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Northern State Freshman Found Dead in Dorm Room

Authorities do not Suspect Foul Play

October 18, 2018

The Associated Press,

ABERDEEN, S.D. (AP) – Authorities say a college freshman from Minnesota has been found dead in his dorm room at Northern State University in South Dakota. Police in Aberdeen say the death of Curtis LeMair remains under investigation, but that they do not suspect foul play. LeMair was found dead early Wednesday. He graduated from Prior Lake High School earlier…

Morning Update: 10-18-18

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, October 18, 2018

October 18, 2018

Site Staff,

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Cranberry Brie Pinwheel, Easy Fun Fall Appetizer

Easy To Cook & Serve Fall Pinwheels Tought From A Private Cooking Instructor You'll Want Lessons From!

October 18, 2018

Brittney Merlot,

DULUTH, Min. — Cooking Connection with Fox 21’s Brittney Merlot and Private Instructor Arlene Coco! This week we are cooking up a Cranberry Brie Pinwheel that is perfect for appetizers, parties and the holidays! RECIPE: Cranberry Brie Pinwheels Makes 12 Servings Yield: 2 dozen This recipe is a starting point for countless variations. Think cheddar cheese, pesto, and other delicious…

Trip Around the World at UWS

Cultures Around the World Event Held in Library

October 17, 2018

Arman Rahman,

SUPERIOR, Wis.-University of Wisconsin-Superior was a melting pot of different cultures tonight, as they held its 3rd annual Cultures Around the World event on Wednesday. The upper floor of the Jim Dan Hill Library became filled with cultural games, different languages, and brightly colored garb. Organizers say while the event was marketed towards kids, any age can benefit from it….

Homeless Camp Dismantled Over I-35; Fencing Installed After Safety, Health Concerns

October 17, 2018

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – A homeless camp above I-35 in Duluth has been moved out with new security measures being installed after growing health and safety concerns there. Crews with the Minnesota Department of Transportation were out Wednesday installing new fencing around the property along the 700 block of East Superior Street. MnDOT officials say conditions were increasingly unsanitary, with mounting…

Experts Not Ready to Call Polio-like Illness An Epidemic Yet

AFM is a polio-like disease with seven cases in Minnesota.

October 17, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

DULUTH, Minn. – Local health experts say Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM) is not considered an epidemic just yet. AFM is a polio-like disease with seven cases in Minnesota. The illnesses cause paralysis or limited mobility in children. Doctors from St. Luke’s Hospital in Duluth say following steps like hand washing and staying home when you’re sick can help with prevention….

Community Voices Heard One Last Time for Riot Gear

Issue with Comments from Meetings Now Goes to City Council

October 17, 2018

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- “…we stop being oppositional and look for ways to make our community safe.” The tired plea from one concerned citizen at a third community meeting discussing whether the Duluth Police Department should purchase new riot gear. The Citizens Review Board held its final community meeting about the proposed purchase of riot gear. The feedback along the way will…

Protesters Demand Answers From Itasca County Officials On Spending of Taxpayer Funds

The protesters want answers from the Sheriff's Office and other county officials on how taxpayer money is being spent.

October 17, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. – Protesters in Grand Rapids are calling out Itasca County on what they believe to be the misuse of funds. The protesters want answers from the Sheriff’s Office and other county officials on how taxpayer money is being spent. Dozens of protesters were in front of the Itasca County Courthouse braving the cold to get their point…

Bowling to Beat Breast Cancer Entering its 12th and Final Year

Bowling to Beat Breast Cancer has created several opportunities to donate beyond their annual bowling event.

October 17, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.-“Everything comes to an end, and this, we thought, there’s 12 frames in– actually I think there’s 10 in bowling, but there’s really 12 for a perfect game… So this is our final frame,” said breast cancer survivor Barb Hoag. Bowling to Beat Breast Cancer, a non profit started in 2007, spent 12 years dedicated to changing the lives of those…

Over 500 Students and Teachers Start their School Day Getting Active

Piedmont Elementary School was one of 200 Minnesota school's participating in Walk to School Day.

