Restaurants Prepare for Minimum Wage Increase
Dollar Increase in Employee Wages Effective Saturday
Beginning Saturday August 1, minimum wage employees across Minnesota will see an increase in their paychecks.
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Cliffs Natural Resources to Temporarily Idle United Taconite
Iron Range Plant to be Temporarily Idled
Cliffs Natural Resources has announced they will be temporarily idling its United Taconite Facility on the Iron Range.
Paper Hog, Inc. Buys Duluth Ruling and Binding
103-Year-Old Businesses Closes its Door
A well-known paper company in Duluth has acquired a century old business.
City Sees $13K in Unpaid Garbage Bills
32 People have not Paid Trash Collection Bills
It’s a trashy problem that’s been going on for more than a decade in Proctor.
Funding Approved to Combat Invasive Species in St. Louis County
Nearly $1M will be Used to Stop Invasive Species
Nearly $1,000,000 from the State Legislature will be used to help combat aquatic species in St. Louis County.
Wisconsin Assembly to Vote on $500 Million Bucks Arena Deal
Legislators Believe Funding will Pass
The Wisconsin state Assembly is scheduled to vote on approving a $500 million financing plan for a new Milwaukee Bucks arena.
Plans Moving Forward to Improve Memorial Park
$500,000 to Revamp West Duluth Park, Brighten Up St. Louis River Corridor
As plans move forward to brighten up the St. Louis River Corridor, 14 parks will be enhanced including Memorial Park on Grand Avenue in West Duluth.
Proposal to Change Process to Determine City Councilors’ Pay
Ordinance Introduced to Have Charter Commission Decide City Councilors Fee
Duluth city councilors are currently paid a flat fee of $833 each month for their service as a member of the council. But Monday night, one city councilor is looking to change the way that fee is determined.
More Minnesotans have health coverage but suits keep rising
The number of Minnesotans who have health insurance is rising but so is the number of state residents struggling to pay their medical bills.
Expiration Date on $1-Million Dollar Reward for Stolen Slippers
Ruby Red Slippers
Time is winding down. An anonymous ‘Wizard of Oz’ fan offering $1-Million dollars for new information about the stolen ruby slippers has announced an expiration date of August 27th.
Jack Link’s to Pay $50,000 to Former Minnesota Employee
Jack Link's to Pay Former Employee Thousands for Sexual Harassment
Beef jerky maker Jack Link’s has agreed to pay $50,000 to a former Minnesota employee because her supervisor made repeated sexual advances toward her.
Highway 210, Jay Cooke State Park Flood Repair Project Underway
$21.3 Million Project to be Final Major Flood Reconstruction Task
Three years later, Duluth is still feeling the effects of the flood of 2012. But Tuesday night, the beginning stages of a project are underway that will finally close that chapter.
Sweet Life in Cloquet
Candy Store Will Special Order
The Sweet Life Candy Shop carries over 200 kinds of candy and chocolates; if they can keep them in stock.
New Development, Businesses Have Ashland Thriving
Recent Activity Has Stimulated Economy, Boosted Morale in City
Spirits are high in Ashland, as new businesses and lots of development have generated optimism throughout the city.
Class Teaches Tips to Save Money While Couponing
Saving Money on a Tight Budget
A free class on couponing could help you stash some cash.
Fond du Lac Band Gets $6M in Federal Broadband Grants
Fond du Lac Band Gets Millions for Broadband
The Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa is getting $6 million in federal grants to improve Internet service on its northeastern Minnesota reservation.
Giant Water Slide in Duluth No More
'Slide the City' Cancelled
Just 10 days before a massive slip n slide was scheduled to hit the streets of Duluth, organizers found out the event has been cancelled.
8th District Schools in Minnesota get More Than $1M
Colleges in Minnesota's 8th District get More Than $1M
U.S. Rep. Rick Nolan Thursday announced more than $1 million in grants from the U.S. Department of Education through the TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) Program for colleges in the Eighth District.
Mayor: Hotel Will Trigger Economic Development
Condos, Retail Development to Break Ground This Summer
A multi-million dollar hotel development along the Tower Harbor is on it’s way to becoming reality.
Ore Trade on the Great Lakes Takes a Dip in June
Ore Trade Drops in June
Shipments of iron ore on the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway totaled 6.2 million tons in June, a decrease of 6 percent compared to May, and nearly 5 percent below the level of a year ago.
Relay for Life of Douglas County Underway
Superior Community Walks for a Cause
Friday night, people of Superior celebrated and honored cancer survivors, as well as remembered those who lost the fight.
Rummage Sale to Raise Funds for Adopting Parents
Two Superior Families Get Community Support to Adopt Children
Two superior families getting ready to adopt newborns hosted a rummage sale Friday to help offset the high costs.
The “Iceman” Invited Back For Another Year
Superior Council Votes to Bring Back Ice Project
Ice and snow might be the last thing on your minds right now but, it’s official! The “Iceman”, Roger Hanson, will be back for another chance to create the world’s largest ice sculpture.
Minnesota Scoops Up Extra $555M in Taxes for the Year
Minnesota Scoops Up More in Tax Collections Than Predicted
Minnesota continues to scoop up more in tax collections than forecasts predicted.
St. Louis County Supports Housing Funds
Grants to Help Fund Affordable Housing
St. Louis County is moving forward with expanding housing development opportunities in the area.
