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Lester River Sawmill Changes Ownership After 42 Years

The Lester River Sawmill in Rice Lake Township has been a long supplier of locally harvested timber products for Northern Minnesota and Wisconsin.

November 23, 2022

Sophie Varner,

RICE LAKE TOWNSHIP, Minn.–A locally owned sawmill, that’s been around since 1980, has changed ownership and there’s plans to expand it’s product. The Lester River Sawmill in Rice Lake Township has been a long supplier of locally harvested timber products for Northern Minnesota and Wisconsin. New owner Will Feyder has a background in mechanical engineering. He’s keeping the operational side…

Downtown Duluth: Small Business Saturday Specials

November 23, 2022

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — If you plan on participating in Small Business Saturday on November 26, Downtown Duluth released a list of member businesses who are participating. A Place for Fido: 10am to 9pm, Raffle entry with purchase Bookstore at Fitger’s: 10am to 9pm, 3 Book signings, Grand Prize drawing Canal Park Gifts: 10am to 5pm, Holiday treats and 15% off select…

Thanksgiving 2022: What’s Closed, What’s Open And Where To Dine

November 23, 2022

Site Staff,

(FOX 9) — For years, major retailers like Walmart and Target opened their doors on Thanksgiving, giving shoppers a head start on Black Friday madness or a place to buy last-minute items for the dinner table. The pandemic has led to a change in that trend. In 2020, companies announced they were closing their stores on Thanksgiving to give overworked retail workers some much-needed rest….

Knowing Your Neighbors: Casino Pizza & Subs Shop Under New Ownership

November 22, 2022

Mason Kroll,

CLOQUET, Minn. – “Casino Pizza is about reaching the community, giving them what they had before, but improving it,” said Casino Pizza & Subs Shop Co-Owner, Tyrell Beckom. The Casino Pizza and Subs Shop in Cloquet, an establishment that has been around since 1983, is now under new ownership after business partners Lamont Hines and Tyrell Beckom took it over…

Taylor Swift Tickets Breakdown Probed By Attorneys General

November 20, 2022

The Associated Press,

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The breakdown in Ticketmaster’s sales of Taylor Swift tickets is a mess some attorneys general aren’t shaking off. With fans sharing outrage and heartache over the fruitless hours they spent trying for seats for Swift’s upcoming concert tour, top legal chiefs in Nevada, Tennessee and Pennsylvania have launched investigations into the fiasco. “Trouble, trouble, trouble,” tweeted Pennsylvania Attorney…

Superior’s Jamrock Cultural Restaurant To Relocate In Duluth

November 19, 2022

Dan Hanger,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Jamrock Cultural Restaurant has announced it’s leaving Superior to reopen a bigger location in Duluth. Owner Antonio O’Neil made the announced late Friday on the restaurant’s Facebook page. O’Neil said he is more than appreciative of Superior’s support to help get his business up and running, but that the success simply grew out of the space he…

Casino Pizza & Subs Shop Re-Opens With New Ownership

November 17, 2022

Emma Propp,

CLOQUET, Minn. — New owners took a chance and rolled the dice on a familiar pizza place in Cloquet. Since 1983, Casino Pizza & Subs Shop has been a well-known restaurant in the Cloquet community. The pizza place has had a few owners in the past. The shop temporary closed this last August while the new owners got ready to…

October Job Numbers In Minnesota, Continued Growth

November 17, 2022

KQDS Staff,

MINNESOTA — Some good job numbers for Minnesota last month. More than 17,000 new jobs were added in October. That continues a string of 13 months in a row that there have been jobs added. Those out of work and looking is near historic lows. The state unemployment rate was 2.1%. The commissioner of the Department of Economic Development said…

Vitta Pizza’s 2nd Location Opens Friday

November 17, 2022

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — Good news for Neapolitan pizza lovers, Vitta Pizza is opening its second location on Central Entrance Friday. The business says it’s been a labor of love for a year. The new spot is identical to the one in Canal Park, with the same menu and what it describes as “60s modern decor.” If you order online, you…

