Proctor High School Hosts Public Safety Day
Public safety personnel took over Proctor High School Friday.
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CSS Hosts First-Ever Cadaver Memorial Service
Students Pay Tribute to Bodies of Science
For the first time ever, a memorial service was held Thursday to honor the 18 cadavers that students of science have spent the year dissecting.
Education Commissioner Discusses Budget Proposal
Shares Importance of Universal Free Pre-K
Minnesota’s Education Commissioner made a stop in Duluth to talk about Governor Mark Dayton’s budget proposal.
Educators Attend Early Childhood Summit
Local educators came together Thursday to help create a better learning experience for students.
Gronseth to Stay in Duluth School District
Top Candidate for Twin Cities Area Superintendent
Duluth School’s Superintendent, Bill Gronseth, has not been chosen as the new superintendent at a Twin Cities area School District.
Duluth Public Schools See Decline in Enrollment Numbers
Year to year, Duluth Public Schools are seeing a decrease in enrollment numbers throughout the district.
UW-Superior Hosts High School Math Competition
Brainy Students Compete in 'Math Meet'
Students from area high schools had numbers on the brain at a competition Wednesday morning at UW-Superior.
UMD Celebrates New Wind Turbine
Research Project Displays Unique, Energy-Efficient Technology
UMD celebrated Earth Day with the beginning of a wind research project at their farm.
CSS Makes Major Announcement Regarding President, Larry Goodwin
Goodwin Announces Retirement Wednesday Afternoon
A long time leader at the College of St. Scholastic has announced his retirement. In 1 year, CSS will be welcoming in new leadership as Larry Goodwin made his official announcement Wednesday afternoon.
Denfeld Artists Present Stained Glass Projects
Students at Denfeld High School presented their custom-designed stained glass projects Tuesday to the community.
MN College System Looks to Ease Transfer Process
Minnesota community college students could one day have an easier time moving to a four-year state school.
Sale Agreement Reached For Duluth Vacant Schools
Two vacant Duluth schools have been officially sold to a real estate developer, according to district officials.
Rummage Sale to Fight Bullying
Rummage Sale Fights Bullying
If you buy second hand goods this weekend it will help out a local cause. Are you looking for a job and enjoy serving others?
Autism: Where We Are Now, Where We Want To Be
Community Gathers to Celebrate and Discuss Autism
Many questions still remain about autism, and Thursday, UWS invited locals to discuss the joys and challenges of living with the disease.
Scholarship to Train Pets to be Therapy Animals
UMD Students, Animal Allies Host Print for Paws Fundraiser
UMD students have teamed with Animal Allies to create a scholarship for college students to train and register their pets to be certified therapy animals.
Students Explore Law Enforcement Job Options
Law Enforcement Career Expo in Cloquet
Students got a taste of the real world at the Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College Wednesday
Grand Rapids School District Could Pitch $70 Million Referendum
School Board to Decide on Future For District 318
The school board of District 318, made up of Grand Rapids and Big Fork, is deciding whether to renovate current buildings or seek funding for two completely new elementary schools.
Celebrating Creativity at UWS Campus Day of Celebration
UWS hosted its campus day of celebration Tuesday.
Sever Weather Awareness Week Kicks Off in MN, WI
National Weather Service Sends Out Reminders
Monday marks the beginning of severe weather awareness week in Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Locals Bond over International Cuisine
Spring rolls and chicken curry were just a few dishes bringing community members together.
Sparking Creativity with LEGOS
Duluth Public Library
Imagination was the focus of an event at the Duluth Public Library Saturday afternoon.
Local Kids Learn About Stranger Danger
More than 100 kids learned about what to do if they’re ever in an uncomfortable situation with a stranger or someone they know.
UWS Students Host ‘Science Night’
Children and Adults Explore Different Aspects of Science
Friday, UWS students hosted “Science Night,”, where children and adults were invited to explore the marvels of chemistry, physics, and biology.
UW Regents OK Out-of-State, Grad Student Tuition Increase
UW Regents Approve Raising Tuition for Out-of-State Students
The University of Wisconsin System regents have approved raising tuition for out-of-state undergraduate and graduate students at most of the system’s four-year schools starting next year.
Art Project Brings Relaxation to Woodland Hills Students
Students Learn to Find Peace
Students at Woodland Hills are working on a project in hopes of gaining peace.
Children Affected by Violence Use Art to Help Heal
First-Ever Youth Art Show Displays Children's Work
Thursday, Northland children brought awareness to the issue of violence in the form of art.
