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Lake Superior Brewing Co. Could Relocate in Duluth’s Lakeside Neighborhood Under New Ownership

The brewing company has sat idle since December 2019 and the new owners are changing the business model and moving away from Lincoln Park.

DULUTH, Minn. – Lake Superior Brewing Co. is coming back to Duluth with new owners, a new vision, and a new location in the Lakeside neighborhood. “It’s one of the oldest breweries in Minnesota we’re hoping to preserve the legacy of everything that it’s been but kind of reinvent it,” says new co-owner Sarah Maxim. The brewing company has sat…

OMC Cookbook Ready to Roll Out

The book has almost all of OMC's menu items including how to make its dry rubs and sauces.

DULUTH, Minn. – Barbecue restaurant OMC Smokehouse located in Duluth’s Lincoln Park neighborhood is getting its own cookbook this week. The book has almost all of OMC’s menu items including how to make its dry rubs and sauces. Barbecue lovers can purchase their own copy at the restaurant, bookstores, and at the launch party at Ursa Minor starting this Thursday…

State of Minnesota Easing Visitation Restrictions on Care Homes

These restrictions have previously prevented family members from visiting their loved ones who are staying in places like assisted living homes.

DULUTH, Minn. – The state of Minnesota announced the easing of COVID-19 visitation restrictions for senior care homes. These restrictions have previously prevented family members from visiting their loved ones who are staying in places like assisted living homes. In March, at the onset of COVID-19, care facilities such as nursing homes and assisted living facilities were closed to nearly…

Indigenous People’s Day Celebrated in Duluth

A spokesperson for the Indigenous Commission said the day also reminds people that the Indigenous community is still fighting the issues of oppression and racism.

DULUTH, Minn. – People gathered in celebration of Indigenous people’s day at Duluth’s City Hall Plaza on Monday. The day has been recognized by the city since 2007. People spoke about how the day is about their relatives who never thought they’d see a city that recognizes and supports a day celebration all Indigenous peoples. A spokesperson for the Indigenous…

Canal Park Staying Busy During Fall Season

DULUTH, Minn.– Canal Park continues to be busy with tourists even as more people stay home during the pandemic. Both tourists and locals battled the chilly air and strong winds today to walk around the area. One tourist from New Mexico came with his friends in tow to visit Duluth and the North Shore for the first time. “It’s definitely…

The Haunted Shack Opens for 2020 Season

CARLTON, Minn.– The pandemic isn’t stopping a longtime Northland haunted house from creating screams this Halloween. This weekend, the Haunted Shack in Carlton opened for its 27th season with some changes. Masks and temperature checks are required. Smaller groups of people head into the Haunted House at a time and the waiting area is split up into three sections to…

Historical Marker Unveiled at CJM Memorial

DULUTH, Minn.– The Clayton Jackson McGhie Memorial has stood as a sign of remembrance for lynchings in Duluth of three men in 1920. Saturday, community members came together dedicating a new part of the site they say to help people reflect on the event more as they look towards the future. The Clayton Jackson McGhie Memorial stands as a reminder…