All the Buzz in the Northland this Weekend (6/9)
NORTHLAND — If you wanna know all the buzz this weekend, here’s a list of events swarming through the Northland. Categories: News, News – Latest News, News Update
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Downtown Duluth Annual Flower Planting Helps Beautify The Streets
DULUTH, Minn. — Well, if you’re in Canal Park or Downtown Duluth you may see an extra pop of color. That’s because Downtown Duluth held its annual flower planting. Volunteers came out to help plant more than 60 streetscape planters over the past 2 days. The clean and safe team will then maintain them throughout the summer. The president of…
Powerhouse Bar Hosts Bike Night
PROCTOR, Minn. — Nice weather is here to stay as summer is quickly approaching, which means that motorcycles are hitting the road again. Proctor was the place to be Thursday night for bikers as the popular Powerhouse Bar hosted their well-known Bike Night. Every Thursday night the bar parking lot is filled with the sound of classic motorcycles revving up….
Fox Along the North Shore: Temperance River State Park
SCHROEDER, Minn — If you are looking for a place to camp this summer, there is enough to do and see at Temperance River State Park to keep you busy for a few days. On the other hand, if you are just passing through and looking for somewhere to stop for an hour, there is still plenty to satisfy your…
Uncovering The Joys Of Mushroom Hunting
DULUTH, Minn. — A former mushroom hater turned expert mycologist, and we’re joining them now into the woods to uncover the joys of mushroom hunting. If you’d like to take a guided hike to find the fungus, click here. Categories: Business, Community, Great Outdoors, News, News – Latest News
Duluth’s ‘Anchors End Tattoo’ To Anchor In Former Electric Fetus Building
DULUTH, Minn. – It’s been two years since the Electric Fetus closed in downtown Duluth after serving the music community for 33 years. And now, the space is getting a new tenant with a decades-long history in the city itself. Anchors End Tattoo & Piercing is moving into the prime real estate on the corner of Lake Avenue and East…
Donald Trump Says He’s Been Indicted On Charges Of Mishandling Classified documents
MIAMI (AP) — Former President Donald Trump and his aides are bracing for a potential indictment in the classified documents investigation as prosecutors handling the probe were spotted Thursday at a Miami courthouse where a grand jury has been hearing from witnesses. The former president’s lawyers have been told he is a target of the investigation, the clearest indication yet…
Chum 2 Go Delivers Food To Those In Need
DULUTH, MINN. — In this day and age where you can have just about anything delivered straight to your door, Chum has begun delivering food to those in need. There are really two separate Chum programs. One delivers right to a person’s door, while the other program brings boxes to a set point and people come to the Chum van…
Free Summer Breakfast and Lunch Meals for Kids in Duluth
DULUTH, MINN. — The school year is over for students in the Duluth School District and the students are now just kids. They’re looking forward to the lazy days of summer. The kids won’t need to worry about breakfasts and lunches. The Duluth School District will be providing those meals free to all kids at six schools. The meals…
Chalk Art Series In Duluth Parks
DULUTH, Minn. — A Twin Ports chalk artist is bringing her flair to Duluth’s public parks, with a historic twist. Merritt Park in West Duluth is the first location in a series of Arrowhead Regional Arts Council funded murals by Annmarie Geniusz. This mural features two prominent members of the Merritt family, whom the park is named after. The park…
Newest Taco Bell On London Road In Duluth Ready To Open
DULUTH, Minn. — The new Taco Bell located on the corner of London Road and 21st Avenue East has an official opening date. It’s been about 6 years in the making, but it will be opening June 21. And Border Foods, the Minnesota-based franchisee of Taco Bell just has a few things left to do such as put a few…
Coffee Conversation: Mental Health Benefits of Diaphragmatic Breathing
DULUTH, Minn. — The act of breathing is a natural process of the human body, but implementing diaphragmatic breathing with a focus on deep, controlled breaths, can help relax the mind and body in times of tension or crisis. Owner and Coach at Klear Water Coaching & Wellness Stacy Crawford joined FOX21 on the morning newscast to talk more about…
10 Year Anniversary Of Angel of Hope Memorial Happening Sunday
DULUTH, Minn. — It’s been 10 years since the Angel of Hope Memorial has been around, which is a place for parents who have lost their children to grieve and remember them. And in honor of the memorial a candle-light vigil is being held Sunday. The memorial first started when a group of 5 families got together and thought about…
Madeline Kingsbury’s Ex-Partner Arrest; Body Found
WINONA, Minn. (FOX 9) – The ex-partner of Madeline Kingsbury and the father of her children has been arrested on a murder charge as police say they have found a body. Adam Fravel was booked into Winona County Jail just after 7 p.m. Wednesday, hours after human remains were found in some brush off Highway 43 Wednesday afternoon by a Fillmore County deputy. The…
KornerStores, Inc. Eyes Historic Telephone Exchange Building In Gary
GARY, Minn. — A historic telephone exchange building in the heart of Duluth’s Gary neighborhood could soon be the new home of a Gary-based company that’s looking to grow beyond the Northland but keep its roots where they are for years to come. The building is the former Northwestern Bell Telephone Company located at 1202 101st Ave. West. The company…