Hermantown School District Celebrates Groundbreaking
Reconstruction Begins at Middle School and High School
Wednesday, the Hermantown community broke ground with their shovels as they celebrated the start of construction at their schools.
Community Gathers to Promote Sexual Assault Awareness
Speak Out Rally at UWS
Community members took a stand Tuesday evening to end sexual violence in the Twin Ports.
UPDATE: Man Arrested Following Alleged Threats to Superior Schools
School Lock Down Lifted
A 38-year-old Superior man is in custody after making threats to a Superior School District employee, according to police.
Security Main Focus of North Shore Community School’s Addition
The ribbon cutting is complete and the new addition at North Shore Community School is open to the public.
Celebrating Autism Awareness Month with Puppets
Teaching Children Fun Ways to Manage Stress
In celebration of Autism Awareness Month, Z Puppets, a Minneapolis–based company is hosting a camp in Duluth to teach children with special needs fun ways to manage stress.
Local Event Offers Spring Break Activities
Have you had spring break yet?
No Foul Play Suspected in UND Student’s Death Near Campus
University of North Dakota police say there is no foul play suspected in the death of 22-year-old student found dead at a home near campus
UMD Unveils Technological Motion and Media Lab
MMAD Lab Brings Different Majors Together
It doesn’t happen very often that leaders from different areas of study have a chance to work together to research and help students.
MN State Leaders Propose Free, All Day Preschool
Greenhaven Elementary preschoolers are in class for 7 1/2 hours a week but a proposal making its way through the capital could change that.
Duluth Superintendent is Finalist for Metro Job
Gronseth in Running for Job near Twin Cities
Duluth Public School’s Superintendent is a finalist for a position with another school district near the Twin Cities.
Northland Job Fair to Include More than 120 Employers Seeking Workers
The 6th Annual Northland Job Fair is right around the corner, and organizers say 2015 will be the biggest one yet.
Duluth Schools Ask for Public Opinion During ‘Think Kids’ Meetings
Racism, Demographic Study Discussed During Meetings
It’s your turn to sound off about what Duluth schools could be doing better as district.
UWS Library Recovers From 2012 Flood
The flood of 2012 caused at least $18 million in damage to UW-Superior’s Jim Dan Hill Library.
Rural Schools Struggle to Keep, Attract Teachers
Declining Enrollment, State Aid Cuts to Blame
Leaders of some rural school districts in the Northland are concerned they are not receiving the funding necessary to retain enough staff members to provide a quality education for students.
Limited School Space at Marengo Valley Causes Concern
Increasing Number of Students, Need for School Space
Marengo Valley is seeing an increasing number of students with a limited amount of space at its current school.
UWS Celebrates Legacy of Dr. Seuss
Youngsters Have Fun While Reading
During the month of March, people across the nation have been celebrating the legacy of Dr. Seuss.
UW-Superior Announces Early Retirement Buyouts
Chancellor: Program Will Help Manage Anticipated Budget Cuts
The University of Wisconsin-Superior has a new tool that school officials said will help manage millions in budget cuts.
Duluth School Graduation Rate Below State Average
While Duluth’s graduation rate is trending down, the rest of the state is increasing, according to a state report.
Crafts and Community Blend to Create Folk School
A successful folk school in Grand Marais is the focal point of discussion in Ely.
Buddies Not Bullies: Step Up to Stop Bullying in the Northland
Anti-Bullying Org. Helps Raise Awareness
The topic of bullying is an emotionally charged and very serious issues not only across the country but here in the Northland and a new organization is helping reiterate the importance of anti bullying within the community.
WI Bill Would OK Off-Duty Police with Guns in School
Bill Would Allow Off-Duty Officers to Carry Guns in WI Schools
A proposal that would allow off-duty and retired police officers to carry guns in schools is finding support in the Wisconsin Legislature.
Note Worthy Kids Makes a Sweet Melody
The sweet sounds of music filled Clyde Iron Works Sunday.
Poll: Majority Says Performance Should Guide Teacher Layoffs
Poll Shows 68% of Minnesotans Say Performance Should Guide Teacher Layoffs
A new poll shows 68 percent of Minnesotans say a teacher’s performance, not his or her seniority, should be the deciding factor in making layoff decisions.
2nd Annual Art For Education’s Sake
Duluth Celebrates Visual Literacy
When you think of education, many times art is ignored. But Friday night, The Duluth Community celebrated visual literacy.
