Morning Update 11-23-18
Your morning update for Friday, November 23, 2018.
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Disabled American Veterans Serve Thanksgiving Meal
Free dinner was available to everybody in the community
CLOQUET, Minn. – The Disabled American Veterans organization hosted a free Thanksgiving dinner at the Zion Lutheran Church in Cloquet. They hoped to serve about three-hundred at the meal and deliver another two-hundred take out orders. Since the DECC stopped providing satellite Thanksgiving feasts, the Disabled Veterans thought one was needed in Cloquet. “It’s very important because we can’t expect…
Thousands Gather Thanksgiving At the DECC
29th Annual Twin Ports Thanksgiving Feast
DULUTH, Min.- After a week of preparation, the DECC opened its doors to more than 1,000 people ready to enjoy a Thanksgiving feast. Thousands across Duluth gathered for the 29th Annual Community Thanksgiving. So far, more than 1,200 meals were delivered to the disabled and over 5,000 guest were served. Diners that enter the ballroom are given a warm welcome…
Wasabi Restaurant Opens Friday at 2 p.m.
DULUTH, Minn. – Black Friday means Wasabi Restaurant is opening for the first time in Downtown Duluth. The new signage is now up on the Old City Hall building on East Superior Street. The Japanese restaurant will open Friday at 2 p.m. You can expect the usual $20 all-you-can-eat sushi like the restaurant in Superior. And a new item on…
Volunteers Prepare Meal for Veterans
Richard I Bong Veterans Thanksgiving Dinner
SUPERIOR, Wisc.- Celebrations continued in Superior for many veterans without families this holiday season. The Richard I Bong Veterans Center hosted a Thanksgiving dinner for about 30 veterans. An abundance of food and treats were prepared by 20 volunteers and several donations were given to fund this year’s gathering. “They loved it” said one of the organizers, John Gidley,…
Barker’s Island Host Thanksgiving Buffet
Barker's Island Grill
SUPERIOR, Wisc.- Hundreds of Northlanders stopped by one of the top places that offers a Thanksgiving dinner for a reasonable price. Each year reservations are made at Barker’s Island Inn and several families enjoy a large buffet. One patron says this is the time of year that excites her the most. “Its really exciting to be here.” said Lindsey Ravinski…
Mont du Lac Resort Opens Ski Hill for Thanksgiving
Mont du Lac Resort is officially open for the Winter sport season!
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Those who love Winter sports had more than enough reason to be thankful on Thanksgiving since Mont du Lac Resort opened their slopes for the first time ever on the holiday. The season will now be open through the Twin Ports Winter. Thanksgiving’s opening included access to the terrain park, tubing and the beginner’s ski trail. Regular bar and…
Protesters Block Blatnik Bridge With Teepee
SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Blatnik Bridge is open again after protesters blocked off traffic with a giant wooden teepee early Thursday morning. Superior police say the structure was put up in the middle of the Hammond Avenue entrance to the Blatnik. The sign read in a photo posted online said” “Thanksgiving = genocide” and “No pipelines, no borders.” The people…
Man Dies After Getting Trapped In Corn Bin
BARRON, CO., Wis. – A man is dead after getting trapped in a corn bin in Barron County, Wisconsin. The accident happened Wednesday afternoon around 12:20 p.m. on a farm south of Turtle Lake. The sheriff’s office, fire officials and Life Link responded to the scene. Crews worked for more than an hour to rescue the man. He was flown…
SUV Slams Into Duluth Home
DULUTH, Minn. – An SUV slammed into a home in Duluth Central Hillside neighborhood Wednesday. Duluth police say it happened around 10 p.m. on the 700 block of North First Avenue East. Police don’t know what caused the crash. They do not believe driver impairment or road conditions are to blame. Nobody was injured. Categories: News, News – Latest News
Midday Update 11-22-18
Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, November 22, 2018
Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, FOX 21, Headlines, Holiday, Local News, midday update, weather
Spice Up Your Sweet Potatoes This Thanksgiving!
