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REAL ID Extension Granted for Minnesotans

October 18, 2017

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota residents will be able to use their driver’s licenses to board domestic flights for at least the next year. That’s been an open question for years as the state has struggled to satisfy the federal Real ID Act. The 2005 law requires upgraded security standards for licenses and is scheduled to take effect for…

Minnesota Lawmakers Seek More Federal Money for Wolf Control

October 18, 2017

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (AP) – A federal program that helps Minnesota farmers and ranchers who lose livestock to wolves, has run out of money for the year. So members of Minnesota’s congressional delegation Wednesday, urged U.S. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue to find the money to allow wolf depredation services to continue. They cite Minnesota’s growing wolf population, which rose to an…

Wisconsin Senate Committee OKs Hemp Farming Bill

October 18, 2017

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – The state Senate’s agriculture committee has overwhelmingly approved a bill that would allow Wisconsin farmers to grow hemp. The panel voted unanimously Wednesday to approve the proposal. The vote clears the way for a full floor vote in the Senate. The bill would set up state licenses for farmers looking to grow industrial hemp. People with…

Minnesota Files Amazon Bid; Offers No Details

October 18, 2017

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota’s economic development commissioner says the state has submitted its bid for a second Amazon headquarters. The state hasn’t released details of the bid for a project that could bring a $5 billion investment and 50,000 jobs wherever it lands. Commissioner Shawntera Hardy gave no new details Wednesday, saying only that Minnesota’s bid showcases the…

LCO Tribe Renews Agreement with Enbridge

October 18, 2017

Site Staff,

(Garret Ellison | MLive)HAYWARD, Wis. – The Lac Courte Oreilles Tribal Governing Board passed a resolution approving an agreement with Enbridge Energy Partners during their Tuesday, Oct. 11 meeting, according to the DrydenWire.com. This new 25-year agreement allows Enbridge the right-of-way for two existing pipelines that cross over three miles of the southwestern corner of the reservation. The two lines…

Water Main Connection Oct. 19 on East 4th Street

October 18, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

DULUTH, Minn. – As part of the 4th Street Reconstruction project, the City of Duluth will be making a new water main connection beginning on Thursday, Oct. 19 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Work will impact service to some water customers located in the northeast Endion and northwest Congdon neighborhoods (between 21st and 29th Avenues East, down to East…

Pet Photographer Looks to Capture More Clients

Pupparazzi Companion Pet Photography Started After Owner Lisa Johsnon Volunteered at Animal Allies Humane Society

October 18, 2017

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – With the power of social media, animal pictures find a way to make many of us sink into our screens, begging for more. Now, more and more pet parents are looking for more professional options to capture breathtaking images of their furry companions. Fall is a typical time for scenic shots or graduation images. “It’s always been…

Superior Salon Raises Support for Mentor Superior

Friday: A Black and White Affair

October 18, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Since 2011, Mentor Superior has been supporting youth across the bridge by partnering them with an adult to share some positive community experiences with. Now, Trends Day Spa and Salon is looking to give back to that program. The Black and White Affair is 6-9 p.m. on October 20 at Barker’s Island Inn. There will be food,…

Senator Klobuchar Focuses On St. Louis County Opioid Addiction

Three Roundtable Dicussions Were Held Tuesday

October 17, 2017

Nikki Davidson,

St. Louis County was recently awarded $675,000 of federal money to improve opioid addiction treatment. The grant was given following troubling statistics that the area is struggling with the most overdose deaths per capita in the state. Now Senator Amy Klobuchar is collecting information from the county to discuss the best way to use that money. Just last year more…

Local Red Cross Volunteers Help California Wildfire Victims

Four Northlanders Helping in California

October 17, 2017

Nikki Davidson,

American Red Cross volunteers from Superior and Duluth are in California helping out with wildfires. The volunteers are there to support victim’s mental health, physical health and help out with food distribution and emergency response clinics. This is all happening just after the hurricanes down south, but volunteers continue to step up to help. “We’ve had people that have raised…

Fond du Lac Reservation Receives Grant From Super Bowl Cmte.

