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Local Family Farm Wants to Share Fall Festivities With the Community

Family Fun for All Ages Offering Pumpkins, Hayrides, and a Whole Lot More

September 22, 2016

Brett Scott,

After nearly a century of farming in Northern Minnesota, one tight-knit family is wanting to share the joy of fall harvest time with your family.

American Water Works Association of Minnesota Celebrates 100th Anniversary

The Three-Day-Long Conference Kicked off Wednesday at the DECC

September 22, 2016

Brett Scott,

Pipes were busting left and right at the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center on Wednesday, but no need to worry.

Search Called off for Missing Boaters on Lake Superior

The search began after they did not return home Saturday night

September 21, 2016

Melissa Lentz,

The United States Coast Guard has ended its active search Wednesday afternoon for two adults and one child who went missing in Lake Superior Saturday night.

MnDOT Starts Prepping for Snow

Snowplow Operator Training Programs are in full swing

September 20, 2016

Site Staff,

More than 120 snowplow operators from the Minnesota Department of Transportation and the city of Minneapolis are training the next two weeks at Camp Ripley near Little Falls to learn how to handle the winter ahead.

Search for Missing Boaters on Lake Superior

The search continues for three who didn't return from fishing trip

September 19, 2016

Site Staff,

Authorities are searching Lake Superior for three boaters, including a 9-year-old boy and his father who did not return from a fishing trip in the vicinity of the Keweenaw Peninsula.

Engwall’s Corn Maze Ready to Open

The Sixth Annual Event Looks to Bring in Thousands Over Seven Weekends

September 16, 2016

Brett Scott,

Hundreds of Northlanders will be trying to find their way out of a spooky situation this weekend.

Lightning Bolts in Oklahoma and France Deemed Longest on Record

The have been added to a list of weather extremes kept by the World Meteorological Organization

September 15, 2016

Site Staff,

Researchers have identified lightning bolts in Oklahoma and France as the longest on record and warn that their discovery could alter traditional thinking on when it’s safe to go outside after a storm has passed.

Missing Barge Found on Lake Superior

Three shipwreck hunters find missing 1800s barge after 6 years

September 15, 2016

Site Staff,

Three shipwreck hunters’ six-year search of Lake Superior for a 1800s schooner barge has ended successfully.

Minnesota Senators Help Pass Job-Creating Water Infrastructure Bill to Benefit Minnesota

The bill supports the Lake Superior region and invests in new infrastructure projects

September 15, 2016

Site Staff,

U.S. Senators Al Franken and Amy Klobuchar said they worked to pass a major water infrastructure bill in the Senate on Thursday because it not only creates jobs, modernizes community water systems, and makes the nation’s waterways more navigable, but it will also bolster investment in clean drinking water and in efforts to replace dangerous lead pipes.

Invasive Red Swamp Crayfish Confirmed in Minnesota Lake

First time the species has ever been confirmed in MN lake

September 15, 2016

Site Staff,

Two red swamp crayfish have been found in Tilde Lake in Clay County in northwestern Minnesota. It is the first time the species has been confirmed in a Minnesota lake, according to the Department of Natural Resources (DNR.)

Emerald Ash Borer Discovered In Duluth

The Emerald Ash Borer Has Been Found Near Hartley Nature Center

September 14, 2016

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The Emerald Ash Borer has once again been spotted near Hartley Nature Center and St. Louis County officials are hoping to avoid a tree–killing bug infestation by issuing an emergency quarantine.

New Bat Species Discovered in Wisconsin

Lives in the hollow of trees in Rock County

September 14, 2016

Site Staff,

A new bat species has been discovered in Wisconsin for the first time in more than 60 years.

Adopt-a-Beach Clean Up Efforts

UWS professor and students helping to make beaches cleaner and safer for visitors

September 14, 2016

Site Staff,

A UWS chemistry professor and several students will hit the beach for Adopt a Beach Cleanup on Saturday.

Jay Cooke State Park Welcomes Fall Season

People Head Out To Enjoy Jay Cooke

September 13, 2016

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People enjoy Minnesota state parks year round, but the fall season brings with it the perfect blend of cool weather, changing leaves, and clear trails. A combination that makes hiking and biking in Jay Cooke State Park a one of a kind experience.

Emergency Quarantine as Emerald Ash Borer Found in Duluth

MDA confirms second EAB find in Duluth, issuing an emergency quarantine for portion of St. Louis Co.

September 13, 2016

Site Staff,

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) is issuing an emergency quarantine for the southeastern portion of St. Louis County after confirming a second emerald ash borer (EAB) detection within the City of Duluth.

