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Iron Range Theatre Making Renovations

1912 Opera House is One of Few Remaining Vaudeville Theatres in Minnesota

April 18, 2017

Andrew Kirov,

VIRGINIA, Minn. – A truly historic theatre in Virginia is undergoing major renovations. Virginia’s Lyric Opera House opened in 1912 and remains one of Minnesota’s last remaining vaudeville theatres. “You can feel the creativity,” says Lyric Center for the Arts Executive Director Mary McReynolds. “You can feel the history.” “The sound, the sight lines, the closeness, the intimacy to the…

Northland Pizza Shop Celebrates 63 Years

Northland Uncovered: Sammy's Pizza

April 18, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Picking up a slice can mean a tasty dinner for many Northlanders, but for one family it means carrying on a tradition. This year Sammy’s Pizza Inc. is celebrating 63 years. Sam Perrella is the Vice President for Sammy’s Pizza Inc. and is the third generation working for Sammy’s Pizza. His grandfather started the business in 1954…

Deer Tags On The Rise In Wisconsin

More Antler-less Deer Tags To Be Issued

April 17, 2017

Joey Norton,

Superior, Wis. For 3 consecutive years winters have been relatively warm. Because of the warmer weather the deer population has continued to grow according to Wisconsin department of natural resources. The herd needs to be thinned so the DNR plans to issue 50% more antler-less deer. “We think we’re at a point where we can issue a few of those…

Superior to Get New Apartment Development

Apartments Expected to Cost $1,000-$1,200

April 17, 2017

Matt Suoja,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The city of Superior is looking at getting some new market-rate apartments, with construction beginning this summer. A new 54-unit apartment building would go at the corner of North 13th Street and Weeks Avenue. The group who will own the property, P and R Twin Ports Properties, is purchasing the property for a little less than $160,000. It…

Families Spend Easter Playing Golf

Courses Are Open About Two Weeks Earlier Than Usual

April 16, 2017

Andrew Kirov,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The warm spring Easter day had Northlanders outdoors taking in the holiday and even taking a swing. It was a great day to be outside and a lot of families used the beautiful weather to play their first round of golf for the season. Many courses, like Nemadji Golf Club in Superior, are now open for business….

Technology In Nature

Hartley Nature Center Issues A Challenge

April 15, 2017

Joey Norton,

DULUTH, Minn. – In an effort to get more community involvement in the outdoors, the Hartley Nature Center is issuing a challenge to four local communities. Not everybody can walk up to a tree and know exactly what they’re looking at “This right here is a White Pine.” Wouldn’t it be nice to know what you were looking at? Did…

Breakfast With The Easter Bunny

The Depot Hosts Dozens Of Families

April 15, 2017

Joey Norton,

DULUTH, Minn. – Kids started celebrating Easter by having breakfast with a certain bunny. Dozens of families turned out for the 5th annual breakfast with the Easter bunny at the Depot. Not only was plenty of food on the menu, but also face paintings an Easter egg hunt egg dying and much more. Officials say breakfast with the bunny is…

WLSSD Compost Site Open For Yard Waste

April 14, 2017

William Seay,

DULUTH, Minn. -As temperatures get warmer, it’s time for people to get back into their yards and start cleaning up old leaves and brush. It is illegal to burn yard waste within the city limits of Duluth; it’s also illegal to throw these materials in the garbage. The Western Lake Superior Sanitary District (WLSSD) will take your yard waste and…

Twin Ports Restaurants Gearing Up For Busy Holiday Weekend

April 14, 2017

William Seay,

DULUTH, Minn. – It’s almost Easter Sunday, and there are many restaurants here in the Northland preparing for a busy day, especially at breakfast and brunch. Among them is The Boat Club in Duluth’s Fitgers complex. The Boat Club is offering an upscale brunch buffet, with carved meats, breakfast items, and their signature seafood dishes. The restaurant has only been…

Harbor City Roller Girls Open Season

Wessman Arena Tomorrow Night

April 14, 2017

Joey Norton,

Superior, Wis. Tomorrow is set to be another hard hitting Saturday night at Wessman Arena. This time though the game won’t be hockey. Instead the Harbor City Roller Dame Nautikills. Open their 10th anniversary season against the Minnesota Roller Girls’ Dagger Dolls. The Nautikills are one of the top 300 teams in the world and say they’re ready for some…