October 17, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- A brisk fall morning didn’t stop over 200 Minnesota schools from participating in International Walk and Bike to School Day. Nearly 500 Piedmont Elementary students were dropped off at the Seventh Day Advent Church, about three blocks from the school, so they could join their classmates in getting an active start to their day. Kids were greeted by…

Sir Ben’s Honored For Helping Disabled

A Duluth restaurant received a big honor today for all they do for people with disabilities.

October 17, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-A Duluth restaurant received a big honor today for all they do for people with disabilities. Sir Benedict’s Tavern was named an Outstanding Disability Employer by the Minnesota Organization for Habilitation and Rehabilitation. UDAC, which helps people with disabilities learn life skills while getting job training, nominated Sir Ben’s for the award, due to all the work the restaurant…

Farmers’ Market Still Going Strong

With the snow already starting to fly throughout the Northland, the gardening season is getting ready to wrap up.

October 17, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-With the snow already starting to fly throughout the Northland, the gardening season is getting ready to wrap up. The farmers’ market in Superior is still open after battling some harsh conditions for growing earlier this year. One farmer we spoke to said the huge amounts of rain the area got at times, made things difficult. “In my mind…

Gnat-Borne Disease Turns up in Minnesota Deer for First Time

There are no Known Health Risks to People

October 17, 2018

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Animal health officials say a disease carried by gnats has turned up in Minnesota deer for the first time. The Minnesota Board of Animal Health confirmed the first cases of Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease – or EHD – in a small herd of captive white-tailed deer in Goodhue County. Officials say six of seven animals died…

Sheriff: Missing Wisconsin Girl’s Parents Were Shot to Death

The Autopsies Were Completed Wednesday

October 17, 2018

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Authorities say a missing Wisconsin girl’s parents were shot to death and they believe she was in the home at the time. Police have been searching for 13-year-old Jayme Closs since early Monday, when deputies responding to a 911 call from her home in Barron found her parents, James and Denise Closs, dead in the house….

Suspect in Custody After Three Hour Standoff With Sawyer County Deputy

This Incident Remains Under Investigation

October 17, 2018

Site Staff,

SAWYER COUNTY, Wisc. – A high speed chase in Sawyer County resulted in a crash and a three hour standoff between a Sawyer County Deputy and a male suspect from Menomonie. The incident happened just before 11:30 p.m. on Tuesday in the Town of Round Lake. The Sawyer County Sheriff’s Office says a Deputy tried to stop a vehicle on…

Midday Update 10-17-18

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, October 17, 2018

October 17, 2018

Brett Scott,

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Canada now World’s Largest Legal Marijuana Marketplace

Sales Started Just After Midnight

October 17, 2018

The Associated Press,

(Stephen MacGillivray/The Canadian Press via AP)TORONTO (AP) – Canada has become the second and largest country with a legal national marijuana marketplace. Sales started just after midnight local time in Newfoundland, Canada’s easternmost province. Tom Clarke of Portugal Cove, once an illegal marijuana dealer and now a licensed retailer, was among the first to make a sale. At least 111…

Former Hermantown Mayor Donates New Book to Local Classrooms

Former Hermantown Mayor, Dan Urshan, is the Author of "Where's Duke," Now Being Donated to Local Classrooms in the Northland

October 17, 2018

Brett Scott,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – When it comes to being in first grade, some real life topics are often tough to discuss with your children. But with the help and creativity of one local author, it’s now easier for Animal Allies to step in and continue teaching lessons for years to come. “Duke went missing in the middle of the winter in…

No Winning Mega Millions Ticket; Jackpot Climbs to $868M

Mega Millions is Played in 44 States

October 17, 2018

The Associated Press,

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) – No winning lottery ticket was sold for the latest Mega Millions drawing, meaning the estimated jackpot climbs to $868 million. Mega Millions officials say no tickets matched all six numbers to claim the estimated $667 million prize Tuesday night. The numbers were 3, 45, 49, 61, 69 and Mega Ball 9. The next drawing will…

Minnesota Students Above the National Average on the ACT

99 percent of Seniors Took the Test This Year

October 17, 2018

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Minnesota students scored above the national average on the ACT college entrance exam and best among 19 states where at least 90 percent of teens took the test. Test results released Wednesday show the class of 2018 earning an average composite score of 21.3 out of a possible 36. That’s down slightly from last year’s average of…

