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Superior Accordion Museum Receives 350 Anique Accordions

The museum receives about 2,000 visitors every year.

August 22, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. — The world of accordions museum in Superior recently welcomed some new members to its family. Located inside the Harrington Arts Center on Belknap Street in Superior, the non-profit recently received about 350 accordions courtesy of a well-regarded collector from Washington D.C. Joining 1,400 accordions already a part of the museum, staff at the largest accordion museum in…

Duluth Superior Film Fest Wraps Up Successful 2021 Season

The 11th annual festival made its comeback after having to cancel its event in 2020.

August 22, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. — The short film, A Simple Mistake, was made by Chisholm residents Nathaniel Coward and Seraphia Gravelle during a nine-week course at the Minnesota Discovery Center. “We discussed how we would execute it. It took use about two takes. It was a pretty fluid process,” A Simple Mistake Director & Producer, Seraphia Gravelle says. It depicts one man’s…

Officials Update Greenwood Fire Mapping, Plan Public Meeting For Monday

August 22, 2021

Alexandra Burnley,

FINLAND, Minn. — A public meeting is scheduled for Monday at 6 p.m. where officials will provide updates on the Greenwood Fire, as well as the fires burning in the Superior National Forest which have caused the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness to close. Presentations will be given by the Forest Service, the Incident Command Team, and the local sheriff….

BWCAW Closed for One Week Due to Multiple Wildfires, Limited Resources

Crews haven't seen a full closure of the BWCAW in more than 40 years.

August 21, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Superior National Forest closed the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW) Saturday, due to active and increasing fire activity, extreme drought, and limited resources. The closure will be in place for seven days and may be modified or extended as conditions allow. “A full-on, a full closure of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness that is, that’s…

Duluth Art Institute Welcomes Community Back into Lincoln Park Location

All ages could stop by the institute to shop art supplies and take-home pieces, enjoy food from the Updog food truck, and make some art to take home inside.

August 21, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Art Institute held a grand re-opening of its Lincoln Park building Saturday with an in-person day of community art. All ages could stop by the institute to shop art supplies and take-home pieces, enjoy food from the Updog food truck, and make some art to take home inside. Staff said after a year with only virtual…

Art in Bayfront Park Returns

August 21, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn.– More than 100 art vendors set up their pieces for the 11th annual Art in Bayfront Park today after its cancellation last year. This two-day event features different unique pieces like canvases, photographs, and other types of hand crafted art lining the walkways of Bayfront Park. This event showcased some of the best work from local and regional…

Flock to the Rock Returns to Ely’s Peak

August 21, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn.– The Duluth Climbers Coalition held their annual flock to the rock climbing event at Ely’s Peak today where close to 200 people of all ages came out to either climb again, or climb for their first time. Members of the climbers coalition, a non-profit climbing group out of Duluth, were happy to get back out providing the gear…

Update: Greenwood Fire Nears 10K Acres, Containment Remains at 0%

The fire received minimal precipitation Friday night. Crews anticipate that winds capable of producing active fire behavior will continue.

August 21, 2021

Arman Rahman,

Photo: Superior National Forest SOUTH OF ISABELLA, Minn.- Crews continue battling the Greenwood Fire as it grew to 9,062 acres Saturday morning after minimal precipitation and high winds overnight, according to the U.S. Forest Service-Superior National Forest. On Saturday, operations staff will reinforce the southern line of the fire in the area of Hwy 2 and the McDougal Lake area….

Area Police Departments Raise Funds for Special Olympics

Law enforcement in the area are also part of the Minnesota Law Enforcement Torch Run.

