Business

Duluth’s Best Bread Opens Superior Location

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Duluth’s Best Bread celebrated the opening of their Superior location Tuesday. The bakery hosted a few pop-up shops earlier this year and they were very successful selling out each time. The new location was built with a bigger infrastructure to make more inventory for the store. One item that highlights Superior is their cheese curd bread that…

Dovetail Cafe Expands Menu

DULUTH, Minn. — Dovetail Cafe has been brewing new menu ideas, and now they’re here! With the busy months approaching, Dovetail Cafe in the Lincoln Park Craft District has been working on some additions to their menu. Aiming to be more inclusive, they’re hoping the new drinks will appeal to a larger fanbase. A few of the specialty items will…

Ski Hut Opens New Location in West Duluth

DULUTH, Minn. — Ski Hut has officially opened its new location, an Adventure Center in West Duluth. A grand opening was held Friday afternoon for the new facility, which Ski Hut is calling an “one-stop-rental-shop.” The store has various types of bikes and ski’s for rent. Plus equipment and accessories for both sports are available to purchase. The new location…

Ace Hardware Stocked Up For Grilling Season

DULUTH, Minn. — Burggraf’s Ace Hardware in Duluth is keeping on top of the latest trends for grilling season. The store manager says as more people get into cooking, they are looking for the new and improved gas and pellet grills. People are also trying other ways to cook such as with griddles and pizza ovens. The store makes sure…

Old World Meats Ready For Memorial Day Weekend

DULUTH, Minn. — Memorial Day weekend may mean many things but to one Duluth meat shop, it is the start of their year. Old World Meats is fully prepared to welcome customers to make their weekend full of delicious food. The owner says after many years of business he knows what the people want- that’s brats, burgers and steaks. Popular…

Growing Season is Underway at Farm Lande and Across Minnesota

Farm Lande welcomes six sheep just in time for growing season

DULUTH, Minn. — Farm Lande just outside of Duluth is kicking off growing season with plant pickup and the chance to meet the farm’s six new fluffy residents! Memorial Day Weekend is largely considered the start of growing season in Minnesota and its no different at Farm Lande. Duluthians who placed their pant orders in advance were stopping by to…

New, Greener Pellet Plant Opens In Keewatin

KEEWATIN, Minn. — There’s a new $150-million pellet production plant In Keewatin. The new pellets contain less silica and more iron ore than traditional iron-ore pellets. Work began on the new U.S. Steel plant in 2022 and was completed last month on time and within budget. During its construction phase, 250 construction jobs were created. Now in its operational phase,…

Ice Is Gone, Rivers Are Flowing For Whitewater Rafting Season

The ice is gone, the temps are rising and the rivers are ready for rafting. Minnesota Whitewater Rafting are ready to get people out on the St. Louis River this Memorial Day weekend and the rest of the summer for wild adventures on the rapids. “You’re gonna to get wet. That’s the biggest thing. People always ask, is someone gonna…

Zenith Bookstore Highlights Summer Reads and Events

DULUTH, Minn. — With the weather warming up, one local bookstore is introducing book lovers to the latest reads and events happening this summer. Zenith Bookstore in Duluth says one new trend they are seeing is romance and fantasy books combined. There are also plenty of new mystery, literary fiction and non-fiction books. Popular non-fiction reads that are selling are…

Big “Thank You” to EMS Workers; Professionals and Extensive Volunteer Network

Annual St. Luke's cookout designed to show appreciation for everyone's role.

DULUTH, Minn. — The rains cleared early enough for a big thank you Wednesday, although this cookout had plenty of shelter. It was a big appreciation day for everyone who helps with emergency medical responses. St. Luke’s has been putting on the event for over a decade. Inside the emergency ambulance garage, there was warm food and a warm “Thank…

Women’s Business Alliance North Recognized With Excellence Award

The WBA North serves women entrepreneurs in seven counties in Northeast Minnesota and Douglas County, Wisconsin

DULUTH, Minn. — On Monday women operated businesses were recognized for their part in the community. Women’s Business Alliance North was named the 2024 Women’s Business Center of Excellence in Minnesota. The WBA North provides support to female entrepreneurs through advising, training and opportunities. A discussion was held at Mexico Lindo for female businesses owners who shared their experiences around…

Over Half Million Dollars in Grants From Northland Foundation

Targeting "basic" needs such as food, housing and shelter for those at risk of "falling through the cracks."

