DULUTH, Minn.– Last year, when a nurse at Essentia Health was diagnosed with Leukemia and was eventually cured. Her friends and coworkers organized a bone marrow drive, and they’re now inspired to keep going. The bone marrow drive at Essentia is typically done every five years. But now, they’re bringing it back for the second year in a row. Recipients…
DULUTH, Minn.– Following what politicians are calling a rise in political violence, community members and city officials were invited today to sign a pledge to prevent this. The Civic Pledge for a Stronger Minnesota is dedicated to promoting civility and dialogue, over division and violence. The event is part of the ‘What Can We Do’ coalition. Which was inspired after…
DULUTH, Minn. — Local human services organizations gave the public a chance to see the Human Services Corridor and its impact in Duluth. CHUM, the Damiano Center, AICHO, Union Gospel Mission, Life House, and the Clayton Jackson McGhie Memorial presented as part of the tour. Attendees got to see how the organizations operate, work together, and address the needs of…
DULUTH,MINN- Brian Matuszak wears many hats — a college professor, a mentor, and an actor. But at his core, his greatest passion has always been comedy and the stage. Matuszak’s acting journey began in 1984 when he performed in Fools by Neil Simon at the Duluth Playhouse. “I auditioned for a few other shows but hadn’t been cast in anything,…
LUTSEN, Minn.– Lutsen mountains is open year-round with different seasons bringing in different opportunities. But while the leaves are turning it’s the biggest turn out the resort has all year. “Last year, on our busiest day, we had a record day. We had 4,600 people here. We have a lot of people that come up from the cities. We’ll have…
DULUTH,MINN- Body Electric celebrated the kick off to Spooky Season with the Gothic Ball on Saturday night. This is their third year hosting the event. Body electric is a performing company in the Twin Ports who perform at local gatherings. The money raised in the event will go to Body Electric to continue to do more shows throughout the…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Minnesota Ovarian Cancer Alliance hosted its annual Light Duluth Teal Gala over the weekend at the DECC. While it was all about raising money for continued ovarian cancer research and support of MOCA’s programs, the gala was also about celebrating and inspiring with cancer survivors and loved ones. Part of the DECC, Radison Hotel and Pier…
DULUTH, Minn. – The fourth annual Dixon’s Applepalooza welcoming fall with flavor and fun all weekend long at the Beaver River Farm Wedding and Events. People gathering for the free, family-friendly festival to kick off the fall season with truckloads of apples from the Dixon Apple Orchard, based in Cadott, Wisconsin. Every year, the weekend-long celebration is held on the…
CARLTON, Minn. — Nearly 200 people came together Saturday night to support Carlton County Animal Rescue’s foster program and its efforts to build a physical animal shelter. The Seasons of Love Gala was the first-ever fundraiser for the non-profit, which formed in 2022. The gala was held at the Four Seasons Event Center in Carlton. FOX 21’s Dan Hanger was…
DULUTH, Minn. – Western Lake Superior Habitat for Humanity hosting a homecoming and picnic outside at Munger Park. The nonprofit, which helps locals build and improve safe, affordable housing, brought neighbors, volunteers, and homeowners together to connect through the celebration of their mission. The event included games, raffles, music, food, and an opportunity to meet the people behind Western…
HERMANTOWN, Minn. — Funds were raised tonight in Hermantown as MAC’s “Shine for MAC” event welcomed members of the community On top of being used to raise funds for the organization, the event was all about providing a fun and sensory-safe space for kids and their families to come together and have fun, and when MAC reached out to partners…
DULUTH, Minn. — A teacher within Duluth Schools has just received news that she’ll be away from the classroom in the Spring, but for a good reason. “I’ll be based in Athens, and then, darn, I might have to go out to the islands in Greece to go visit schools that are doing awesome outdoor activities there as well.” Come…
DULUTH, Minn. — A local realtor teamed up with Chum to host a September sock drive to help those in need. Barbie’s Dream Homes of Edmunds Realty has collected around 1,500 pairs of socks this month during the drive. Community members have dropped off socks of all types and sizes, all going towards individuals and families in need. With cold…
