DULUTH, Minn. — Minneapolis Singer-Songwriter Luke Leblanc previews new album — Fugue State. You can hear Leblanc live: Friday, October 7 — 7:00pm at Wussow’s Concert Cafe. The full album will be out October 25. “Fugue State, lyrically and musically, sets out to take a step back before looking for hope or solutions,” says LeBlanc. “Instead, the album offers an…
DULUTH, Minn. — Musician Jay Ernest, member of Church of Cash, gave us a preview of the bands next show. The band is a Johnny Cash Tribute Band. They will be playing on Thursday, October 6, at the West Theatre in Duluth. Doors open at 6:30 and the show starts at 7:30pm. Tickets are sold at the door and here….
DULUTH, Minn. — The Fabulous Dik promotes next installment of comedy series: A Series of Unfortunate Specials. This one is called Falling Forward and Cracking Up. The show is a mix of Sketch Comedy, funny videos, improvisation and other shenanigans. The Fabulous Dik (Deek) is the cultural attaché to The Mustachios, a group of international supervillains. You can check out…
DULUTH, Minn. — Tony Dierckins launches new book, Duluth’s Grand Old Architecture. Dierckins is a local Duluth Author and Zenith City Press Publisher. His latest book is co-authored by Maryanne C. Norton. It explores the first 70 years of Duluth’s rich tradition of creating architectural statements. A book launch will take place Thursday, October 13, 7—8:30, Glensheen, Free and open…
DULUTH, Minn. — Jason Vincent stopped by the studio to talk about ‘Nunsense, the Musical.’ Nunsense is a musical comedy. It takes center stage this weekend in the Spirit of the North Theatre at Fitger’s. Don’t miss out on this hilarious hit musical showcasing an amazing cast of local actresses! Show dates and times: October 7, 8, 13, 14 @…
DULUTH, Minn. — It is never too early to start talking about Grandma’s Marathon! Starting October 1, registration opens at 7 p.m. for runners. Zach Schneider the Marketing & Public Relations Director of Grandma’s Marathon stopped by the morning show to talk about it. Watch the video above for more details. To register, go to the Grandma’s Marathon website here….
NORMANNA, Minn. — The 2nd Annual Normanna Fire Squatch, also called Normanna Day is taking place October 8 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sara Marciniak from the Normanna Fire Department and Chief Corey Hulst came by to talk about it. Here is the schedule of events: ● 9:00am – 3:00pm: Vendor/Craft Fair ● 9:00am race registration and check in…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth YMCA offers many programs to get active. One of them being the Active Older Adult program at the GND REC. The Coordinator of the program, Heidi Rudstrom spoke about the program and more on the morning show. A participant, Rosie Adolphson told us about her experiences. To check out the Duluth YMCA programs, click here….
HERMANTOWN, Minn. — Kim Parmeter, the President and CEO of the Hermantown Area Chamber Of Commerce came by the morning show to talk with Dan Hanger about upcoming events. Some of the events include: Catalyst Festival Wednesday night downtown A luncheon with the Superintendents of Proctor & Hermantown on Thursday at St. Luke’s Sports & Event Center UnWINEd at the…
DULUTH, Minn. — The American Indian Community Housing Organization (AICHO) is hosting a Group Art Exhibition made up of two dozen artists. The show is unique because 13 Indigenous authors/writers/poets have written poems/prose reflecting some of the artwork. The opening reception is Saturday, Sept. 24 from 6 pm – 8 pm. It’s free to attend, but at $10 donation is…
DULUTH, Minn. — Personal and professional organizer Kim Ann Schlichting of Live Simply With Kim stopped by the morning show Friday to talk about the many ways we can simplify our lives. Click the videos below to hear the conversation. And check out Kim’s website for a look at all of her services. And for a look at a pervious…
The 2022 Two Harbors Fall Art Fair is this Friday through Sunday Sept. 25. Two of the roughly 30 artists that’ll be at the fair stopped by the morning show Friday to give us a preview. Vince Quast is a nature photography and Karla Bradley is a jewelry artist. For more information on the art fair, click here. Categories: Coffee…
DULUTH, Minn. — Imagine never owning a cellphone until you were 19 years old. Well, that’s exactly what FOX 21 production assistant Owen Zagrabelny did! Hear the fun conversation in the video above. Categories: Coffee Conversation, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
DULUTH, Minn. — FOX 21 photojournalist Mason Kroll shocked our morning show with his musical talents we never knew about! Check out two of his original songs above and below! Categories: Coffee Conversation, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