Morning Update 10-17-18

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, October 17, 2018

October 17, 2018

Brett Scott,

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Seventh Child in Minnesota Contracts Paralyzing Illness

CDC Officials Have not Found the Cause

October 17, 2018

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – The Minnesota Department of Health says a seventh child has been struck by a rare, paralyzing illness that has been reported across the country. Health specialists say the symptoms in the latest case match those of the other children in Minnesota who have been diagnosed with acute flaccid myelitis, or AFM. The polio-like illness causes…

Take a Halloween Haul Up the North Shore on the Pumpkin Patch Express

The Pumpkin Patch Express is the Northshore Scenic Railroad's second largest train ride

October 16, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.-To add to the list of fun Fall activities to do in the Northland this Halloween season, you can also take a trip down the Northshore Scenic Railroad on this year’s Pumpkin Patch Express! It’s the second biggest train ride offered at the railroad, hosting over ten thousand riders in four days. The train boards at the depot then…

Time to Stock Up in Winter Clothing for the Season

Northwest Outlet has Winter gear and tips to using it this coming season

October 16, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Employees at the Northwest Outlet in Superior shared their tips and tricks with customers during their busiest season of the year… The number one being the importance of buying and purchasing base layers to wear. Employees say that purchasing wicking base layers to wear underneath your clothing will be the best thing to keep you warm. This differs from…

Golf Knows No Season… Players Embrace the Cold Weather

Enger Golf Course is open year-round for anyone interest in playing.

October 16, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- Walking into the changing of the seasons, Enger Golf Course is preparing for the Duluth Winter, though not quite the way you’d think. The 27–hole course is getting ready to change hours for the coming months not because of the cold weather, but because of available sunlight! Both employees and regulars to the course were ready to embrace…

Citizens Voiced Concerns Over SWL&P Requested Rate Increase

SWL&P requested a $7 per month increase from each customer.

October 16, 2018

Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Superior Water, Light and Power held a public hearing Tuesday afternoon, involving its controversial rate hike increase. The event at WITC was streamed to the Capitol in Madison for the public service commission. Mayor Jim Payne was also in Madison Tuesday, who is strongly against the rate increase. The power company says the increase is for improvements and…

Northland Sending Volunteers to Help with Hurricane Relief

One local volunteer will be leaving for Florida on Thursday.

October 16, 2018

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Red Cross chapter is sending more local volunteers out as many along the East Coast are still dealing with the devastation of hurricane Florence and Michael. Eight Northland volunteers are still out helping with Florence while 10 are responding to Michael and one more will be leaving for Florida later this week. Diane Dunder, who…

Duluth’s Downtown Holiday Center Welcomes New Tenants

There's been a $20 million investment into the Holiday Center within the last 15 years.

October 16, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Holiday Center Market in downtown Duluth is on its way to full capacity as several new businesses are moving in. With more food and entertainment options, you’ll now have even more reasons to stop by and shop there. In November 2019, Townsquare Media will be home to four radio stations including B105, Mix 108, Sasquatch 106.5…

UMD Students Encouraged to Get Active On Campus at Civic Engagement Fair

The fair was hosted by the Minnesota Public Interest Research Group, an organization focused on engaging students in the community.

October 16, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

DULUTH, Minn. – For students at the University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) who want to get involved in different organizations but don’t know where to begin, the Civic Engagement Fair helps guide them. The fair was hosted by the Minnesota Public Interest Research Group, an organization focused on engaging students in the community. Some UMD students believe getting involved in different…

Superior City Councilors Make A Push To Hire More Firefighters

The total cost for three firefighters would be $270,000 a year.

