Weekend Spotlight: Aug. 11-13
Categories: News, News – Latest News, Weekend Spotlight
Features
Grilling Summer Favorites with Fireplace Corner
Cooking Connection: Fireplace Corner Grills
DULUTH, Minn. – Fireplace Corner in Duluth is known for keeping homes warm, but the business also features several grills. Every Friday and Saturday in the Summer employees grill for customers to show them how the different grills work while eating lunch. In this week’s Cooking Connection, Fireplace Corner Salesman Alan DelVecchio did some grilling with FOX 21’s William Seay….
Great Outdoors: Off Highway Vehicle State Recreation Area
Categories: Features, Great Outdoors
New Developments Help Provide Animal Enrichment
Animal Allies Humane Society in Duluth is Building a New Catio and Dog Recreation Area
DULUTH, Minn. – Stepping outside or lounging on the deck is something we humans take for granted. Now, hundreds of furry friends will soon have the chance to spend more time in the fresh air at Animal Allies Humane Society. “I can’t wait until it’s done, it’s going to be beautiful! I think the cats and kittens are going to…
Thousands of Ship Documents Archived, Available for Public Research
Northland Uncovered: Fraser Shipping Documents
SUPERIOR, Wis. – The shipping industry is a business impacting the entire Northland. About four years ago, Fraser Shipyards donated thousands of ship drawings dating back to the 1890s to UW-Superior for archiving and research. Now, librarians are finishing up that task. “They’re more works of art than anything else,” Senior Project Assistant Dara Fillmore described of the donated documents….
Knowing Your Neighbors: Crapola
Categories: Knowing Your Neighbor, News, News – Latest News
National Lighthouse Day Celebrated at Split Rock
Since 1989, August 7th Is Used to Recognize the Importance of Lighthouses
TWO HARBORS, Minn. – August 7th is National Lighthouse Day, when we pay tribute to the lighthouses along our shorelines. National Lighthouse Day is celebrated to honor the passing of the Lighthouse Act in 1789. That law put lighthouses under federal government control. Since 1989, today’s date has been used to recognize the importance of lighthouses to our country. At…
30 Acts Expected for Bayfront Blues Festival
Coffee Conversation: 29th Annual Bayfront Blues Festival
DULUTH, Minn. – Music will be filling Bayfront Festival Park this weekend for the 29th Annual Bayfront Blues Festival. Cyndee Parsons, the Media Relations Director, says out of the 30 acts expected there will be something for everyone. The festival starts up on Friday, August 11 and runs through Sunday, August 13. Following the performances on the main stages, a…
Thomas the Tank Engine Entertains at the Duluth Depot
More Than 10,000 Visitors Spent Time with the Famous Train This Weekend
DULUTH, Minn. – More than ten thousand people got tickets this weekend to spend time with Thomas the Tank Engine at the Duluth Depot. For the first time, Thomas is joined by his friend Percy. Kids and their parents took twenty minute rides along the Lake Superior shore, and also had a blast with a Thomas themed carnival. “He woke…
New Strategies In Place For Missing Duluth Couple Case
Command Center And Agencies State Wide Are Now On The Case
Saturday August 5th, It was day 8 of the missing Duluth couple Ron and Mary Tarnowski. Saturday hundreds gathered at the Tarnowski home in hopes that a search party would bring them home. “We are not giving up hope. We’re keeping our heads held high, we’re going to be strong, and we’re going to bring mom and dad home. But…
Weekend Spotlight: Aug. 4-6
Categories: News, News – Latest News, Weekend Spotlight
Cooking up a Cuban with The Rambler
Cooking Connection: Food Truck Season
DULUTH, Minn. – August is here and food truck season is well underway in Duluth. One mobile restaurant, The Rambler, has been seen around town and this morning owner Jonathan Reznick cooked with FOX 21’s William Seay. Reznick showed viewers the unique spin The Rambler puts on a classic cuban. The Rambler’s full schedule can be viewed on their website…
The Snake Pit Slithers into FOX 21
In This Week's Animal Answers, The Snake Pit Brings a Few Friends into the FOX 21 Morning Show
DULUTH, Minn. – Established in 1992, The Snake Pit offers educational opportunities for Northlanders to take part in. From birthdays to classrooms or any group event, owners Sarah Glesner and Roger Hill make a dynamic duo sharing knowledge of their pets. In this week’s Animal Answers, Glesner brought in a Western Hog Nose Snake named Foxy. She is used as an education…
Rogue Robot Has Your Gaming Needs
This Weeks Knowing Your Neighbor
Duluth, Minn. Rogue Robot located on 3 S 4th Ave W, has gamers coming back for more. Open from 12p.m.-8p.m. daily you can find all your gaming needs in one spot. Rogue Robot also host game nights for friends to come and play. Check them out on facebook by searching Rogue Robot, Categories: Business, Community, Entertainment, Knowing Your…
Celebrating The Last Two Harbors Kayak Festival & Race
