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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…

Residents Speak Up Against Proposed London Road Roundabouts

October 11, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — Residents of Duluth’s London Road voiced concerns Tuesday evening over the Minnesota Department of Transportation’s proposed roundabouts for the popular road that connects to many to and from the North Shore and beyond. MnDOT’s plans include three roundabouts at 26th, 40th and 60th avenues. MnDOT said it’s all about reducing speed, traffic accidents, and stopping drivers from…

Amazon To Hire 150,000 Workers For Holidays, Similar To 2021

October 6, 2022

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) — Amazon will hire 150,000 full-time, part-time and seasonal employees across its warehouses ahead of the holiday season. The announcement, made Thursday, shows the e-commerce behemoth is taking a less conservative approach to its holiday planning than Walmart, which said last month it would hire 40,000 U.S. workers for the holidays, compared to 150,000 in 2021. Amazon, which…

Better Business Bureau Warns of Solar Panel Scams

October 5, 2022

Ken Slama,

MILWAUKEE, WI – With inflation and the rising costs of energy, solar panels have increased in popularity as an alternative energy source for homes and businesses in recent years. For those who have thought about installing solar panels, the Wisconsin Better Business Bureau is warning consumers of potential scams. In the case of solar panels, scammers will pose as a…

DEED Leads Commissioners On Tour Starting At Sappi Mill In Cloquet

October 5, 2022

KQDS Staff,

CLOQUET, Minn. — The Sappi Mill in Cloquet had a chance to show off its stuff Tuesday. Commissioners from ten state agencies were on hand to tour the facility, and learn more about how the plant has been so successful. Sappi produces high quality graphic paper as well as dissolving pulp, which they launched about a decade ago. The company…

National Taco Day

October 4, 2022

Mason Kroll,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Tuesday was National Taco Day, a day that has celebrated the Mexican delicacy since 2009. Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant in Superior has a variety of taco styles to choose from like street tacos, Mexican sausage, hard shell and soft shell. If there isn’t an item on the menu that appeals to you, they accept custom requests. “It’s our…

Northland BIPOC Business Directory Public Launch

September 29, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. -“This moment is really a dream come true. There has been a lot of thought and love and long hours that went into making this moment possible,” Northland BIPOC Business Directory Founding Member, Stephanie Williams said. A ribbon cutting celebrated a unique new business directory. BIPOC is short for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. The Northland BIPOC…

Duluth’s Council Approves 8.9% Increase In Property Tax Levy

September 27, 2022

Alexandra Burnley,

DULUTH, Minn. — On Monday night, Duluth city council approved a 8.9% increase in the property tax levy for 2023. The increase was proposed by Mayor Emily Larson. The percentage can’t go higher than what councilors agreed on, but the council could vote to lower it by December before it takes effect. So if you’re a Duluth resident, the city’s…

Juice Pharm House-Warming Event

September 25, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – Juice Pharm held a house-warming event to celebrate buying the building on East 1st Street in Duluth. The event also served as a re-branding while the business rolled out its new winter menu, and showed appreciation toward their customers. The rebranding includes serving more healthy foods like medicinal hot drinks and adding the slogan: Sharing Nature’s Wisdom….

Flower Shop Celebrates Changing of the Seasons

September 23, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – Engwall Flowers is holding their first annual fall fest for two whole days of fun. Local vendors, crafts and activities were on site Friday to kick off the fest. For those still looking to spruce up their garden, you can grab a plant or two and make your own flower bouquet. There’s also fun things for the…

AICHO Galleries Hosts ‘Group Art Exhibition’ Opening Reception Sept. 24

September 23, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — The American Indian Community Housing Organization (AICHO) is hosting a Group Art Exhibition made up of two dozen artists. The show is unique because 13 Indigenous authors/writers/poets have written poems/prose reflecting some of the artwork. The opening reception is Saturday, Sept. 24 from 6 pm – 8 pm. It’s free to attend, but at $10 donation is…

Coffee Conversation: Live Simply With Kim

September 23, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — Personal and professional organizer Kim Ann Schlichting of Live Simply With Kim stopped by the morning show Friday to talk about the many ways we can simplify our lives. Click the videos below to hear the conversation. And check out Kim’s website for a look at all of her services. And for a look at a pervious…

Coffee Conversation: ‘PUP Crawl’ At Hoops Brewing In Canal Park Sunday

September 22, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — Calling all dog lovers, it’s time to come out to the 2022 PUP Crawl in Canal Park on Sunday. The crawl starts at Hoops Brewing’s tent in Canal Park Sunday (Sept. 25) between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. It’s an event put on by DogApproved.biz. There will be prizes, giveaways and surprises. Check out the video above…

