Coronavirus

Stores with Holiday Items Give Discounts

Many Northland businesses are having post-holiday sales in their stores, and that includes the Bentleyville gift shop.

DULUTH, Minn. – Many Northland businesses are having post-holiday sales in their stores, and that includes the Bentleyville gift shop. The gift shop has discounts for things like ornaments, snowglobes, toys, and all clothing. Anything dated with the year 2020 is 50% off. “People who are looking for keepsake or a momento from their time at Bentleyville in 2020, they…

Fire Officials Urge Public to Stay Safe

Over the past week, there have been several structure fires and fire officials want to remind the public to stay safe by checking your space heaters and appliances during these times.

DULUTH, Minn. – Over the past week, there have been several structure fires and fire officials want to remind the public to stay safe by checking your space heaters and appliances during these times. Officials say a lot of fires are coming from space heaters, which happens frequently during this time of year. They say it’s important to check your…

Bentleyville Continues Amidst Previous Difficulties

Bentleyville was hit by the winter storm last week but luckily, management and volunteers were able to put everything back together for the final week of the Tour of Lights.

DULUTH, Minn. – Bentleyville was hit by the winter storm last week but luckily, management and volunteers were able to put everything back together for the final week of the Tour of Lights. This year’s extended season will be going till midnight on New Year’s Eve. Management says to still check it out even if you’ve already been. “Four days…

Live Entertainment, Performing Arts To Receive $15 Billion in Relief

With the new stimulus relief package signed, $908 billion in COVID relief money will be distributed throughout the country. The legislation also includes $15 billion in relief for struggling live entertainment and performing arts venues. 

NORTHLAND – With the new stimulus relief package signed, $908 billion in COVID relief money will be distributed throughout the country. The legislation also includes $15 billion in relief for struggling live entertainment and performing arts venues. Leaders from places like the DECC are anticipating financial relief, specifically through the Save Our Stages Act and the Payroll Protection Program. “We’re…

Free Range Day Provides No Cost Shooting For Patrons

Whether it be simply getting practice with a gun or learning how to defend yourself, Free Range Day provides an opportunity for people to shoot at no cost.

CLOQUET, Minn. – Whether it be simply getting practice with a gun or learning how to defend yourself, Free Range Day provides an opportunity for people to shoot at no cost. Dead On Arms Indoor Shooting Range in Cloquet has been providing this free service on the last Sunday of the month during the pandemic so people didn’t have to…

Pets and Visitors Enjoy Keene Creek Dog Park

The weather was warm enough for the dogs to come out and play.

DULUTH, Minn. – The weather was warm enough for the dogs to come out and play. This at the popular Keene Creek Dog Park along Grand Avenue in West Duluth, which recently reopened after some construction there. Couple Ben Lowen and Erin Cullen usually come here every Sunday before football. “For me, it’s really important because we live so far…

Businesses Experience Exchanges and Returns After Christmas Season

With Christmas shopping being over, local stores throughout the Northland are having to deal with exchanges and returns of holiday gifts.

DULUTH, Minn. – With Christmas shopping being over, local stores throughout the Northland are having to deal with exchanges and returns of holiday gifts. At DLH Clothing in Duluth, the store had its best holiday season to date, even during the pandemic. However, people have started to email and call about their Christmas gifts, specifically to give them back or…

Wild State Cider Announces New Cider

A local cidery has a special drink that was just released today that incorporates community involvement.

DULUTH, Minn. – A local cidery has a special drink that was just released today that incorporates community involvement. This past fall, Wild State Cider in the Lincoln Park Craft District asked people to donate apples from their local trees and make what’s called the Peoples’ Cider. Those who dropped off apples can now stop by the cidery to get…

Spirit Mountain Brings In Skiers and Snowboarders to Recreate

It's the day after Christmas, and people were outside, ready to take on the hills by skiing and snowboarding.

DULUTH, Minn. – It’s the day after Christmas, and people were outside, ready to take on the hills by skiing and snowboarding. Whether it be being outside with loved ones or going down the snowy slopes, skiers and snowboarders alike came to spirit mountain to recreate. “We’ve been having a blast,” said Jon Regenold, the co-director of Resort Services at…

Restaurants Opened For Christmas Holiday

A handful of restaurants were open during the Christmas holiday and for two in particular, it was for the very first time because of the pandemic. 

NORTHLAND – A handful of restaurants were open during the Christmas holiday and for two, in particular, it was for the very first time because of the pandemic. For At Sara’s Table and Superior Family Restaurant, the holiday was a time to bring some cheer to those who are spending Christmas without family or friends. At Sara’s Table, the restaurant…

Fire Officials Remind Public to Clean Area Around Fire Hydrants

Fire officials want to remind the public to clean the area around neighborhood fire hydrants while clearing out snow on sidewalks.