Industrial Park Set to Create New Jobs
New Economic Growth Set for Grand Rapids Area
It has been a project in the works for nearly two decades, expanding the city of Cohasset’s industrial park.
Eveleth Man Wins Jackpot
Eveleth Man Purchases Winning Ticket
John Lund of Eveleth won $26,000 by playing the Lottery’s Northstar Cash® game.
Duluth’s Unfunded Retiree Liability Reduced by $53 Million
Duluth's Unfunded Liability Reduced by Millions
Ten years ago the Minnesota State Auditor predicted Duluth would go bankrupt and the New York Times featured Duluth as a city on the brink because of our massive unfunded liability related to retiree health care.
Tuition to go Up at Minnesota Universities
Tuition to Increase for Students at UMD
Tuition is going up for students at the University of Minnesota this fall.
U.S. – Flag Lakers Have Best May in 7 Years
Best May for U.S. - Flag Lakers in Seven Years
U.S.-flag Great Lakes freighters (lakers) moved 10.8 million tons of dry-bulk cargo in May, their highest total for that month since 2008.
Cook Prepares for Annual Million Dollar Garage Sale
13th Annual Fundraiser For Cook Lion's Club Expects Thousands
The Cook community is getting ready for thousands to pour in for the 13th Annual Million Dollar Garage Sale.
$103 Million Duluth School Budget Approved
Budget Supports Class Size Reduction
Tuesday night, the Duluth School Board members approved the 2016, $103 million budget.
Reports Say U.S. Bank Buys Naming Rights for New Vikings Stadium
U.S. Bank Gets Naming Rights for Vikings Stadium
The Sports Business Daily Journal, is reporting that the new home of the Minnesota Vikings will named by U.S. Bank Stadium.
Minnesota man’s mistake leads to winning poker’s top prize
It’s one thing to outlast hundreds or thousands of poker players to win one of the World Series of Poker’s 68 events and the Las Vegas tournament’s coveted gold bracelet.
Room Tax Bill Would Hurt Small Communities in WI
Cities, Town Keep Up to 30% of Room Tax With Change
Room tax revenues in Wisconsin is currently split almost equally between city budgets and tourism funding.
3 From MN National Guard Indicted in Recruiting Scam
3 Indicted on Wire Fraud Charges from MN National Guard
A nationwide military recruiting scam investigation has led to indictments against two members of the Minnesota National Guard and one former guard member.
Eveleth Cheers Around $71K Bingo Winner
There’s apparently a lot of luck in Eveleth with a grand total of $71,050.64.
Fond-du-Luth Casino’s Shell Begins Transformation
Major renovations at the Fond-du-Luth Casino are becoming visible on Superior Street.
Spirit Mountain Advances in Mountain Biking Contest
Spirit Mountain needs your help wining a nationwide contest.
Payment System Changes in Canal Park to Help People Avoid Tickets
Flat Rate Increase to $3 for Up to 3 Hours
The City of Duluth is working to help people avoid getting ticketed by making a few changes.
MN Bill with $373M in Construction Projects Primed for Votes
Lawmakers Reach Deal on Bill Which Includes Funding for Iron Range Bridge
A public-works borrowing plan contains $373 million worth of construction projects.
Minnesota Restaurant Owners Propose ‘Tipped Employee Tier Policy’
Effort to Create Fair & Equal Workplaces in Minnesota Restaurants
As lawmakers gear up for a special session any day now, the Minnesota Restaurant Association is making a last– minute push to include what’s being called the “Tipped Employee Tier Policy” as part of the Jobs And Energy Bill.
Duluth in Running for $100,000 Grant to Expand Bike Trail
Spirit Mountain in 2nd Place for Bell Helmet Competition
Duluth has been voted one of three finalists in a national competition to receive a $100,000 grant from Bell Helmets to build a new mountain bike trail.
MN Cuts Royalty Rates on Taconite Mined by U.S. Steel
U.S. Steel to Temporarily Pay Less in Royalties for Ore From the Iron Range
U.S. Steel will temporarily pay less in royalties to Minnesota for the ore it extracts from the Iron Range.
Delta Diner Bans Tips, Sets 20% Flat Gratuity Fee
Effort to Create Fair & Equal Workplace For All Employees
No longer are waitresses and waiters at the Delta Diner getting tips. They’re now banned. And those employees are now getting paid at least $15 an hour.
Rock Ridge Apartment Plans Move Forward
Resolution Passed for 16 Year TIF District
Plans for the Rock Ridge apartment project have taken another step forward in becoming a reality.
State Fund to Help Enhance Cloquet’s Core
Residential, Commercial Rehabilitation Top Priorities
Cloquet has been awarded nearly $1 million through the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) to help fund major improvement projects in the area.
Mesabi Nugget Staying Idled Indefinitely
Steel Dynamics Announces Indefinite Idle of MN Operations
Steel Dynamics, Inc. (NASDAQ/GS: STLD) today announced plans to idle its Minnesota iron making operations located in Chisholm and Hoyt Lakes, MN, effective immediately.
Residents Collaborate on Community Garage Sale
One Man's Trash, Another Man's Treasure
Friday, residents of the Duluth Heights neighborhood held a community garage sale to go out with the old and in with the new.
House Majority Leader in Duluth to Discuss Bipartisan Budget
Expresses Frustrations with Governor Dayton's Veto of Education Budget
Minnesota lawmakers are getting ready for a special session after Governor Mark Dayton vetoed the education budget.
