TWO HARBORS, Minn. — Thomas had something special in his tank engine on Monday. The big blue locomotive was back in Two Harbors for a day out. But ditched his bells and whistles for a quieter, more laid-back atmosphere for children with sensory sensitivities. “With Thomas, when you’re here for a normal day, there’s a lot of bells and whistles,…
DULUTH, Minn. — Heads up to friends of felines! There’s a new way to get to know your new cat. It might sound like a big stretch, but at 7 a.m. on Wednesdays and Saturdays the Wired Whisker in Duluth invites you to cat yoga. All of the cats are up for adoption, and the owner says it’s just as…
CLOQUET, Minn. — Did you know you can pick blueberries right here in the Northland? Blackbirds and Blueberries is located in Cloquet, with 3 acres of bountiful berry bushes to pick from. Customers can pluck to their heart’s content, and owners say there’s no need to fear sticker shock when the day is done. “We’ll supply the buckets that you…
DULUTH, Minn. — One of Wisconsin’s oldest cheese companies just made their first step into Minnesota. Thursday, August 1, Burnett Dairy Cooperative will be opening Burnett Dairy Duluth Cheese Store at the base of Spirit Mountain next to the Ski Hut Adventure Center. The farmer-owned company will be selling their iconic cheese selection, while also partnering with local businesses like…
DULUTH, Minn. — Community bankers from across the state become on Tuesday at the DECC. It’s part of the BankIn Minnesota Convention. The goal is to have a collective voice among community bankers to better engage lawmakers at the State Capitol among the others. “They are run independently with their local communities. They participate within their communities, a lot of…
MASON, Wis. – Living up north means living with some of America’s most beautiful creatures, like gray wolves, which are on the endangered species list. But for a farming family in Mason, Wis., they say the growing wolf population has become a serious problem for their livestock and even their beloved pets, as FOX 21’s Dan Hanger reports. Growing up…
DULUTH, Minn. — After two recent weekends of unbearable heat inside the DECC Arena, Exec. Dir. Dan Hartman says he’s made the “tough decision” to rent a temporary AC unit until $2.8 million in state bonding money can be used to install a modern-day AC system for that side of the DECC. Hartman said the project could take up to…
HERMANTOWN, Minn. — Bass Pro Shops is opening a new outpost retail location in Hermantown. This will be the company’s 5th store in Minnesota. Bass Pro Shops will take over the former Camping World building on the 4200 block of Haines Road. The new store will combine retail with entertainment, outdoor education and conservation. Military veterans and front-line workers like…
DULUTH, Minn. — A quarter-century staple of Canal Park Bellisio’s Italian Restaurant is known for its fine dining atmosphere and superb wine. Since its opening in 1998, the restaurant has separated itself as a more higher-class dining experience. The restaurant brings in a welcoming northern Italian feel, that’s reminiscent of Duluth’s very own hillside. “Our owner at the time, 25…
DULUTH, Minn. — A local Palestinian market and deli closed its doors temporarily on Friday after threatening graffiti was found on the property. The Duluth Police Department says it was a “derogatory anti-Palestinian” message occurring at Falastin on the 4700 block of East Superior Street. Authorities say it appeared to have occurred sometime between 3 p.m. Thursday and 8:30 a.m….
DULUTH, Minn. — It’s been a hot, steamy and humid summer the past few weekends, which has been nice for beachgoers, but not so nice for the Harbor Monsters and their fans after the air in the DECC arena rose to uncomfortable levels. The DECC told FOX 21 on Tuesday that the level of heat during the past two weekend…
DULUTH, Minn.– School will be in full swing soon enough. And one local organization received a grant for that special time of year. The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Northland paired up with Kohl’s to help them with school supplies this fall. Since 2019, Kohl’s has partnered up with the organization, supporting the youth across the nation. The Duluth…
GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. — A useful service has made its mark in Grand Rapids. Accessibility is something we strive to get more of in society. Something as simple as getting a ride to the grocery store can be a difficult task for some. This company is working on changing this issue. May Mobility’s goMARTI service has driven over 10,000 riders….
