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Zenith Auto Glass Holds Grand Opening

DULUTH, Minn.– While businesses try to navigate through the pandemic, one auto body shop in Duluth is just starting up. Zenith Auto Glass along Highway 53 in Duluth held their grand opening today. Located in the former Hanson’s Building, they offer auto glass replacement and repair along with a car’s advanced driver assist system. Management at the shop says they…

Polls Open for Primaries During Pandemic

DULUTH, Minn.– Primary elections are being held in both Minnesota and Wisconsin today. But due to COVID-19, things are looking a lot different than usual at polling places. Traffic at polling places has been fairly light with many voters casting absentee or mail-in ballots. But in-person voting is also happening, with the goal of keeping everyone safe. “That’s our number…

Spirit Mountain Excecutive Director and General Manager Resign, Interim Director Named

Spirit Mountain Executive Director Brandy Ream and her husband Jody who is the general manager will complete their employment at the end of the month as the attraction faces one of the most financially challenging times since it opened in 1974.

DULUTH, Minn. – A major leadership shake-up has been announced at the cash-strapped Spirit Mountain Resort in Duluth that’s been shut down since COVID-19 hit. Spirit Mountain Executive Director Brandy Ream and her husband Jody who is the general manager will complete their employment at the end of the month as the attraction faces one of the most financially challenging…

2 Teachers Ask for Release Ahead of 2020-21 School Year

SUPERIOR, Wis.– As the Superior School District prepares for the 2020-2021 school year in a hybrid model, two teachers will not be joining them this year as they worry about getting sick from the virus. Last month, the Superior School District decided its students will spend part of their time in the classroom, and the rest online in a hybrid…

Congressman Pete Stauber Visits Duluth Ahead of Primary

DULUTH, Minn.– Congressman Pete Stauber was in Duluth Monday in preparation for tomorrow’s primary. The incumbent from Minnesota’s 8th Congressional District spoke to a small group of supporters while on the campaign trail. Stauber acknowledged things will be different because of the pandemic but that it’s not going to stop him from fighting to keep his seat. “I’m excited about…

Lake Country Air and Beaver Air Tours Continuing Seaplane Tours

The business does around 50-60 flights per week and gives visitors and locals the chance to see Duluth from a birds-eye view.

DULUTH, Minn. – Lake Country Air and Beaver Air Tours, located at the end of Park Point, has been giving people a birds-eye view of Duluth since 2008. “I decided to buy it but had to figure out how to pay for it so I started a business that I could use to pay for the airplane. And then it…

New Sky Harbor Airport Runway Complete

The project, which was completed in the middle of June, finishes a three-year project and more than a decade of planning.

DULUTH, Minn. – The new Sky Harbor Airport Runway in Duluth is now complete. This finishes a three-year project and more than a decade of planning. The 2,600-foot runway was constructed to help preserve area history and adds even more uniqueness to the small airport. Since the project was completed in the middle of June, pilots have been taking advantage…

First Rendezvous “Behind the Badge” Golf Tournament Held in Duluth

Proceeds from the tournament go to supporting the significant others of Duluth police officers. 

DULUTH, Minn. – Despite all the wet weather on Sunday, the first-ever Rendezvous Behind the Badge Golf Tournament was held at Grand View Golf Links. Proceeds from the tournament go to supporting the significant others behind Duluth police officers. Around 100 community members, police officers, and their loved ones played the 18-hole tournament at Grand View and sponsored by Scanlon’s…

First Annual Bigfoot Convention Held in Grand Rapids

More than 50 eager people visited the Timberlake Lodge to learn more about others' experiences with Bigfoot.

GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. – Bigfoot enthusiasts from across the country gathered in Grand Rapids for the first annual Minnesota Bigfoot Convention to talk about their experiences with the infamous primate some say they’ve encountered. Some describe it as a smell, some describe a growling noise, and some have reportedly seen abnormally large prints. These are all stories that were told…

Superior School District Receives Honor from American Red Cross

SUPERIOR, Wis.– The American Red Cross of the Northland announced their Partner of the Year award winner, giving the honor to a school whose students showed their support for veterans this year. Superior School District received the award for their Holiday Mail for Heroes project. Students of all ages and staff sent over 600 Christmas cards to veterans and service…

Hermantown Chamber of Commerce Celebrates 40 Year Anniversary

HERMANTOWN, Minn.– Back in 1980, the Hermantown Area Chamber of Commerce was formed. To celebrate the milestone, leaders with the chamber had a small get-together. Chamber members and the community had a social distanced event in the parking lot Friday afternoon. Starting with just five businesses, the organization now has over 250 members from Cloquet to the Iron Range and…