DULUTH, MINN- Lance Todd is a film maker who lives in Duluth. He’s been a professional film maker for 15years, but he’s been making films his whole life. “It was never really a choice. I just, the second I can hold up that camera I was making movies.” Says, Todd. He went to The LA Film School for two years…
DULUTH, MINN- Superior resident Brinn Gordon is a multi-talented individual. During the day, they’re a bank teller. By night, they’re a DJ, rapper, and a drag performer. As a child, their family would either sing in choir or play instruments. They would watch music videos on the Black Entertainment Television and Music Television channels, that’s when they knew there was…
DULUTH, MINN- Brian Gandy, John Hakala, and Adam Mahoney are three close friends from Grand Rapids Minnesota. Their passions for music started as young as seven, they have memories to rocking out to the band Kiss with their families and picking up guitars while coming to the realizations they found their callings. They started off playing songs on Brian’s back…
DULUTH, MINN- Jeremy Dickson is a man of many hats. He’s a retired volunteer firefighter, a local filmmaker, but you may know him as a Twin Ports Ghostbuster. Better known as the man behind the wheel of the Ectomobile. It all started with his love for the 80s movie, Ghostbusters; starring Bill Murry. Dickson says, Ghostbusters was the first movie…
DULTUH, Minn. — Bailey Builds is a community driven space right off of North 56th Avenue in Duluth. They’re known for their impressive art display, or simply a place to get to know some peers. But now, they recently crafted something new for everyone to enjoy. “I know they love community. You know, it’s that’s the whole, the whole idea of…
TWO HARBORS, Minn.– Oftentimes in life, you can get lost trying to figure out different times of hobbies to get into. This was the case for Jadell Cavallin of Two Harbors. When back in 2013, she decided she was going to dabble into gardening. “I loved gardening, mostly because I loved food. And so realized that the best tasting food…
DULUTH, Minn.– Chances are, you’ve probably seen artist Amber Nichols at Lake Superior Art Glass in Canal Park. But now, tables are turning in her favor. And she is now able to grow her passions even more. “Being in that environment, surrounded by beautiful art and artists and creative people really drove me to want to my own place, and…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Tower Avenue in Superior is filled with traffic. And after listening around, one can quickly become overwhelmed with the sounds of everyday life. But since Kindred Heart has opened it’s doors, customers are able to hone in on a peaceful, quiet, and calm atmosphere. “I do astrology, tarot and chakra work. I’m a registered holistic therapist. But…
DULUTH, Minn. — Back in 2015, the now owner of the Great Lakes Academy of Fine Arts noticed a lack of art schools in the area. Jeff Larson stumbled across the St. Peter’s Church, off of West 3rd street in Duluth. “My son was an artist too and when he, together we decided to, that we wanted to open a…
FOND DU LAC RESERVATION, Minn. — Out in the middle of the of the Fond Du Lac Reservation, an idea was brewing for coffee shop owner Jackson Ripley. “We didn’t know what to expect. Neither my wife nor I am actual businesspeople, you know, so we weren’t sure what to expect. The summer was amazing, and people started to ask if…
HAYWARD, Wis. — Coop’s Pizza, down the road from Main Street is known to be a Hayward staple. The restaurant unsurprisingly specializes in pizza, alongside many other things. “So, pizza is our main thing. But then we have pasta and burgers and subs. A great salad bar. Appetizers, if you name it, we probably got it,” said Lora Hills, the…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — You know that feeling when you go home to your parents’ house, and they’ve redecorated? That’s what the owner of El Jefe likely felt returning to his former Bucktails location near Pattison Park. Don’t let the name fool you, El Jefe is so much more than a Mexican restaurant. While the menu does feature some classic Mexican…
DULUTH, Minn. — Free Air Life Co., an outdoor lifestyle store has reopened its doors to a new and bigger space after a 2-year hiatus. Husband and wife Sarah and Justin Steinbach first started the store in 2019. “We had a space down the block in Lincoln Park, and it was very small. Things were going really well for us….
