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Glensheen’s Formal Garden Back Open To The Public

Glensheen's formal garden officially reopened today after a year of reconstruction and restoration.

DULUTH, Minn. — Glensheen’s formal garden officially reopened today after a year of reconstruction and restoration. With the support from legislators and construction staff, Glensheen was able to use part of a 4 million dollar bonding proposal to do a complete teardown and rebuild. They brought the planting plan back to what they call the period of significance. The public…

Overdose Remembrance and Awareness Event

SUPERIOR, Wis. – August 31st is international Overdose Awareness Day. It’s a day to remember and grieve those who have been lost to addiction and overdose. On Wednesday, the people of Superior came together at Billings Park to address addiction in the community. “As of August, we have lost 13 people, just here in Superior to overdose. We need to…

Neighborhood Youth Services Finds a New Home

DULUTH, Minn. – A barbeque and open house celebration was held in honor of Neighborhood Youth Services joining the Family Freedom Center. The Hills Youth and Family Services closed its doors in 2021 and since, Neighborhood Youth Services has been without a permanent home. The Family Freedom Center took over the Neighborhood Youth Services program on August 1st after months…

Tribute Fest Helps Raise Money For Local Veterans

DULUTH, Minn.– The sound of live music filled the air at Bayfront for this years Tribute Fest send off. The two day concert brought out veterans and community members to enjoy a festival that helps raise money for veterans who are experiencing homelessness. Veterans say they were touched to see how many people came out on the gloomy day, all…

Northwoods Opens New Crisis Stabilization Shelter

DULUTH, Minn.– Northwood Children’s Services has officially opened a Crisis Stabilization Center to attend to the growing need of children experiencing mental health issues, especially after the past few years. “Unfortunately the pandemic, as everybody knows, has really exasperated mental health issues and concerns with kids,” Richard Wollet, Northwoods Children’s Services President, said. “Unfortunately at the same time the capacity…

Community Construction Program Holds Second Open House

DULUTH, Minn.– The Community Construction Program held their second open house Thursday, over in West Duluth. A partnership between the Housing Redevelopment Authority in Duluth, and Community Action Duluth, launched the Community Construction Program back in 2019. This program focuses on giving those who are disadvantaged, a job turning houses that need substantial work into affordable housing within the community….

“Love Your Block” Grants to Clean Up Blight

DULUTH, Minn.– The city of Duluth is rewarding those willing to clean up blighted areas with grants from its “Love Your Block” program. Wednesday, four more community members were given the grants worth up to $1,500. This round of grants will support waste removal in the Central Hillside neighborhood, fixing a property’s front entrance on West Fourth Street, making repairs…

DECC Promotes Freebies To Attract Big Parties Of 200 Or More People

DULUTH, Minn. – The DECC announced its new “Duluthy Deal” on Tuesday. For the months of November and December, groups booking a lunch or dinner event with 200 or more people can take advantage of a free room rental and free skating. The DECC is offering this deal valued at roughly $4,000 for free as a way to ‘combat loneliness…

Eighth Annual Operation K-9

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Operation K-9 returned to the Northland for it’s eighth year, presenting the public with a show of talent from police dogs across the area. Taking part were K-9’s and their handlers from five local law-enforcement agencies: St. Louis County, Douglas County, Duluth Police, Superior Police, and Hermantown. “It’s a great time, this is something the dogs love…

Billings Park Days Returns for 8th Year

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Saturday was the second day of the 8th annual Billings Park Days, a celebration of this Superior neighborhood. The two day festival is all about getting the community together in a family-friendly fashion. After Friday’s car show and fireworks, Saturday’s activities featured a kid’s carnival, dog show, and kid’s demo derby. Though the morning started off on…

Duluth’s Central High School Alumni Historical Museum Items Up for Auction

DULUTH, Minn. – Did you know you can own a piece of Central High School? Well, you at least have a chance of owning some of the memorabilia that’s been left over. ‘Nordic Auction’ will be holding a liquidation sale on items collected by Duluth’s former central high school alumni historical museum. Over the years, the museum has collected things…

Head of the Lakes Fair Comes Back Once Again

SUPERIOR, Wisc.– The Head of the Lakes Fair in Superior kicked off with the ‘sneak a peak’ night. Bringing in all their favorite rides, carnival games, and fair food. Organizers are excited to show off what they offer this year, and to see the smiles on everyone’s faces… as they come in. “Just seeing everything all lined up. Everything like…

National Night Out Brings Community Together Once Again

DULUTH, Minn.– Despite the cloudy sky, thousands across the Northland came out once again to celebrate National Night Out. A night known for bringing people in the community, and local law enforcement together in a fun atmosphere, to strengthen their partnership. Sounds of music, and the smell of food catered from Famous Dave’s,  filled the air over at Piedmont Dental….