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Tall Timber Days Bring Thousands to Grand Rapids

This year, some FOX 21 team members participated in a lumberjack competition

August 4, 2018

Andrew Kirov,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. – Tall Timber Days has been bringing thousands of people together in Grand Rapids for thirty-eight straight years. The family festival was back this weekend with arts and crafts, chainsaw carving, and delicious food stands. Tall timber days celebrates Grand Rapids’ heritage in the lumber industry with lumberjack shows all weekend long. “I ask the little question,…

Salvation Army Hosts Craft Day

The Salvation Army holds a craft Saturday on the first Saturday of every month throughout the summer.

August 4, 2018

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – To beat the rainy day, many people gathered at the Salvation Army on Saturday for some crafting. The Salvation Army has been hosting craft days on the first Saturday of the month throughout the summer. Anyone is invited to bring whatever craft they’re working on, or just stop by as they supplied some crafts there. People could…

Richard I Bong Veterans Historical Center Hosts Vehicle Show

The event featured different military vehicles from all over.

August 4, 2018

Claudia Chakamian,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – There was even more history to show at the Richard I Bong Veterans Historical Center on Saturday as vehicles were brought in all over for the annual Military/Civilian Vehicle Show. The event featured numerous vehicles from the Wisconsin National Guard and the United States Army, as well as a boat from the U.S. Coast Guard, a M-60…

Thomas is In Town!

Day Out with Thomas Kicks Off

August 3, 2018

Arman Rahman,

Duluth, Minn-The parking lot of the Depot looks more like a street festival. But the air hung low, anticipation stirring. Suddenly, excitement rushes with the kids to greet the one and only Thomas the Tank Engine, as he returns from the last trip of the day. With over 22,000 attendees in the past years, and this year looking to surpass…

Superior School District Says Bus Driver Contracts Inevitable

Despite a large amount of disapproval from the Superior School District's bus drivers few changes to the contracts were made and around five decided to not continue working for the district.

August 3, 2018

Lauren Leigh,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior School District has five open bus driver positions after some previous workers opted not to sign the newly enforced work contracts, which no longer allows drivers to keep their busses at home. Despite a large amount of disapproval from the Superior School District’s bus drivers few changes to the contracts were made and around five decided…

UMD Students Present 10 Weeks of Scientific Undergrad Research

The future of science is here!

August 3, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- The future of science is closer than you’d think, and it lies in the hands of 25 University of Minnesota Duluth students. The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry hosted their 2018 Swenson Undergrad Research Program (SURP) poster fair in the Swenson Science Center Friday, Aug. 3. Funded by the Swenson Family Foundation and university research grants, the event…

Protesters Raise Awareness of Potential Mining and Oil Issues

Community members gathered to share their concerns

August 3, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- Dozens marched through downtown Duluth with a common goal to raise awareness of potential pollution problems in the area, preserve the eco-system and sustain human life. Supporters of the Water is Life movement and several other organizations lined the Minnesota Power Plaza to stand against the updated Enbridge line 3 oil pipeline, proposed sulfide mining projects and Husky…

Twin Ports Lighthouse Days Return to the Northland

On Aug. 7, 1789, President George Washington signed the Ninth Act of Congress federalizing lighthouses.

August 3, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

The Lake Superior Maritime Visitor Center is celebrating the five lighthouses in the Twin Ports. During Twin Ports Lighthouse Days guests are invited to the free event. It’s where they can learn more about the history of lighthouses while being able to make lighthouses out of postcards and watch films on different lighthouses on Lake Superior. “They were there to serve the maritime…

Traveling Exhibit Highlights 18 Civil War Volunteers

The 18 volunteers were all from St. Louis County.

August 3, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

DULUTH, Minn. – A new traveling exhibit shines a spotlight on 18 men from St. Louis County who served in the Civil War. The 18 Exhibit is on display at the Depot in downtown Duluth. Visitors will go back in time and learn what life was like for the men who volunteered to serve their country. The men made an impact…

Glensheen Renovations Underway

Staff say they are hopeful to begin fundraising to match the $4 million from the bonding bill by the fall.