Magic For A Good Cause

Second Harvest Food Bank Receives 100% Of Proceeds

April 14, 2017

Joey Norton,

Duluth, Minn. It was an evening of magic and laughs tonight at Clyde Iron Works all for a good cause. Kids of all ages came to enjoy one of the Midwest’s most in demand entertainers. Magician Jonathan May. Tonight 100% of the proceeds went to Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank back pack program. The money raised tonight will go a long…

Early Start To Easter At The Edgewater

Kids Search For Easter Eggs

April 14, 2017

Joey Norton,

Duluth, Minn. Easter fun got an early start tonight at Duluth’s Edgewater Resort. Families spending the night had a chance to hunt for Easter eggs hidden in the resort’s arcade. “We want families to feel like when they come here they’re not just coming here for a water park or something generic. So that they have something very specific to…

Fourth Street Construction to Resume Monday

Work will be done in phases, starting between 10th and 19th Avenues East

April 13, 2017

Matt Van Winkle,

DULUTH, Minn. – Construction on 4th Street in Duluth will pick back up next Monday. Last year, crews completed work to replace old utilities and damaged roads between 6th and 10th Avenue East. Construction will be done in phases, starting between 10th and 19th Avenue East , and continue down to Wallace Avenue as work is completed. That portion of…

Johnson’s Bakery Taking Orders for Easter Treats

Duluth Bakery Offers Several Options for Holiday Treats

April 13, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Easter is just days away and if you haven’t started baking yet, no need to worry! Johnson’s Bakery in Duluth has you covered. The long-time Duluth Bakery is currently taking orders for buns, pies, tortes, cookies, cakes and more. The bakery has two locations in Duluth: 2230 W 3rd St, Duluth, MN 55806 – (218) 727-1889 4509 E…

Hot and Cold Salad Perfect for Spring

Cooking Connection: Burnt Onion Kitchen & Brews

April 13, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

BIWABIK, Minn. – Burnt Onion Kitchen and Brews is the restaurant in the new chalet at Giant’s Ridge in Biwabik, Minnesota. It’s headed up by Chef Dan Schimka. There is hand-crafted beer, hand-cut steaks, seafood flown in from Hawaii and fresh pasta. For this week’s Cooking Connection Chef Dan taught FOX 21’s William Seay how to make a hot and cold…

Parks and Rec Thank Employees For Hard Work

Lincoln Park Getting A Makeover

April 12, 2017

Joey Norton,

Duluth, Minn.-Duluth Parks and Recreation celebrated another year with their annual commission meeting. The night was to recap accomplishments, look towards the future and recognize key partners that have played a significant role in moving forward several park plans. One of those plans is the reconstruction of Lincoln Park “There are issues that we’ve had with the park. It was…

Playhouse: ‘Mamma Mia!’ First Up At NorShor Theatre

April 12, 2017

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. (Press Release) – 2017-2018 seasons for its Main Stage, Underground, Children’s Theatre and Theatre for Young Audiences (TYA) series! Featuring six sensational titles in the Main Stage season, the Duluth Playhouse is ready for its next stage at the NorShor and its 650-seat theatre. MAIN STAGE 2017-2018 SEASON* Rumors by Neil Simon September 21-October 1, 2017 A Christmas…

Duluth Announces Energy Pilot Project

Project Helps Move City to Mayor's 80% Emission Reduction Goal

April 12, 2017

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – Mayor Emily Larson and other city officials announced a new initiative to reduce Duluth’s carbon footprint. The Canal Park steam plant, Duluth Energy Systems, is going completely coal free for the next seven months. Mayor Larson believes this pilot initiative is a big step toward her goal of reducing Duluth’s carbon emissions by 80% before the year…

Sheet Metal Business Specializing in Custom Design Projects

The business hosted an open house and ribbon cutting Wednesday at their new location in Lincoln Park

April 12, 2017

Matt Van Winkle,

DULUTH, Minn. – A Duluth company is making a name for itself, working on custom projects for other local business. Sheet Metal Solutions hosted an open house and ribbon cutting Wednesday at their new location in Lincoln Park. Last year, Mark and Becky LaTour moved their business from a small workshop at their home, to a new 5,000 square foot…

