DULUTH, Minn. – Grandma’s Marathon runners will make their way down the North Shore this Saturday. Thousands will run 26.2 miles from Two Harbors to Canal Park in Duluth. Local shops are making sure the runners have everything they need to finish Grandma’s Marathon. “The energy is palpable, you can feel it. Everybody is really excited,” said Dayeton Tolle, a…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Hillside Farmer’s Market is now open for the season with a focus on reaching families in need. The market at Fifth Avenue East and Third Street is a much needed food option in a neighborhood where nearly twenty percent of people don’t have access to transportation for groceries. Vendors like Golden Gardens of Willow River sell…
DULUTH, Minn. – The 43rd annual Grandma’s Marathon is on Saturday, and city officials are busy preparing for the day. Roads along the route will be closed starting Saturday at 4 a.m. and will start opening back up around 2 p.m.. There will also be extra police presence to make sure everyone stays safe. Officers will even be coming from…
DULUTH, Minn.- As part of a 22-year-program with Duluth’s sister city Vaxjo, Duluth-area high school soccer players headed to Sweden to play soccer, and be hosted by Swedish students. They’ll spend 18 days experiencing Swedish culture, and of course, soccer. On Tuesday students said goodbye to their families before hopping on the buses to MSP, where they’ll board a flight…
DULUTH, Minn.- It’s beginning to look like summer in Canal Park, as the hanging flower baskets have started going up, just in time for Grandma’s Marathon. More than 100 baskets were delivered and hung up Tuesday morning. Greater Downtown Council leaders said it’s important to liven up the scenery in Canal Park. “This is just important aesthetics for the Downtown…
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Police community officers coordinated with park rangers and other city staff to help clean up a few areas known to be abandoned homeless camps. Officers filled two dump trucks full with trash and debris. During the cleanup they found old couches and clothes. They also to picked up any drug needles left behind. The Duluth police…
(AP Photo/Matt Rourke) PHILADELPHIA (AP) — U.S. authorities seized more than $1 billion worth of cocaine Tuesday from a ship at a Philadelphia port, calling it one of the largest drug busts in American history. The U.S. attorney’s office in Philadelphia announced the massive bust on Twitter on Tuesday afternoon, saying law enforcement agents seized about 16.5 tons of cocaine…
(Richard Tsong-Taatarii/Star Tribune via AP File)MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Enbridge Energy’s plan to replace its aging Line 3 crude oil pipeline across northern Minnesota has hit another obstacle. Earlier this month a court said the project’s environmental impact statement failed to address the possibility of an oil spill into the Lake Superior watershed. Now the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and Department…
DULUTH, Minn. – Former Duluth school board member, Harry Welty, officially entered the race for the Duluth School Board’s 2nd District seat on Tuesday. Welty previously spent twelve years on the Duluth School Board between 1996 and 2017. According to his blog, Welty says his first concern will be to establish financial equity between Duluth’s eastern and western schools. Welty…
DULUTH, Minn. — Monday morning a local Duluth man paddled away on a rare adventure to the Arctic. Taking a never before attempted trip on a stand up paddle board, Jared Munch has been planning this adventure for many years. He is traveling 490 miles up the north shore of Lake Superior to the northeast corner, where he will then…
MILWAUKEE (AP) – Two off-duty police officers have been killed in separate incidents in southeastern Wisconsin. Racine police say Officer John Hetland was fatally shot Monday about 9:40 p.m. when he tried to intervene in an armed robbery at Teezers bar. And Milwaukee police say Officer Kou (koo) Her died early Tuesday when he was struck by a speeding driver…
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, June 18, 2019. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, community, Local News, midday update, weather
ST. Paul, Minn (Fox 9) – Rejoice, Minnesota, the official list of the new foods coming to the State Fair has arrived! This year the Great Minnesota Get-Together has added 31 new culinary adventures to bring the total of items available to nearly 500 foods. In order to get through the Fair’s whole menu, one would, and this is back…
DULUTH, Minn. – Eager anglers are invited to register for the 19th annual Lincoln Park Walleye Open happening Saturday, June 22 on the St. Louis River. Tournament participants will begin casting at 8:00 a.m. anywhere on the St. Louis River. Each angler is welcome to weigh-in one walleye at the weigh-in station on Rice’s Point Landing off Garfield Ave. Weigh-ins…
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, June 18, 2019. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, community, Local News, morning update
CASS COUNTY, Minn. – An Alexandria woman sustained serious injuries on Sunday afternoon after the ATV she was driving rolled down an embankment in the Foothills State Forest in Ansel Township. According to the Cass County Sheriff’s Office, deputies and EMS personnel responded to a report of an ATV crash with serious injuries near the Spider Lake Recreation Area around…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Heads are butting at Superior City Hall as two councilors have introduced resolutions to formally censure each other at Tuesday night’s city council meeting. Acting Council President Craig Sutherland is calling to censure Councilor Jenny Van Sickle over her recent social media blast against longtime City Attorney Frog Prell after Prell concluded it is legal to select…
DULUTH, Minn. – 31 year–old Darrel Mayhew will spend 20 years of his life paying for his actions, after Judge Dale Harris handed down his sentence. Mayhew represented himself in court, took a plea deal back in May. He plead guilty to the charge of second degree unintentional murder. At his sentencing those who knew Larry best filled the court…
