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Bayfield Up For Two USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards

January 27, 2023

KQDS Staff,

BAYFIELD, Wis. — Bayfield is receiving some special recognition as it is up for two USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. These awards are highlighting the town in the categories, “Best Coastal Small Town” and “Best Midwestern Small Town.” Bayfield is known for being right on Lake Superior offering lots of boating and fishing, as well as it’s close proximity…

Northland Happenings, Weekend of January 27, 2023

January 27, 2023

KQDS Staff,

If you’re looking for something to do this weekend in the Northland, Fox 21’s Maria Vollom has the rundown for you. Categories: News, News – Latest News, News Update

Lincoln Park Winter Farmers Market

January 27, 2023

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Lincoln Park Farmers market usually runs during the summer, but on Thursday vendors had a chance to take part in a Winter Market. It was held at the Harrison Community Center and featured ten vendors and three community organizations. Produce, candles, stickers, and jewelry were just some of the products for sale at the market. SNAP…

Coffee Conversation: Todd Eckart Previews Buddy Holly Benefit Concert

January 27, 2023

Maria Vollom,

DULUTH, Minn. — Local talent to gather and hold ‘A Tribute to the Music of Buddy Holly and the Late 50s’ benefit concert for the Duluth Armory on Sunday. Musician Todd Eckart joined FOX21 on the morning show to play some tunes and chat about the upcoming event. FOX21’s Dan Hanger will be the emcee for the night. Eckart and…

Incorrect Disposal of Rechargeable Batteries Leads to Garbage Truck Fire

January 27, 2023

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – Wednesday, a load of trash caught fire in one of Hartel’s Disposal trucks due to improper disposal of rechargeable batteries. The truck was in route to WLSSD’s transfer station when the driver noticed that the contents in the truck were on fire. The driver contacted the Fire Department who was then able to put out the fire…

Stauber Talks About U.S. Connection To Congo Child Labor For Mining After Order To Protect BWCAW

January 26, 2023

Alexandra Burnley,

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Republican Representative Pete Stauber (MN-08) said on Thursday that the Biden administration’s decision to section off 350-square miles of the Superior National Forest from mining projects for 20 years means that the U.S. could rely on child labor overseas. The decision was made due to environmental concerns of potential mining near the Rainy River Watershed close to…

Fun Outside As Preparations Are Underway For Lake Superior Ice Festival

January 26, 2023

Pat Brink,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — The annual Lake Superior Ice Festival begins Friday afternoon in Superior. The event takes place all over Barkers Island. Preparations for the two-day festival were underway Thursday afternoon. Crews were clearing snow away from parking areas, fire pits were being spread out and work was well underway for the Ice Carousel, always one of the highlights of…

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Damiano Center Hosts Community Event For Those In Need

January 26, 2023

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — Every October and January a community event is held as a one-stop-shop service for Northland members in need. Thursday, the Damiano Center hosted the Donna Howard Community Connect that involved local organizations such as Safe Haven, Life House, and the Salvation Army. They provided various free resources such as haircuts, hot meals, and help with getting warrants…

Duluth School District Working to Prevent Future Route Cancellations

January 26, 2023

Ken Slama,

DULUTH, Minn — Wednesday morning, the Duluth School District was forced to cancel bus routes on the west side of the district due to a staffing shortage. When bus drivers call out, the district reaches out to substitute bus drives as well as Voyager Bus who runs bus routes on the east side of the district. Voyager was unable to…

Superintendent Says Cherry School’s Noxious Smell Likely Fixed After Propane Leak

January 26, 2023

Alexandra Burnley,

CHERRY, Minn. — After complaints of a noxious odor at the Cherry School, the superintendent says the issue is now hopefully fixed. Dr. Reggie Engebritson, the superintendent of St. Louis County Schools, said on Wednesday that the district “found a small leak on the roof and turned off the propane,” with contractors fixing the leak “immediately.” Dr. Engebritson added that…

