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Dec. 8 Concert At Pier B To Benefit ‘Best Christmas Ever’ Organization

DULUTH, Minn.–If you like Christmas, live music, and helping others, there’s a fundraiser event happening at Pier B Resort Hotel on Dec. 8. The Laura Velvet Band and Big Wave Dave and the Ripples are hosting a fundraising concert. All proceeds will benefit Best Christmas Ever, which is a non-profit that helps bring joy to nominated families who have fallen…

CHUM Gives Out Bags of Thanksgiving Fixings to Local Families

CHUM is doing another give away on Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.

DULUTH, Minn. — Thanksgiving is still a few days away, but there was already a lot of gratitude Monday in Duluth. It came in the form of appreciation for a complete Thanksgiving meal that includes everything but a little elbow grease and time in the kitchen. The bags with meal fixings were passed out by the CHUM Food Shelf on…

Wisconsin Better Business Bureau Warns Shoppers Of Delivery Scams

WISCONSIN — Making purchases online is convenient these days, especially around the holidays. And with all of the packages delivered daily, scammers are taking advantage of online shoppers. The Wisconsin Better Business Bureau says online consumers may receive a text from someone pretending to be a delivery carrier. It asks them to “update delivery preferences” by clicking on a link….

Bluebird Foundation To Host ‘Christmas By The Lake’ Concert Dec. 1

DULUTH, Minn. — Tracy Lundeen, founder of the Bluebird Foundation, stopped by the morning show Monday to talk about the annual Christmas by the Lake Scholarship, Christmas by the Lake Concert and this year’s Christmas by the Lake music album.  Click the video above for more, and check out the Bluebird Foundation’s website. Categories: Coffee Conversation, Community, Minnesota, News, News…

Native American Heritage Day Celebrated At Duluth Depot

DULUTH, Minn. – Native American Heritage Day was celebrated at the Duluth Depot Saturday. In partnership with the St. Louis County Historical Society, the event saw community gathering around to learn about the history of bandolier bags and enjoy a round dance. “A round dance, traditionally, was a mourning ceremony. The idea is that everybody that passed on in the…

Superior’s Jamrock Cultural Restaurant To Relocate In Duluth

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Jamrock Cultural Restaurant has announced it’s leaving Superior to reopen a bigger location in Duluth. Owner Antonio O’Neil made the announced late Friday on the restaurant’s Facebook page. O’Neil said he is more than appreciative of Superior’s support to help get his business up and running, but that the success simply grew out of the space he…

Campbell Lumber & Supply Hosts ‘Santa Paws’ Photo Sessions To Benefit Humane Society

SUPERIOR, Wis. — It’s that time of the year to get your festive family photos – and that includes your pets! Campbell Lumber and Supply Company in Superior once again partnered up with the Douglas County Humane Society and Lady Jane Photography to host “Santa Paws.” Pet owners of all types got a quick photo for the fridge Saturday. “All…

Live Look: Opening Night At ‘Bentleyville Tour Of Lights’

DULUTH, Minn. — Bentleyville Tour of Lights turned on for the first time this season Saturday at 5 p.m.  Check out this live camera over Bayfront Park courtesy of DuluthHarborCam.com!  FOX 21 will have highlights from opening night tonight on FOX 21 Local News at 9. Categories: Community, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Downtown Computer Launches Security System at Bentleyville

DULUTH, Minn.–Eagle eyes are coming back to ‘Bentleyville Tour of Lights’ for a second year in a row to help deter any Grinches trying to steal Christmas down at Bayfront. Downtown Computer is once against donating a multi-camera security system throughout Bayfront Park during the Tour of Lights. The cameras record and can be accessed remotely 24-7. The partnership between…

Give to the Max Day: Duluth Children’s Museum

DULUTH, Minn.–If you live in Minnesota, you’ve probably gotten a few emails today from nonprofits promoting the 14th annual Give to the Max Day in the state. More than 350 million dollars have been raised over the years and 14 thousand organizations have benefited from this day of giving. Locally, one of the groups taking part in the fundraising campaign…

Minnesota Nurses Association To Hold Strike Vote On November 30th

MINNESOTA — Two months ago, around 15,000 nurses with the Minnesota Nurses Association walked off the job after they couldn’t agree on new contracts with hospitals. Now after no progress with negotiations, the union is preparing to make another move. Thursday morning, the MNA announced its going to take a vote among its members on November 30 to see if…

Starbucks Red Cup Day 2022: How To Get A Free Reusable Cup

Taken from Fox 9’s website. Credit: Starbucks SEATTLE (FOX 9) – Starbucks is ringing in the holiday season with its annual Red Cup Day. On Thursday, Nov. 17, the coffee giant is giving away free, limited-edition reusable red cups to customers who order a handcrafted holiday or fall beverage at participating U.S. stores. Earlier this month, Starbucks’ seasonal red cups and holiday beverages returned to…

Open House Held For I-35 Corridor Feedback

DULUTH, Minn. — On Tuesday evening, Northland residents could share their input with officials who are designing plans for the I-35 Corridor at an open house. It was hosted by MNDOT and the Duluth-Superior Metropolitan Interstate Council. The open house shared project details while also letting the public contribute to how the interstate can be re-imagined. The area they’re focusing…

14th Annual ‘Give To the Max Day’ Happens Thursday Nov. 17

DULUTH, Minn. — Non-profit organizations typically raise the majority of their funds during the last quarter of the year.  That fact led indirectly to the creation of ‘Give To the Max Day’. The 14th annual event happens in Minnesota on Thursday November 17, 2022. ‘Give to The Max’ has raised more than $250 million for more than 14,000 organizations over…

