DULUTH, Minn. – RJ Sport and Cycle is preparing for summer as it is the busiest time of year for them. The boats have recently started to arrive at the shop in Duluth and demand is heavy as fishing opener is right around the corner. On an average year, RJ’s sells roughly 150 to 180 boats and 80 pontoons. With…
DULUTH, Minn. – The persistent winter weather may not be the most appealing for outdoor activities. However, it isn’t stopping some people from getting out for a bike ride. “People are already out on their bikes quite a bit,” says Ethan Reilly, a mechanic and salesperson with Twin Ports Cyclery. “I’ve seen three different kind of group ride groups that…
DULUTH, Minn. – Restaurants that are hosting an Easter Brunch are preparing for a busy Sunday. For Boomtown, this will be their first at their Duluth area location since opening up in June of 2021. Front House Manager Alexis EK says they are ready. “We are going to be offering everything from a French toast bake,” says EK. “We have an…
DULUTH, Minn. – Lake Superior Art Glass is giving people the chance to design their own hummingbird feeder this month. More than 40 people took part in this event last year. People will be able to choose their own colors and pattern, then watch a glassblower make it for them and describe each step of the process. “A lot of the…
DULUTH, Minn. — The 9Round Fitness Center knows how to pack a punch, but this time, it’s going toward a cause benefitting animals. 9Round is a kickboxing gym, and Wednesday, they held a fundraiser called Punching for Pets, where it donates one penny for every punch, kick, and exercise completed by their clients. They try to do a few fundraisers…
MADISON, Wis. (AP) – A Republican-authored bill to legalize medical marijuana in Wisconsin will be getting its first public hearing next week, achieving one goal of backers even though the measure will not pass this year. The Legislature has adjourned and won’t be back until 2023. But the April 20 Senate committee hearing on the medical marijuana bill will give…
DULUTH, Minn.– A new marketing campaign for Duluth tourism debuted ahead of the summer season, with the rollout hosted by the Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce, at the DECC earlier today. The new campaign is a partnership between the Duluth City Government, Visit Duluth, The DECC, the Twin-cities based public relations firm Bellmont Partners and its South Dakota-based partner, Lawrence…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – The University of Minnesota plans to start paying its athletes for doing well in the classroom. The Minneapolis Star Tribune reported that Minnesota Athletics Director Mark Coyle announced the move Friday. The NCAA currently allows schools to give academic bonuses of up to $5,980 annually to athletes as per a federal judge’s mandate two years ago. The…
DULUTH, Minn. — As the weather gets closer to spring, some were getting their spring cleaning started, selling their old trinkets, at the annual Arena Rummage Sale. The owner of the annual Arena Rummage Sale at the Duluth Heritage Sports Center says in the first 3 hours of the event over a thousand people came through to try to find…
DULUTH, Minn.- A craft show and sale at UMD featured artwork and crafts made entirely by students. There were 30 student vendors in total, selling anything from ceramics to stickers. One of the organizers, Karley Graves, who is a student herself, said it’s a good opportunity for UMD students to showcase their work. “We really wanted to host an event…
LUTSEN, Minn.- With the recent precipitation walloping the North Shore, skiers were still soaking up the snow for a few days more up at Lutsen Mountains. FOX 21 Photojournalist Adam Jagunich takes us there. Categories: Business, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, Weather in the News
DULUTH, MN – Canal Park will soon be home to a new taqueria. Chachos, located on Canal Park Drive, will feature fast, in and out tacos along with a few other Mexican favorites. Co-owners Alex and Aaron are excited to get their feet wet in the restaurant industry and become part of the local business community in serving those who…
DULUTH, Minn.– Around this time of year, food trucks start making their rounds to different locations and giving the public some variety. We spoke with one business today who specializes in gourmet grilled cheeses. K&B Grilled Cheese puts a new spin on the traditional sandwich, adding things like pesto and spinach artichoke dip. One customer, Amanda Hoffman says, “How they…
DULUTH, Minn.– Get Downtown week is nearing and some of the cities most popular restaurants, breweries and retailers are participating in this week long event. Typically called “Eat Downtown” Restaurant Week, the Duluth’s Greater Downtown Council wanted to include all kinds of businesses. This effort is to help drive more customers back to Duluth’s downtown waterfront and celebrate shopping locally….
