Business

New Bridal Shop Coming To Downtown Duluth

DULUTH, Minn. — A new shop is coming to Downtown Duluth with a hope to bring beauty and light to Superior Street. Josephine’s Bridal is located in the Bagley Building with plans to open beginning of November. The owner Mariah McKechnie wants it to be a luxury dress shopping experience bringing in size inclusive, trendy and timeless gowns. The shop…

Duluth’s Haunted Ship Kicks Off With Creepy Crawl

DULUTH, Minn. — A Creepy Crawl through Canal Park helped celebrate the opening of this year’s Haunted Ship. The crawl brought together monsters of a kinds, even attracting Beetlejuice. “Hey, hey, hey. If there’s any ladies out there, I’m single, alright? Ya,” said the Beetlejuice actor. This will be the 29th Haunted Ship, and the monsters we talked too, say…

Hoops Brewing Partners with Erickson Orchards

DULUTH, Minn.– All sorts of places in the Northland are homing in on the fall favorites. Just about everywhere you can find their version of pumpkin spice, and apple products. Hoops Brewing in Duluth is unveiling their annual apple beer to join their lineup of fall flavors. They’re collaborating with Erickson Orchards to present their Apple Ale for another season….

Duluth Mayor Comm. Team Mum On Internal Review Process; 3 Of 9 Councilors Respond

DULUTH, Minn. — There were still unanswered questions Monday from Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert’s communication team and most city councilors about an internal review involving the mayor’s girlfriend and former campaign manager directly handling city business since he took office in January. On Thursday, Sept. 26, FOX 21 asked multiple questions following up on the mayor’s announcement Wednesday in a…

New Golf Simulator Venue to Open in Fitger’s Building

DULUTH, Minn. — A new bar in town is teeing up a unique experience, combining cold drinks with golf simulators. Club One Under will hold its grand opening this Sunday, September 29. The family owned venue houses five cutting-edge golf simulators, along with a bar and multiple tv’s. People can enjoy signature cocktails while perfecting their golf swing. The owners…

WLSSD Celebrates 50 Years This Saturday

DULUTH, Minn. — Get your party hats on – WLSSD is celebrating 50 years of being the Solid Waste Authority this Saturday. Since 1974 WLSSD has been in charge of responsible solid waste management. This means creating the rules and providing resources for managing solid waste such as trash, recycling, and more. This Saturday they are holding an open house…

Mayor Issues Statement About Girlfriend’s Duluth City Hall Involvement; Internal Review Underway

DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert responded Wednesday to recent media reports that accuse his girlfriend and former campaign manager of directly handling city business since he took office in January. “I want to assure you that this administration is committed to serving the people of Duluth in an ethical and transparent manner, and yes, Amber is my partner,”…

Duluth News Tribune Breaks In New Downtown Duluth Headquarters

DULUTH, Minn. — The staff at the Duluth News Tribune, the city’s long-standing newspaper, is getting comfortable in their new modern-day newsgathering headquarters in downtown Duluth. DNT Newsroom “I’m really glad that people know they can walk down the street or drive down the street, Superior Street, and see this is your local paper produced by people sitting and working…

KYN: Erickson Apple Orchards Impacts Generations

BAYFIELD, Wis. — When it comes to fall flavors, pumpkin spice, and of course anything apple comes to mind. Erickson Apple Orchards in Bayfield has honed in on this fall favorite since 1910. “It’s our honor to carry on what our grandparents started. And even my mother to carry on,” said Beth Erickson. With this family, the apple doesn’t fall…

Brewery Creek Community Housing Grand Opening

DULUTH, Minn.– A grand opening Monday is a step in the right direction toward helping people get into affordable housing. This $21.5 million-dollar, 52-unit complex is all about accessibility and equality. This community housing building is located on 4th street in Duluth, across from the Speedway.  One Roof Community Housing was responsible, in part, for creating this complex for low-income…

Minnesota-Based Yelloh, Formerly Schwan’s, Is Shutting Down

Courtesy: Yelloh MARSHALL, Minn. – After seven decades, a Minnesota-based frozen food delivery company is closing its doors for good. Yelloh, formerly known as Schwan’s, said Monday that it will cease operations in November because of economic challenges and changing consumer behaviors. “The current Yelloh team has worked hard against external headwinds such as the nationwide staffing challenges and crushing…

Sun Country To Bring Back Direct Flights From Duluth To Fort Myers

DULUTH, Minn. — Sun Country Airlines is returning to the Duluth International Airport with direct flights to Fort Myers, Florida this winter. The direct service will begin January 31 and operate on Mondays and Fridays.  Flights will depart DLH at 7 p.m. and arriving at RSW at 11:35 p.m., and departing RSW at 3:05 p.m. and arriving at DLH at…

Minnesota Power To Build 2 New Solar Power Plants

Minnesota Power is expanding its solar footprint with plans to build two large solar projects in northern Minnesota. The Regal Solar project will be built near Royalton with 255,000 solar modules on about 800 acres. The Boswell Solar project will include 180,000 solar modules on about 600 acres. The two sites will have a combined capacity of around 204 megawatts….

