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One Killed in Fayal Township Motorcycle Crash

July 17, 2020

Site Staff,

FAYAL TOWNSHIP, Minn. – A 60-year-old Eveleth man was killed Thursday night in a motorcycle crash on Highway 53. According to the Minnesota State Patrol, the accident happened around 8:00 p.m. near the intersection of US 53 and CR-16 in Fayal Township. Authorities believe Keith Allan Perrault, 60, was traveling northbound on US 53 when he lost control of his…

Demand Continues for Ruby’s Pantry Coppertop

The pandemic has caused the pantry to stop serving people indoors and instead offer an outdoor drive-thru experience.

July 16, 2020

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – Demand continues to be up for the Ruby’s Pantry Coppertop. The pantry gives away more than 150 shares of food for just a twenty dollar donation each month from the Coppertop Church in Duluth. The pandemic has caused the pantry to stop serving people indoors and instead offer an outdoor drive-thru experience. This month, food such as…

Essentia Duluth Heritage Center Receiving ‘Unprecedented’ Donation to Support Operations

The donors, Todd and Susan Johnson, have pledged to support the operations of the Center for the next 16 months.

July 16, 2020

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – Businesses all over the Northland are struggling right now because of the pandemic. One of them is the Duluth Heritage Sports Center who says they faced a seemingly impossible financial challenge. In light of this, two generous community members stepped forward to help. The donors, Todd and Susan Johnson, have pledged to support the operations of the…

Veggie Stands Open as Corn Season Kicks Off

Corn season has kicked off and corn stands throughout the Northland have started off busy.

July 16, 2020

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – Corn season has kicked off and corn stands throughout the Northland have started off busy. One local owner of a corn stand on Central Entrance says he’s been farming for 26 years. He says that corn and tomatoes are big sellers and compared to last year, the season is ahead by about a week. “A lot of…

Thousands Pick Strawberries This Season at Spectrum Farms

Strawberry season drawing to an end, but Northlanders still finding delicious fruits

July 16, 2020

Andrew Kirov,

CARLTON, Minn. – Thousands of people have picked their own strawberries this year at Spectrum Farms in Carlton. This year’s season was a strong one. Even though it’s now winding down, many people came out to Spectrum this week to get their last bucketfuls of the summer. “They are so perfect,” said Spectrum co-owner Steve Schulstrom. “Red, juicy, sweet, they…

Essentia Health Moves Mobile Testing Site To Old Sears Building At Miller Hill Mall

The testing site is open seven days a week.

July 16, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – Essentia Health in Duluth has moved its mobile COVID-19 testing site from West Duluth to the former Sears building at Miller Hill Mall. Hospital leaders say the mobile site has outgrown the area as testing volumes are increasing. With more people visiting the site, it caused traffic disruption for the West Duluth neighborhood, including drivers blocking a…

New Lakewalk in Canal Park to be Feet Higher to Keep Waves at Bay

The project's supervisor tells Fox 21 the multi-million dollar reconstruction project is on schedule to wrap up by the end of the year.

July 16, 2020

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – There’s good news for the thousands of people who use Duluth’s Lakewalk every year. The project’s supervisor tells Fox 21 the multi-million dollar reconstruction project is on schedule to wrap up by the end of the year. The portion of the Lakewalk in Canal Park that is currently under construction will be higher than its ever been…

A Unanimous Vote For Mask Wearing In Cloquet Could Be a Longshot

Enforcement is one of the biggest issues which could cause the vote to fail.

July 16, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

CLOQUET, Minn. – The Cloquet City Council is expected to vote on Tuesday on a proposal that could force everyone to use face coverings while indoors. The possible new rule could be shot down as some council members do not agree with implementing the proposed ordinance. Duluth is the latest Northland community to move forward with a face covering requirement….