DULUTH, Minn. – For the first time since their launch in 2013, Bent Paddle Brewing is changing the way its main year-round beers look with a brand refresh. New packaging began Thursday for their Venture Pils, Bent Hop IPA, 14° Amber, Black Ale, and Cold Press Black. Each features a beach along Lake Superior, with their geo-coordinates on the box, which…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Folk School held a fundraiser Thursday making traditional Ukrainian Easter eggs called pysanky. With invasions in Ukraine, the Folk School is offering extra sessions of this class in hopes to raise money for Doctors Without Borders and the International Rescue Committee. People in the class created designs on eggs using a wax batik method. After…
DULUTH, Minn. – Minnesota lawmakers are working on bi-partisan legislation to spend $25 million from the state’s budget surplus to upgrade the Minnesota Air National Guard’s 148th Fighter Wing in Duluth for future success. It’s a move in St. Paul that has Duluth City Council President Arik Forsman, Vice President Janet Kennedy and Councilor Renee Van Nett co-sponsoring an amended…
DULUTH, Minn.– With the increasing violence going on in Ukraine, one local restaurant in Canal Park is hosting a benefit for Ukrainian families here in Minnesota. Lake Avenue Restaurant and Bar has partnered with the head chef from Moscow on the Hill in St. Paul, to help raise money for their Ukrainian Employees with families over seas impacted by the…
HAYWARD, Wis. – Tuesday’s Spring Election brought a big backing for the Hayward Community School District and its proposal to borrow nearly $50 million to upgrade and renovate multiple school buildings. 1,922 people voted in favor of the bond referendum while 956 voted against it. According to the district, the money would improve safety and security, increase learning opportunities for…
DULUTH, Minn. – With the pandemic definitely easing up, mask mandates on the curb and spring in the air, summer tourism is expected to be a blockbuster for many cities across the country, especially right here in Duluth, of course. And the fresh sense of excitement comes as the newly reconfigured Visit Duluth prepares to officially unveil its first big…
DULUTH, Minn. – Lake Avenue Restaurant and Bar is hosting a “Ukrainian Benefit Specialty Dinner” Thursday evening. The restaurant is partnering with the head chef from Moscow on the Hill in St. Paul, which has many Ukrainian employees with family overseas. Derek Snyder says 100 percent of the proceeds from the dinner will go toward helping those families with food,…
DULUTH, Minn. – Another demolition is underway in Duluth’s Lincoln Park Craft District to make way for future development. The demo is happening at the former Kemps Dairy Plant just a block up from West Superior Street on 20th Avenue West. While it’s not known what specifically going into the location, the new owners did say in 2020 that it…
DULUTH, Minn.– A local flower shop is raising money to support the people of Ukraine, through the sale of sunflowers. Engwall Flowers is currently selling stems and bouquets featuring the countries national flower. All proceeds will be donated to the Ukraine Red Cross. Amongst all the tragedy that has happened there, one story in particular hit home for the flower…
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Pack has announced the launch of its new bison lady slipper pack. The company launched the first line of lady slipper packs in the spring of 2021. Now they’re offering them in premium bison leather. The bison leather is stronger than normal cow hide and comes in a variety of shades. “We do a lot of…
DULUTH, Minn. – Blacklist Brewing’s new spot on Superior Street requires just a few more household type things before the company makes the big move. The business is still in the works of hooking up tap lines, tanks, paint work, and moving in furniture. The new space is three times bigger than the current spot and will include an event…
A new Ice cream shop in Carlton is getting revved up for the summer season. Red Dog Drive Thru opened their doors in July of 2021, and after a cold winter, the shop is ready to embrace warmer weather. “The summers are very very busy around here. Winter’s been kind of slow, I think it was probably because it was…
The Brickyard Restaurant in Wrenshall is up for sale. Owners Brian and and Caroline Johnson have been in the restaurant business for decades, but they say it’s time for a change. Although the local business is currently on the market, the owners remain hopeful that Brickyard will continue to serve the people of Wrenshall for years to come. “We’re hoping…
DULUTH, Minn.- If you’ve never seen a horse in a shopping mall, Saturday was the day at Miller Hill Mall. Beyond the Barn, a western boutique store hosted its 16th annual Northland Horse Fair featuring different vendors, seminars, petting zoos, and full-sized and miniature horses. Manager Amanda Crist says she was more than excited to bring the horse community together…
DULUTH, Minn.- Fitgers Bock Fest’s 3-day celebration continued this weekend, with some really chilled-out activities. People checked out the live outdoor music, food tents, and specialty Bock Beer, which is beer caramelized with a hot poker to make it sugary and foamy. There were also German cultural events like Volksmarch and stein races, and Saturday attendees even took a Big…
DULUTH, Minn.- One of Duluth’s newer barbecue places is thriving in its new indoor space. Howard’s Que started off as a pop-up outside the Shanty Bottle Shop in Hillside. Now, owner, Howard Ross is set up inside the kitchen of the All-American Club in the Lincoln Park Craft District. A great stepping stone to bigger and better things, he said….
