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The Arc Northland Looks to Help Navigate the Workforce, Benefits

The Arc Northland Provides Resources and Assistance to People Living with Disabilities in the Region

DULUTH, Minn. – A free workshop happening on Tuesday, September 18 will help people with disabilities learn the possibilities of working and also keeping the proper benefits. The workshop will take place at the Duluth Workforce Development Center located at 402 West First Street. Folks are also able to participate via video conferencing. The workshop will provide information to people…

Look Inside Historic Homes and Properties this Sunday in Duluth

The Duluth Preservation Alliance is Proud to Present the 38th Annual Historic Properties Tour

DULUTH, Minn. – The Zenith City will be on full display this Sunday, September 16 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. during the Duluth Preservation Alliance’s 38th Annual Historic Properties Tour. The tour will allow curious and interested Northlanders the chance to wander inside and out of five historic gems around the city of Duluth. Tickets are $20 dollars and can…

KYN: Superior Public Library Grand Reopening

The library has been around for 130 years and staff tell us they are happy with this recent makeover.

SUPERIOR, Wis. – When was the last time you stopped by the superior public library to check out your favorite book? Well now you’ll have even more reasons to visit. Kay Fredrickson has lived in superior for 20 years. She’s been coming to the superior public library for nearly the same amount of time. “I belong to the book club,”…

Red Cross Needs More Volunteers for Hurricane Florence

Like Before, Red Cross Looks to Northland to Answer the Call

DULUTH, Minn.- The Northland chapter of the Red Cross is on standby ready to respond as Hurricane Florence gets closer to the Carolinas. While the immediate concern is Hurricane Florence, there are two other disasters for the Red Cross to address. Hurricane Olivia is expected to rip through Hawaii, and Typhoon Mangkhut is already ravaging Guam. So far the Northland only…

Barker’s Island Restoration Project Moving Along

The project is a collaboration with the Wisconsin DNR, City of Superior, and Area of Concern partners. 

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Barker’s Island Beach is closed as restoration work is underway to reduce levels of E. coli. City leaders believe the restoration project will help more people enjoy Barker’s Island. The goal of the project is to remove sources that potentially contribute to the E. coli levels including storm runoff, waterfowl, and trash. Over 17 hundred feet of trail will be…

Northland Volunteers Needed for NorthShore Inline Marathon

Race Officials say They're in Need of Volunteers for the 2018 NorthShore Inline Marathon

DULUTH, Minn. – Race officials with the NorthShore Inline Marathon say their office space is diminishing as final preps are underway this week for the annual event. The Marathon is in it’s 23rd year, attracting over 2,000 athletes and spectators to the Twin Ports. This year’s events will kick off on Friday, September 14 with the annual Expo and packet…

Fall Feelings at Chester Bowl This Saturday

The 34th Annual Fall Festival is Happening Saturday, September 15

DULUTH, Minn. – Feelings of fall will be in full force as folks are invited to check out the 34th Annual Fall Fest at Chester Bowl Saturday, September 15. The annual event will run from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. In case of heavy rain or severe weather, the event would be pushed to Sunday, September 16 with the same…

Skyline Spikes Out ALS

Bowling Alley Plays Spikeball For the First Time for ALS

DULUTH, Minn.- A new sport is beginning to sweep the Northland, and it’s helping raise money for a good cause. Skyline lanes had its inaugural “Spike Out ALS” Spikeball tournament on Sunday. Spikeball is a lot like volleyball, just with a smaller ball, four players, and a circular net on the ground. It’s been gaining popularity in recent years with college…

Golden Grand-Girls at Primrose

Take a Look at Some Great Grandparents on National Grandparents' Day

DULUTH, Minn.- Happy National Grandparents’ Day! And Minnesota grandparents are especially happy. According to Google search trends, Minnesota is the number one state where people are most grateful for their grandparents. Of course the most common form of gratitude is spoiling, which minnesota apparently does a lot to its grandparents. To find out more, we visited Primrose Retirement Community in…