Lake Superior School District Celebrates Groundbreakings
TWO HARBORS, Minn.–“We hear a lot of things across the country about school boards that are dysfunctional,” said Superintendent Jay Belcasto. “I think ours is very functional. The time and commitment they put in on behalf of the students to ensure we now got a 21st century learning experience.” The Lake Superior School District broke ground Wednesday at its schools…
Mural To Be Added to Rotunda At St. Louis County Depot
DULUTH, MINN. – Beginning next week, local artist Adam Swanson will be installing his mural of pollinators on the rotunda at the St. Louis County Depot. Adam Swanson has been working on this project for more than two months. It is a mural of pollinators, meaning a lot of butterflies. He is interested in the environment and the need to…
Violent Offender Arrested In Duluth
Courtesy: Trevor Rowley DULUTH, Minn. — The Lake Superior Violent Offender Task Force, with the help of Duluth Police arrested a convicted felon who they say was in possession of a loaded firearm and drugs. According to the Duluth Police Department it happened near 2nd Avenue East and 3rd Street around noon Wednesday. A Fox21 viewer, Trevor Rowley captured the…
Pence Opens Presidential Bid With Denunciation Of Trump Over Jan. 6 Insurrection And Abortion
ANKENY, Iowa (AP) — Former Vice President Mike Pence opened his bid for the Republican nomination for president Wednesday with a firm denunciation of former President Donald Trump, accusing his two-time running mate of abandoning conservative principles and being guilty of dereliction of duty on Jan. 6, 2021. Pence, launching his campaign in a suburb of Des Moines, became the first vice president in…
Local Construction Company Gives $11k To Northern Lights Foundation
DULUTH, Minn. — Adolfson & Peterson Construction held a check presentation Tuesday after raising $11,000 to give to a local organization. They raised the money by hosting its second annual charity bean bag tournament. The money was given to the Northern Lights Foundation, which is a charity that eases financial stress on families with children who have life-threatening illnesses. The…
Duluth Police Department’s Bike Patrol Unit Receives New Additions
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Police Department’s Bike Patrol Unit is now riding in style with some new additions. They are 6 Cannondale Tesoro e-bikes that provide peddle assistance and can last about a whole day of getting around town. The police department received a grant to fund the bikes costing about $4,000 each. These new bikes will make it…
Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank’s Annual “Fill-A-Truck, Feed-A-Family” Food and Fund Drive Happening this Week
DULUTH, Minn — During the month of May, the food shelf at Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank saw a record number of people seeking food assistance. As Northland schools start coming to an end this week, the need is only expected to increase as many children will no longer have access to federally subsidized breakfast and lunch. To help…
KQDS-TV, Forum Communications Pending Purchase Dissolves
(FOX 21) – We have an update involving the pending purchase of our television station, KQDS-TV, and our sister station, KVRR-TV in Fargo. After 18 months, the proposed agreement with Forum Communications has fallen through. Our parent company, Red River Broadcasting, and Forum, which owns the Duluth News Tribune, had not received approval on the deal from the Federal Communications…
Army Corps Pulls Key Permit For Copper-Nickel Mine Near Hoyt Lakes
A key permit for a proposed copper-nickel mine near Hoyt Lakes, known as the NorthMet Project, has been revoked by the Army Corps of Engineers. The announcement was made Tuesday in a 27-page report. The Army Corps said the proposed mine “does not ensure compliance with water quality requirements of the Fond du Lac band of Lake Superior Chippewa.” NewRange…
Duluth Public Library Kicking Off Community Outreach
DULUTH, Minn. — Book worms, library regulars, and future library goers had the chance to share their ideas and thoughts about the upcoming upgrades to the Duluth Public library downtown branch. Tuesday evening the library kicked off its first step in its community outreach program with an open house. City and library officials were at the event to directly hear…
Enbridge’s Line 5 Pipeline Faces Protests Again
SUPERIOR, WISC. – “We can all feel very confident that is the safest way. That’s why we’ve got a 99.99 safety record,” said Mark Graul of the Wisconsin Jobs & Energy Coalition. The group consists of labor, business, and agricultural groups, made a stop at the Enbridge facility in Superior. The group was formed last year and is visiting cities…
Mall Of America Shooting: Man Pleads Guilty For Firing Shots Inside Nike Store After Dispute
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – The man accused of firing a gun several times inside a Nike store at Mall of America after a fight last summer pleaded guilty in court on Tuesday. Shamar Alon Ramon Lark, 21, was charged with second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon, intentional discharge of a firearm that endangers safety and carrying a pistol in public without a permit. He…
Knowing Your Neighbors: Proctor Speedway
PROCTOR, Minn. — One of the Northland’s premier racetracks is back open for the season. And it’s got some history and a community like no other. This week’s Knowing Your Neighbors is at the Proctor Speedway. Categories: Business, Community, News, News – Latest News