Arrests Made During Dakota Access Pipeline Protest

A timeline of the events happening in North Dakota

September 13, 2016

Site Staff,

The Latest on the dispute over the Dakota Access pipeline, a thousand-mile pipeline under construction to carry oil from North Dakota to Illinois (all times local):

Twin Metals Minnesota Files Lawsuit in Federal Court

Seeking a court ruling affirming the validity of mineral leases

September 12, 2016

Site Staff,

A mining company that hopes to build an underground copper-nickel mine near Ely is suing the federal government to try to keep the mineral rights leases it needs for the nearly $3 billion project to go forward.

Bee Research Facility Opening at the University of Minnesota

Minnesota is the fifth largest honey producing state

September 12, 2016

Site Staff,

The University of Minnesota opens a new multi-million dollar bee research facility next month.

Federal Judge Refuses to Block Dakota Access Pipeline

Authorites though have recommended a temporary halt on the project

September 9, 2016

Site Staff,

Dakota Access pipeline protesters were happy to learn that federal authorities recommended construction on a 40-mile span in North Dakota be halted, despite a federal judge denying the Standing Rock Sioux’s broader request.

North Dakota Pipeline Protests

Thousands protesting the Dakota Access Pipeline

September 9, 2016

Site Staff,

A federal judge is set to deliver a key ruling on the four-state Dakota Access Pipeline that has drawn thousands of protesters to a construction site in North Dakota, some coming form as far as New York and Alaska.

Elite Field Announced for Minnesota Mile

September 9, 2016

Site Staff,

A premier class of one-mile runners is assembled for Sunday’s Minnesota Mile in downtown Duluth.

Warmer Lake Superior Surface Temperatures Could Affect Shipping and Fishing

Could positively impact the fishing and shipping industries

September 9, 2016

Site Staff,

A warmer Lake Superior could improve the chances of catching salmon and other species as well as provide benefits for the Great Lakes shipping industry.

Community Gathers to Support Standing Rock Protesters

North Dakota protesters are against the construction of Dakota Access Pipeline

September 9, 2016

Site Staff,

A group of community members gathered at the Minnesota Power Plaza Thursday afternoon to show support for the Standing Rock protesters in North Dakota.

Final Weeks of Boating Season

Just a few more weeks to cast the lines on the water

September 9, 2016

Adam Jagunich,

Fishermen and women have a few more weeks to cast their lines in the water, but the summer boating season is quickly coming to an end.

UMD’s NRRI Receives 2.5 Million Dollar Grant

NRRI Gets Expanded EPA Grant

September 9, 2016

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The University of Minnesota Duluth’s Natural Resources Research Institute has received a grant to continue research on the great lakes food web.

Major Storm Damage Delays Minnesota Power’s Solar Power Plant

Intial assessments indicate 25% of the 97 rows have sustained damage

September 8, 2016

Melissa Lentz,

The completion of Minnesota Power’s first solar power plant has been delayed after Wednesday night’s severe storm caused substantial damage to the nearly completed solar array at the National Guard’s Camp Ripley near Little Falls, Minn.

MnDNR Creates Trip Planner for Finding Best Fall Colors

It's that time of year for beautiful colors all across Minnesota!

September 8, 2016

Melissa Lentz,

It happens around the same time every year, Chlorophyll production in tree leaves slows down and stops, causing the leaves to lose their green color and gain gorgeous red, gold, and orange hues. The annual result is many Minnesotans flocking outside to behold this magnificent event.

NRRI to Expand Research on Sensitive Great Lakes Food Web

Institute receives $2.5M to continue and expand research on the Great Lakes

September 7, 2016

Melissa Lentz,

Biological changes in microscopic organisms on the bottom of the Great Lakes food chain send up a big red flag to scientists of possible changes to come.

Tuesday Storms Brought More Damage to Wisconsin

Flash flooding resulted after 4-6 inches of rain fell in a short period of time

September 7, 2016

Site Staff,

Flood Watches and Warnings continues across much of Wisconsin after 4 to 6 inches of rain fell late Tuesday into Wednesday morning triggering flash flooding of roads, rivers and low lying areas. Another 1 to 3 inches or more of rain is expected later this evening and into Thursday morning. Here is a county by county review of the situation.

Missing U.S. Climbers Presumed Dead

Have been missing from a remote part of Pakistan

September 7, 2016

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American mountain climbers Kyle Dempster and Scott Adamson earned reputations as two of the world’s best by setting out to conquer icy, steep routes others couldn’t scale.

Wisconsin Legislative Committee Studying Burial Site Preservation

A Republican bill that would have allowed quarry ownders to exacvate died last session

September 7, 2016

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A legislative committee is studying changes to Wisconsin law protecting burial sites after a Republican bill that would have allowed quarry owners to excavate American Indian mounds died last session.