October 17, 2017

Site Staff,

FOND DU LAC RESERVATION, Minn. – Some more outdoor opportunities are coming to the Fond du Lac Reservation. The Minnesota Super Bowl Host Committee was there today to award a grant worth $85,000 to fund three different community projects. There will now be an expansion of a walking path that goes toward the Fond du Lac Tribal Center, along with…

Great Outdoors: Bird Watching at Hawk Ridge

Research Done at Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory Is Important to Understanding the Ecosystem

October 17, 2017

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – Birds are migrating to their winter homes in Central and South America, and Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory in Duluth is a fantastic place to watch them fly overhead. In this weeks’s Great Outdoors, we take you to Hawk Ridge where a lot of work is being done to study migratory birds. “Birds are everywhere and so I…

Duluth Man Arrested, Charged in Marine General Theft Incident

October 17, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

Most of stolen lures still in factory packaging provided by the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office UPDATE 10/17/17: The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office reports that on Oct. 7, 2017, the fishing lures and other items of merchandise were recovered from a storage shed in the Morgan Park neighborhood of Duluth. The retail value of the recovered items exceeds $25,000….

Unique Flute Player Visits Charter Schools

Students Learned About Native American History

October 17, 2017

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Students at the Edison Charter Schools got a special treat today as they got a unique look at Native American history. Flute player Darren Thompson visited seventh and eighth graders and played a variety of songs for them with a Native American twist. Educators at the schools said today’s performances will lead to future topics they educate…

Pop-Up Business Campaign Coming Back Again

Pop-Up Businesses Open up Nov. 25th

October 17, 2017

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.- If you are an entrepreneur, you now have the opportunity to start your own business through the Greater Downtown Council’s Pop-Up Campaign. Future business owners can apply with their own idea for a business and have it fill a pop-up shop in downtown Duluth. The program is in its fifth year and has lead to some tenants staying…

Wisconsin Board Talks About Foxconn Deal, No Vote

October 17, 2017

The Associated Press,

(AP) MADISON, Wis. (AP) – The leaders of Gov. Scott Walker’s job creation agency met behind closed doors again to discuss contract negotiations with Foxconn Technology Group but didn’t take any action. The electronics giant wants to build a flat-screen manufacturing campus in Mount Pleasant. Walker signed a $3 billion incentives package for the company last month. The Wisconsin Economic…

New Fires Break Out in California as Wine Country Fires Dim

October 17, 2017

The Associated Press,

A fire burns atop Mount Wilson, seen from Pasadena, Calif., northeast of Los Angeles on Tuesday, Oct. 17, 2017. The fire erupted in the early morning on the peak. (AP) SANTA ROSA, Calif. (AP) — As crews gained on the wildfires in California wine country, new blazes broke out in other parts of the state, including a fire in the…

Officer-Involved Shooting in St. Cloud, Minnesota

October 17, 2017

Site Staff,

ST. CLOUD, Minn. (KMSP) – The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is investigating an officer-involved shooting that happened late Monday night in St. Cloud. The man shot by police is expected to survive, and the initial investigation indicates the man fired a weapon at some point. According to the BCA, a Stearns County sheriff’s deputy and several St. Cloud police officers…

UMD Entrepreneurship Conference Held Today

UMD Students Meet With Business Leaders to Talk About Future Entrepreneurship Ideas

October 17, 2017

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-Starting a business can be quite stressful for anyone. Today, some of that stress was relieved for younger entrepreneurs as they got to meet with a variety of local business leaders. It was all part of the third annual UMD Entrepreneurship Conference. The conference offered a platform where students got to understand what it all takes to start and a…

Agencies Team Up for Warrant Resolution Day in Duluth

October 17, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

DULUTH, Minn. – St. Louis County District Court in Duluth is partnering with local prosecutors, law enforcement agencies, the public defender’s office, and Community Connect to hold a Warrant Resolution Day on Thursday, Oct. 26 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Damiano Center, 206 W 4th Street. Individuals with outstanding warrants from anywhere in the state of Minnesota…

Northland Senior Expo Tomorrow

100-Year-Old Northlanders Celebrate Birthdays

October 17, 2017

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-Seniors, get ready to celebrate tomorrow at the DECC. The Northland Senior Expo will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event will feature a variety of exhibitors focused on the Northland’s aging population. A celebration will also be held at 10 a.m. featuring those who are celebrating their 100th birthday. To find out more, visit this…

Chisholm Roundabout Scheduled to Open Oct. 15

October 17, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

CHISHOLM, Minn. – The roundabout at the intersection of Highway 73 and Highway 5 in Chisholm is set to open on the afternoon of Wednesday, Oct. 18. The project was part of a re-route of Highway 5, which was needed in order to accommodate an expansion of mining operations at Hibbing Taconite. The project was phased over two years. Phase…

