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Multiple Essential Businesses Are On The Hunt For Employees

Some people are collecting unemployment and that may not be enough," said Stepping Stone for Living President Stephanie Ericksen.

March 25, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

NORTHLAND – Many businesses in various industries are hoping to fill openings and give workers some relief during this pandemic. Across the Northland, non-essential businesses have closed up shop. Many were forced to lay off employees as a result of Covid-19. But essential businesses like health care facilities and grocery stores are still in need of help. Stepping Stones for…

Wisconsin Price-Gouging Complaint Form

March 25, 2020

Dan Hanger

Minnesota Price-Gouging Complaint Form

March 25, 2020

Dan Hanger

Essentia Health Opens Drop-Off Site for Community Donations

March 25, 2020

Site Staff,

(courtesy: Essentia Health) DULUTH, Minn. – Essentia Health has opened a drop-off site for community donations at its Miller Hill Health Plaza. Essentia says they are seeking donations of: Medical-grade N95 masks Unopened medical-grade personal protective equipment (PPE) – masks, gowns, eye protection, and gloves Face shields Handmade masks The drop-off site will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00…

Wisconsin: 585 COVID-19 Cases, 6 Deaths

March 25, 2020

Site Staff,

MADISON, Wis. (FOX 9) – Wisconsin now has 585 confirmed cases of COVID-19, including six deaths related to the virus. This marks an increase of 128 cases from Tuesday and raises the total amount of deaths by one. Wisconsin had its first confirmed case of COVID-19 on Feb. 5, although it did not see a second case until March 9….

LIVE: Gov. Walz Gives Update on COVID-19

March 25, 2020

Site Staff,

Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Gov. Tim Walz to Announce New Restrictions in Statewide Coronavirus Response

March 25, 2020

Site Staff,

(courtesy: Fox 9) ST. PAUL, Minn. (Fox 9) – Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is expected to announce new statewide restrictions during his 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday that will be aimed at slowing the spread of coronavirus. The new restrictions will go further than the school and business closures that Walz announced last week and plan to extend beyond Friday. As…

Midday Update 3-25-20

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, March 25, 2020

March 25, 2020

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, March 25, 2020. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, midday update

Third COVID-19 Case Confirmed in St. Louis County

March 25, 2020

Site Staff,

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Health reported Wednesday morning that there are now 287 cases of confirmed coronavirus in the state. According to the MDH one of the new cases is in St. Louis County, bringing the total number of confirmed cases in the county to three. The MDH says the third confirmed individual is a…

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz Will Extend Coronavirus Business Shutdown Past Friday

March 25, 2020

Site Staff,

(FOX 9) – Gov. Tim Walz says he will extend an order forcing thousands of Minnesota businesses to close beyond its original end date of Friday as the coronavirus spreads across the state. Walz told reporters on a conference call Tuesday that he was not prepared to set a new date. But he refuted President Donald Trump’s stated desire of…

Timberwolves’ Towns says mother hospitalized with COVID-19

March 25, 2020

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns says his mother is hospitalized and in a medically-induced coma after contracting the new coronavirus. Towns talked about his mother’s condition Wednesday on his Instagram page and urged his followers to take COVID-19 seriously and practice social distancing. Towns says both his parents went to the hospital recently and were tested for…

Minnesota Lawmakers Will Reconvene to Bolster COVID-19 Fight

March 25, 2020

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Steve Karnowski) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Minnesota lawmakers are preparing to return to the Capitol to beef up the state’s fight against COVID-19 and help residents cope with the economic disruptions. House Speaker Melissa Hortman and Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka notified legislators late Tuesday they will reconvene Thursday. The House meets at noon while the Senate gathers at 2…

Veterinary Clinics Open Amid COVID-19 Concerns, New Protocols In Place

Local Vet Clinics Are Using Curbside Services to Continue Seeing Clients' Pets

March 25, 2020

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – With several business owners closing their doors, Northland veterinary clinics are also seeing the effects of coronavirus (COVID-19). This reality is because more people are choosing to keep their pets home instead of receiving nonessential care. At Duluth Veterinary Hospital, they have protocols in place for a curbside service, where staff comes out to retrieve the pet…

Morning Update 3-25-20

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, March 25, 2020

March 25, 2020

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, March 25, 2020. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, morning update

