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Knowing Your Neighbors: Redneck ‘Meats’ BBQ

After 14 years of running the well-known Arts Café in Moose Lake, management sold the café to new owners, who transformed it into a barbecue restaurant.

December 21, 2020

Jane Kim,

MOOSE LAKE, Minn. – After 14 years of running the well-known Arts Café in Moose Lake, management sold the café to new owners who transformed it into a barbecue restaurant known as Redneck ‘Meats’ BBQ. Dinel and Lance Hollarbach have been in the barbecue business for almost 19 years, and now they have branched out, opening their own restaurant in…

KYN: Gentlemen’s Choice Barbers

January 20, 2020

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Gentlemen’s Choice Barbers opened up back in July of 2019 and has seen a rush of customers since. It’s been a good positive response in the community to good old fashioned barbering. The owner, Anthony Holliday says this specific location was the best for his business to get noticed because of the foot traffic. “I studied this…

KYN: The Front Porch Coffee and Tea Company

Quaint Coffee Shop In Ely

December 6, 2016

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The Front Porch Coffee and Tea Company offers a unique setting and comforting atmosphere to locals in the Ely community.

Knowing Your Neighbors: Waxing the City

Waxing the City provides customers with a superior wax and employees with skills for a career.

November 29, 2016

Zach Richie,

One company wants to take away the stigma of waxing. They’re not only helping their customers but are also making a difference in the lives of their employees.

DOC’S Sports Bar and Grill

Food and Drink Specials For All

November 15, 2016

Joey Norton,

Duluth tourism is booming! With a booming tourist industry, small businesses close to the area able to tap in to the millions of dollars traveling along interstate 35 year around.In this week’s knowing your neighbor, we take you to DOC’S, a Sports Bar in Sturgeon Lake, MN.

Knowing Your Neighbors: China Inn

From the fish soup to the mongolian beef, many enjoy the many flavors of the China Inn.

November 8, 2016

Zach Richie,

For twenty-five years, flavors and authentic entrees have been regular guests at the China Inn in Superior. The tasteful bites are so good, some customers never want to leave this inn.

Creating Sweet Concoctions at Pep’s Bake Shop

The Local Bakery in Virginia Has Been Around for More Than 50 Years

November 1, 2016

Nathaniel LeCapitaine,

Many bags of candy will be collected by kids in the Northland Monday night, but what happens once all the sugar is eaten up in a matter of days?

Knowing Your Neighbors: Toy Galaxy

Toy Galaxy sells vintage toys and brings out the inner child in all of us.

October 25, 2016

Zach Richie,

Some of us have had that feeling where we found out our moms or dads threw out some of our old toys. A new store in Duluth will not only take many down memory lane, but let them relive some of those childhood memories in a galaxy that’s close to home.

KnowingYour Neighbors: Red Brick Cafe

A small town cafe in Barronett, Wis.

October 18, 2016

Nathaniel LeCapitaine,

The Red Brick Cafe in Barronett has become a hometown staple of Northwestern Wisconsin.

Local Candy Company Seeing Growth in Business

Northwoods Candy Company Started in 2012, Quickly Becoming a Sweet Destination

October 11, 2016

Nathaniel LeCapitaine,

One local shop in Grand Rapids is making quite the impact on local sweet tooth lovers in the area. It all started up with those near and dear to Sandy Gauwitz.

Knowing Your Neighbors: The Fat Radish

Bayfield restaurant, the Fat Radish, locally sources most of its food to leave diners with unbelievable flavors.

October 4, 2016

Adam Jagunich,

With a name like the Fat Radish, it’s bound to get a few grins. However, most of the smiles from this uniquely named restaurant come after each and every bite.

Knowing Your Neighbors: Molly’s Antiques and More

It's Much More Than An Antique Store

September 27, 2016

Site Staff,

It’s an antique store where you can find a little of everything and much more.

Pier Plaza Restaurant Gives Tourists A Taste Of Bayfield

Pier Plaza Restaurant and Pickled Herring Lounge serves fresh fish every day

September 20, 2016

Adam Jagunich,

Pier Plaza Restaurant and Pickled Herring Lounge serves fresh fish every day

Wings ‘N Willows Offer Creativity and Experience to Grand Rapids

September 13, 2016

Adam Jagunich,

In this week’s Knowing Your Neighbors we head out to Grand Rapids where one gallery is helping to frame the city.

Knowing Your Neighbors: Katzmarek Ornamental Iron

Business Turns Iron Into Art

September 6, 2016

Adam Jagunich,

The company uses welding to create beautiful iron designs.

KYN: The Shop Coffee House

The House Encourages Local Shopping

August 30, 2016

Lena Takada,

A coffee shop in Virginia has turned into a cultural hub.

Knowing Your Neighbors: McQuade’s Herbs, Spices and More

Local Shop in Two Harbors Looks to Spice up Business Along the North Shore

August 16, 2016

Brett Scott,

When you think of the North Shore, multiple gift shops, Northern cuisine, and beautiful scenery probably comes to mind.

