DULUTH, Minn. — Jonathan Thunder is an artist who focuses on many different forms of art, from painting to animation. Recently he put his focus on creating a large mural, which covers the entire side of the Zenith Bookstore. It is his first mural of the size and it is finally completed. “When I started thinking about doing this mural,…
HOYT LAKES, Minn. — The Hoyt Lakes Water Carnival is set to return (Thurs. July 20 – Sun. July 23) for its 68th season. Organizers Nikki Swanson and Cherie Grams, along with Miss Hoyt Lakes Queen Kara Swanson, joined FOX21 on the morning newscast to talk about this years event. Admission is $10 for the entire weekend. Ages 12 and…
DULUTH, Minn. — The 17th Annual Bayfront Reggae & World Music Festival is returning Sat. July 15 to Bayfront Festival Park in Duluth. Janna Dreher with the Bayfront Reggae & World Music Festival along with Performer Luciano from Jamaica joined FOX21 on the morning newscast to talk about the event and its purpose. Luciano gave a live in-studio performance. For…
DULUTH, Minn. — On Wed. July 12, Dr. Addie Vittorio from St. Luke’s Mt. Royal Medical Clinic weighed in on the topic of summer scheduling and routine benefits for kids. Part 1. Part 2. Categories: Coffee Conversation, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
ELY, Minn. — Veterans on the Lake will host the Spiritwood Foundation’s first-ever Concert and 40th Anniversary of Veterans on the Lake Sat. July 15 starting at 7:00 pm. The event, ‘Under The Big Top,’ features the musical talent of Monroe Crossing, Ely Ledgerockin’ Chorus, Pat and Donna Surface by 7-time Minnesota State Fiddle Champion Mary LaPlant, Marina Whight, and Butch Schmidt….
DULUTH, Minn. — Saunas, which are steam baths that come from Finland are not just places to relax, but they also can help improve mental and physical wellbeing. Cedar and Stone Nordic Sauna offer many ways to reduce stress and anxiety through saunas. “Cedar and Stone is a stress relieve company, we just help people destroy stress and anxiety all…
TWO HARBORS, MINN. – There are countless reasons to head up the North Shore, and Two Harbor SHeritage Days is certainly one of them. The streets and sidewalks were filled with people out enjoying a Friday in July. There was a mix of street vendors, and various booths and displays. You couldn’t walk far without seeing something to eat, or…
DULUTH, Minn — As we know, the pandemic disrupted “normal” living for everyone, but one group in Duluth is working on a new project to help people overcome social isolation post-pandemic, specifically, aging individuals and/or those living with disability, Social Worker Jessica Marquardt with Lighthouse Center for Vital Living, a disability/aging non-profit, joined FOX21 on the morning newscast to talk…
WRENSHALL, Minn. — The Food Farm in Wrenshall has been a staple in the Northland since 1975 and is home to a system that gets fresh and local food directly into the community. “The core of the way we operate is we grow a wide variety of vegetables and then send that direct to families all summer long,” said Owner,…
COOK COUNTY, Minn. — FOX21 explored Cook County throughout this past waterfalls season, but wanted to dive deeper into the many natural attractions the North Shore has in the heart of summer. Visit Cook County Executive Director Linda Jurek joined FOX21 on the morning newscast to talk about Cook County and its current happenings. Being that the area is stomping…
GORDON, WI. — The town is gearing up to hold its annual 4th of July Celebration filled with a range of festivities, including its largest fireworks display yet. Good Neighbor Days Chair Erik Finstad joined FOX21 on the morning newscast to talk about the many events taking place on Sat, July 1 and Sun, July 2. Finstad also talking about…
DULUTH, Minn. — On the morning show Friday, Essentia Health Pediatrician Dr. Marit Knutson sat down live with FOX21 to talk about the importance of summer schedules for kids and how they benefit from some level of structure. Knutson discussed the things parents can do to help implement structure within a flexible summer schedule for their kids, all the while navigating…
DULUTH, Minn. — Farmer Doug and Duluth Flower Farm are teaming up to host a Peony Farm Tour and Tasting event on Sun, June 25 at 3361 Lindahl Road, Duluth, MN. Attendees will be able to tour the peony gardens, get expert advice, taste wine, shop at local crafters tents, purchase peony bouquets, buy peony plants and more. $10 admission…
