Minnesota

Duluth Prepares For Phase Three Of The Lakewalk Reconstruction Project

"We want people to understand we are open for business," said Canal Park Business Association President Matt Baumgartner.

DULUTH, Minn. – After three major storms in 2017 and 2018 violently destroyed sections of the Lakewalk, the City of Duluth has been working to restore the damage done. The city is now preparing for phase three of the reconstruction project, estimated to cost $15 million, which is being funded by FEMA. The City of Duluth has been planning the…

Drivers On I-35 Receive A Reminder To Go Vote

Drivers heading north and south on I-35 in Duluth were given a reminder to go out and cast their ballot for the Minnesota primary. Hanging out on the overpass a couple of people held signs and even gave a few waves to cars passing by. Some drivers even honked their horns to show their support. One man says its important…

DTA Launches New Free Downtown Bus Line

The Duluth Transit Authority has launched it’s new free bus route servicing downtown. The new circulator, known as the “DuLooper” will run every 15 minutes… It will travel from 10th Avenue East to 6th Avenue West between Michigan Street and Superior Street. The hope for the new service is to give more people better access to downtown especially as the…

UMD Students Speak On The Importance Of Hitting The Polls For The Primary

DULUTH, Minn. – About half the voting population is represented by young voters, including college students. With the 2020 presidential election inching closer, the local primary elections are an opportunity for students to begin exercising their right to vote. Like many college campuses, the University of Minnesota Duluth has students with various ideas and opinions on political issues that may…

Models Hit the Runway at Women’s Expo Fashion Show

DULUTH, Minn. – Thousands of people packed the DECC this weekend for the annual Women’s Expo, and the fashion show was another hit. Former B105 radio personality Cathy Kates and FOX 21’s Dan Hanger emceed the show again this year featuring fashion designs from local retailers. FOX 21’s Alexandra Burnley and Brittney Merlot were some of the models hitting the…

UMD Hosts Third Annual Sustainability Education Summit

DULUTH, Minn. – The University of Minnesota Duluth hosted its third annual Sustainability Education Summit. It’s an opportunity for professionals and students to share ideas. They also learn how the topic of sustainability could be incorporated into classes. UMD’s Sustainability Coordinator says it’s important to have these discussions to help give a better understanding of the topic, which often can…

Duluth Fire Department Rescues Deer From Lester River

  DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Fire Department came to the rescue of a deer that fell into Lester River Friday afternoon. The Department’s six engine crew responded to the call of a deer in distress in the river. Firefighters were able to rescue the deer by throwing a lasso around its neck and pulling it out of the water….

Free Culinary Boot Camp Helps Superior Residents Gain Skills

The free course is sponsored by the Nortwest Wisconsin Workforce Investment Board.

SUPERIOR, Wis. – this week about a dozen Superior residents tested out their cooking skills during a free, two-week culinary boot camp. The class focuses more on food safety, which is critical in many commercial kitchens. The group is learning basic skills like the proper way to use knives. Each day the culinary students also learn how to make different…

High Water Levels In The Great Lakes Could Delay Shipping

Lake to lake shipping is not expected to be impacted in the Twin Ports.

DULUTH, Minn. – High lake levels on Lake Ontario are pushing back the start of the international shipping season. The lake’s locks will now open in April rather than the end of March. In the Twin Ports, officials tell us the delay is not expected to have any short term impacts on the Duluth-Superior port. Although, potential high water levels…

Young Girl Partners With A Local Radio Station To Collect Cards For Kids Battling Cancer

DULUTH, Minn. – Cancer may be one of the hardest things any child or a family would ever endure. knowing this hardship, little Evy Keppers who started the organization “Fighting for Friends” says by partnering with Life 97. 3 she’s hopeful something as little as a homemade card can uplift the spirits of kids going through the tough battle. Every…

St. Scholastica Students Raise Money For Nursing Scholarships

DULUTH, Minn. – St. Scholastica students had the day off to participate in the college’s bi-annual community day. Some students stopped by Christ Lutheran Church to make pasties for a student fundraiser. Half of the crew prepped while the others filled the dough for more than 500 pasties. All proceeds raised from the sales will help fund scholarships for St….

The Cathedral School in Superior Celebrates Mardi Gras

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Students at the Cathedral School in Superior celebrated Mardi Gras during their annual carnival. A few lucky kids had the fun job of smashing a pie in Superior Mayor Jim Paine’s face. They also got to play games like fishing for prizes and mini-golf. The annual Mardi Gras Carnival is one of the school’s biggest fundraisers. Organizers…