Getting Toasty on National Grilled Cheese Day

Locally Owned Toasty's in Duluth is Seeing a Spike in Business Since Opening a Second Location

April 12, 2017

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Things were getting toasty in the Northland Wednesday, and no, we’re not talking weather! Northlanders are taking part in National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day, especially the staff at Toasty’s Sandwich Shop in Duluth. Owner Tom Hagen says since the opening of their second location on Superior Street, business is booming. Toasty’s is using all fresh ingredients in…

Job Seekers Hit the DECC for Annual Career Fair

Job Market Getting Better

April 12, 2017

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.- More than 100 employers packed the DECC today for the annual Northland Career Fair. Job seekers were able to meet with employers and apply for a variety of jobs. One official from the event told us, the job market is getting stronger in this area. “There’s full-time, part-time, seasonal – there’s just really everything, which is just amazing to me,”…

Time Winding Down to File Taxes

Get Your Returns in by Tuesday

April 12, 2017

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-Your tax filing date is fast approaching. On Tuesday you are supposed to have all you information turned into the IRS, otherwise you can be fined. One local expert from Community Action Duluth, offered up some advice for those who owe the government some money. “You don’t necessarily have to pay balance due,” said Julia Cheng, of Community Action…

Now-Closed Bagley’s Finds New Home For 1904 Jewelry Cases

April 11, 2017

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – It’s been nearly a year since Bagley and Company Jewelers closed shop in downtown Duluth after an impressive 131 years of business. The former Bagley’s building has since been sold to a Texas investor with Northland ties. But recently, the Bagley family parted ways with all their treasured hand-made jewelry cases built in 1904 – which is…

Twin Ports Women Are Celebrated

Those Who Give Back To The Community Are Honored

April 11, 2017

Joey Norton,

Duluth, Minn. The Women Today Magazine was celebrating all women in the Twin Ports this afternoon. It was the first ever event called “Women as a driving force” at the Northland Country Club this afternoon. Tonight was a celebration of all the hard work the women do in our area to keep the community striving. “The women in the twin…

Denfeld To Change Things Up

School To Become A Community School

April 11, 2017

Joey Norton,

Duluth, Minn. Denfeld High School is looking to make some big changes for next school year. The school will no longer be considered just a public school but a fully functioning community school. A community school integrates focus on academics, health and social services, youth and community development and community engagement. Which will then leads to improved student learning, stronger…

Officials Prepare UMD Staff and Faculty for Work With Foreign Nations

April 11, 2017

William Seay,

DULUTH, Minn. — Economic sanctions against nations like Russia or Cuba have made headlines in recent years. And they can even affect those at our local universities. Patrick Briscoe is the Export Controls and International Projects Officer within the University of Minnesota system. Briscoe’s job is to train staff members on how to comply with federal laws when doing university…

Community Helps Clean Up Homeless Campsites

April 11, 2017

William Seay,

DULUTH, Minn. — It’s the season for spring cleaning, something that is also true for Duluth’s homeless population. A group of helpful Duluthians and some homeless folks themselves were seen picking up garbage near a campsite where many spend the night. This is a community group organized an alliance with CHUM, the Duluth Police Department, and officials with the City…

Senator Klobuchar Leads Transportation Summit in Duluth

Local Leaders Discuss How to Improve Northern Minnesota Infrastructure

April 11, 2017

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar was in Duluth today leading a transportation summit to exchange ideas and opinions about infrastructure challenges in Minnesota. Transportation and business leaders from across Northeastern Minnesota talked with Senator Klobuchar about what they think is needed to improve infrastructure across the region. That includes a lot more than roads and highways. Improvements to…

Republicans Propose Tax Breaks for Wisconsin Beekeepers

April 11, 2017

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Republican lawmakers say they want to combat a rapidly declining bee population by giving Wisconsin beekeepers tax exemptions. Representative Amy Loudenbeck said in a memo Tuesday she and Senator Steve Nass are seeking co-sponsors on a bill that would define beekeeping in state law. It would also extend to beekeepers sales and use tax exemptions on…