August 20, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Police Department was out in full force today helping support the Special Olympics. The Coffee of Champions event at Dunkin Donuts is geared towards raising funds and awareness for Special Olympics in Minnesota. It also helps families with costs for sporting events. Anyone who made a contribution received a free donut with the hopes of…

North Shore Handball Tournament is Back

August 20, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- Champion four-wall handball competitors in the upper Midwest came to the YMCA in downtown Duluth for today and tomorrow’s North Shore handball tournament. Eight players are competing in the tournament for the first-place prize of $200. The best of the best came from as far as Illinois to compete. “Yeah, meeting all the players, some I haven’t seen…

Community Organizers Welcome Kids for Back-to-School Event

August 20, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- Several community organizations, including AICHO and CHUM, are working together for next Tuesday’s back-to-school event. School supplies, medical checkups, food, and other community resources are available to families and kids of all ages. Essentia Health is also providing COVID vaccines to eligible kids and adults. “Back to school is stressful for families anytime, especially during the pandemic,” said…

Volunteer Fire Crews Help Greenwood Fire

August 20, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Lakewood fire department is one of the many volunteer fire crews going out to help tackle the Greenwood fire. Several volunteer fire service crews from across the state have been going out to Lake County throughout the week to help monitor the blaze. “It’s tremendous that to the community, to the fire service,” said volunteer Chief Kurt…

Hartley Nature Center Begins Building Expansion

August 20, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. — One Duluth area park is receiving a big expansion. Hartley Nature Center broke ground Thursday morning on a $2.5 million expansion project. Much of the funding comes from the Greater Minnesota Regional Parks and Trails Commission Legacy Grant funds. Parks officials say this will give more people the chance to experience everything Hartley has to offer. “To…

UMD Hosts Environment Sustainability Day Camp

Area high school students went out to the UMD land lab today to learn about all things sustainable.

August 20, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. — Area high school students went out to the UMD Land Lab today to learn about all things sustainable. Living skills and food systems were just some of the objectives students had. “As well as learning some sustainable living skills, getting outside and learning some hands-on experience. And learning through that hands-on experience about food systems and sustainability…

Boys & Girls Club Grill Wars Fundraiser Canceled

August 20, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The annual Grill Wars fundraiser for the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Northland has been canceled due to staffing shortages. The event was originally scheduled to be held in August at Bayfront Festival Park but was pushed to September 8 in the hopes of increasing the availability of staff. On Friday afternoon the Boys & Girls…

U.S. Forest Service: More Evacuations Due to Greenwood Fire

August 20, 2021

Site Staff, The Associated Press,

FINLAND, Minn. – The Lake County Sheriff’s Department is evacuating more residents due to the Greenwood Fire. (U.S. Forest Service) According to the U.S. Forest Service Facebook page, the fire has jumped over to the west side of Highway 2 just north of Stony Lake. Deputies were on-site and evacuating residents in the area of Sand Lake and Stony Lake….

Minor Injuries Reported in Accident Between Bus, Pedestrians in Lincoln Park

August 20, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth police say two pedestrians were involved in an accident with a DTA bus Friday afternoon in Lincoln Park resulting in “minor injuries.” The accident happened in the area of West Michigan Street and 27th Avenue West around 2:09 p.m. According to police, both pedestrians sustained minor injuries in the crash and were treated by Duluth Fire…

Walz Extends Minnesota’s Welcome Mat to Afghan Refugees

August 20, 2021

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is extending a welcome mat for refugees from Afghanistan. In a letter to President Joe Biden on Thursday, Walz, and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan offered to work with the federal government to continue Minnesota’s history of welcoming refugees by assisting with the resettlement of people fleeing Afghanistan. They wrote that Minnesota…

Greenwood Wildfire Could Threaten Homes as Winds Shift

August 20, 2021

The Associated Press,

(Alex Kormann/Star Tribune via AP) FINLAND, Minn. – U.S. Forest Service officials are warning home and cabin owners who fled a wildfire in northeastern Minnesota that the winds could shift this weekend, putting their properties in danger. Dozens of people got the warning at a public meeting Thursday evening in the small town of Finland. Minnesota Public Radio reports that…

Embattled Minnesota Republican Party Leader Resigns

August 20, 2021

The Associated Press,

(courtesy: Fox 9) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – The embattled leader of the Minnesota Republican Party has been forced to resign following accusations that she ran an operation that was rife with verbal abuse, intimidation, and sexual misconduct. Jennifer Carnahan initially resisted calls to resign, saying she had no knowledge of sex-trafficking allegations against a close friend and prominent GOP donor. She…

