INTERNATIONAL FALLS, Minn. — A historic bandshell in the City of International Falls caught fire Sunday afternoon, and appears to be a total loss. There’s been no word yet on what caused the flames or the official extent of its damage, but a Facebook post from Mayor Harley Droba states, “all city staff are safe, however it seems the building…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Hantz family announced Sunday that their decades-long run as operators of A & Dubs in Duluth’s Lincoln Park neighborhood was over. The beloved seasonal business on the 3100 block of West 3rd Street has been a staple in the community since 1950. Syl and Sandy Hantz have owned the business since 1978. They posted on…
DULUTH, Minn. — A longtime Duluth store and play space for toddlers has announced it’s closing next month. Little Neetchers is located in the Enger Lofts building on West Superior Street in Lincoln Park. The business has been around for 14 years. It moved to its current location in October 2021. Owner Joy Herbert posted on social media Sunday…
BCA photo CLOQUET, Minn. — The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) has provided an update on the disappearance of Peter Martin, a member of the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa. Peter Martin The BCA posted photos on social meeting Friday that showed crime scene investigators at a house in Cloquet as part of their efforts to…
DULUTH, Minn. – The city of Duluth is hosting two public meetings this week involving lead water service lines and upcoming projects to replace them in the lower Lincoln Park and Gary neighborhoods. The first meeting is happening Monday at 6 p.m. at the Harrison Community Center The second meeting is Tuesday at 6 p.m. at the GND Rec Center….
DULUTH, Minn. – St. Louis County Commissioner Ashley Grimm has won the DFL endorsement over challenger and Duluth city councilor Janet Kennedy. Grimm said she won by a margin of 63 percent to 28 percent. The 3rd district commissioner has served on the county board since January 2021. In a statement Sunday, Grimm said her priorities for the next term…
DULUTH, Minn. — For six hours on Sunday, Grand Rapids-based artist Michelle Carlson was doing what she loves the most, sharing the Norwegian folk art style of rosemaling. She taught a class at the Duluth Folk School, taking beginner and novice rosemalers through the entire process. Carlson has spent thirty years on perfecting her craft, but the practice dates all…
DULUTH, Minn. — “Whether the weather is good, whether the weather is not good, Bockfest always goes one and today we’ve got the sun and it’s amazing,” said Tami Tanski-Sherman, Fitger’s Mall Manager. Bockfest is an authentic German beer festival and since 1995, Fitgers has been hosting its own Bockfest. The traditional festival welcomes in spring and many people celebrate at…
DULUTH, Minn. — One local company was doing some spring cleaning and decided to host a ‘garage sale’ to get its products out in the community. Loll Designs is a Duluth-based company that produces all kinds of outdoor furniture. The company held a large sale for the start of the season on Saturday. It was a big hit, and saw…
DULUTH, Minn. — The UMD Planetarium held its annual Astronomy Day Saturday to educate people about space and science. Many interacting activities and demonstrations were set up at the Planetarium. People could learn about the solar system and the upcoming solar eclipse and special glasses were given out for people to look at the eclipse. The Planetarium was also…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Mayor’s Reception Room at the Duluth City Hall got a makeover and one local artist is having her artwork displayed throughout the room. Kelly Schamberger is the featured artist whose paintings are now hanging in the reception room. Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert says the room is used for many meetings and he wanted to showcase talent…
DULUTH, Minn. — April is officially Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month in Minnesota and Duluth was full of blue today to support the cause. First Witness Child Advocacy Center encouraged the community to “Wear Blue” Friday in recognition of the month. Landmarks across the state are also lit up blue in support of the cause… including Duluth’s own Enger…
DULUTH, Minn. — A long-time winter event has returned to Duluth. This weekend, after a five-year absence, the Amsoil Snocross National is back. The snowmobiles are out in force and will be at Spirit Mountain through Sunday. You won’t have to be told that the Amsoil Snocross National races are in town. The roar of snowmobiles of all sizes will be…
DULUTH, Minn. — A one stop shop for all of your home, building, and gardening needs is taking place at the DECC this weekend. It is the 56th annual Arrowhead Home and Builders Show. The event is a place for the whole family to check out with seminars, face painting, Lumberjack Shows, and plenty of food and drinks. There are…
DULUTH, Minn. — Spring is in the air, and you might be eager to give your bike wheels a good spin. But… slow down! Experts say, it’s important to first make sure your bike is in prime condition. The University of Minnesota Duluth was the place to be on Thursday, April 4, for all things bike tune ups and repairs….
