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Some Iron Range Schools See A Drop In Enrollment

Many remain hesitant about sending their kids back to in-person instruction during the pandemic.

March 8, 2021

Nachai Taylor,

AURORA, Minn. – Multiple Iron Range public school districts are still being impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Some are reporting a decline in enrollment because of the ongoing health crisis. It’s not uncommon for some Northland school districts to see a slight drop in student enrollment from year to year, but the coronavirus pandemic is causing an even greater decline…

Duluth YMCA Give Thanks To Local AmeriCorps Members

Currently, there are about 100 AmeriCorps members stationed in the Duluth area that work in many different fields, including helping in local schools.

March 8, 2021

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Area Family YMCA is giving a special thank you to AmeriCorps members that have dedicated their time helping make a difference in the Duluth community. This week is National AmeriCorps week. Local chapter members and their families will get a chance to enjoy free entry to the YMCA all week. Currently, there are about 100…

Duluth Seaway Port Authority Receives Grants from MnDOT

The Duluth Seaway Port Authority will receive two grants totaling $7.4 million from MnDOT to help improve and repair port infrastructure.

March 8, 2021

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Seaway Port Authority will receive two grants totaling $7.4 million from MnDOT to help improve and repair port infrastructure. $5 million will go to help repair 1,200 feet of dock wall at the Clure Public Marine Terminal in Duluth while another $2.4 million will be used to create a 112,000-square foot warehouse that will feature…

International Women’s Day Gives Reason to Celebrate Women in Business

Today is International Women's Day and people throughout the country are celebrating the importance of women-led organizations.

March 8, 2021

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – Today is International Women’s Day and people throughout the country are celebrating the importance of women-led organizations. Reimagined by T. Underwood is a women-led business in Duluth, which sells things like paint, DIY projects and plants. The business is also run as a creative co-op, which means they sell products from other shops, which are mainly owned…

Dylan Fest Returns To Duluth For The 11th Year

The festivities will mainly be virtual with some in-person events hosted at Earth Rider Brewery in Superior.

March 8, 2021

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn – The Duluth Dylan Fest is coming back this year despite the pandemic. This year will be the 11th year the event has been held and will commemorate Bob Dylan’s 80th birthday. The festivities will mainly be virtual with some in-person events hosted at Earth Rider Brewery in Superior. This year, there will also be a songwriter contest…

VFW Celebrates New Location in Light of Anniversary of Fire

It was one year ago when the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1720 burned down in Grand Rapids. The loss of the VFW building hit area veterans hard. However, the brand new VFW Post is now complete.

March 8, 2021

Jane Kim,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. – It was one year ago when the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 1720 burned down in Grand Rapids. The loss of the VFW building hit area veterans hard. However, the brand new VFW Post is now complete. After the fire happened, crews were able to enter the building and save important items, but much was lost…

2 Million More Wisconsin Residents to Be Vaccine Eligible

March 8, 2021

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – About 2 million more Wisconsin residents, including those with certain pre-existing conditions, will be eligible for the coronavirus vaccine in the next round to be announced later this week. Wisconsin Deputy Health Secretary Julie Willems Van Dijk said Monday the new eligibility group will likely be unveiled on Thursday. The last expansion, which included teachers and…

Watch: Derek Chauvin Trial Live Stream, Updates

March 8, 2021

Site Staff,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – The judge overseeing the trial of a former Minneapolis police officer accused in the death of George Floyd has paused jury selection while an appeal proceeds over the possible reinstatement of a third-degree murder charge. Judge Peter Cahill agreed Monday that he does not have jurisdiction to rule on whether the third-degree murder charge should be reinstated…

2021 Duluth Dylan Fest to Feature New Songwriting Contest

March 8, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – To commemorate Bob Dylan’s 80th birthday this yea,r Duluth Dylan Fest has partnered with Song From the North Country to add a twist to the annual songwriter contest. “We are excited about the new twist on the songwriter contest this year,” said committee member Mark Poirier. “The pandemic has inspired our committee to think creatively and provide…

Midday Update 3-8-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, Mar. 8, 2021

March 8, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, Mar. 8, 2021. Have a great day! Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, midday update, News