DULUTH, Minn. – Sept. 27, 2025, marks ten years since indigenous woman Sheila St. Clair went missing from her home in Duluth. To honor her memory and highlight the ongoing crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous People, organizers are hosting a remembrance ceremony for Sheila. This event is intended to bring the community together to support and empathize with victims, families,…
DULUTH, Minn. — The City of Duluth has announced a new feedback survey. Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert announced Thursday a new community feedback survey aimed at helping the city better understand resident priorities, evaluate city services, and shape future investments and policy decisions. The survey was created in partnership with UMD’s Labovitz School of Business and Economics. Intended only for…
DULUTH, Minn. — People were partying for a good cause last night at a fundraiser gala for Life House. The gala featured live music, a raffle, games, and more. This fundraiser was a celebration of 10 years of the Sol House program. Sol House offers a safe supportive home for teens who’ve experienced sexual exploitation or trafficking. They’ve provided specialized…
DULUTH, Minn. – Local artists getting together for a block party today in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Duluth. ‘Minnesconsin Gallery and Gifts’ hosted the free event, bringing neighbors together for an evening of connection and celebration through art, live music, food, and activities for kids. It’s a way for artists to share their work while allowing people to shop…
DULUTH, Minn. – Local animal crisis shelter, “Puppa’s Pals”, hosting its third annual “Wags and Wine” fundraiser at Pike Lake Golf Club. The non-profit provides short-term foster care, medical support, and resource support to help pet owners during times of crisis. The main focus of Puppa’s Pals is to prevent people from having to surrender their pets by fostering them…
CHISHOLM, Minn.– The Minnesota Discovery center is making the most of their mine land reclamation site. With the shuttle already on deck, this opportunity was bound to happen. “We use it primarily for water recreation, and then we also pick up mountain bikers trail side with it. But this fall, we decided to repurpose it for fall color tours, and…
SUPERIOR, Wiss. – Representative Angela Stroud holds a town hall meeting at the Superior Public Library regarding the Wisconsin state budget on school funding. Under the state’s new budget, the Superior School District is projecting a loss of $1.8 million in state general aid. This will increase local property taxes to help offset the decrease in district funding. Stroud spoke…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Superior locals were invited to the S.S Meteor in order to honor the S.S Edmund Fitzgerald. The event was part of Superior Historic Properties’ “History Talks” series, with this evening’s showcase involving the history of the Fitzgerald. While this specific evening was all about the 50 years since the “The Mighty Fitz” sank, the series itself covers…
Boreal Waters Community Foundation Logo DULUTH, Min. – The Boreal Waters Community Foundation (formerly Duluth Superior Area Community Foundation) has awarded $1.34 million in Community Opportunity Fund grants to 32 nonprofits. That’s the largest grant cycle in its 40+ year history. “We are stewards of these resources, and the best way to honor our donors’ vision is to make sure their…
DULUTH, Minn. — The St. Louis Riverfront Alliance held a community event at Chambers Grove Park on Wednesday. The “Riverfront Memories” event aimed to connect community members to the St. Louis River. There were opportunities for people to share personal reflections about what the river means to them. The event also had various activities including a river walk, geocaching and…
DULUTH, Minn.– Over the course of three days this week Duluth will have some firefighter visitors around town. They are participating in the nationwide ‘Fill the Boot’ program. Since 1954, the International Association of Firefighters has helped raised money for Muscular Dystrophy Association. Duluth Fire as well as the 148th Air National Guard fire team will be scattered around numerous…
DULUTH, Minn. — Downtown businesses have come together to support blood donations in the Twin Ports. The Memorial Blood Bus will be parked outside of one of the 8 currently participating businesses every 8 weeks. 8 weeks being the safe minimum amount of time you can go between donations. Wednesday, September 24th, the bus was parked outside the Giant office…
CARLTON COUNTY, Minn. — If you love supporting animals, there’s a big fundraising event happening Saturday to help build an animal shelter for Carlton County Animal Rescue. The “Seasons of Love” event is Saturday, Sept. 27 at the Four Seasons Event Center in Carlton. Doors open at 6 p.m., but VIP ticket holders get extra fun starting at 5 p.m….
