Weekend Spotlight September 1
The 30th Annual Duluth Superior Pride Festival takes place this weekend.
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Knowing Your Neighbors
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Ginos Hunt for the Best Burger Part 2
Traveling Across the Northland to Find the Best Burger
Burgers are one of Americas more iconic foods. Earlier tonight we learned about raising the cattle to get that good quality beef and stopped by one of The Northlands favorite restaurants for some burger samples. Now we continue our search for the best burger around starting off literally in the middle of nowhere.
Gino’s Hunt for the Best Burger Part 1
Traveling Across the Northland to Find the Best Burger
Summer is right around the corner. For many that means prime burger season is nearby. Tonight we have a special report where FOX 21s Gino Recchia Travels across the Northland searching for the best burger around.
Langenbrunner Leads the Lumberjacks
Cloquet's captain leads the team in stats and on the field.
Cloquet’s captain leads the team in stats and on the field.
Special Report: Squatching in the Northland
Passionate Researchers Head Deep Into the North Woods
Members of the Minnesota Bigfoot Research Team go deep into the forest searching for something big.
Softball Brings Thomas Out of Her Shell
Breanna Thomas gets confident and comfortable on the field.
Hermantown junior Breanna Thomas uses softball to overcome shyness.
Marines: Preparing to Serve Part 5
Duluth Native Finds Path in Life through Marine Corps
Graduation from the Marine Corps Recruiting Depot San Diego is a time of celebration and many emotions.
Marines: Preparing to Serve Part 4
Minnesota Recruits Become Marines
The road to becoming a United States Marine is no easy task, but the 54 hours right before the actual ceremony is a make it or break it moment for the young recruits.
Marines: Preparing to Serve Part 3
Minnesota Recruits Speak on Boot Camp
In part three of FOX 21’s Natalie Froistad’s special report, get a glimpse of real boot camp by meeting three Minnesota recruits and a senior drill instructor from Minneapolis.
Marines: Preparing to Serve Part 2
Minnesota Teachers Participate in USMC Boot Camp
Recruits at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego were once students in a high school classroom. Now, they’re learning in a much different setting.
Marines: Preparing to Serve Part 1
Minnesota Teachers Head to California for Boot Camp
The United State Marine Corps annually hosts an Educators Workshop in San Diego, California to show teachers and administrators how becoming a Marine can change a life.
Cunningham is Having a Smooth Transition to College Baseball
Ryan Cunningham is a Virginia High School alumni and now attends UMD
Ryan Cunningham is a freshman pitcher at UMD.
Reinkall Fills Many Roles For Spartans
Justin Reinkall pitches for Superior and is their number three hitter.
“Justin’s not just a pitcher for us, he’s also our number three hitter. Hes got great bat speed, he runs the bases well so he helps us in all areas of our game,” said Don Dembroski, Superior baseball coach.
Natural Methods to Protect Pets During Flea & Tick Season
It’s flea and tick season and there are ways to help protect your pet naturally.
Culbert Reaching New Heights For Senior Season
Jaustin Culbert has won two state championships in high jump
Jaustin Culbert has won two state championships and is looking for a third.
Malec Unfazed By Switch To Outfield
Proctor Senior Jake Malec will attend North Dakota State University next year.
Proctor senior Jake Malec will not only be making the transition to the college game next year but also to the outfield.
Esko Catcher Turns Passion For Game Into Success On The Field
Nick Emanuel is entering his senior season at Esko and will play for North Dakota State next year
Esko’s senior catcher Nick Emanuel is this week’s Northern Star
Animal Answers- Pet Oxygen Masks
The Invisible Fence Brand has been committed to saving the lives of pets since 1973. Within the last 5 years invisible fence has saved an estimated 10,000 pets from fires using pet oxygen masks. In this week’s animal answers. We’ll show you how they’re saving lives right here in the Northland.
Lemenager Excels On The Ice And In The Ring
The Proctor senior will attend Bethel University and play hockey next fall
Amy Lemenager has always been a natural on the ice.
Shelters celebrate National Puppy Day
People all over the country can be found celebrating National Puppy Day today.
Weekend Spotlight: March 18-20
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Washburn Rally Behind Teammate And His Family
Castle Guards Rallied Around Cody Christenson After Brother's Passing
In Washburn, the basketball team is like a family, so when sophomore Cody Christenson’s family fell on hard times, the team was there to support him.
Many gather to read to a dog
Young readers were invited to practice their reading skills while reading to a certified therapy dog.