Fully Vaccinated People Can Gather Without Masks, CDC Says

March 8, 2021

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) — Fully vaccinated Americans can gather with other vaccinated people indoors without wearing a mask or social distancing. That’s according to long-awaited guidance from federal health officials. The recommendations were announced Monday. They also say that vaccinated people can come together in the same way with people considered at low-risk for severe diseases, such as in the…

Shamrock Shake Season Sparks Donations for Ronald McDonald House Charities

The Shamrock Shake Fundraiser Runs Through Wednesday, Mar. 17, 2021

March 8, 2021

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Happening now through Wednesday, Mar. 17, you’re encouraged to treat yourself to a McDonald’s Shamrock Shake to help those in need. The annual Shamrock Shake Fundraiser donates 25 cents per sale of each shake to help Ronald McDonald House Charities across the Midwest. Since 2014, more than $600,000 has been raised, which goes directly back into multiple…

New Idea to Spread Internet Access in Rural Wisconsin Areas: Drones

March 8, 2021

The Associated Press,

EAGLE RIVER, Wis. (AP) — Students in the northern Wisconsin school district without reliable home internet will soon be able to connect to their school networks via a drone-powered cellular signal. The project comes from a Wisconsin startup via a state-funded pilot program in the Eagle River area. Wisconsin Public Radio reports the goal is to test the use of drones as…

Morning Update 3-8-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, Mar. 8, 2021

March 8, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, Mar. 8, 2021. Have a great day! Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, morning update, News, weather

Derek Chauvin Trial Begins in Death of George Floyd

March 8, 2021

KQDS Staff,

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – Hennepin County Judge Peter Cahill has ruled jury selection in the Derek Chauvin trial for the death of George Floyd can move forward Monday morning despite the unresolved issue of a third-degree murder charge in the case. Chauvin’s attorney, Eric Nelson, told the court he intends to file a petition for the Minnesota Supreme Court to review the Court of Appeals opinion…

Split Rock Lighthouse State Park to Add New Campground

March 8, 2021

The Associated Press,

BEAVER BAY, Minn. (AP) — One of Minnesota’s more popular state parks is getting a new campground. Work continues this year on a project to add Split Rock Lighthouse State Park’s first drive-in camping option. The Shipwreck Creek campground is tentatively planned to open in the fall, with 46 sites with electric service and a modern shower and bathroom facility….

Jury Selection Is 1st Battleground at Trial in Floyd’s Death

March 8, 2021

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The fate of a former Minneapolis police officer who pressed his knee into George Floyd’s neck as the man said he couldn’t breathe will be decided by 12 residents of Hennepin County who will be picked after extensive grilling about their views. Jury selection begins Monday in the trial of Derek Chauvin, who is charged with second-degree…

Tickets Selling Fast for Thomas the Tank Engine’s Return to Duluth in August

Organizers say Preseason Thomas ticket sales are running about 300% ahead of 2020 and 2019.

March 7, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The second year of the pandemic is not keeping Thomas the Tank Engine down; he’s making a trip back up to Duluth this summer. Thomas and his green friend Percy will be back at the North Shore Scenic Railroad the first two weekends of August. This year the event is almost entirely outside this year with social distancing…

Unseasonable Warmth Brings Welcomed Boost for Duluth Breweries During Pandemic Winter

Staff at Ursa Minor and Blacklist Brewing say the warm weather is bringing many customers to sit outside, and inside.

March 7, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Small breweries across Duluth say the unseasonably warm temperatures — pushing 50 degrees in some places Sunday — has brought their businesses closer to normal than they’ve ever felt in the past year. “It has been nice to do things back to, quote-unquote, ‘normal,’” said Niki McArthur, Bartender and Pizza Oven Tender at Ursa Minor Brewing. It looked…

Construction Prompting Continued Backlash for Enbridge Line 3 Replacement Project

Ground Broke for the Final, Minnesota Portion of the Project in December of 2020

March 7, 2021

Brett Scott,

CARLTON COUNTY, Minn. – A project six years in the making has officially broken ground. It was back on Oct. 24, 2014, when Enbridge Energy filed its notice plan with the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission to begin moving forward on a massive 2.9 billion dollar replacement project of its Line 3 pipeline responsible for transporting crude oil. Ground broke on…