August 3, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

DULUTH, Minn. – More changes are coming to the historic Glensheen estate. Four million dollars in state bonding funds are helping to cover the cost for the renovations. Some of the property at the 110–year–old property hasn’t had maintenance in about 100 years. So this is long overdue. One of the structures on the list for improvements was the Servants…

Local Library Could Help You Track Your Ancestry

Organizers tell us tracking your ancestry through a book can be easier than online.

August 3, 2018

Lauren Leigh,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Have you ever tried to track your family tree? The Superior Public Library now has the “Mayflower Families Through Five Generations” these 30 volumes have the stories and names of those that traveled on the Mayflower. Organizers tell us tracking your ancestry through a book can be easier than online, which typically requires many forms of identification. “With these books,…

Minnesota law Aims to Protect Accounts of Vulnerable Seniors

The Safe Seniors Financial Protection Act Took Effect on Wednesday

August 3, 2018

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – A new Minnesota law gives bankers and financial advisers some new tools to report suspicious activity tied to the accounts of potentially vulnerable seniors. Minnesota Public Radio News reports that the Safe Seniors Financial Protection Act took effect on Wednesday. It gives advisers the authority to delay certain financial transactions while they investigate, making the…

Authorities Search for Missing Ham Lake man

Authorities Continue to Search

August 3, 2018

Site Staff,

CASS COUNTY, Minn. – The Cass County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help locating a missing person. David Rickbeil, 60, of Ham Lake has been reported missing. His abandoned vehicle was located in Cass County on the Lake Washburn Road in rural Remer. The Sheriff’s Office is asking that anyone with information about Rickbeil’s whereabouts call 218-547-1424 or…

Early Morning Fire Destroys Cabin in Iron

The Cause of the Fire is Under Investigation

August 3, 2018

Site Staff,

IRON, Minn. – A cabin in Iron was deemed a total loss after an early morning fire engulfed the cabin in flames. St. Louis County Sheriff’s deputies along with McDavitt, Cherry, and Clinton Fire Departments responded to a structure fire just before 3:00 a.m. Friday morning. When crews arrived at 8560 Old Mesabe Road the cabin was completely engulfed in…

Authorities in Eveleth Searching for Armed Robbery Suspect

August 3, 2018

Site Staff,

EVELETH, Minn. – Just before 10:00 p.m. Thursday night the Eveleth Police Department responded to the Ely Lake Short Stop regarding a report of an armed robbery. Authorities say a female called in the report stating a male entered the store with a knife and robbed her. The male took cash and then tied her up before fleeing the store….

Midday Update 8-3-18

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, August 3, 2018

August 3, 2018

Brett Scott,

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Duluth Judge Finds Dahlstrom Not Guilty by Reason of Mental Illness

August 3, 2018

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – St. Louis County Judge David Johnson ruled on Thursday that Jesse Dahlstrom is not guilty by reason of mental illness for the murder of 75-year-old Sally Pionk. Dalhstrom was accused of stabbing Pionk to death inside a West Duluth Super One in 2014. The ruling of the stipulated facts trial found that the state proved beyond a…

Buzzing for Bees This Weekend in Carlton

The Inaugural Honey Bee Folk Festival is Happening Friday, August 3 - Saturday, August 4 at the Oldenburg House in Carlton

August 3, 2018

Brett Scott,

CARLTON, Minn. – The inaugural Honey Bee Folk Festival begins Friday, August 3 and will run through Saturday, August 4 with fun for the whole family. On Friday, the honey bee folk festival will kick off at 3:00 p.m. with a pronouncement from the Mayor of Carlton and the Carlton City Council. The officials will state the City of Carlton…

Active Adventures: Fat Tire Biking

Off Road On A Fat Tire Bike With Meteorologist Brittney Merlot

August 3, 2018

Brittney Merlot,

DULUTH, Minn – No matter the weather or the time of year, the fat bike is the ATV of the cycling world: sand dunes, mud pits, snowtrails—fat bikes can go anywhere! For this week’s active adventures Brittney Merlot takes us to the rocky trails, beaches, grass, gravel and even into the water on a fat tire bike! Ski Hut tells…

