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Get Downtown Week Approaching

The event is scheduled from Monday, April 25 through Saturday, April 30.

April 8, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.– Get Downtown week is nearing and some of the cities most popular restaurants, breweries and retailers are participating in this week long event. Typically called “Eat Downtown” Restaurant Week, the Duluth’s Greater Downtown Council wanted to include all kinds of businesses. This effort is to help drive more customers back to Duluth’s downtown waterfront and celebrate shopping locally….

Bent Paddle Brewing Unveils New Look For Year-Round Beers

April 7, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – For the first time since their launch in 2013, Bent Paddle Brewing is changing the way its main year-round beers look with a brand refresh. New packaging began Thursday for their Venture Pils, Bent Hop IPA, 14° Amber, Black Ale, and Cold Press Black. Each features a beach along Lake Superior, with their geo-coordinates on the box, which…

Duluth Folk School Designs Ukrainian Eggs Known As Pysanky For Fundraiser

April 7, 2022

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Folk School held a fundraiser Thursday making traditional Ukrainian Easter eggs called pysanky. With invasions in Ukraine, the Folk School is offering extra sessions of this class in hopes to raise money for Doctors Without Borders and the International Rescue Committee. People in the class created designs on eggs using a wax batik method. After…

Duluth Council To Vote To Support $25M In State Surplus For 148th Fighter Wing’s Future

April 6, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Minnesota lawmakers are working on bi-partisan legislation to spend $25 million from the state’s budget surplus to upgrade the Minnesota Air National Guard’s 148th Fighter Wing in Duluth for future success. It’s a move in St. Paul that has Duluth City Council President Arik Forsman, Vice President Janet Kennedy and Councilor Renee Van Nett co-sponsoring an amended…

Lake Avenue Hosts Benefit for Local Ukrainian Families

Lake Avenue has raised $10,000 so far in their efforts.

April 6, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.– With the increasing violence going on in Ukraine, one local restaurant in Canal Park is hosting a benefit for Ukrainian families here in Minnesota. Lake Avenue Restaurant and Bar has partnered with the head chef from Moscow on the Hill in St. Paul, to help raise money for their Ukrainian Employees with families over seas impacted by the…

Passed: $49.7M Bond Referendum To Update, Renovate Hayward Community School Dist.

April 6, 2022

Dan Hanger,

HAYWARD, Wis. – Tuesday’s Spring Election brought a big backing for the Hayward Community School District and its proposal to borrow nearly $50 million to upgrade and renovate multiple school buildings. 1,922 people voted in favor of the bond referendum while 956 voted against it. According to the district, the money would improve safety and security, increase learning opportunities for…

The New ‘Visit Duluth’ To Roll Out First Big Marketing Campaign Next Week

April 5, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – With the pandemic definitely easing up, mask mandates on the curb and spring in the air, summer tourism is expected to be a blockbuster for many cities across the country, especially right here in Duluth, of course. And the fresh sense of excitement comes as the newly reconfigured Visit Duluth prepares to officially unveil its first big…

Lake Avenue Restaurant To Host ‘Ukrainian Benefit Specialty Dinner’ Thursday

April 5, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Lake Avenue Restaurant and Bar is hosting a “Ukrainian Benefit Specialty Dinner” Thursday evening. The restaurant is partnering with the head chef from Moscow on the Hill in St. Paul, which has many Ukrainian employees with family overseas. Derek Snyder says 100 percent of the proceeds from the dinner will go toward helping those families with food,…

Former Kemps Dairy Plant Demolished In Lincoln Park

April 5, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Another demolition is underway in Duluth’s Lincoln Park Craft District to make way for future development. The demo is happening at the former Kemps Dairy Plant just a block up from West Superior Street on 20th Avenue West. While it’s not known what specifically going into the location, the new owners did say in 2020 that it…

Sunflowers for Ukraine: Local Flower Shop Hosts Fundraiser

The sunflower represents Ukraine's national flower.

