Friday Favorites MPR Show to be Held at Sir Ben’s
Steve Staruch will be hosting his radio show in Duluth
Classical MPR’s Steve Staruch will be hosting his popular Friday Favorites radio show at Sir Benedict’s in Duluth on Friday, September 16.
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Halvor Lines Celebrates Driver Appreciation Week
The Superior, Wisconsin based trucking and logistics company has been named a “Best Fleet to Drive For,” year after year, as they continually show dedication to drivers’ health, safety, and happiness.
Great Lakes Iron Ore Trade Up 3% in August
Shipments are trailing the month's 5-year average
Shipments of iron ore on the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway totaled 6.048.409 tons in August, an increase of 2.9 percent compared to a year ago. However, shipments trailed the month’s 5-year average by 5 percent.
911 Service Outage in Cook, Kabetogama, and Orr
Due to a fiber cut, landline phone service is out in the Cook, Kabetogama, and Orr areas in northern St. Louis County. This includes 911 service.
Blatnik Bridge Closure Impacts Businesses
Some Businesses See Rewards Others See Loses
Blatnik Bridge Closure Impacts Businesses
Va Bene Raising Funds for Earthquake Victims
Proceeds of Two Dollars From Each Amatriciana Dish Will Go to Italian Red Cross
While buildings begin to resurface after a deadly earthquake rocked parts of Italy, one local eatery is doing all it can to help out, from the Northland.
A Benefit was Held For Local Veterans
Officials Raise Money for Veterans
The local American Legion and Elks Lodge in Duluth held a benefit for veterans today.
Crash sends school bus into St. Paul house; 7 students hurt
7 students hurt in Crash
Officials say seven students were treated for minor injuries after a school bus crash in St. Paul sent the bus into a house.
The Virginia Fountain is Being Restored
Officials Repair Olcott Park Fountain
Officials from all around Virginia, Minnesota are fundraising to repair the Olcott park fountain.
Saturday DTA Grocery Express Service
Service provided now on Saturdays and Tuesday beginning Sept. 10
The Duluth Transit Authorities (DTA) Grocery Express will provide service on Saturdays and Tuesdays to the West Duluth Super One beginning September 10, 2016. The Saturday Schedule will run from 10:06 a.m. to 1:37 p.m. This is in addition to the service on Tuesdays that runs from 11:16 a.m. to 3:57 p.m.
Garfield Avenue to Close this Weekend in Duluth
Will close for the KIA Drag Races and Car Show
Garfield Avenue in Duluth will close at 6 a.m., Saturday, September 10 and will reopen at 6 p.m., Sunday, September 11. Garfield Avenue is being closed during this time for the KIA Drag Races and Car Show.
Community Gathers to Support Standing Rock Protesters
North Dakota protesters are against the construction of Dakota Access Pipeline
A group of community members gathered at the Minnesota Power Plaza Thursday afternoon to show support for the Standing Rock protesters in North Dakota.
Gordy May Hang Up His ‘Hi-Hat’ For Good
56th Season Closes Sunday
As Gordy’s Hi-Hat prepares to close its doors for the 56th season this Sunday, Gordy himself told FOX 21 on Thursday he is likely finally done working behind the grill.
Some Iron Range Schools Will Now Have Police Officers on Campus
Police Officers on Iron Range School Campus'
The Saint Louis County board approved adding two sheriffs deputy positions to serve as school officers.
The Natural Harvest Food Co-op Is Expanding
The Natural Harvest Food Co-op in Virginia Is Nearly Doubling its Size
The Natural Harvest Food Co–op in Virginia is nearly doubling its size because so many people from all over the Iron Range come to shop there.
Major Storm Damage Delays Minnesota Power’s Solar Power Plant
Intial assessments indicate 25% of the 97 rows have sustained damage
The completion of Minnesota Power’s first solar power plant has been delayed after Wednesday night’s severe storm caused substantial damage to the nearly completed solar array at the National Guard’s Camp Ripley near Little Falls, Minn.
Duluth’s Kmart, Sears Go On Market For ‘Opportunities’
There’s some uncertainty about the future of Duluth’s only Kmart and Sears locations. A representative from Sears Holdings Corporation told FOX 21 the company is looking for potential new “opportunities” for the Duluth properties.
Winning Lottery Ticket Sold at Fourth Street Market
The Prize Includes $25,000 Every Year, For Life
It’s not even close to Saint Patrick’s Day, but the luck of the Irish can apparently be found on Fourth Street in Duluth.
Essentia Nurses Set to Vote on Contract
After Reaching a Tentative Agreement Last Week, Nurses Will Cast Votes
It’s voting day Thursday for nurses at Essentia Health in Duluth and Superior.The Minnesota Nurses Association and Essentia Health reached a tentative deal on a new contract.
Knowing Your Neighbors: Katzmarek Ornamental Iron
Business Turns Iron Into Art
The company uses welding to create beautiful iron designs.
Card Collection for the Wetterling Family
Northland business owner setting up collection boxes
A local business owner is planning on setting up collection boxes to deliver cards of sympathy to the Wetterling Family.
Invasive Species Turns Up in More Minnesota Lakes
Invasive Species in Minnesota Lakes
Starry stonewort has turned up in three more Minnesota lakes.
Police Brutality Case Ends in Settlement
Civil rights lawsuit involving a small Madeline Island town
In a Fox Follow Up, a judgement has come in a civil rights lawsuit involving a small Madeline Island town.
Split Rock Lighthouse Prepares for Holiday Weekend Crowds
Historical Site Has Had a Busy Season So Far
With the Labor Day holiday weekend approaching, many tourist sites across the Northland are bracing for a busy few days.