Apple surges to $1 trillion in market value

Apple is the First Publicly Traded Company to hit $1 Trillion

August 3, 2018

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Mark Lennihan)SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Apple is worth $1,001,679,220,000. The maker of the iPhone and other gadgets became the world’s first publicly traded company with a market value of $1 trillion on Thursday. The company reached the milestone a couple of hours into the trading session when its shares reached $207.04. They closed with a gain of 2.9 percent to…

Minnesota Joins Lawsuit Challenging 3D-Printed Plastic Guns

Trump Tweeted he is Looking Into the Controversy

August 3, 2018

The Associated Press,

(Jay Janner/Austin American-Statesman via AP, File) ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota is joining a lawsuit against the federal government to block the release of blueprints that show how to make 3D-printed plastic guns. Attorney General Lori Swanson said Friday she is joining other attorneys generals challenging the recent settlement between the Trump administration and a Texas-based company that wants…

Air Force Authorities Probe Mysterious 911 Call

The Call Came From Another Base

August 3, 2018

The Associated Press,

DAYTON, Ohio (AP) – Air Force authorities are trying to find out what prompted a 911 call that caused a chaotic “active shooter” reaction on a sprawling Ohio base. Spokeswoman Marie Vanover at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base near Dayton said Friday the investigation “is ongoing,” and that there’s no timetable yet for its completion. She said no injuries have been…

Morning Update 8-3-18

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, August 3, 2018

August 3, 2018

Brett Scott,

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Man Pleads Guilty to Killing Grandparents

Scheel Will be Sentenced October 4

August 3, 2018

The Associated Press,

ST. CLOUD, Minn. (AP) – A man has been convicted of killing his grandparents at a home he shared with them in central Minnesota. Thirty-three-year-old Gregory Allen Scheel pleaded guilty in Stearns County District Court to two counts of first-degree murder Thursday. KNSI reports Scheel cried when he admitted to assaulting and murdering 93-year-old Willie Scheel and 80-year-old Gloria Scheel…

Teens Superior at Dungeons and Dragons

New Weekly Club at Superior Public Library

August 2, 2018

Arman Rahman,

Superior, WI- Some teens in Superior are having a medieval summer thanks to two girls from Superior and Elk Mound High School. The pair started a weekly Dungeons and Dragons tournament for a senior community project. So for a few hours at ye olde library every Thursday, as long as ye be twixt the ages of 13-17, the quest calls to…

Eroding Valve Potentially Caused Husky Refinery Explosion

Investigators say it's similar to one that occurred in Torrance, California at Exxon Mobile's refinery.

August 2, 2018

Lauren Leigh,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The potential cause behind the Husky Energy refinery explosion in Superior is believed to be found during an ongoing investigation by the U.S. Chemical Safety Board. Investigators tell us it appears the explosion could have happened due to an eroded piece of equipment. Click here for a play-by-play animated video of before, during and after the explosion. “You…

Miracle Treat Day Helps Local Miracle Family

Local Duluth Dairy Queens who participate in Miracle Treat Day benefit Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare.

August 2, 2018

Claudia Chakamian,

DULUTH, Minn. – People will find any excuse to eat some ice cream, and they had the perfect excuse to on Thursday for Dairy Queen’s Miracle Treat Day. And even though everyone loves splurging on a Blizzard, this annual event means a lot more than just the sweet treat. And for one local family, having people participate in Miracle Treat…

Weekend Spotlight: Aug. 3-5

August 2, 2018

Dan Hanger,

Categories: News, News – Latest News, Weekend Spotlight

Morgan Park Volunteers Focus On Bully Prevention At the Playground

The group is the eyes and ears for the police when they may not be close by and if there are problems kids face consequences.

August 2, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

DULUTH, Minn. – A group of volunteers have taken bullying prevention into their own hands in Duluth. We all know the police can’t be everywhere at one time so that’s when the playground patrol steps in. Spending time at the playground should be fun and a bully free zone and this group is making sure things stay that way. Jennifer Roy…

Duluth Rises Above Seizures

Epilepsy Foundation hosts Annual Walk to Raise Money and Awareness

August 2, 2018

Arman Rahman,

Duluth, Minn- 1 out of 10 people have seizures in their life. Now epilepsy occurs when a person has two or more seizures at a time, and 1 out of 26 have it, with some not even knowing until much later in life. At Park Point, epileptics and their supporters connected, and walked, to rise above seizures. Around 300–400 people arrived…