April 5, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.– A local flower shop is raising money to support the people of Ukraine, through the sale of sunflowers. Engwall Flowers is currently selling stems and bouquets featuring the countries national flower. All proceeds will be donated to the Ukraine Red Cross. Amongst all the tragedy that has happened there, one story in particular hit home for the flower…

Duluth Pack Launches Bison Lady Slipper Pack

April 5, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Pack has announced the launch of its new bison lady slipper pack. The company launched the first line of lady slipper packs in the spring of 2021. Now they’re offering them in premium bison leather. The bison leather is stronger than normal cow hide and comes in a variety of shades. “We do a lot of…

Blacklist New Location Close to Opening

April 5, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – Blacklist Brewing’s new spot on Superior Street requires just a few more household type things before the company makes the big move. The business is still in the works of hooking up tap lines, tanks, paint work, and moving in furniture. The new space is three times bigger than the current spot and will include an event…

KYN: Red Dog Drive Thru Excited for Summer

April 4, 2022

Mason Kroll,

A new Ice cream shop in Carlton is getting revved up for the summer season. Red Dog Drive Thru opened their doors in July of 2021, and after a cold winter, the shop is ready to embrace warmer weather. “The summers are very very busy around here. Winter’s been kind of slow, I think it was probably because it was…

Brickyard Up For Sale In Wrenshall, Minnesota

Wrenshall’s Brickyard Restaurant For Sale

Owners Remain Hopeful That Brickyard Will Continue to Serve Locals After Sale.

April 4, 2022

Abby Rowe,

The Brickyard Restaurant in Wrenshall is up for sale. Owners Brian and and Caroline Johnson have been in the restaurant business for decades, but they say it’s time for a change. Although the local business is currently on the market, the owners remain hopeful that Brickyard will continue to serve the people of Wrenshall for years to come. “We’re hoping…

Northland Horse Fair Back in the Saddle at Miller Hill Mall

The fair featured different vendors, seminars, petting zoos, and full-sized and miniature horses.

April 2, 2022

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.- If you’ve never seen a horse in a shopping mall, Saturday was the day at Miller Hill Mall. Beyond the Barn, a western boutique store hosted its 16th annual Northland Horse Fair featuring different vendors, seminars, petting zoos, and full-sized and miniature horses. Manager Amanda Crist says she was more than excited to bring the horse community together…

Sip a Beer, Take a Dip in Lake Superior to Wrap Up Fitger’s Bock Fest

After a long winter, and with spring on its way, this old German tradition celebrates the transition of seasons.

April 2, 2022

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.- Fitgers Bock Fest’s 3-day celebration continued this weekend, with some really chilled-out activities. People checked out the live outdoor music, food tents, and specialty Bock Beer, which is beer caramelized with a hot poker to make it sugary and foamy. There were also German cultural events like Volksmarch and stein races, and Saturday attendees even took a Big…

Howard’s Que Thriving In All-American Club

Howard Ross is set up inside the kitchen of the All-American Club in the Lincoln Park Craft District.

April 2, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- One of Duluth’s newer barbecue places is thriving in its new indoor space. Howard’s Que started off as a pop-up outside the Shanty Bottle Shop in Hillside. Now, owner, Howard Ross is set up inside the kitchen of the All-American Club in the Lincoln Park Craft District. A great stepping stone to bigger and better things, he said….

GB Schneider’s Closing and Mexico Lindo Moving In

The restaurant will officially be closing on May 5.

April 1, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.– A local restaurant is sadly closing after twelve years of serving the West Duluth community. While a Canal Park favorite plans to move in. GB Schneider and Company, a staple here in Duluth will be closing in just months. The owner Gary Schneider says he has worked in the restaurant industry since he was fifteen. Now, the 72-year…

Updawg Food Truck Gets New Kitchen Space inside Average Joe’s in Superior

The owners said they plan to open their kitchen in Average Joes this coming Wednesda

April 1, 2022

Arman Rahman,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Two young businessmen started a food truck in Duluth last year putting unique spins on the classic hot dog. Now their wiener business found its own bun inside an existing Superior business — opening soon. Updawg is now set up over at Average Joe’s in Superior. The wiener duo started their food truck serving unique hot dogs last…

Frost River Unveils New Solid Brass Thimble as April Fools Product

Every April they think of a new one to help promote their spring catalog and staff say the community seems to look forward to their annual joke.