DULUTH, Minn. — Calling all dog lovers, it’s time to come out to the 2022 PUP Crawl in Canal Park on Sunday. The crawl starts at Hoops Brewing’s tent in Canal Park Sunday (Sept. 25) between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. It’s an event put on by DogApproved.biz. There will be prizes, giveaways and surprises. Check out the video above…
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth restaurant Tacos Tacos Tacos is inviting taco lovers to come out to Blacklist Brewing Company this Friday for a taco-eating contest. It’s happening at 7 p.m. at the brewery at 206 E. Superior Street, which is next to the upcoming location for Tacos Tacos Tacos. For more information on all the fun, watch the video above…
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DULUTH, Minn. — The Miller-Dwan Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the health of people across the region, is hosting their annual gala, ARTcetera 2022 for the first time since 2019. The event is happening Thursday, September 22, 5-10 p.m. at The Garden. It includes an auction, gourmet dinner, and national speaker Nora McInerny. Tracy and Mary Kay from…
DULUTH, Minn. — Dust off your lederhosen and lace up your dirndl, Duluth’s Oktoberfest is back this weekend at Bayfront Festival Park. The fun starts Friday, Sept. 16 with cold German beer, Bovarian food, all types of games and activities, and of course authentic live music. FOX 21’s Dan Hanger got a flavor of that music on the morning show…
DULUTH, Minn. – Music group Trombone For Two will be playing tunes at the Duluth Library Foundation’s 11th annual Learning & Libations fundraiser Saturday, Sept. 17 from 6:45 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. at the downtown branch. Trombone For Two helped preview the event on the morning show Wednesday by playing three fantastic songs. See those below and hear more about…
DULUTH, Minn. — The St. Louis County Historical Society is throwing a big 100th birthday bash this Friday, Sept. 16 in the Great Hall at the Depot. The Centennial Celebration is free to attend and will feature live music, appetizers and a cash bar. You are encouraged to reserve a free spot by click here. Categories: Business, Coffee Conversation, Community,…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Northern Lights Foundation, which financially supports Northland families with children suffering life-threatening illnesses, is getting ready to put on its biggest fundraiser of the year. The Children’s Charitable Gala: Lifting Local Spirits is happening Thursday, Sept. 29 at the DECC. There will be a live and silent auction, raffles, social hour, dinner, and a presentation. For…
DULUTH, Minn. — Zeitgeist is getting ready to bring back its Spirit of the Times fundraiser bigger than ever September 16. They are shutting down a block of East Superior Street in front of its downtown Duluth arts building. The event will be block party style with street-wide tents, an outdoor stage, screen, and bar. Sara and Mary from Zeitgeist…
DULUTH, Minn. — Live theater is back for the season as the Duluth Playhouse launches its new season with Tony Award-winning Best Musical, ONCE. It’s based on the critically acclaimed film of the same name featuring the Oscar-winning song “Falling Slowly.” ONCE is a bittersweet reminder of the power music has to connect us all. Phillip Fazio, producing artistic director,…
DULUTH, Minn. — Superior Porchfest is hosting one last community music event of the season with The Fireside Jam this Thursday, Sept. 8 at Girl Scout Point in Superior’s Billings Park. Boedigheimer Bergsven Duo stopped by the morning show Tuesday to help preview the event and play a jam. The free Fireside Jam is happening from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30…
DULUTH, Minn. — Indecent Proposal rocked out live on the morning show Wednesday with a couple of originals. Check them out below and click here to find out where the band is playing next! Part 1: Part 2: Categories: Coffee Conversation, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
DULUTH, Minn. — The Water Is Life Festival is coming up Sunday, Sept. 4 at Bayfront Festival Park. One of the many musicians playing at the event, David Huckfelt, stopped by the morning show to talk about the mission behind the event and what to expect! Check out his interview and songs below, and click here for more info. on…
DULUTH, Minn. — Zachary Moder, of MN Moder, is a Duluth artist who showcased his rapping skills on the morning show Wednesday. Moder was also joined by the owner of Pinnacle Pointe Studios in Duluth, Anthony Miller, to talk about how that business is helping all levels of artists — both local, like Moder, and others out of the area….