Knowing Your Neighbors: Mainstream Has The Fashion For All Men

No Matter The Season They Have You Covered

April 11, 2017

Joey Norton,

DULUTH, Minn. – For guys that take a little pride when they get dressed in the morning we have the place for you. This week’s edition of Knowing Your Neighbor we take to into downtown Duluth to Mainstream Fashion for Men. No matter the occasion or the season, you can find whatever you need here at mainstream fashion for men. They…

Co-Op Makes a Big Donation to CHUM

April 10, 2017

Lena Takada,

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Salad Brand Recalled After Bat Found Inside Container

April 10, 2017

Site Staff,

ORLANDO (FOX 13) – Fresh Express is issuing a precautionary recall of a particular salad mix after two people in Florida found a decaying bat inside a container. The Centers for Disease Control is working with state health officials and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to figure out how the bat ended up inside the Organic Marketside Spring Mix….

Man Dies After Burn Incident at Fraser Shipyards

OSHA to Investigate

April 10, 2017

Site Staff,

SUPERIOR, WI – A man who was burned while working at Fraser Shipyards in Superior in February has died. The incident occurred Feb. 6 during work when Joseph Burch was working on a vessel undergoing services and repairs by Fraser. The ship was in winter layup in the Duluth-Superior Harbor. “Fraser Shipyards is saddened to learn of the death of Mr….

House Votes to Allow Line 3 Pipeline to Bypass Regulation

April 7, 2017

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Republican lawmakers have approved an amendment that would let Enbridge Energy bypass the Public Utilities Commission and build a replacement for its aging Line 3 oil pipeline. It passed largely along party lines Thursday by a vote of 75-57. Republican Rep. Pat Garofalo of Farmington amended his jobs and energy bill to allow Enbridge to…

Fannie Rose Candy Shop Celebrates National Caramel Popcorn Day

Candy Shop Creates Gourmet Popcorn

April 6, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – Today is a day for popcorn lovers. The sweet and salty treat, caramel corn, is celebrated every April 6. Fannie Rose Candy Shop in Duluth makes fresh popcorn daily. They make several blends including a trio mix, theater popcorn, cheese popcorn, birthday cake popcorn, and of course caramel popcorn. Fannie Rose is located at 103 E. Superior St., Duluth,…

Panera Bought by Caribou Coffee for $7.5 Billion

Allie Johnson - FOX 9 KMSP

April 5, 2017

Site Staff,

(KMSP) – Panera Bread Co. has agreed to sell itself to JAB Holding Co., the company that also owns Caribou Coffee. The St. Louis-based bakery and café chain is being bought out for approximately $7.5 billion, according a news release. In comparison, JAB acquired Caribou Coffee for $340 million in 2013, the Minneapolis St. Paul Business Journal reported. The sale…

Fennessey Loses Mayoral Race 58% to 42%

Fennessey Still Looking Forward To Working With Paine

April 4, 2017

Joey Norton,

Current City Councilman Brent Fennessey reacts after a tough hard fought loss to Jim Paine to become the next Mayor of Superior. He says being on the City Council will still allow him to work closely with the city and hes excited to work with Jim as the new Mayor. Categories: Business, Community, Education, News, News – Latest News

City Of Superior Has New Mayor

Jim Paine Wins 58% Of The Vote

April 4, 2017

Joey Norton,

Officially with 58% of the vote, Jim Paine is now the Mayor of Superior. Paine defeated City Councilman Brent Fennessey by over 700 votes. Paine announced his candidacy back in October of 2016 when then Mayor Bruce Hagen decided it was time to step down. Jim Paine is allowed to start moving into the Mayor’s office tomorrow. Current Mayor Bruce…

Superior Election Results

April 4, 2017

Dan Hanger,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Here are the official April 4th election results from the City of Superior: Mayor Paine 2849 Fennessey 2058 2nd District Van Sickle 276 Harp 192 4th District Sweeney 382 6th District Garfield 142 Elm 141 8th District Herrick 164 Sutherland 268 10th District Dalbec 209 Categories: Business, Community, News, News – Latest…