The Social House Doubling In Size With Second Location In Canal Park

November 16, 2022

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — After 3 years of being in Hermantown, The Social House restaurant is doubling in size with a second location in Canal Park. The breakfast restaurant is taking over the old Famous Dave’s location after those owners moved from Canal Park to Hermantown. The Social House’s new restaurant will have the same hours as the original and same…

Indigenous Business Event Draws Protest From Water Protectors Group

November 15, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — About a dozen protesters were near Pier B on Tuesday evening, rallying against the Minnesota Tribal Contractors Council that was holding its yearly fall networking dinner inside the hotel. The event brought together indigenous and non-indigenous business leaders to connect and talk about the trades industry. The conflict on Tuesday was over the protesters wanting indigenous workers…

Walmart Offers To Pay $3.1 Billion To Settle Opioid Lawsuits

November 15, 2022

The Associated Press,

(AP) — Walmart proposed a $3.1 billion legal settlement on Tuesday over the toll of powerful prescription opioids sold at its pharmacies, becoming the latest major drug industry player to promise major support to state, local and tribal governments still grappling with a crisis in overdose deaths. The retail giant’s announcement follows similar proposals on Nov. 2 from the two…

Cosmetology Careers Unlimited Closing Shop

November 14, 2022

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — A hub for aspiring makeup and hair artists has closed its doors for good. Cosmetology Careers Unlimited posted on their Facebook page that they would no longer be operating any business or training the Northland at the close of business November 8. The post said the closure comes “with great sadness and a heavy heart.” A former…

‘BRUCE IS BACK!’: Black Woods Replaces Its Mascot; Original Head Still Missing

November 11, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Black Woods Grill and Bar in Duluth has its beloved mascot, Bruce, back in the lobby welcoming guests once again – but it’s not the original, which has been around since Black Woods opened in 1997. The new Bruce is a replacement after the head of the original was stolen from the lobby just before Halloween. Black…

Wall Street Adds More Gains Onto Winning Week; Crypto Falls

November 11, 2022

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street is tacking more onto its stupendous surge from a day before, putting it on track to close out its best week since the summer. The S&P 500 was 1% higher Friday, a day after soaring 5.5% for its best day in more than two years. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 21 points,…

3 Furniture Stores Celebrate Being Under One Roof With Ribbon Cutting

November 10, 2022

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — A ribbon cutting was held on Wednesday to celebrate 3 furniture stores all being under one roof. Furniture Mart, Ashley Furniture, and Ashley Outlet all took over the former Shopko near the Miller Hill Mall in Duluth. Customers are able to walk through each store in the 120,000 square foot location. Management says they had a soft…

Vitta Pizza Close To Opening Second Duluth Location

Newly hired pizza makers have been busy getting trained at the Central Entrance location.

November 9, 2022

Sophie Varner,

DULUTH, Minn.–Vitta Pizza’s second location in Duluth is getting ready to start cooking wood-fired pies in the next week or two. Newly hired pizza makers have been busy getting trained at the Central Entrance location. The doors even opened for a few hours Tuesday so employees could get a test run with real customers while trying out a new drive-though…

Plant Bar Takes Place at Hoops Brewing

November 5, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – One wouldn’t normally go to a brewery to pick out a plant, but that was the case in Duluth Saturday. Hoops Brewing hosted Succ it Up Buttercup as they put on a self-paced, open house style plant bar. People could select from a variety of plants and containers, along with accessories to decorate. The owners say the idea…

Twitter Users Can Soon Get Blue Check for $7.99 Monthly Fee

November 5, 2022

The Associated Press,

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Twitter has announced a subscription service for $7.99 a month that includes a blue check now given only to verified accounts as new owner Elon Musk works to overhaul the platform’s verification system just ahead of U.S. midterm elections. In an update to Apple iOS devices available in the U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand and the U.K.,…

USPS Hiring Postal Service Workers for Holiday Season

The Duluth Post Office Held a Job Fair Friday

November 4, 2022

Sophie Varner,

DULUTH, Minn.–If you’re looking for some extra cash this holiday season, the Postal Service is hiring. Friday a job fair was held looking for eligible applicants to join the USPS team for the upcoming busy couple of months ahead. The Postal Service wants to be as prepared as possible for the demands of online shopping and gift giving. Those attending…