Group Focuses on Bridging Gap Between East and West Duluth

Soup & Civility: Bridging Duluth's West-East Divide

October 17, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – On Wednesday, some Duluthians will be working together to bring unity to the city. It’s all part of Speak Your Peace: The Civility Project. On October 18, from 5:45-7:45 p.m., the group will be addressing ways to bridge the gap between East and West Duluth. This will be a workshop to talk about issues and voice concerns…

Bill Bars UW Employees from Working at Planned Parenthood

October 17, 2017

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – University of Wisconsin employees would no longer be allowed to work part-time at Planned Parenthood under a bill supported by anti-abortion advocates that’s up for a public hearing. The Republican-backed measure to be heard by the state Senate’s health committee pits anti-abortion forces against the university and medical community. The measure would prohibit UW employees from…

Enbridge Line 3 Hearing in Duluth Tomorrow

One Meeting Will be 1-4 p.m. While Other is From 6-9 p.m.

October 17, 2017

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-Another public hearing is all set tomorrow in Duluth for the Enbridge Line 3 replacement project. There will be a hearing from 1 to 4 p.m. at the DECC and another from 6 to 9 p.m. Recently the state’s commerce department came out against the project, saying it’s not needed in Minnesota. Enbridge, on the other hand, argues that…

FOX 21 Morning Crew Celebrates National Pasta Day

Staff From Duluth Olive Garden Stopped by FOX 21 Tuesday Morning to Help Celebrate National Pasta Day

October 17, 2017

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Grab your fork! Enjoy a bowl of pasta today in honor of National Pasta Day! A stable in Italian cuisine, pasta is a versatile noodle which comes in many different shapes and sizes. Staff from the Duluth Olive Garden sopped by to chat about the never ending pasta bowl special happening now through the middle of November….

Success Continues for Designer Dogs

Designer Dogs Opened Over 35 Years Ago, Now They Continue to Stay Busy Year-Round

October 16, 2017

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Summer is winding down which means many animal lovers are spending more time inside with their furry friends. Many local groomers are seeing an increase of business as clients look to freshen up their pets before a long winter indoors. “Nobody wants a stinky dog. You’re in the house with them, they’re on the furniture, they’re on…

Algae Eating Toxin Found In Lakes

Clear Lake Water Doesn't Mean Clean Water Anymore

October 16, 2017

Brittney Merlot,

DULUTH, Minn. — When we look at lakes we tend to think that the color and clarity of the water determines if it is clean or not. New research says it could be the complete opposite. Research from the University of Minnesota Duluth and Minnesota Sea Grant found that the sun reacts with nitrates and creates a reactive oxygen species. “What those…

Superior celebrates the new Poplar Wetland Basin

The wetlands are designed to naturally treat polluted storm water runoff

October 16, 2017

Graham Hakala,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – The City of Superior celebrated the New Poplar Wetland Basin with an open house on Monday. The community was invited to come and learn more about the wetland area, which is designed to receive some of the city’s storm water runoff. The basin is meant to naturally remove pollutants that get picked up by storm water. “The…

Sneakers in Downtown Duluth closes after 32 years

The restaraunt and its employees will combine into the new Lyric Kitchen and Bar

October 16, 2017

Graham Hakala,

DULUTH, Minn. – A long–time Downtown Duluth restaurant has closed its doors. Sneakers Sports Bar and Grill in the Holiday Center downtown has closed up shop after 32 years in business. With the opening of the new Lyric Kitchen and Bar opening up soon, Holiday management decided it would be best to combine the two businesses. “It was a staple…

State of the Streets Forum Held in Lakeside

Mayor Emily Larson Talks About Her Proposed Sales Tax Increase

October 16, 2017

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Mayor Emily Larson is asking for a half percent sales tax increase to pay for road repairs across the city. Mayor Larson held a forum tonight to explain the details of her plan to residents and hear their questions and comments. Mayor Larson is asking Duluthians to decide through a referendum on November 7th if they…

South Korean Delegation Learning “Duluth Model”

Domestic Violence Model Helps Organizations Work Together to Help Victims

October 16, 2017

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – A delegation from South Korea is in Duluth today to research the famed “Duluth Model” for ending domestic violence. The model connects government agencies with non-government organizations so they work together to help victims. “If you are listening to the experience of the people you’re serving, that gives you the agenda for change,” said Scott Miller, program…

Northlanders Purchasing Space Heaters for Winter

Heaters Provide Great Alternative Until Furnaces are Turned On

October 16, 2017

Andrew Kirov,

DULUTH, Minn. – It’s now late October and that means winter is knocking on the door. Northlanders are preparing for the cold season by stopping into local shops and buying space heaters. They can be a great option for people who haven’t turned on their furnaces yet because of warm temperatures this fall. “It’s convenient,” said Steve Marshall, owner of…