Chicken Poop Bingo Drops On Lake Superior Harvest Fest

Locally Laid Company Brings Game to Duluth for the First Time

DULUTH, Minn.- A deuce full of fun is dropping at lake superior harvest fest. For the first time ever, chicken poop bingo has come to Duluth. For free, each human contestant gets a number, then waits and hopes for five minutes that one of the chicken players in the pen lays a number two on their number. Surprisingly, this game has…

Tribute to the Troops Banquet

Marshall School Gym Holds Banquet for Fallen Heroes' Families

DULUTH, Minn.- The Marshall School gym went red white and blue, as a tribute to the troops dinner and concert were held there. Just follow the stars and stripes balloons to the gymnasium, where the banquet hosted active duty soldiers, Vietnam veterans, and gold star families, many of whom lost husbands, wives, daughters, and sons. “I think he’d be really happy….

Duluth Drag Race Rages Down Garfield

11th Annual Kia of Duluth Drag Races and Car Show Kicks Off

DULUTH, Minn.- It’s time to get in your hot rods and rev up those engines, because the 11th Annual Kia of Duluth drag race and car show has taken over town again, going through Sunday. Hundreds showed up to watch those roadsters race. The engines roar, pulsating through the ground, up through everyone’s bodies. Those motors sound the alarm: it’s time…

Super Big Block Party Rocks Downtown Duluth

Annual outdoor concert is all about bringing the community together

DULUTH, Minn. – Downtown Duluth was rocking on Saturday night for the Super Big Block Party on East First Street. Red Herring Lounge owner and event producer, Bob Monahan, says the outdoor concert is all about bringing the community together around art and music. “Bringing next level artists to Duluth, people that maybe tour internationally, people that play massive festivals,…

Tim Walz Visits Northland

Walz Stops by Grant Community Center to talk Education

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth’s Grant Recreation Center got a visit from DFL gubernatorial candidate Tim Walz on Friday. Walz met with the Duluth Community Schools Collaborative to discuss education concerns. “I think it’s just great for Tim to come visit and see what’s happening in our schools,” said DCSC Board Chair Bernie Burnham. “And understand the importance of community schools, and…

Young Gardeners Show Fruits of Their Labor at Hills Harvest Fest

About 100 teens and young adults from the Hills worked together to harvest and grow their own food.

DULUTH, Minn. – Because of privacy laws we aren’t able to show you the faces of the young people who are at the center of Hills Harvest Fest, but their work was proudly on display. You can see it but if only you could taste the food from the 20th Annual Hills Harvest Fest, you’d be in for a treat. The Hills…

Inline Marathon Moves Finish Line

Finish Line and Expo Move to DECC

DULUTH, Minn.- The largest inline marathon in North America is going through some big changes this year. The finish line at the 23rd Annual Northshore Inline Marathon will be moved 900 feet back along the course to the bay-side of the DECC, due to the Minnesota slip and sea wall construction project going on there. It was previously in front of…

Duluth Drag Race & Car Show

Anywhere from 5,000- 10,000 thousand fans will be around during the two-day event.

DULUTH, Minn. The 11th Annual KIA of Duluth Drag Race & Car Show is racing back to the streets of the Northland on Garfield Avenue. You’ll see more than 300 fast cars and about half of them will be part of drag races based on class. Anywhere from 5,000- 10,000 thousand fans will be around during the two-day event. A new year…

Superior Library Grand Reopening

The Superior Public Library has about 150 thousand items including books, DVDs and CDs.

SUPERIOR, Wis. – When was the last time you stopped by the Superior Public Library to check out your favorite book? Well now you’ll have even more reasons to visit. After going through eight months of renovations, the Superior Public Library is showing off its new look. As soon as you walk in, you’re greeted by murals featuring Superior’s history….

Are You Ready For Some Football?

Brittney Merlot Attends Football Practice With The Cloquet Lumberjakcs In This Week's Active Adventures!