City and Ecolibrium3 Promote “GetGreen” App To Duluth Residents

November 3, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth has become a pilot city to test out an app called “GetGreen” that encourages residents to make choices with the climate in mind. “GetGreen” is a startup that’s based in Seattle, but the smartphone app was tailored to Duluth residents by local nonprofit Ecolibrium3. The app encourages users to make small changes to reduce their carbon…

Nov. 1st Means Thanksgiving Burrito Is Back At Burrito Union

November 1, 2022

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — It’s November 1 and that means the legendary Thanksgiving burrito is back at Burrito Union. This burrito is filled with roasted dark and white turkey meat, sweet corn, stuffing, a choice of mashed or sweet potatoes, and comes with a side of turkey gravy and cranberry salsa. It has been served for about 7 years and management…

Renovations Complete to St. Luke’s Rejuvenation Center

October 29, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

A ribbon cutting is held for St. Luke’s Rejuvenation Center remodel on October 24, 2022.DULUTH, Minn. – St. Luke’s recently celebrated the new home of their Rejuvenation Center. A ribbon cutting was held Monday, October 24, 2022 at their location inside their Medical Office Pavilion. The $140,000 remodel allows the center to expand its offerings. Services provided include aesthetic procedures,…

Solar Plant in Mountain Iron Expanding

October 28, 2022

Sophie Varner,

MOUNTAIN IRON, Minn.–I started just 13 months ago, and on Thursday people gathered on the Iron Range to celebrate it’s finish. The Heliene Solar Plant in Mountain Iron was unveiled today with a ribbon-cutting. The newly expanded plant will manufacture solar panels in a facility described as the newest and most automated in the country. It’s named after a long-time…

Salvation Army Thrift Store in Superior Hoping to Avoid Closure

With donations rolling in by the truckload, and only three employees, the store needs more volunteers to help put things on the shelf.

October 28, 2022

Sophie Varner,

SUPERIOR, Wisc.–A thrift store in Superior, Wisconsin may have to close it’s doors for good, simply due to a need for more customers and volunteers. The Salvation Army Thrift Store is located on Belknap St. in the heart of Superior. Staff tell us they have a consistent clientele of older adults that come in, but they’re really aiming to target…

4 Buildings Could See Future Redevelopment In Duluth

October 28, 2022

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — Four buildings in Downtown Duluth have been targeted to be a future redevelopment site, including one damaged by a fire last month. The Duluth Economic Development Authority passed a resolution this week to declare the buildings on the 500 block of East Fourth Street, “Structurally Substandard.” That includes Lake Superior Medical Equipment, which had a fire inside…

US Economy Returned To Growth Last Quarter, Expanding 2.6%

October 27, 2022

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. economy grew at a 2.6% annual rate from July through September, snapping two straight quarters of contraction and overcoming high inflation and interest rates just as voting begins in midterm elections in which the economy’s health has emerged as a paramount issue. Thursday’s better-than-expected estimate from the Commerce Department showed that the nation’s gross domestic product —…

City: Reconfigured Parks Fund Referendum Critical, Equals $94 Annually For $200K Home

The Parks Fund levy referendum would replace the current levy from 2012 and will be voted on at the ballot Nov. 8.

October 26, 2022

Dan Hanger, Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – The November 8th election is just around the corner, and Duluth residents will be voting on whether to approve a new Parks Fund levy that would replace the current levy that took effect in 2012. Jim Filby Williams, the city’s Property, Parks and Libraries director, told FOX 21’s Dan Hanger Wednesday that many of Duluth’s 120 invested…

Turkeys Out, Hams In For CSS Thanksgiving Buffet At DECC

Supply chain issues are to blame for sidelining the turkeys.