Spirit Valley Days Parade Paints the Pavement

39th Annual Spirit Valley Days Continues

August 2, 2018

Arman Rahman,

West Duluth, Minn- Spirit Valley Days continued with the Annual Parade down Central Avenue. The parade has been going on since 1979. Politicians, schools, and organizations all got to soak in the cheers going down Central Avenue The parade even featured some local royalty. “It’s just like the sense of community,” said Rachel Skwira-Brown, crowned Miss West Duluth this year. “And…

GOP Candidate Bob Anderson Campaigns Across the Northland

The Republican candidate is running for U.S. Senate.

August 2, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- . Minnesota GOP candidate Bob Anderson spent the day campaigning to become a U.S. Senator for the upcoming primary election. The dental technician is running for Al Franken’s former seat against two other republican candidates. Anderson prides himself on his lack of political background and support of the working class. “I think it resonates with our message of…

Officials are Investigating the Cause of Widespread 911 Service Outages

An internal maintenance issue caused emergency call centers to shut down across three states.

August 2, 2018

Viktoria Capek,

ST. LOUIS, Minn.- A 9-1-1 call system outage that affected St. Louis county also affected several other cities in the state and as far as North Dakota and North Carolina. Minnesota Emergency Communications announced Thursday afternoon that the outage had nothing to do with terrorism or a cyber attack but was an unusual occurrence. Officials believe the shutdown happened during…

Protesters March To Nolan’s Office Calling For His Resignation

The protesters say they want to hold Nolan accountable after sexual assault allegations against one of his former staffers.

August 2, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

DULUTH, Minn. – Nearly two dozen protesters marched to the front door of Congressman Rick Nolan’s Duluth office. Calling for his resignation. The protesters say they want to hold Nolan accountable after sexual assault allegations against one of his former staffers. They’re upset that staffer was hired back with Nolan’s office, a year later after being let go amid the allegations. If that means he steps away from representing us then he so be it,” said…

Secretary of State Candidate John Howe Visits Duluth

Howe is facing off against the current Secretary of State Steve Simon a democrat and independent party candidate William Denny.

August 2, 2018

Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- Former Minnesota Senator and Red Wing Mayor, John Howe is running for Secretary of State. The Republicans stopped in Duluth to share his views on how to make the election process smoother in the state hoping it can be much more open in the future to public scrutiny. “Well I believe in honest, open, and transparent elections,” Secretary…

Evening Update: 8-2-2018

A look at the latest local news and weather forecast

August 2, 2018

Site Staff,

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Vendor Blamed for 911 Outage in Three States

Outages Were Reported in MN, ND, and NC

August 2, 2018

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Officials in Minnesota say a third-party vendor performing work on a 911 system caused a widespread service failure in Minnesota, and that the outage affected North Dakota and North Carolina too. Several cities and counties scrambled to broadcast backup emergency phone numbers during the hour-long outage Wednesday afternoon. Telecommunications company CenturyLink, which operates 911 networks…

Boy’s Death on Playground Investigated

August 2, 2018

The Associated Press,

COMFREY, Minn. (AP) – The death of a 9-year-old boy on a playground in southwestern Minnesota is under investigation. Police say Gavin Ludewig was found tangled in a swing on the playground in Comfrey, a small community in Brown County, about 5:30 p.m. Wednesday. He was pronounced dead at Springfield Medical Center. The Star Tribune reports police have not said…

Cooking Connection: S’mores French Toast

Bring your backwoods campfire to breakfast at Northwoods Family Grille.