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Members of the UW-Superior student body and surrounding community came together to mourn the assassination of Charlie Kirk. The event was hosted by the college’s “Young Americans for Freedom” student organization and despite being held on the college’s campus the night of prayer was meant to heal not just students, but anyone in the Twin Ports in…
HERMANTOWN, Minn. – People gathering at the Hermantown YMCA to give the St. Louis County Public Works community input regarding the Active Transportation Plan for West Arrowhead Road. The project’s main focus is the stretch between Haines Road and Rice Lake Road, where heavy traffic and limited pedestrian or bike accommodations can make travel for non-motorized users difficult. The overall…
DULUTH, Minn.– The results of a 2025 housing study was presented in Duluth today. The Maxfield housing study is conducted every five years for the city of Duluth. And the results show, that before 20-5, Duluth has a demand for over 8,000 housing units before 2035. During the presentation, Duluth housing officials are collaborating with staff and partners to create…
DULUTH, Minn.– The Breezy Point 5k has been an Island Lake tradition now for nearly two decades. And this year, they hit the finish line with quite the donation. The Breezy Point 5k got its start seventeen years ago in the organizer’s backyard, with only 75 runners. But now, this year over 500 runners helped contribute to Minnesota teen challenge….
The Wildflower Boutique, Logo DULUTH, Min. – Locally owned “The Wildflower Boutique” will be opening the the Miller Hill Mall. The store celebrates individuality through a curated selection of women’s, plus-size, and men’s apparel. Its first day will be October 1, 2025. The store will be in between American Eagle and Bath and Body Works. The store says it has “multiple…
DULUTH, Min. – PBS North announced in a news release the final broadcast of Almanac North will take place October 2, 2025. The news release continued to read, “With shifts in available funding and a need to focus resources where PBS North can provide the greatest community impact, PBS North has determined that now is the right time to bring…
(MinnPost/AP) – Whether it comes from courtrooms or the Capitol, Minnesota’s cannabis laws look in need of clarification in response to wide interpretations by cities. Local governments by law can cap the number of cannabis retailers, place restrictions on where businesses are located and set hours of operation. Prohibition is a step too far. Cities are using the law’s language, or finding…
DULUTH, Minn. — Minnesota Power celebrated the first of many Electric Vehicle fast chargers being installed across the region. A network of 16 fast chargers is planned to be finished by the end of the year. The goal is to reduce Range Anxiety – the fear of running out of battery because no chargers were nearby. “There will be four…
DULUTH, Minn.– Zeitgeist, a theater in downtown Duluth is gearing up for what they’re calling an ‘exciting’ show. ‘La Ronde’ is adults only French play that centers around the concept of sexual encounters in society. Robert Lee, an actor in the Duluth community, adapted the script, to fit modern sensibilities. Lee said he has wanted to direct this show for…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Folk School is currently fundraising to help renovate the back side of the building into more classrooms and workshops. The school has been offering classes since 2016, and the surrounding community has grown over the years. There is currently one classroom available, located on the second floor, making it less accessible. Their main goal is…
DULUTH, Min. – The Minneapolis VA Health Care System is offering multiple walk-in flu shot clinics for Veterans during October 2025. The Northland flu shot clinics will be on Thursdays Oct. 2, 9, and 23, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. at: Albert Lea, 2115 East Main Street, Albert Lea, MN Chippewa Valley, 475 Chippewa Mall Drive, Suite 418, Chippewa Falls, WI…
DULUTH, Minn. — The 41st annual Chester Bowl Fall Fest brought out one packed crowd Saturday. Local food, artists, crafts and live music were all there. Donations were accepted to help Chester Bowl’s cause to allow kids the chance to go to their winter and summer camps. From pizza and beer, to bunnies and tie-dying shirts, the weekend brought something…
