Congdon Elementary Hosts Little Beargrease for First Graders
FOX21’s Adam Jagunich takes us to Congdon Elementary for the school’s own Beargrease for first graders! Categories: Community, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
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Rocky Mountain Chocolate Prepares For the Valentines Rush
DULUTH, Minn. — The most romantic day of the year is upon us and the countdown is on for shops to get orders ready to celebrate the special day. Valentine ’s Day is a holiday known for chocolates and flowers and showing the ones you love how much you care. The one great way to do that this year is…
Spirit Mountain Looking To Hire As One Of Many Businesses Hit By Staffing Shortage
DULUTH, Minn. – Ideal weather conditions have plenty of people going to Spirit Mountain to enjoy some outdoor fun. The attraction is doing its best to keep everything open despite having staffing issues with fewer people employed and the impact of COVID-19 when staff has to quarantine. Interim Executive Director Ann Glumac says they are doing their best with the staffing…
Congdon Elementary 1st Graders Enjoy Own Version of John Beargrease Race
DULUTH, Minn. – As the John Beargrease race comes to an end, students at Congdon Elementary in Duluth took part in their own version of the race Tuesday. Participants were first graders in Alaina Pilates’ class. They were broken up into teams of four, with each taking turns either being one of the dogs pulling a sled or the musher who…
City Crews Responding to Multiple Water Main Breaks in Morgan Park
DULUTH, Minn. – City of Duluth Utility Operations crews are responding to multiple water main breaks in Morgan Park. The first break was reported around 8:30 a.m. Tuesday morning near 91st Avenue West. This break put additional pressure on other pipes causing an additional break and water outages in the surrounding area. City officials say water has been turned off…
Midday Update 2-1-22
Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, February 1, 2022
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Affordable Housing for Seniors Planned For Harbor Highlands In Duluth
The project, called Skyridge Flats, will provide 70 units rented to residents age 55 or older at or below 50 percent median income.
DULUTH, Minn.- More affordable housing is planned for senior residents in Duluth’s Harbor Highlands neighborhood off Central Entrance. The project, called Skyridge Flats, will provide 70 units rented to residents age 55 or older at or below 50 percent median income. 7 units will be reserved for qualifying homeless veterans. The $17.5 million project would be funded with a $13.9…
‘Blinking Lights for Safety’ At Proctor School Dist.
PROCTOR, Minn.- Students in Proctor will soon sport a flashy new keychain on their backpacks that helps keep them safe. The school district is partnering with St. Luke’s to attach LED blinking lights on the kids’ backpacks. With flashing strobe settings. With many students coming from more rural towns the lights help them stay safe if walking home from the…
Cove Apartments Planning to Open Phase 2 Building in Downtown Duluth this Fall
Construction is already underway on the corner of Lake Avenue and First Street.
DULUTH, Minn.- Phase 2 of the Cove Apartments looking to open this Fall, as officials hope it provides a big boost to Downtown Duluth. Phase 1 of the Cove Apartments saw almost all of its 48 units filled before doors even opened back in late 2020. “So the goal with these historic rehabs is to try to be able to…
Military Mom Returns From Deployment, Surprises Daughter At Daycare
SUPERIOR, Wis. – A military mother gave her 4-year-old daughter a big surprise at daycare Monday. Kaylie Gustum surprised her daughter, Natalie, after serving a nine-month deployment in Kuwait and Syria. Kaylie decided to make her return a secret after seeing reunion videos online. “It’s definitely overwhelming and it’s going to be very fun learning her again. It’s been a…
Midday Update 1-31-22
Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, January 31, 2022
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Kickstart American Heart Month with Mindful Nutrition
February is American Heart Month
DULUTH, Minn. – February is known as American Heart Month. It’s a time when people of all ages are encouraged to focus on their cardiovascular health. The Division for Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention is shining a light on hypertension (high blood pressure), a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke. The Division is committed to addressing barriers to…
Morning Update 1-31-22
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38th Annual Beargrease Sees Larger Crowds than Normal
You could say crowds were larger than normal, upon their return to the sidelines, but the most surprising part is how many came to watch for their first time.
DULUTH, Minn. — Who is more excited to be here, the dogs or the fans? Spectators excited to return to the start line after a quiet year due to the pandemic. You could say crowds were larger than normal, upon their return to the sidelines, but the most surprising part is how many came to watch for their first time….