Duluth Boys and Girls Club Hosts Drive-Thru Pizza Party

July 16, 2020

CJ Baumgartner,

DULUTH, Minn.– The Minnesota Alliance of the Boys and Girls Club donated 300 frozen pizzas to a chapter here in Duluth. And Thursday night, they had a giant drive thru pizza party. Families could pull up to the curb and grab a box filled with the pizza, along with other snacks. There were also bags of toys and books given…

2 Cases of COVID-19 Found in Silver Bay Veterans Home

July 16, 2020

CJ Baumgartner,

SILVER BAY, Minn.– The Silver Bay Veterans Home is dealing with two positive COVID-19 cases in its building. Those cases involve two staff members. The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs is helping officials at the senior living facility. They don’t suspect there are any other positive cases there. Anybody who shows any symptoms are being tested as a precaution. “We’re…

City of Bayfield Issues Mask Ordinance

July 16, 2020

CJ Baumgartner,

BAYFIELD, Wis.– The city of Bayfield created its own mask ordinance last night. In part it’s because more tourists are still traveling to the area than expected this summer. After Bayfield County issued a mask advisory earlier this week, the city of Bayfield is going further by establishing a city mask ordinance. “We did get a little bit surprised with…

PAVSA Hosts Annual BBQ And Cupcake Sale

July 16, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Program for Aid to Victims of Sexual Assault, also known as PAVSA, hosted its annual summer barbeque and cupcake sale to raise money for the people they serve. This year the group had to rethink one of its biggest fundraisers and add some protocols to ensure everyone’s safety during the pandemic. The Rambler food truck teamed…

Chester Bowl Fall Fest Canceled

Unfortunately, the event will not be held this year for the first time ever due to the pandemic.

July 16, 2020

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – For the past 35 years, Chester Bowl has been packed with food trucks and vendors as thousands of Northlanders attend the annual Fall Fest at Chester Bowl. Unfortunately, the event will not be held this year for the first time ever due to the pandemic. Staff from the festival say it’s unfortunate they had to cancel this…

Duluth Cider Expands to the Twin Cities

One local cidery is expanding its products to more liquor stores throughout Minnesota.

July 16, 2020

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – One local cidery is expanding its products to more liquor stores throughout Minnesota. Duluth Cider in Lincoln Park is bringing its drinks to liquor stores throughout the state as they have been now canning 12-ounce versions of their products. Owners say there has been a huge demand for their products and they are excited to finally branch…

US, Canada and Mexico Borders to Stay Closed for Travelers

July 16, 2020

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S., Canada, and Mexico have agreed to keep their shared borders closed to non-essential traffic until at least late August because of COVID-19. Acting U.S. Department of Homeland Security Chad Wolf said Thursday in announcing the extension that restrictions on cross-border traffic that have been in place since March have helped slow the spread of the…

DEED Warns Minnesotans on Unemployment that $600 Federal Payment Ends in July

July 16, 2020

Site Staff,

(FOX 9) – The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development alerted Minnesotans receiving unemployment insurance benefits Thursday that the $600 additional federal payment is scheduled to end this month. The payments were authorized by Congress in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act, also known as the CARES Act, which was signed into law on March 27. The $600 payment was additional…

Hummingbird Assisted Living Confirms 11 COVID-19 Cases

July 16, 2020

Site Staff,

MEADOWLANDS, Minn. – Hummingbird Assisted Living confirmed Thursday that nine residents and two staff members have tested positive for COVID-19. Facilities Administrator Mike Lindgren says they are still waiting to hear back about additional test results for six residents and five staff members. “It was just a matter of time before we got it. We are taking this very seriously….

Duluth Man Charged With 5 Counts of Burglary For Multiple Business Break-ins

July 16, 2020

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – A Duluth man is facing five charges of second-degree burglary after police say he broke into three local area businesses and stole various items at each location between May and June. Court records state that 19-year-old Colten West Reilly was charged on Wednesday for five burglaries at the Smokeshop, Piedmont Liquor, and the Dollar Tree in Duluth….

Oasis Del Norte Serving Authentic Mexican Food Across the Northland

Cooking Connection: Mexican Street Tacos

July 16, 2020

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – One Northland business seeing an increase in sales amid the COVID-19 pandemic is Oasis Del Norte. The food truck pops up frequently in the Northland, from Superior Street in Duluth to Castle Danger Brewery in Two Harbors. Eduardo Sandoval Luna says business is booming this summer. His recipes are authentic, coming from his mother many years ago. “These…

One Dead in Beaver Bay Township Motorcycle Crash

July 16, 2020

Site Staff,

BEAVER BAY TOWNSHIP, Minn. – Authorities say a Wisconsin man died early Thursday morning in a motorcycle crash on Highway 1. The crash happened around 1:54 a.m. in Beaver Bay Township. Minnesota State Patrol says the 45-year-old man from Johnson Creek, Wisconsin, was driving his motorcycle southbound on Highway 1 when he drove off the road onto the right shoulder…