‘Tacos Tacos Tacos’ To Host Taco Eating Contest Friday At Blacklist

September 22, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth restaurant Tacos Tacos Tacos is inviting taco lovers to come out to Blacklist Brewing Company this Friday for a taco-eating contest. It’s happening at 7 p.m. at the brewery at 206 E. Superior Street, which is next to the upcoming location for Tacos Tacos Tacos. For more information on all the fun, watch the video above…

DECC Shelves Cashless Idea To Reduce Waiting Time In Lines, Looks At Other Options

September 19, 2022

Alexandra Burnley,

DULUTH, Minn. — The DECC won’t be going cashless anytime soon. Executive director Dan Hartman wrote on the DECC’S Facebook page that after listening to some community feedback to the question posed last week, it’s clear many customers still like paying in traditional ways at concession stands. Hartman has been brainstorming ways to cut down the wait time for these…

Cirrus To Turn Duluth Maintenance Facility Into ‘Innovation Center’

September 19, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth-based Cirrus Aircraft said Monday it’s expanding its recently purchased maintenance base at the Duluth Airport. The company says it will hire an additional 80 engineers over the next three years to support the current team of 300 engineers, scientists and technicians. The maintenance base is the former AAR and Northwest Airlines facility. Cirrus says the 189,000-square-foot…

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Inline Marathon Route From Two Harbors To Duluth

September 15, 2022

Site Staff,

DETAILED ROAD CLOSURES FROM THE DULUTH POLICE DEPARTMENT: “On Friday, September 16, at 3:00 p.m Harbor Drive between the Irvin slip and the Aquarium will close to traffic for Kid’s Inline Sprint Races. The Great Lakes Aquarium lot will remain accessible during this time. It will open at the conclusion of the Inline Marathon on Sunday, September 18 at 8:00…

St. Louis County Historical Society To Host Centennial Celebration

100th birthday bash is happening Friday, Sept. 16.

September 13, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — The St. Louis County Historical Society is throwing a big 100th birthday bash this Friday, Sept. 16 in the Great Hall at the Depot. The Centennial Celebration is free to attend and will feature live music, appetizers and a cash bar. You are encouraged to reserve a free spot by click here. Categories: Business, Coffee Conversation, Community,…

DEDA Sells Empty AAR Property To Cirrus Aircraft for $1

September 12, 2022

Alexandra Burnley,

DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth city council approved the purchase agreement on Monday that allows the Duluth Economic Development Authority to sell the former AAR property to Cirrus Aircraft. The property has been sitting empty after AAR left Duluth two years ago. The city of Duluth confirmed earlier this year that Cirrus had big plans to invest in the property, pumping…

RU-Ridge Corn Maze Back Open for the Season

September 11, 2022

Mason Kroll,

CARLTON, Minn. – With spooky season right around the corner, the RU-Ridge Corn Maze in Carlton is back open for its sixth season. Fun for the whole family, the venue features an 8 acre corn maze, horse and hay rides, as well as a petting zoo. New this year is a corn pit along with a barrel wagon train that…

A Touch of Plasch Celebrates 50 Years

September 11, 2022

Mason Kroll,

Sunday, A Touch of Plasch held a celebration honoring 50 years of business. It was an open house over at the hair salon on East 9th street for family, friends, clients, and former employees of the business. The event included refreshments, food, games, and live music. Owner Harvey Plasch says he has seen many changes in the industry over the…

MNDOT Proposes Roundabouts On London Road; Some Homeowners Oppose

September 7, 2022

Cara Kopp,

DULUTH, Minn.– The Minnesota Department of Transportation has recently proposed a new project to construct three new roundabouts along London Road. But not everyone living in the area is for it. In an effort to make improvements to the pavement, calm traffic, and make the road safer for pedestrians, MNDOT has proposed the 2025 London Road Project. “We are planning…

City: Duluth’s Tourism Tax Revenue Up ‘Significantly’

September 6, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — New financial numbers show Duluth’s tourism tax revenue is up “significantly” so far this year compared to 2021, according to the city’s Treasury Division. The city’s hotel, motel, food and beverage taxes through July are ahead nearly a $1 million compared to 2021 at $7,322,291. As for the month of July alone, total tourism tax revenue is…

Knowing Your Neighbors: Mama T’s Smokin’ Eats

September 5, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Here in the Northland we are always looking for a new place to eat. Now a literal “family” has taken over the restaurant space in Superior that was once The Hacienda. We introduce you to the new menu, and the new name–Mama T’s Smokin’ Eats. Fox 21 photojournalist Nathaniel LeCapitaine shows us more. Categories: Business, Knowing Your Neighbor,…

Knowing Your Neighbors: Eddie’s New Ownership

August 29, 2022

Mason Kroll,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – “It’s been super fun, it’s been a lot of work, a lot of work, but it’s all worth it,” Eddie’s Co-Owner, Mary Pollock says. Eddie’s is under new ownership after Ben Anderson and Mary Pollock signed the papers on August 3rd and opened the doors back up on August 12th. “Trying to be all inclusive, welcoming everybody…

