All the Buzz in the Northland this Weekend (7/28)
NORTHLAND — If you wanna know all the buzz this weekend, here’s a list of events swarming through the Northland. Categories: News, News – Latest News, News Update
News – Latest News
40th FinnFest Taking Place At The DECC
DULUTH, Minn. — The 40th anniversary of FinnFest is taking place at the DECC this week. The 5-day festival includes activities featuring Finnish art and culture, tours, saunas, workshops, and plenty more. There is even a Tori, which is a Finnish marketplace. The purpose of the event is to understand more about Finnish culture. One vendor has been practicing a…
Animal Allies Humane Society Talks Heat Exhaustion In Dogs
DULUTH, Minn. — The dog days of summer are here, and the weather not only affects us, but our animals too. With temperatures rising the pavement that dogs walk on can become very hot, affecting not only their paws, but their whole body too. Animal Allies Humane Society says since dogs are lower to the ground the heat will rise…
Maurices Partners with MOCA for Free Shopping Event for Ovarian Cancer Survivors
DULUTH, Minn. — The Minnesota Ovarian Cancer Alliance says nearly 20,000 women are diagnosed with ovarian cancer every year in the United States. “There are women in their 20s and 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s,” said Chickie Broman, Ovarian Cancer Survivor. “There are women that have families that have children, small children, there are women that, have careers, and they have to…
Playing Golf to Raise Money For CASDA
SUPERIOR, WISC. –The Center Against Sexual & Domestic Abuse, commonly known as CASDA, held one of its largest fundraisers on Thursday at Nemadji Golf Course in Superior. CASDA’s 11th annual Survivors Golf Scramble had 144 people taking part. The goal was to raise at least $10,000. Tom Beaudry the golf pro at Nemadji, where the golf was played, said it…
New Flower Farm Offers Pick Your Own Option In Sturgeon Lake
DULUTH, Minn. — A pick your own flower farm is opening Friday in Sturgeon Lake. It’s called Virna Flower Farm. It offers the community a chance to pick their own bouquets among other options. The name of the farm comes from trips to Ukraine the owner took meaning faithful or devoted. The farm will be open Fridays from 2 to…
A Meat Allergy Caused By Tick Spit Is Getting More Common, CDC Says
NEW YORK (AP) — More than 100,000 people in the U.S. have become allergic to red meat since 2010 because of a weird syndrome triggered by tick bites, according to a government report released Thursday. But health officials believe many more have the problem and don’t know it. A second report estimated that as many as 450,000 Americans have developed…
Essentia Health And Marshfield Clinic Health System Announce Merger Agreement
DULUTH, Minn. — Essentia Health and Marshfield Clinic Health System announced Thursday their intent to merge. According to a press release, their agreement is to form a new integrated regional health system. Together the combined system will cover 4 states with 3,800 providers and 150 sites of care. Essentia Health’s CEO Dr. David Herman will serve as the chief executive…
Trump Lawyers Meet With Jack Smith’s Team Ahead Of Possible 2020 Election Indictment, AP Source Says
WASHINGTON (AP) — Lawyers for Donald Trump were meeting Thursday with members of special counsel Jack Smith’s team ahead of a potential indictment over the former president’s efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election, according to a person familiar with the matter. The meeting included Trump lawyer John Lauro, said the person, who spoke to The Associated Press on the condition of…
Woodstock Bay Closing For $1.4 Million Improvement Project
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Big changes are on the way for Woodstock Bay in Superior. A major $1.4 million improvement project begins on Monday. Wisconsin Costal Management will contribute a $250,000 grant. Woodstock is currently a boat landing for water enthusiasts, but with the improvements will have much more to offer. “There will be a pavilion, a restroom, parking spots, access…
11 People Displaced After Early Morning Structure Fire In Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. — A structure fire displaced 11 people in the early morning hours on Thursday. The Duluth Fire Department says a fire was reported at 1701 East First Street at 4:30 a.m. Smoke was seen coming from 2 out of the 3 floors of the seven-unit multi family dwelling. 11 residents were home and safely evacuated. The fire department…
Owner Of Duluth’s Frost River Talks Lawsuit Against ‘Indiana Jones’ Maker
DULUTH, Minn. — The owner of Duluth’s Frost River Trading Company spoke out Wednesday about a federal lawsuit his company has filed against the filmmaker of “Indiana Jones 5,” claiming violation of federal trademark law. Image provided in the federal complaint In a federal lawsuit, Frost River claims the new Indiana Jones movie has some scenes where the star of…
Duluth Art Institute May Be Forced to Move
DULUTH, MINN. — The Duluth Art Institute which has called the St. Louis County Depot home for nearly 50 years, may need to find a new location at the end of this year. The St. Louis County Board received a recommendation from its selection committee that the lease proposal for 2024, submitted by the Duluth Art Institute, not be accepted….