After 20 Years The Two Harbors Kayak Festival Comes To An End
TWO HARBORS, MINN – The Two Harbors Kayak Fest is paddling on to new adventures. This will be the last of the annual fests that have been going on for 20 years. “We are down to 40 racers this year from a high of 120. Sponsorship is down. I think it’s just after 20 years people decide they are going…
All Pints North Brew Fest Packs Bayfront Park
More Than 120 Craft Brewies Showed Off Beers to Five Thousand Attendees
DULUTH, Minn. – Thousands of beer drinkers packed Bayfront Festival Park for this year’s All Pints North Brew Fest. More than one-hundred twenty craft brewies showed off their best brews in Bayfront Park, making Duluth, for a day, the land of ten thousand beers. “I heard there’s something like five hundred and, I don’t know, it would be nice if…
Weekend Spotlight: July 28-30
Categories: News, News – Latest News, Weekend Spotlight
Garlic Cream Fettuccini with Cast Iron Bar and Grill
DULUTH, Minn. – A Duluth bar and grill has a new chef and recently updated its menu. Cast Iron Bar and Grill has kept the staples, but added a few new options as well. Chef Mike from Cast Iron Bar and Grill cooked with the FOX 21 morning crew for this week’s Cooking Connection. FOX 21’s William Seay learned how to…
Special Report: Final Farewells
Rural Northland Towns Struggle to Staff Honor Guards
DULUTH, Minn. – The end of a life can be one of the hardest experiences for a family to get through. The presentation of military honors at a veteran’s funeral can give that last bit of pride to the deceased. Unfortunately, across America, there is a struggle to keep honor guards staffed, and it’s even harder in rural areas. “They…
Animal Answers: Inside the Butterfly House
Visitors to the Lake Superior Zoo will Now be Able to Experience Native Butterflies Up-Close for the Rest of the Summer
DULUTH, Minn. – Starting today, visitors at the Lake Superior Zoo will have the chance to make way through an enclosed exhibit with hundreds of butterflies fluttering around. “Beautiful Butterflies: An Up-Close Experience,” is the Zoo’s newest exhibit, featuring hundreds of butterflies native to the Midwest. “This is a beautiful and fun exhibit, and we’re pleased to bring it to…
Sacred Heart Music Center Organ Restored for First Time in Decades
Northland Uncovered: Organ Restoration
DULUTH, Minn. – Over the past several years Duluthians have raised $40,000 to tune up an historic organ in town. That organ is now being put back together at Sacred Heart Music Center. “It sings; there’s breath that goes through the pipes. It’s the closest to the human voice as any instrument,” said Reverend Dr. David Tryggestad, resident organist at…
Knowing Your Neighbors: Britta Lynn Design Handmade Jewelry
Britta Kauppila creates custom rings, necklaces, and earrings in her Duluth studio
DULUTH, Minn. – The Northland is home to many artists with a variety of different skills. Britta Kauppila is making a career of her talent, working with as a metalsmith. “I love working with my hands,” says Kauppila. “I love to just create things.” On a typical day at her studio inside the Armory Fire Arts Building it’s not uncommon…
Tourists Flood Duluth for Summer Season
Coffee Conversation: Visit Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. – The Summer tourist season is well underway in Duluth and several events have brought thousands to the city already this year. This week several free events, like the Chester Creek Concert Series and Concerts on the Pier at Glensheen, are followed by the annual All Pints North Brewfest in Bayfront Festival Park. Visit Duluth Media Communications Manager…
Special Report: The Science, Madness Behind Potholes
DULUTH, Minn. – It’s the same old problem that plagues the Northland year after year – those tire- eating, car-breaking potholes. In a special report, FOX 21’s Dan Hanger introduces you to MnDOT workers who work tirelessly to prevent and patch our crumbling roads. And you’ll also get an inside look at the science behind this type of never ending…
Spicy Pulled Pork Carnitas with Cast Iron Bar and Grill
Cooking Connection: Sweet and Spicy Appetizer
DULUTH, Minn. – A Duluth bar and grill has a new chef and recently updated its menu. Cast Iron Bar and Grill has kept the staples, but added a few new options as well. Chef Mike from Cast Iron Bar and Grill cooked with the FOX 21 morning crew for this week’s Cooking Connection. FOX 21’s William Seay learned how…
Community Forum Raises Opioid Awareness In St. Louis County
Some Call It An Epidemic
Hibbing, Minn. The Hibbing community is doing their part to combat the opioid and meth problem in St. Louis County. Hundreds came out to hear from multiple agencies that deal with the problem head on. A panel consisting of representatives from St. Louis county public health, local law enforcement, attorney’s and even addiction survivors were on hand tonight. The panel…
Surviving The Boundary Waters Severe Weather
Meteorologist Brittney Merlot Takes Us Deep Into The Vast Wilderness When The Weather Turns Severe.