White House, Congress Agree on $2 Trillion Virus Rescue Bill

March 25, 2020

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House and Senate leaders of both parties announced an agreement early Wednesday on an unprecedented $2 trillion emergency bill to rush sweeping aid to businesses, workers and a health care system slammed by the coronavirus pandemic. Top White House aide Eric Ueland announced the agreement in a Capitol hallway shortly after midnight early Wednesday, capping…

Essential Businesses Currently Hiring in the Northland During the Pandemic

March 25, 2020

Alexandra Burnley,

Many workers in the Northland have been laid off from jobs due to the response to the coronavirus pandemic. If you are currently looking for work, there are businesses still hiring in our region. If you are a business looking to hire workers during the coronavirus pandemic and would like to be added to this list, email news@fox21online.com with the…

Superior Mayor Jim Paine Reacts to Gov. Evers’s ‘Safer-at-Home’ Order

Mayor recognizes grocery stores as essential, but asks the public only go when they need to.

March 24, 2020

Arman Rahman,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Superior Mayor Jim Paine spoke out after Governor’s Shelter-in-Place order was announced. His main message: stay home and limit your trips unless absolutely necessary and that means even grocery stores. While Governor Evers has labeled grocery stores as essential, Mayor Paine wants residents to avoid those stores if you can. This comes after one of the four people…

SuperOne Helps Social Distancing with New Plastic Barriers at Check-Out

Barriers installed at all 41 stores across three states, at over 270 stations.

March 24, 2020

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- As SuperOne grocery stores across the Northland remain packed with people shopping for essentials, the store has installed acrylic barriers at cashier stations to limit the spread of Coronavirus. At the end of Tuesday, the new barriers were outfitted at all 41 grocery and liquor store locations across Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan. Products scan and carts screech by…

Virus Outbreak Halts Damaged Husky Refinery Rebuilding

March 24, 2020

Dan Hanger,

SUPERIOR, Wis. (AP) – Husky Energy has suspended rebuilding its oil refinery in Superior that was damaged by an explosion two years ago because of the coronavirus outbreak. A spokeswoman for the Alberta, Canada-based company said Tuesday that Husky has “begun a systematic and orderly suspension of major construction activities related to the Superior rebuild project.” The fire and explosion…

Great Outdoors: Practicing Social Distancing at Jay Cooke

While a majority of businesses are shut down to COVID-19, state parks staying open gives people the chance to get out of the house and enjoy the nicer weather.

March 24, 2020

Claudia Chakamian,

ESKO, Minn. – It’s been one week since a majority of businesses have shut down due to COVID-19, but many state parks have remained open, giving people a chance to get outside. “The sun is shining and social distancing is a little boring, so we thought we’d make it interesting,” Kate Spaulding, who was visiting Jay Cooke with her kids,…

“Bear Hunt” Helps Entertain Families in Proctor As Pandemic Continues

Its just kind of a nice community feeling of warmth at a distance," said Proctor resident Colleen Barriere.

March 24, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

PROCTOR, Minn. – Folks in Proctor have found a fun way to help entertain youngsters in the neighborhood during the extended school closures. The neighborhood has set up a “bear hunt.” Participating residents and business owners have been putting different types of teddy bears in their windows. It’s creating a fun game for kids and families while they are out…

Duluth Fitness Studio Offers Free Live Video Classes During Pandemic

Ignite Studio offering classes in dance cardio, yoga, fuse, and zumba

March 24, 2020

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – Health and fitness studios are closed across Minnesota and Wisconsin. Now, local studios are offering online classes to promote healthy lifestyles and keep their businesses going during the coronavirus pandemic. Ignite Studio in Duluth has been offering live fitness classes on Facebook and their website for free to keep people moving and active while they’re stuck at…

Blood Donations Needed During Coronavirus Pandemic

American Red Cross tells us the need for blood is not higher, but number of donations has gone way down

March 24, 2020

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – Blood donations are severely needed across the country because many blood drives have been canceled during the pandemic. The American Red Cross tells us the need for blood is not higher, but the amount of donations has gone way down. Red Cross workers are committed to make donating a safe experience for everybody involved. Both donors’ and…

St. Luke’s Changes Portion of First Street to Two-Way

First Street between 8th and 12th Avenues East is now a two-way.