Hockey Hall of Fame Museum Official Speaks on Pavelich’s Passing

March 7, 2021

CJ Baumgartner,

EVELETH, Minn.– On Friday, U.S. hockey legend Mark Pavelich died at a treatment center in Sauk Centre, Minnesota. Now the Iron Range hockey community is reflecting on his legacy. Pavelich grew up around Eveleth, played at UMD from 1977-79, and was a key part of the 1980 gold medal “Miracle On Ice Team.” He then played professionally in the ‘80s…

Twin Ports VA Vaccinates Over 1200 Veterans in Superior

March 7, 2021

CJ Baumgartner,

SUPERIOR, Wis.– Those who fought to protect our country are now being protected from COVID-19. “Just nice to know that it’s available and that it happened so quick,” said Air Force Veteran James Bragge, who served from 1983-2005. The Twin Ports VA Clinic in Superior held its first ever vaccine event for COVID-19 this weekend, vaccinating 1250 veterans all around…

2 Boys Injured In UTV Accident

March 7, 2021

Dan Hanger,

GNESEN TOWNSHIP, Minn. – Two boys were injured Sunday when their side-by-side utility terrain vehicle flipped on the frozen Boulder Lake in Gnesen Township. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office says a 12-year-old boy was transported to St. Luke’s Hospital by LifeLink III with a broken femur. A 6-year-old boy suffered a head laceration and was taken by Mayor Ambulance…

Johnson Still Undecided On Seeking Third Senate Term

March 7, 2021

Dan Hanger,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson says he remains undecided on whether to seek a third term and may not announce his plans for as much as a year, even though keeping his pledge not to run again is “probably my preference now.” However, Johnson said when he made the pledge in 2016 he didn’t envision that Democrats…

Floyd’s Cause Of Death, Ex-Cop’s Force Will Be Keys At Trial

March 7, 2021

KQDS Staff,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Legal experts say the murder case against the Minneapolis police officer who pressed his knee on George Floyd’s neck is no slam dunk, despite powerful bystander video from the scene. Jury selection begins Monday in Derek Chauvin’s trial on second-degree murder and manslaughter charges. The outcome of the trial is expected to come down to two key…

Key Players In Trial Of Ex-Officer Charged In Floyd’s Death

March 7, 2021

KQDS Staff,

George Floyd MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Jury selection begins Monday for a former Minneapolis police officer charged with murder and manslaughter in George Floyd’s death. Derek Chauvin’s trial, which is expected to last weeks, will be overseen by an experienced, no-nonsense judge and argued by skilled attorneys on both sides. Outside issues such as the COVID-19 pandemic and a global outcry…

Gov. Walz: 1 Million Vaccinated in Minnesota, on Anniversary of State’s First COVID-19 Case

Additionally, he announced that nearly 55% of Minnesota’s educators, school staff, and child care providers have gotten a shot.

March 6, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The State of Minnesota reached a new milestone in vaccinations, as Governor Tim Walz announced one million Minnesotans have been vaccinated Saturday, the one-year anniversary of the first case of COVID-19 appearing in the state. Gov. Walz shared the news on his Facebook page Saturday. Today, exactly one year after Minnesota’s first confirmed case of COVID-19, we reached…

Duluth Police Dept. Names Steve Stracek to Fill Third Deputy Chief Position

His seleciton is part a department restructuring to focus on better policies and community engagement.

March 6, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Police Department this week announced the selection of Steve Stracek to serve as Deputy Chief, as part of an ordinance change by Duluth City Council allowing the department to hire a third, tasked with leading the department to be more accountable. Stracek joined the department in 1993, and over 23 years served as commander of the…

Hermantown Youth Team Honors Fallen DPD K-9 Luna

March 6, 2021

CJ Baumgartner,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.– Duluth police K-9 Luna was shot and killed during a 20 hour police standoff last week. While Luna may be gone, her memory is alive and well for one Northland youth basketball team. “Win for Luna,” the kids exclaimed! While playing at Minnesota state basketball tournament down in the Twin Cities, the Hermantown 4th grade boys’ basketball team…

Family Cleans Up Blown Away Trash Near Superior Landfill

March 6, 2021

CJ Baumgartner,

SUPERIOR, Wis.– Some Northlanders decided to spend the nice day taking care of the area environment. The Halbrook family set out to pick up trash on Moccasin Mike Road near the Superior Landfill on Saturday. They cleaned up some of the garbage they saw earlier this week which blew over from the landfill. While they say the city of Superior…

U.S. Senate Approves $1.9T Virus Relief Bill

The bill provides direct payments of up to $1,400 for most Americans, extended emergency unemployment benefits, and more.