Meteorologist Brittney Merlot takes us back into some remote Boundary Waters locations that were in the direct path of severe weather. While talking to two survivors of the 1999 and 2016 blow down that brought 70-80mph winds through the wilderness and how they survived. “On my way to the lake a very large trees went over and it went over…
Summer Training with Endurance Kennels
Summer Conditioning with Sprint Sled Dogs Before Snow Starts to Fall
DULUTH, Minn. – We’re still months away from popular sled dog marathons such as John Beargrease and the Iditarod, but it doesn’t mean time off for the animal athletes. “They’re athletes, they’re extreme athletes,” said Tone Coughlin, Owner of Endurance Kennels. With any sports, many say practice makes perfect. “There’s nothing more that they like to do than run with…
Inside the Boundary Waters
Meteorologist Brittney Merlot Takes Us Deep Into The Vast Wilderness To Prepare For All Types Of Weather.
The vast wilderness of the Boundary Waters is in our backyard with thousands of visitors a year. It has the highest point in Minnesota and some of the oldest rock on Earth. But what about the weather when you head into the wilderness? How can you prepare? Our very own Meteorologist Brittney Merlot recently spent a lot of time in…
Great Outdoors: Lake Superior Sea Kayaking
Guided Trips All Around the Lake Offer Many Chances to Give Sea Kayaking a Try
BAYFIELD, Wis. – What better way to get outside than paddling in a boat just inches above the world’s biggest freshwater lake? In this week’s Great Outdoors, we take you sea kayaking on Lake Superior. “Kayaking is just a really neat adventure with getting to actually use your own body to propel yourself across the water,” says sea kayaker Molly…
Newly Restored Dome Car Gives Unique View on North Shore Scenic Railroad
Northland Uncovered: Silver Club Dome Car
DULUTH, Minn. – It’s a common occurance to see the North Shore Scenic Railroad trains chugging along the tracks in Summer months. This year, a new dome car was added to that train. “247 of these cars were eventually built with the dome on the top for seating and they became exceedingly popular,” said Ken Buehler, Executive Director for the…
Knowing Your Neighbors: Joe Jitters
MOOSE LAKE, Minn. — Sometimes all it takes to bring a town together in a place to gather; like a bar or a café. One coffee shop in Moose Lake has been doing just that for years. If it’s time for your morning coffee, and you’re in Moose Lake, Joe Jitters might just be your choice. “It’s very relaxed and…
Annual Ice Cream Social Supports Historical Museums
SUPERIOR, Wis. – This weeks is your chance to head over to Superior to enjoy Fairlawn Mansion like it used to be. Superior Public Museums officials are hosting the annual ice cream social. There will food, carriage rides, games, a cake walk and free group tours of the mansion. There will also be live music by the Fractals at 7:00…
St. Louis River Alliance Celebrates River Restoration Funding
DULUTH, Minn. – In May the Minnesota Legislature passed their $988 million bonding bill Among the projects included in the bill is $25.4 million in funding for the St. Louis River Estuary Restoration Project. These funds will trigger $47.2 million in federal funds made available through the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative to accelerate the cleanup efforts of the St. Louis…
Local Doctor Speaks on Benefits of Physical Therapy
Active Adventures: In Motion Therapy
DULUTH, Minn. – Through many different instances, one can become injured. A local doctor is looking to educate those injured about proper healing methods. For some, an injury could be so serious they require surgery, but according to Annita Winkels, DPT, for others, physical therapy is the answer. Dr. Winkels, Founder of In Motion Therapy says the goal is to…
Weekend Spotlight: July 14-16
Categories: Entertainment, News, News – Latest News, Weekend Spotlight
Wine Tasting in Mendoza, Argentina
Foley Family Wines Travels to Argentina
MENDOZA, Argentina – You may remember a wine specialist featured on FOX 21 previously. Marc Carrigan, Regional Sales Manager of Foley Family Wines, has held wine tastings on FOX 21 Local News at 7 several times. Carrigan recently traveled to Argentina for work and sent back information on how wine is grown there. Carrigan spoke with the wine maker for…
Summer Pet Apparel with A Place for Fido
Local Pet Store Offers Summer Safety Tips for Your Furry Friends
DULUTH, Minn. – In this week’s Animal Answers, we’re tackling summertime apparel for your pets. It’s something many of us often forget about when in the water, on the sidewalk or even lounging at home. “Animals can sense the drop of the barometric pressure and we don’t even feel it,” said Ben Parents, Co-owner of A Place for Fido. Thunderstorms…
Great Outdoors: Minnesota Whitewater Rafting