The Social House Doubling In Size With Second Location In Canal Park

DULUTH, Minn. — After 3 years of being in Hermantown, The Social House restaurant is doubling in size with a second location in Canal Park. The breakfast restaurant is taking over the old Famous Dave’s location after those owners moved from Canal Park to Hermantown. The Social House’s new restaurant will have the same hours as the original and same…

St. Luke’s Unveils Remodeled Hospice And Oncology Inpatient Units

DULUTH, Minn. — St. Luke’s leadership came together Wednesday to recognize the remodel of its Hospice & Oncology Inpatient Unit. $1.1 million was awarded to help modernize these specific areas as part of Phase II of St. Luke’s health Forward Initiative. The inpatient rooms are now completely private throughout the unit and the bathrooms have become handicap accessible. The expansion…

Duluth 1200 Fund gives $300,000 to Northland Foundation to Address Childcare Needs

DULUTH, Minn.–A shortage of Childcare in our region is a major concern. The shortage impacts not only parents, but also employers, and even a city’s ability to attract new businesses. A plan unveiled Wednesday is designed to help childcare providers attract and retain employees. Like nearly every industry, a lack of workers is hindering the growth of childcare and is…

Indigenous Business Event Draws Protest From Water Protectors Group

DULUTH, Minn. — About a dozen protesters were near Pier B on Tuesday evening, rallying against the Minnesota Tribal Contractors Council that was holding its yearly fall networking dinner inside the hotel. The event brought together indigenous and non-indigenous business leaders to connect and talk about the trades industry. The conflict on Tuesday was over the protesters wanting indigenous workers…

Pilot Fiber Project in Lincoln Park Neighborhood

DULUTH, Minn.–The city of Duluth held an event promoting investments in broadband infrastructure in Lincoln Park. It’s the first phase of what the city is calling the “Duluth Fiber Lincoln Park Pilot Project” that will cost $5.5 million. The city says the plan is to connect about 1900 people and businesses in the craft district with this specific high-speed internet…

Local Ski Resorts Getting Ready For Upcoming Season

DULUTH, Minn. — Skateboarders may not be fans of snow, but snowboarders and skiers certainly are. Two popular area hills have been in full swing for weeks, trying to get ready for the coming season. Spirit Mountain was actually working on some ground areas in August. Now its snow and crunch time. Ann Glumac, Interim Executive Director said, “In order…

Midtowne Skatepark Equipment Transported To Keene Creek Park

DULUTH, Minn. — Now that the demolition of the overpasses near Midtowne Park has begun, skateboarders can still access those ramps and rails over at Keene Creek Park. The Minnesota Department of Transportation dismantled the Lincoln Park skate spot to be able to take down a bridge as part of the Twin Ports Interchange Project. The equipment from the former…

KYN: Duluth Curling Club

DULUTH, Minn.–With the winter sports season approaching, not all the action, or ice, is outside. We caught up with the Duluth Curling Club last week to see what it takes to turn the ice into a curler’s dream. The Duluth Curling Club has been a staple in the community for decades. It’s been housed at the DECC since 1976 and…

History In A Pint Series Back Again At The Depot

The History in a Pint "Treasures from the David Wisted Post 28" is a free event.

DULUTH, Minn. — The History in a Pint series is back once again, and this time will be at the Depot. This series is presented by Veterans Memorial Hall, a program of the St. Louis County Historical Society. Where local veterans share their stories and experiences while having a pint or two. Tuesday, members of the David Wisted American Legion…

Duluth’s Snow Removal Volunteer Program Not Returning This Year

DULUTH, Minn. — The city of Duluth’s snow removal assistance volunteer program isn’t happening this year. It ran for three years, and helped up to 25 older adults and people with disabilities every winter. Duluth residents could sign up to shovel their front doors and sidewalks as a free service to those in need. The city says the grant money…

Junior League Of Duluth Brings Christmas Joy With Festival Of Trees Event

DULUTH, Minn. — DECC the halls with booths of goodies… The Junior League of Duluth brought Christmas joy with more than 130 vendors covering 2 main rooms of the DECC. Vendors sold things from photo prints, to elves, to even roasted nuts, giving a part of themselves away with their crafts. For Meghan Schmitz and her family, their booth sold…

‘BRUCE IS BACK!’: Black Woods Replaces Its Mascot; Original Head Still Missing

DULUTH, Minn. – Black Woods Grill and Bar in Duluth has its beloved mascot, Bruce, back in the lobby welcoming guests once again – but it’s not the original, which has been around since Black Woods opened in 1997. The new Bruce is a replacement after the head of the original was stolen from the lobby just before Halloween.  Black…

Native-Owned Farm In Sawyer Celebrates Arrival Of Buffalo

SAWYER, Minn. – A native-owned farm in Sawyer celebrated the arrival of a dozen buffalo to its land on Friday. Native Wise farm sits on 380 acres. Community members gathered with a welcoming song for the buffalo and a meal for all to enjoy. The Nature Conservancy’s preserves in Nebraska helped make the delivery possible to help preserve Native American…

Great Lakes Elementary Holds Veteran’s Day Assembly

SUPERIOR, WI – Great Lakes Elementary School in Superior held an assembly this morning to honor those who have served our country including first responders. The students were encouraged to dress up in red, white, and blue and the fifth graders sang patriotic songs. The principal shared an inspiring video along with making a few of his own remarks to…

Funeral Held In Duluth For Mimi Parker Of Indie Rock Band Low

DULUTH, Minn. — The funeral for Mimi Parker from the indie rock band Low was held in Duluth on Thursday afternoon. The funeral was held at the LDS Church. Mimi’s husband and fellow bandmate, Alan Sparhawk, tweeted that the public was welcome to come and pay their respects. The service included prayers, musical performances, a eulogy, and Mimi’s sisters sharing…