DA: 5 Memphis Cops ‘All Responsible’ For Tyre Nichols’ Death

January 26, 2023

The Associated Press,

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Five fired Memphis police officers were charged Thursday with murder and other crimes in the killing of Tyre Nichols, a Black motorist who died three days after a confrontation with the officers during a traffic stop. Shelby County District Attorney Steve Mulroy told a news conference that although the officers each played different roles in the…

Abortion Front And Center In Wisconsin Supreme Court Race

January 26, 2023

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A liberal judge running in a pivotal race to determine majority control of the Wisconsin Supreme Court touts her support for abortion rights in the first two television ads of the closely watched race launched Thursday. The winner of the April 4 election will determine whether the court remains under control of conservative justices or flips to a…

Minnesota Woman Pleads Guilty To Leaving Newborn To Die

January 26, 2023

The Associated Press,

RED WING, Minn. (AP) — A Minnesota woman admitted in a guilty plea Wednesday that she left her newborn baby boy to die on the banks of the Mississippi River in 2003. Jennifer Matter, 50, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder in the baby’s death. She will be sentenced April 28. Matter was arrested May 10, 2022, at her home in…

Minnesota Boundary Waters: US Moves To Protect Area From Planned Mine

January 26, 2023

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – The Biden administration moved Thursday to protect northeastern Minnesota’s pristine Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness from future mining, dealing a potentially fatal blow to a copper-nickel project. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland signed an order closing over 350 square miles (900 square kilometers) of the Superior National Forest, in the Rainy River Watershed around the town of Ely, to…

St. Luke’s Volunteer Receives State Award

January 26, 2023

Maria Vollom,

DULUTH, Minn. — One community member now holds a commendable state award for more than 25 years spent volunteering at St. Luke’s. Wednesday, Linda Tezak was granted the “Presidents Award” from Minnesota Association of Healthcare Volunteers. Tezak is currently the MAHV Membership Chair and Interim District B Chair. She’s been volunteering with St. Luke’s for more than 25 years completing…

Volunteer Opportunities At CHUM In Duluth

January 26, 2023

Steve Goodspeed,

DULUTH, Minn. — If you are looking for ways to get involved in your community, you just might find that it’s even more rewarding than you expected. Case in point are some of the volunteers at CHUM. Tuesday Fox 21 told you about the need for some more drivers to deliver food to those who can’t get out themselves. But…

Gooseberry Falls Park in the Winter

January 26, 2023

Pat Brink,

Duluth, Minn. — It’s been a very snowy winter, and now the deep cold is moving in. This could mean that Cabin Fever is at your doorstep and it’s time to begin to fight that feeling. Ted Kent, who was at Gooseberry Falls Park said, “So beautiful, especially when it’s snowing.” As he was talking you could hear the birds…

Miner’s Inc. Nearly Doubles Annual Donation To Salvation Army

January 26, 2023

Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Salvation Army is walking away with over $90,000, nearly double what they usually receive, thanks to a new campaign by Miner’s Incorporated. At select Northland Super Ones, the Register Campaign was added to make donating easier. This made it so customers could donate just by clicking on the pin pad when checking out. It added an…

St Louis River Alliance Hosts Winter Fun Event

January 25, 2023

Paige Hansen,

GARY-NEW DULUTH, Minn.– In Gary New Duluth, a special Winter Fun event was held at the local YMCA by the St. Louis River Alliance. From hot chocolate, to a bonfire, and even snowshoeing, there were all kinds of fun activities to enjoy. Wednesday’s event was free and family friendly, there was also a chance to win prizes. The River Alliance…

DPD Looking for Applicants for Citizen Police Academy

January 25, 2023

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Police Department is looking for more applicants to join their upcoming Citizen Police Academy. It’s a 12-week program that the DPD puts on every year as a way for community members to build relationships with officers and learn what they do day in and day out. The course consists of speakers, presentations, and demonstrations from…