SUPERIOR, WI — For the second year, Superior is hosting Make Music Day; a global music celebration that happens on the summer solstice each year to bring people of all ages and skill levels together to make music. The event is put on with the help of Siggy’s Musical Garden Incorporated, a non-profit that’s all about supporting the local music…
DULUTH, Minn. — A free community presentation is set to take place for those battling cancer or who have a loved one on a cancer journey. “Navigating Cancer; Get to Know the Care Team” is taking place at the St. Louis County Depot on Tuesday, June 27 at 5:30 pm. On Tuesday, St. Luke’s Oncologist Dr. Anna Perelshteyn joined FOX21…
CLOQUET, Minn. –There’s a new food truck in the Northland and it’s bringing some home cooked meals on wheels to the Cloquet area. Junior’s backyard grill had their grand opening June 13th, and it came after a long time in the making. The team originally planned on opening a traditional restaurant, but eventually found themselves running one on wheels. “It’s…
ELY, MINN. — First responders and law enforcement responded to a motorcycle crash just north of Ely on Friday. The 65-year-old driver reported that he lost control of the bike while he was trying to make a turn. The man was taken by ambulance to Bloomenseon Community Hospital before being transported to a Duluth hospital. While authorities were investigating that…
Something that always goes well before twenty-six miles of running, is twenty-six miles of spaghetti noodles. Visitors could start slurping their noodles and sauce at the DECC beginning at eleven Friday morning. There are many traditions associated with Grandma’s, and the pasta feed is just one of them. Meaghan Burns and her husband from Lino Lakes will be running. This…
DULUTH, Minn. — Runner, Author, and Activist Alison Mariella Désir made the trek to Duluth from Seattle this weekend for Grandma’s Marathon, but her mission here runs much deeper than the physical race. Her book, ‘Running While Black’, is one avenue she’s used to shed light on people not traditionally included in the world of running. Désir joined FOX21 on…
LUTSEN, Minn. — Now that summer weather is here and the kids are out of school, the North Shore is starting to see more visitors. We recently stopped at Cascade River State Park and met a few people from across the country. “It’s amazing. Absolutely breathtaking. Beautiful. I haven’t seen anything like it,” said park visitor Benjamin Boucherle. The reputation…
DULUTH, Minn. — The heart of summer is on the horizon and many are itching to stay busy and fend off any summer boredom. The Gary New Duluth Recreation Area functions as a catalyst for community members of all ages to engage in programming, entertainment, exercise, group events, and more. ISD 709 Principal Nathan Glockle joined FOX21 on the morning…
DULUTH, Minn. — As schools let out for the summer, some parents look to bridge the learning gap that many kids experience while on break; the library can be a a great, free option to assist with that. Duluth Library Services Supervisor Brianna Belanger joined FOX21 on the morning newscast to talk about a range of programs and learning opportunities…
ClOQUET, Minn. –After creating artwork since a young age, artist Adam Swanson started taking his painting seriously while in college. Then 14 years ago he made the move to the northland to focus on his craft. “I like painting tons of stuff, but I really do like natural things, I like painting things so most of my work is representational…
SCHROEDER, Minn — If you are looking for a place to camp this summer, there is enough to do and see at Temperance River State Park to keep you busy for a few days. On the other hand, if you are just passing through and looking for somewhere to stop for an hour, there is still plenty to satisfy your…
DULUTH, Minn. — The act of breathing is a natural process of the human body, but implementing diaphragmatic breathing with a focus on deep, controlled breaths, can help relax the mind and body in times of tension or crisis. Owner and Coach at Klear Water Coaching & Wellness Stacy Crawford joined FOX21 on the morning newscast to talk more about…