Payless Shoesource Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

400 stores will be closed immediately as a result

April 4, 2017

The Associated Press,

Payless Logo (PRNewsFoto/Payless ShoeSource, Inc.) NEW YORK (AP) — Shoe chain Payless ShoeSource has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, becoming the latest retailer to succumb to increasing competition from online rivals like Amazon. The Topeka, Kansas-based retailer said Tuesday that it will be immediately closing nearly 400 stores as part of the reorganization. It has over 4,400 stores in…

Duluth Gives Proclamation For Awareness

April Is National Abuse Awareness Month

April 3, 2017

Joey Norton,

Mayor Emily Larson teamed up with County Attorney Mark Rubin who issued their own proclamation. St. Louis County Court House was littered with supports of the cause as they declared April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Experts spoke up for the need to understand that it is a difficult subject to talk about, but silence is never the answer. “You…

Child Abuse Awareness Raised In April

Superior Sets Proclamation For Today

April 3, 2017

Joey Norton,

Superior, Wis. April is National Child Abuse Awareness month but Superior took it a step further. It all happened this afternoon to kick off the month long campaign. Mayor Bruce Hagen proclaimed today as “Celebrate Children Day” in Superior. According to the National Children’s Alliance, nearly 700 thousand children are abused or neglected in the U.S. each year and about…

Ground Is Broken On Belknap Reconstruction Project

Construction Will Wrap Up In 2018

April 3, 2017

Site Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Superior city officials broke ground Monday on the Belknap Street reconstruction project. The project will starts west of Banks Avenue and extend east through the Hill Avenue intersection. During the reconstruction, Belknap will be completely revamped as the roadways, sidewalks, and underground utilities will all be worked on. “This is critical when we look at enhancing our…

New Mayor To Be Elected In Superior

Tomorrow Its Time To Get Out And Vote

April 3, 2017

Joey Norton,

Superior, Wis. The City of Superior is gearing up for a new mayor to be elected in less than 24 hours from now. It was October of 2016 when current mayor Bruce Hagen decided that it was in his best interest to step aside and let another candidate take the realm. Brent Fennessey and Jim Paine have done all they…

First Saltie Arrives in Twin Ports

Will be Loading up on Grain and Heading to Italy

April 3, 2017

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-The first saltie arrived in the Twin Ports over the weekend. The event is the unofficial kick-off to the shipping season. The ship the Lake Ontario, will load up on grain and then set sail for Italy on Tuesday. The ship’s captain told us it was smooth sailing most of the way. “The voyage was good,” said Captain Costelus…

Horses Help Outfit Cellphone Towers in Rural Wisconsin

April 3, 2017

The Associated Press,

(Photo: Tyler Rickenbach / USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin) MEDFORD, Wis. (AP) – Old and new technologies are merging in rural Wisconsin, as U.S. Cellular is using draft horses to help install cellphone equipment. The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports the horses that pulled plows for farmers int he olden days are being used to haul equipment up steep wooded hillsides, where trucks…

City of Duluth to Host First-Ever Mayor’s Business Resources Summit

April 3, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

DULUTH, Minn. – Mayor Emily Larson and several City of Duluth departments, the University of Minnesota Duluth Center for Economic Development (UMD CED) and the Entrepreneur Fund are hosting a first of its kind Mayor’s Business Resources Summit for area business owners. The goal is for businesses to share their experiences, hear about other community programs, and gain insight on how businesses…

Minnesota Soybean Crop Expected to be Record Size This Year

April 3, 2017

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota farmers are planning to seed less corn and wheat this year, but will be planting more soybeans. It’s a trend playing out in many states, with surpluses of corn and what in storage in the U.S. The Agriculture Department says in its prospective plantings report that it expects Minnesota farmers to seed 1.3 million…

Theater in Moose Lake Celebrates 80 Years

April 3, 2017

Andrew Kirov,

MOOSE LAKE, Minn. – A lot has changed since 1937, but the Lake Theater in Moose Lake isn’t much different at all. “It’s a theater where you know the people that are laughing at the comedy with you and it’s just fun,” says patron Roger Thieling. It was there during World War Two, the Civil Rights Movement, Vietnam War, and…

AMSOIL Founder Dies at Age 92

April 3, 2017

KQDS Staff,

Amsoil Founder