DULUTH, Minn. — Members of the Duluth-Superior Pride Committee stopped by the morning show Tuesday to preview the Mayor’s Reception, festival, parade and more! Click the video for the conversation, and click here to see a rundown of family friendly pride events happening through Sunday. Categories: Coffee Conversation, Community, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
DULUTH, Minn. — Members of the St. Luke’s Proctor Fitness Center stopped by the morning show Monday with some students from Proctor High School to talk about and demonstrate healthy back-to-school tips, benefits of exercise and mental health awareness. Part 1: Part 2: Categories: Coffee Conversation, Education, Health, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth School District is hosing a “Back-To-School Unity In Our Community” event at Bayfront Festival Park Monday, Aug. 29, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. The event is free and open to the public with games, food, fun and a backpack giveaway. Click the video above to learn more about the giveaway, and click here for…
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth musician Marc Gartman is bringing together multiple local bands Thursday night for a concert cruise on the Vista Star. The S.S. Rock event is from 7 p.m. until 9 p.m. Early bird tickets are $25. Tickets at the door are $30. Click here to reserve your tickets now, and check out some tunes from Gartman and…
DULUTH, Minn. — Tracy Lundeen, owner of Lundeen Productions, stopped by the morning show Monday to talk about the upcoming Duluth Wedding Show — Fall Showcase and the Senior GO Show at the DECC. Lundeen also looked back at this nearly 50 years as an event promotor in the Twin Ports. Categories: Business, Coffee Conversation, Community, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News…
Kings Named band gave the morning show a flavor of their music Friday. Check it out! Song 2: Categories: Coffee Conversation, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
Duluth artist Kaleb Montgomery stopped by the morning show to play some of his original songs. Check out the videos above and below to listen! Kaleb is also part of the band Port City Limit. Song 2: Song3: Categories: Coffee Conversation, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth-Superior Pride is hosting its pride celebrations Labor Day weekend. One event going on throughout the weekend is a play at Zeitgeist. Press release: Based on a true story and inspired by interviews conducted by the playwright over several years. I AM MY OWN WIFE tells the fascinating tale of Charlotte von Mahlsdorf, a German trans woman…
The 3rd annual Great Northern Squash Festival is coming up Sept. 16 and 17 in Chaffey, Wisconsin. More than 30 bands will be playing throughout the two-day event, including Side String Band, which played on the morning show Friday. Click the videos to check out two songs. General contact: Adam Staupe 218-393-6117 The Great Northern Squash Festival 2022 September 16th…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Reckoning band performed live on the morning show Thursday. Check out their songs in the videos above and below, and click here to follow the group on Facebook. Song 2: Song 3: Song 4: Categories: Coffee Conversation, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, Public Safety
DULUTH, Minn. — The Sonny Side band performed on the morning show Thursday. Click the videos to hear some of their songs, and click here to see what the band is up to next! Song 2: Song 3: Categories: Coffee Conversation, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Lake Superior Dragon Boat Festival is make a comeback since the pandemic with all the racing, entertainment and fun for all! Click the video for a preview and click here to learn more about the two-day festival. Categories: Coffee Conversation, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, Wisconsin
DULUTH, Minn. — Grand Rapids-area author Katy Vanderport stopped by the morning show to talk about two of her most recent books. Click here to check out her science fiction book called Maggie and Elliot Defy Gravity, and click here to check out her poetry book called Try on My Glasses. Categories: Business, Coffee Conversation, Minnesota, News, News –…
DULUTH, Minn. — Band members from Life Parade performed live in studio Wednesday. Check out three songs in the videos above and below, and check them out on Facebook. Part 2 Part 3 Categories: Coffee Conversation, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
DULUTH, Minn. — Artist Mana Bear worked her artistic magic on the morning show Tuesday to paint a portrait of Dan Hanger’s dog Brewster. Click the videos to see the progress throughout the show, and click here to check out Mana on Instagram. Part 1: Part 2: Categories: Coffee Conversation, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth artist Josh Smith was live in studio Tuesday morning to play some great tunes on his guitar. Check out the songs in the videos above and below. And check out Josh on Facebook to catch his next gig! Song 2: Song 3: Categories: Coffee Conversation, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
DULUTH, Minn. – Kristine Greer, board chair of the Minnesota Ovarian Cancer Alliance, is shining a light on ovarian cancer in the northland next month, as September is national Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. Several Duluth landmarks will light up in teal Sept. 23 and 24, including the DECC, Radisson Hotel, Enger Tower, Glensheen Mansion and Pier B. Organizers say it’s…
DULUTH, Minn. – Singer and songwriter Christopher David Hanson stopped by the morning show Monday to play some of his original pieces. Morning anchor Dan Hanger gave him a few live hits throughout the two-hour morning show because Hanson drove two hours to play for us! Enjoy. Song 2: Song 3: Song 4: Song 5: Categories: Coffee Conversation, Entertainment,…
DULUTH, Minn. — Local musician Shane Nelson stopped by FOX 21’s morning show Friday to perform some of his original music. Check out the videos and his website for more. Categories: Coffee Conversation, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
DULUTH, Minn. – The owner of Tig’s Smok’n Pig BBQ, Troy Fralich, is helping put on a public benefit for a local woman, Andi Halligan, who is fighting breast cancer. Fralich is donating 100 percent of his food sales to Halligan. The BBQ fundraiser is Sat., Aug. 20 from noon until 3 p.m. in the parking lot of the Harley-Davidson…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Tribute Fest is coming up Aug. 26 and 27 at Bayfront Festival Park. Founder Lou Campbell stopped by the morning show to talk about how the event benefits local veterans through MACV. Categories: Business, Coffee Conversation, Community, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
DULUTH, Minn. — FOX 21’s Dan Hanger and Ken Slama ended up on “Jimmy Kimmel Live” Wednesday night during the opening monologue with guest host Nicole Byer. The clip shows Hanger and Slama bantering about Snoop Dogg’s new cereal line called Snoop Loopz. While there was no cattiness involved, Byer called the funny exchange “the cattiest moment in the history…