Mushers Sent Off to ‘Hike!’ on Beargrease Marathon’s 300-Mile Trail
"It feels like Beargrease, and what makes Beargrease so special," Redington said.
DULUTH, Minn.- Just follow the howls of the excited dogs Sunday and you’d find the Beargrease Marathon mushers and their fans excited to see them tackle the longest sled dog race in the lower 48 states. “The energy of the dogs, the energy of the fans, it’s just surreal that we’re at this point already,” said Monica Hendrickson, Marketing and…
Fans at Beargrease Starting Line Pack Surrounding Businesses Again
Breeze Inn opened early Sunday morning, and it was busy from the get-go.
DULUTH, Minn.- The Marathon always provides a much-needed boost to businesses by the starting line on the outskirts of Duluth. Breeze Inn opened early Sunday morning, and it was busy from the get-go. This year they offered breakfast sandwiches mimosas and Bloody Mary’s and a fire pit with hay bales to enjoy the race outside. After a year with no…
Damaged Duluth Gas Main Fixed, Residents No Longer Need To Turn Down Heat
Without residents' cooperation, neighborhoods were at risk of a full shutoff.
DULUTH, Minn.- The City of Duluth says home and business owners east of Lake Avenue no longer have to keep their thermostats low as crews have assessed and repaired a massive gas main that was damaged last week. According to the City the natural gas main was struck within the ‘can of worms’ construction site on Thursday. It’s the City’s…
Vets Check Every Paw One Day Before Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon Start
22 veterinarians and vet techs combed through every paw of upward of 500 dogs at the South St. Louis County Fair Grounds in Proctor Saturday.
DULUTH, Minn.- Before watching the top-of-the-line canines takeoff for Sunday’s John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon fans got a chance to see them get checkups before race day. 22 veterinarians and vet techs combed through every paw of upward of 500 dogs at the South St. Louis County Fair Grounds in Proctor Saturday. Each dog’s exam results go into the vet’s…
Tiny Dogs Pull Tiny Sleds at Earth Rider’s Mini Sled Dog Races
There were two heats of races: 12 pounds and under then 12 to 22-pound pint-sized pups.
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Before watching those elite dogs tear down the trail, people got to watch some tiny dogs pull some tiny sleds on Saturday! Earth Rider Brewery in Superior hosted the Mini Sled Dog Race fundraiser for Beargrease. There were two heats of races: 12 pounds and under then 12 to 22-pound pint-sized pups. Competitors and spectators came from as…
Spirit Room Debuts Ice Bar for Annual Ice Festival
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Superior businesses also decked themselves up for ice festival weekend. The Spirit Room on Broadway Street always showcases their penguin ice sculpture out front, and after expanding this past summer to have an outdoor patio, they also added an ice bar this weekend. Manager Lindsey Graskey tells us she hoped it add even more to their annual…
Duluth Natural Gas Residents Asked to Keep Thermostats Low Through Weekend After Gas Main Break Thursday
DULUTH, Minn.- All natural gas residents east of Lake Avenue are asked to maintain 62 degrees inside homes and businesses through the weekend, as City of Duluth crews continue repairing a large gas main that was damaged within the Can of Worms construction going on near Michigan street and 19th Avenue West Thursday. “Crews have been working hard to repair the…
Earth Rider Brewery to Hold Mini Dog Sled Fundraiser for Beargrease Marathon
SUPERIOR, WI – For the past several years leading up to the Beargrease Dog Sled Marathon, a mini dog sled race is held and this year it will take place at Earth Rider Brewery in Superior. This event acts as a fundraiser for the Beargrease and is sure to be great family fun. “I think it’s going to be a…
Hoops Brewing Company Open Again after Pipe Burst Earlier this Month
DULUTH, MN – Back on January 6, a pipe burst forced the temporary closure of Hoops Brewing Company in Canal Park, flooding part of the building. After a cleanup effort that took a couple of weeks, there are only a few noticeable differences, but mostly they are grateful to the community for helping them during the ordeal. “We have some…
Sixth Annual Lake Superior Ice Festival Kicks Off
SUPERIOR, Wis. — The sixth annual Lake Superior Ice Festival kicked off at Barkers Island Friday evening. This year they have a sledding hill, NASCAR on ice, ice golf, and of course hand-carved ice sculptures throughout the City of Superior. Some new and exciting additions are a hot air balloon, and an ice carousel, constructed by the Barkers Island Marina….
