Making Lacrosse a School-Funded Sport in Duluth
Charger's Would Help Foot the Bill
There will soon be a new sport offered at Duluth Public Schools as Lacrosse is gaining attention in the Northland.
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Johnston Censured at School Board Meeting
Special Meeting Held to Tackle Issue
Duluth School Board held a special meeting Tuesday evening to publicly take a stance against board member Art Johnston.
Scientists Prepare For 3-Day Cruise on Lake Superior
Gathering Information to Keep Healthy Ecosystems in the Big Lake
Lake Superior seems timeless. But in recent years, it has gone through some dramatic changes, including in nutrient content and increase in temperature. Now, a group of scientists is setting out to the waters to find some answers.
Ashland Gets New Beach Safety Equipment
Beach Safety Encouraged by Be Current Smart Campaign
With summer just around the corner, millions of swimmers will enjoy Wisconsin’s Great Lakes beaches and cool water on a hot summer day, but waves and currents can be deadly.
Lawmakers Pass Budget, Brace for Likely Special Session
Minnesota lawmakers have passed a budget but are bracing for a likely special session.
Lake Superior College Hosts Graduation Ceremony
Hundreds of Northland students can now call themselves college graduates.
Daredevils Robotics Wins State Championship
Beat out 30 Teams on Saturday
Duluth East’s Daredevils Robotics Team is now state champions.
Duluth Elementary Schools Moving to Standard-Based Report Cards
Letter Grades are Ending
Starting in September, Duluth Elementary Schools will stray from letter grades and move to a standard-based system report card.
Budget-setting Session Reaches Deadline, but Show May Go On
Budget Deadline Bearing Down on Minnesota Lawmakers
A midnight deadline for the Minnesota Legislature to approve a new two-year budget is bearing down on lawmakers, who could see their stay in St. Paul extended by a rift over preschool.
Superior Seniors Transform Old Police Car
The Spartan Hot Rod Team is a mentoring program teaching Superior high school students how to modify and restore cars.
Hundreds Roll to set New Guinness World Record
Hundreds rolled to set a new Guinness World Record in Grand Rapids, Saturday.
Thousands of UMD Students Walk Across the Stage
Hats off to the Graduates!
UMD held commencement ceremonies this weekend.
Hundreds Graduate from UWS
Hundreds of local college students threw their hats in the air this weekend as they advance to a new chapter in their lives.
Graduation Surprise for One WITC Student
WITC Graduate Ends College Career With One Last Important Question
Friday night at WITC graduation, one student topped off her college career with more than just a diploma.
UWS Honors Multicultural Students
Students Awarded For Bringing Diversity, Equity to Campus
On the eve of graduation, UWS honored its multicultural students for their academic achievements and accomplishments.
Read with a Therapy Dog this Saturday
Duluth Library Offers Chance to Read with a Therapy Dog
For the first time free children’s literacy programming is being offered at the Miller Hill Mall.
Job Market Outlook for College Grads
What Experts Are Saying About Job Hunting in 2015
“It’s always an interesting time of the year,” said Director of Career Services at The College of St. Scholastica, Mary Anderson.
Duluth Elementary Teacher Receives Goldfine Gold Star Teacher Award
A Duluth elementary school teacher was recognized for her stellar work in the classroom Thursday.
Fond du Lac Tribal & Community College Awarded Grant
Over $170,000 Towards Training Programs for Healthcare Professionals
The Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College has received a grant to expand a curriculum and training program.
Students with Disabilities Get a Chance to Play
Northland Students with Disabilities Get a Chance to Play
“Hi my name is Paul and I like the games,” said Paul Gannucci.
UMD Students Decorate Graduation Caps
Students Reminisce on Time in Duluth, Get Ready for Next Step
With UMD graduation just a few days away, students are getting excited for the next step.
Duluth School Board Considers Rescinding Removal of Member Art Johnston
School Board Considers Rescinding Removal of Art Johnston
The Duluth School Board has decided to reverse its course and will no longer try to remove board member Art Johnston.
Mental Health Fair to Erase Stigma in Duluth
6 Organizations to Help Educate
Dealing with mental health challenges, big and small, can be tough, but there is help.
Kids Encouraged to Explore Outdoor Fun
A community event encouraged kids to get out of the house and into the outdoors.