Cooking Connection: Barker's Island Thanksgiving Buffet
SUPERIOR, Wisc. — In this weeks Cooking Connection, Brittney Merlot takes us to Barker’s Island’s Thanksgiving Buffet! The head Chef teaches us at home, how to spice up our sweet potatoes on this Thanksgiving. With a new flavor, might as well give them a new look too! Check it out! Categories: Community, Cooking Connection, Features, News, News – Latest News,…
Changing Retail Landscape Leading up to Black Friday
Dr. Ahmed Maamoun with UMD Says This Year's Changing Retail Landscape Could Make an Impact on Black Friday Sales
DULUTH, Minn. – Black Friday marks the unofficial start to the holiday shopping season. As companies begin to entice shoppers with deals and free shipping, UMD expert Ahmed Maamoun, Ph.D., explains how the retail landscape is constantly being redefined by both companies and technology. “In the retail sector, Black Friday is one of the most intriguing times of year,” said…
Morning Update 11-22-18
Local News and Weather Headlines Thursday, November 22, 2018
Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, FOX 21, Headlines, Holiday, morning update, News, weather
Vikre Releases 6th Lot of Sugarbush Whiskey
It takes Vikre Distillery about two years to make each batch
DULUTH, Minn. – Vikre Distillery is celebrating the release of their Sugarbush Whiskey, again. The sixth lot of the sweet, bourbon-style, maple flavored whiskey was launched Wednesday. It takes Vikre about two years to make each three-hundred gallon lot. They say each batch tastes a little different. “For us because we’re talking about maybe five or six barrels at a…
“Make Every Child Smile” Toy Drive Seeking Donations
Donations can be dropped off at the Iron Mug in Morgan Park
DULUTH, Minn. – For the third year in a row, the Iron Mug in Morgan Park is planning a toy drive. This year, they’re hoping to collect enough money and toys to serve about five-hundred kids through the “Make Every Child Smile” toy drive. The drive aims to help families who experienced hardships after the deadline to register for other…
Turduckens Available as a Unique Holiday Meal
Creation combines a whole turkey, duck and chicken in one
DULUTH, Minn. – Mount Royal Market in Duluth is offering a brand new holiday meat special this year, a Turducken. The Turducken is a whole turkey boned out, a whole duck boned out, and a whole chicken boned out, layered with homemade dressing. The only bones in the creation are in the wings and drumsticks. “It’s about the wow factor….
Small Business Saturday This Weekend
For some shops in Duluth, it's the busiest day of the year
DULUTH, Minn. – Not only is Black Friday this weekend, but Small Business Saturday is as well. It’s an important day for local shops and stores across the Northland. Small Business Saturday is the busiest day of the year for some local shops, according to the Greater Downtown Council. Statewide, 1.2 million people work for employers that fall in the…
Missing Person: Janeen Bauer Peters, 57
Janeen Bauer Peters ST. LOUIS CO. (Press Release) — On November 19, 2018 family members of 57-year-old Janeen Bauer Peters reported to law enforcement that she was missing. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office is concerned for her welfare and is asking for the public’s help in locating Peters. She was last seen Nov 11th driving her vehicle north of…
Holiday Travel on One of the Busiest Travel Days of the Year
Traveling for Thanksgiving
DULUTH, Minn.- Holiday travelers are gearing up for Thanksgiving on one of the busiest travel days of the year. AAA expects about 54 million people will travel this holiday season. Some may travel to their destinations in various ways, but they all have one thing in common. They get to celebrate with loved ones. Visiting family and friends is the…
It’s A Last-Minute Race to Pick Up Groceries
Picking up last minute items
DULUTH, Minn.- Several people have finished their shopping, but what about those still looking for last minute items. Surprisingly a turkey is a hot ticket item on many people’s grocery lists. Now many lines are forming at grocery stores across Duluth, this Thanksgiving. Items are flying off shelves from stores like Super One and Mt. Royal Market. These stores…
Preparing Alternatives for Thanksgiving Dinner
Vegan and vegetarian friendly Thanksgiving
DULUTH, Minn.- Millions of vegans and vegetarians are being invited to share Thanksgiving with others. Many people are now learning their own creative ways to prepare vegan and vegetarian friendly options for their holiday feasts. Re-creating original recipes is easy as changing a few ingredients. Whole Foods Co–op in Duluth is one of the more popular places that offers a…
Duluth Police Officer Involved in two Weather Related Crashes
One Female Occupant Sustained Minor Injuries
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Police say an officer was involved in a weather related crash Wednesday afternoon while writing a crash report on another weather related accident on Highway 61. The officer was in his squad car writing a report on a crash near Superior Street on Highway 61 when an oncoming SUV pulling a trailer lost control of their…
Lake Country Power Building Evacuated for Possible Fire
The Fire was Reported Around 9:40 a.m.