Knowing Your Neighbors: The Beaver House

The Beaver House in Grand Marais sells fishing lures sure to reel in the big one.

August 2, 2016

Zach Richie,

The Beaver House is known not only for a huge walleye coming through its roof but also for its famous Beaver Flicks. The popular bait shop brings in locals and tourists.

Knowing Your Neighbors: Hungry Hippie Hostel

A Grand Marais couple converted their old barn into a hostel for travelers.

July 26, 2016

Zach Richie,

After finding some comfortable places to stay while hiking on the Appalachian Trail, a Grand Marais couple decided they could provide the same comforts of home to other travelers in their neck of the woods.

Knowing Your Neighbors: Norman’s One Stop

Norman's One Stop sells everything from fishing supplies to toys to unique gifts.

July 19, 2016

Zach Richie,

Norman’s One Stop is a family-run business that sells just about everything in Orr. Many stop here first, before a great day on the lake.

Knowing Your Neighbors: Steve’s Pepper Sauce

Pepper Sauce is heating up the Northland.

May 10, 2016

Zach Richie,

After owning a print shop for thirty years, one local businessman decided to spice things up. He started making his own pepper sauce that’s quickly been heating up the Northland.

Knowing Your Neighbors: Eveleth Country Foods IGA

Grocery serves award winning meats and customer service.

April 26, 2016

Zach Richie,

You can expect to find the staples in every bag at the Eveleth Country Foods IGA, but look a little closer and you’ll see award winners that make this store one of a kind.

Knowing Your Neighbors: Pierce and Piszczek Fine Pianos

There's a new piano store in Duluth that's been hitting all the right notes for the community.

April 19, 2016

Zach Richie,

A classically trained singer and a technician came together to open a store that has kept both their dreams in tune and in key.

Knowing Your Neighbors: Chester Creek Books

A Book Store With the Collector in Mind

March 29, 2016

Adam Jagunich,

In the age of Kindles and E-Readers, used book stores don’t just pop up all over the place anymore.

Knowing Your Neighbors: Saw This

Store sells kayaks, chainsaws, and more.

March 15, 2016

Zach Richie,

One can find both work and fun on the workbench at Saw This in Spooner. The store not only sells lasting memories but also cuts into making the workday a little easier.

KYN: Adventure Zone

March 8, 2016

Nathaniel LeCapitaine,

Adventure Zone has been in Duluth’s Canal Park for the last five years. Owned by Grandma’s Restaurant and Company, it has become one of the largest arcades in the state. The arcade has many different adventures to choose from, laser tag, bounce houses, batting cages, and even a virtual sports simulator.

KYN: Gators Grilled Cheese Emporium

March 1, 2016

Graham Hakala,

Gators Grilled Cheese Emporium has been creating the perfect homemade comfort food since opening last June.

The Avenue Coffee House

February 23, 2016

Andrew Kirov,

A coffee house with a unique flavor and a place the kiddos will love.

KYN: True North Color Lab

February 16, 2016

Adam Jagunich,

True North Color Lab has been bringing great photos to life for more than 65 years, but it hasn’t always been easy.

Knowing Your Neighbors: Jim’s Meat Market

February 9, 2016

Zach Richie,

Rolling out nearly 200,000 pounds of sausage a year, Jim’s Meat Market in Iron River is a sausage giant.

Vi’s Pizza – Five Generations of Pizza Tradition

Family Pizza in the Iron Range

February 2, 2016

Adam Jagunich,

When you think of the Iron Range, you may think of many things, but pizza might not be one of those things.

KYN: Old Town Antiques

January 26, 2016

Andrew Kirov,

Old Town Antiques is the place to shop when looking for something unique, or just need a trip down memory lane. With 39 dealers and two floors of items, you’re sure to find the exact piece of history you’re looking for.

KYN: Anglers Bar and Grill

Going Strong Since 1977

January 19, 2016

Adam Jagunich,

In this week’s Knowing Your Neighbors, we look at a family owned bar and grill that’s been going strong since 1977.

A Place for Fido is a Place for Dogs

Duluth Store is a Full Canine Outfitters

January 5, 2016

William Seay,

Inside the Fitger’s Complex in Downtown Duluth, you’ll find A Place for Fido, a store that started as an idea.

Downtown Cafe Brings Homemade Treats to Duluth

Lake Superior Bakehouse Is Less Than a Year Old

December 29, 2015

Jeff Schwarten,

Lake Superior Bakehouse officially opened in early August.

Knowing Your Neighbors: BoomTown

Restaurant Themed Around Fire and Bourbon

December 22, 2015

Graham Hakala,

BoomTown is the brainchild of Iron Range restauranteurs Jessica Antonovich-Lietz and Erik Lietz.

Independent Bookstore Keeps Spirit of Reading Alive

Drury Lane Books is the "Bookstore for Book Lovers"

December 8, 2015

William Seay,

If you’re an avid reader and a lover of books, there’s a tiny shop in Grand Marais that might just be up your alley.