CLOQUET, Minn. — It’s that time of year again, FOOTBALL SEASON! Let’s kick it off with Brittney Merlot practicing with the Cloquet Lumberjacks high school football team, as they get ready to face Denfeld Friday night. See how she does running drills and kicking field goals in this week’s Active Adventures! Categories: Active Adventures, Community, Features, Minnesota, News, News –…

Teal Promotes Talks of Ovarian Cancer Awareness this Month

Throughout the Month of September, Northlanders are Raising Awareness of Ovarian Cancer

DULUTH, Minn. – Throughout the month of September, teal will help promote the conversation of awareness for ovarian cancer. According to the Minnesota Ovarian Cancer Alliance (MOCA), ovarian cancer is sometimes called the “silent killer” because the symptoms are often easily overlooked until the disease has progressed to the advanced stages. MOCA has planned a weekend of inspiration to raise funds for…

Walk Through History this Saturday in Superior

The Douglas County Historical Society is Presenting the 4th Annual Living History Walking Tour

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – It’s time once again for Superior’s past to come to life as the Douglas County Historical Society is proud to present the 4th Annual Living History Walk Saturday, September 8. The event is taking place at Greenwood Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. Talented re-enactors will be portraying real-life characters from the Twin Port’s past, and developing a connection with…

St. Scholastica Welcomes the Class of 2022

Students were advised to join clubs, make new friends and get out of their comfort zones.

DULUTH, Minn. – The College of St. Scholastica (CSS) knows how to welcome the class of 2022. More than 500 freshman and transfer students were at the 2018 Opening School Convocation. Students also walked with alumni from the Heritage Club, which includes those who graduated 50 years ago. The convocation is an introduction to students as they begin a new…

Potluck for Books

Community Event in Lincoln Park to Collect Books

DULUTH, Minn.- Lincoln Park families got to hang out and eat some good food at the Harrison Community Center on Thursday, all to take in books for children in need. Books like Clifford the Big Red Dog were collected for the Big Red Bookshelf (appropriately enough) by the Northern Expressions Arts Collective. Parents, children, and community volunteers gathered to share some…

Life House Earns Top Award For Commitment to Homeless Youth

Within the last year Life House has helped more than 800 young people in at least one of its programs and housed 58 teens and young adults in the housing units.

DULUTH, Minn. – Life House staff say it feels great to be recognized with an award even though it came as a complete surprise. Life House in Duluth has a lot to brag about. It’s one of six top human service organizations in the state to receive the Commissioner’s Circle of Excellence Award. “That’s really a big deal, just really…

Evers Stops in Superior

DFL WI Governor Candidate Talks at Thirsty Pagan

SUPERIOR, Wis.-A Democratic candidate for the governor’s race in Wisconsin was in Superior tonight. Tony Evers addressed future voters at Thirsty Pagan. The State Superintendent of Public Instruction was joined by his running mate Mandela Barnes and also by former longtime Senator Bob Jauch. “I know not everybody in this room voted for me, I’m not going to ask you to…

Candy Store Helping Your Sweet Tooth and the Troops

The annual Fudge for Troops campaign sells 600 pounds in Duluth alone.

DULUTH, Minn.-Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory is giving a pretty good excuse to eat some sweets guilt free. It’s the annual Fudge for Troops Campaign. For every piece of fudge you buy at the Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, one is sent over in a care package to our troops “We try to keep it local with the troops, it’s just something…

Newly Pinned Duluth Sheriff’s Deputy Follows Father’s Footsteps

Eight sheriff's deputies and 14 correctional officers took an oath to serve during the ceremony.

DULUTH, Minn.- While growing up many kids have their dream job picked out, but it can change over time. On Thursday, a childhood dream of working in dad’s profession came true. For 24 years and counting, Trevor Banks has been serving St. Louis County and with the clip of a badge, his son Tanner, is now a sheriff’s deputy just…

33rd Annual Duluth Rotary Rose Sale Starts Today

The 33rd Annual Rotary Rose Sale will Benefit the Northland Community

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Rotary Club begins its 33rd Annual Rose Sale Thursday, September 6. The sale will run through Thursday, October 4. Roses will be sold throughout the Duluth, Superior region for $20 dollars a dozen. The flowers will be available in red or multi-colored lollipop. Folks purchasing a bouquet of roses will also receive a complimentary coupon…

Golf Scramble to Benefit Gordon Good Neighbor Days

The Golf Scramble is Happening Sunday, September 9

GORDON, Wisc. – Folks looking to enjoy the golf course and beautiful fall-like weather the Northland is experiencing have the chance to do so Sunday, September 9 in Gordon, Wisconsin. The Best Ball Golf Scramble will kick off at Forest Point Golf Course at 10:00 a.m. Participants will have until 2:00 to tee off. Food, drinks and prizes will also…