PGA Tour And European Tour Agree To Merge With Saudis And End LIV Golf Feud
(AP) — The PGA Tour ended its expensive fight with Saudi Arabia’s golf venture and now is joining forces with it, making a stunning announcement Tuesday of a merger that creates a commercial operation with the Public Investment Fund and the European tour. As part of the deal, the sides immediately are dropping all lawsuits involving LIV Golf. From the…
Hummingbird Feeders At Lake Superior Art Glass
DULUTH, Minn. — If Cinderella can have glass slippers, you can have your very own glass hummingbird feeder thanks to Lake Superior Art Glass. The glass-blowing experience in Canal Park is happening through the month of July. You don’t have to be an expert either. Skilled artists work with you to customize your very own feeder. You can choose the…
Coffee Conversation: Musician Rafe Carlson Embarks on Tour in Northland
DULUTH, Minn. — Local Musician Rafe Carlson is back in the Northland, after spending time in Nashville for the past several months furthering his career in music. He’s set to take the stage at multiple venues across the region as part of his June tour. Carlson joined FOX21 on the morning newscast to talk about his time in Nashville and…
Chum’s Annual Rhubarb Festival Coming Up, Pie Preordering Available
DULUTH, Minn. — Chum’s annual Rhubarb Festival is just a few short weeks away. The non-profit puts on this fun-filled day to raise funds to keep serving those experiencing homelessness and poverty. The festival features all things rhubarb and this year it is taking place at Stella Maris Academy on June 24. Now, Chum is offering a new option to…
YWCA to Launch ‘Gender Equity Project’
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth YWCA is launching its first-ever gender equity project to help young women become stronger leaders in their community. Young women, trans-gender, and non-binary people ages 16 to 24 can apply for the program that will kick off later this year. YWCA’S director says that twice a month the members will meet for group activities and learn…
Restoration Project To Revive Forest Along St. Louis River Underway
DULUTH, Minn. — A restoration project is underway to revive forest along the St. Louis River that’s dying from an Emerald Ash Borer outbreak from a decade ago. The work is happening along the shorelines and islands in the upper St. Louis River Estuary. Crews are preparing to plant 60,000 tree seedlings over the next three years. The Lake Superior…
Inside ‘The Njord’ – A New Duluth Luxury Vacation Rental With A Nordic View
DULUTH, Minn. — One of Duluth’s oldest buildings has been restored and remodeled into one of the city’s newest luxury vacation rentals. And Lake Superior is front and center from every window on every floor. “This is The Njord. The Njord is the Nordic God of water and seafaring. And so I think, fittingly, we named the building that because…
Record Breaking Fundraiser For ALS Fishing Tournament
DULUTH, Minn. — The Kolar Toyota ALS Fishing Tournament was a success Saturday with a record-breaking fundraising amount raised. The event raised over $284,000. This year adaptive fishing equipment was provided for those afflicted by the disease to be able to fish. 103 boats were on the water at Island Lake and more teams competed virtually. Organizers say all money…
Former Vice President Pence Files Paperwork Launching 2024 Presidential Bid In Challenge To Trump
NEW YORK (AP) — Former Vice President Mike Pence filed paperwork on Monday declaring his campaign for president in 2024, setting up a challenge to his former boss, Donald Trump, just two years after their time in the White House ended with an insurrection at the U.S. Capitol and Pence fleeing for his life. Pence, the nation’s 48th vice president, will formally launch…
Sun Country Airlines And Landline Extend Promotion For Free Transportion To MSP
DULUTH, Minn. — Sun Country Airlines and Landline have extended their promotion providing free transportation to and from Duluth from MSP. Officials said in a press release that the popularity of the “Duluth to MSP for No Fee” has risen. Sun Country will now waive the fee on connections through December 15, 2023. And to get the deal you will…
Three Bodies Recovered In Iowa Building Collapse; Lawsuit Accuses City And Owners Of Negligence
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — The bodies of three men have been removed from the site of a collapsed six-story apartment building, the police chief in Davenport, Iowa, announced Monday. “We don’t have any other information at this time that there are any additional people missing,” Chief Jeff Bladel said. One of the residents injured in the collapse of an…
No Survivors Found After Plane That Flew Over DC And Led To Fighter Jet Scramble Crashes In Virginia
WASHINGTON (AP) — A wayward and unresponsive business plane that flew over the nation’s capital Sunday afternoon caused the military to scramble a fighter jet before the plane crashed in Virginia, officials said. The fighter jet caused a loud sonic boom that was heard across the capital region. Hours later, police said rescuers had reached the site of the plane…
Duluth’s Salvation Army In Need Of Donations For Food Shelf
DULUTH, Minn. — The Salvation Army in West Duluth held a fundraiser Friday for their food shelf as it has run out of money. They called it “Donut to the Food Shelf” and passed out 365 free donuts, for every day they are open, as well as free coffee. Federal funding for the program was cut to less than half….