March 24, 2020

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – On Tuesday, St. Luke’s and the city of Duluth changed a portion of First Street between 8th and 12th Avenues East into a two way. St. Luke’s had been trying to make this change for a while, but was able to accelerate the process due to the coronavirus outbreak. This change is a proactive step to help…

Superior Police Respond To Gov. Evers Order

Superior Police Respond to Gov. Evers “Safer at Home” Order

Chief Alexander stressed the police will not be pulling citizens over to ask about the nature of their business.

March 24, 2020

Katharine Huntley,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – After Governor Tony Evers’ “Safer at Home” order on Tuesday, Superior Police Chief Nick Alexander spoke about what this means for citizens of Superior. Chief Alexander stressed the police will not be pulling citizens over to ask about the nature of their business. He added that the bridges would remain open to traffic. The order also does…

Two Harbors Culvers Donate Food to Northland Food Shelf

The Two Harbors Culvers gave big donations to that city's food shelf today.

March 24, 2020

Jane Kim,

TWO HARBORS, Minn. – The Two Harbors Culvers gave big donations to that city’s food shelf today. More than 650 pounds of food was donated, and experts say about 60 to 80 pounds of food lasts for a family of three for about two weeks. “This is immediate and this is wonderful. This is probably going to have a ripple…

A Local Fabric Shop Works With The Community To Make Fabric Masks For Healthcare Workers

Hundreds of masks have been donated to local hospitals and nursing facilities.

March 24, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – Face masks are an essential item for healthcare workers across the globe. As the shortage of masks impacts the Northland, a community effort to create fabric masks is one way to help minimize the need. Janet Anelli, owner of Hannah Johnson’s Fabrics in Duluth, was prepared to close up the shop and work from home like the…

North Shore Tourism Impacted by Coronavirus

A change in routine, a change in lifestyle...but how will this change impact North Shore tourism in the future?

March 24, 2020

Jane Kim,

TWO HARBORS, Minn. – A change in routine, a change in lifestyle…but how will this change impact North Shore tourism in the future? “It’s odd. It’s kind of awkward. Super quiet, kind of uncomfortable but you get used to it,” said Carl Ehlenz, owner of Betty’s Pies. With the change in policies, Betty’s Pies is taking extra precautions. The restaurant…

City Closes Duluth Playgrounds, Issues New Guidelines for Parks and Trails

March 24, 2020

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The City of Duluth has closed 38 city playgrounds and released new guidelines for city parks and trails amid the COVID-19 pandemic. In a Tuesday afternoon press release, the city announced that the 38 playgrounds will close effective immediately. The City will also be removing all portable toilets. “At this unusual moment, there is no acceptable safe…

Boy Roasts Mom in Hilarious Journal Entry on First Day of Homeschooling: ‘It is Not Going Good’

March 24, 2020

Site Staff,

(courtesy: Candice Hunter Kennedy) VERONA, Ky. (FOX 5 DC) – Leave it to kids to be brutally honest about their experiences– especially if it’s about their parents. Like 8-year-old Ben from Verona, Kentucky who wrote a hilariously honest journal entry about his first day of homeschooling with his mom. In a viral Facebook post by Candice Hunter Kennedy, she shared…

Minnesota now has 262 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases

March 24, 2020

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (Fox 9) – According to new numbers from the Minnesota Department of Health, Minnesota now has 262 confirmed cases of COVID-19. Health officials say the actual number of cases is higher due to a lack of testing. The MDH website says there have been 5,812 tests submitted to the MDH Public Health Lab so far. A total…

Midday Update 3-24-20

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, March 24, 2020

March 24, 2020

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, March 24, 2020. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, community, Headlines, Local News, midday update

Gov. Tony Evers: ‘Safer at Home’ Order to go Into Effect Wednesday

March 24, 2020

Site Staff,

(AP Photo) MADISON, Wis. – Gov. Tony Evers issued his “Safer at Home” order Tuesday morning which prohibits all nonessential travel, with some exceptions, throughout Wisconsin. The order will go into effect Wednesday, March 25 at 8:00 a.m. and will remain in effect until Friday, April 24 at 8:00 a.m. “I know the COVID-19 outbreak has been difficult and has…

Glensheen Mansion Goes Digital Amid COVID-19 Closure

Glensheen Mansion Takes Part in 'MuseumFromHome' Movement

March 24, 2020

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – With the new normal of connecting via Skype, Facebook Live, and other social media platforms, Glensheen Mansion is making changes as well. Jane Pederson, Marketing Manager at Glensheen, connected via Skype with FOX 21’s Brett Scott Tuesday morning to let residents know how they can still have an interactive experience with the mansion. Staff has launched Glensheen…