Superior High School Hosts Career Fair

January 25, 2023

Paige Hansen,

SUPERIOR, Wisc– Students at Superior High School got a chance to explore options for future careers. The 2 hour long career fair was open for all grades, 9 to 12. With booths from Lake Superior College, Frasier Shipyards, and even military services. The fair was the second of the year at the High School, centered around construction and trades. Superior…

Walz Extends Unemployment Pay For Northeast Minnesota Miners

January 25, 2023

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Gov. Tim Walz signed his second bill of the young 2023 legislative session Wednesday, extending unemployment benefits for six months for more than 400 laid-off workers at Northshore Mining. Northshore Mining shut down May 1, and about 450 workers out of around 580 workers there and at an associated contractor have been laid off. Unemployment…

Faculty Calls On Embattled Minnesota College Head To Resign

January 25, 2023

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Faculty leaders at a Minnesota college that dismissed an art history instructor who showed depictions of the Prophet Muhammad in a course have overwhelmingly called for the university president to resign. Faculty leaders at Hamline University said 71 of 92 members who attended a meeting Tuesday voted to call on President Fayneese Miller to resign immediately. They…

Tax Season Already? Some Tips For Avoiding Stress And Scams

January 25, 2023

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) — For many people filing U.S. tax returns — especially those doing it for their first time — it can be a daunting task that’s often left to the last minute. But if you want to avoid the stress of the looming deadline, start getting organized as soon as possible. Whether you do your taxes yourself, go…

Minnesota ‘Name A Snowplow’ Finalists Announced

January 25, 2023

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) – The finalists for MnDOT’s 2022-2023 “Name a Snowplow” are in and the voting is open. MnDOT announced the 60 finalists Wednesday morning, which include “Miracle on Ice,” “Taylor Drift” and “Camp Scoopy”. The finalists were selected from over 10,000 submissions. According to MnDOT, the finalists were selected based on “including uniqueness, frequency of submissions, Minnesota-specific ideas, and names…

Chum Food Shelf Program In Need Of Drivers

January 25, 2023

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — If you need food, just head to the grocery store. For some people it is not that easy. Chum’s food shelf is looking for volunteer drivers to make deliveries every other Thursday between 9.30 am and 12. “The people who get the deliveries are people with disabilities, seniors, families who don’t have transportation, and it’s also designed…

Baby Item Donations Still Needed for the Northland’s Largest Baby Shower

January 25, 2023

Ken Slama,

DULUTH, Minn. — People across the Northland are feeling the effects of rising costs, especially families who are expecting or who may have just had a newborn. For five years now, Life 97.3 and St. Luke’s have partnered during the month of January to hold the Northland’s Largest Baby Shower. All donations go directly to local women and family care…

Coffee Conversation: Two Harbors Musher Gears Up for Beargrease Race

January 25, 2023

Maria Vollom,

DULUTH, Minn. — Two Harbors Musher Colleen Wallin and sled dog Maple joined FOX21 on the morning show ahead of the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon this weekend. The Beargrease Marathon starts at 10:00 am Sunday, Jan. 29 at Billy’s Bar in Duluth and will finish around 5:00 pm Tuesday, Jan. 31 at the Grand Portage Lodge and Casino. This…

Evers Promises A Tax Cut, Compromise To Increase Funding

January 24, 2023

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Democratic Gov. Tony Evers announced Tuesday he wants to work with Republicans to divert as much as 20% of the state’s sales tax revenue to help fund local communities, including police and emergency services, while he also promised to cut taxes for the middle class and fight a GOP effort to impose a flat income tax…

Steppers Dance Show Returns

January 24, 2023

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Steppers Dance Show featuring dancers from a range of teams and studios returned Tuesday for the first time since 2019. About 16 teams attended, showcasing a total of 35 routines. The show was held at Duluth East High School. The dance season started in Oktober and runs through February. The Head Coach of the Duluth East…