Target Joins List of Major Retailers Mandating Masks

July 16, 2020

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) — Target has joined a list of the nation’s largest retailers that will require customers to wear masks as cases of COVID-19 spike. The policy will go into effect on Aug. 1. More than 80% of Target’s 1,800 stores already require customers to wear masks due to local and state regulations. Target said Thursday that it will…

Bayfield City Council Approves Face Mask Ordinance

July 16, 2020

Site Staff,

BAYFIELD, Wis. – On Wednesday night the Bayfield City Council voted unanimously to pass an ordinance requiring face coverings in indoor public spaces and most outdoor spaces in the city beginning Saturday. The ordinance states: “While indoors in any commercial business or City office, and in an Outdoor Space that is open to the general public, all customers, employees, and…

Midday Update 7-16-20

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, July 16, 2020

July 16, 2020

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ryan Johnson for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, July 16, 2020. Have a great day! Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, midday update, News, ryan johnson

Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Thursday, July 16

July 16, 2020

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 44,347 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Thursday morning and 8 new deaths bringing the death total to 1,526 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 805,212 tests have been completed to date. There are 38,290 patients who no longer require isolation. So far, 4,526 patients have required hospitalization…

Two Silver Bay Veterans Home Staff Test Positive for COVID-19

July 16, 2020

Site Staff,

SILVER BAY, Minn. – The Silver Bay Veterans Home has confirmed two positive cases of COVID-19 at the facility. The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs says although the facility has taken necessary precautions two employees tested positive earlier this week. “We anticipated this day would come and we are prepared for this situation and are taking all necessary precautions to…

Morning Update 7-16-20

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, July 16, 2020

July 16, 2020

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ryan Johnson for a local look at news and weather making headlines Thursday, July 16, 2020. Have a great day! Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, morning update, News, ryan johnson

Number of Laid-Off Workers Seeking Jobless aid Stuck at 1.3M

July 16, 2020

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of laid-off workers seeking unemployment benefits remained stuck at 1.3 million last week, a historically high level that indicates many companies are still cutting jobs as the viral outbreak intensifies. This is the second week in a row that the U.S. Department of Labor has said that about 1.3 million Americans have filed for unemployment…

Chester Bowl Fall Fest 2020 Canceled

July 16, 2020

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Chester Bowl Fall Fest 2020 has been canceled. Event organizers announced their decision to cancel the event Thursday morning saying they would be unable to safely hold such a large event during the COVID-19 pandemic. Program Manager Sam Luoma says “We look forward to this event all year as a celebration of community and the change…

2020 Duluth Oktoberfestival Canceled

July 16, 2020

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Oktoberfestival event will be postponed until 2021. “With the current restrictions in place on outdoor entertainment in the State of Minnesota due to COVID-19 we are unable to offer an authentic experience that meets the expectations of our guests and our brand this year”, said Ryan Kern, President of Kern and Kompany Marketing and Special…

Hucklebeary Introduces Shop-by Appointment

One local retailer is taking a unique approach when it comes to having shoppers indoors.

July 15, 2020

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – One local retailer is taking a unique approach when it comes to having shoppers indoors. Hucklebeary, located on the 100 block of East Superior Street, is now taking appointments for guests to shop, which includes items like stickers, jewelry, and journals. The owners say they are doing the appointments to meet the needs of customers who want…

Johns Hopkins Center for American Indian Health Sending COVID Care Packages to Northland Tribal Communities

Researchers at the Great Lakes Hub in Duluth say the care packages are short term solutions, while they work to address lack of public health care in tribal communities.

July 15, 2020

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- As the pandemic continues to rip through communities throughout the Northland, the Johns Hopkins Center for American Indian Health Great Lakes Hub in Duluth is providing aid to the indigenous communities effected by the virus. The Center has sent out about 100 care packages with food supplies, and about 100 what they call Holistic Wellness Boxes with items…

New Childcare Center Opens in Duluth

Hope for Kids is located in Hope United Methodist Church on St. Marie Street

July 15, 2020

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – A new childcare center is now open in Duluth. It’s hoping to offer an in-demand service to families during the pandemic. “Hope for Kids” is located in Hope United Methodist Church on St. Marie Street near UMD. There are only about 10 kids registered there now, but the center is looking for more children ages six months…

Classic, Custom Cars on Display at Airport Auto Sales Car Show

Hundreds of car owners showed off their machines.