Rohrbaugh Dives Into Duluth East History Book
Senior was First Duluth East Boys Diver to go to State in 35 years
In this Northern Star we looked outside of the mainstream sports and found Miles Rohrbaugh a Duluth East diver that is making some waves.
Coaching Changes Part 3 – Jen Walter
Spending a Practice with UMD's New Softball Coach
An early season workout for UMD Softball, and Head Coach Jen Walter is doing what she does best, teaching.
Coaching Changes Part 2 – Mandy Pearson
Spendig a Couple Days with UMD's New Women's Basketball Coach
Early on a Thursday morning, while most students at the University of Minnesota Duluth are still sleeping, Mandy Pearson leads the Women’s Basketball team through practice. Though not over, her first season at UMD made a big impact on Pearson.
Coaching Changes Part 1 – Maura Crowell
Spending A Couple Days with UMD's New Women's Hockey Coach
In February, as the University of Minnesota Duluth’s Women’s Hockey team continued battling for playoff position, head coach Maura Crowell, and her assistant Laura Bellamy, are looking even deeper into the future.
Senior Leadership Defines Hermantown
Seniors Thomas Madison and Nick Bostrom lead Hawks' 11 Seniors
Thomas Madison and Nick Bostrom of the Hermantown Hawks basketball team are heading up a group of seniors determined to keep their season alive.
Your Weekend Spotlight
What’s going on in The Northland this weekend.
Motivated Athletes Part Three: Ash Altmann
Altmann Shoulders Pressure For Duluth East
Great players can fumble under the pressure of a big stage and Thursday night Duluth East was on one. Taking the ice against grand rapids for the section finals and it’s win or go home.
Brandon Newman Tackles Tough Transition
Freshman Having Instant Impact
Brandon Newman treats the difficult transition from high school to college basketball just like a lay up.
A Life Lived Off the Grid
Dorothy Molter: More Than Just Root Beer
Looking at a person who lived by her own rules, away from the frills of modern convenience.
Special Report: Living Deaf Part 2
There are many people around the area who are deaf or hard of hearing. It’s a Northland culture that thrives in silence.
Inside The FBI
Do You Have What It Takes To Be A Special Agent
Nestled off First Street in Duluth. You will find an office staffed by the FBI.
Special Report: Living Deaf Part 1
Some of us never think twice when we hear the dreadful alarm blare, forcing us out of bed or the smoke detector sound off for a fire. But there are many individuals around the region thriving without these sounds.
Bremel Stars On The Slopes And At School
Bremel came in fifth in alpine skiing at the Minnesota state meet
Skiing runs in Mckenzie Bremel’s family.”My dad is the assistant coach for the high school team so he kind of got me into racing. He raced in high school when he was younger, so he got me in to it,” Bremel said.
Tiny Towns Part 2: La Pointe
This Tiny Town Is A Big Draw For Tourists
The Northland is made up of all kinds of cities – Big and small. Though La Pointe has only about 250 residents, it is a popular destination for tourists.
Tiny Towns Part 1: Biwabik
Located near the Superior National Forest and the Boundary Waters canoe Area, Biwabik is surrounded by natural beauty and has a mountain town feel.
Special Report: Investigating Energy Drinks
Drinking strong coffee or a caffeinated soda used to be the most popular ways to get a quick energy boost. That all started changing about 15 years ago when the most well known energy drinks started appearing on U.S. markets. Now energy drinks is a multi–billion dollar industry.
Trucker Encourages Healthy Lifestyle, Puts Down Stereotypes
Special Report: Road Warriors Part 2
In a special report, FOX 21’s Natalie Froistad talks with a trucker at Halvor Lines about his lifestyle change.
Halvor Lines Truckers Benefit from Health & Wellness Program
Special Report: Road Warriors Part 1
Truckers at Halvor Lines are taking advantage of a health and wellness program.
Alander Recognized For Leadership and Skill
River Alander Named Finalist For Frank Brimsek Award
Every hockey team needs a leader out on the ice. Someone who can handle pressure when things get tough, lucky for Denfeld they’ve found that in one of their seniors and they aren’t the only one’s taking notice.
Saving Lives Part 2: Heart Doctor, Elderly Patient
Patient Is 102 Years Old
In part two of a special report – “Saving Lives” – FOX 21’s Dan Hanger introduces you to a one-of-a-kind heart doctor in Duluth that recently took a chance on a 102-year-old man.