Local Musician Turns to Virtual Concerts for Fans

Musician Todd Eckart Can't Put the Guitar Down, So He's Getting Creative During the Coronavirus Pandemic

March 24, 2020

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Local musicians are having to cancel dozens of gigs they had planned but it’s not stopping one talented soul from keeping toes tapping in the Northland. Duluthian Todd Eckart has already created a studio in his home to keep his performances alive. The musician says he has no income right now after all of his upcoming concerts…

Morning Update 3-24-20

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, March 24, 2020

March 24, 2020

Brett Scott,

Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, March 24, 2020. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Local News, morning update

Tokyo Olympics Officially Postponed Until 2021

March 24, 2020

The Associated Press,

TOKYO (AP) — The Tokyo Olympics were postponed until 2021 on Tuesday, ending weeks of speculation that the games could not go ahead as scheduled because of the coronavirus pandemic. The International Olympic Committee made the decision after speaking with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and local organizers. The IOC said the games will be held “no later than summer…

New COVID-19 Cases in St. Louis, Douglas Counties

Experts say while it's not confirmed, they are sure there is community spread.

March 23, 2020

Arman Rahman,

The cases of Coronavirus continue to climb in the Northland. A second case has been discovered in St. Louis County, along with three others in Douglas County, bringing the total there to four–with one case in Superior. There remains one confirmed case in Bayfield County The newest case in St. Louis County is a woman in her early 60s who…

As Coronavirus Impacts Grocery Stores, Duluth City Councilors Postpone Plastic Bag Fee

March 23, 2020

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Councilors took action Monday to help ease extra anxiety on grocery store workers during the COVID-19 outbreak by postponing the implementation of the 5-cent plastic bag fee. Councilors voted unanimously to wait until January of 2021 to enforce the new law that will charge customers 5 cents for each plastic bag used. Councilor Barb Russ was absent…

Bakeries Busy Amidst Coronavirus

Some businesses are still seeing a steady stream of customers during this time.

March 23, 2020

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – Some businesses are still seeing a steady stream of customers during this time… While restaurants that bakeries serviced previously may not be ordering from them anymore, bakeries like Positively 3rd Street Bakery are experiencing business from cooperative grocers and from those in the community. “We also service a lot of cooperative grocers in the Midwest and they’re…

U-Haul Rental Services Busy as College Students Head Home

With online classes and nowhere to go, students head home.

March 23, 2020

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- With colleges and universities across the Northland moving all classes online for the rest of the year and asking students to leave dorms, many are heading to their nearest U-Hauls to pack up and head home. The only truck that Complete Auto Repair Service (CARS) has left is a cardboard model that sits on their front desk. Their…

Knowing Your Neighbors: GeaCom

Since last week, GeaCom put 400 units of their Phrazer/Kitsune devices into service and started developing another 1500 units.

March 23, 2020

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – One Duluth-based company has found a way to help with the screening process of the COVID-19 outbreak in the hopes of flattening the curve. “Can you imagine having 100 new patients arrive that you would not normally see and not having a way to communicate directly with those patients because you don’t have masks, you can’t stay…

Texas Roadhouse Offering Curbside Food Service

Customers are encouraged to order ahead, pull up, and get their food.

March 23, 2020

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – Many restaurants around the Northland are doing what they can to stay open and keep their employees working, at least on a limited basis. Texas Roadhouse in Duluth is one of those restaurants and they are trying to make things easy for their customers to get the food they want curbside. They also say they are going…

Lines Forming Down the Sidewalk for Free Vikre Distillery Sanitizer

Those in line were carrying jars, Tupperware, spray bottles, and even old jugs that once held windshield wiper fluid, all to fill up on the sanitizer that Vikre is giving away.

March 23, 2020

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – People are lining up in a socially distanced way for Vikre Distillery’s free sanitizer. Employees have been giving away their sprayable sanitize for a week now and it has been quite a hit. Those in line were carrying jars, Tupperware, spray bottles, and even old jugs that once held windshield wiper fluid, all to fill up on…

Free Dinner From Boys And Girls Clubs Duluth

Boys and Girls Clubs of the Northland Offering Dinner to Kids

Starting Monday evening and continuing every weekday until supplies run out, the Boys and Girls Club located in Lincoln Park will be giving out a "grab-and-go"dinner for children who need it.