July 15, 2020

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn,- Classic cars were on display in Duluth at Airport Auto Sale’s annual Wednesday Nighter Car Show. For about 14 years the used car and truck dealer has had hundreds of hot rods, vintage and custom car owners from across the Northland in their lot to show off their machines. According to organizers, the variety of vehicles on display…

Bayfield County to Hold Fair Contests Virtually

July 15, 2020

CJ Baumgartner,

IRON RIVER, Wis.– While the games, rides and food stands at the Bayfield County Fair won’t be taking place this year, organizers introduced a way for farmers and 4-H kids to showcase their animals virtually. All competitors will have to do is take pictures or a video of their entries online or through their app, ShoWorks Passport. There will also…

Governor Walz Holding Off on State Mask Mandate

July 15, 2020

CJ Baumgartner,

ST. PAUL, Minn.– COVID-19 cases continue to increase around the country. Now, 20 states, including Michigan and Illinois, have made wearing masks mandatory. In Minnesota, many cities around the state like Duluth, have put up their own mask mandates. Since the pandemic began in mid-March, Governor Walz has always been in discussions with state leaders on a mask mandate in…

Auctioned Classic Car Raises Money for Combat Wounded Northland Veterans

LSC Students fixed up the 1976 Chevy, which sold for $14,750.

July 15, 2020

Arman Rahman,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- At Benna Ford on Tower Avenue in Superior Wednesday, a 1976 Chevrolet Laguna S-3 was auctioned off as a fundraiser for combat wounded veterans in the Northland. For $14,750 the vintage vehicle was sold with proceeds going to the Military Order of the Purple Heart Chapter 56, an organization of 48 Northland veterans wounded in combat. “We’ve got…

Two Women Are In The Hospital After Their Home Exploded In Kettle River

"Everybody in town could hear the explosion and some people could even feel it," said Kyle Riel, fire chief of Kettle River Volunteer Fire Department.

July 15, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

KETTLE RIVER, Minn. – Two Kettle River women are being hospitalized with serious injuries after their home exploded and burned. The home that used to stand here on Korhonen Road in Kettle River no longer exists because of an explosion after those who lived her were simply trying to warm it up on a chilly night. “It was like some…

75-Year-Old Dies After Crashing UTV Into Creek

July 15, 2020

Alexandra Burnley,

TOWNSHIP OF TRIPP, Wis. — A 75-year-old man died after crashing his UTV into a creek in the Township of Tripp, according to the Bayfield County Sheriff’s Office. It’s unclear how long he was there, but first responders received a call shortly after 3 p.m. on Wednesday about the crash near Range Line Road. When they arrived on scene, they…

Census Responses Needed

Despite the pandemic, the census count is continuing in the Northland.

July 15, 2020

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – Despite the pandemic, the census count is continuing in the Northland. Duluth currently has an overall response rate that is just below the state average. Each community receives so much funding because of the responses of the census, providing funding for places like hospitals and playgrounds. City leaders say it’s about reaching people by any means necessary….

Northland Physicians Encourage Vaccinations and Physicals for Kids

With the plans for the next school year still uncertain, local doctors still want to remind parents and their kids to get their immunizations and physicals before the fall.

July 15, 2020

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – With the plans for the next school year still uncertain, local doctors still want to remind parents and their kids to get their immunizations and physicals before the fall. In May of this year, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released a report stating that routine pediatric vaccinations have dropped because of the pandemic. The CDC…

Duluth Firefighter Cited in Woman’s Assault Placed on Paid Leave

July 15, 2020

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth firefighter cited for assaulting a woman on a Duluth trail last week has been placed on paid administrative leave. Assault victim According to Duluth Fire Chief Shawn Krizaj, Conrad Sunde, 48, was put on paid leave on Monday, July 13 pending the results of an internal investigation. According to police reports, the incident happened…

Essentia Health Moving Mobile COVID-19 Testing Site

July 15, 2020

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Essentia Health will be moving their mobile COVID-19 testing site to the former Sears building at the Miller Hill Mall on Thursday. Essentia says the move is being made to better accommodate an influx in traffic and testing at the current West Duluth location. The hospital says the hours of operation at the new site will be…