October 25, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — Imagine Thanksgiving without a turkey and only ham. Well, that is the reality for this year’s Thanksgiving Day Buffet at the DECC. Organizers say supply chain issues are to blame for pushing the birds to the curb. The traditional turkey buffet has been put on by the College of St. Scholastica for more than 30 years, serving…

Duluth Coffee Company Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary

October 25, 2022

Sophie Varner,

DULUTH, Minn. — You know those cool designs baristas add to their drinks? Well Tuesday coffee lovers were able to learn how to turn your cup of joe into art during the Duluth Coffee Company anniversary celebration. Owner, Eric Faust, started the cafe and roastery in 2012 hoping to highlight the entire process of coffee making. Before opening up the…

The Village Witch Grand Opening In Canal Park

October 25, 2022

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — A new business opened up in Canal Park Sunday, bringing a little bit of spook to the Dewitt-Seitz Marketplace. Down a long stretch of hallways on the second floor, The Village Witch held a grand opening where people stopped by to see the assortment of art, potions, rocks, and herbs there. Owner Carolyn Kerns, says that she…

Knowing Your Neighbors: DC’s Best Produce Pumpkin Stands

October 24, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – “Do you know how you fix a broken pumpkin? With a pumpkin patch,” DC’s Best Produce Seller, Jack Pearadin jokes. DC’s Best Produce has been around for nearly 30 years, and currently hosts 30 acres of pumpkins and five acres of squash. This space is consumed with over 30 variations of pumpkins, which can now be found…

Skywalk Connecting Parking Ramp To Essentia Clinic Reopening Monday

October 23, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — The skywalk in Duluth that connects a parking ramp to Essentia Health’s clinic on First Street is re-opening on Monday. It was shut down temporarily for construction crews to do some work on it for the Vision Northland project. If you have an appointment at the First Street location, you can park in the ramp and use…

Update: UMD Teamsters Workers Reach Tentative Deal Before Planned Strike

October 22, 2022

Dan Hanger,

(10/22/22) Update: University of Minnesota workers with Teamsters Local 320 have reached a tentative deal, which avoids a strike planned for next week, according to the union. The three-year agreement was made early Saturday morning at the negotiating table. “Next week’s strike has been called off, and the agreement will be voted on by the membership. More details will be…

St. Louis Co. Plow Drivers Among Teamsters Workers Moving Closer To Strike

Teamster Local 320 represents 165 county public works employees.

October 21, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — St. Louis County Public Works employees with Teamsters Local 320 are not seeing eye-to-eye with the county involving a new three-year contract, and that means a strike could happen again in the heart of the upcoming winter plowing season. “As it stands right now, we’re poised to if we have to hit the streets again in January….

Plans in the Works for Former Bagley Building Downtown

October 21, 2022

Sophie Varner,

DULUTH, Minn.–The new owner of the former Bagley Jewelry building in downtown Duluth gave us a tour today of the historic property and an update on what’s moving inside. Maria McKechnie is the new owner of the building. She’ll be moving her current business, Northland Special Events, inside of the Bagley Building after housing her business across the street for…

Gordon Residents Hold Rally Pushing For Post Office To Stay Open

October 20, 2022

Alexandra Burnley,

GORDON, Wis. — Several dozen people turned out for a rally on Thursday pushing for the post office to stay open in Gordon, Wisconsin. Residents organized the event and say that losing the building will hurt those who already travel to the Gordon post office for their mail if it’s not delivered to their homes. They say those people will…

Lake Superior Art Glass Halloween Events

October 19, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – Lake Superior Art Glass is celebrating the Halloween season with several festive events. At the shop in Canal Park, they are offering ‘Design Your Own Pumpkin’ and on October 29th will be putting on the third annual Great Pumpkin Hunt. 10 custom glass pumpkins will be placed around the city in historic places and clues will be…

Mascot Bruce’s Head Stolen From Black Woods Restaurant; ‘He’s Been Kind Of An Icon For Us’

Bruce has been greeting guests at the London Road location since it opened in 1997.

