Family-imported Archives - Page 4 of 14

Big Business Expected to Follow Tall Ships

Local businesses prepare for crowds.

August 15, 2016

Graham Hakala,

This week Duluth will be invaded by water and land for the Tall Ships Festival and with people filling restaurants and hotels, it’s expected to be a big weekend for businesses in Duluth.

Open House Offered for People Considering Becoming Foster Parents

The Need for Loving Foster Homes in St. Louis County Continues to Grow

August 11, 2016

Brett Scott,

An average of 700 children are in foster care placements on any given day in St. Louis County.

2016 Billings Park Days Festivities Kick-off Friday

Superior's Two Day Festival Begins Friday, With Multiple Activities Planned

August 5, 2016

Brett Scott,

Starting Friday, Billings Park Days in Superior will kick off, with a full weekend of events planned.

Duluth Police Officers Read to Kids

Police Chief Shares His Favorite Book

August 4, 2016

Site Staff,

Duluth Police Chief Mike Tusken took some time out of his day to read one of his favorite stories to some community youngsters.

Kyle Smalley Memorial Car Show Held in Duluth

Spirit Valley Days Kicks Off in Duluth

August 4, 2016

Site Staff,

It’s the kick-off for the Spirit Valley days in West Duluth, and with that comes the Kyle Smalley Memorial Car Show.

Wednesdays Get Wild at Lake Superior Zoo

Animal Answers: Wild Wednesdays

August 3, 2016

Natalie Froistad,

Wednesdays are getting wild at the Lake Superior Zoo!

National Night Out Block Party

Neighborhoods join together to promote awareness, safety, and neighborhood unity

July 29, 2016

Melissa Lentz,

On August 2nd, neighborhood throughout Duluth will be joining forces with thousands of communities nation wide for the 33rd Annual National Night Out Crime and Drug Prevention Event.

Fair Food Access Program Connecting Lincoln Park

Lincoln Park Residents Now Have the Option of Healthier Food

July 28, 2016

Brett Scott,

When it comes to eating fresh fruit and vegetables nearly every day, many Minnesotans never stop to think about how or when they will next eat something so nutritious and beneficial for a healthy lifestyle.

Cooking Connection: Duluth Flower Farm

New Flower Farm Blooming up in the Northland

July 28, 2016

Natalie Froistad,

It’s the time of year when farmer’s markets are in full swing, and many locals who don’t have farms are getting their fruits and veggies local.

Salvation Army Coach Headed to Rio

Salvation Army Program Allows Coach To Travel To Rio

July 28, 2016

Site Staff,

A Duluth Salvation Army basketball coach is gearing up for the trip of a lifetime.

Sights and Sounds of Downtown Duluth Farmer’s Market

Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Available at Farmer's Market

July 27, 2016

Adam Jagunich,

It’s the perfect time of year to enjoy some fresh fruits and vegetables

Second Annual Stand Against Child Abuse Conference Held

The First Witness Child Advocacy Center and Minnesota Children's Alliance join together for this event.

July 26, 2016

Adrienne Robbins,

The First Witness Child Advocacy Center and Minnesota Children’s Alliance join together for this event.

Come and Get a Tasty Treat From Gordy’s Warming House

Gordy's Warming House Offers Coffee and Ice Cream

July 25, 2016

Chelsee Moe,

For many, a perfect way to beat the extreme heat is ice cream.

Hundreds Without Power in Island Lake

High Winds Leave Miles of Power Lines Down

July 25, 2016

Melissa Lentz,

Tuesday night’s storm has left miles of downed power lines and hundreds without power in Island Lake.

New Medical Cannabis Dispensary Opens in Hibbing

Little Girl Using Medical Cannabis to Treat Seizures

July 25, 2016

Lena Takada,

Amelia Weaver has Dravet Syndrome, a catastrophic form of epilepsy, and had her first seizure when she was just 18 months old.

The “Iceman” Will Not Return to Superior

July 25, 2016

Chelsee Moe,

The Superior City Council voted not to renew Roger “The Iceman” Hanson’s contract for a third year.

Local Author Shares Children’s Story

Story Features Northland Landmarks

July 22, 2016

Natalie Froistad,

A local author has finished her first book.

The Great Minnesota Get-Together Brings in New Attractions for 2016

Minnesota State Fair announces new experiences

July 20, 2016

Melissa Lentz,

If you’re planning to head down to the Great Minnesota Get-Together this coming August, you can expect some new sights and experiences.

A Friendly Train is Chugging Toward the Northland

Thomas the Tank Engine Comes to Duluth

July 20, 2016

Natalie Froistad,

A friendly train is chugging into the Northland.

Progress on the Gary New Duluth Recreation Center

Fundraising in Full Force for New Recreation Center

July 19, 2016

Natalie Froistad,

Phase one for the new Gary New Duluth Recreation Center is starting up, and officials involved with the project are looking to fundraise for future expenses.

Bullying Lawsuit Against the Duluth School District

Father claims the school district failed to address bullying and discrimination

July 19, 2016

Site Staff,

In February 2015, a Lincoln Park Middle School student, Tristian Seehus, took his own life after peers relentlessly bullied him.

Public Input for Future Duluth Parks Signage

The planning stages for new signage have begun

July 14, 2016

Melissa Lentz,

The City of Duluth Parks and Recreation is currently in the planning stages of a Gate, Wayfinding, and Trailhead/Orientation Plan.

UMD Hosts Camp “Kidsrock”

Gradeschoolers Gather at UMD to Explore, Create, and Become Active

July 14, 2016

Brett Scott,

Camps across the Northland are now in full swing, keeping kids active and adventurous throughout the summer months.