October 16, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Superior City Councilors Craig Sutherland and Brent Fennessey want to fund three new firefighter positions to the department. They say it’s all about safety and restoring positions cut in past budgets. The total cost for three firefighters would be $270,000 a year, according to Mayor Jim Paine. Councilor Fennessey tells us a majority of the funding, $173,000 would come from the Oil Pipeline Terminal Tax…

The Latest: Sheriff Dismisses Miami tip in Missing Girl Case

Jayme was Last Seen Sunday Afternoon

October 16, 2018

The Associated Press,

BARRON, Wis. (AP) -Authorities looking for a missing Wisconsin teenager whose parents were found dead in their home say a tip placing the girl’s whereabouts in Miami is not credible. Barron County Sheriff Chris Fitzgerald said during a Tuesday afternoon briefing that Miami police tweeted the information without consulting with Wisconsin investigators. Authorities have been searching for 13-year-old Jayme Closs…

Many in Florida Panhandle Still Without Power

12 Deaths Occured in Bay County

October 16, 2018

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Gerald Herbert)PANAMA CITY, Fla. (AP) – Six days after Hurricane Michael ripped through the Florida Panhandle, nearly 137,000 customers remain without power in an 11-county region that stretches from the Gulf of Mexico to the Georgia border. Michael slammed into the region on Oct. 10 and in the immediate aftermath as many as 400,000 customers in the state were…

Mysterious Paralyzing Illness Found Among Kids in 22 States

At Least 62 Cases Have Been Confirmed

October 16, 2018

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. health officials on Tuesday reported a jump in cases of a rare paralyzing illness in children, and said it seems to be following an every-other-year pattern. At least 62 cases have been confirmed in 22 states this year, and at least 65 additional illnesses in those states are being investigated, according to the Centers for…

Nopeming Sanatorium Paranormal Investigation

Medium Lady Ocalat & Twin Ports Paranormal Investigates The Old County Tuberculosis Sanatoria

October 16, 2018

Brittney Merlot,

DULUTH, Min. — Fox 21’s Northland Uncovered October Special investigates The Old County Tuberculosis Sanatoria, Nopeming. Nopeming was built in 1912 to help house and care for individuals diagnosed with tuberculosis. The building went through many changes in structure, tenants, employees and management since. Nopeming has been privately owned by Orison Inc. which is a non-profit since 2009. Orison has…

Midday Update 10-16-18

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, October 16, 2018

October 16, 2018

Brett Scott,

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Duluth Mayor Announces Selection for Chief Administrative Officer

A Public Meet and Greet Will be Held Thursday

October 16, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Former City of Minneapolis Director of Regulatory Services, Noah Schuchman, has been selected as Duluth’s next Chief Administrative Officer. Duluth Mayor Emily Larson made the announcement Tuesday morning following an extensive national hiring process. In his previous role Schuchman managed a department of nearly 200 staff with complicated budgets and several lines of city business. “I am…

Power Restored in West Duluth After Vehicle hit Power Pole

Nearly 1,800 MN Power Residents Lost Power

October 16, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Power has been restored to 1,800 residents in West Duluth after a vehicle collided with a power pole Tuesday morning. According to authorities the accident occurred at 34th Avenue West and Grand Avenue. The female driver appears to have suffered a medical event which caused her vehicle to strike a power pole and roll over. The driver…

Mega Millions Prize up to $654M, Fourth Largest in US History

The Cash Option is an Estimated $372 Million

October 16, 2018

The Associated Press,

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) – After nearly three months without a winner, the Mega Millions lottery game has climbed to an estimated $654 million jackpot. Unfortunately, even as the big prize for Tuesday night’s drawing increases to the fourth-largest in U.S. history, the odds of matching all six numbers and winning the game don’t improve. They’re stuck at a miserable…

Experience Sugarloaf Cove During Open House this Saturday

Sugarloaf Cove Along Highway 61 is Hosting Their First Ever Open House Saturday, October 20

October 16, 2018

Brett Scott,

SCHROEDER, Minn. – The friendly folks at Sugarloaf Cove invite you to spend your Saturday exploring the wilderness and rich history of their location. Visitors will have the chance to celebrate Minnesota’s North Shore and learn more about its unique geology, climate and more. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and the Sugarloaf North Shore Stewardship Association are hosting an…

Morning Update 10-16-18

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, October 16, 2018

October 16, 2018

Brett Scott,

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UMD Plans Expansion With New Dorms and Dining Facilities

The facilities will be paid for with internal funding and a loan from the University of Minnesota system and not state funding.