DULUTH, Minn.– A local restaurant is sadly closing after twelve years of serving the West Duluth community. While a Canal Park favorite plans to move in. GB Schneider and Company, a staple here in Duluth will be closing in just months. The owner Gary Schneider says he has worked in the restaurant industry since he was fifteen. Now, the 72-year…
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Two young businessmen started a food truck in Duluth last year putting unique spins on the classic hot dog. Now their wiener business found its own bun inside an existing Superior business — opening soon. Updawg is now set up over at Average Joe’s in Superior. The wiener duo started their food truck serving unique hot dogs last…
DULUTH, Minn.- A local outdoor gear store in Duluth’s Lincoln Park is now getting into the outdoor sewing business with their new brass product. Frost River unveiled their new solid brass thimble. Staff says more than 30 thousand years of history is packed into less than a cubic inch, now in Frost River’s solid brass. If you’re confused, don’t’ worry,…
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota animal health officials are imposing a ban on all poultry sales and exhibitions through the month of April after the presence of bird flu was found in the state. The ban, which includes poultry community sales, swaps, fairs, exhibitions, and other events where birds are brought together, is effective Friday and lasts through May…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – A massive crane could be seen hovering over downtown Superior Thursday. The Douglas County administrator told FOX 21 the crane is there to replace an outdated HVAC system on the historic Douglas County Courthouse. Crews could be seen taking 15 to 20-year-old heating and cooling equipment off the top of the building. The new $345,000 HVAC system…
DULUTH, Minn.– The Blue Rock Grill located near the Miller Hill Mall is opening its doors again after making some changes from its original coffee and wine bar. The restaurant’s new revamped look focuses more on high quality spirits and craft cocktails, with shareable plates. Management tells us they think the new look helps make the spot the perfect date…
SUPERIOR, Wisc.– A downtown Superior Vietnamese Restaurant is sadly closing its doors in just weeks. The owners of Pho Cali say they won’t be continuing their lease when it’s up at the end of the month. In a Facebook post they thanked their customers for the support over the past five years. Customers are encouraged to stop by the restaurant…
DULUTH, Minn.– After a two year hiatus, the Arrowhead Home and Builders Show returned to the DECC Wednesday.. The event is the largest home show in the region and features all the latest trends and technology for your home, and much more. The show began today and will run through Sunday of this week. Categories: Business, Entertainment, Great Outdoors, Minnesota,…
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Mayor Emily Larson was face-to-face with fellow leaders and supporters Tuesday evening for her first in-person State of the City Address in two years because of the pandemic. The theme of the speech was “lighting a path forward” to focus on economic development, public safety, connectivity and sustainability. As for economic development, Larson said the city…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Barker’s Island Inn is ready for a comeback after the pandemic didn’t allow the hotel and convention center to reach its full potential the past two years. Weddings and gatherings of all kinds had been rescheduled, and they are gearing up to have a busy 2022 summer season – especially with the Canadian border back open. “COVID…
DULUTH, Minn. – March 29 is National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day, and one doesn’t have to look hard in the Northland to see how they collaborate to help each other out. A recent example of this comes through the work of Reimagined by T-Underwood in downtown Duluth. The painting, do-it-yourself project, home staging, and redesign business made available…
DULUTH, Minn.–As we get closer to summer to summer you might be dusting off your grill that’s been sitting in storage all winter, or looking to fire up a new one! The owner of London Road Rental in Duluth tells us now that the temperatures are rising, they’re seeing more customers coming in to check out brand-name grill and smokers…
DULUTH, Minn.- Getting fitted for medical garments post-surgery or procedure can feel like a dry expressionless experience. But the folks at Heide’s Mastectomy Store in Duluth are hoping to change that. “So it feels almost like a boutique but we bill insurance for the products,” said Nicole Wrazidlo, a mastectomy fitter and Lymphedema master fitter. The mastectomy and compression store…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth City Council approved a resolution Monday to keep the longstanding Memorial Day Parade in West Duluth by dropping the event’s fee from thousands of dollars to just under $200. Council President Arik Forsman and Council Vice President Janet Kennedy were behind the resolution. The resolution changes the fee for the parade to $187.10, which is…
DULUTH, Minn.–The 54th annual Arrowhead Home and Builders Show is back at the DECC beginning this Wednesday. Currently almost four hundred exhibitors are setting up for thousands of people to check out the five day event. The show is known as a one-stop destination for any home remodeling or garden project need. The Home and Builders Show Manager Christ Navratil…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Goodwill down on Garfield Avenue is always accepting donations and considers this as their busy season. With winter apparel switching over to spring northlanders are looking to thrift or donate. Categories: Business, Community, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News
BLOOMINGTON, Minn (FOX 9) – Katie Nelson recently spent a picture-perfect week in Orlando with her family, soaking up the sun and enjoying Disney World with her niece and nephew. As they were getting ready to board a Sun Country flight home to Minneapolis last Friday night, that all changed. “We had just parked the rental car in the ramp and I got…
SUPERIOR, Wis.- New life is coming to the once vacant billings park cafe in Superior as one business owner hopes it’s the start of a new direction for the neighborhood. Craig Sutherland has turned the building into “Venue in the Park.” Since mid-February businesses like the new Superior Roux restaurant have been renting out the commercial space which is registered…
DULUTH, Minn. -St. Louis County officials say some property owners might be surprised to learn how much the value of their property went up. Over the next several weeks residents will receive their Estimated Market Value notification. Officials say a few factors may have caused the value of their property to go up, like the busiest real estate market the…
DULUTH, Minn. – Lake Superior College is having its first big networking event since the pandemic as employers set up their booths in hopes of connecting with students walking through. More than 70 employers turned out Wednesday representing fields such as healthcare, trade jobs, military, and much more. Kaitlyn Steffen, director of career services, said it’s an opportunity for students…
