Minnesota

Phase 5 Prep Work Complete, Lakewalk Reopened

DULUTH, Minn. – The City of Duluth says contractors have completed the work to begin the fifth phase of the Lakewalk Reconstruction Project. The sections of the Lakewalk that had been temporarily closed earlier this week have reopened for public use. Sections along the Lakewalk from Gitchi- ode’ Akiing to Water Street had been closed so that crews could take…

Duluth to Improve Nearly 17 Miles of Road in 2022 Street Improvement Program

DULUTH, Minn. – The City of Duluth says nearly 17 miles of roads will be improved in 2022 as part of the Sales Tax Street Improvement Program. The program comes from a .5% sales tax that was approved by voters in a November 2017 referendum that is allocated to repair, improve, and maintain Duluth roads. In 2020 the program was…

UMD Professor and Master Naturalists Observe Local Trees

DULUTH, Minn.- Biologist and University of Minnesota Duluth Assistant Professor Jessica Savage lead a phenology walk with local Master Naturalists. Around a dozen people gathered for a walk through the Bagley Nature Area on UMD’s campus, taking in the different trees and shrubs in the Northland. The nature walk aims to educate the Master Naturalists about greenery and how they…

Hope City Church Opens Door Again

DULUTH, Minn.- Not even one month ago, Hope City Church in Central Hillside was struck by lightning, damaging its steeple and the street it sits on, but churchgoers were back inside the building for Sunday morning service. “There’s no way that we would be so positive, so optimistic that we’d still be going if we just looked at what we…

Winter Attire Needed at the Damiano Center

DULUTH, Minn.- The seasons are changing, meaning more people need winter attire. And the Damiano Center in Duluth is asking for help. The Damiano Center is hosting its annual Community Connect event, inviting people looking for winter clothing and additional resources. “It’s housed here at the Damiano center, but it is a community-wide planned event, and so it’ll be from…

Hillside Makers Market is Back

DULUTH, Minn.- The Hillside Makers Market is back today and tomorrow, offering various goods. The once-a-month pop-up market showcases jewelry, clothing, and baked goods, all made by local artisans. You can even find accessories for your four-legged friends. “So we have all sorts of fantastic artists this weekend for Friday and Saturday, and there’s everything from floral arrangement to jewelry…

Costco’s Grand Opening is Near

DULUTH, Minn.- Costco’s official grand opening is October 28th, making their famous Kirkland brand products available to Northlanders in just one month. If you’re not looking for groceries, the membership-based store offers various hot foods, electronics, household items, and clothing. “Costco offers quality goods and services at the lowest possible price,” said general manager John Kuzas. “In this location, we…

Fundraiser For Fire-Damaged Spoon’s Bar & Grill

Damage is now estimated to be as much as $400,000, according to owner Solomon Witherspoon.

DULUTH, Minn. — The official cause of a fire at Spoon’s Bar & Grill in Duluth’s Lincoln Park neighborhood remains under investigation, but people came out Thursday evening to raise money for the owner so he can eventually reopen. That event was held at the Spirit Room in Superior. Spoon’s owner Solomon Witherspoon said damage is now estimated to be…

New Credit Union at Lake Superior College

DULUTH, Minn.- Affinity Plus Federal Credit Union is opening a new location at Lake Superior College. The credit union is looking to help students at the main campus make sound financial decisions with an onsite banker and ATM. The new credit union is a convenient way for students and staff to cash checks, apply for loans, and make deposits or…