Man Stabbed, Another Man Shot In Itasca County Wednesday Morning
BALL CLUB, Minn. – The Itasca County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a man was stabbed in Ball Club early Wednesday morning while another man showed up at the Deer River Emergency Room about an hour later with a gunshot wound. The first call for help came in around 4:03 a.m. from a citizen “requesting help for an adult male…
Whistleblower Claims US Is Concealing Program That Captures UFOs
(FOX 9) — The U.S. is concealing a longstanding program that retrieves and reverse engineers unidentified flying objects, a former Air Force intelligence officer testified Wednesday to Congress. The Pentagon has denied his claims. Retired Maj. David Grusch’s highly anticipated testimony before a House Oversight subcommittee was Congress’ latest foray into the world of UAPs — or “unidentified aerial phenomena,” which…
Sinéad O’Connor, Gifted And Provocative Irish Singer, Dies At 56
LONDON (AP) — Sinéad O’Connor, the gifted Irish singer-songwriter who became a superstar in her mid-20s but was known as much for her private struggles and provocative actions as for her fierce and expressive music, has died at 56. “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Sinéad. Her family and friends are devastated and have requested…
Mega Millions Jackpot Soars To $910 Million After No One Wins Top Prize
(FOX 9) — The Mega Millions jackpot climbed to an estimated $910 million after Tuesday night’s drawing produced no big winners, extending a stretch of bad luck dating back to April. The numbers drawn were: 3, 5, 6, 44, 61 and the yellow ball 25. The absence of a winner for the estimated $820 million jackpot brings the count of…
Mall Of America Shooter Sentenced For Firing Inside Nike Store After Dispute
BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (FOX 9) – A man has been sentenced for his role in the 2022 shooting inside the Nike store at the Mall of America that happened following a dispute that began at the checkout register. Shamar Alon Ramon Lark, 21, was charged with second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon, intentional discharge of a firearm that endangers safety and carrying a pistol in…
US To Send Up To $400 Million In Military Aid To Ukraine
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration is sending up to $400 million in additional military aid to Ukraine, including a variety of munitions for advanced air defense systems and a number of small, surveillance Hornet drones, the Pentagon announced Tuesday, as attacks in the war escalated to include strikes in Moscow and Crimea. The package includes an array of ammunition — ranging…
Minnesota State Agencies Look Ahead To Marijuana Legalization
MINNESOTA — Driving high is a DWI. That is what state agencies discussed Tuesday at a news conference regarding traffic safety ahead of the marijuana legalization on August 1st. Lawmakers approved new resources for impaired driving and cannabis traffic safety efforts. These include: If officers suspect someone is under the influence of drugs while driving, they have the option to…
Former Carlton County Man Charged In 1984 Minneapolis Cold Case
There has been a break in a 1984 cold case in Minneapolis. Police say new DNA technology has identified a former Carlton County man as the killer. Matthew Brown, 66, is also a former security counselor at the Moose Lake Sex Offender Program. Brown is accused of breaking into a random South Minneapolis apartment 39 years ago. (Click here for…
Frost River Sues Lucasfilm Over Backpack In ‘Indiana Jones’ Film
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth-based Frost River is suing the film company behind “Indiana Jones 5” over a backpack. Picture provided in the federal complaint. The clothing company says Lucasfilm used its signature backpacks without approval and then marketed them as a competitor’s product. The lawsuit filed in California federal court said Frost River’s Geologist Pack was intertwined in promotional video…
Statue Of Mary Destroyed During Break-In At Duluth Church
DULUTH, Minn. — A Duluth church became victim of a break-in and vandalism Tuesday. The crime happened at St. Mary Star of the Sea on the 300 block of East Third Street. Father Seth Gogolin said the statue of Mary in the high alter was destroyed, among other damage. Police arrived and arrested the man. He was taken to a…
Cloquet Summer Acting Camp to Highlight Neurodivergence
CLOQUET, Minn.–It’s all about the actors at a camp in Cloquet featuring Little Red Riding Hood… with a twist! This play isn’t your Grandma’s Three Little Pigs. Thursday, July 27, 2 p.m. at Encore Performing Arts in Cloquet you can see the reimagined production of this iconic play. Featured is a rapping wolf, hip squirrels and a dancing Little Riding…
First Of Many, Water Safety Taught To St. Louis River Communities
GARY-NEW DULUTH, Minn.–The hot summer days are tempting to take a break to the lakes and rivers, but not everyone is aware of the safety concerns that come with waters. The St. Louis River Alliance is taking an effort to educate the communities that live near the St. Louis River. Today’s event covered canoeing, from putting on the life jacket…