County Needs Your Help to Fight Aquatic Invasive Species

County Has $711,000 to Fight the Problem

October 16, 2017

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.-St. Louis County needs your help to fight aquatic invasive species. The county was recently given a grant worth $711,000 to battle the problem. Right now they want the public’s input on what should be done to protect all our waters. “St. Louis County is such a massive county with over a thousand lakes,” said Michael Scharenbroich, senior planner…

1 Dead, 2 Injured After Home Being Set on Foundation Falls

October 16, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

BEMIDJI, Minn. – Just before 11 a.m., Sunday, Oct. 15, the Beltrami County Sheriff’s Office responded to the call of three adult males injured and trapped under a small home that was being transferred onto a foundation. Several agencies responded to the call in the 16000 block of Whipple Lane in Kelliher, near Shotley Township, around 60 miles north of…

Bloomington Man Among Those Killed in Somalia Bombing

Man Was Known as Community Activist in Twin Cities

October 16, 2017

The Associated Press,

BLOOMINGTON, Minn.-A 50-year-old Bloomington man is among the nearly 300 people killed following a powerful bomb blast in the capital city of Somalia. The Star Tribune reports Ahmed AbdiKarin Eyow died in Saturday’s explosion in Mogadishu. Jaylani Hussein is executive director of the Minnesota chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations. He said at a news conference Sunday that Eyow…

Walker Tells NFL Players to Stop Anthem Protests

October 16, 2017

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker says he thinks NFL players should stop protesting during the national anthem. The Republican former presidential hopeful sent a letter Monday to NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and Players Association Executive Director DeMaurice Smith saying he believes players are showing disrespect for the flag and veterans. Walker says players should drop the “divisive…

Raw Sewage Contaminating Waters in Puerto Rico After Maria

21 out of 51 sewage treatment plants are still out of service on the island

October 16, 2017

The Associated Press,

Raw sewage is pouring into the rivers and reservoirs of Puerto Rico in the aftermath of the Hurricane Maria. (AP – Oct. 12., 2017) CAGUAS, Puerto Rico (AP) — Raw sewage is pouring into the rivers and reservoirs of Puerto Rico in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria. People without running water bathe and wash their clothes in contaminated streams, and…

Family Says Death of Teen in NDSU Dorm Was of Natural Causes

October 16, 2017

The Associated Press,

FARGO, N.D. (AP) – The parents of a Minnesota teenager found dead in a North Dakota State University dorm last month say he died of a heart problem. The parents of 17-year-old Devin Delaney say in a statement the medical examiner’s report says he died in his sleep due to problems associated with a heart inflammation. It’s most commonly the…

Dayton OKs Reinsurance; MinnesotaCare Funding Still at Stake

October 16, 2017

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Gov. Mark Dayton has signed a federal waiver approving a new state program to lower health insurance premiums. The Democratic governor officially approved Minnesota’s new reinsurance program Monday. State lawmakers devoted $549 million to lower rates for shoppers who buy coverage on their own after years of double-digit increase. Dayton’s signature means the federal government…

Cold Weather Rule Protects Customers from Service Disconnection

October 16, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

DULUTH, Minn. – Minnesota Power is reminding their residential customers who may have difficulty paying for their energy bills in the winter that help is available to them. The Minnesota Cold Weather Rule protects eligible customers from service disconnection during the winter as long as they take steps to ensure that protection. Under the statute, eligible customers are protected from…

Grand Rapids Woman Sentenced to 30.5 Years in Beheading Case

October 16, 2017

Melissa Lentz,

Kayleene Greniger GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. – Itasca County Attorney, John Muhar, reports that one of the two involved in the murder of David Haiman in June 2016, was sentenced Monday, in Itasca County District Court. Kayleene Danielle Greniger, 23, of Grand Rapids, was sentenced to 367 months, or 30.5 years, in prison. On Feb. 24, 2017, Greniger pleaded guilty to…

Wet Autumn Delays Minnesota Harvest

October 16, 2017

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota’s corn and soybean harvests are starting to pick up after delays due to wet field conditions. The U.S. Department of Agriculture said Monday in its weekly crop progress and condition report for Minnesota that farmers took advantage of 4.2 days suitable for field work last week, though muddy fields remain a challenge in some…

Level III Offender Moving to Hibbing

October 16, 2017

Site Staff,

Richard Gibson HIBBING, Minn. – The Hibbing Police Department is informing the public of a Level III Predatory Offender moving into the area. Richard James Gibson, 52, will be relocating from out of state to the 4400 block of Stuntz Road. A notification meeting will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 18 at 6 p.m. in the Little Theater in the…