October 19, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — Halloween is just around the corner, but tricks are already happening — and not in a fun way for the staff and customers at Black Woods in Duluth. The restaurant’s beloved mascot has been beheaded. His name is Bruce, and he’s been in the lobby of Black Woods on London Road for the past 25 years when…

Mesabi Metallics Says Its Paid Late Taxes To Nashwauk And Itasca County

October 19, 2022

Alexandra Burnley,

NASHWAUK, Minn. — Mesabi Metallics says it’s paid off its tax debt to Itasca County and the city of Nashwauk. The company says it also paid the penalties for the overdue taxes and paid its property taxes due this month “in advance.” In July, city and county leaders held a news conference airing their frustrations that they had to publicly…

Fitger’s Gets Decked Out In Halloween, Plans End-Of-Month Party

October 18, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. — With Halloween right around the corner, Fitger’s is getting into the spirit with decorations all throughout the property. It’s an annual tradition for Fitger’s, and they say the collection of spooky decor grows every year. The shops, brewhouse, hotel, and a haunted fake “daycare” are decked out with ghosts, goblins, skeletons and more. Even leaving the parking…

Labor, Supply Shortages Postpone 2022 Taste At Fitger’s

October 18, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – The labor and supply shortages that don’t seem to be going away anytime soon have forced next week’s Taste at Fitger’s fundraiser to be postponed. Organizers said too many local restaurants that make the event possible are continuing to struggle, especially with staffing. All purchased tickets will be refunded. The plan now is to try the event…

Taco Bell Development Begins Along Duluth’s London Road

October 17, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – One of Duluth’s busiest intersections on London Road will soon be home to a brand new Taco Bell. Construction crews were clearing away trees and other debris from the site Monday on the corner of 21st Avenue East and London Road. The BP gas station closed there five years ago in October of 2017. It was then…

Busy Pumpkin Stands

October 14, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – With Halloween coming up at the end of the month, pumpkin stands around the Northland are seeing a rise in demand. DC’s Best Produce has been around for nearly 30 years, and currently hosts 30 acres of pumpkins and 5 acres of squash. One needs all that space with over 30 variations of pumpkins and 10 variations…

Sara’s Table Chester Creek Cafe Celebrates 20th Anniversary

October 14, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn.–Sara’s Table Chester Creek Cafe celebrated 20 years in business with a ribbon cutting and open house Friday. The business originated in a coffee house and feminist bookstore on Superior Street with two microwaves and two crockpots. Friday’s event included appetizers and a preview of an upcoming cookbook that will include recipes, stories from over the years, and various…

Retail Sales Flat In September As Inflation Takes A Bite

October 14, 2022

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) — The pace of sales at U.S. retailers was unchanged in September from August as rising prices for rent and food chipped away at money available for other things. Retail sales were flat last month, down from a revised. 0.4% growth in August, the Commerce Department reported Friday. Retail sales fell 0.4% in July. Excluding sales of…

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Former Bagley Jewelers Building In Downtown Duluth Sold

October 13, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — A large piece of vacant property in downtown Duluth has been purchased for redevelopment. That building is the former home of Bagley & Company Jewelers on the 300 block of West Superior Street. Downtown Duluth, formally known as the Greater Downtown Council, posted on social media Thursday to say the building has been purchased by the owner…

Maurices Associates Spend Day Supporting Organizations That Help Children In Duluth

October 13, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — More than 350 maurices associates are visiting the corporate office in Duluth this week to connect with the company and also give back to the community. Formerly known as “The Best Day Ever,” maurices is now calling the community service day the “Difference Making” event, held between the training and bonding experiences the company has put on…

Social Security Benefits To Jump By 8.7% Next Year

October 13, 2022

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — Millions of Social Security recipients will get an 8.7% boost in their benefits in 2023, a historic increase but a gain that will be eaten up in part by the rising cost of everyday living. The cost-of living adjustment — the largest in more than 40 years — means the average recipient will receive more than $140 extra a…

Duluth Parking Meter Rate Hike Hits Duluth’s Medical Dist. Months Late, Concerns St. Luke’s

St. Luke's calls the increase a "significant financial burden on our staff."

October 11, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — St. Luke’s spoke out Tuesday about a recent rate increase to about 400 parking meters within the Medical District in downtown Duluth. But city officials told FOX 21’s Dan Hanger, the increase was actually supposed to happen months ago in January when a city wide increase took effect after 13 years of that rate standing still. A…