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American Heart Association Hosted 15th Annual Go Red For Women Luncheon

One third of women's deaths are caused by heart disease or stroke.

February 13, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – The American Heart Association celebrated women’s heart health at the 15th annual Go Red for Women lunch today at the DECC. Healthcare providers from Essentia were on hand to give blood pressure testing and provide more information about how to be aware of the risks of heart disease. Several other organizations were also available for women to…

Homeless Person’s Bill of Rights Coalition Teaches Homeless How to Survive the Cold

"I just like being able to give back."

February 13, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Homeless Person’s Bill of Rights Coalition is connecting with the homeless community by starting a new group learning series. For the first time the coalition is teaching the homeless a few winter survival tips. Everyone at today’s session received a hat, warm socks and even a few tasty treats. The coalition invited a UMD Professor and…

Opportunity Zone Tax Incentive Hopes to Benefit Neighborhoods in Need

These zones include five areas in Duluth where investors can receive federal tax incentives for helping with development.

February 13, 2019

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – Developers, community leaders, and employers gathered in Lincoln Park to learn about investing in new Opportunity Zones in the Northland. These zones are areas in communities where investors can receive federal tax incentives for helping with development. Duluth has five different zones and other towns around the Northland have them as well. Eligible investments in these zones…

Age Well Arrowhead Watches Over Those Who Need Assistance

The nonprofit helps take care of Northlanders who need help staying independent.

February 13, 2019

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – Age Well Arrowhead is here to take care of those who need assistance in the Northland. The nonprofit helps mostly those over sixty with many different things including grocery shopping, shoveling, and even finances. These services are often utilized by those who have trouble staying completely independent. “Folks needs don’t go away when it gets cold or…

Midday Update 2-13-19

February 13, 2019

Site Staff,

Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News

Human Remains Found in Eckles Township Identified

One of the Victims has Been Identified

February 13, 2019

Site Staff,

ECKLES TOWNSHIP, Minn. – According to the Beltrami County Sheriff’s Office, remains of one of the victims found in a fire pit located on a property in Eckles Township have been preliminarily identified. The Ramsey County Medical Examiner’s Office positively identified one of the remains as belonging to Adam P. Thorpe, 39, of Maple Grove. Authorities were investigating a missing…

Ex-Coach Shannon miller Gets Additional $460,000

Miller had Been Asking for an Additional $3 Million

February 13, 2019

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – A U.S. District Judge is increasing the amount of damages former UMD women’s hockey coach Shannon Miller will receive after winning her discrimination suit against the school. Miller was awarded another $460,000 in pay and future benefits. The judge however did rule to deny Miller’s motion to be reinstated to her former coaching position. Miller had been…

UPDATE: Pedestrian hit by FedEx Truck in Duluth

Her Injuries are Unknown at This Time

February 13, 2019

Site Staff,

UPDATE: According to the Duluth Police Department, preliminary reports indicate the female pedestrian was walking down the sidewalk waiting to cross an alleyway when the FedEx driver waved her by. While crossing the alleyway the woman, identified as Cindy Lee Feliciano, slipped and fell. The FedEx driver told authorities he could no longer see the pedestrian so he assumed she had…

Morning Update 2-13-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, February 13, 2019

February 13, 2019

Site Staff,

Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News

Wisconsin’s Jayme Closs Thanks Well-Wishers for Support

Kind Words Have Been a Great Source of Comfort

February 13, 2019

The Associated Press,

BARRON, Wis. – A 13-year-old Wisconsin girl who spent 88 days in captivity after a violent abduction is thanking supporters from around the world. Jayme Closs was taken in October in an attack that included the shotgun slayings of her parents, James and Denise Closs, at the family’s home. A 21-year-old man is charged with kidnapping and murder. Jayme is…

Two Students Charged in School Police Clash in Owatonna

Police Continue to Investigate the Incident

February 13, 2019

The Associated Press,

OWATONNA, Minn. – Two students have been charged following an altercation with police at Owatonna Senior High School this week that stemmed from racist comments made on social media. Owatonna police says some students posted racist comments over the weekend that were directed at black students at the school. Students tell KMSP-TV the situation escalated when another racist social media…

Ford Recalls 1.5M Pickups That can Downshift Without Warning

Owners Will be Notified by Letter Starting March 4

February 13, 2019

The Associated Press,

DETROIT — Ford is recalling nearly 1.5 million pickup trucks in North America because the transmissions can suddenly downshift into first gear. The recall covers F-150 trucks from the 2011 through 2013 model years with six-speed automatic transmissions. The company says a glitch in sending a signal from the transmission speed sensor is the cause. Ford has five reports of…

Klobuchar Raises $1M Within 48 Hours of Launching 2020 bid

She Kicked off her Candidacy Sunday

February 13, 2019

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON — Minnesota Sen. Amy Klobuchar’s campaign says the Democrat raised more than $1 million in the 48 hours after launching her presidential bid. Klobuchar kicked off her candidacy Sunday during a snowy rally in Minneapolis. Her campaign says the money was raised from “online and grassroots supporters.” She is one of the few Democrats running for the presidency who…