KYN: Blue Wave On The Bay

December 1, 2015

Site Staff,

A new building in Ashland is catching some attention of people who drive by.It’s called Blue Wave on the Bay, and it’s this week’s Knowing your Neighbors.

Knowing Your Neighbors: Longbranch Smokehouse and Grille

November 24, 2015

Nathaniel LeCapitaine,

In this week’s knowing your neighbors, Fox 21’s Lena Takada takes us to a restaurant in Minong, Wisconsin where smoked meat is king.

KYN: Lemon Wolf Cafe

November 10, 2015

Katie Lange,

If you’re looking for a hidden gem along the North Shore with a homey atmosphere– head to the Lemon Wolf Café.

Courage Kenny Curling

Curling Clinic

November 7, 2015

Site Staff,

If you’ve always wanted to learn adaptive curling now is the perfect opportunity.

Pop-Up Shop: An Interactive Escape Room

Solve Puzzles and Riddles to Win the Game

November 5, 2015

Andrew Kirov,

A new game testing your leadership, wit and puzzle skills is set to open this holiday season in Duluth.

Knowing Your Neighbor: Federico’s Mikes Restaurant

Federico's Mikes Restaurant

November 3, 2015

Site Staff,

Built in the 1950’s Federico’s Mikes Restaurant used to be a drive-in.

Knowing Your Neighbors: The Chocolate Moose

October 13, 2015

Adam Jagunich,

In this week’s Knowing Your Neighbors, we headed up to Ely where a town favorite and a mascot named Milton are keeping guests happy.

Knowing Your Neighbors: A Dozen Excuses

A Superior-Based Donut Shop

October 6, 2015

Site Staff,

The revitalization of Superior’s Tower Avenue seems to be helping some local businesses flourish.

Knowing Your Neighbors: Deep Water Grille

September 29, 2015

Site Staff,

A popular restaurant in Ashland makes a comeback after burning to the ground on April Fools Day more than a decade ago.

KYN: Sixth Street Market in Ashland

September 22, 2015

Nathaniel LeCapitaine,

It’s one of the most well–known markets in northern Wisconsin. In this week’s Knowing Your Neighbors, Stef Manisero takes us to Ashland where a town–favorite has meat–lovers drooling.

Knowing Your Neighbors: Moose-Cellaneous Gifts

September 15, 2015

Site Staff,

In this week’s Knowing Your Neighbors we introduce you to a woman who was a nurse for 50-years before opening a gift shop along the North Shore.

Knowing Your Neighbors: The Platter

An Ashland Restaurant Rich With Area History

September 8, 2015

Graham Hakala,

Fox 21’s Stef Manisero takes us to the south shore, where one of Ashland’s oldest restaurants is leaving diners not only well–fed, but well–connected to the city.

KYN: Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory

September 1, 2015

Site Staff,

On Monday, FOX 21 stopped by Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory in Canal Park to get a small taste of what this wonderful local chocolate factory has to offer.

Knowing Your Neighbors-imported

After 14 years of running the well-known Arts Café in Moose Lake, management sold the café to new owners, who transformed it into a barbecue restaurant.

Quaint Coffee Shop In Ely

Waxing the City provides customers with a superior wax and employees with skills for a career.

Food and Drink Specials For All

From the fish soup to the mongolian beef, many enjoy the many flavors of the China Inn.

The Local Bakery in Virginia Has Been Around for More Than 50 Years

Toy Galaxy sells vintage toys and brings out the inner child in all of us.

A small town cafe in Barronett, Wis.

Northwoods Candy Company Started in 2012, Quickly Becoming a Sweet Destination

Bayfield restaurant, the Fat Radish, locally sources most of its food to leave diners with unbelievable flavors.

It's Much More Than An Antique Store

Pier Plaza Restaurant and Pickled Herring Lounge serves fresh fish every day

Business Turns Iron Into Art

The House Encourages Local Shopping

Local Shop in Two Harbors Looks to Spice up Business Along the North Shore

The Beaver House in Grand Marais sells fishing lures sure to reel in the big one.

A Grand Marais couple converted their old barn into a hostel for travelers.

Norman's One Stop sells everything from fishing supplies to toys to unique gifts.

Pepper Sauce is heating up the Northland.

Grocery serves award winning meats and customer service.

There's a new piano store in Duluth that's been hitting all the right notes for the community.

A Book Store With the Collector in Mind

Store sells kayaks, chainsaws, and more.

Family Pizza in the Iron Range

Going Strong Since 1977

Duluth Store is a Full Canine Outfitters

Lake Superior Bakehouse Is Less Than a Year Old

Restaurant Themed Around Fire and Bourbon

Drury Lane Books is the "Bookstore for Book Lovers"

Curling Clinic

Solve Puzzles and Riddles to Win the Game

Federico's Mikes Restaurant

A Superior-Based Donut Shop

An Ashland Restaurant Rich With Area History

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