It’s Fun to Play at the YMCA

YMCA Open House from Sept. 4-9

DULUTH, Minn.- If you’re looking for a new way to get active this fall, or just want to change up your current workout, you can do so for free at the Duluth YMCA this week. Now through Sunday the 9th,  The “Y” is offering all of its services and programs to the public for free, no strings attached. That includes…

Longtime Duluth Teacher Retiring After 30 Year Career

Throughout her career Mrs. Ostazeski believes she's taught more than 1,000 students.

DULUTH, Minn. – Mary Ostazeski is known as Mrs.O and the kids love her. “She’s creative and she loves all of us,” said Lester Park Elementary School Student Grace Lyytinen. Mrs. O knew she wanted to be a teacher when she was in the fourth grade. Here she is as a student. “Then I started babysitting in my neighborhood, then…

Rev ‘Em Up to Ride to Clyde

Bike Night at Clyde Iron Works

DULUTH, Minn.- If you have two wheels and nowhere to go, Clyde Iron Works on Wednesday nights might be the place to be. Dozens of hogs of all types rode in for the “Ride to Clyde Bike Night” in Lincoln Park. Motorcycle diversity was the ideal outcome, to show that there’s more to motorcycles than just the Harley Davidson, according…

Fall Semester Begins at University of Wisconsin Superior

More than 2,500 undergraduate and more than 200 graduate students are enrolled at UWS.

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin Superior (UWS) is buzzing with excitement as the Yellowjackets are back on campus. Many students have been waiting for the fall semester to begin. Even the students who come from a small town school and make the transition to a bigger campus like UWS. “Making connections with classmates and professors; kind of learning…

Not Fall Color Season Just Yet but Duluth is Still Blooming

It's peak time at Duluth's Rose Garden.

DULUTH, Minn.- While you’re waiting for the fall colors now’s the perfect time to enjoy the rose garden in Duluth. Workers with the city of Duluth and volunteers have been hard at work all summer to keep the roses blooming into October. The caretakers are deadheading them, this is a process of cutting the roses helps keep them alive much…

Experience the St. Louis River Aboard the Vista Fleet

The Annual St. Louis River Experience Voyage is Tuesday, September 11, 2018

DULUTH, Minn. – Folks looking to take a cruise on the St. Louis River have the chance to do so aboard the Vista Fleet on Tuesday, September 11. The event is being put on by the St. Louis River Alliance. Folks will start boarding the Vista at 5:00 Tuesday evening, depart at 5:30 and return to the dock around 7:00….

Animal Answers: A Call of the Wild LIVE in Studio

The Lake Superior Zoo Stopped by FOX 21 Local News with Three Critters Wednesday Morning

DULUTH, Minn. – The Lake Superior Zoo is a fun place for many families to gather and connect with their wild side. Wednesday morning, FOX 21 Local News hosted Jessamy Schwartz from the Lake Superior Zoo. Schwartz brought along three animals most people know little about in depth. A nine-month-old hedgehog, a tortoise and a Skittles the snake helped inform…

Tall Ships to Rendezvous in Bayfield this Weekend

The First Bayfield Classic Boat and Schooner Rendezvous is Happening September 7 - 9 in Bayfield

BAYFIELD, Wisc. – Tall ships will not be docking in the Duluth, Superior harbor in the near future, but they will be on display in Bayfield. Lake Superior Tall Ships is proud to present classic wooden boats and schooners in the Bayfield harbor September 7 – 9, 2018. Visitors will be able to enjoy the beautiful views and educational tours as…

“The Realistic Joneses” to Premiere at Zeitgeist

The Performance of "The Realistic Joneses" will Open Thursday, September 6 at Zeitgeist Teatro Zuccone

DULUTH, Minn. – Comedy will mix with real life occurrences on Thursday, September 7 during the premiere of “The Realistic Joneses,” at Zeitgeist Teatro Zuccone in downtown Duluth. Zeitgeist is proud to present their first independent production at the venue. This production will mark the regional debut of “The Realistic Joneses.” The show was selected as one of the top “25 new…