Ryan Backs Trump on Ending Health Insurance Subsidies

October 16, 2017

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – House Speaker Paul Ryan says he does not want to “shovel more money at a failing program” to replace federal subsidies that President Donald Trump is eliminating to help make health insurance more affordable. Ryan told reporters Monday that he supports the president’s decision last week to end the subsidies. In Ryan’s home state of Wisconsin,…

Crews Continue to Battle California Wildfires

At least 40 people dead

October 16, 2017

The Associated Press,

A set of salvaged china that Karen Curzon, background center, inherited from her grandmother lie on the foundation ofher home that was destroyed by a wildfire in the Coffey Park neighborhood Sun., Oct. 15 in Santa Rosa. SANTA ROSA, Calif. (AP) — Firefighters kept gaining on the California wildfires Monday with help from lighter winds that made it easier to…

Princeton Couple Dies in Plane Crash North of Twin Cities

October 16, 2017

The Associated Press,

RAMSEY, Minn. (AP) – Authorities say a small plane crash on the Mississippi River north of the Twin Cities killed a Princeton couple. The Anoka County Sheriff’s office says the plane struck a set of power lines and went down into the water near Ramsey around 5:30 p.m. Friday. The sheriff’s office says the body of 48-year-old Jill Rygwall was…

Signage and Guard Rails Going Up at Hwy 135 Interchange

October 16, 2017

Site Staff,

VIRGINIA, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Transportation is working to install additional guard rails along the entrance and exit ramps for the Highway 135 to Highway 53 interchange and several other locations along 53. “Since the project has been open, we have heard concerns from the public – asking for more guardrail,” said Pat Huston, Hwy 53 relocation project…

Ojibwe Bands Plan Public Forums on Enbridge Pipeline Plan

The First Meeting Will be Wednesday in Mahnomen

October 16, 2017

The Associated Press,

MAHNOMEN, Minn.-Six Ojibwe bands that oppose Enbridge Energy’s proposal to replace its Line 3 oil pipeline will open public meetings this week as part of their own environmental assessment. The first is Wednesday on the White Earth Reservation at the Shooting Star Casino in Mahnomen. The tribal proceedings are separate from those of the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission. The state’s…

Volunteers Pick Apples for Northern Lakes Food Bank

Bayfield Apple Trees are Still Full and Erickson Orchards Is Donating Their Extra Apples

October 16, 2017

Andrew Kirov,

BAYFIELD, Wis. – Apple Fest has come and gone, but now it’s apple overload. Trees are still full. One orchard is finding a way to help out families in need with the extra apples. Each year, the apple harvest brings thousands to Bayfield. “Well, they are literally falling off the tree,” said Gene Lemmenes while picking apples. “It’s almost a…

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Pupparazzi Companion Pet Photography Started After Owner Lisa Johsnon Volunteered at Animal Allies Humane Society

Friday: A Black and White Affair

Three Roundtable Dicussions Were Held Tuesday

Four Northlanders Helping in California

Research Done at Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory Is Important to Understanding the Ecosystem

Students Learned About Native American History

Pop-Up Businesses Open up Nov. 25th

UMD Students Meet With Business Leaders to Talk About Future Entrepreneurship Ideas

100-Year-Old Northlanders Celebrate Birthdays

Soup & Civility: Bridging Duluth's West-East Divide

One Meeting Will be 1-4 p.m. While Other is From 6-9 p.m.

Staff From Duluth Olive Garden Stopped by FOX 21 Tuesday Morning to Help Celebrate National Pasta Day

Designer Dogs Opened Over 35 Years Ago, Now They Continue to Stay Busy Year-Round

Clear Lake Water Doesn't Mean Clean Water Anymore

The wetlands are designed to naturally treat polluted storm water runoff

The restaraunt and its employees will combine into the new Lyric Kitchen and Bar

Mayor Emily Larson Talks About Her Proposed Sales Tax Increase

Domestic Violence Model Helps Organizations Work Together to Help Victims

Heaters Provide Great Alternative Until Furnaces are Turned On

County Has $711,000 to Fight the Problem

Man Was Known as Community Activist in Twin Cities

21 out of 51 sewage treatment plants are still out of service on the island

At least 40 people dead

The First Meeting Will be Wednesday in Mahnomen

Bayfield Apple Trees are Still Full and Erickson Orchards Is Donating Their Extra Apples