photo courtesy: Northland FireWireMOUNTAIN IRON, Minn. – The Lake Country Power building was evacuated Thursday morning due to reports of a possible fire. The Mountain Iron, Virginia, Pike-Sandy-Britt, and Fayal Township fire departments were dispatched to the building located on Park Ridge Drive in Mountain Iron where it was reported there was smoke in an electronics room. After an extensive…
Dayton Back Home After Monthlong Hospital Stay
Post Surgery Complications Damaged his Lungs
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Gov. Mark Dayton is back home in St. Paul after an unexpectedly long hospitalization following back surgeries. Dayton returned to the governor’s residence Wednesday. In a statement, the 71-year-old said he was looking forward to celebrating Thanksgiving with family. Dayton said he would continue therapy at the residence. He said earlier that he suffered some lung…
Missing Wisconsin Girl’s Family Faces Painful Holiday Season
The Case Remains the Number one Priority
MILWAUKEE – Wisconsin investigators looking for a 13-year-old girl missing since her parents’ slayings remain haunted by her disappearance more than a month after the search for her began. Detectives have pursued more than 2,300 tips, watched dozens of surveillance videos and spent countless hours searching for Jayme Closs, but their efforts haven’t yielded any suspects. Investigators believe Jayme was…
Duluth Police Investigate Child Death
The Investigation is Ongoing
DULUTH, Minn. – According to the Duluth Police Department officers were dispatched to the 100 Block of 56th Avenue West for a medical emergency on Saturday. When officers arrived on scene they located a 2-year-old male not breathing. Officers immediately began life saving efforts on the child, but their efforts failed to revive the boy. He was pronounced dead at…
For Some ice Anglers, Even Thin ice is an Irresistible Lure
DNR Likes to say ice is Never 100 Percent Safe
MINNEAPOLIS – Few activities are as Minnesotan as ice fishing, and some anglers are already venturing out onto the ice. If that sounds dangerous, it is, especially with a Thanksgiving warmup in the forecast. Authorities already have had to rescue some anglers. And conversation officers are still urging “extreme caution” on many lakes. The Department of Natural Resources likes to…
Midday Update 11-21-18
Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, November 21, 2018
Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, FOX 21, Headlines, Holiday, Local, midday update, News, Thanksgiving, weather
Car Driver Dies in Crash With Wisconsin Prep Team bus
The Crash Remains Under Investigation
RICE LAKE, Wis. – Authorities in western Wisconsin say the driver of a car has died after crashing into a school bus carrying the Amery girls’ basketball team. Barron County Sheriff Chris Fitzgerald says the crash happened around 9:30 p.m. Tuesday on Highway 48 just west of Rice Lake. An initial investigation finds a car driven by 55-year-old Joy Tew…
Gobble Gallop Races Traffic Advisory
The First of the Three Races Starts at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Police Department has issued a traffic advisory for the annual Gobble Gallup Races in downtown Duluth. The first of three races starts at 9:00 a.m. on Thursday. All of the races will start and finish on London Road, near 12th Avenue East. The longest race runs west on London Road to Superior Street, west to…
SNOCROSS is BACK & Practice Makes Perfect
In This Weeks Great Outdoors, Snocross Teams Arrive To KLIM Compound In Aurora To Practice For The Snocross Season Kick Off At Spirit Mountain.
