Blues Fest Wraps Up
Weather Affects Attendance at Music Festival
Rain and cloud cover did keep some people away Friday and Saturday, but the park was full for the final day, Sunday.
Life-imported
KYN: Superior Beads
In this week’s Knowing Your Neighbors, we take you to a place in Duluth that sells a decorative object in every color, shape and size.
Greater Downtown Council Donates $10,000 to Duluth
Money Will Fund Bike Lane Study
The Greater Downtown Council is donating $10,000 to the City of Duluth to fund a study on the feasibility of a permanent bike lane on Michigan St.
Community Action Duluth Greenhouse
Deep Winter Greenhouse to Provide Fresh Produce
The city is planning to turn the lot into a greenhouse and community garden
Duluth Sister Cities International
Hosting Exchange Students from Japan
A group of young international travelers have arrived in the Northland.
Students Learn to Paint the Outdoors
A local art studio taught kids how to bring their creativity to the outdoors.
Swap Meet and Car Show in Proctor
“Anything that you need you can probably find here,” North Land Wheels Chapter Studebaker Drivers Club vice president Jim Van Dell said.
Superior Summerfest Attracts Hundreds
Family-Fun Brings the Crowds to Superior
Tis’ the season for summer celebrations and Saturday it was Superior’s turn to step up to the plate, hosting Summerfest.
Local Bakery Holds Grand Opening
Lake Superior Bakehouse
It’s been months in the making, and this Saturday Lake Superior Bakehouse held its grand opening.
Kayakers Race on Lake Superior
“On a foggy day like this I’ll just try to stay with the group so we don’t get lost at sea,” said John Thompson of St. Louis Park, Minnesota.
Run Like an Animal
Locals and tourists go there to see live animals up close, but this weekend it was an athlete’s playground.
Storms Bring Right Amount of Rainfall to Farmers
Rain Helps Crops Grow in the Twin Ports
Recent rain in the Northland has come as a relief for farmers and their crops.
U.S. Senator Addresses Concerned Veterans
Concerns Heard at Veterans Town Hall in Superior
“Every Friday morning we raise flag at the Bong Center,” American Legion Richard I. Bong Post 435 commander Del Kanjas said.
Spirit Mountain to Ask For $300,000 at Monday’s City Council Meeting
City Asked for More Funding to Help Spirit Mountain
Spirit Mountain’s Executive Director, Brandy Ream, is asking the City of Duluth for more money for the troubled tourist destination.
164th Wisconsin State Fair Opens
11-Day Celebration Underway in Wisconsin
The State Fair has opened its 11-day celebration of Wisconsin agriculture with competition in everything from the finest miniature donkey to the tastiest pie.
Keeping Northland Farm Dogs Tick-Free
Lyme Disease A Growing Concern Among Farm Dogs & Owners
Dogs across the country are always at risk for tickborne diseases, but doctors say here in the Northland, the chances are extremely high.
Experts: Lingering Flu Could Increase Northland Egg Prices
Bird Flu Could Cause an Increase in Egg Prices in the Northland
The massive bird flu outbreak has forced egg producers to spike their prices.
Creatures at the Duluth Library
Lake Superior Zoo brings Animals to the Library
A popular event is back at the Duluth Public Library.
Local Coffee Shop Displays Maritime Exhibit
Duluth Coffee Shop Displays Exhibit on Ships
A local eatery is serving up something that’s pleasing to the eye.
13th Annual Twin Ports Lighthouse Days
Lighthouse Days Celebrated in the Twin Ports
The next few days will be dedicated to celebrating a big draw in Canal Park and the Twin Ports.
Local Emergency Sex Trafficking Fund Low
Funds Low for Sex Trafficking Advocates in the Twin Ports
Advocates say Minnesota is making great strides with sex trafficking but when victims turn 18 there are not as many resources for them.
With First Debate, GOP Looks to Narrow Vast Candidate Field
Republican Presidential Candidates to Meet in Prime-Debate
For the Republican Party, the narrowing of that vast field of presidential hopefuls begins in earnest Thursday with the first debate of the 2016 campaign.
Duluth Tourism Numbers Up Drastic 11.6%
City on Track for Another Record Summer, Potentially Record Year
The numbers don’t lie – tourists are flocking to Duluth like never before! And they are sleeping, eating, and drinking just as much, which means dollar signs!
Spirit Valley Days Returns to West Duluth
Five Day Festival Celebrates Live in West Duluth
The five day festival is a summer tradition on the west side of Duluth, and includes a parade, concerts, and the Miss West Duluth Pageant.