April 1, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- A local outdoor gear store in Duluth’s Lincoln Park is now getting into the outdoor sewing business with their new brass product. Frost River unveiled their new solid brass thimble. Staff says more than 30 thousand years of history is packed into less than a cubic inch, now in Frost River’s solid brass. If you’re confused, don’t’ worry,…

Poultry Sales, Exhibits Temporarily Banned due to Bird Flu

April 1, 2022

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota animal health officials are imposing a ban on all poultry sales and exhibitions through the month of April after the presence of bird flu was found in the state. The ban, which includes poultry community sales, swaps, fairs, exhibitions, and other events where birds are brought together, is effective Friday and lasts through May…

Crane Hauls In New HVAC System For Historic Douglas County Courthouse

March 31, 2022

Dan Hanger,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – A massive crane could be seen hovering over downtown Superior Thursday. The Douglas County administrator told FOX 21 the crane is there to replace an outdated HVAC system on the historic Douglas County Courthouse. Crews could be seen taking 15 to 20-year-old heating and cooling equipment off the top of the building. The new $345,000 HVAC system…

Blue Rock Grill Grand Opening

The Restaurant features high quality spirits and fresh ingredients.

March 31, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.– The Blue Rock Grill located near the Miller Hill Mall is opening its doors again after making some changes from its original coffee and wine bar. The restaurant’s new revamped look focuses more on high quality spirits and craft cocktails, with shareable plates. Management tells us they think the new look helps make the spot the perfect date…

Pho Cali to Close at End of April

Pho Cali is located on the corner of Belknap Street and Hammond Avenue.

March 31, 2022

Cam Derr,

SUPERIOR, Wisc.– A downtown Superior Vietnamese Restaurant is sadly closing its doors in just weeks. The owners of Pho Cali say they won’t be continuing their lease when it’s up at the end of the month. In a Facebook post they thanked their customers for the support over the past five years. Customers are encouraged to stop by the restaurant…

Arrowhead Home and Builders Show Returns to the DECC

Soaring Tiny Builds was just one of the many vendors at the show.

March 30, 2022

Cam Derr,

DULUTH, Minn.– After a two year hiatus, the Arrowhead Home and Builders Show returned to the DECC Wednesday.. The event is the largest home show in the region and features all the latest trends and technology for your home, and much more. The show began today and will run through Sunday of this week. Categories: Business, Entertainment, Great Outdoors, Minnesota,…

Mayor Larson’s 2022 Focus: Economic Development, Public Safety, Connectivity, Sustainability

March 29, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Mayor Emily Larson was face-to-face with fellow leaders and supporters Tuesday evening for her first in-person State of the City Address in two years because of the pandemic. The theme of the speech was “lighting a path forward” to focus on economic development, public safety, connectivity and sustainability. As for economic development, Larson said the city…

Barker’s Island Inn Ready For Busy Summer, Especially With Canadian Border Reopen

March 29, 2022

Marcus Asmus,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Barker’s Island Inn is ready for a comeback after the pandemic didn’t allow the hotel and convention center to reach its full potential the past two years. Weddings and gatherings of all kinds had been rescheduled, and they are gearing up to have a busy 2022 summer season – especially with the Canadian border back open. “COVID…

New Co-op Space for Businesses in Downtown Duluth

March 29, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – March 29 is National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day, and one doesn’t have to look hard in the Northland to see how they collaborate to help each other out. A recent example of this comes through the work of Reimagined by T-Underwood in downtown Duluth. The painting, do-it-yourself project, home staging, and redesign business made available…

As the Temperatures Rise, It’s Time to Grill Outside

London Road Rental anticipates a busy grill and barbeque season.

March 29, 2022

Sophie Varner,

DULUTH, Minn.–As we get closer to summer to summer you might be dusting off your grill that’s been sitting in storage all winter, or looking to fire up a new one! The owner of London Road Rental in Duluth tells us now that the temperatures are rising, they’re seeing more customers coming in to check out brand-name grill and smokers…

Knowing Your Neighbors: Heide’s Mastectomy Store in Duluth

Heide's specializes in post-mastectomy care and compression garments for men and women with vascular and lymphatic disorders.

March 28, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Getting fitted for medical garments post-surgery or procedure can feel like a dry expressionless experience. But the folks at Heide’s Mastectomy Store in Duluth are hoping to change that. “So it feels almost like a boutique but we bill insurance for the products,” said Nicole Wrazidlo, a mastectomy fitter and Lymphedema master fitter. The mastectomy and compression store…

Memorial Day Parade Saved By Duluth City Council, Fee Dispute Resolved

March 28, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth City Council approved a resolution Monday to keep the longstanding Memorial Day Parade in West Duluth by dropping the event’s fee from thousands of dollars to just under $200. Council President Arik Forsman and Council Vice President Janet Kennedy were behind the resolution. The resolution changes the fee for the parade to $187.10, which is…

Exhibitors Getting Ready For 54th Annual Arrowhead Home And Builders Show.