March 23, 2020

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Northland is doing what it can for kids in the community who are hungry. Starting Monday evening and continuing every weekday until supplies run out, the Boys and Girls Club located in Lincoln Park will be giving out a “grab-and-go” dinner for children who need it. Normally the Boys and…

Gov. Walz Issues Executive Order to Create Small Business Emergency Loan Program

March 23, 2020

Site Staff,

(Glen Stubbe/Star Tribune via AP)ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) – Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz signed a series of executive orders Monday to help curb COVID-19’s spread through the state and mitigate its effects on the economy. One of those orders authorized the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) to create a small business emergency loan program for those who have…

President Trump Says He Intends to Reopen Country in Weeks, Not Months

March 23, 2020

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Monday that he wants to reopen the country for business in weeks, not months, and he claimed, without evidence, that continued closures could result in more deaths than the coronavirus pandemic. “We can’t have the cure be worse than the problem,” Trump told reporters at a press briefing, echoing a midnight Sunday tweet….

Coronavirus Cases Rise in the Northland

The cases of coronavirus continue to climb in the Northland.

March 23, 2020

Jane Kim,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The cases of coronavirus continue to climb in the Northland. At this hour, we are learning three more people have been reported positive in Douglas County for a total of four – with one case in Superior. There remains one confirmed case in Bayfield County and a second person has tested positive in St. Louis County. Right…

YMCA Provides Childcare for Tier 2 Emergency Workers

Two World Wars, the Great Depression and the Spanish Flu: the Duluth area YMCA has been serving the community since 1870.

March 23, 2020

Jane Kim,

DULUTH, Minn. – Two world wars, the Great Depression and the Spanish Flu: the Duluth area YMCA has been serving the community since 1870. “We owe a debt of gratitude to front-line healthcare workers and other types of essential workers every day, all year long, but especially in times like these, I think we realize how important those folks are,”…

News – Latest News

Some people are collecting unemployment and that may not be enough," said Stepping Stone for Living President Stephanie Ericksen.

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, March 25, 2020

Local Vet Clinics Are Using Curbside Services to Continue Seeing Clients' Pets

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, March 25, 2020

Mayor recognizes grocery stores as essential, but asks the public only go when they need to.

Games Then and Now in Superior sees increase in sale, but hope that continues as they move completely online.

Barriers installed at all 41 stores across three states, at over 270 stations.

While a majority of businesses are shut down to COVID-19, state parks staying open gives people the chance to get out of the house and enjoy the nicer weather.

Its just kind of a nice community feeling of warmth at a distance," said Proctor resident Colleen Barriere.

Ignite Studio offering classes in dance cardio, yoga, fuse, and zumba

American Red Cross tells us the need for blood is not higher, but number of donations has gone way down

First Street between 8th and 12th Avenues East is now a two-way.

Chief Alexander stressed the police will not be pulling citizens over to ask about the nature of their business.

The Two Harbors Culvers gave big donations to that city's food shelf today.

Hundreds of masks have been donated to local hospitals and nursing facilities.

A change in routine, a change in lifestyle...but how will this change impact North Shore tourism in the future?

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, March 24, 2020

Glensheen Mansion Takes Part in 'MuseumFromHome' Movement

Musician Todd Eckart Can't Put the Guitar Down, So He's Getting Creative During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, March 24, 2020

Experts say while it's not confirmed, they are sure there is community spread.

Some businesses are still seeing a steady stream of customers during this time.

With online classes and nowhere to go, students head home.

Since last week, GeaCom put 400 units of their Phrazer/Kitsune devices into service and started developing another 1500 units.

Customers are encouraged to order ahead, pull up, and get their food.

Those in line were carrying jars, Tupperware, spray bottles, and even old jugs that once held windshield wiper fluid, all to fill up on the sanitizer that Vikre is giving away.

Starting Monday evening and continuing every weekday until supplies run out, the Boys and Girls Club located in Lincoln Park will be giving out a "grab-and-go"dinner for children who need it.

The cases of coronavirus continue to climb in the Northland.

Two World Wars, the Great Depression and the Spanish Flu: the Duluth area YMCA has been serving the community since 1870.