HERMANTOWN, Minn. — Hermantown SummerFest is this week and is filled with lots of ways to have fun in the community. The weeklong celebration is all about supporting local businesses. Events include free bowling at Skyline Social and Games and a tent party at the Beacon Sports Bar. Do North Pizzeria and Pub has been hosting an event for about…
Courtesy: Black Water DULUTH, Minn. — After 15 years of serving hand-crafted martinis in downtown Duluth, Black Water Lounge has made the difficult decision to close. The lounge on the 200 block of East Superior Street is part of the Black Woods Group. Courtesy: Black Water Co-owner Julie Thoreson told FOX 21 it’s a tough decision to close, but the…
DULUTH, Minn. — One day after a standing-room only council meeting, the city of Duluth’s top public safety leaders are reacting to 3.5 hours of public comments and dialogue about Mayor Roger Reinert’s proposed ordinance changes to get tougher on non-violent crime. Property damage, graffiti, illegal dumping and camping on public property are among the non-violent crimes that would become…
DULUTH, Minn. — “I am originally from Puebla, Mexico. I have a house in Washburn where all the family lives. I thought it was a great location,” said Nestor Tapia. “Me and my family come to Duluth every weekend, so I thought it was a great city to do business.” Being the newest addition to the restaurant game in Downtown…
DULUTH, Minn. – True North Goodwill and SOAR Career Solutions announced their plans for a merger. The two nonprofits both focus on workforce development in our region for decades. Through recent conversations between the Executive Director of SOAR, Emily Edison, and President & CEO of True North Goodwill, Dodie Brown, they found their companies visions aligned. “This is an opportunity…
DULUTH, Minn. –Essentia Health has heard from multiple people recently who were contacted about fake employment opportunities by someone impersonating Essentia. In most instances, people reported receiving a job offer via social media. They were asked to provide personal information to advance the hiring process. It’s important to note that Essentia will never ask for personal information outside of our…
DULUTH, Minn. — A local craft and gift shop is giving their employees a chance to sell their own items. It’s the Hucklebeary Employee Garage Sale. Staff are selling antiques, clothing, books all outside of the store. They were given a month and a half to put together items. The event is happening during Downtown Duluth’s Sidewalk Days. The owner…
DULUTH, Minn. — A non-profit organization helping youth recently welcomed a new executive director to the team. Amber Sadowski worked at Life House from 2015 to 2022 and served as the Operations Director. Altogether she brings 9 years of non-profit experience to the team. She is looking forward to continuing her efforts in helping youth in need. Over time Life…
HERMANTOWN MN. — Tucked away in the basement of the World of Fish building, The Snake Pit is a hidden gem for reptile enthusiasts. Guests can get to know animals like snakes, geckos, skinks, tarantulas, tortoises, and even an alligator. Just to name a few. For Snake Pit owner Roger Hill, this hobby, and business, has been a lifelong passion…
SUPERIOR, Minn. — AMSOIL has acquired Aerospace Lubricants, an Ohio based company that specializes in designing and manufacturing specialized grease. Aerospace Lubricants will operate as an independent of AMSOIL and will not be rebranded. The CEO of AMSOIL said the new acquirement will allow AMSOIL to access a new market, as Aerospace Lubricants produces grease for industrial and commercial purposes….
