food, shelter, and clothing. It’ll also help purchase new books for the library….
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth’s spookiest attraction is preparing for its upcoming season. It is the 29th year of the Haunted Ship in Canal Park. Crews work all winter coming up with new frightful ideas to make it as realistic and scary as possible. This year organizers are calling it fever dream-like with a sinking boat room, narrow escape through catacombs,…
CLOQUET, Minn. — A favorite local restaurant in Cloquet now has some new wheels. Gordy’s Hi-Hat is now offering a food truck currently called the Gordy’s Brat Stand. The soft opening for the truck was Labor Day weekend and it was a success. The family-owned restaurant’s menu has been the same for 63 years. Now the food truck gives them…
DULUTH, Minn. — As students are going back to school, the Duluth Area Family YMCA is also welcoming the community back. It is Welcome Week at the Y which means people can use all of their amenities and take any exercise classes free of cost. The join-fee is also waived this week. Locations include not only the Duluth branch, but…
The wildfire that had people scrambling near Barnum Monday night, continued to cause problems when the sun came up Tuesday morning. It all started in a swampy marshland area in Carlton County, southeast of Barnum. Fire crews from several communities responded on the ground to try and knock the fire out. Air equipment was also brought in, so that both…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Wisconsin has around 120,000 people living with dementia, reported by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. This number is suspected to double by 2040. But memory screens can offer some relief for early detection. “We get a lot of family that can call us about, you know, we’ve noticed some changes in our loved one.” Everyone ages,…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Mental health issues like depression and anxiety are becoming more common among Americans under 30. The American Psychiatric Association says symptoms include loneliness and lack of motivation. One way to help with these symptoms is a four-legged companion. 86% of pet owners say their pets have made a positive impact on their mental health. A furry friend…
CLOQUET, Minn. –It’s a tradition in Carlton County and Cloquet to have a Labor Day parade. With the great weather today, the parade was very well attended. Scott Loons was one of many at the parade and explained why the parade is important to him. “Well, it’s a family tradition, bring the kids down, support labor. I’m in a union,…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Whenever it’s the motors, the builds, or the chance to see something unique. The Dennis VanAlstine Memorial Car Show returned to where it began on Tower Avenue. “So we kind of turned it into a memorial for Dennis,” said Co-organizer Michele Haltli. “And we continued on with what he did, giving a free t-shirt to car entries…
DULUTH, Minn. — It was an amazing day for a picnic and the gates at Bayfront Festival Park were open for just that. Whether it was the food or the dunking of your favorite or least favorite local politician, many people gathered for this year’s Labor Day picnic. Accompanying the hot dogs and corn, local musicians performed on stage. The…
TWIN PORTS — It was a pride like no other. The 37th annual Duluth-Superior pride promenaded over the Twin Ports this past Labor Day weekend. The mayors of both Superior and Duluth were joined with Two Harbor’s mayor on Thursday. Marking Two Harbor’s first time as a part of the pride. “So all I can do is say thank you…
DULUTH, Minn. — “The fact that Two Harbors has been missing for a while. I can’t say I apologize for that,” said Two Harbors’ Mayor Lew Conner. “I’m new to Two Harbors, about three years now, but I’m so excited to be back. So all I can do is say thank you, I really appreciate being here and I hope…
DULUTH, Minn. — Karen Hallback Main was a person of faith. She cared about the devastating effects of injustice and wanted to do something about it. Today her family presented a gift of $200,000 to the Duluth Salvation Army. She passed away last November at the age of 79. Karen’s brother, Jeff Hallback said, ” In her personal life in…
Duluth, Minn. – Asher Carlson had an idea. He wanted to provide a comfortable, creative work space for small business owners. He wanted it to be a place where ideas and dreams could be shared for those working remotely, creatively or as a solo entrepreneur. Asher wanted to take action, not just complain. So he took the initiative and started…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — There are some happy faces and stomachs in Superior this week. Julie’s Family Restaurant has added back some evening hours. The long-time food favorite had to shorten its hours earlier this summer and close at three in the afternoon. In a predicament facing many restaurants, it was difficult to find enough workers, and those carrying on were…