The people and programs working hard to help others, got some financial help themselves Monday. There are many efforts in our area to help those in need. Some prime examples would be the Damiano Center or the Salvation Army. They are just two of twenty-eight non-profits that will be receiving grants from the Northland Foundation. In the first quarter of…

Superior Woman Receives Electric Shock At Edgewater Hotel

DULUTH, Minn. — An enjoyable day swimming at the Edgewater Hotel ended badly for a Superior mom and her daughter. The family says the two received an electric shock, hospitaliizing the mother. The family says the mother, Heather Paquette, reached to open the gate to the outside whirlpool area and received a strong electric shock. According to her mother, Melissa…

MidCoast Catering Co. Expanding With New Small Event Space

DULUTH, Minn. — A Duluth-based catering company is expanding their operations with a new small event space. MidCoast Catering is located on Central Avenue in West Duluth. The owner purchased the law office next door to create the Tasting Room. The space can be used for business luncheons, groom’s dinners, birthday parties or any other private social gatherings. It can…

Authors Of Northern Waters Smokehaus Cookbook Talk Recent Award Nomination

DULUTH, Minn. — Northern Waters Smokehaus is receiving recognition for their cookbook, Smoke on the Waterfront. This is the first cookbook that has been written for the Smokehaus. It took years to complete and came out just in time for their 25th anniversary this last November. The book features recipes that were converted from industrial size to ones you can…

Growing Duluth Expands Offerings Of Spring Plants

DULUTH, Minn. — A local gardening business is expanding their offerings starting on Friday. Growing Duluth opened in September of 2023 originally selling growing supplies, house plants, and micro-greens. But they were always getting asked; are you going to sell spring plants? Well, that question has been answered. The store now offers a variety of outdoor plants all in different…

Duluth’s ‘Tourism Marketing Working Group’ To Hold Listening Sessions In May

DULUTH, Minn. — The future of Duluth’s multi-million dollar tourism marketing contract is being guided by a working group at the request of Mayor Roger Reinert.  And later in May, there are opportunities for businesses and the public to weigh in. This comes after Reinert’s announcement in March that he believes next year’s marketing contract should be awarded to local…

Cloquet Outreach Center Annual Fundraiser May 17th

CLOQUET, Minn. — A fundraiser supporting a mental health and recovery services provider is taking place next Friday. The Cloquet Outreach Center Annual Fundraiser includes a lasagna dinner, silent auction, and raffle drawings. The event will take place at the Human Development Center. Funds raised goes toward supporting the center and its mission of helping those in need. The Outreach…

Superior High School’s Spartan Manufacturing Opens Doors to the Community

At the open house, Cenovus Energy donated $50,000 to the student-led business for the second time

SUPERIOR, Wisc. — After its inaugural year, Spartan Manufacturing at Superior High School hosted an open house to show the community their work. Spartan Manufacturing’s goal is to educate high school students about trade professions, through running a student-led business. At Wednesday’s open house, the program received a $50,000 donation from Cenovus Energy, one of many local businesses who have…

Work Continues on Downtown Duluth Safety

Approach is combination of outreach, education, and when necessary--enforcement.

Crime and safety in downtown Duluth have been a growing community concern, and the city has taken steps it says are slowly making a difference. That was the message inside the Greysolon Ballroom Wednesday, where Downtown Duluth members heard from the mayor, police chief and city attorney. The approach has involved a combination of education, persuasion and enforcement. It ranges…

Widdes Trailer Sales Prepared For Busy Season

ESKO, Minn. — A local business in Esko is geared up and ready for their busiest time of the year. Widdes Trailer Sales currently has about 400 trailers in inventory with more coming in. Now is the time where customers start coming in needing a new trailer to haul a new tractor or ATV. There are all different kinds of…

Allete Sold to Partnership in $6.2 Billion Deal; Company Going Private

Announcement says headquarters to remain in Duluth.