AURORA, Minn. – The Amsoil Championship Snocross season fires up this weekend in Duluth and many racers have already descended on one small Minnesota town to practice. Over 50 teams arrived beginning November 10th to the Scheuring Speed Sports Snocross training facility in Aurora. “So far it’s been good. The weather has been cold so the snow has been staying…
Legislator Blasts DNR for Allegedly Forcing Deer Rescue
The Deer was Stranded on a Frozen Lake
MADISON, Wis.- A legislator is ripping the state Department of Natural Resources for allegedly forcing firefighters to rescue a deer stranded on a frozen lake. Republican Rep. Adam Jarchow tweeted Tuesday that a DNR warden “harassed” firefighters into rescuing a deer that had wandered out onto Balsam Lake. He said he would fire the warden for “being complicit in putting…
Minnesota State Patrol: Extra DUI Enforcement Starts Today
The Minnesota State Patrol is Cracking Down on Drung Drivers this Holiday Season; Extra Officers will be on Minnesota Roads
ST. PAUL – The holidays are filled with joy, happiness and time together with family and friends. Too often the joy turns to sorrow when a family is notified of a loved one’s tragic death on Minnesota roads due to someone driving impaired. To help keep families together this holiday season, more than 300 law enforcement agencies across Minnesota are…
Tips to Keep Pets Away From the Emergency Room this Holiday Season
Dr. Matthew Severs with Superior Animal Hospital Offers Safety Tips for Pet Owners as the Holiday Season Arrives
SUPERIOR, Wis. – We’re just one day away from Thanksgiving — turkey, stuffing, pumpkin pie and more. Chances are many of us will eat a little too much on turkey day, but what about our pets? Local veterinarians from Superior Animal Hospital want to make sure your animal stays safe this holiday season, avoiding a tragic trip to the emergency…
Morning Update 11-21-18
Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, November 21, 2018
Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, Headlines, Holiday, Local News, morning update, Thanksgiving, weather
Man Dead After Confrontation With Police in Stillwater
The Officers Involved are on Standard Administrative Leave
STILLWATER, Minn. – A man is dead after a confrontation with police in Stillwater. The Washington County Sheriff’s Office says officers from Stillwater, Bayport and Oak Park Heights responded to a call about 1 a.m. Wednesday involving a suicidal man armed with a knife. Authorities say one officer fired a gun and another officer discharged a stun gun. They did…
Superior Mayor to Seek Re-Election
Paine's Kick off Will be Held on December 1
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Superior Mayor Jim Paine announced on Wednesday he plans to seek re-election in 2019. Paine posted the announcement on his Facebook page stating: “I am excited to finally announce that I will be running for re-election as your Mayor. We have done incredible things together in this first term. From development to transportation to housing, this city…
INVESTIGATION: Half of Previously Untested Duluth Sexual Assault Kits Find DNA Matches
Minor Waits Seven Years To Bring Man Who Sexually Assaulted Her To Justice
DULUTH, Minn – For years Duluth has carried a bad reputation when it comes to investigations into sexual assaults. Back in 2015 a Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension audit showed the city had nearly 600 kits, the highest number of sexual assault evidence kits in the state, sitting on the police department shelves that were never sent into the crime…
Boys and Girls Club Gives Feast of Thanks and Coats for Kids
Hot Thanksgiving Meal and a Coat Provided to Families
DULUTH, Minn.- On Tuesday night the Boys and Girls Club of the Northland held its annual Feast of Thanks, for dozens of families who otherwise might not get to enjoy a traditional hot thanksgiving meal. Around 200 people packed the Holy Family Catholic Church in Duluth for Turkey, Ham, Stuffing, and all the fixings. The free event is designed to…
Duluth Remembers Transgender Lives Lost
International Transgender Day of Remembrance Program Held
DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth joined the nation in honoring lives lost in the transgender community. A crowd gathered downtown at the Minnesota Power Plaza on Tuesday night, as part of the 19th Annual International Transgender Day of Remembrance. They shared poems, words of encouragement, and raised awareness about violence that transgender and non-gender conforming people can face. “The connection that we…