Coffee Conversation: Lundeen Productions Talks Wedding, Senior GO Shows

August 29, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — Tracy Lundeen, owner of Lundeen Productions, stopped by the morning show Monday to talk about the upcoming Duluth Wedding Show — Fall Showcase and the Senior GO Show at the DECC. Lundeen also looked back at this nearly 50 years as an event promotor in the Twin Ports. Categories: Business, Coffee Conversation, Community, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News…

Coffee Conversation: Local Author Katy Vanderport Talks Poetry, Science Fiction Books

August 24, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — Grand Rapids-area author Katy Vanderport stopped by the morning show to talk about two of her most recent books. Click here to check out her science fiction book called Maggie and Elliot Defy Gravity, and click here to check out her poetry book called Try on My Glasses. Categories: Business, Coffee Conversation, Minnesota, News, News –…

Knowing Your Neighbors: Meg’s Perennials & Marketplace

August 22, 2022

Mason Kroll,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Perennials are some of the toughest plants out there, capable of surviving our harshly cold winters here in the Northland. Meg’s Perennials and Marketplace, a family run business in Hermantown, has thousands of these plants prepped and ready for your garden. “Fall is really the best time for planting perennials, it requires less water, it’s easier on…

Coffee Conversation: The Tribute Fest Preview, Aug. 26, 27

August 19, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Tribute Fest is coming up Aug. 26 and 27 at Bayfront Festival Park. Founder Lou Campbell stopped by the morning show to talk about how the event benefits local veterans through MACV. Categories: Business, Coffee Conversation, Community, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Bent Paddle Introduces Their THC Seltzer

August 18, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – Bent Paddle is introducing a new alternative to alcohol with a brand new THC seltzer. Minnesota passed a law last month that legalizes cannabis edibles and THC-infused beverages. The passion fruit, orange, guava flavored drink was officially packaged Wednesday and set to sell Thursday in the taproom only. They will be sold in crowlers that consist of…

Knowing Your Neighbors: Reclaim Creative Reuse

August 16, 2022

Mason Kroll,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Beads, buttons, yarn, stamps, scrapbook paper… all of these items and more are being sold at a discounted price in small quantities at Reclaim Creative Reuse, and just in time for the new school year. “We wanted to make sure we opened before the students started getting here so we were here for them,” Reclaim Creative Reuse…

Minnesota Nurses Association Votes To Go On Strike

August 16, 2022

Alexandra Burnley,

MINNESOTA — The Minnesota Nurses Association voted to authorize a strike on Monday night, which includes nurses in both the Twin Ports and Twin Cities. The MNA says the strike will include approximately 15,000 nurses. In a press release, the union said the negotiations between the MNA and hospital executives have gone on since March, and the nurses are not…

Northern Lakes Food Bank New Facility

August 15, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank has recently purchased a new facility in the Morgan Park Neighborhood. Previously the Ikonics Corporation building, the space was purchased by Second Harvest for 6.7 million dollars. The food banks current facility was built 20 years ago and operations have since outgrown its capacity. The new space will allow the food…

Coffee Conversation: Two Harbors Art Festival Aug. 12-14

August 12, 2022

Dan Hanger,

Duluth artist Cheyenne Vavrina was in studio Friday morning to show of her fantastic wooden art work while previewing this weekend’s Two Harbors Art Festival. Click the video to see her work, and click here to learn more about the festival happening Aug. 12-14. Categories: Business, Coffee Conversation, Community, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Duluth Public Schools Enters Into New Agreement To Sell Central High School

August 8, 2022

Alexandra Burnley,

DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth Public Schools will sell Central High School to a company called Chester Creek View, LLC for $8 million, the district announced on Monday. The school board voted on the deal on Monday night, and the decision was unanimous. “The board unanimously approved moving forward with the purchase agreement,” Jill Lofald, the school board chair, said in…

Earth Rider Sunday Makers Market

August 7, 2022

Mason Kroll,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Local artists and crafters got together at Earth Rider Brewery Sunday as part of one of their Sunday Makers Markets happening this summer. During the first Sunday of every month from May until September, Northlanders have the opportunity to enjoy cold beer, while browsing over a variety of Twin Ports goods. Items for sale consist of baked…

Soil Contamination Forces Short Shutdown of Enbridge’s Line 5

August 6, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

ASHLAND, Wis. – Enbridge’s Line 5 was shut down for a short time period this week after a trace amount of petroleum product was found in the soil from what is being called a historical discharge. The company says it was detected during scheduled system maintenance Wednesday, August 3, near a valve site around Old Airport Road and Holmes Road southeast…