DULUTH, Minn. – Fire officials want to remind the public to clean the area around neighborhood fire hydrants while clearing out snow on sidewalks. There are about 3,000 fire hydrants in the city of Duluth, and officials say it’s important to clear them out because it is more effective to do so before the possibility of a fire. “The sooner…

Lincoln Park Fire Impacted Sober Living Facility

The building itself hosted the Fellowship House, a sober living facility. The house was a place for likeminded individuals who have goals of improving their lifestyles by staying sober.

DULUTH, Minn. – A fire ravaged a building in Lincoln Park on Wednesday night, and we have learned some new details concerning the incident. The building itself hosted the Fellowship House, a sober living facility. The house was a place for likeminded individuals who have goals of improving their lifestyles by staying sober. Charities assisting the families in need include…

Ice Rinks and Warming Centers Open During Christmas Holiday

Good news for skating enthusiasts! Ice rinks and warming sheds in Superior are open for both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Good news for skating enthusiasts! Ice rinks and warming sheds in Superior are open for both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Skating rinks at a select few locations were open for Christmas Eve. Rink attendants are implementing COVID protocol. Masks are required in order to enter the warming sheds and there is a limit to how many…

Residents Displaced as Fire in Lincoln Park Burns Building

Firefighters did their best to battle out-of-control flames during the city's worst winter storm so far this season. This, as the 12 displaced residents try to figure out what's next. 

DULUTH, Minn. – Firefighters did their best to battle out-of-control flames during the city’s worst winter storm so far this season. This, as the 12 displaced residents try to figure out what’s next. The night before Christmas Eve is supposed to be a time where you feel safe in your home and feel the joy of being with loved ones….

Knights of Columbus Give Big to Union Gospel Mission

The Union Gospel Mission in Duluth received a big donation from local chapters of a Catholic organization. 

DULUTH, Minn. – The Union Gospel Mission in Duluth received a big donation from local chapters of a Catholic organization. Several councils from the Duluth area of Knights of Columbus decided to give back by starting a fundraiser to raise money to purchase food for families in need. Donations were received from members along with parishioners from Duluth area catholic…

CHUM Staff Prepare Residents for Cold Weather

With dangerously cold air following this storm, the CHUM drop-in center in downtown Duluth is preparing for an influx of people needing a warm place to stay.

DULUTH, Minn. – With dangerously cold air following this storm, the CHUM drop-in center in downtown Duluth is preparing for an influx of people needing a warm place to stay. Officials at CHUM tell us it’s important to provide a safe space for the homeless to stay like the drop-in shelter on 1st Ave. West or the City’s warming center…

City of Duluth and Duluth Fire Department Prepare for Snow

Earlier today, we talked with Duluth city officials about their snow removal plans and how Duluth firefighters are ready for whatever the storm brings.

DULUTH, Minn. – Earlier today, we talked with Duluth city officials about their snow removal plans and how Duluth firefighters are ready for whatever the storm brings. Whether it be city snowplows or fire trucks with tire chains, Duluth officials say they’re ready to keep the city moving as best as possible through this powerful storm. “Right now our main…

Duluth International Airport Braces for Holiday Storm, Travel During Pandemic

DULUTH, Minn.– In 2020, going home for Christmas might not be as easy as it sounds. Along with trying to navigate the pandemic, the Duluth International Airport is preparing for the incoming snowfall during one of their busiest weeks of the year. AAA is expecting at least 34 million fewer Americans will travel this Christmas season due to the pandemic….

Wisconsin Announces Partnership for ‘Take Home’ COVID-19 Tests

MADISON, Wis.– As another 2,400 cases of COVID-19 were reported over in Wisconsin, the state is announcing a new way to get tested right from your living room. The state announced a partnership with vault testing to give out take home COVID-19 saliva tests. They can be ordered through the state’s health services website starting Tuesday. When a kit arrives,…

Walz Expects 250,000 Vaccines for Minnesota by End of 2020

ST. PAUL, Minn.– As vaccination efforts continue across Minnesota, Governor Walz expects 250,000 vaccines by the end of the year. The governor said earlier today that 2,999 Minnesotans have been vaccinated. This week, the state is expecting nearly 128,000 doses combined from Pfizer and Moderna. While only a small amount of people have been vaccinated so far, Walz says he…

St. Luke’s, Essentia Continue Vaccinating Staff

DULUTH, Minn.– Vaccinations continue here in Duluth after both St. Luke’s and Essentia Health started vaccinating their staff last week. Management at Essentia say they have given out shots of the vaccine to almost 900 of their employees. And at St. Luke’s they have over 900 doses at their facility as both hospitals are expecting the Modera vaccine sometime this…

Wisconsin to Receive Over 100,000 COVID Vaccines this Week

MADISON, Wis.– Over 10,000 Wisconsinites have received the COVID-19 vaccine in almost every county and a lot more are on the way. Wisconsin is eligible to receive over 100,000 doses of the Moderna vaccine this week, and the first doses are expected to come today. Because this version of the vaccine can be stored at a standard freezer temperature, health…