DULUTH, Minn. — A Walk to End Alzheimer’s brought out families, caregivers and people affected by the disease over the weekend in Duluth. Walkers were there to help raise money to find a cure for the disease. They carried flowers that symbolized the different ways the Alzheimer’s touches their lives. But one color was missing, and that is the driving…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Needle Art Guild held their first meeting of the year September 22nd, continuing a 52-year tradition. The Guilds’ goal is to foster and contribute to art and crafts in the community. They focus on needle arts, including embroidery, needlepoint, and more. Each meeting has stitching time, a break for lunch, and a guest speaker. Today’s guest…
DULUTH, Minn.– Milton Michael Myschack, 61, of Duluth was randomly attacked with a large rock while walking under an overpass bordering Canal Park, according to his brother, Philip Myschack. The entire altercation was recorded on a cell phone where you can see a group of teens cornering Myschack before being knocked to the ground with the rock. “I really believe…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Preservation Alliance putting on its annual historic properties tour today. The long-standing annual event focuses on opening up historic buildings, residential and commercial, to the public for a chance to learn about some of Duluth’s rich history. Every year, the location and theme change, allowing for every area of Duluth to be showcased. This year,…
DULUTH, Minn. – Ursa Minor Brewing is wrapping up its weekend-long Oktoberfest with some family fun today. This year’s Oktoberfest doubled as the brewery’s seventh anniversary. The free four-day event featured a variety of live music, face painting, German trivia, stein holding, and concluded today with a Kids and Family Day. The Duluth Children’s Museum, Great Lakes Aquarium, Lake Superior…
DULUTH, Minn. — It’s all Lederhosen and beer steins as Ursa Minor Brewing is holding their annual Oktoberfest. The cultural celebration, which also doubles as the brewery’s 7th anniversary party, is a rain-or-shine event, with the weather not putting a damper on the festivities. “Unfortunately, we didn’t get the best weather, but that’s all right, we have plenty of covered…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth area YMCA partnered with Wild State Cider as the two came together to fundraise for a good cause. The partners’ “Pints for a Purpose” event raised funds for the YMCA, with a dollar from every cider bought being donated to the organization’s “Food Access Program,” which helps provide meals for locals who need them. “We…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Northland’s “Tour of Lights” is looking for some Christmas helpers. Bentleyville is beginning its set-up for its 2025 season, and is looking for volunteers to help prepare and maintain the free attraction for the holidays. Set-up takes place on the weekends, with food provided for the folks setting up, and Wednesday evenings. The event has been…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — The Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center is currently hosting an event to honor the nation’s prisoners of war and those missing in action. The event, which runs from Sept. 19, to Sept. 21, will feature a “Missing Man Table,” a ceremonial tribute to remember POWs, MIAs, and fallen service members. Members from the American Legion Post…
HIBBING, Minn. — Advanced Machine Guarding Solutions (AMGS) has opened its new manufacturing facility in Hibbing. AMGS manufactures equipment that is designed to protect and guard machinery. The protective paneling, fencing, doors and other equipment keep workers and machines safe. Equipment produced at the facility is even used to protect the machines that built it. The new state-of-the-art facility allows…
Coyote Millie Trading Card DULUTH, Min. – The Lake Superior Zoo now has a 2025–2026 trading card collection. It features 15 animals including: Alaskan brown bear, axolotl, bald eagle, Burmese python, capybara, caribou, Chilean rose-haired tarantula, coyote, North American river otter, pygmy slow loris, red-footed tortoise, red panda, ring-tailed lemur, sand cat, and three-banded armadillo. You can get the cards…
DULUTH, Minn. — Lake Superior College turned back the time in order to celebrate 80 years of education. Students, faculty, alumni, and curious community members were treated to a packed house at the campus, with dozens of booths lined up featuring various clubs and programs that the school has to offer. Much of the theme of the event centered around…