New Veterans Memorial Park to be Built in Rice Lake

January 24, 2023

Mason Kroll,

RICE LAKE, Minn. – A new Veterans Memorial Park is being constructed in Rice Lake to honor those who have served in the military. The project is being put on by the Duluth Honor Guard through the vision of Rice Lake Mayor John Werner and Captain John Marshall. Placed on the crossroads of Rice Lake and Martin Road, the memorial…

Janet Meany and 50 years of Fiber Art Exhibition

January 24, 2023

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – Weaving, knitting, felting, and spinning, the Duluth Fiber Guild’s hard work from the past 50 years is now on display. The Duluth Fiber Guild is a group organized around the passion of creating textile arts. Over at the Tweed Museum of Art, there are 40 pieces to see like scarves, dish towels and shirts. And there’s an…

St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office Launches Crime-Mapping Tool

January 24, 2023

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office officially launched its new crime-mapping tool online Tuesday for residents to view. The crime map shows all types of crimes pinpointed to the street where they occurred. People can filter the results by date, location and type of incident, like arson, burglary, sex offenses, assault and homicide, among others. Information is…

State Abortion Battle Moves to the Northland

January 24, 2023

Pat Brink,

Duluth, Minn. — It’s an issue that has many people upset, no matter which side you are on. Abortion is the number one issue, at this point in the Minnesota Legislature’s’ current session. Up to his point, much of the action on these bills has taken place in St. Paul, Now, the action has turned to the Northland. Those opposed…

Voting For 2023 ‘Movies In The Park’ Now Open

January 24, 2023

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — For those looking ahead to summertime in Duluth, voting is now open for this year’s Movies in the Park. Downtown Duluth says you can vote by going on to their Facebook page and liking your top 8 movie choices. This year there are 13 options to choose from. Some movies to choose from include Top Gun: Maverick,…

Walz Restructures Rebate Checks, Says Millions Of Minnesotans Would Benefit

January 24, 2023

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) – Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz restructured his signature rebate check proposal Tuesday, making the direct payments more lucrative for some while cutting out hundreds of thousands of households by dropping income limits. Under Walz’s plan, individuals making less than $75,000 a year would receive $1,000. Married couples earning less than $150,000 would get $2,000 from the state….

Minnesota Teacher Shortage Is Getting Worse, New Report Shows

January 24, 2023

Site Staff,

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – The struggle to retain teachers and recruit new educators to the profession continues to worsen in Minnesota. That’s according to the Teacher Supply and Demand Report, which is published every two years by the Minnesota Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board. This year’s report was released on Jan. 20, and details the employment outlook for licensed teachers and other data…

Minnesota House Backs Extended Jobless Pay For Mine Workers

January 24, 2023

The Associated Press,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — A bill to extend unemployment benefits for laid-off workers at Northshore Mining is on its way to Gov. Tim Walz for his signature. The Minnesota House voted 127-7 on Monday to approve the bill, which passed the Senate 56-10 two weeks ago. Northshore Mining has been idle since May 1, and about 410 out of around 580…

Classified Documents At Pence’s Home, Too, His Lawyer Says

January 24, 2023

The Associated Press,

NEW YORK (AP) — Documents with classified markings were discovered in former Vice President Mike Pence’s Indiana home last week, his lawyer told the National Archives in a letter — the latest in a string of discoveries of confidential information in private residences. The records “appear to be a small number of documents bearing classified markings that were inadvertently boxed…

Knowing Your Neighbors: Clyde Brewing

January 24, 2023

Mason Kroll, Emma Propp,

DULUTH, Minn. – “People have been asking, “When’s the beer going to come? When’s the beer going to come?” for the last almost two years. So, the day is finally here,” Clyde Brewing Head Brewer, Dale Kleinschmidt says. Clyde Brewing officially opened its taps on January 16th in the Clyde building in Lincoln Park. The kick-off had taste testings of…