Minnesota State Fair Losing 150-200 Vendors This Year

August 20, 2021

Site Staff,

(Minnesota State Fair / FOX 9) FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. (FOX 9) – The Minnesota State Fair is back this year, but not all of its vendors. Fair organizers say it’s typical for some vendors to choose not to return, but this year that amount has doubled compared to previous years. “At this point, I can say between 150 to 200…

Oak Grove Man Drowns in Leech Lake

August 20, 2021

Site Staff,

CASS COUNTY, Minn. – A 65-year-old Oak Grove man drowned in Leech Lake Thursday afternoon after a witness reported seeing the man struggling in the water near a pontoon. According to the Cass County Sheriff’s Office, the witness called authorities around 12:50 p.m. to report seeing a man struggling in the water, but as they got closer they no longer…

Native American Advocate Group Holds Backpack Giveaway

August 19, 2021

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Kids and families got a chance to check out a backpack giveaway in Duluth Thursday. The American Indian Movement of the Twin Ports was behind the event. More than two dozen backpacks, a whole lot of supplies and even a half-dozen new pairs of shoes were all given out. “It’s really important to me because I was…

Itasca County K-12 Schools ‘Strongly Recommending’ Masks this Year

Itasca County has seen 45 new positive cases in the last 7 days, according to health officials.

August 19, 2021

Arman Rahman,

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn.- Many K thru 12 schools in Itasca County are now strongly recommending students mask up for the school year, as the County deals with the highest level of community transmission of any Northeastern Minnesota county. Itasca County has seen 45 new positive cases in the last 7 days, according to health officials. School leaders say they can…

Sled Dog Racing Community Helps Evacuate Almost 250 Dogs From Path Of Greenwood Fire

August 19, 2021

Alexandra Burnley,

ISABELLA, Minn. — As the Greenwood Fire grows to 4,750 acres, members of the sled dog racing community rushed to help others who love the sport evacuate their sled dogs this week. Dr. Jen Freking, a veterinarian and Beargrease competitor who has trained and raised sled dogs for more than 30 years, knew that there wasn’t much time to evacuate…

No Planned Water Restrictions for Duluth

August 19, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- Severe drought conditions throughout Minnesota have led to water restrictions for several Minnesota cities. The city of Duluth, however, does not have any planned water restrictions. Lake Superior is the primary water source for Duluth, Proctor, Hermantown, and other surrounding areas in St. Louis County. “So what we are trying to help and tell the public and our…

Kids, Cops, and Cars is Back for the Community

August 19, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Police Department is back with their annual Kids, Cops, and Cars event at Bayfront Festival Park. The Thursday afternoon event was free to kids and families, showcasing various first responder vehicles for kids to play in. “Jaden is obsessed with cop cars and fire trucks, and he has lots of books about them, so we thought…

Highway 53 Bridge Dedicated to Late State Rep. Tom Rukavina

On Thursday, the bridge he fought so hard to build back in 2017 was officially dedicated to him.

August 19, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

VIRGINIA, Minn. — “He often urged people to buy American-made products. In fact, he would tell you even his underwear was made in the U.S.A by union workers. If you didn’t believe him, he would volunteer to prove it to you,” District 6 Senator, David Tomassoni says. Former Minnesota House Representative Tom Rukavina passed away two years ago after a…

Line 3 Protesters Prevent Lift Bridge From Functioning for Short Time Thursday

August 19, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Police Department says officers responded to the Aerial Lift Bridge Thursday afternoon due to protesters on the bridge that were preventing the bridge from functioning. Authorities were pulled from the Kids, Cops, and Cars event to help respond to the incident which lasted about 30 minutes. Officers were able to speak with the protesters…

Proctor Middle School Teacher Charged With Criminal Sexual Conduct of Former Student

August 19, 2021

Site Staff,

PROCTOR, Minn. – A Proctor Middle School teacher has been charged with felony criminal sexual conduct after he allegedly sexually abused a former student multiple times over the course of a year. On Thursday, 51-year-old Todd Robert Clark was charged with one count of first-degree criminal sexual conduct, one count of third-degree criminal sexual conduct, and one count of first-degree…

City Crews Responding to a Water Main Break in Lincoln Park Neighborhood

August 19, 2021

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – City of Duluth Utility Operations crews are responding to a water main break in the Lincoln Park neighborhood. The break was reported around 11:20 a.m. Thursday and is located on the 3000 block of Devonshire Street. City officials say water has been shut off from Devonshire Street and Pacific Avenue to where Devonshire becomes a dead end….