DULUTH, Minn. — A one-time Duluth ski coach is now federally indicted on charges of possessing 18,000 images and videos of child pornography. John Degelau, 27, was arrested and released Thursday after being arraigned in federal court. John Degelau Authorities said he used Adobe Photoshop to morph child pornography that he found online with other non-explicit images of minors. Authorities…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Minnesota Power is “disappointed” with the city of Superior after the council voted down the opportunity for a public hearing on the proposed Nemadji Trail Energy Center (NTEC). On Wednesday night, five of the nine city councilors voted to hold a public hearing. But the motion to approve needed six votes. This comes after the Superior Plan…
DULUTH, Minn. — The annual Fitger’s Bockfest kicked off Thursday evening with the blessing of the bock. It’s a traditional German-styled celebration of spring, and the fun goes all the way through Saturday evening in the Fitger’s Courtyard. On Friday beginning at 5 p.m., there’s a beer tent, entertainment and campfires. Then on Saturday, it’s the main event beginning at…
The Minnesota Department of Transportation is ready for summer road construction, and officials say get ready for road closures, lane changes, orange cones and a summer of endless stop and go. Thursday, MNDOT revealed plans for 23 projects in Northeastern Minnesota, extending from Hinckley to the Canadian border. “Highway 2 near Floodwood gets a long-needed mill and overlay,” said Andy…
ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Minn. –You wouldn’t think with the recent snowstorm we experienced that there would be a need to talk about Wildfire dangers. Woody Unruh, a meteorologist with the Duluth National Weather Service said, “New snowfall from last week’s major winter storm ranged from around 10 to 20 inches with around half an inch to one and a half…
Sexual assault and domestic and child abuse are issues that continue to plague communities. April is a month when advocates focus attention on the issue and the effort kicked off Wednesday at the Douglas County Government Center in Superior. It involved law enforcement, political leaders, educators, and those with the court system. The wide cross-section represented the message and the…
The festival started as a way to make sure audiences heard those untold stories and features filmmakers from right here in Duluth, and around the world. Seed of Doubt is directed by William J. Cox. It tells the story of a young couple’s world turning into paranoia and delusion. Cox wanted to create a psychological drama about gaslighting which is…
DULUTH, Minn. – A Chicago-based drug trafficking ring that’s been targeting the Duluth area has been broken up with eight members indicted by the feds, according to the United States Attorney’s Office District of Minnesota. The announcement was made Tuesday in Duluth by U.S. Attorney Andrew Luger. Duluth Police Chief Mike Ceynowa, St. Louis County Sheriff Gordon Ramsay and County…
DULUTH, Minn. — It is a welcome that never gets old. Tuesday, the first ocean-going vessel of the season received heart-felt greetings on a windy, wet and gray day. Inside the ship’s bridge, it was warmth and smiles as the captain and crew of the Barbro G were presented with everything Duluth and Superior. That included an endless flow of…
DULUTH, Minn. — Staff from Neighborhood Youth Services in Duluth say they have walked out for the second time in less than a year. They say it’s due to ongoing frustrations with the organization’s operator, the Family Freedom Center. The mission of Neighborhood Youth Services, or NYS, is to create a “safe and prosperous space for children and families.” The…
DULUTH, Minn. — It was a successful “Duluth Cheerios Challenge” over the past week. The challenge was dreamed up by locals in response to billionaire Kathy Cargill’s crude remarks to the Wall Street Journal that said Mayor Roger Reinert “peed in his cheerios” when he questioned her intentions about a slew of park point land purchases. Organized said the idea behind…
HIBBING, Minn. — A drug bust in Hibbing has ended with three people charged. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office said Jennifer Schostag, 48, of Anoka; Michael Peterson, 51, of Hibbing; and David Hoskins, 60, of Sandstone are charged with various first-degree sale and possession charges for methamphetamine and cocaine. The Lake Superior Violent Offender Task Force conducted the investigation…
DULUTH, Minn. — A Duluth man convicted of second-degree manslaughter and two cases of domestic assault within 10 years is back in jail facing three new serious charges. Police said Kyham Lavon Dunn, 30, was arrested Friday as he entered the porch of a home where a Domestic Abuse No Contact Order was in place. According to court documents, Dunn…
After sitting anchored in Lake Superior all weekend, she finally decided it was time to come in. The first saltwater vessel of the shipping season slowly made its way toward and through the Duluth shipping canal shortly before noon Monday morning. But first, the Barbro G had to head farther out in the lake and make a U-turn so it…
DULUTH, Minn. — A last-minute plan turned into a good turnout of volunteers on a mission to better their city. Twin Ports Trailer Trash announced it would be bringing its junk removal services to Canal Park on Monday. The company called upon volunteers to assist in the cleaning and were shocked by the turnout. The crews also worked on clearing…
DULUTH, Minn. – Twin Ports Trailer Trash is calling on volunteers to give back Monday by cleaning up Canal Park. The event is happening at 11 a.m. Volunteers are asked to meet at the parking lot by Canal Park Drive and Morse Street, which is across from Grandma’s Restaurant. The goal is to also clean up the Lakewalk. For every…
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DULUTH, Minn. — This was the scene for much of the weekend: two ships, side by side at BNSF Railway Dock 5 in Superior. On the left, the Burns Harbor. It arrived a week ago. The ship was fueled up and loaded with iron ore pellets, but remained at the dock. It wasn’t until the ship on the right, the…
DULUTH, Minn. — If you were out in enjoying the sun in Duluth today, you might have come across a springtime snow sculpture! Those passing by on 21st Avenue East can enjoy the latest rendition of a snowy tradition. This year’s sculpture features the Easter bunny, a basket, and the Statue of Liberty. Colorful balloons make up the Easter eggs…
DULUTH, Minn. — It was a hopping good time at the Lake Superior Zoo Saturday as it hosted its annual ‘EGG-stravaganza!’ Every year the zoo celebrates Easter and the welcoming of Spring, even though it may not look like it. Because of the recent snowfall, the zoo had to adapt and move the egg hunt indoors. Kids could also meet…
DULUTH, Minn. — A Catholic priest in Duluth accused of sexually abusing a minor has been removed from a list of credible claims and his duties will be restored after a Vatican investigation found the evidence against him to be insufficient, the Diocese of Duluth confirmed to FOX 21 Friday evening. Reverend William C. Graham was the pastor at St….