Lac Courte Oreilles Tribe To Offer Sports & Event Betting

August 6, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

HAYWARD, Wis. – An Indian tribe in northwest Wisconsin will be the latest in the state to offer betting on sports and non-sports events. A compact amendment was signed recently by the state and the Lac Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior Chippewa Indians. They are now the fourth federally recognized Indian tribe in the state to offer sports betting and…

Miller Hill Post Office Closing Next Week

August 4, 2022

Alexandra Burnley,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Miller Hill Post Office in Duluth is closing indefinitely after its lease expired. The last day in business will be August 12th. Customers with mail at the Miller Hill Post Office can pick up their items at Duluth’s main post office location from August 15th until September 2nd. In a press release, the Post Office said…

Coffee Conversation: Emberlight Festival In Ironwood

August 4, 2022

Dan Hanger, Bret Holland,

IRONWOOD, Mich. – Emberlight Festival is on in Ironwood featuring more than 30 events and singers throughout August, along with independent films from around the world and art in the park. Click the video above or click here for more information. Categories: Business, Coffee Conversation, Community, Entertainment, News, News – Latest News

Duluth Tourism Tax Revenue Up 18.4% Year-To-Date

August 2, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth tourism tax revenue is coming in ahead of what’s budgeted so far this year. Tourism tax revenue is made up of hotel, motel, food and beverage taxes. For the month of June, tourism taxes were up 11.8% from June of 2021 at $1,432,977. As for year to date, tourism taxes are up 18.4% compared to this…

Coffee Conversation: Duluth’s North Shore Ballroom

August 2, 2022

Dan Hanger, Bret Holland,

DULUTH, Minn. – North Shore Ballroom in Duluth is full of excitement and passion for ballroom dancing. The instructors are all about helping beginners all the way up to the most experienced. FOX 21’s Dan Hanger stopped by the studio for a look inside. Click the video for more on that, and click here to check out the ballroom online….

Ursa Minor Taps into Solar Energy

July 28, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – Solar energy and beer are colliding in a good way at Ursa Minor Brewing in Duluth’s Lincoln Park neighborhood. The brewery has installed a 24.8 kilowatt solar panel system on the roof. It’s part of the company’s effort to prioritize going green. We’re told beer is a very energy intensive product to produce, so the system doesn’t…

Pilot Project goMARTI to Bring Driverless Cars To Grand Rapids

July 27, 2022

Sophie Varner,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.–Self-driving cars will be coming to the Northland soon. Multiple driverless cars, using state-of-the-art technology, are coming to Grand Rapids on July 29 and August 5. Launching in September is a pilot project called goMARTI, with funding from MinnDOT and other local governmental entities, that specializes in free, on demand rides for those needing it. Although considered driverless,…

Prep Work for Pop-Up CoLab Space Continues

July 27, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – Nine businesses will be taking up space in several downtown Duluth buildings starting next week. The Greater Downtown Council and the Duluth 1200 Fund selected them as part of their Pop-Up CoLab. Each will spend three months’ rent free on the 300 block of West Superior Street, and get $1,500 to cover expenses. Most are owned by a…

Summer Movie-Maker Mixer

July 19, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Upper Midwest Film Office put on a Summer Movie-Maker mixer event Tuesday at The Caddy Shack Pub. Film crew members, those creating projects, or even people who just want to know more about the industry showed up to tonight’s casual mixer to enjoy conversation and drinks. The event was a way to connect people around the…

Lake Superior Brewing to Re-Open at New Location

July 19, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – Lake Superior Brewing Company is in the process of putting in the finishing touches to it’s new location in the East Lakeside Neighborhood. Owners Sarah and Seth Maxim purchased the company two years ago and decided to make it their own while preserving the company’s legacy in making classic old world beers. “We are very attached to…

‘Day Out With Thomas’ Returns To Duluth Depot This August

Tickets are on sale now for the popular event.

July 18, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — Thomas the Tank Engine is returning to the North Shore Scenic Railroad the first two weekends of August, and tickets are on sale now for the popular event. Click the video above for more on the “Day Out With Thomas” event from Ken Buhler, executive director of the NSSR. And click here for ticket information at DuluthTrains.com….

Two Injured From Flash Fire At Superior Refinery

July 15, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Two contractors were injured at Superior Refinery today due to a flash fire. Cenovus says construction activity led to the fire around 1:20 this afternoon. It was quickly extinguished with assistance from the Superior Fire Department. The injured contractors were treated on site, and then transported to a local hospital for assessment and more treatment. Work was…

Coffee Conversation: Duluth Author Of ‘Trixie Bixby And Her 66 Pairs Of Socks’

July 15, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — Angie Delf, a Duluth author of Trixie Bixby and Her 66 Pairs of Socks, stopped by the morning show Friday to talk about her inspiration to write the children’s book. Click the video above to hear more from Angie, and click here to purchase the book. “Trixie is a spirited girl who loves her fun and colorful sock…