The annual Arrowhead Home and Builders Show Preps are Underway

Nearly four hundred exhibitors are setting up for the 54th annual show at the DECC

March 28, 2022

Sophie Varner,

DULUTH, Minn.–The 54th annual Arrowhead Home and Builders Show is back at the DECC beginning this Wednesday. Currently almost four hundred exhibitors are setting up for thousands of people to check out the five day event. The show is known as a one-stop destination for any home remodeling or garden project need. The Home and Builders Show Manager Christ Navratil…

VIDEO: What’s Good at Goodwill This Spring

March 28, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Goodwill down on Garfield Avenue is always accepting donations and considers this as their busy season. With winter apparel switching over to spring northlanders are looking to thrift or donate. Categories: Business, Community, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Sun Country Flight Cancellations Cause Spring Break Travel Troubles For Some Passengers

March 27, 2022

Site Staff,

BLOOMINGTON, Minn (FOX 9) – Katie Nelson recently spent a picture-perfect week in Orlando with her family, soaking up the sun and enjoying Disney World with her niece and nephew. As they were getting ready to board a Sun Country flight home to Minneapolis last Friday night, that all changed. “We had just parked the rental car in the ramp and I got…

Commercial Space, Event Center for Rent Opens in Old Billings Park Cafe Building

Since mid-February businesses like the new Superior Roux restaurant have been renting out the commercial space which is registered with the Douglas County Department of Health.

March 25, 2022

Arman Rahman,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- New life is coming to the once vacant billings park cafe in Superior as one business owner hopes it’s the start of a new direction for the neighborhood. Craig Sutherland has turned the building into “Venue in the Park.” Since mid-February businesses like the new Superior Roux restaurant have been renting out the commercial space which is registered…

Minnesota Sending Out Estimated Market Value Notifications

Over the next several weeks residents will receive their Estimated Market Value notification.

March 25, 2022

Ken Slama,

DULUTH, Minn. -St. Louis County officials say some property owners might be surprised to learn how much the value of their property went up. Over the next several weeks residents will receive their Estimated Market Value notification. Officials say a few factors may have caused the value of their property to go up, like the busiest real estate market the…

Lake Superior College Hosts Career And Transfer Fair

March 24, 2022

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Lake Superior College is having its first big networking event since the pandemic as employers set up their booths in hopes of connecting with students walking through. More than 70 employers turned out Wednesday representing fields such as healthcare, trade jobs, military, and much more. Kaitlyn Steffen, director of career services, said it’s an opportunity for students…

Crumbl Cookies Open in Duluth, Grand Opening Friday

March 24, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

DULUTH, Minn. – Crumbl Cookies is ready to serve you in Duluth. The franchise has its grand opening March 25, but people took advantage of their soft open March 24 to get their first taste. For the owners, this is their fifth location in Minnesota and their first in the Northland. “It feels so good,” says Brian Howell, co-owner of the…

Port Of Duluth-Superior Pulls Out Of Hibernation With Arrival Of Cutter Vessels

March 23, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Port of Duluth-Superior is pulling out of hibernation with the Soo Locks opening in just days and ice cutting now underway. Two ice cutting vessels arrived in the port Wednesday and will focus first on freeing tugboats so they can free five domestic ships that have been docked all winter. The arrival also means the return…

Round Here Records Pop-Up at Bent Paddle

March 23, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – Listen up music lovers, a vinyl pop-up shop is making it’s way through the Twin Ports. Round Here Records Duluth sells, buys, and trades vinyl’s and features many genres, including Classic Rock, Soundtracks, and even a local section. The company started doing pop-ups last summer, showing up at places like Pizza Luce and the Duluth Clothing Company….