Coffee Conversation: Steppers Dance Show Returns Post-Pandemic

January 24, 2023

Maria Vollom,

DULUTH, Minn. — Local dance groups are teaming up to present Steppers Dance Show for the first time since 2019. 13 different teams/studios will perform 30 routines at the Duluth East Gym on January 24 at 6:30 pm. Duluth East Coach Kimberly Chick Joined FOX21 on the morning show to preview the event. Special performances by both the CSS and UMD…

New Monthly Program At Cloquet Public Library Involves Dogs

January 24, 2023

Emma Propp,

CLOQUET, Minn. — A new monthly event started Monday at the Cloquet Public Library bringing children and dogs closer together. It’s called “Barks and Books” and let’s children go to the library and sit and read to a therapy dog. The program is meant to promote enjoyable reading for kids to take the pressure off of trying to get all…

Superior Police K-9 Marik Dies One Year After Retirement

January 23, 2023

Dan Hanger,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Superior Police Department is mourning after the death of police K-9 Marik. Marik recently became ill from a gastrointestinal condition, according to the Northland K9 Foundation. Marik was partnered with Sgt. Nick Eastman. During the 7.5 years together, Marik was deployed 541 times and is credited with 91 arrests, including helping apprehend a man in a…

Veteran Robert Schieve Running For Duluth Mayor

January 23, 2023

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – As of Monday, there are three candidates who have confirmed their run: Current Mayor Emily Larson, former Duluth lawmaker Roger Reinert and Robert Schieve, a veteran who is retired. Shieve is the latest person to announce he’s running. He told FOX 21 Monday that he wants to give the city back to the community when it comes…

Question To Duluth City Councilors: Are You Running For Mayor?

January 23, 2023

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – As a third candidate says he’s running for Duluth’s next mayor, FOX 21 is confirming if anyone on the Duluth city council – current and former – is up for the challenge. Over the past week, we’ve heard back from all but one city councilor on whether they are running or thinking of running for mayor this…

Voting Underway For Top Pets Of Lake Superior Ice Festival

January 23, 2023

Alexandra Burnley,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — The Lake Superior Ice Festival is coming up this weekend in Superior, which includes crowning the cutest local pets. The Humane Society of Douglas County gets involved with the festival by letting the community enter in their dogs, cats, and other pets to be crowned the “Canine King and Queen,” the “Felines Of The Festival,” and “Lord…

Duluth Fire Dept. Credits Passerby For Quick Actions In Building Fire

January 23, 2023

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Fire Department is crediting a passerby for alerting tenants that their building was on fire. It happened around 8 a.m. Monday on the 2400-block of West Fourth Street. Dan Kingsley told FOX 231 he was at a stoplight and saw smoke rising in the distance. So he turned the corner, and that’s when he saw…

Annual Survey of Wolves and Moose on Isle Royale Underway

January 23, 2023

Ken Slama,

ISLE ROYALE, Mich. — The annual wolf and moose survey is underway on Isle Royale. Last Friday, researchers based out of Michigan Tech arrived on Isle Royale to begin their annual survey to count the wolf and moose populations. Starting in 1958, researchers have studied the relationship between the two, and have discovered how their populations are affected by things…

Duluth Sees 11 Recorded Overdoses In First 16 Days Of 2023

January 23, 2023

Alexandra Burnley,

DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth police are releasing somber numbers for the amount of overdoses the city has seen in less than a month. From New Year’s Day through January 16th, Duluth had 11 recorded drug overdoses. Two were fatal. In 2021, the city had enough overdoses to cover almost every day of the year. That year saw 330 ODs, including…

Police: 2 Students Dead, Teacher Hurt In Des Moines Shooting

January 23, 2023

The Associated Press,

DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) — Two students were killed Monday and a teacher was injured in what police said was a targeted shooting at a Des Moines school that is dedicated to helping at-risk youth, and three suspects were arrested afterward. The shooting was at an educational program called Starts Right Here that is affiliated with the Des Moines school…