Northeastern Minnesota Wildfire Grows to 6 1/4 Square Miles

August 19, 2021

The Associated Press, Site Staff,

ISABELLA, Minn. — A wildfire in the Superior National Forest of northeastern Minnesota that crews have been fighting since the weekend has grown to 6 1/4 square miles, but U.S. Forest Service officials said Thursday morning that it grew little overnight. The fire near Greenwood Lake, about 25 miles southwest of Isabella, was first spotted Sunday. It grew from 5…

Cooking Connection: Cheese Curds, In Bread, On a Stick at Duluth’s Best Bread!

Stop by Duluth's Best Bread for their Unofficial State Fair, August 24–28 and August 31–September 4.

August 19, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- In this week’s Cooking Connection, we take you to Duluth’s Best Bread as they are back with their State Fair event. After the Minnesota State Fair was canceled last year, Duluth’s Best Bread decided to do their own with special state fair-themed treats, and it was their biggest event ever. So August 24–28 and August 31–September 4, they’re…

State Imposes Water Restrictions as Drought Worsens

August 19, 2021

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS – The drought in Minnesota continues to get worse, exposing rocks, riverbeds, and islands in the St. Croix and Minnesota river drying up entire channels in the mighty Mississippi. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has imposed water restrictions for much of the state. Utilities are to limit water use to no more than 25% above January levels. The…

Workers Hold Rally Against Potential Vaccine Mandates

August 18, 2021

Natalie Noury,

HIBBING, Minn.– Hundreds of people gathered in Bennett Park in Hibbing on Wednesday to hold a rally asking for a choice when it comes to vaccinations in the workplace. Cleveland Cliffs Inc. is the second largest steelmaker in America with 25,000 employees. According to Bloomberg, Cleveland Cliffs promised a $1500 bonus to employees who get vaccinated, and they could get…

Annual Hoghead Festival Continues in Proctor

One of the bigger events of the festival is the classic car show where they are expecting almost 400 classic cars.

August 18, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

PROCTOR, Minn. — The 46th annual Hoghead Festival is underway in Proctor. One of the bigger events of the festival is the classic car show where they are expecting almost 400 classic cars. Organizers are also preparing for class reunions and street dances later on in the week all while celebrating the rich train history of Proctor with the title…

Duluth School Superintendent Given More Power Over District Regulations

This comes after the school board voted last night following a recommendation from the Minnesota School Board Association.

August 18, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth School Superintendent John Magas will continue to have executive power over the Duluth School Board during the 2021-2022 school year when it comes to the safety of students related to Covid-19. This comes after the school board voted last night following a recommendation from the Minnesota School Board Association. Magas says, he is looking to maximize…

American Red Cross Helps Greenwood Fire Shelters

August 18, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

LAKE COUNTY- The American Red Cross is staffing the Greenwood Fire temporary evacuation point, located at the Finland Community Center. The site is set up to help residents who are evacuating near the greenwood fire. Volunteers are supplying food, water, and medical help for people being temporarily displaced from their homes. As of today, nearly 80 homes and campsites have…

Greenwood Fire Update: Evacuations and Road Closures

August 18, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

LAKE COUNTY- The Greenwood fire is actively growing, and multiple fire crews across the nation are building fire lines to stop the spread. Now reaching more than 3,200 acres, firefighters are trying to stop the fire from spreading South and East. “Down here on the South end and the Southwest end, we have division a, division alpha,” said Eastern Area…