MINNESOTA — While kids are getting ready to go back to school, school buses are getting ready to hit the road. In Minnesota, the Department of Public Safety wants to remind us of the importance of being alert and attentive around these school buses. Every year there are incidents of children either hit, or nearly hit by vehicles failing to…
DULUTH, Minn. — It feels good to help someone in need. For some folks it’s a lifestyle. The Voyageurs Area Council had a golf fundraiser Monday to raise money for families in the program who need financial assistance. They are a non-profit organization of boy and girl scouts. This is their 28th year fundraising. Last year they raised $30,000, and…
Several police departments in the Northland have been dealing with vandalism cases in the past several weeks. One of the most recent was along the Duluth/Proctor border this past weekend. Duluth Police say officers responded to a report of graffiti at Klang Park along Boundary Avenue late Saturday afternoon. The graffiti included offensive racial slurs and religious symbols. There were…
TWO HARBORS, Minn. — Earlier this year, 11 local farms came together to create the Clover Valley Farm Trail, and on Sunday they hosted their first farm fest. Over 500 people attended at Agate Acres Farms. The festival offered a wide variety of products for shoppers that are all locally harvested. Some of the items included coffee, jams, fresh veggies,…
St. PAUL, Minn. — Tired of being surprised by road closures? The Minnesota Department of Transportation will soon be able to notify drivers. MnDOT has entered an agreement with the Federal Emergency Management Agency to use Wireless Emergency Alerts alerting road closures to the public. MnDOT plans to use these text alerts to notify only for highway closures that…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Rotary Club of Superior’s biggest event of the year took place Saturday in the form of their annual Dragon Boat Festival It’s a fundraiser that brings the whole community together for fun. Dragon Boat Racing has been around for more than 2,000 years. But here in Superior, it’s the 20th annual Dragon Boat Festival. On a…
DULUTH, Minn. — There was a call today to save many of Duluth’s buildings from the wrecking ball before it is too late. Outside of the New Garrick Building, built in 1923, the Duluth Preservation Alliance unveiled this year’s Ten Endangered Places List. The goal is to highlight buildings whose future may be uncertain. The group says eight buildings have been…
There was a call Friday to save many of Duluth’s buildings from the wrecking ball before it is too late. Outside of the New Garrick Building, built in 1923, the Duluth Preservation Alliance unveiled this year’s “Ten Endangered Places List.” The goal is to highlight buildings whose future may be uncertain. The group says eight buildings have been torn down…
DULUTH, Minn. — Construction continues to be underway at a well-known park along Lake Superior. Brighton Beach work for picnic areas, landscape and memorial benches will be completed this fall. The City of Duluth’s Senior Parks Planner says the project has been divided into 4 components that are trail work, road construction, shoreline, and park improvements. Each of those has…
DULUTH, Minn. — High School seemed like it was years ago for many, but for Duluth East class of 1955. They’re remembering those experiences like it was yesterday. Every year, the Duluth East class of 1955 reunite for their 68th class reunion at Black Woods Bar and Grill for an overall headcount, see how things are going for everyone, and…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Event organizers are busy getting the grounds ready for racers and spectators to go to the Lake Superior Dragon Boat Festival. The 2-day event at Barker’s Island in Superior is a free family fun event. All money raised will go towards rotary clubs and the charitable partner this year, 23rd Veteran. There are 51 teams that will…
DULUTH, Minn. — The dorms are filling back up at UMD as it is welcome week! The time has come for students to leave home and start their new college journey. UMD officials say there are about 2-thousand new faces this year on campus. The college also has a few new academic programs including a project management undergrad certificate and…
Denny Pechacek (Photo courtesy Abbey Johnson) Hovland, Minnesota- Authorities say they have found and recovered the body of a man missing since last Friday. The Cook County Sheriff’s office says the body of Denny Pechacek was recovered from Lake Superior off the shore of Hovland, MN. Many people and groups had been searching for him since he and the ultralight…
DULUTH, Minn. — A music festival raising awareness and funds for homeless veterans is taking place this weekend. It’s the Tribute Fest, put on by Campbell Productions the 2-day event features around 20 bands. Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans, a non-profit that has been assisting veterans for over 25 years will be at the event providing resources. Proceeds will be…