Hundreds receive degrees at CSS commencement
2015 Commencement
Hundreds of College of St. Scholastica students graduated Saturday.
Local Students Learn From Exotic Animals
Students in the Twin Ports Learn From Exotic Animals
About 400 kids journeyed by bus to the Lake Superior Zoo for the annual Earth Tracks event.
Wrapping Up Year One at Hartley Nature Center Preschool
Incorporating Nature Into Education at an Early Age
The first year of preschool at The Hartley Nature Center in Duluth is wrapping up, and it was a success!
Innovative Ideas Series – Part 3
‘It’s pretty neat, it gets the job done so that’s good,” Tube Filler creator Sam Reiswig said.
Students Rewarded for Creativity, Innovation
Students Advance to Globe Finals in TN
Students from Duluth’s Laura McArthur Middle School are advancing to the finals in a competition because of their outstanding innovation in dance.
Local Students Remove Invasive Species
Lakewood Elementary scholars, teachers and community members tagged, cut and bagged buckthorn from the school’s forest property.
Cathedral School Ready For Much Needed Makeover
School to Replace Windows, Glass and Walls in Superior
It’s been long overdue but the Cathedral School in Superior is finally receiving the makeover it needs for the next generation.
UMD Health Students Showcase Talents
A special student showcase was on display Wednesday at UMD, with a goal of landing jobs.
Lacrosse, New Stadium Coming to Northland College
Adding Men's & Women's Lacrosse, Multi-Million Dollar Stadium
Lacrosse is a sport quickly spreading from the coasts to the Midwest. Now, students at Northland College in Ashland are getting a chance to play on a brand new field.
Board Looks to Build New Schools
New K-5 Schools in Grand Rapids
There could soon be two new elementary schools in the Grand Rapids area.
Annual Battle of the Bots Competition Challenges Students
LSC Students Host Battle of the Bots
Engineering, welding and machining were the hot majors at Lake Superior College Tuesday.
UMD Professor Hosts Musical Journey Through Star Wars
What better day to take a musical journey through the Star Wars films than May the fourth?
UWS Hosts First Tedx Conference
UWS held a conference Sunday diving into hot and debatable topics.
2015 Minnesota Teacher of the Year Selected
St. Paul teacher named Minnesota's Teacher of the Year
A St. Paul high school teacher who teaches writing and English to immigrant students has been named Minnesota’s 2015 Teacher of the Year.
Locals Walk to End Bullying
Northlanders filled Bayfront Park for the first annual Buddies not Bullies 5K walk.
Commissioner OKs 4-Day Week for 5 Minnesota School Districts
Five Minnesota School Districts to Continue with a Four-Day Week
Six Minnesota school districts will be allowed to continue a four-day school week next year.
‘Poetry Rocks’ On At Duluth Public Library
If you didn’t know, poetry was rocking Thursday at the Duluth Public Library.
‘Buddies Not Bullies’ 5K This Saturday
Race Benefits New Non-Profit
A new walk is kicking off this weekend to raise awareness about an issue affecting millions of kids.
Dress Code Policy Debated At Harbor City Int’l School
Some Female Students Call Policy Sexist
A dress code uproar at Harbor City International School in Duluth came to the forefront of discussion Tuesday at a town hall meeting.
Student School Board Member Gets $3,000 Scholarship
A Proctor High School senior is getting a jump start funding her college education.
East Robotics Team Finishes 2nd in Championships
Daredevils Ranked Number 1 Heading Into States
The Duluth East Robotics team has made global history for their awesome talents.
U of M President Pays Visit to Duluth
Erik Kaler Addresses Budget Concerns at UMD
Monday, U of M President Erik Kaler paid a visit to UMD to discuss concerns on campus.
Special Report: Flying High Part 1
Inside Lake Superior Helicopters
Fox 21’s Natalie Froistad takes a look inside Lake Superior Helicopters.
House GOP Finalizes Bid in Education Funding Debate
Minnesota House Republicans have finalized their bid in the state’s education finance debate.
House Approves Transgender Student Bathroom Restrictions
The Minnesota House wants to restrict transgender students’ access to school locker rooms and bathrooms.
Greysolon Hosts 6th Annual Boys & Girls Club Ball
Event Coordinators Eye Goal of $100,000
Community leaders gathered at the Greysolon Plaza Friday for the 6th annual Boys And Girls Clubs of The Northland Ball.