The company behind most of the northland’s power and energy has been bought. Allete announced the purchase Monday morning, and it will now become a private company. Allete is the parent company of Minnesota Power and Superior Water, Light and Power. It has been bought by a large partnership with hopes that deep pockets will fund future capital investments. The…

Tom’s Taste Of Chicago Brick-And-Mortar Now Open

DULUTH, Minn. — A food truck highlighting Chicago cuisine has now opened their brick-and-mortar building. Tom’s Taste of Chicago is in the former VIP Pizza building in West Duluth. The new spot is known for its Italian beef and Chicago dogs. And with the new building they are also offering thin crust style pizza. Tom grew up in a suburb…

Duluth’s Vista Fleet Cruising On For 65th Year

DULUTH, Minn. — There was beautiful weather Friday morning in Duluth as an annual tradition took place. The Vista Fleet’s first tour departed marking the 65th year of operations. The cruising season includes a range of experiences for locals and tourists from sightseeing, dining cruises, or any special event you need to rent a boat. The fleet of two boats…

EO Johnson Business Technologies Moving To New Location In Duluth

DULUTH, Minn. — A growing technology company has moved to a new location in Duluth. EO Johnson Business Technologies will be relocating from their spot on Superior Street to a new place at 330 Garfield Avenue which is in a former ISD 709 building. The company who focuses on digital transformation and workplace technology offers print services and document management,…

$3 Million Secured In Senate Bonding Bill For New 148th Fighter Wing Hangar

Sen. Grant Hauschild (DFL-Dist. 3) has announced $3 million for the 148th Fighter Wing has been secured in the Senate Capital Investment Bonding Bill. If a super majority approves the funding, it would assist in the construction of a new hangar for the Fighter Wing. The Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce has been the lead advocate for the new hangar…

College Of St. Scholastica’s Decades-Long Theatre Productions To Shut Down

The decision was made as the college "navigates the challenging environment of higher education"

DULUTH, Minn. – The Twin Ports theater community will be losing one of its longest-running stages this fall when the College of St. Scholastica shuts down its decades-long theatre program. Students have been producing high-quality productions for the CSS campus and the general community since at least the 1970s, according to a former director of the program. The college released…

Damiano Center Has Job Opportunity For Teens

DULUTH, Minn. — The Damiano Center has a job opportunity for teenagers looking to make a difference in younger people’s lives. The Summer Food Corps position is all about learning to garden and helping make healthy meals but also leading activities and supporting the Kid’s Kitchen. The Kid’s Kitchen is a free drop-in children’s program that runs 2:30 to 5:30…

Duluth Pack Giving Back to the Outdoors with Arbor Day Campaign

DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth Pack has started up their annual campaign all about giving back to the great outdoors. It is the 7th annual Arbor Day Campaign, “Buy A Pack, We Give Back.” The business partners with the Minnesota DNR to plant tree saplings. They plant one sapling for every single one of Duluth Pack manufactured items sold. To date…

Insomnia Cookies Grand Opening Makes Late-Night Treats Available to UMD Students

The chain opened their fifth Minnesota location -- right across from UMD's campus

DULUTH, Minn. — Insomnia Cookies opened its first location in Duluth today, bringing late night treats to UMD students and the community. And it’s not too late to check out the grand opening and satisfy your cravings with a free cookie! The chain is open until 3 a.m. Thursday through Saturday and 1 a.m. all other days. This afternoon, students…

Duluth’s Best Bread Expands to Superior

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Duluth’s Best Bread is officially expanding to Superior after a successful pop-up event there. This will be the company’s third location. It will be located at 1418 Tower Avenue in the same location where the pop-up shop was held. It will open May 28 and open Tuesdays through Sundays. The family-owned French-German bakery opened its first store…

Northland College Receives Last-Minute ‘Transformative Donor Gifts’

ASHLAND, Wis. — Another sign of hope was reported Tuesday evening involving the future of Northland College. College officials they received “several transformative donor gifts” within the last 24 hours that has “considerably” impacted what is possible for the future of Northland College. Three weeks ago the Board issued a statement of financial crisis. Northland had a goal of raising…

Knowing Your Neighbor: Spring Creek Manufacturing

MOUNTAIN IRON, Minn.– Dating back to 1985, Spring Creek Manufacturing has a long history of providing recreation enthusiasts with the tools they need to have a great day on the water. “Spring Creek Manufacturing was founded in 1985, Ted Newburg wanted a better way to carry canoes and propel canoes and do all those things and so literally out of…

Enbridge To Test ‘Emergency Alert System’ At Superior Terminal

SUPERIOR, Wis. — If you live near the Superior Terminal, you’ll be hearing bursts of alarm tones Tuesday.  But it’s just a test. Enbridge Energy will sound its “emergency alarm system” starting at 9 a.m.  The alarm will put out 15-second tones followed by an audio message. Testing will continue Wednesday. Starting in May, Enbridge will test the alarm system…