CARLTON, Minn.- The weather was just right in Carlton for the annual Winterfest. Families enjoyed face painting, animals from Lake Superior Zoo’s Zoomobile, and a chili cookoff. Meanwhile outside they enjoyed “Mini Hook and Slice”: minigolf in the snow with tennis balls. The perfect way to spend a winter day. “People are, at this time of year in Minnesota winters…
DULUTH, Minn.- Wild State Cider has released a new beverage: Classic Dry cider. This cider has zero added sugar, and is made with champagne yeast. The cidery owner said they released it now, as people are trying to eat and drink healthier this time of year. “We joke that we think this is the future of cider that not all…
DULUTH, Minn.- The City of Duluth is distributing information in a new way with a monthly podcast. The “MuniciPals” podcast started out as a joke according to officials, but has now turned into a new way to give people a behind the scenes look at the city, and distribute information on a wider scale. Following a peaceful guitar riff, Phil…
DULUTH, Minn. – Valentine’s Day is one week away and local flower shops are getting ready for one of their busiest holidays. Engwall Florist and Gifts in Duluth have already started stocking up on new decorative vases and balloons. Searching for the right floral bouquet can be overwhelming. No need to worry, the shop has a full menu of arrangements…
DULUTH, Minn. – The UMD Police Department is investigating reports of someone opening or attempting to open doors of occupied rooms in the residence halls. UMD police say the incidents took place over the last several weeks. The department is looking for a person of interest who is described as a 5’5” white male, age 19-20, medium build with brown…
MINNEAPOLIS – Nurses, physician assistants and other caregivers in the union representing 1,800 HealthPartners workers have voted overwhelmingly to strike if a contract agreement cannot be reached before Feb. 19. Service Employees International Union represents 1,800 members at HealthPartners in Minnesota. The St. Paul Pioneer Press says 95% of members voted to begin a seven-day strike. The union announced the…
SUPERIOR, Wisc. — In this weeks Active Adventures Fox 21’s Brittney Merlot and Brett Scott are locked up, in “Alcatraz prison”. Find out if they can escape… Join in on the escape room fun THIS WEEKEND ONLY. Thurs Feb. 6, Fri Feb. 7 & Sat. Feb 8th at the Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center, 305 E 2nd St, Superior,…
HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Hermantown Community Schools have selected a new superintendent. The Hermantown Community Schools Board of Education voted this week to hire Wayne Whitwam, a principal from Centerville Elementary School, as the district’s new superintendent. “After careful consideration and with input from our community, staff and administration, we believe Mr. Whitwam has the depth of knowledge needed to lead…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Great Grey Owl typically resides toward the tip of North America and across the pond in northern Russia. Recently, residents in the Northland captured a rare sight, one that has bird enthusiasts speaking out in this week’s Great Outdoors. “Even people that were just driving by living in the neighborhood, they pull over and ask what…
MANISTEE, Mich. (AP) – High water levels are wreaking havoc in the Great Lakes. The five inland seas are bursting at the seams during the region’s wettest period in more than a century, which scientists say is likely connected to the warming climate. And no relief is in sight. Forecasters expect the lakes to remain high well into 2020. Homes…
DULUTH, Minn.- A local cosmetic store specializing in natural makeup that’s handmade has just opened up in a new storefront. Mix Cosmetiques had it’s grand opening today with a ribbon cutting at its new spot. It was formerly located downtown and in a kiosk at Miller Hill Mall. The store specializes in cosmetics made from natural ingredients, that customers can…
DULUTH, Minn.- This winter’s unseasonably warm temperatures have left Lake Superior almost entirely without ice. According to experts at the National Weather Service, less than 5% of the lake is covered so far, while at this time last year 40% of the lake was covered. While less ice may make the water seem warmer, experts said that it’s still icy…
CLOQUET, Minn.- A presentation on refugee resettlement at the Fond Du Lac Tribal and Community College sparked a bit of controversy Thursday. The presentation focused on explaining “all the facts” about refugee resettlement, while some people in attendance said what they’re doing is wrong. The meeting at the college Thursday was not a part of any established group, but was…
CARLTON, Minn. – Are you having cabin fever and looking for some fun to let loose? The City of Carlton’s Winterfest has got you covered this weekend. Visitors can take part in a variety of activities such as open hockey at the Four Season’s Sports Complex Arena in Carlton. There is even a mini Hook and Slice course, which is…
CLOQUET, Minn. – The Fond Du Lac Tribal and Community College in Cloquet hosted its 4th Annual Nursing and Healthcare Career Expo. More than 30 employers representing different nursing and healthcare fields participated in the event. Current Fond Du Lac College and area high school students had the chance to explore those fields and learn what jobs are available around…