Pop-up Plant Sale At Blacklist Brewery

DULUTH, Minn. — Sweet Green Platescapes hosted a plant sale at blacklist brewery Sunday. The owner hoping to get the word out about the benefits of plant ownership. Educating the public that plants not only add life to spaces, but also create positive mental health benefits gleaned by taking care of those little leafy friends. “Plants just make you so…

Ursa Minor Brewery Celebrates Oktoberfest and 6th Year Anniversary

DULUTH, Minn. — Ursa Minor wrapped up a weekend of fun and friends with a family day! They held their annual Oktoberfest which had something for every age group. The founders hope to use this Oktoberfest and Ursa Minor’s anniversary weekend to emphasize the importance of community engagement not only with beer, but also a tie dye station, and even…

Community Members Celebrate Find the Good Day

DULUTH, Minn. — The Junior League of Duluth got together to celebrate Find the Good Day. This day was started by the Association of Junior Leagues International. It’s about finding the good in yourself, your community, and the world around you. But they emphasize it’s not just a day on a calendar, it’s a movement to help knit the community…

Wild State Cider Seeking Apple Donations

DULUTH, Minn. — Wild State Cider is asking community members for apple donations from their very own apple trees. This is all for their 2024 People’s Cider. The business is currently short on apples and has only received enough fruit to make 2 kegs of cider. People can donate any types of apples as long as they are intact Pears…

Longtime Duluth Gas Station to Close on Friday

DULUTH, Minn. — A long-time gas station in Duluth is closing down after being open for close to 50 years. Officials at 4th Street Express were recently informed that their gas station equipment has aged. Tanks will need to be replaced and the investments for the replacements are not worth it. Because of this, the business will be closing their…

Detail and Dash Offers a New Product for the Northland

Detail and Dash is now a ceramic pro-elite dealer and is now certified in ceramic products.

  Superior, Wis.–Detail and Dash is now a ceramic pro-elite dealer certified in ceramic products for vehicles, boats, bikes and more. This new certification Detail and Dash has been rebranded to be known as Ceramic Pro Superior/Detail and Dash. A few of the new products that they offer for customers are ceramic coating, paint protection, window tint, and rust proofing. The owner…

Downtown Duluth Golf Event Proceeds Go Towards Outreach Position

DULUTH, Minn. — The sun was shining, and the clubs were swinging at Downtown Duluth’s 5th Annual September Slam Golf Event. The event happening at Ridgeview Country Club in Duluth is all about having fun while raising money. Proceeds go towards the Outreach position with their Clean and Safe Team. It is a grant funded position that is expiring. Nathan…

New Owner, New Vision For Duluth’s Former Anderson Furniture Bldg.

DULUTH, Minn.– The new owner of the 40-thousand square foot building has a dream to make it into what she calls a “mini mall.” Duluth entrepreneur DeBora Rachelle and her son are envisioning a restaurant and different shops on the first floor. The second and third floors could be for vacation rentals or a boutique hotel. And the fourth floor…

Zeitgeist Celebrates 15th Anniversary as Downtown Cultural Center

DULUTH, Minn. — When it comes to what’s in theaters or entertainment, no other place in town has quite as diverse a taste for media than the Zeitgeist. The arts and cultural center has been the place to get involved and enjoy the works of local artists, performers, and filmmakers. Saturday, the Zeitgeist is celebrating their annual Spirit of the…

New Owners of Duluth Paper Plant Propose to Expand Facility

DULUTH, Minn. — A new company that has taken over the reigns of the vacant paper mill along I-35 and is planning to expand operations. Sofidel American Corp hopes to build four new buildings, adding nearly 600,000 square feet to the infrastructure of the Duluth facility. It would likely double workforce and triple the production plants footprint. The project could…

Essentia Health To Drop Medicare Advantage Plans With UnitedHealthcare, Humana

Essentia Health is dropping in-network coverage for 20,000 patients who have Medicare Advantage plans through UnitedHealthcare and Humana. Essentia said those two companies are too often “denying or delaying” patient care at more than twice the rate of other Medicare Advantage plans. “This was not a decision we made lightly. The frequent denials and associated delays negatively impact our ability…

Arrowhead Surgery Center Celebrates One Year of Business

DULUTH, Minn. — A specialty clinic in Duluth is celebrating one year since opening. Dr. Jared Broadway had a dream of starting his own business to assist with spine and neck issues. This dream became a reality as they opened the Arrowhead Surgery Center. What started off as United Healthcare cubicles, transformed into a surgery center. Dr. Broadway says, day…