Midday Update 1-28-22
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Morning Update 1-28-22
Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, January 28, 2022
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City Officials Asking Lakeside, Woodland Residents to Reduce Thermostats Immediately
DULUTH, Minn. – The City of Duluth is asking residents and businesses in the Lakeside and Woodland neighborhoods to reduce their thermostats to 62 degrees starting immediately. Making this change will help the City reduce the overall load on the system and avoid the possibility of a neighborhood-by-neighborhood shutdown of gas. Residents and businesses are asked to make this change…
Developing: Fire in Downtown Duluth Leads to Road Closures
As of 6 a.m., Crews Remain On Scene Battling Flames and Smoke
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Fire Department responded to a structure fire at 126 East 4th Street around 2 a.m. Friday. Initially, crews were laying lines to the basement of the building and setting up for aerial operations, however, just a short time later, the fire had spread to the second floor of the building, and crews were pulled from inside….
Duluth Plow Drivers: Garbage Cans Left On Streets Won’t Survive
DULUTH, Minn. – If you’ve got your garbage cans all over the street right now, the city of Duluth’s snow plow drivers are hoping you’ll get those cans out of the way so they don’t blast through them when the next snow falls. The city says it’s actually illegal to place your garbage cans and recycle bins in the right…
Local Law Enforcement Officers Awarded For ‘Hat Trick’ Of 3 DUI Arrests in Each’s Single Shift
The Duluth Police Department had 278 DUI arrests in 2021, up from 2020, but down overall from 314 in 2018.
DULUTH, Minn.- Many have heard about hat tricks in the game of hockey when a player scores 3 goals in one game. But 3 local law enforcement officials scored a hat trick of their own while also protecting their communities. Duluth Police Officer Todd Simmons, St. Louis County Deputy Sheriff Matt Sobczak, and Minnesota State Patrol Officer Jacob Christopherson were…
U of M Proposing New Academic Health Center Building in Duluth Medical District
The University is asking the state legislature for $12 million to start designing the standalone building close to both Essentia and St. Luke's Hospitals.
DULUTH, Minn.- A new University of Minnesota academic health center could be a part of the skyline of Duluth’s medical district, with legislative approval being the green light for design work to start this summer. “Duluth has always provided really great healthcare and the challenges that exist now to keep people in their community to be served really that’s one…
Beating the Winter Blues with a Trip to Bayfield County
Bayfield County and the Surrounding Areas Offer a Plethora of Activities for All Ages in the Winter
BAYFIELD, Wis. – If you don’t embrace it, winter in the upper Midwest can be a dreadful time of year. The folks in Bayfield County have an extreme passion for the season and look to share it with others. “It’s pretty much a Hallmark movie,” said Kati Anderson, marketing director for Bayfield Chamber & Visitor Bureau. “We’ve very inclusive. Everybody’s…
Midday Update 1-27-22
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City Crews Responding to Water Main Break in West Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. – City of Duluth Utility Operations crews are responding to a water main break in West Duluth. The break was reported Thursday morning and is located on the 300 block of North 84th Avenue West. City officials say water has been turned off on North 84th Avenue West from Grand Avenue to Coleman Street. It is not known…
Cooking with Coco: Broccoli Pepita Pesto Pasta
Cooking Connection: Broccoli Pepita Pesto Pasta
DULUTH, Minn. – This is a great dish that can be served warm or cold! A 10-ounce box of frozen broccoli pieces works great in this recipe as a substitute for fresh. Grapeseed or vegetable oil can also be substituted for olive oil. If you prefer a more subtle garlic flavor, use 1/2 teaspoon of granulated garlic for fresh. 3…
Morning Update 1-27-22
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Barker’s Island Preparing Frozen Fun for Lake Superior Ice Festival
The family-oriented event in and around Barker's Island is back for its 6th year, Friday and Saturday.