DULUTH, Minn. — Local Musician Rafe Carlson is back in the Northland, after spending time in Nashville for the past several months furthering his career in music. He’s set to take the stage at multiple venues across the region as part of his June tour. Carlson joined FOX21 on the morning newscast to talk about his time in Nashville and…
DULUTH, Minn. — The deep sea of social media is vast and ever-evolving; and as experts report, it continues to impact the mental health of kids and teens. This leaving parents with one question: what to do next? Boundary-setting, balance, & mindfulness are potent to manage and combat the negative effects technology can have on its users, according to Licensed…
DULUTH, Minn. — As the 2023 school year comes to a close, kids are gearing up for summer break. However, most parents continue working through the summer months, and some families turn to youth programming options to help keep kids entertained, engaged, and in a structured environment at little-to-no costs. The Family Freedom Center / Neighborhood Youth Services is a…
SAGINAW, Minn. — A+ Garden Center has provided the Northland with fresh grown plants, flowers and crops since 2008, and this spring the family owned business is seeing an increase in customers after a large expansion. “The garden center of course has been our customer’s favorite, we went from 4,000 square feet, to 13,000 square feet of retail space, and now…
SILVER BAY, Minn. — After a long winter with several areas seeing record snowfall, there was plenty of snow to keep the waterfalls roaring this spring. With the spring melt over, rivers are now relying on other sources to fuel the waterfalls. We recently ventured up to Tettegouche State Park where some of the last remaining snow in the Northland…
DULUTH, Minn. — In this week’s Connecting Principles segment, we take a look at the increased trend of mental health effects post-pandemic on students and staff. Being an educator goes beyond just teaching academics. Educators play a vital role in student development and, right now, there’s a heightened need to connect and address student social, emotional, and behavioral needs post-pandemic….
DULUTH, Minn. — Chester Bowl is looking to expand and renovate its outdated Thom Storm Chalet by raising funds through the “Growing Up Chester” campaign. Chester Bowl exists to build community by helping people recreate outside in Chester Park. The Thom Storm Chalet is one of the necessary tools to put this mission into action. Unfortunately, the Chalet is outdated…
SUPERIOR, WI. — A flag retirement event will be held on June 10 at the Richard I. Bong Veteran’s Memorial Center featuring a flag exhibit, flag education, and a flag burning ceremony. The event will be hosted by the Lake Superior Chapter-Daughters of the American Revolution and the American Legion Post #435. Group leaders, Mary Houk and Glen Erickson, joined…
DULUTH, Minn. — EarthKry, a reggae band from Kingston, Jamaica, stopped by Duluth to perform while on their international “Dandy Shandy Tour.” Keyboard Player Philip Mcfarlane and Vocalist/Guitarist Aldayne Haughton stopped by the morning newscast to talk about reggae music and its impact. The Bayfront Reggae & World Music Festival 2023 is coming to Duluth Saturday, July 15 2023. Categories: Coffee…
DULUTH / HIBBING, Minn. — In honor of Minnesota born-and-raised Novel prize winner Bob Dylan, the 2023 Duluth Dylan Festival is set to return to Duluth and Hibbing on Saturday, May 20 through Sunday, May 28. Festival Volunteer Laura Whitney joined FOX21 on the morning newscast to talk about the event + Bob Dylan’s impact. The festival will feature a…
DULUTH, Minn. — After a five-year hiatus, the Duluth Denfeld High School Theater Dept. is back in the limelight; presenting a rendition of the classic musical “Chicago” (May 18-20.) Cast members Reagan Kern (Roxie) and Madi Watts (Velma) joined FOX21 on the morning newscast to talk about the departments renewed momentum + the upcoming performance. The storyline of Chicago is…
DULUTH, Minn. — After 14 years, the Northland Honor Flight is still remembering and honoring the sacrifice of veterans by bringing them on a meaningful journey to the nation’s Capital. 93 veterans along with family members and volunteers left from the Duluth Airport and traveled to Washington D.C Saturday May 13 to visit memorials dedicated to their service. “Everything was…