Church Hosts Blessing of the Bikes
SUPERIOR, Wis.–According to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, on average, 80 motorcyclists lose their life a year due to traffic accidents. In Superior, one church’s ceremony blessed bikers for a safe riding season as well as honoring the lives lost within the last year. Motorcycle fatalities have only gone up in Wisconsin in recent years. For those that attend the…
A Hoot and A Holler, ‘Always, Patsy Cline’
DULUTH, Minn.–If you’re looking for a real hoot and a holler, the musical ‘Always, Patsy Cline’ is on for four more shows at the Spirit of The North Theatre in Fitger’s. This is Boat Club Productions 2nd show of their second season of plays at Fitgers. ‘Always, Patsy Cline’ is a tribute to the legendary country singer who died at…
Maker’s Market at Earth Rider Brewery
SUPERIOR, Wis.–Earth Rider Brewery in Superior hosted a Maker’s Market that’s all about promoting local artists in the Twin Ports. People could enjoy eighteen different booths on the brewery’s Fest Field. Paintings, prints, woodcarvings, soap, plants and a whole lot more all for sale. We caught up with artist Anna Kidd who recently moved to the Twin Ports area from…
CHUM Celebrates 50 years with ‘Interfaith Service of Thanksgiving’
DULUTH, Minn.–Fifty years ago, Chum established themselves in the Central Hillside of Duluth and have seen themselves only expand into the largest defense for those struggling with homelessness and poverty. Volunteers, leaders, and community members were invited to the First United Methodist Church on Sunday to acknowledge their accomplishments over the years, like opening up their first warming centers over…
‘Girls On The Run Minnesota’ Hosts 5K In Duluth
Courtesy: Girls On The Run DULUTH, Minn. – The weather was perfect for a 5K in Duluth Sunday with Girls On The Run Minnesota. The race along the Lakewalk caps off a 10-week program for girls from Lowe Elementary, Myers-Wilkins Elementary, Laura MacArthur Elementary, Bayview in Proctor and Great Expectations in Grand Marais. Girls On The Run Minnesota is all…
Man Rescued After Falling Off Duluth Cliff Along Lake Superior
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth firefighters rescued a man who fell around 20 feet off a cliff along Lake Superior. The rescue happened Sunday afternoon along the 7800 block of Congdon Boulevard. The man, who is in his 70s, reportedly slipped from a trail’s edge before falling. Bystanders called 911. “6 Engine, 4 Quint, and 1 Engine were able to locate,…
LSC Presents ‘Saturday’s at the Farm’ Reoccurring Event
DULUTH, Minn. — On Saturday, a new outdoor adventure kicked off at Lake Superior College; packed with all things dirt and farming. ‘Saturdays at the Farm’ will be taking place weekly under the sun at the Eco3 Urban Farm at LSC. The open house event was filled with all kinds of activities for those with a green thumb. Kids and…
Fifth Annual Duluth Monarch Festival
DULUTH, Minn. — A festival was held in Duluth on Saturday to spread awareness of the endangered monarch butterfly species and help increase their habitat. Not only was the festival packed with fun activates related to the beautiful animals, like face painting and crafts, but there was a lot to learn about monarchs. Plants and seeds were available to give…
ALS Fishing Tournament: Casting for a Cure
DULUTH, Minn. — Saturday’s forecast made for mint fishing conditions, but over at Island Lake, fisherman were reeling for a much deeper purpose. The Kolar Toyota ALS Fishing Tournament overtook the waters, competitors there casting for a cure. The event is held to benefit individuals living with ALS and their families. ALS is a progressive neuro-degenerative disease that affects the…