HERMANTOWN, Minn. — On Saturday, March 30, Marcus Lakes Cinema will transform into an Easter eggstravaganza. Hop on over to the family-fun event, featuring an Easter egg hunt, crafts and activities, and movies, including the films Migration and Hop. The keynote speaker, excuse me, the keynote carrot eater is none other than the Easter bunny (available for photo opportunities). “The…
People frustrated about the search effort for a missing man gathered outside Duluth’s FBI office Friday. Ironically, the group was not protesting the FBI–but rather–pushing the Fond du Lac tribal police department. Friends and supporters of 31-year-old Peter Martin say they want the tribal police department to ask for the FBI’s help in finding him. Friday marked three weeks since…
DULUTH, Minn – There’s a new place to have breakfast and brunch in Duluth and it opened just this morning. Locally owned Chilly Billy’s is still in the mall, but at its second location which moved to 1608 Woodland Avenue, it has added breakfast. The general manager of the new location, Amayah Littlewolf-Daoust has been involved in the restaurant business…
DULUTH, Minn. — Friday the Duluth Police Department recognized staff for their impact on the community during a Commendation Ceremony. Police officers and department employees gathered for the ceremony as many were honored for their exceptional service. Some staff members were recognized for promotions and leadership work, and others were honored with special awards, including ‘Police Officer of the Year,’…
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth Parks and Recreation had teams out earlier today at ski trails around the area, grooming the snow. According to the City of Duluth website, five trails had crews working on them. Magney Snively, Piedmont, Chester, Hartley, and Lester Trails were listed as “fair,” meaning minimal bare or icy spots. Some trails were only packed for skate…
DULUTH, Minn. — The “Duluth Cheerio Challenge” is gaining traction as boxes of the cereal are starting to pile up at the drop-off site at the Duluth Labor Temple. The “Cheerio Challenge” is in response to billionaire Kathy Cargill’s recent insult on the city, including Mayor Roger Reinert. She told the Wall Street Journal last weekend that he “peed in…
DULUTH, Minn. – GRAMMY-nominated hard rock legends Great White will be part of a trio of bands performing live at Black Bear Casino this Friday, March 29. Rock The Otter will also include Vince Neil and Quiet Riot. FOX 21 talked with Michael Lardie, guitarist for Great White, who explained what keeps the band thriving 40 years in the music…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Union Gospel Mission is in urgent need of blankets and is requesting donations as snow hits the Northland. The Union Gospel Mission says its blanket stock completely ran out during the winter storm, and with the warming center and Chum being frequently full, many have to resort to sleeping outside. So, the Mission is asking for…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Playhouse hosted a season reveal party to announce the lineup of its upcoming 2024-2025 season. While the current season at the Duluth Playhouse is still carrying on, newcomers and theater enthusiasts could get a jump start on their watching plans for the playhouse’s 110th season. The Playhouse says input from audience members helped during the…
DULUTH, Minn. — The city of Duluth’s multi-million dollar tourism marketing contract with a Twin Cities-based firm will expire at the end of the year. And now, newly elected Mayor Roger Reinert says he believes the contract should come back home. “I fundamentally believe as a Duluthian that we have the creative talents in our community to tell our own…
DULUTH, Minn. – Thursday, March 28, marks 30 years since a triple murder took the lives of three young men during a house party in Duluth’s Central Hillside neighborhood. And Thursday evening, a live public musical storytelling will happen at Zeitgeist’s Teatro Theatre to talk about the history, the music, the lives, the loss and the healing since that 1994…
Duluth, MN–Criminal charges have been dropped against a Duluth Edison elementary school teacher who had been accused of sexually assaulting a female student. His attorney said the allegations “were fake” and that he “never sexually assaulted anyone.” John Paul Horgeshimer, age 49, had been charged after a female student at Duluth Edison Charter Schools’ Raleigh Academy told her teacher that…
DULUTH, Minn. — Charles Nies has been named the tenth chancellor of the University of Minnesota Duluth. He is expected to start July 1 pending approval by the University’s Board of Regents at their May meeting. Dr. Nies has over 25 years of experience in higher education, most recently serving as the vice chancellor of student affairs at the University…
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth city councilors faced a full house at Monday night’s council meeting, with raw emotions pouring out from elected officials and residents for nearly three hours. At issue, was whether to pass a resolution supporting a quote “permanent ceasefire to prevent loss of human life in the Middle East.” Some councilors felt strongly to pass the resolution,…