August 2, 2018

Brittney Merlot,

COOKING CONNECTION: S’mores French Toast with Northwoods Family Grille in Silver Bay, MN! RECIPE: Two pieces of Texas toast dipped in vanilla, sprinkled with cinnamon and a dash of nutmeg. Add two eggs to the mix as well. Let that cook for a little bit, just like your usual french toast. But this time, no powder sugar. Drizzle chocolate sauce,…

Officials Responding to Active Shooter Reports at Base

August 2, 2018

The Associated Press,

DAYTON, Ohio (AP) — Federal authorities say they’re responding to reports of an active shooter at an Air Force base in Ohio, and the base is on lockdown. Security forces and other emergency responders are outside the hospital at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base near Dayton. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives said via Twitter it’s among several agencies…

Buy a Blizzard, Donate a Dollar Today at Dairy Queen

Miracle Treat Day is Happening All Day Thursday, August 2 at Multiple Northland Dairy Queen's

August 2, 2018

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Looking to cure your sweet tooth today? Then you’re in luck! All DQ locations in Northeast Minnesota will be participating in the 2018 Miracle Treat Day 2018. One or more dollars from each sale of a DQ Blizzard will be donated to Gillette Children’s Specialty Healthcare through the Children’s Miracle Network. Gloria Plaisted owns and operates the…

Midday Update 8-2-18

Local News and Weather Headlines for Thursday, August 2, 2018

August 2, 2018

Brett Scott,

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TSA Considering Ending Screening at Small Airports

TSA Says no Decision has Been Made

August 2, 2018

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) – The TSA is considering ending screening of passengers at smaller airports across the country to focus security efforts at the largest airports. It is unclear how advanced the proposal is and whether it will ever be adopted. Still, aviation-security experts reacted with alarm, saying it could make flights at smaller airports inviting targets for terrorists. CNN reported…

Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board Provide Update on Husky Explosion, Fire

Husky COO Says Expenses Have Totaled to $41 Million USD

August 2, 2018

Site Staff,

Photo: Husky Superior RefinerySUPERIOR, Wis. – The U.S Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board has provided a factual investigative update regarding the April 26 Husky Superior Refinery explosion refinery. In the updated findings the report states the explosion occurred in the refinery’s Fluid Catalytic Cracking Unit while it was being shut down for periodic maintenance and inspection. At that time…

Wisconsin man Contracts Rare Blood Infection From dog

Doctors say the Infection is Rare

August 2, 2018

The Associated Press,

(Dawn Manteufel via AP) WEST BEND, Wis. (AP) — Surgeons have amputated the legs and hands of a Wisconsin man who contracted a rare blood infection from a dog lick. Greg Manteufel remains hospitalized at a Milwaukee area hospital. Froedtert and the Medical College of Wisconsin infectious disease specialist Dr. Silvia Munoz-Price says the bacteria that invaded Manteufel’s body comes…

Morning Update 8-2-18

Local News and Weather Headlines for Thursday, August 2, 2018

August 2, 2018

Brett Scott,

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Crackdown on Speeding Nets 14K Citations in Minnesota

Between July 6 and July 22 14,661 Speeding Tickets Were Issued

August 2, 2018

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – A driver “trying to make it to Taco Bell before it closed” at 99 mph is among the thousands of motorists cited for speeding in Minnesota last month. It was part of a statewide crackdown on speeding and unsafe driving between July 6 and July 22. Minnesota Department of Public Safety data shows law enforcement…

Man, 18, Accused of Pushing boy off Minnesota Water Slide

Criminal Charges are Expected

August 2, 2018

The Associated Press,

APPLE VALLEY, Minn. (AP) – Police have arrested an 18-year-old man accused of pushing an 8-year-old boy off a slide at a suburban Minneapolis water park. Authorities say the boy fell nearly 32 feet to the concrete below and suffered multiple fractures at the Apple Valley Aquatic Center on Tuesday. The incident happened at the Apple Valley Aquatic Center. Eighteen-year-old…

City Continues Critical Eye Over Disbursement Of Tourism Tax Revenue

August 1, 2018

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — We’ve got a progress report on how the city of Duluth and its tourist attractions are spending millions of dollars in tourism tax revenue every year. The city has always known and approved how much revenue each attraction got to use, but that was about it – until now, as FOX 21’s Dan Hanger reports. From summer…

Olympian Book Signing at Fitger’s

Duluth Native Olympian Kara Goucher Signs Her Book and Speaks

August 1, 2018

Arman Rahman,

Duluth, Minn- A famous Duluth Olympian came back home for a book signing. Kara Goucher welcomed fans to meet her at Fitger’s today, while she signed copies of her new book “Strong: a Runner’s Guide to Boosting Confidence and Becoming the Best Version of You.” Fans and fellow runners say living in a place she loves to train makes them…