March 6, 2021

Arman Rahman,

WASHINGTON (AP) — An exhausted Senate narrowly approved a $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill Saturday as President Joe Biden and his Democratic allies notched a victory they called crucial for hoisting the country out of the pandemic and economic doldrums. After laboring through the night on a mountain of amendments — nearly all from Republicans and rejected — bleary-eyed senators…

‘Miracle on Ice’ Star Mark Pavelich Dies at Treatment Home

The medical examiner says cause of death is pending at this time.

March 5, 2021

Arman Rahman,

SAUK CENTRE, Minn.- A member of the 1980 ‘Miracle on Ice’ Olympic Hockey Team and Eveleth native Mark Pavelich died Friday morning. According to the Midwest Medical Examiner’s Office Pavelich was found dead at the Eagle’s Nest treatment facility in Sauk Centre, Minnesota. He was undergoing treatment as part of a civil commitment for assaulting his neighbor in 2019. A…

Motorhead Madness Expected To Be Returning Next Year

"We hate to see it end. It's been a lot of fun. We've all been going to it forever since we were kids," Mike Podgornik, an organizer of the new event.

March 5, 2021

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – It’s been a year since Motorhead Madness ended and now a trio of car enthusiasts are hoping to bring the half-a-century old car show back to help the community relive some memories. The Motorhead Madness car show is one event car lovers could show off their pride and joy every year. “You’re proud of having them and…

A New Soul Food Restaurant To Open In Downtown Duluth

Doc Witherspoon's Soul Food Shack is expected to open on April 6th.

March 5, 2021

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – A new soul food restaurant is opening soon in downtown Duluth. Former NAACP President Stephan Witherspoon will be opening Doc Witherspoon’s Soul Food Shack. Customers will get to enjoy a family dining experience that serves food like fried catfish and mac & cheese. Witherspoon says he’s excited to continue sharing the African American food culture with the…

Lake Superior Zoo Welcomes A New Black Bear

Syke is an 11-year-old black bear and weighs over 400 pounds.

March 5, 2021

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Lake Superior Zoo is welcoming a new member to its family. A black bear named Syke is now home at one of the zoo’s newly renovated bear dens. Syke is 11 years old and weighs over 400 pounds. He comes from the Minnesota Zoo, where he previously lived with his siblings. Most bears typically live alone…

Community Action’s Mobile Food Market Brings Groceries Around Duluth

March 5, 2021

CJ Baumgartner,

DULUTH, Minn.– In some areas of the Northland, easy access to food can be hard to come by. So, one local organization decided to bring the food to them. “We’re basically a grocery store on wheels,” said Evan Flom, Program Manager for the Seeds of Success Program at Community Action Duluth. Community Action Duluth rolled their new mobile food market…

New Commission to Fight Against Human Trafficking Created for City of Superior

On March 2nd, the Superior City Council voted to create a special city commission dedicated to combat and address the issue of human trafficking in the city.

March 5, 2021

Jane Kim,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – On March 2nd, the Superior City Council voted to create a special city commission dedicated to combat and address the issue of human trafficking in the city. To fill the new Commercial Sexual Exploitation Commission, the city council president will appoint one councilor every year and the mayor will assign five members from the community. Members will…

Breweries Advocate for Drink Local Economic Recovery Package

A new "Drink Local" Economic recovery package introduced during yesterday's Minnesota legislative session is getting the support of small craft breweries in the Northland.

March 5, 2021

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – A new “Drink Local” Economic recovery package introduced during yesterday’s Minnesota legislative session is getting the support of small craft breweries in the Northland. Staff at Ursa Minor in the Lincoln Park Craft District says Minnesota liquor laws have remained unchanged for some time. Currently, the brewery is only allowed to see certain vessel sizes for off-sale….

Wisconsin Man Surpasses 1 Million Pushups for a Good Cause

A man in Wisconsin is working to break the record for the most push-ups done in a 12-month period and he's doing it for a good cause.