DULUTH, Minn.– Despite this restaurant’s name being a big question there’s no doubt about it, “Chicken and Whaaat?!” is attracting chicken lovers in West Duluth. “My wife has been eagerly anticipating the opening here for a long time so yeah, we had it on the calendar,” said customer Jack Beahler. What used to be Charley’s Cheesesteaks on North Central Ave,…
DULUTH, Minn.– An ambition to travel the world, is something Cloquet writer Jess Waldbillig has felt for years. And just recently, she finally made it happen. “I think like a lot of people who got into the van life thing, I became kind of obsessed with it during college and during quarantine. And so, I like followed a ton of…
DULUTH, Minn.– For the first time in nearly two decades, a bookstore has finally made its way into Superior. “Everyone is so excited. They walk in, and they’re ‘Oh! Thank you for doing this, thank you! We’re so glad to have a bookstore in Superior! And most of them say, ‘Wow this is a great space. It’s so cozy!’” said…
DULUTH, Minn. — Nestled in the Lincoln Park Craft District, The Sleepy Sparrow is eager to open its doors, after a long process of refurbishing the space. “This building is the old VFW building. When I got this space, it was a hot mess. And we had to redo the ceilings, the floors. Everything that you see in here is…
DULUTH, Minn.– You may remember when this space on Superior Street was 7 West, or Bluerock Grill. But now, the building on Superior Street in Duluth welcomed Mediterranean flavors to the table. “I actually moved here a little over a year ago to be closer to family. My husband’s family is in two harbors. And it was my plan to open…
DULUTH, Minn.– A passion for fashion, and an optimism for a bride’s big day led to the opening of Bombshell Bridal at the Miller Hill Mall. “When they walk in from the very moment they walk into bombshell bridal. We want them to feel like they’re in a major market. They’re treated like a king or queen. Whoever is sitting…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– Superior Goats got their start this past summer. Owner Selinda Van Horn got a call to action, when she realized just how difficult plant removal can be. “We’ve been using the goats to clear our own property. And so, we thought well, there are other owners that could benefit this. And there are areas where you can’t get…
BAYFIELD, Wis. — When it comes to fall flavors, pumpkin spice, and of course anything apple comes to mind. Erickson Apple Orchards in Bayfield has honed in on this fall favorite since 1910. “It’s our honor to carry on what our grandparents started. And even my mother to carry on,” said Beth Erickson. With this family, the apple doesn’t fall…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– A story from World War 2 that’s been waiting to be told, is finally being shared. “I was excited. Briana and I have been working on this for quite a long time, as I’ve been bringing things over to her. We’ve been working together to get this done. Both of us thought this was a story that really…
CLOQUET, Minn. — Growing up, you can get into all kinds of sports. Hockey, basketball, and baseball. But what about horseback riding? This ranch is dedicated to spreading the love of all things equine to the area. “They learn to move in and around a horse safely. We have lower keyed camp horses that are very gentle,” said Town Line…
DULUTH, Minn. — A new wave of vacation rentals is making quite the splash in Canal Park. Canal Park, with its lively attractions on the shores of Lake Superior, is home to more than just scenic views and busy streets. On one corner, a couple has taken a space rich in history and given it a modern twist, and it’s…
DULUTH, Minn.– A love for Korean cooking, and a desire to share it with others. That’s what Go Sunhee had in mind when moving to the states from South Korea just under a decade ago. “I love cooking, and my family, my friends loved my cooks,” said owner Go Sunhee. Sunhee’s Little Table started up their food truck a little…
DULUTH, Minn. — “I am originally from Puebla, Mexico. I have a house in Washburn where all the family lives. I thought it was a great location,” said Nestor Tapia. “Me and my family come to Duluth every weekend, so I thought it was a great city to do business.” Being the newest addition to the restaurant game in Downtown…
TWO HARBORS, Minn. — Two Harbors native Jacob Keech says he found motivation to start his own business after his brother taught him how to window clean. Two years ago, with his new skills, previous experience and his brothers Steven and Tyler by his side, Jacob started his own company, called Clear Vue Power Washing. “We clean all exterior surfaces,…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Life is full of ups and downs. And for some people, all they need is a push in the right direction. Especially while living in a comfortable, cozy, home-like environment. That is what Emily Mack is looking to achieve. “Obviously, I see a lot of clients that are struggling with mental health and with substance use. Where…
DULUTH, Minn. — For the past 30 years, one Duluth native has been making a name for herself in the international art community. Last month she brought some of that artistic skill back home for all visitors of Downtown Duluth to see. “I love Duluth and I love Lake Superior. I really wanted to tell my stories, and memories,” said…
ESKO, Minn. — “I love the kids. Ever since having my own kids, I can really see how much love parents have for their children. I try to remember that everyday,” said Rich Mowers, Esko Band Director. And for the past two decades, Rich Mowers has done just that. Holding the role of band director at Esko, Mowers has looked…
DULUTH, Minn. — Tucked away off Superior Street in the Lakeside neighborhood of Duluth, you will find Great Lakes Fly Shop where Owner John Fehnel spends much of his time tying flies. Now, after owning the shop for 25 years, he is ready to retire and spend more of his time on the river. “I’ve always had a passion for…
MOUNTAIN IRON, Minn.– Dating back to 1985, Spring Creek Manufacturing has a long history of providing recreation enthusiasts with the tools they need to have a great day on the water. “Spring Creek Manufacturing was founded in 1985, Ted Newburg wanted a better way to carry canoes and propel canoes and do all those things and so literally out of…