Firefighters on Scene of New Fire Detected Near Britt

August 18, 2021

Site Staff,

BRITT, Minn. – A new fire was detected near Britt Wednesday afternoon and was estimated to be nearly 25 acres in size. The fire, named the Moose Lake fire, is located in the Lake Leander area, according to the U.S. Forest Service-Superior National Forest Facebook page. Seven aircraft, heavy equipment, and engines were previously on the scene to help contain…

Minnesota Issues Plan to Treat Water Marred by 3M Chemicals

August 18, 2021

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Minnesota pollution control and natural resources officials have released a $700 million plan to improve the drinking water for 14 Twin Cities communities whose groundwater was contaminated due to decades-long chemical disposal by 3M Co. The long-term plan aims to build or improve six water treatment plants and treat 33 municipal wells. It will also connect nearly…

Morning Update 8-18-21

August 18, 2021

Arman Rahman,

FOX 21’s Arman Rahman and Meteorologist Ryan Johnson bring you your news and weather to start the day. Categories: Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, Wisconsin

Proctor Middle School Teacher Arrested for Alleged Criminal Sexual Conduct

August 18, 2021

Site Staff,

PROCTOR, Minn. – A 51-year-old teacher at a Proctor middle school was arrested Tuesday afternoon on pending charges of first-degree criminal sexual conduct. According to the Duluth Police Department, the teacher was booked in the St. Louis County Jail and is awaiting formal charges. According to Proctor Schools Superintendent John Engelking, the teacher “is employed by the school district, but…

Northeastern Minnesota Wildfire Grows to 5 Square Miles

August 18, 2021

The Associated Press,

(Alex Korman/Star Tribune via AP) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – A wildfire in the Superior National Forest of northeastern Minnesota has grown to 5 square miles as hot, dry, and windy conditions persist. Crews have been fighting the fire from the air and on the ground since it was spotted Sunday afternoon near Greenwood Lake. The fire covered a little over 3…

Minnesota State Fair Not Requiring Masks Inside Most Buildings

August 18, 2021

KQDS Staff,

FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. (FOX 9) – Minnesota State Fair attendees will not be required to wear masks inside buildings on the fairgrounds during this year’s Great Minnesota Get-Together. Fair organizers were considering mandating masks indoors, however, the latest guidance released Wednesday says masks are recommended inside most buildings, but not required. They are also recommending people wear masks outdoors in…

US Health Officials Call for Booster Shots Against COVID-19

August 18, 2021

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK – U.S. health officials are recommending all Americans get COVID-19 booster shots. The plan, as outlined by the director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and other top health authorities, calls for booster doses eight months after people get their second shot of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine. The booster doses could begin the week of…

Three People Rescued After Boats Gets Stuck in Beaver River

August 18, 2021

Site Staff,

FREDENBERG TOWNSHIP, Minn. – Three people were rescued Tuesday evening after their boats became stuck in the mud and heavy vegetation in Beaver River, according to the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office. Around 8:36 p.m. first responders and law enforcement responded to reports of two boaters getting stuck while boating on the river in Fredenberg Township. While waiting for authorities…

City Unveils Design Concepts For Waterfront Property Behind DECC

August 17, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn.– The city of Duluth gave a first look Tuesday at what could soon be a new multi-million dollar overhaul of an experience behind the DECC, which has one of the city’s most pristine views of the waterfront and arguably one of the least invested. The new vision between the Great Lakes Aquarium and Minnesota Slip Bridge involves the…

Essentia Offering 3rd COVID Vaccine to Immunocompromised Patients

August 17, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn.– A third COVID vaccine dose was approved by the FDA at this time for patients who are moderately to severely immunocompromised. Essentia Health announced today that they will be taking part in providing this third dose to those who are immunocompromised, and suggest receiving a dose of the same vaccine product patients received earlier, 8 months after their…

New Apartments to Help Homeless with Mental Health Issues

August 17, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn.– People in Duluth who are homeless and battling mental health issues now have a new supportive housing development as an option to improve their lives. It’s called the Birchwood apartments located on Burning Tree Road in Duluth. The 30-unit one bedroom apartments are mostly furnished, and roughly 100 person have already inquired to live there. The $7 million…