DULUTH, Minn.– Folks paddled on down for this Boundary Waters fundraiser Friday Afternoon. There was a good turnout for the 2nd annual Paddlin’ For The Boundary Waters fundraiser in Duluth. Bent Paddle Brewing welcomed local food vendors, and businesses. During the party, Dave Simonett’s band ‘Dead Man Winter’ put on a concert for guests. There was also a chance to…
DULUTH, Minn. — A new food truck is bringing Korean culture to Duluth. Sunhee’s Little Table is what it’s called. The owner moved to the states from South Korea just 10 years ago. She had a love for cooking traditional Korean dishes and realized there wasn’t many places like that here in the Northland. Sunhee says her dishes are similar…
DULUTH, Minn. — A new Mexican restaurant has already seen success in the two weeks that they’ve been open. Located in the historic Duluth Herald Building, Emiliano’s Mexican Restaurant has reported busy afternoons since their opening in June. Emiliano’s got their name from the Mexican revolutionary Emiliano Zapata, who was known for leading an army to fight for land reform…
TWO HARBORS, Minn. — Up the shore in Two Harbors, you don’t have to wait for the firework show for the festivities to begin! Joining the Annual Children’s Festival and Dinghy Parade. Burlington Station was getting in on the fun for the first time. The Sweetest Store on the North Shore had a 4th of July Bonanza, with activities and…
DULUTH, Minn. – The DECC’s first-ever Taco Festival is drawing some criticism because the event does not include any local Mexican restaurants. The DECC describes the event as “a festival-style taco extravaganza,” “a street party with tacos,” and “signature margaritas.” The Taco Fest is happening outside Pioneer Hall Saturday, July 6, from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. The DECC’s kitchen…
DULUTH, Minn. — In the summertime, tourists flock to Duluth for the Lake Superior views and endless outdoor activities. They also begin to fill up restaurant patios, milling around the popular Canal Park and Lincoln Park neighborhoods. The nonprofit Downtown Duluth is looking to get Superior Street and the rest of the Waterfront District in on the fun. “Much of…
HERMANTOWN, Minn. — After a trip to Texas a couple months ago, the owner of Famous Daves got some tasty inspiration. Wednesday nights throughout the month of July, the restaurant will be roasting a whole hog. After 4 p.m. customers can stop by and taste the fresh meat right off the pit. Each person will get a good portion of…
DULTUH, Minn. — Some new brews have hit the taproom at Bent Paddle. For the month of July, Bent Paddle has made a girl scout inspired crowler and growler. The Lemonade American Lager tastes like the scout’s famous Lemonades cookies. For every crowler or growler sold, it’s $5 that supports local girl scout troops in the northland. Each beverage sold also…
WRENSHALL, Minn. — Berry picking is in full swing here in the Northland, and honeyberries at Farm LoLa in Wrenshall are ready for picking. Farm LoLa has kicked off its berry picking season. The farm offers around 13 varieties of a unique fruit called honeyberries also known as honeysuckles, which are ripe in June and July. The flavor is a…
CARLTON, Minn.– One local family has taken over the reins at a strawberry field in Carlton. The owners of Happy Critters Farm purchase a popular berry spot back in April, now named The Berry Field. As the start of picking season is here, the field is full of red and juicy strawberries. With no prior background in berry growing, owner…
DULUTH, Minn. — Ahead of the 4th of July a free microchip clinic was held at Animal Allies in Duluth. This is an annual clinic with summer campers helping and hosting a lemonade stand fundraiser as well. Staff says Independence Day week is where they see a rise in lost animals due to travelling or the noise of fireworks scaring…
CARLTON, Minn. — A whitewater rafting business on the St. Louis River was forced to close for a few days due to high flooding levels causing dangerous conditions. Swiftwater Adventures owner and operator says last week’s rain caught up to them on Sunday. Water levels passed the company’s safe thresholds for rafting. The water was close to 25,000 cubic feet…
DULUTH, Minn. — A two-week closure has turned into a three-month closure for Clyde Iron Works Restaurant. As the saying goes, the best-laid plans of mice and men often go away. The owner, Alex Giuliani, says his plans for a fast update did in fact, go aray. “We looked at everything on Thursday evening and even into Friday. And it…
DULUTH, Minn — Health professionals from across the state are at the DECC for the Minnesota Rural Health Conference. The workforce shortage is one of the main topics during the two-day conference. The issue is not limited to doctors and nurses, but the whole spectrum of providers.This includes administrative workers who can help manage and keep costs in check. Alyssa…