Minnesota Author, Speaker on Supporting Those with Disabilities

Dealing with Ambiguous Loss

May 11, 2016

Natalie Froistad,

A Minnesota author, speaker and columnist visited FOX 21 Sunrise this morning to talk about her new book and a conference being held in Duluth.

Personal Historian Talks Documenting Life Stories

Personal History Awareness Month

May 3, 2016

Natalie Froistad,

May is personal history awareness month. This morning, a personal historian visited FOX 21 Sunrise to talk about its importance.

Community Celebrates King Elementary Expansion

Phase one ribbon cutting ceremony was paired with the groundbreaking for phase two.

May 3, 2016

Graham Hakala,

Over in Deer River citizens gathered to celebrate phase one of the King Elementary School expansion being complete and break ground on phase two.

Annual YMCA Fun Day Gets Kids Active for Spring

Healthy Kids Day

April 29, 2016

Natalie Froistad,

Healthy Kids Day will be back at the Duluth YMCA this weekend.

Jehovah’s Witnesses gather at the DECC

April 17, 2016

Chelsee Moe,

Thousands of Jehovah’s Witnesses from around the region gathered at the DECC today.

Hermantown Teacher Named Finalist in Minnesota Teacher of the Year

Jill Hansen is one of 11 finalists in the 2016 Minnesota Teacher of the Year program.

April 13, 2016

Graham Hakala,

A Hermantown teacher is being recognized as one of the best in the state.

Itasca County Holds Child Care Town Hall Meeting

April 6, 2016

Andrew Kirov,

The “Greater Than Minnesota” plan is looking to bring child care to rural Minnesota areas.

Smash Mouth will be performing in Duluth

March 30, 2016

Chelsee Moe,

The popular group, Smash Mouth, will be performing at Grandma’s Marathon this year.

Bob Eubanks gave out prizes at the Duluth Home Show

March 30, 2016

Chelsee Moe,

It is the 50th year of the Duluth Home Show and this year, popular TV host and star Bob Eubanks was at the show giving away prizes.

Annual Science Night

March 19, 2016

Chelsee Moe,

Many gathered at Pike Lake elementary for an annual science family night.

A conference for healthy aging

March 11, 2016

Chelsee Moe,

The University of Wisconsin-Superior’s Center for Continuing Education hosted a conference about healthy aging for the 10th year in a row.

March into Mentoring Looks to Recruit 31 Mentors

Mentor Duluth Seeks Volunteers

March 10, 2016

Natalie Froistad,

Mentor Duluth is a program that is going 75 years strong in the Twin Ports.

Many gather for an annual crappie fish tournament

March 6, 2016

Site Staff,

Many gathered in Superior to reel in the biggest crappie fish.

Mono Ski Camp Held at Spirit Mt.

Ski Camp Held at Spirit Mountain

February 26, 2016

Nathaniel LeCapitaine,

The Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute – Northland proudly hosted the 13th annual Great Lake mono-ski, Nordic, and race camp, at Spirit Mountain.

Local Experts Look into Genealogy

History Saturdays at DCHS

February 19, 2016

Natalie Froistad,

History Saturdays are back at the Douglas County Historical Society!

Duluth Children’s Museum Opens Marcus Theatres Exhibit

February 16, 2016

Graham Hakala,

The Duluth Children’s Museum and Marcus Theaters have joined in a unique partnership to get kids learning in a creative way.

Camp Bong: Overnight Camp to Educate Youth

Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center

February 9, 2016

Natalie Froistad,

The Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Society has held day camps for youth in the past, but coming up they’re hosting the first ever Camp Bong.

Ashland Salon Launches ‘Love Yourself Sundays’

February 8, 2016

Raeanna Marnati,

A salon in Ashland is sending a powerful message to kids about loving themselves.

Duluth Airshow to Host USMC Harrier Demo Team

February 3, 2016

Raeanna Marnati,

The United States Marine Corps AV-8B Harrier Demonstration Team will soar into Duluth for this year’s airshow.

Program Connects Homeless to Govt., Health Services

January 30, 2016

Nathaniel LeCapitaine,

It might be easy for you to access healthcare, child care, and other basic services.

World’s Largest Rubber Duck coming to Duluth Tall Ships Festival

January 29, 2016

Raeanna Marnati,

The World’s Largest Rubber Duck will float into Duluth with the Tall Ships this August.

Minnesota State Trooper Rescues Homeless Man from Bitter Cold

January 20, 2016

Raeanna Marnati,

A Minnesota State Trooper may have saved the life of a homeless man by giving him a place to stay in the dangerously cold weather Monday night.

Duluth-based Lion Hotel Group Open’s New Hotel in Bloomington

January 20, 2016

Raeanna Marnati,

Duluth-based Lion Hotel Group opened Minnesota’s first Home2 Suites by Hilton in Bloomington.

Duluth KidsClub Encourages Family Fun within Community

Enchanted Ball-For-All

January 20, 2016

Natalie Froistad,

Find out where you can enjoy an enchanting evening.

Two Northland Cities in the Running for Best Midwest Town

January 20, 2016

Raeanna Marnati,

Two cities in the Northland are in the running for the “Greatest Midwest Town”.

Team Keeping Spirit Alive Despite Potential School Closure

Undefeated Solon Springs Could Make Dist. History

January 19, 2016

Graham Hakala,

The Solon Springs School District has strong community backing, great students and an undefeated basketball team. But that excitement might not be enough in the end because of serious financial concerns.

Wisconsin Committee OKs Hunter Blaze Pink Bill

January 13, 2016

Raeanna Marnati,

A legislative committee has signed off on a bill that would allow gun deer hunters to wear fluorescent pink rather than their traditional blaze orange.