Class Two and Three Rapids On The St. Louis River
Cloquet, Minn. For trips on the St. Louis River please follow the following link. https://minnesotawhitewater.com/ Categories: Knowing Your Neighbor, News, News – Latest News
Minnesota’s Oldest Craft Co-op Celebrates 45 Years
Northland Uncovered: Northwoods Pioneer Gallery and Gifts
CASTLE DANGER, Minn. – In a little shop along the North Shore dozens of Northland artists and crafters display their passions. “There are some forms that are kind of lost. Like, we have a lady that does tatting. Most people don’t even know what tatting is,” said Mabel Tarlton, President of the Board for Northwoods Pioneer Gallery and Gifts. Northwoods…
New Café Brings Year-Round Jobs, Revitalization to Gary New Duluth
The Trophy Café is locally owned and operated by Mont du Lac Resort
GARY NEW DULUTH, Minn. – Gary New Duluth has lived through decades of history. Buildings have changed ownership and new beginnings have come and gone. Now, one local resort is expanding into the neighborhood, inviting you to stop by for a fresh home cooked meal. “When you make an order, a chef in the back is going to make it…
NRRI Receives Recurring Funding
Coffee Conversation: Natural Resources Research Institute
DULUTH, Minn. – It’s big news and big funding for the Natural Resources Research Institute. The institute was granted an additional $2 million in recurring funding from the Minnesota State Legislature. This almost doubles the previous state funding they were receiving and was the first funding increase since the 1980s. According to June Breneman, External Affairs Manager for the NRRI,…
Weekend Spotlight: July 7-9
Categories: Entertainment, News, News – Latest News, Weekend Spotlight
Special Report: Exploring Shipwrecks
DULUTH, Minn. – The Northland is known for its natural beauty, but there’s one kind of wilderness that — to this day — remains a huge mystery. Lake Superior is a huge part of our lives here, but what lies below the surface is rarely seen. In a special report, FOX 21’s Nikki Davidson is following a crew tasked with…
Bird Tests Positive for West Nile Virus in Washburn County
WASHBURN COUNTY, Wis. – A dead raven has tested positive for West Nile Virus in Washburn County, according to the Washburn County Health Department. West Nile virus is spread to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito, which acquire the virus by feeding on infected birds. “Finding the virus in birds indicates that West Nile virus may be present…
Applebee’s: Big and Bold for the Summer
Cooking Connection: Grilling Favorites with Applebee's
DULUTH, Minn. – The Northland is beginning to feel the heat of Summer and many people are also heating up their grills. Applebee’s is doing just that as well. The restaurant has introduced its new Big and Bold Grill Combos at its locations throughout Minnesota and Wisconsin. The New Big and Bold Grill Combos include: Grilled Shrimp Skewer with lemon…
Canal Bark Expanding to Michigan Street Location
Locally Owned Canal Bark will be Opening a Facility for Dogs Early Fall of 2017
DULUTH, Minn. – Canal Bark is set to open their second location in Fall 2017. The local company will be expanding to a second location in the heart of downtown Duluth. Located at 211 West Michigan Street, the downtown location will offer day care and training opportunities, making caring for pets easier for downtown residents and workers. The new spot will…
New Fairlawn Exhibit Features Servants’ Quarters
The Fairlawn Mansion in Superior Will Now Host Tours of the Servants' Quarters
SUPERIOR, Wisc. – Most Northlanders have heard the name Martin Pattison and understand the incredible impact he had on the City of Superior any beyond. But what about another group of about a dozen who lived at his mansion as well? In this week’s Northland Uncovered, we learn a little about them and the new way they’re being honored on…
Knowing Your Neighbors: Fine Edge Custom Framing
Virginia Business Can Add a Special Frame to Any Piece
VIRGINIA, Minn. – A custom frame can add a special finishing touch to any display in your home. In this week’s Knowing Your Neighbors, we take you to Fine Edge Custom Framing in Virginia, where they specialize in giving an edge to your favorite piece. “We do custom framing of all types of artwork, collectibles, jerseys, clothing, anything that you…
Movies in the Park to Start Friday
It's Going to be a Wild Summer at Movies in the Park, Hosted by the Greater Downtown Council
DULUTH, Minn. -The Greater Downtown Council along with other fine sponsors are excited to invite the community to Leif Erikson Park for the 2017 Movies in the Park series. Every Friday evening from July 7 to August 4, gather the family and head to the park for free featured films. Darlene Marshall with the Greater Downtown Council stopped by FOX 21 to chat with…