Superior School Board Member Charged With Election Fraud
SUPERIOR, Wis. — A Superior School Board member has been charged with two felony counts of election fraud. Steven J Stupak Sr. allegedly provided false information in election filing, and to an election clerk. The charges are outlined in a criminal complaint filed in Douglas County last Thursday. One charge says that when he filed for office, Stupak’s sworn declaration…
City of Duluth Looking For Election Judges
DULUTH, Minn. — The City of Duluth is in need of election judges for the upcoming primary and general election. Election judge duties include handling all aspects of voting including opening and closing polls, distributing ballots, and to ensure that voter privacy is maintained. To be a judge you must be eligible to vote in Minnesota. 16 and 17-year-olds can…
Wisconsin Drops Lawsuit Challenging Trump-Era Border Wall Funding
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin is dropping out of two multistate lawsuits that challenged former President Donald Trump’s decision to divert billions of dollars to fund a wall across the southern U.S. border. Lawmakers in Wisconsin granted the state Justice Department permission to exit the lawsuits on Tuesday. Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul, a Democrat, had jointed other states in…
UPS Reaches Tentative Contract With 340,000 Unionized Workers Potentially Dodging Calamitous Strike
NEW YORK (AP) — UPS has reached a contract agreement with its 340,000-person strong union Tuesday, averting a strike that had the potential to disrupt logistics nationwide for businesses and households alike. The agreement was announced after UPS and the Teamsters came back to the negotiating table Tuesday to talk over remaining sticking points in the largest private-sector contract in…
Coffee Conversation: The Loneliness Epidemic Among Young People
DULUTH, Minn. — In a world of 8 billion people, the epidemic of loneliness continues to expand with, especially, young adults in its path. Dr. Jack Stoltzfus joined FOX21 on the morning newscast to talk about the causes of loneliness along with the role parents and society plays in a person’s experience with it. Stoltzfus further explained the importance of…
Moose Lake Community School Receives $1.75 Million Donation For Student Scholarships
MOOSE LAKE, Minn. — The Moose Lake Community School received a generous donation that will help students in their future careers. It is $1.75 million for student scholarships. The donation was made in honor of George E. and Magdalyn Lund. George was a 1931 Moose Lake High School graduate. He graduated at the age of 16 where he then went…
Knowing Your Neighbor: Loch Café and Games
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluthian, Erin Glesner has a passion for baking and creating delicious treats, “I love food, I had my own cottage food bakery since 2015, “said Glesner. Her husband Matt has a passion for tabletop games, “My husband actually grew up going to game shops,” said Glesner. Together they decided to combine their two hobbies to create Loch…
Spill Contained After Train Cars Derailed
SUPERIOR, Wis.–Several BNSF train cars derailed in Superior spilling “some” amount of chemicals early afternoon on Monday. Mayor Jim Paine posted on social media several train cars, including a few tankers, derailed near 28th Street and spilled magnesium chloride, a chemical that is commonly used for road de-icing. Magnesium chloride is a dangerous chemical if exposed in large amounts to…
Nemadji Golf Course Teaching Golf to Military Veterans
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Throughout the summer military veterans are learning new golf skills and freshen up on old ones. Minnesota PGA is teaching veterans the game of golf through a program called PGA Hope. The Nemadji Golf Course in Superior is a part of the program and is helping golfers of all skill levels who served for their country. The…
Duluth City Council Discusses Marijuana Orderience Ahead of Legalization
DULUTH, Minn.–“I don’t honestly think that there’s a lot of people in Duluth who really want their taxpayers dollars going towards citing people for cannabis in our city parks. It just makes no sense,” said Duluth Resident Sophia Louger. When Minnesota legislators approved to legalize recreational marijuana starting August 1, they left it to local governments on how it will…
Moose Lake Community School Receives Huge Donation
MOOSE LAKE, Minn.–The Moose Lake Community School received a generous donation that will help students in their future careers. It is $1.75 million dollars for student scholarships. The donation was made in honor of George E. and Magdalyn Lund. George was a 1931 Moose Lake High School graduate. He graduated at the age of 16 where he then went to…
Bowfest 2023 Underway This Week
SUPERIOR, Wis.–It may be hot this week, but that is not going to keep people away from Mont du Lac Resort’s biggest event. The grounds and ranges are being prepared for Bowfest 2023. Thousands of bow enthusiasts will be lining up targets, meeting with vendors, or walking through the woods to test their skills in a variety of shooting situations….