West Michigan Street Upgrades Nearing Completion
The fourth phase will begin the week of September 5
Starting the week of September 5, the utility upgrades taking place along West Michigan Street in downtown Duluth, will start its fourth phase.
Samsung Galaxy Note 7 Recalled for Exploding Batteries
Batteries exploding while charging, 35 confirmed cases
Samsung says it is suspending sales of its Galaxy Note 7 smartphone after finding batteries of some of the gadgets exploded while they were charging.
Skyrocketing Healthcare Costs a Concern for Minneosta Famlies
Average MNsure premiums have increased, reaching historic high
Health insurance premium rates through the failed $400 million MNsure website have reached historic levels. Preliminary rate increases were released through healthcare.gov on Thursday afternoon.
Students Move In to Their Dorms at UWS
Students Grill Out as Part of UWS Move In Day
It was move in day at University of Wisonsin Superior today and hundreds of freshman moved into their new dorms.
Officials Prepare for the Superior Rodeo
The Superior Rodeo will have Competitions and Games
The 25th Annual Great Northern Classic Rodeo starts tomorrow in Superior.
Enbridge Energy Drops Sandpiper Pipeline
The company won't pursue the regulatory approvals for the $2.6 billion project
Enbridge Energy has dropped its proposal to build the Sandpiper crude oil pipeline.
Company Hands Out Kits to Promote Safe and Healthy Homes
A national philathorpic initiative in Duluth
Charter Communications came to Duluth to give away free safe and healthy home kits as part of its national philanthropic initiative.
Churchill Elementary School Installs a New Aeroglider Swing
A New Aeroglider Swing for Kids in Wheelchairs
There is a new piece of playground equipment in Cloquet that is the first of its kind in the Northland.
Cina Hall Receives Major Renovations
Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Upgrades
Cina Hall, located inside of University of Minnesota Duluth, is re–opening in time for the start of the new school year.
Fundraising Needed for Local Humane Society
With Many Repairs on the To-Do List, Local Volunteers Need Help
It can be a constant struggle to keep the to-do list shortened up, for many local humane shelters, the hope that funds keep coming in through donations is always on the mind.
Bear Hunting Season Kicks Off
Thousands Buy Their Permits in Anticipation for the Season
It’s bear hunting season in Minnesota starting September 1st.
DOC Recognizes FeraDyne Outdoors for Leadership in Hiring Work Release Inmates
The company has hired over 50 inmates over the past 3 years
Since June 2013, FeraDyne Outdoors, has hired 54 inmates from the Gordon Correctional Center’s work release program, which includes 15 current participants.
Magnetation Announces Potential Shutdown of Minnesota Facilities
This comes after the company filed for bankruptcy and idling of other MN facilities
Magnetation LLC announced Friday that it may implement a shutdown of its Minnesota iron ore concentrate plant, rail loading facility and Pellet Plant located in Reynolds, Indiana. If implemented, a shutdown would occur on or after September 30,2016.
Mylan Launching Generic Version of EpiPen
A less expensive version of the life saving device
Mylan says it will make a generic version of the EpiPen, and US Senator Amy Klobuchar makes a statement about the launch.
Duluth Chosen for Copenhagen Study Tour
Best Practices for Mobility and Livability
The City of Duluth has been chosen to participate in this October’s 8-80 Cities and Knight Foundation one-week intensive study tour of Copenhagen.
Brick Yard Sports Bar & Grille Up in Flames
A local favorite in Hibbing burns down
Firefighters battled a blaze at a popular restaurant in Hibbing early Monday morning. The Brick Yard restaurant is the second fire in the downtown area in recent months.
The Rustic Olive Set To Close
Business Started 4 Years Ago in Canal Park
The Rustic Olive, which is known for its fresh olive oils and aged balsamic vinegars, will officially close in just one week.
Economic Recovery Proving Difficult for Wisconsin Villages
A new study suggests villages struggle more than larger cities
A new study suggests that Wisconsin’s villages have struggled more with economic recovery than larger cities since the big recession of 2008-09.
The Duluth Curling Club Installs a New Floor
New $600,000 Floor Installed for The Duluth Curling Club
The Duluth Curling Club has hosted national and world championships and now they will receive some upgrades.
The Cedar Lounge Opens in Superior
A new small business opens in a historic neighborhood in Superior
A well known businessman is starting a new venture in a historic neighborhood on the Superior side of the Twin Ports and it opens tomorrow.
Yoga Festival Looks to Raise Funds for First Ever Winter Village
Duluth Loves Local is Looking to Promote Area Businesses
Duluth will have it’s first ever Winter Village Festival this year, but the fun filled weekend will take many volunteers and funds to be successful.
New Mural Goes Up In Superior
Artistic Mural Painted On Former City Hall Building
Something bright might catch your eye on one of the buildings in Downtown Superior.
Local Business Owner Stresses Safety During Storm Cleanup
Rick's Tree Service Continues Cutting Through Duluth Debris
Nearly two months have passed since strong storms ripped through the Northland, breaking off trees and causing thousands of power outages.
The City of Duluth Announces a New Financing Program for Businesses
New Financing Program for Small Businesses
The City of Duluth and the Duluth 1200 Fund Board are offering a new loan program.
Food Dudes Offers a New Way to Order Food
Order your favorite food and have it delivered right to your door
A website called Food Dudes Delivery has taken over Duluth.
Paisley Park Will Host Public Tours Beginning in October
The complex will be open daily beginning October 6
The private estate and production complex of the late rocker, Prince, Paisley Park, will be open daily for public tours beginning October 6.