October 16, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

DULUTH, Minn. – The University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) has plans to build a new residence hall and dining facility. The school currently doesn’t have the space for all students who want to live on campus. Now they’re planning to build a $59 million dorm and dining facility to fill that void. The facilities will be paid for with internal…

Minnesota Public Utilities Commission To Decide Fate of Proposed Gas Plant

This week the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (PUC) will hold a hearing in Duluth where commissioners are expected to decide if Minnesota power will get permission to move forward with building the plant.

October 16, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

DULUTH, Minn. – Minnesota Power announced plans to build a $700 million natural gas plant in Superior just last year. This week the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (PUC) will hold a hearing in Duluth where commissioners are expected to decide if Minnesota power will get permission to move forward with building the plant. But, not everyone is on board. A…

Witness Reports Seeing Missing Wisconsin Girl in Florida

Her Parents Were Found Dead in Their Barron Home

October 16, 2018

The Associated Press,

BARRON, Wis. (AP) – Police say a girl resembling a missing, endangered Wisconsin teen has been spotted at a gas station in Florida. Authorities have been searching for 13-year-old Jayme Closs since early Monday when her parents were found dead in their home in Barron, in far western Wisconsin. Miami police say a witness reported seeing a girl fitting Jayme’s…

Shoreline Cleanup Continues Five Days After Storm

Damage estimate is expected sometime this week

October 15, 2018

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – Five days after the latest storm hit the Lake Superior shoreline, crews continue to work to clean up the damage. Much of the Lakewalk remains closed as the city continues to assess the damage to the boardwalk and other infrastructure. This coming after much of the Lakewalk had yet to be repaired after a devastating storm last…

Photography by Kids in Treatment Facility Displayed at Great Lakes Aquarium

October 15, 2018

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – An underwater photography exhibit has taken over the art gallery at the Great Lakes Aquarium. The photos were taken by kids in the Northwest Passage mental health treatment programs. “Each one has a personal story about a kid that’s had some challenges or had some strife in their life the they’re there for a reason and they…

Touchstone Awards Celebrate Non-Profits

Two organizations and an individual were presented with 2018 awards

October 15, 2018

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Touchstone Awards have been recognizing outstanding work by area non-profit organizations for the last twenty-four years. This year, the Duluth Superior Community Foundation honored Community Action Duluth for their Jumpstart transportation program, WDSE-TV for their program “Native Report” and Mark Boben for his work in the Gary-New Duluth neighborhood. “The amazing work that non–profit organizations do…

Knowing Your Neighbors: Superior View Farm

October 15, 2018

Andrew Kirov,

BAYFIELD, Wis. – Applefest has come and gone. Orchards are selling off the last of their 2018 crop as apple season comes to an end. Hauser’s Superior View Farm has been a staple of Northern Wisconsin for more than a hundred years. “And our family’s been here since 1908 so it’s been here quite a while,” said Jim Hauser, owner…

New Details Released, Suspect ID’d in Officer-Involved Shooting

The Wisconsin DOJ is Continuing to Investigate

October 15, 2018

Site Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – New details have emerged in the ongoing investigation of an officer-involved shooting that took place in Superior on Oct. 5. According Police Chief Nicholas Alexander, body cam footage from the incident shows the 19-year-old theft suspect, Joshua Farmer, refusing to remove his hands from his pockets after multiple requests from law enforcement. Officers then asked Farmer if…

Bentleyville Closer to Opening as Tree Goes Up

The Tour of Lights runs from Nov. 17 to Dec. 26.

October 15, 2018

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – Bentleyville Tour of Lights is coming together about one month before it opens to the public. The 128–foot tree is now in place. That’s 17 tons of iron with an 8–foot tall ball on top and 150–thousand LED lights. Bentleyville officials said it’s the tallest man–made steel Christmas tree in the United States. Meanwhile, volunteers are needed to…

2018 Terror Train Cancelled

The event was cancelled due to the crumbling lakewalk and the steam engine not being ready.

October 15, 2018

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – The popular “Terror Train” on the North Shore Scenic Railroad has been canceled this year due in part to a crumbling lakewalk behind Fitger’s from recent severe storms. It’s that spot where the Fitger’s–organized event begins. “At Fitger’s, it’s a lot to board that many people, there are 4, 500 people that ride that train. And with the…