Air Quality Alert Extended Through Tuesday Afternoon
MINNESOTA–It continues to be hazy in the Northland from wildfire smoke from Canada. It’s not going away too quickly as the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) has extended their air quality alert until Tuesday afternoon. Medical professionals from St. Luke’s warned how children, teenagers in athletics, people with asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), emphysema, and other heart or lung…
UPS Strike Looms: Workers On The Brink, Here’s What You Need To Know
NEW YORK (AP) – The clock is ticking. As the deadline to reach a new contract nears, a potential UPS strike feels closer than ever. Negotiations broke down earlier this month and unionized workers have been holding rallies and practice pickets across the country. The Teamsters, which represent more than half of the company’s workforce, will resume talks with UPS on Tuesday. That leaves less than…
Running Could Potentially Reduce Risk Of Parkinson’s Disease, Study Finds
(FOX 9) — A new study reveals the impact of running can extend beyond the body and could help prevent Parkinson’s disease, a neurological condition that affects balance and coordination and can cause involuntary movements like stiffness and shaking. In a study published in the journal Science Advances, Italian researchers say intensive exercise, including running on a treadmill can stimulate the…
Elon Musk Reveals New X Logo To Replace Twitter’s Blue Bird
LONDON (AP) — Elon Musk has unveiled a new “X” logo to replace Twitter’s famous blue bird as he follows through with a major rebranding of the social media platform he bought for $44 billion last year. The X started appearing at the top of the desktop version of Twitter on Monday, but the bird was still dominant across the smartphone app….
‘Barbenheimer’ Weekend Strikes Box Office Gold
(FOX 9) — “Barbenheimer ” didn’t just work – it spun box office gold. The social media-fueled fusion of Greta Gerwig’s “Barbie” and Christopher Nolan’s “Oppenheimer” brought moviegoers back to the theaters in record numbers this weekend, vastly outperforming projections and giving a glimmer of hope to the lagging exhibition business, amid the sobering backdrop of strikes. Warner Bros.’ “Barbie” claimed the…
New Research Estimates The Levels Of Alzheimer’s County By County
(FOX 9) – For the first time, researchers have been able to estimate the level of Alzheimer’s disease in every county across the United States. The research was released this week at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference. The research reveals that the highest percentages of those 65 and older with Alzheimer’s dementia live in the east and southeastern United States. The author of the…
Lake Superior Art Glass Hosts Annual Marble Hunt
DULUTH, Minn. — Lake Superior Art Glass lost their marbles today, and invited people to search throughout the city to find them for the annual marble hunt. 12 marbles were hidden in various spots around Duluth. Sunday the first clue was released and the scavenger hunt started. Every time a marble was found, the next clue was released. The marble is…
Ceremony Held for Late Fargo Police Officer
PEQUOT LAKES, Minn.– Saturday, July 22, a memorial service was held for the fallen Fargo Police Office, Jake Wallin, in his hometown of Pequot Lakes, Minnesota. Police Officers from all over Minnesota, including those in the Northland, joined Officer Wallin’s family at Pequot Lakes High School. Wallin was shot and killed after arriving at the scene of an accident…
Ninth Annual Chief Frantz Red Run 5K Held
RICE LAKE, MINN. — For nearly ten years the people who live and work near the Rice Lake Fire Department have been celebrating a former fire chief who was important to the community, by holding a 5K in his memory. The event is the Chief Frantz 5K Red Run. Fire Chief Frantz suffered a fatal heart attack while on duty…
Festival By The Lake
DULUTH, MINN. — Festival by the Lake at the Bayfront Festival Park was a success. There were more than 160 vendors on hand as well as musical and other entertainment to keep people entertained. One of the vendors was the Forging Community, a Blacksmithing Non-Profit. This was the group’s fourth appearance at the festival. One of the blacksmiths Warren Bethencourt,…
Multiple Arrests Made After Two-Year-Old Overdosed in Aitkin County
AITKIN COUNTY, Minn. –Friday, a two-year-old was reported to be unresponsive after being exposed to a controlled substance in Aitkin County. Family members called 911 from a vehicle in the Garrison area after removing the child from the household. The child was transported to Metro hospital by air ambulance and is in stable condition. Aitkin County Sheriffs executed a search…
Essentia Open House Attracts Hundreds and Picketers As Well
DULUTH, MINN. — After decades of talking and planning, four years of actual construction, and $900 million dollars later, the new Essentia St. Marys Hospital is just days away from accepting its first patients. Essentia opened the doors of its new hospital for the public to stop by and take a look and learn about the new facility. Before the…
Cirrus Expands Footprint With Purchase of Building From City of Duluth
DULUTH, MINN. –Cirrus Aircraft is continuing its expansion in Duluth by purchasing the incubator building from the City of Duluth. The purchase price was not disclosed. The 79,000-square-foot incubator building was a city project aimed at supporting advanced aircraft manufacturing, which met its goal of creating higher-wage employment opportunities. The building was constructed in 2002 with a $3.45M grant partnership…