March 5, 2021

Jane Kim,

WISCONSIN – A man in Wisconsin is working to break the record for the most push-ups done in a 12-month period and he’s doing it for a good cause. This past week, Nate Carroll completed his one-millionth push-up. He’s using the physical feat to raise money for the Tunnels to Towers Foundation’s Fallen First Responder Home Program, which pays off…

More Than 1 Million in Wisconsin Get Vaccinated

March 5, 2021

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — More than 1 million people in Wisconsin have received at least one dose of the coronavirus vaccine as of Friday. Additionally, more than 572,000 people have been fully vaccinated, based on the latest totals from the state Department of Health Services. As of Thursday, Wisconsin had administered at least one dose to 17.6% of its population,…

Portion of Keene Creek Dog Park to Close Due to Spring Snowmelt

March 5, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – On Friday, the City of Duluth Parks and Recreation Department announced a portion of the Keene Creek Dog Park will be closing on Monday due to recent snowmelt. The closure includes the area of the dog park where newly seeded turf was established last year. The Park and Recreation Department says roughly one-third of the large dog…

City Crews Responding to Water Main Break in the Piedmont Neighborhood

March 5, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Utility Operations crews are responding to a broken water main located in the Piedmont neighborhood. The break was reported at 12:43 p.m. and is located on Hillcrest Drive just off of Piedmont Avenue. Water has been shut off in the following locations: Hillcrest Drive from Piedmont Avenue to Allegheny Street, Allegheny Street from Hillcrest Drive to…

Midday Update 3-5-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, Mar. 5, 2021

March 5, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, Mar. 5, 2021. Have a great day! Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, midday update, News

3rd-Degree Murder Count Could Be Reinstated in Floyd’s Death

March 5, 2021

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Court of Appeals on Friday ordered a judge to reconsider adding a third-degree murder charge against a former Minneapolis police officer charged in George Floyd’s death, handing a potential victory to prosecutors. A three-judge panel said Hennepin County District Judge Peter Cahill erred when he rejected a prosecution motion to reinstate the third-degree murder charge…

Minnesota Reports 320 Wasted COVID-19 Doses Since Vaccinations Began

March 5, 2021

Site Staff,

(FOX 9) – Despite the impressive number of people being vaccinated in Minnesota, some doses are going to waste. According to state records, 320 vaccines have been thrown out. Officials say some of that is due to human error while some is a result of providers being unable to find an eligible candidate to give the shot to in time. “I figured…

St. Louis County Public Health Launches Phone Line to Help Seniors Register for COVID Vaccination Appointments

March 5, 2021

Site Staff,

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Minn. – St. Louis County Public Health announced Friday the launch of a new phone line to assist St. Louis County residents over the age of 65 with scheduling vaccination appointments. The phone line was launched to ensure no seniors are being overlooked to receive a vaccination due to an inability to register online. Anyone over the…

Morning Update 3-5-21

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, Mar. 5, 2021

March 5, 2021

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Friday, Mar. 5, 2021. Have a great day! Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, News

Wisconsin Health Officials: ‘Couple Months’ to Other Side of Pandemic

March 5, 2021

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Wisconsin health officials have detected more coronavirus variants in the state but predict every adult who wants a vaccine shot will get one by mid-summer. Department of Health Services Deputy Secretary Julie Willems Van Dijk said Thursday that sequencing has now detected 19 cases of the coronavirus variant first detected in the United Kingdom in Wisconsin….

US Adds a Strong 379,000 Jobs in Hopeful Sign for Economy

March 5, 2021

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. employers added a robust 379,000 jobs last month, the most since October and a sign that the economy is strengthening as confirmed viral cases drop, consumers spend more, and states and cities ease business restrictions. The February gain marked a pickup from the 166,000 jobs added in January and a loss of 306,000 in December. Yet…

Spirit of the Lights Returns to Glensheen Mansion Friday

March 5, 2021

CJ Baumgartner,

DULUTH, Minn.– As the Glensheen Mansion continues to leave their Christmas decorations up into March, they’ve also brought back another Christmastime tradition. The mansion’s self-guided Christmas candlelight tours and the outdoor light display spirit of the lights on Friday. “The never ending Christmas experience continues with these new night time experiences,” said Jane Pederson Jandl, marketing manager for the Glensheen…