Coffee Conversation: Minnesota Mile to Attract Hundreds this Friday

The Minnesota Mile Sponsored by Grandma's Marathon will Take Over Skyline Parkway Friday, September 7

DULUTH, Minn. – Northlanders are welcome to sign up now as an individual or team member for the 12th annual Minnesota Mile taking place on Friday, September 7. The course will be set along Duluth’s Skyline Parkway. Participants will run a one mile loop while enjoying breathtaking views of Lake Superior, the St. Louis River Bay and the start of…

Fun for Families at the Great Northern Classic Rodeo

Hundreds of fans filled the stands watching cattle roping and other events

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Cattle roping, bull riding and more exciting events brought hundreds out to the rodeo in Superior. Horses, cattle, cowboys, and rodeo clowns are all part of the spectacle at the annual Great Northern Classic Rodeo. “It’s the best family entertainment you can find,” said Great Northern Classic Board Member Wayne Lehr. “Good clean fun.” Stands full of…

One Dead After Friday Night Shooting in Duluth

Officials Say the Shooting Happened on the 100 Block of West First Street

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Police are investigating a fatal shooting after responding to a call at 12:55 Friday night on the 100 block of West 1st Street. When police arrived, they found a 31-year-old male with a gunshot wound. According to officials, the male was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead. Authorities say the shooting does…

Hotels Hustling for Labor Day

Pier B Among Hotels Experiencing Increased Business on Holiday

DULUTH, Minn.-For those who don’t want to spend the three days outdoors, there’s always indoor camping in a hotel room this Labor Day Weekend. For area hotels like Pier B, Labor Day comes during the height of the busy season. With summer coming to a close, they say families looking for a last minute vacation come knocking. Where they come…

Rough Ridin’ at Superior Rodeo

Great Northern Classic Rodeo Kicks Off at Tri-State Fairgrounds

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Grab your cowboy boots and saddle up! The 27th Annual Great Northern Classic Rodeo kicked off Friday in Superior. Andrew, the energy was high, the horses hyped, and the smell was ripe. Riders tonight showed their support for breast cancer victims, by showing they were tough enough to wear pink. As hundreds of cowboy hats lined the stands at…

Four Dead, One Rescued Near Apostle Islands

The Incident Was Reported on Thursday, August 30 to the Ashland County Sheriff's Office

ASHLAND COUNTY, Wisc. – Tragedy has struck the Apostle Islands. Three children, ages three, six, and nine and their father are dead after their kayak capsized on Thursday. Officials tell us a family of five went kayaking Thursday afternoon but the winds started to pick up to Around 15 to 20 mph, causing the kayak to capsize. The mother was…

Woman Shot at the Econolodge Hotel in Hermantown

The Hermantown Police Department Reports the Suspect as 21-Year-Old Benny Ray Urrutia of Duluth

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Officials with the Hermantown Police Department report one woman is now hospitalized after suffering a gunshot wound early Friday morning. Officers first responded to the Econolodge Hotel in Hermantown on reports of shots being fired and a female screaming. Witnesses report seeing a male wearing a red sweatshirt shove a female into a dark colored SUV. Witnesses say…

Help Northland Families Have the “Best Christmas Ever!”

Nominations for the 2018 "Best Christmas Ever" Will Open Saturday, September 1 and Close Thursday, November 15

DULUTH, Minn. – Although were still months away from snow on the ground (hopefully), it’s never too late to start thinking about the Holiday Season and making it special. Best Christmas Ever is a non-profit organization working to partner with business leaders and communities across the country to lift up families who have fallen on difficult times due to health…

Postponed: Movies in the Park, Friday, August 31

Tonight's "Movies in the Park" featuring Despicable Me 3 will be Postponed to Friday, September 7

DULUTH, Minn. – The Greater Downtown Council has decided to postpone tonight’s Movies in the Park series until Friday, September 7. The summer series will still show Despicable Me 3 next Friday. The call comes as severe weather is expected to push into the Northland throughout the afternoon and evening hours. Officials say the weather does, however, look just fine…