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20th Year for Northland’s St. Jude Radiothon Kicks Off

It’s the 20th year of the Northland’s St. Jude Radiothon on B-105.

DULUTH, Minn. – It’s the 20th year of the Northland’s St. Jude Radiothon on B-105. The event raises money for children battling cancer at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. In 2020, the radiothon raised about $80,000. Organizers say it’s inspiring to see people come together under one cause. “It makes me almost emotional to see everybody like leaning on each…

Boots and Coats: Keep Pets Warm During the Winter

With the cold weather, we should be paying extra attention to making sure our furry friends stay safe.

DULUTH, Minn. – With the cold weather, we should be paying extra attention to making sure our furry friends stay safe. Management at “A Place for Fido” in Duluth says you can put boots on dogs’ feet to keep their paws safe from the elements. Jackets and coats may be more beneficial for short-haired dogs as they need more insulation…

UWS Renovates Parts of Holden Fine and Applied Arts Center

Despite the pandemic, several renovations are now complete at the Holden Fine and Applied Arts Center at UWS.

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Despite the pandemic, several renovations are now complete at the Holden Fine and Applied Arts Center at UWS. Some of the renovations include expanding classroom spaces while also moving the previous media lab to a larger area that has more work stations. Another big project they worked on was renovating a highly visible space adjacent to the…

New Legislation to Remove Brewery Growler Cap

A group called the Alliance of Minnesota Craft Breweries introduced new legislation today that would remove Minnesota’s growler cap, a state law that now prohibits bigger breweries from selling their beer in 64 ounce growler containers.

MINNESOTA – A group called the Alliance of Minnesota Craft Breweries introduced new legislation today that would remove Minnesota’s growler cap. A state law that now prohibits bigger breweries from selling their beer in 64 ounce growler containers. That law says Minnesota breweries cannot sell to-go growlers if they make more than 20,000 barrels of beer a year. There are…

Health Experts Give Advice for Couples to Stay Safe from COVID-19 During Valentine’s Day

DULUTH, Minn.– Valentine’s Day is just a few days away and health experts are encouraging couples to get creative and find some new ways to celebrate the day and stay six feet apart from other people. Some options include getting take-out, cooking a meal together, or making a playlist together at home. Even though we’re doing better as more vaccines…

Experts Warn Public on How to Stay Safe While Out on the Ice

The risk of falling through the ice or being stranded is something you want to be prepared for before going out ice fishing.

DULUTH, Minn. – 27 ice anglers had to be rescued from Lake Superior in Duluth yesterday. The risk of falling through the ice or being stranded is something you want to be prepared for before going out ice fishing. Waterways like Lake Superior or the St. Louis River can be unpredictable as ice can break off at any time and…

DECC Donates Gallons of Ice Cream to Duluth Fire Department

The Duluth Fire Department received a much-deserved treat today for all they do for the community. The DECC donated 75 gallons of ice cream to the department as part of its “Share the Love” initiative.

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Fire Department received a much-deserved treat today for all they do for the community. The DECC donated 75 gallons of ice cream to the department as part of its “Share the Love” initiative. “We appreciate the recognition,” said Jon Otis, the deputy chief at the Duluth Fire Department. “It’s always nice to be recognized for…

First Northland Ronald McDonald House Opens

The first Ronald McDonald House has opened in the Northland after partnering up with Essentia Health.

DULUTH, Minn. – The first Ronald McDonald House has opened in the Northland after partnering up with Essentia Health. A Ronald McDonald House is a place of refuge for families traveling to get the best care for their children battling cancer or other illnesses. The space includes five bedrooms, along with a full kitchen, family room, and stocked pantry. Management…

Warming Center Updates Hours to Accommodate Homeless During Cold Snap

The warming center at the Tri-Towers will be open from 6 p.m. to 10 a.m. through Friday as the chilly temperatures linger in the Northland.

DULUTH, Minn. – The warming center at the Tri-Towers will be open from 6 p.m. to 10 a.m. through Friday as the chilly temperatures linger in the Northland. The center will also be open 24 hours over the weekend. Since the chill hit, there’s been an increase of people using the site of about a dozen. The center has a…

Auto Parts Stores Remain Busy During Cold Snap

As the temperatures continue to remain frigid, local auto parts stores have been busy with people coming in to get batteries.

DULUTH, Minn. – As the temperatures continue to remain frigid, local auto parts stores have been busy with people coming in to get batteries. The colder it gets, the less charge is on your battery, which could mean you need a replacement. And if you are not sure if you should be getting a new one, most auto parts stores…

Should you Double Mask? Benefits and Trade-offs to Double Masking

Many may be wondering if they should be double masking, especially with the new COVID variants out there.

DULUTH, Minn. – Many may be wondering if they should be double masking, especially with the new COVID variants out there. According to doctors at Essentia Health, if you wear an N-95 mask, double masking is not necessary. Double masking could come into play when wearing a cloth mask that doesn’t have as many layers of fabric. In that case,…

New Treatment for Those with Mild to Moderate COVID-19

A new treatment for those diagnosed with mild to moderate COVID-19 is being offered at Essentia in Duluth.

NORTHLAND – A new treatment for those diagnosed with mild to moderate COVID-19 is being offered at Essentia in Duluth. The drug being used in this new antibody treatment at Essentia Health is called bamlanivimab, which mimics the immune system’s ability to fight off viruses like COVID. The aim of the treatment is to make sure that people don’t progress…