BARNUM, Minn. – The Barnum School District could potentially need to cut nearly $750,000 from its budget for the next school year. This financial concern comes after the school board was presented with options to help reduce expenses within the school district during Tuesday’s board meeting. The $750,000 in cuts is just a recommendation for now. But the need to…
DULUTH, Minn. – The City of Duluth has launched a new podcast. The MuniciPals podcast is described as a “monthly podcast which aims to highlight different city departments and divisions as well as issues facing Duluth.” The podcast is hosted by the city’s Communications and Policy Officer Phil Jents as well as the Community Relations Officer Alicia Kozlowski. We’ve got…
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Another six people have died from the flu in Minnesota. The Department of Health’s latest Influenza Activity Report says as of February 1, 42 deaths have been associated with the flu this season. That’s up from 36 as of the previous week. Only one of those deaths has been to someone under 18 years old and…
TWO HARBORS, Minn. – The annual Two Harbors Winter Frolic event officially kicks off today, February 6. This year’s event started with a medallion hunt at the Two Harbors Dairy Queen and a sliding hill at the Curling Club. On Friday attendees can partake in a community curling challenge followed by a restaurant chili cook-off. Event organizers say the Winter…
DULUTH, Minn. — In this weeks Cooking Connection Fox 21’s Brittney Merlot features Texas Roadhouses potato skin appetizers, paired with a fruity mixed drink. Learn how to cook your own potato skins and mix your own Jamaican Cowboy at home! Categories: Community, Cooking Connection, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News Tags: Cooking Connection, Jamaican Cowboy, Local Appetizers, Meteorologist Brittney…
DULUTH, Minn.– After a year and a half of updates and renovations, UMD has re-opened its ice rink. The rink opened in January after undergoing renovations that started in the summer of 2018. The $3.6 million project updated the rink’s heating, ventilation, cooling, and refrigeration systems. UMD students have spent the past month using the rink to make up for…
DULUTH, Minn. – Movies like ‘North Country’ and ‘Iron Will’ were shot right here in the Northland. And according to media professionals, more producers want to bring their projects here. “We have some of the most talented people in the United States if not in the world, we have scenery that is unmatched,” said Steven Sanders of Ironbound Studios. In…
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Minn. – The St. Louis County Sheriff’s office says an error led to a false evacuation alert sent to a portion of St. Louis County early Wednesday morning. “A double error from the state Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HSEM) Division has led to confusion and concern in Floodwood and several other communities. There is no evacuation…
ITASCA COUNTY, Minn. – A pedestrian was struck and killed on Highway 46 in Alvwood Township around 9:12 p.m. Tuesday. According to the Minnesota State Patrol, the man was standing near a southbound vehicle that was stalled in the traffic lane when he was struck by a southbound GMC Sierra pickup. The man suffered fatal injuries and died at the…
DULUTH, Minn. – The generosity from customers at both Whole Foods Co-op locations in Duluth has helped raise more than $11,000 for the local organization Life House. On Tuesday, at the Denfeld Location, Co-op staff presented the large check to representatives from Life House. For the whole month of January, Co-op customers have been rounding up the cost of their…
DULUTH, Minn. – “People are getting them. You just can’t go wherever you want right now,” Marine General Sales Manager, Rob Hering says. With the higher than average temperatures for this time of year, ice fisherman have to be cautious before dropping a line. “You can get out there, but you’re not pulling a truck or pulling your crank down,”…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Coast Guard here in Duluth is warning the public to be aware of the thin ice on Lake Superior. The coast guard has three boats which are used for such occasions. Historically, all of them are winterized by December. This year, however, they have one boat still remaining because of the amount of open water and…
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Duluth Mayor Emily Larson attended the 2020 State of the Union as the guest of U.S. Sen. Tina Smith (DFL-Minnesota). Larson told us before the President’s speech she thinks this is a great opportunity for her to talk with national officials about issues that are important to Duluth. “We’re talking about the St. Louis River corridor, we’re…
DULUTH, Minn. – State-elected officials and local leaders came together, at the CHUM food shelf in Duluth, for a legislature send-off to discuss the needs and issues impacting the community. Clergy and community organization directors were among those at the table with state leaders hoping to come up with longterm solutions. The legislature send-off has been happening for several years….