Pence Returning to Wisconsin for Stops in Ripon, Onalaska

July 15, 2020

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Vice President Mike Pence planned to speak at Ripon College on Friday before touring a dairy farm near La Crosse. President Donald Trump’s campaign announced the planned visit on Wednesday. Pence was last in Wisconsin in June for a school choice round table and a faith-based event, both in Waukesha County. Ripon touts itself as the birthplace of…

Watch Live: Floyd Family Sues Minneapolis Officers Charged in his Death

July 15, 2020

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Attorneys for George Floyd’s family have filed a lawsuit against the city of Minneapolis and the four police officers charged in his death. The lawsuit filed Wednesday in U.S. District Court in Minnesota alleges that the officers violated Floyd’s rights when they restrained him and that the city allowed a culture of excessive force, racism and impunity…

Midday Update 7-15-20

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, July 15, 2020

July 15, 2020

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist William Seay for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, July 15, 2020. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, midday update, News, William Seay

Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Wednesday, July 15

July 15, 2020

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 43,742 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Wednesday morning and 8 new deaths bringing the death total to 1,518 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 790,497 tests have been completed to date. There are 38,179 patients who no longer require isolation. So far, 4,495 patients have required hospitalization…

Black Bear Casino Now Smoke Free

July 15, 2020

Site Staff,

(courtesy: Facebook/The Official Black Bear Casino Resort) CLOQUET, Minn. – Black Bear Casino says they are now 100 percent smoke-free. The casino announced in a Facebook post on Tuesday that beginning July 15 at 10:00 a.m. they “will no longer allow smoking inside of the building.” Guests will still be allowed to smoke outside of the building. Black Bear Casino…

Walmart and Sam’s Club to Require all Customers to Wear Face Masks Starting July 20

July 15, 2020

Site Staff,

BENTONVILLE, Ark. – Walmart will require customers to wear face coverings at all of its namesake and Sam’s Club stores, making it the largest retailer to introduce such a policy that has otherwise proven difficult to enforce without state and federal requirements. The company said the policy will go into effect on Monday to allow time to inform stores and customers. The…

Great Outdoors: Mountain Biking Duluth

July 15, 2020

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – Trails have been packed with bikers and hikers around the Northland with everyone just trying to get out and have some socially-distanced fun. “We were bored during quarantine and we decided to come down here and just mess around on our bikes and stuff and this is what it turned into,” said Arren and Henry, two mountain…

Two Seriously Injured in Silver Township House Explosion, Fire

July 15, 2020

Site Staff,

SILVER TOWNSHIP, Minn. – The Carlton County Sheriff’s Office says two women were seriously injured in a home explosion and fire in Silver Township Tuesday evening. The incident happened around 8:53 p.m. at 4080 Korhonen Road. Authorities say initial reports indicated that a 75-year-old woman had been injured and another 52-year-old woman was trapped in the basement. The 52-year-old woman…

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The pandemic has caused the pantry to stop serving people indoors and instead offer an outdoor drive-thru experience.

The donors, Todd and Susan Johnson, have pledged to support the operations of the Center for the next 16 months.

Corn season has kicked off and corn stands throughout the Northland have started off busy.

Strawberry season drawing to an end, but Northlanders still finding delicious fruits

The testing site is open seven days a week.

The project's supervisor tells Fox 21 the multi-million dollar reconstruction project is on schedule to wrap up by the end of the year.

Enforcement is one of the biggest issues which could cause the vote to fail.

Unfortunately, the event will not be held this year for the first time ever due to the pandemic.

One local cidery is expanding its products to more liquor stores throughout Minnesota.

Cooking Connection: Mexican Street Tacos

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, July 16, 2020

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, July 16, 2020

One local retailer is taking a unique approach when it comes to having shoppers indoors.

Researchers at the Great Lakes Hub in Duluth say the care packages are short term solutions, while they work to address lack of public health care in tribal communities.

Hope for Kids is located in Hope United Methodist Church on St. Marie Street

Hundreds of car owners showed off their machines.

LSC Students fixed up the 1976 Chevy, which sold for $14,750.

"Everybody in town could hear the explosion and some people could even feel it," said Kyle Riel, fire chief of Kettle River Volunteer Fire Department.

Despite the pandemic, the census count is continuing in the Northland.

With the plans for the next school year still uncertain, local doctors still want to remind parents and their kids to get their immunizations and physicals before the fall.

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, July 15, 2020

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