DULUTH, Minn.– The Rainbow Room is a vintage clothing and home goods store that made the move from its former location into a bigger space on West 1st Street. “Our social media presence has grown with the move and also people walking by on the street have been popping in which has been really lovely. This new space downtown is…
A new restaurant has opened up in Lincoln Park that serves a healthier option to the community. Ritual Salad offers salad, bowls and occasionally soup. The owner hopes that your experience there will be a magical one. “There’s a lot of delicious salads and bowls in the area, but there wasn’t just a place that focused on that. And so…
DULUTH, Minn. — The hill that Duluth is built on provides a natural landscape for a variety of downhill sports. Once local shop that has been around for nearly 20 years has been watching and helping two sports in particular grow in popularity. “We carry snowboards, the snowboarding boots, bindings, jackets, snow pants, goggles, helmets, mittens, beanies, you name it,”…
SANDSTONE, Minn. — The Wildcat Sanctuary in Sandstone Minnesota has grown a lot over its 25-year history, but one thing has stayed the same– its mission, which is to provide a safe home for rescue wildcats. It started with an idea and a backyard. the plan was to rescue smaller animals, maybe a few bobcats or lynx. Now, 25 years…
HERMANTOWN, Minn. — There are only so many hours in a day, and one local woman likes to make the most of them as she finds herself giving back to the community through various organizations. Hermantown mom Cyndi Lewis wears many hats throughout her day-to-day life. One is her role as the Director of Development at Duluth’s Salvation Army. “When…
DULUTH, Minn. –It all started with a single dollar and a challenge from a teacher. How can you use that dollar to spread compassion? “In 3rd grade, my teacher gave us $1 and said do something great with it,” said Amelia Hanson, 5th Grade Student. “So, Amelia took that dollar and decided to use it to raise additional money, and…
DULUTH, Minn. — Nathan Bentley, the founder and Mayor of Bentleyville, says, looking back, he never would’ve imagined his creation would grow to today’s size. It all started at his home in Esko Minnesota, after a few years of decorating for passing cars, Bentley decided to make it a walkthrough experience in 2003. “With Bentleyville never actually being a planned…
DULUTH, Minn. — Are you looking for a new lunch spot? In this week’s Knowing Your Neighbor, we take you to LuLu’s Pizza, a family run shop right in the heart of downtown Duluth. LuLu’s offers pizza by the slice at lunchtime Tuesday through Friday, with a dinner service Tuesday through Saturday. Categories: Business, Knowing Your Neighbor, News, News –…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Whether you’re playing the Amsoil or just learning the chords, Morgan Music on Banks Avenue in Superior is here for you. “We employ friendly gear gurus,” said Tal Morgan, owner of Morgan Music. “Noncommissioned. They’re just here to help you on your journey.” Opening their doors in November they’ve already seen a healthy flow of local musicians….
DULUTH, Minn. — Apricot Lane Boutique is a franchise with dozens of stores around the country, but Duluth’s own Apricot Lane is one of a kind. “I hand pick, along with our team all of the merchandise that comes into our store. So, we’re able to change things up really fast, if something doesn’t work for us, we can try…
PROCTOR, Minn. — Every day after school the Proctor High School Drama Club meets to practice their skills and rehearse their upcoming production. With a group of young students, the Drama Club have created their own family. “It is a family, it’s nice to come here and just relax and to have fun and just kind of forget about all…
DULUTH, Minn. — “Dear Mom, Dad. and Annette” That’s how 18-year-old Allen Westerberg began his first letter home. It was the first of what would be more than 900 letters home that he wrote to his parents and sister during his time in the Navy during World War Two. Those letters would turn out to be a treasure trove for…
DULUTH, Minn. — When Kelly Florence and Meg Hafdahl first met, they immediately bonded over their shared love of all things horror. So, seven years ago, the pair decided to start a podcast called Horror Rewind, which has become a huge success. “We realized that every week we’re talking about the latest movies that we watched, latest TV shows, books…
DULUTH, Minn. — In the ‘State of Hockey’, there are few better sounds than those of a game on the rink, and for this team of disabled military veterans, the game means more to them than what they produce on the ice. “The team is great, being around the guys and being there, going out, playing hockey, being there for…
DULUTH, Minn. — After purchasing Lake Superior Brewing back in 2020, Sarah and Seth Maxim chipped away at building their new vision for the brewery now located in the East Lakeside Neighborhood. After nearly three years of renovations and dealing with supply chain issues, Lake Superior Brewing finally started serving beer this summer. “We started brewing in May. We tapped…
POPLAR, Wis. — In this week’s Knowing Your Neighbor segment, we take you to SRX Off-Road Ranch. We meet racers Hannah Johnston, Teegan Metz, Collin Sweeney, and Tucker Olsen, as well as race director Chris Verhel while taking in the days action. The SRX facility has been in operation since 2021, hosting a fall racing series for locals with dirt…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — At just 17 years old, race car driver Matthew Larson has already racked up many memories in his trusty car. This year, Matthews’s car has a new theme which is spreading an important message on and off the track. “My car is themed to suicide awareness and prevention this year, it’s been something on my mind for…
WRENSHALL, Minn. — Two farms in Wrenshall Minnesota have been growing cabbage for a Wisconsin based sauerkraut company for over a decade, and after the previous owners decided to step away from the business, the Minnesota farmers have now taken over the creation side of things as well. “Spirit Creek Farm was an existing business that was run by Andrew…