DULUTH, Minn. – Now that there is a break from a significant snowstorm, the City of Duluth is asking residents to remove snow and ice blocking their gas meters and exhaust vents used for furnaces or dryers. The extra snow from this year has caused damage to meters and forced other equipment to not function properly because of the lack…
COTTAGE GROVE, Minn. (AP) – Prosecutors have charged a Minnesota police officer with sexually touching female students while hugging them at a suburban high school where he was a school resource officer. Forty-year-old Adam Pelton of River Falls, Wisconsin, was charged Monday with three counts of second-degree criminal sexual conduct and four counts of fourth-degree sexual conduct. Pelton is accused…
DULUTH, Minn. – Many Northlanders find themselves cooped up throughout the winter months, but one local organization is looking to promote activity with people powered modes of transportation year-round. Zeitgeist is proud to present the annual Winter Bike Week February 5 – 15. Currently, Zeitgeist’s active transportation coordinator, Shawna Mullen, is in Joensuu, Finland for the 8th Annual Winter Cycling Congress…
DULUTH, Minn.- After 10 months of 12 meetings, the Duluth Police Policy Working Group presented its Protective Gear Policy to Duluth Police Chief Mike Tusken, with the public having the chance to share their questions and concerns. The Policy Working Group consisted of 20 members from groups including the Duluth Citizen Review Board, Duluth NAACP, Homeless Persons Bill of Rights,…
DULUTH, Minn. – Two Northland communities could win a new outdoor rink with the “Our Ice Outdoor Ice Rink” competition. Both Hermantown and Duluth have a rich hockey heritage and now, the two cities are in the mix with six other cities in Minnesota to receive a new hockey rink. The Minnesota Wild and U.S Bank have teamed up with…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Polar Bear Plunge is Feb. 15 with a new plunge location at the end of Park Point across from the Beach House. The plunge has typically been held behind Endion Station in Canal Park, but construction of the Lakewalk got in the way this year. Pre-plunge check in is on Friday, Feb. 14 from 5…
DULUTH, Minn. — With temperatures around 40 degrees on Sunday, the city of Duluth closed the ice skating rink at Bayfront Park. Puddles of water could be seen on the ice on Sunday. The rink will reopen later in the week after colder air moves in and the rink freezes over, according to city officials. The public is being asked…
Tom Bakk MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Minnesota state Sen. Susan Kent defeated longtime Sen. Tom Bakk in an election for the leadership of the DFL Senate caucus. The two-term member from Woodbury was elected Senate DFL Minority Leader on Saturday, toppling longtime Iron Range leader to become the first woman ever to lead the caucus. Susan Kent The 32-member caucus is…
DULUTH, Minn. – Valuable parts are being stolen out of parked cars in Duluth’s Lincoln Park neighborhood. The recent trend is creating a financial burden for a local community club that relies on the use of vehicles to serve kids in Duluth. The Boys and Girls Club in Lincoln Park is the victim of that recent trend to steal car…
DULUTH, Minn. – Many pizza shops in Duluth are gearing up for the big game this Sunday. Lee’s Pizza in Lincoln Park has already started making extra dough and slicing fresh mozzarella to prepare for the Super Bowl rush. Staff says the big day wouldn’t be the same without pizza and they are happy to give the customers what they…