Judge Finds Noah King Guilty in Murder of William Grahek
Judge Munger Reaches Verdict after Four Days
DULUTH, Minn.- Guilty. That’s the verdict for a man involved in the trial for the murder of 22-year-old UMD student William Grahek. 20-year-old Noah King will be sentenced for charges related to that crime, by the judge’s decision. The judge says King is guilty of aiding and abetting first degree intentional murder while trying to commit a burglary, and also…
New Executive Director Appointed for Superior Public Museums
New staff changes
SUPERIOR, Wis. – A tour guide from Fairlawn has worked her way up to a new role. Superior Public Museums has promoted one of their own — Megan Meyer — as the new executive director. Under her new role she will maintain the finances and maintenance of multiple historic sites including the Fairlawn Mansion, S.S. Meteor, and the old Police…
Shopping Assistance for the Elderly and Disabled
Non-Profit goes grocery shopping
DULUTH,Minn.- Thanksgiving is in a couple of days and many still have items on their shopping lists, but for some it may not be as easy to go out to the store and grab those items. A local non–profit is working with the elderly and disabled to help with their shopping needs. Age Well Arrowhead is partnering with…
Second Hospital in Duluth Announces Plans for Expansion
$300 Million Expansion for St. Luke's Hospital
DULUTH, Minn.- It’s been a few months since Essentia Health unveiled plans to invest $800 million in a project called “Vision Northland.” The project will add about 815,000 square feet of space in downtown Duluth. Now, St. Luke’s is announcing a $300 million plan of its own. The hospital has major plans to better serve the community of Duluth,…
Evers Faces $1 Billion Budget Shortfall
The Report was Released Tuesday
MADISON, Wis. – Incoming Democratic Gov. Tony Evers will need to find about $1.1 billion to give state agencies all they requested to pay for schools, prisons, Medicaid and other government operations over the next two years. That’s according to a new report from Republican Gov. Scott Walker’s administration. The report released Tuesday analyzes state agency budget requests and revises…
Biwabik Trailer House Damaged in Afternoon Fire
A Wood Stove is Suspected to be the Cause of the Fire
photo courtesy: Northland FireWireBIWABIK, Minn. – A trailer house in Biwabik was extensively damaged in a Tuesday afternoon fire. Firefighters from over half a dozen Iron Range fire departments responded to the fire in the 400 block of West Railroad Drive North around 12:50 p.m. There were no injuries reported in in the fire. The cause of the fire remains…
Genital Mutilation Charges Dismissed in Detroit-Area Case
The Girls are From Michigan, Illinois and Minnesota
DETROIT – A federal judge in Detroit says regulating female genital mutilation is up to states and that Congress had no authority to pass the 1996 law banning it. U.S. District Judge Bernard Friedman dismissed mutilation and conspiracy charges Tuesday against two doctors and others involved in the procedure on nine girls at a suburban Detroit clinic. Jumana Nagarwala says…
Superior Police Involved in Shooting Return to Duty
The Investigation Remains An Open Case
SUPERIOR, Wis. – The three Superior police officers involved in the shooting of 19-year-old theft suspect, Joshua Farmer, have returned to work, according to Police Chief Nicholas Alexander. The Wisconsin Department of Justice provided a copy of its investigation to the Superior Police Department and Douglas County Attorney’s Office on Thursday. “I have reviewed the report from the DOJ and…
UWS Head Softball, Women’s Golf Coach Removed
A National Hiring Search Will Take Place in Spring
photo courtesy: University Wisconsin-SuperiorSUPERIOR, Wis. – According to University of Wisconsin-Superior officials, Head Softball and Women’s Golf Coach Roger Plachta has been removed from his position effective immediately. The reason for his removal was cited as “a pattern of misconduct and unprofessional behavior.” Pending further review Plachta has been placed in his administrative back-up position. University officials released the following…