Lake Superior Harvest Festival Celebrates 30 Years

DULUTH, Minn. — Bayfront Park was the place to be this weekend for the 30th annual Lake Superior Harvest Festival. The grounds were packed Saturday with people enjoying everything from live music to home-goods and produce shopping. There was also an energy fair to explore. A local farmer and his family have been selling at the festival for years. Here’s…

Public Hearing Mon., Sept. 9 On SWL&P’s Proposed Rate Increases

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Residents in Superior are invited to a public hearing Monday involving rate increases proposed by Superior Water Light and Power (SWL&P). The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin is hosting the public hearing at 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. at the Government Center in Superior, room 270.  The overall proposed increase is 5.9%, or about $7.3 million. This…

Sharp Divisions Persist Over Walz’s Response To Riots After George Floyd’s Murder

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Gov. Tim Walz faced the biggest crisis of his political career when Minnesota’s two largest cities erupted in protests and riots after a white Minneapolis police officer killed George Floyd. The Black man’s murder in 2020 sparked a nationwide reckoning over racial discrimination and police misconduct. His death, and its complicated aftermath, tested Walz’s leadership at one…

Press Conference Highlights Small Business Plans for Harris & Walz

SUPERIOR, Wis.– A press conference highlighting the importance of small business communities took place in Superior today. Earlier this week, the Harris and Walz campaign announced a ten-fold increase proposal in the small business tax deduction for startup costs. They hope this plan will be a game changer for entrepreneurs with dreams of starting up a business of their own….

Earth Exchange Looks for New Buyers

SUPERIOR, Wis. — A long-time thrift store looking for new owners. The announcement comes after owners say they are up against some health challenges. Earth Exchange opened their Superior location in 2008. The thrifting business has always been home to large furniture sets, upcycled clothes, DVDs, and more. But now are looking to sell the whole business. Earth Exchanged announced…

Noodles & Company Opens Sept. 11 In Superior

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Noodles & Company is one week away from opening in Superior. The establishment is located at 1624 Belknap Street, which is near the Superior Public Library. The doors open Wednesday, Sept. 11. The company describes the chain as a fast-casual brand serving globally-inspired noodle dishes, among other items like salads. This is the second Twin Ports location. …

Spartan Staff get in Spirit

SUPERIOR, Wis. — While most back to school events are geared towards getting students excited about being back in the classroom, the Superior School District is getting its teachers and staff in the spirit. Faculty from all of Superior’s schools gathered at the high school for some socializing, food, and Olympic themed fun. Dressed to represent their individual schools, staff…

Tenants Report Piles Of Trash In Lincoln Park Apartments Bldg.; Owner Responds

Submitted by tenant DULUTH, Minn. —  Tenants of the Lincoln Park Apartments, formerly a middle school, are not happy with growing trash in and outside the building. Submitted by tenant Photos and video show overflowing garbage shoots and piles of trash in hallways, along with bugs. Click here for video. When FOX 21 reached out to the building’s owner, Sherman…

New Downtown Duluth Jewelry Store Burglarized

DULUTH, Minn. –  FOX 21 has learned a new downtown Duluth jewelry store was burglarized just weeks after opening. After inquiring about the crime with the Duluth Police Department on Friday, Aug. 25, a police spokesperson said Genereau & Co. Jewelry on the 200-block of East Superior Street was broken into during the overnight hours of Wednesday, July 24. “The…

MnDOT, Duluth Chamber Applaud Reopening Of Blatnik Bridge, I-35 Connection

It was a day in history Tuesday for MnDOT’s Twin Ports Interchange project, as I-35 ramps to and from the Blatnik Bridge officially re-opened for business. “We know there’s still construction. There’s going to be for months to come, but anytime there’s an opportunity to celebrate some new accessibility for our businesses, both in Duluth and Superior, that’s great,” said…

Bong Bridge Construction In 2025; Public Meeting Wednesday

SUPERIOR, Wis. — A public meeting is set for Wed., Aug. 21, at the Superior Public Library to talk about construction plans for the Bong Bridge. The meeting takes place from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. The project includes concrete surface repairs and replacing light poles, some of which came down during accidents and storms. Click there for an overview…

Perdue Recalls 167K Pounds Of Chicken Nuggets

(AP) ASSOCIATED PRESS: Check your freezer. Perdue Foods is recalling more than 167,000 pounds of frozen chicken nuggets and tenders after some customers reported finding metal wire embedded in the products. According to Perdue and the U.S. Agriculture Department’s Food Safety and Inspection Service, the recall covers select lots of three products: Perdue Breaded Chicken Tenders, Butcher Box Organic Chicken…