There was no shortage of gowns, tassels and mortar boards Monday at the DECC’s Symphony Hall. It was a day for students from Lake Superior College to celebrate and go through their commencement ceremonies. Almost eight hundred students graduated. Their accomplishments included certificates, diplomas and associate degrees. Their studies covered 67 different program areas. The emotions included a mixed bag…
DULUTH, Minn. — The 2023 Leadership Duluth class has launched an area-wide campaign called “just breathe 988” to bring awareness to the new nation-wide 988 suicide and crisis lifeline. Campaign Leader Jerry Thoreson and Klear Water Coaching & Wellness Owner Stacy Crawford joined FOX21 on the morning newscast to talk about the campaign and its mission. Thoreson says, the goal…
DULUTH, Minn. — The day for celebrating and showing love for your mom is coming up on Sunday. Many restaurants across the region are getting ready for their Mother’s Day Buffet. One of those is Howard’s Que in Lincoln Park. Friday, owner Howard Ross and his crew were fine-tuning things for another year. He gets a lot of joy seeing…
This week for Fox Along the North Shore: Waterfalls and More, Fox21 Meteorologist Ken Slama was at the falls and river at Lester Park with photographer Joe Polecheck. They talked about tips and advice on how to photograph waterfalls. There are dozens of waterfalls to choose from. Starting in Duluth and heading all the way to the northeastern tip of…
ESKO, Minn.- In baseball everything starts at home. and in the Haugen household two brothers and their father get to share their love of the game, all on the same Diamond. “Kind of have a built-in friend, I guess, as your brother. You come to the field together, go play catch together. If we’re at home we can say, ‘let’s…
Minn. — In this week’s Connecting Principles segment, we checked in with Minnesota-based Dr. Jack Stotlzfus to discuss what constitutes the healthy launch of a young adult transitioning out of the home. Stoltzfus connects the principles of purposeful parenting, whereupon parents can purposefully prepare their kids to enter into adulthood. Take a listen. For more information, resources, or to read…
DULUTH, Minn. — While Mother’s Day quickly approaches, the entire month of May is dedicated toward Maternal Mental Health Awareness. FOX21 caught up with a local Perinatal Mental Health Specialist to talk about matrescence — or the physical, mental, emotional, and social transitions a person goes through when becoming a mother. The term matrescence was first coined by Dana Raphael…
Brule, Wis. — When you think of art, you probably don’t think of automata. But these detail pieces are interactive mechanical sculptures that originate from clock makers hundreds of years ago. One Wisconsin sculptor has perfected making automata almost entirely out of wood, with the help of very few metal parts. Cecilia Schiller had been creating automata for nearly 15…
CLOQUET, Minn. — Zion Lutheran’s New Wine Ministries group presents a classical rendition of “The Sound Of Music.” The performance is held to raise funds for the groups annual tour, this year to Washington D.C., in June. Group members Ben Meysembourg and Rebecca Nyberg joined FOX21 on the morning newscast Wednesday to talk about the upcoming showcase. Meysembourg gave a…
GARY NEW DULUTH, Minn.–The Gary New Duluth community could not wait to celebrate the coming of spring Monday. Part of the celebration included a great meal as a way to acknowledge everyone who has worked so hard to make a skateboard park a reality. “It is so important to get everybody together for something like this. So many of the…
DULUTH, Minn. — The 9th annual Bike Duluth Festival will return to Spirit Mountain this summer (2023) at an earlier date, July 7 – 9. The festival draws in hundreds of mountain bikers of all skill levels for three days of races, non-competitive ride events, bike and equipment demonstrations, and family activities. Bike Duluth Chairperson Jeremy Jeannette joined FOX21 on the…
DULUTH, Minn. — In this week’s Knowing Your Neighbors we’re talking to a sports card dealer from Duluth, giving us a look at what it’s all about. Categories: Business, Knowing Your Neighbor, News, News – Latest News
TWO HARBORS, Minn — There are eight state parks spread out along the scenic North Shore. One landmark in particular started to gain popularity among tourists during the 1920s. Then, in 1937, Gooseberry Falls became the first designated state park along the North Shore. Nearly 100 years later, Gooseberry Falls remains a popular stop along the shore as we wake…