DULUTH, Minn. – As winter rolls on, the City of Duluth is reminding residents to think ahead before problems occur. The City says due to an increase in snow and ice-related issues this season involving gas metering equipment, they’re asking residents to make sure gas meters, furnace, boiler, and dryer vents are clear of ice and snow. This preventative action…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Gary New Duluth Development Alliance takes great pride in celebrating “I Love to Read” Month. For the past five years, board member Fran Morris and her team have organized an event inviting students from nearby Stowe Elementary School in Gary New Duluth to make way to the Gary New Duluth Rec Center to pick out a…
DULUTH, Minn. – If you could choose any neighborhood to live in in Duluth, Park Point is one of the most desirable. A beautiful six-mile isle on Lake Superior, there’s no better place to be close to the water in the city. However, in recent years, Duluthians who are living on Park Point are battling the power of Lake Superior…
CLOQUET, Minn. – Cloquet’s new city administrator is settling into his role after being selected for the job back in November. Tim Peterson, who officially took over a little more than two weeks ago, comes to Cloquet with a wide range of experience. He previously held the title of City Administrator for Moose Lake. Before taking the role in Moose…
CARLTON, Minn. – Carlton County is seeking nearly $40 million from local option sales tax to build a new jail. This comes after an aging facility and the growing inmate population is creating a need for more space. It has caught the attention of the Minnesota Department of Corrections, which is recommending the facility close its doors if a solution…
DULUTH, Minn. – CHUM has received a major boost in funding for its warming shelters. Last year, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz announced more than four-million dollars will be given out to a variety of non-profit groups to help battle homelessness. CHUM will be getting more than one-hundred thousand dollars of that grant money. It will allow local warming centers in…
PROCTOR, Minn. – The 21st Annual Blackwoods Blizzard Tour kicked off Thursday morning in Proctor. Over 200 snowmobilers will spend the next few days raising money for ALS. Thursday night, the group will be traveling to Fortune Bay, then back down to Two Harbors on Friday and finally to Proctor on Saturday. “It’s the largest fundraiser for ALS in the…
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Mayor Emily Larson will attend the State of the Union Address in Washington, D.C. on February 4 as the guest of U.S. Senator Tina Smith. The announcement was made Thursday morning in a press release from Senator Smith’s office: “Duluth was my first stop after becoming Senator for Minnesota, and I’m so glad Mayor Larson has…
(courtesy: cbp.gov) INTERNATIONAL FALLS, Minn. – U.S. Customers and Border Protection officers seized 42,390 pieces of drug paraphernalia on January 10 at the International Falls Port of Entry, according to a recent press release. The officers targeted a rail container that was set to arrive in Ranier and say the paraphernalia had an estimated domestic value of $467,372. “While CBP’s…
(courtesy: Minnesota Lottery) COON RAPIDS, Minn. (FOX 9) – A group of 28 coworkers in Coon Rapids, Minnesota, are celebrating after they claimed a $1 million Powerball prize Tuesday afternoon. According to a release from the Minnesota Lottery, the ticket was purchased by Dustin Uran of Minneapolis. Uran usually buys the tickets for his lottery pool, “Team APG.” He later learned that the ticket was…
DULUTH, Minn. – The American Indian Community Housing Organization’s (AICHO) Indigenous First Art and Gift Shop is hosting an inaugural art exhibit opening featuring local artist Samuel J. Zimmerman. Zimmerman’s exhibit is called “The Journey Home – Chapter 2.” The opening is taking place Friday, January 31, from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. AICHO is located at 202 West 2nd Street…