Gordy’s Hi-Hat has Reopened for its 62nd Season

March 23, 2022

Ken Slama,

CLOQUET, MN – Gordy’s Hi-Hat in Cloquet is officially open and ready to serve up classic American cheeseburgers that haven’t changed since they first opened 62 years ago. Every year around the first day of spring regardless of the weather, they are excited to see their regulars again and serve the community. After Gordy’s passing last year, they look forward…

Visit Duluth’s New President A Native Of Italy, Ready To Move Forward ‘Like A Rocket’

March 22, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – The newly configured Visit Duluth officially has a new president to lead its convention and visitor center operations. This comes as Twin Cities marketing firm Bellmont Partners now handles all marketing for the city. Daniele Villa was born and raised in Italy, most recently managed luxury shows and conventions in Dubai and has lived in Duluth the…

Minnesota DNR: Line 3 Work Harmed Groundwater More Than We Knew

The state Department of Natural Resources says Enbridge Energy crews ruptured three groundwater aquifers while building the 340-mile pipeline across northern Minnesota last year.

March 22, 2022

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Jim Mone, File) ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9/AP) – The damage to public groundwater resources in Minnesota from missteps during construction of the Line 3 oil pipeline is more severe than previously known, state environmental regulators said. Enbridge Energy crews ruptured three groundwater aquifers while building the 340-mile (550-kilometer) pipeline across northern Minnesota last year and the company faces…

Wisconsin Anglers Ready For Steelhead Trout Opener On Brule River

March 21, 2022

Dan Hanger,

A late-season storm is on its way, but anglers are getting anxious for this weekend’s steelhead trout opener in Wisconsin. The owner of Great Lakes Fly Shop, John Fehnel, says fly fishing this early in the season isn’t the easiest because many rivers are still iced up, but the diehards will get out this weekend on the popular Brule River,…

KYN: Detail and Dash, Not Your Ordinary Car Wash

March 21, 2022

Mason Kroll,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – “It’s been awesome, it’s been really cool to see all the hard work pay off,” Detail and Dash Owner, Zach Tharge says. It’s that time of year for spring cleaning especially when it comes to your car. Basic car washes can cause more harm than good to a vehicle, but one local business is taking a different…

Sara's Table Raises Awareness With Ukranian Menu Items

Local Café Helps Raise Awareness with Ukrainian Inspired Menu

March 21, 2022

Ken Slama,

DULUTH, MN – Over the weekend, Sara’s Table in Duluth was raising awareness for Ukraine by creating a menu of Ukrainian inspired dishes. Aside from the eastern European cuisine, they shared information on how customers could get involved in donating to the Ukrainian relief effort themselves. “Well that’s sort of the mission statement of the restaurant, is to help the…

UMD Students Root for Bulldog Women in Frozen Four with Gear from UMD Stores

Management says orders have been steady for t-shirts and sweatshirts celebrating the team making it to the Frozen Four.

March 20, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Even though the UMD Women’s Hockey Team lost to Ohio State after a hard-fought game, leading up to the championship excitement was bubbling on the UMD campus and merch was flying off the shelves at the school’s Store. Management says orders have been steady for t-shirts and sweatshirts celebrating the team making it to the Frozen Four. And…

Waukesha Sets Up City Hall Memorial To Parade Crash Victims

March 20, 2022

Dan Hanger,

WAUKESHA, Wis. – City officials in Waukesha have created a memorial within City Hall to the six people who were killed when an SUV plowed through a Christmas parade last November. WTMJ-AM reports that city officials hung paintings of the six people by artist Joanne Bowring on the wall in City Hall. A commission plans to meet March 31 to…

Canadian Pacific Rail Work Stoppage Could Hit US Agriculture

March 20, 2022

Dan Hanger,

A Canadian Pacific Railway worker walks the picket line while on strike at the Cote Saint-Luc railyard in Montreal on Feb. 16, 2015. Canadian Teamsters and CP Rail blamed each other for a work stoppage Sunday, March 20, 2022 that brought trains to a halt across Canada and interrupted commerce saw trains come to halt across Canada. (Ryan Remiorz/The Canadian…

Preservation Alliance Rallies to Save Former Hotel Astoria Building from Demolition After Businesses Forced Out

The Duluth Preservation Alliance said this is part of an attack on the Historic Arts and Theater, or HART District.

March 19, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Historic preservationists in Duluth met to call on the City not to demolish the former Hotel Astoria building months after the small businesses inside were forced out by a California-based developer. Hall Equities, a real estate investment, and development company announced plans to demolish the Hotel Astoria building on Superior Street across the street from the Duluth Candy…