St. Luke’s Unveils New Expansion
$22.5 Million Expansion Revealed in Duluth
Hundreds of people came out to see the $22.5 million dollar surgical and procedural care expansion at 1012 East Second Street.
Superior Savings to Build Twin Ports First QwikBank
Standalone ATM Will Provide Traditional Teller Services 24 Hours a Day
Superior Savings Bank is building a new location on Tower Ave.
UMD Students Create Eco-friendly Concrete
Students in Duluth Create Eco-friendly Concrete
A local campus has developed a new product to help them decrease their carbon footprint.
First All Women’s Sailing Crew Makes History
Lake Superior Race Ends & Makes History
The first all-female crew in a more than 20 year old sailboat race crossed the finish line Wednesday.
Annual Canoe Trip Educates Northlanders
Canoe & Kayak Tour with St. Louis River Alliance
Find out all you need to know about the Canoe & Kayak Tour with the St. Louis River Alliance.
Keeping Pets Safe and Healthy in Warm Weather
Animal Answers: Pets in Hot Weather
The heat that comes with summer could make for an overheated pup.
Great Outdoors: Whitewater Rafting the St. Louis River
A Wet and Wild Trip down a Local River
If you’re an adrenaline junkie you may have already heard of Swiftwater Adventures in Cloquet.
Special Report: Creating a Tiny House Village
The Sanctuary Event Center looks to Built a Tiny House Village
On the outskirts of a small town in Central Minnesota big things are happening in the tiny house movement.
Two Harbors Prepares for 18th Annual Kayak Festival
Hundreds Expected to Spend Weekend Racing, Enjoying Water Sports
This weekend about 400 water–sport lovers are expected to be out on The Big Lake celebrating the 18th Annual Two Harbors Kayak Festival.
Thousands Celebrate 32nd Annual National Night Out
Uniting Neighbors, Local Law Enforcement to Help Prevent Crime
Tuesday night, neighbors in more than 16,000 communities nationwide celebrated the 32nd Annual National Night Out.
Early End To Walleye Season Hurts Mille Lacs Businesses
Area Economy Built on Fishing
Fisherman flocking to the lake helped spawn a resort community and economy, based on the strength of the walleye harvest.
7 West Taphouse in Superior to Open Before Thanksgiving
7 West Taphouse in Superior will open its doors late this fall.
‘Stuff the Bus’ With School Supplies in Superior
United Way Asking for School Supplies
Now through August 17, the Head of Lakes United Way is asking for school supplies for students in the Superior School District.
Red Cross Faces Blood Shortage
Officials Asking For Universal Blood Types
The American Red Cross is asking for a helping hand in the face of a blood shortage.
Lakeside Liquor Sales Debate May Go to Voters
City Councilors to Vote Thursday
The historic ‘dry law’ in the Lakeside and Lester Park Neighborhoods may go to voters this November.
Special Report: Tiny House Living
Profile a woman living a tiny lifestyle
It’s a pop–culture topic that seems to be going mainstream – tiny houses.
Historic Superior Junkyard May Close for Good
Twin Ports Auto Parts, the only junkyard left in Superior, has been open for decades. For more than a year, the owner has tried to sell the business.
Community to Celebrate National Night Out
Event Aims to Develop Police-Community Relationships
We tell you about an event bringing police and the community together.
Thomas the Tank Engine is Back!
A famous tank engine has returned to the Northland.
Canoeing to End Bullying
A local organization using a canoe to call attention to bullying is making headway.
U.S. Air Force Showcases Supercar
A supercar that travels around the country made a stop in Duluth Sunday.
Animal Adoption Event and Fundraiser
A local foundation kicked off an event Sunday to help find nearly a dozen cats and dogs a new home along with honor the memory local animal advocate.
WI Legislator proposes exotic animal ban
A Republican state senator wants to ban exotic pets in Wisconsin as Milwaukee officials struggle to capture a lion-like animal roaming the city’s streets.
Blackbirds and Blueberries
Cloquet Berry Farm Opens For Season
Berry farm will be open as blueberries ripen.
Arts and Music Festival Fundraiser
The North Central Windows Program hosted a Lammas First Harvest Community Arts and Music Festival in Billings Park.
Families Receive Free School Supplies in Superior
Lakefest Offers Supplies, Food, Music and Fun.
The 10th Annual Lakefest took over Barker’s Island, Saturday.