Engwall’s Annual Corn Maze Opening September 17

The Annual Tradition Begins with a Little Help from Mother Nature

September 7, 2016

Brett Scott,

You could say it all starts with seeds full of hope, eventually winding through a maze of weed control.

Parks Prepare For Leaves to Change

With fall approaching crowds will flock to see the colors.

September 7, 2016

Andrew Kirov,

With fall approaching crowds will flock to see the colors.

St. Louis County Workers Receive Storm Recognition

Dozens of Employees Recognized by St. Louis County Board After Storm Cleanup

September 6, 2016

Brett Scott,

As communities continue cleaning up after severe storm damage this summer, St. Louis County Board members cleared their morning agenda before starting their day.

Most Humpback Whales Being Taken Off Endangered Species List

Four distinct populations will still receive federal protection

September 6, 2016

Site Staff,

Federal authorities are taking most humpback whales off the endangered species list.

Vandals Destroy Popular Oregon Rock Formation

People knock over the "Duckbill" on Oregon beach

September 5, 2016

Site Staff,

Cellphone video captured a group of people knocking over a popular sandstone rock formation known as the “Duckbill” on an Oregon beach.

Runner Completes Superior Hiking Trail Challenge

Shawna Weaver Ran 275 Miles In Nine Days

September 5, 2016

Andrew Kirov,

A Duluth woman has completed a major running challenge, running most of the length of the Superior Hiking Trail in just about a week’s time.

NASA Spacecraft Beams Back Intricate Views of Jupiter

Close-up views show turbulent storms in the north pole

September 2, 2016

Site Staff,

A NASA spacecraft has sent back the best views of Jupiter yet, revealing turbulent storms in the north pole.

Starry Stonewort Confirmed in More Minnesota Lakes

New confirmations may provide clues to the spread of this species

September 2, 2016

Melissa Lentz,

Starry stonewort has now been confirmed in Lake Winnibigoshish, Moose Lake, and Rice Lake.

Gardening Tips as Autumn Blossoms in to the Northland

Autumn Planting Care as Temps Begin to Drop

September 1, 2016

Brett Scott,

With the changing of the seasons, a great harvest of crops typically takes place throughout many local gardens, but it doesn’t always mean it’s time to stop planting.

Hartley Nature Center is Still Closed

Volunteers Help to Clean Up the Park

September 1, 2016

Chelsee Moe,

Hartley Nature Center in Duluth was hit hard by last month’s storm.

Prescribed Burns for BWCAW

Intended to reduce the risk of wildfires

August 31, 2016

Melissa Lentz,

In the months of September and October, the Superior National Forest plans to conduct up to four prescribed fires within the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW.)

Xcel Energy Continues Wind Energy Expansion

The Odell Wind Farm comes on line to produce 200 megawatts of energy

August 31, 2016

Site Staff,

Xcel Energy is the number one utility wind energy provider in the nation for 12 year running, and has added even more renewable energy to its Upper Midwest system.

Space Record Set by a Wisconsin Astronaut

Has logged more than 520 days in space

August 31, 2016

Melissa Lentz,

Jeff Williams is a Town of Winter native, who is set to return to Earth in early September.

Magnetation May Shut Down Plant Four in Grand Rapids

Over 150 positions hang in the balance at the plant

August 30, 2016

Chelsee Moe,

The announcement is another bit of bad news for the Magnetation Company which filed for bankruptcy in May of last year and has never been quite the same.

Dayton Authorizes State Disaster Assistance

Millions of dollars in relief from the State for central counties

August 30, 2016

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Aitkin, Benton, Carlton, Crow Wing, Kanabec, Meeker, Mille Lacs, Morrison, Pine, and Traverse counties were affected

Mother Saves Son From Drowning in Exchange for Her Own Life

A mother jumped in after her son, who fell off the boat

August 26, 2016

Site Staff,

As a Colorado mother enjoyed a family boat trip across Lake Powell’s summer waters, she heard a scream and splash as her 2-year-old son slipped off their houseboat and into the water.

Turtle Lake Receives Aggressive Treatment for Starry Stonewort

Earlier this month the invasive species was found

August 26, 2016

Melissa Lentz,

Starry stonewort are grass-like algae that can produce dense mats, which could interfere with use of the lake and choke out native plant species.

Dayton Orders Steps to Protect Bees and Other Pollinators

August 26, 2016

Site Staff,

Gov. Mark Dayton has issued an executive order restricting uses of neonicotinoid pesticides to reverse the decline of bee and other pollinator populations.

Yoga Festival Looks to Raise Funds for First Ever Winter Village

Duluth Loves Local is Looking to Promote Area Businesses

August 25, 2016

Brett Scott,

Duluth will have it’s first ever Winter Village Festival this year, but the fun filled weekend will take many volunteers and funds to be successful.