HERMANTOWN, Minn. — Fentanyl has become an increasing problem in the Northland with 26 overdose deaths just alone this year. Wednesday, Congressman Pete Stauber met with St. Louis County Sheriff Gordon Rasmay, Lake County Chief Deputy Timothy Louma, Hermantown Chief of Police Jim Crace, and other law enforcement officials to discuss the problems, roadblocks, and possible solutions. As of August…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Salvation Army is welcoming 2 new captains. Anthony and Elysia Nordan are now part of the non-profit organization. The Salvation Army moves officers around every 4 to 5 years to be able to share their experiences with other locations they’ve worked at. The Nordan’s were recently captains in Fergus Falls. They both have many years…
DULUTH, Minn. — It is the end of an era for a favorite frozen yogurt spot in Duluth. Chilly Billy’s has officially announced they will be closing after being in the Northland for 10 years. The announcement means both the location by UMD and the one in the Miller Hill Mall will be closing. Owner Bill Marker says they decided…
GARY-NEW DULUTH, Minn.– Summer schools are nearing their end, and the Gary-New Duluth Rec Center held their family day for their last session of their summer camp. Kids had fun exploring the 16-acre Stowe Elementary School forest for a scavenger hunt, enjoyed some root-beer floats, and learned some new biking skills from the Duluth Parks and Recreation staff. Over the…
DULUTH, Minn. — Summer is almost over which means it’s back to school time. But as parents ate doing their best to prepare the kids back at school, each new school year also brings on new teachers that are eager to get their start in the classroom. At Lincoln Park Middle School, a new middle school math teacher is excited…
DULUTH, Minn. — Monday was the first day of school for students at Lake Superior College. Students were back filling the hallways and classrooms at the community and technical college. Around 2,500 students are enrolled for the fall semester which is up 3% from last year. One first year student says she’s looking forward to studying psychology. “I plan on…
DULUTH, Minn. — New cottage-style homes are now open for leasing in West Duluth. The Fairmount Cottage Village is 18 units of mixed-income rental housing. The new development consists of inward facing homes surrounding a shared green space with sidewalks and trails. Funding for the cottages totaled over 5 million dollars. Duluth HRA’s executive director says they hope to put…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — The first Lillopalooza for the local legend, Scott Lillo was Sunday at Earth Rider Brewery in Superior. Both of the benefits were a surprise to Lillo as had no clue what the community was planning. The day was filled with live music, a silent auction, dunk tank, live painting and more. Lillo says it is a very…
DULUTH, Minn. — This weekend Bayfront Festival Park in Duluth was filled with over 100 artists all with their own unique pieces. Art in Bayfront Park is a free event open to the public. The festival included homemade jewelry, painting, photography, glass, and a whole lot more. One artist who moved to Duluth from the Twin Cities creates his own…
HERMANTOWN, MINN. — There was a benefit fundraiser for Tammy Churness on Saturday, who was told in 2021 that she had breast cancer. The cancer spread throughout her body and early Friday morning she passed away. The fundraiser went on as scheduled and all the money raised will go to the family. Tig’s Smokin Pig BBQ set up its Food…
BARNUM, MINN. — In just over a week Barnum Schools, like most schools in Minnesota will start the day after Labor Day. Last year Barnum had eight routes and eight drivers, bringing students to and from school. This year they have just 5 drivers. That’s a real problem and the Transportation Supervisor for both Barnum and Willow River schools is…
DULUTH, Minn. — Well for the first time since COVID-19 the Duluth Sister Cities are hosting middle school students from Japan to show them what the Northland has to offer. Duluth Sister Cities is a nonprofit that focuses on creating and strengthening partnerships between the United States and international communities. In June, American students visited Ohara and stayed with students…
DULUTH, Minn. – Scott Lillo, a local man whose work you may have enjoyed without even knowing it, is in need of help after racking up more than $30,000 in medical debt. Lillo is known around the Twin Ports as much for his friendly demeanor as he is for his expertise in event sound. So his friends in the music…
DULUTH, Minn. — A controversial roundabout proposed for London Road in Duluth is no longer moving forward at this time. The Minnesota Department of Transportation says the roundabout at 60th Avenue East and London Road is being dropped in order to stay on schedule to finish the overall project as planned. The comes after multiple public meetings about the roundabout…