DULUTH, Minn.- Congressman Pete Stauber held a Roundtable discussion at the Kitchi Gammi Country Club on Monday. The meeting was held to discuss how to make federal grants more accessible to organizations in rural communities. Media was only allowed in for the first five minutes of the meeting. They talked issues like rural broadband and housing, and how they can…
DULUTH, Minn.- It’s Grandma’s Marathon Race Week, and Duluth running stores are getting ready for over 20,000 runners to take to the streets this weekend. Duluth Running Company is bringing out all their stock to prepare for runners, getting last minute gear not only during the week, but even right before the race. “We’ve had sales like happen day of,”…
DULUTH, Minn.- Pieces of Grandma’s Marathon are coming together in Duluth, as the Big Top Tent has just gone up in Canal Park. It seems the Marathon will reshape the city, to give runners a solid course, and give spectators a comfortable experience to cheer them on. Finishing touches still have to be added, like painting the finish line, which…
UPERIOR, Wis.- Kids are building legos at the Superior Public Library. 11-year-old Gage Kennedy was there with his family. He says he likes the challenge of trying to build certain things with the legos. “Like you can be creative with it. Like you can build whatever you want and have fun with it,” Kennedy said. Lego club is every Monday from…
CARLTON, Minn.- Government officials from around the country visited Jay Cooke State Park learn how the Northland came back from devastating floods that washed over the area in 2012. A group called the Philanthropic Preparedness and Emergency Resilience Partnership stopped in Jay Cooke State Park on a nationwide tour to see how certain areas bounced back after enduring a natural disaster. “Jay…
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth’s original Art Deco Theater is expected to open its doors this Friday for the first time in forty years. The West Theater on Central Avenue in West Duluth opened in 1937. It was one of Duluth’s premiere theaters until it closed in the 1970s. The 250 seat venue will be the only family movie theater and…
DULUTH, Minn. – UMD installed a nearly 6000 pound abstract sculpture next to the new Heikkila Chemistry and Advanced Materials Science building on campus. The sculpture is called Polytropos and it was created by an artist who is based in Atlanta named Maria Artemis. “In an age where in so many ways we are devisive and people seem to be…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Family and friends of a WWII veteran gathered at the Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center for a ceremony awarding a veteran who’s no longer alive with a prestigious military decoration. Aaron Jacobson, from Maple, was posthumously awarded the Distinguished Service Cross, the award just below the Medal of Honor, for his heroism in WWII. Unfortunately after…
DULUTH, Minn. – Over 100 kindergarten through sixth grade kids are learning and creating at a STEM camp at the Marshall school this week. Camp invention focuses on introducing kids to science and engineering. The kids build robots and explore circuit boards. They also learn about technology used by farms. The camp director says it may also spark a child’s…
DULUTH, Minn. – More than 500 healthcare professionals were at the DECC to address issues impacting healthcare in rural communities for the 21st Annual Minnesota Rural Health Conference. The conference served as a platform for sharing innovative solutions to improve rural healthcare. Issues such as workforce shortages and limited access to healthcare can be a few of the challenges impacting…
ST. PAUL, Minn.-Gov. Tim Walz will temporarily transfer his powers and duties to Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan while he undergoes knee surgery Thursday. The governor’s office says Walz will be under general anesthetic while doctors repair a torn meniscus in his left knee – a common injury in runners. As required by state law, the governor sent letters Monday to…
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Brittney Merlot for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, June 17, 2019. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, community, Headlines, Local News, midday update, weather
DULUTH, Minn. – The North Shore Inline Marathon isn’t happening until September 13 – 14, but that’s not stopping avid skaters from practicing and enjoying an ice cold brew. North Shore Inline Marathon, Inc. is hosting the third annual Skate and Sip group this summer. Bent Paddle Brewing Co. is sponsoring the event with a free beer for each participant…
DULUTH, Minn. – A Duluth man who burglarized, robbed, and killed 70-year-old Park Point resident Larry Watczak was sentenced to 20 years in prison today for second-degree murder without intent. According to court records, charges of first-degree aggravated robbery and first-degree burglary were dropped in a plea agreement against 31-year-old Darrel Mayhew. Mayhew was accused of violently attacking Watczak, 70, during…
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DULUTH, Minn.- Father-son bonding can take place anywhere, even on a golf course. Every Father’s Day the Northland Country Club has a special day of Golf, which has rooted itself as a longstanding tradition in one family’s history. “This is a special day,” said Richard Mertz Sr. “We’ve done it for a number of years, we really have and sons…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Superior City Councilor Jenny Van Sickle is blasting longtime City Attorney Frog Prell for his conclusion that it is legal to select a council president by drawing from a deck of cards — something Mayor Jim Paine has said is illegal. In a post on Twitter, Van Sickle calls Prell lazy and incompetent. “Prell has a long…
SUPERIOR, Wis.- This Wednesday, June 19th, is Juneteenth, the day in 1865 when slaves in the united states were officially set free. On Sunday Juneteenth was commemorated in Superior. Multiple groups, such as the Superior African Heritage Community, Fathers Rise Together, UWS, and Duluth–Superior Save the Kids hosted a cookout in Kelly Park. The annual event brings together about 300 people…
DULUTH, Minn- Dads and families could enjoy free beer and a personalized tour at Fitger’s Brewhouse. The historic brewery wanted to join in on the Father’s Day fun to say thank you to all the dads in the Northland. This is the first year Fitger’s offered a brewery tour and beer samples instead of just a free pint for the holiday….
