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Local Chapter of Project Linus Gives Blankets to Duluth Fire Department

As these chilly temps continue, one local organization is stepping up to provide some warm forms of comfort to kids experiencing trauma.

DULUTH, Minn. – As these chilly temps continue, one local organization is stepping up to provide some warm forms of comfort to kids experiencing trauma. For kids going through challenging times, a blanket may be the way to bring both comfort and joy to a struggling child. Whether it be at a hospital, a result of a fire, or possibly…

Indoor Facilities Experience Increase in Patrons Because of Cold Weather, Busy Time of Year

Indoor facilities are experiencing increases in patrons – some having to do with the cold weather while others are simply thriving because it's their busy time of year.

NORTHLAND – Indoor facilities are experiencing increases in patrons – some having to do with the cold weather while others are simply thriving because it’s their busy time of year. While the cold weather may be contributing to an increase in people visiting indoor facilities, some are experiencing a rise in customers because of the nature of their businesses. At…

Car Washes Remain Busy During Cold Snap

While it is cold outside, people are still getting their cars washed at places like Miller Mall Car Wash in Duluth.

DULUTH, Minn. – While it is cold outside, people are still getting their cars washed at places like Miller Mall Car Wash in Duluth. According to management, while there is a slight decrease because of the temperatures, the business services about the same number of cars in the summer as in the winter. During cold weather, they take a lot…

Fuel Spikes Due to Pandemic, Cold Temps

With the cold weather, fuel companies are making sure that people are getting propane and heating oil they need to get through the frigid temperatures.

DULUTH, Minn. – With the cold weather, fuel companies are making sure that people are getting propane and heating oil they need to get through the frigid temperatures. With the combination of COVID and the cold weather, more people are working and playing at home, burning more oil and propane than projected. For instance, there has been a 10 to…

County Pop-Up Vaccination Site Aims to Reach Minorities, People of Color Ages 65 and Older

DULUTH, Minn.– As the COVID-19 vaccine continues to rollout, local public health officials and community organizations are trying to get doses out to groups most impacted by the virus. Over 30 shots were given out to those who pre-registered at the pop-up vaccination at St. Mark’s church in the Hillside community on Friday. The goal was to prioritize vaccinations for…

Mont du Lac To Host Annual Ice Cross on Saturday

This Saturday, Mont du Lac will kick off its annual ice cross.

SUPERIOR, Wis. – This Saturday, Mont du Lac will kick off its annual ice cross. Ice cross downhill is a winter sport using hockey gear and hockey skates where racers compete by skating downhill. This is the only ice cross race in the U.S., according to Mont Du Lac officials, and will feature men’s, women’s, and junior league races. “It’s…