DULUTH, Minn.– A new location means new beginnings for this nonprofit historic preservation group. Nothern Bedrock Historic Preservation Corps is an opportunity for young adults to get hands on learning experience. Through this nonprofit, they learn all the skills they need to help preserve and restore sites across the state. Before that is achieved, they offer the Americorps training program…
DULUTH, Minn. — The historic Duluth National Bank Building in Lincoln Park has a new tenant after a big renovation there. It’s now home to the well-known Kraus-Anderson Construction company. The company is celebrating its 25th year anniversary as well. Over the last year, they’ve been looking for a new home for their growing team of 16 project managers and…
DULUTH, Minn. — In the next few weeks, the old St. Mary’s Medical Center will start its demolition process. The century-old building was vacated when the new 900-million dollar St. Mary’s Medical Center opened last July. Construction is expected to take one year to complete starting with the removal of the connecting skywalks. The project will require heavy equipment and…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A jury convicted five Minnesota residents and acquitted two others on Friday for their roles in a scheme to steal more than $40 million that was supposed to feed children during the coronavirus pandemic. The case received widespread attention after someone tried to bribe a juror with a bag of $120,000 in cash. That juror was dismissed…
DULUTH, Minn. — A sparkly new store opened in Downtown Duluth Friday. Genereau & Company is a jewelry store selling a wide range of pieces from bridal, gemstones, designer jewelry and timepieces. They have a full-service custom shop with Goldsmiths and a watchmaker who can create, restore and repair your treasures. The owners are starting the business with a combined…
DULUTH, Minn. — The passion of one Duluth leader was on display Thursday at a local rotary meeting. Destination Duluth Managing Director Jerry Thoreson says he is spreading the gospel the gospel of Duluth. Thoreson will talk to anyone willing to listen about his enthusiasm for the city. He grew up in Superior and has fond memories of traveling over…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Northland received their biggest donation yet from the Taco Bell Foundation. $31,500 was raised through Taco Bell’s Round Up Program and it is all thanks to customer donations. The Taco Bell Foundation annually gives to the Boys and Girls Clubs. They are proud to support an organization that supports youth…
DULUTH, Minn. — Christmas may still far away, but it’s never too early to start to think about how to give a loved one their best Christmas ever. Earlier today, that’s just what was being recognized at Miller Hill Subaru. The car seller donated their largest check to date of $47,000 from their contribution from Subaru’s Share the Love campaign….
CLOQUET, Minn. — A non-profit organization focused on strengthening the manufacturing industry had their annual fundraiser on Monday. Arrowhead Manufacturers & Fabricators Association or AMFA had their annual golf social at the Cloquet Country Club. This is their primary fundraiser that benefits youth manufacturing programs. The organization serves the Northeastern Minnesota and Northwestern Wisconsin regions. They give grants to local…
DULUTH, Minn. – The DECC Arena was full of the DFL party this weekend for the Minnesota State Convention. Delegates endorsed Sen. Amy Klobuchar for re-election, selected final delegates to the Democratic National Convention in August and heard from Gov. Tim Walz, Sen. Tina Smith, Jen Schultz, among other DFL candidates and elected officials. As for Klobuchar, she was in…
DULUTH, Minn. — A long awaited café has finally opened its doors in Duluth. One that looks to make a paws-itive impact for cat lovers and coffee aficionados alike. Wired Whisker looks to act like any other café, serving coffee and sandwiches. But owner Misha Smith wanted her claws to help rescue cats become adopted. The café is split between…
CHISHOLM, Minn. — The Minnesota Discovery Center in Chisholm has a new executive director bringing a fresh perspective to the organization. Char Conger has been at the center for about 4 months now. The well-known 660-acre campus has a museum, trolley, and 19-hole mini golf course. She says throughout the years their services have expanded. And she is hoping to…
DULUTH, Minn. — Thanks to grocery shoppers in the Northland area, Animal Allies received a generous donation of over $25,000 Thursday. Miner’s Super One Foods hosted a fundraising campaign from May 3rd to May 20th. All to raise money for animal shelters. Each store location was able to choose a shelter in their area as part of National Pet Month….