CLOQUET, Minn.- One Cloquet family is now getting some worldwide attention. It all started after a video telling the story of their 3 giant dogs went viral on Facebook. The dogs are English Mastiffs, one of them 250lbs and now over 15.5 million people know about these large pets. Joe Thompson calls his 700lbs of dog the Fur-Beatles. “My wife has…
DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Fire Department is warning the public that it’s too dangerous to swim at park point beaches because of rip currents in Lake Superior. The rip currents extend as far as 100 yards offshore, and there aren’t any lifeguards at the beaches. There are red flags up at the 12th st beach, Lafayette Square, and the Park…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Dads and car lovers were on hand at Belknap Plaza in Superior on Sunday for an All-Ford Powered Father’s Day Car Show. Dozens of carefully detailed, and even some rust covered, cars rolled into the show. All the money raised benefits the Hot Rod Youth Mentoring Program which teaches Superior High School students how to work on…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – La Tequila, a Mexican restaurant, is opening its doors in the South End of Superior on Monday. It’s located in the building where the former City’s 58th Street Diner was located on Tower Avenue and 58th Street. La Tequila is owned by part of the family who’s involved with El Tequila in Hayward and Spooner. The family…
DULUTH, Minn.- Some in Duluth learned how to tap into their extra senses at Valentini’s Vicino Lago in Duluth on Saturday. A Beginners Psychic/Mediumship Development Workshop was held, where participants learned how to give readings. The class cost $100 and takes place in different cities. According to the instructor, it can change how you see and experience your life. “Everybody’s…
DULUTH, Minn.- Wednesday the 19th of June is the holiday Juneteenth, commemorating the day when slaves ere set free in the United States,and it was celebrated on Saturday in Duluth. The NAACP gathered members of the community outside the Central Hillside Community Center for a cookout celebrating the day of freedom. Hundreds of people from all different backgrounds came to…
DULUTH, Minn.- The second piece of the USS Duluth, the bell, has made its way back to the city the ship was named after. The first piece of the ship, the anchor, can be seen from the Lakewalk. Crewmembers of the ship could not be more proud to have the bell back in the ship’s namesake. The ship’s bell signaled…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth DFL endorsed candidates for some of this year’s local races at their annual convention on Saturday. Duluth Mayor Emily Larson was endorsed by the DFL for her re-election bid. At-large Duluth City Council candidate Mike Mayou and District 5 City Council candidate Janet Kennedy were also endorsed on Saturday. Councilor Zack Filipovich says even though…
DULUTH, Minn. – Bargain hunters were outside enjoying the last day of the 39th Annual Park Point Rummage Sale on Saturday. Skies were clear, and one resident says the second day, and final, day of the sale was much busier, but that doesn’t stop his friend group from enjoying the party atmosphere. “We provide our own refreshments we really make…
DULUTH, Minn. – A collection of vintage gowns were unveiled at Glensheen mansion in Duluth for a new exhibit. This summer, gowns, party dresses, and even furs of the early 1900s are being showcased at the historic estate. The vintage items are making their debut after being tucked away in the mansion for the last forty years. After a lot…
DULUTH, Minn. – Veterans and civilians attended a Flag Day ceremony at the Elks Lodge in Superior on June 14th. The program described the history and evolution of the stars and stripes. One Vietnam Veteran says ceremonies like these help honor what the flag means to our nation. “What they did here at the Elks is a good example when…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – 13 middle an high school students are learning the basics of theater at the UWS stage as they are attending a two week intensive camp. The students are learning new skills such as quick changes and dance, all to prepare for a production of ‘The Aristocats.’ One leader, who was busy changing costumes, says it’s all about…
DULUTH, Minn. – The 39th Annual Rummage Sale started off on Park Point with a few showers but it soon turned into a picture perfect day for bargain hunters. “Because you live down here and like I said it’s a sense of community talking with our neighbors. It’s a neighborhood get together and that’s what I really like about this is…