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Frozen fun is almost ready as organizers put the finishing touches together for this year’s Lake Superior Ice Festival in Superior. The family-oriented event in and around Barker’s Island is back for its 6th year, Friday and Saturday. Activities on deck include car races on the ice, snowshoeing for kids, and trivia with $500 dollars worth of prizes….
Duluth Children’s Museum is a Fun and Warm Place for Kids this Winter
DULUTH, MN – For parents looking for a warm place to take their children to get some of their wiggles out while it is too cold outside, the Duluth Children’s Museum offers just that on a cold day. With daily educational activities and the Adventure Treehouse, there are plenty of things to keep the kids’ minds and bodies busy. “We…
‘Winter In The West’ Returning To Celebrate Winter, West Duluth Community
The Saturday activities throughout the neighborhood will be free for families to enjoy.
DULUTH, Minn.- The West Duluth neighborhood is also celebrating the season as their Winter in the West event returns this Saturday for the 3rd year in a row. The outdoor family fun includes cross country skiing, snowshoeing, and fat-tire biking at Memorial Park on Grand Avenue. Parks and Recreation crews with the City of Duluth were at the park Friday…
Superior Police Train To Avoid ‘Causing Harm Or Making Costly Mistakes’
SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Superior Police Department is going through a national training program to develop a deeper culture of intervention to avoid harmful situations or making costly mistakes. The Active Bystandership for Law Enforcement, also known as The ABLE Project, was developed by the Georgetown University Law Center. Superior police join a select group of 200 law enforcement agencies…
Duluth Fire: Lake Superior Ice ‘a gamble’ Especially if Unprepared
Smaller inland lakes are much safer, but firefighters do have tips for anyone hoping to attempt ice fishing on the big lake.
DULUTH, Minn.- More ice is forming off the shores of Lake Superior in Duluth, but the Fire Department warns not to get too excited, as the big unpredictable lake can change with the slightest shift in winds. “Lake Superior is definitely more of a gamble so to speak than an inland lake or a smaller lake because of those currents,…
Minnesota Housing Announces Friday Deadline For ‘RentHelpMN’ Assistance
The assistance is for anyone with late rent payments because of COVID-19 related income issues.
DULUTH, Minn.- Two more days remain for renters to apply for state assistance — and prevent being evicted — as Minnesota Housing has announced the deadline for RentHelpMN is Friday at 9 p.m. The assistance is for anyone with late rent payments because of COVID-19 related income issues. It can cover rent for several months and even a month ahead….
Midday Update 1-26-22
Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, January 26, 2022
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School Closings, Delays for Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022
Closed: Ironwood School District – Closed South Shore School District – Closed Opening 2 Hours Late: Solon Springs School District – 2-hour Delay Categories: Community, Education, School Closings, Weather in the News Tags: cold, community, education, Local News, school closings, weather, winter
DECC Concourse, Skywalk Open for Indoor Exercise During Brutal Cold Snap
DULUTH, Minn. – During these dangerously cold, bitter days, it can be easy to stay inside and think of an excuse to not get off the couch and get moving. Staff with the DECC want to remind locals that their concourse is wide open for walkers during the daytime hours. During our visit there today, dozens of young professionals and…
Reading with Mr. Rhino: Nearly Five Years of Weekly Storytelling
Jeff Reinemann, AKA, Mr. Rhino, Reports to Read with Students at Lakewood Elementary Tuesdays & Thursdays
DULUTH, Minn. – We’re just days away from the official kick-off of “I Love to Read Month,” but that’s not stopping elementary students at Duluth’s Lakewood School from getting a jump start on their lessons. A frequent special guest is keeping the love of learning going all year long. “Setting that foundation and skills for reading early on is a…
City Of Duluth Sets 2022 Legislative Priorities
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth Mayor Emily Larson and the city council have unanimously agreed on the priorities they would like to see the Minnesota state legislature fund during budget talks in St. Paul this year. The three main priorities include continuing to receive the money the state sends to support local governments, which Duluth uses to fund up to 35…
Fund Announced To Bring MMIWg2s People Home
DULUTH, Minn. — Some organizations got together at Duluth City Hall Tuesday to promote a new reward fund to help find missing and murdered indigenous people. The city of Duluth is partnering with the Native Lives Coalition and Mending The Sacred Hoop and together they have created the “They Are Remembered Fund”, for the Sheila saint Clair case as well…