School Closings, Delays for Wednesday, February 13, 2019

Closings and Delays Due to Winter Weather Wednesday, February 13, 2019

February 13, 2019

Brett Scott,

Watersmeet Township School District – 2 Hour Delay Categories: News, News – Latest News, School Closings Tags: community, education, Michigan, school closings

Boys and Girls Clubs Celebrate Outstanding Youth

Youth of the Year banquet held at Holiday Inn

February 12, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Northland celebrated three of its standout teens at a special banquet on Tuesday night. It was all part of the 47th Annual Youth of the Year Celebration. Kwe Perry, Alex Lewis, and Raymond Davenport were selected for their leadership, and service. They were judged on their writing, public speaking and their…

Superior Business Center to Get New Management

City of Superior and Douglas County handing over management

February 12, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Meanwhile the Superior Business Center off Hammond avenue could soon be returned to the hands of the Development Association. For the last five years the site has been managed by the City and Douglas County. City officials say they hope it is again used as a place for businesses to get on their feet. “Kinda turning it back…

Essentia Health Purchases Younkers for Fitness Center

Downtown Fitness Center moving to Mall

February 12, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Essentia Health is investing $15 million in the purchase and remodeling of the 145,000 square foot Younkers space at Miller Hill Mall, to make it the new location of their Fitness and Therapy Center. The Fitness Center at Younkers would take up about 34,000 square feet, about 12,000 square feet larger than the current downtown location. This makes…

Duluth Police Investigate Double Stabbing

February 12, 2019

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Two adult males were hospitalized Tuesday night after a stabbing at the Tri Towers apartments on the 200 block of 2nd Avenue East, according to Duluth police. The call for help came in around 8:45 p.m. One man was stabbed in the hand. The other man was stabbed in the arm. Their injuries were considered non-life threatening,…

Taking a Ride on a St. Louis County Snow Plow

Equipment operator, Jason Carlson, takes us on his route through Hermantown

February 12, 2019

Andrew Kirov,

HERMANTOWN, Minn. – With all the recent winter storms, plow drivers across the Northland have been working long shifts, clearing snow from roadways. “It’s just a constant go, go, go. Not really an end in sight,” said St. Louis County equipment operator, Jason Carlson, on his plow route. 2018-19 is Carlson’s fourth winter driving a St. Louis County snow plow….

148th Fighter Wing Has Rich History in the Northland

The history of the fighter wing was covered Tuesday at a special Duluth Chamber of Commerce lunch at the Greysolon Ballroom.

February 12, 2019

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – The 148th Fighter Wing of the Air National Guard has watched over the country and Northland every hour of every day since 1948. The history of the fighter wing was covered Tuesday at a special Duluth Chamber of Commerce lunch at the Greysolon Ballroom. The 148th Fighter Wing Commander said the group is one of only two…

Lake Superior College Hosts 10th Annual Student Success Day

The annual conference is designed to help students explore career options and networking opportunities.

February 12, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – Students at Lake Superior College had the day off from regular classes today to take part in the school’s 10th annual student success day The annual conference is designed to help students explore career options and networking opportunities. Students also participated in dozens of informational sessions like learning about personal wellness. LSC’s goal was to give students…

UMD Pharmacy Students Take Part in Annual Research Symposium

Another pharmacy research symposium was also held today in the Twin Cities at the University of Minnesota.

February 12, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – The annual research symposium was held at the College of Pharmacy today. The event is intended to showcase recent research from students and faculty. Each year a special keynote speaker is invited. Their special guest this year was a clinical pharmacist from Essentia who shared his experiences with research. Organizers are hoping the annual event encourages students…

Superior School District Extends School Day by Seven Minutes To Make Up for Snow Days

In Superior 1,050 instructional hours is required for students in grades 1-6 and 1,137 for students in grades 7- 12.

February 12, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – For the 2018–2019 school year Superior schools set aside two extra days in case school had to close for bad weather. Recent snow falls have pushed the district beyond that cushion. To stay in compliance with the state of Wisconsin, the school district is now making up time by extending each school day by seven minutes starting…

Barnes man Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison for Ashland Homicide

Holton was Found Stabbed in his Home in February 2018

February 12, 2019

Site Staff,

ASHLAND, Wis. – A Barnes, WI man found guilty of first degree reckless homicide has been sentenced to 20 years in prison. 43-year-old Matthew Phillips was convicted Friday in Ashland County Circuit Court in connection with the February death of 52-year-old Marcus Holton of Ashland. Holton, 52, was found stabbed to death in his home in Ashland Feb. 25, 2018….

Charges: Husband Killed Wife, Called 911 in Minnesota

Jansen Remains in Jail

February 12, 2019

The Associated Press,

ANOKA, Minn. – Bail is set at $1 million for a 46-year-old man charged with killing his wife in a northern Minneapolis suburb. Matthew Lynn Jansen of Blaine was charged Monday in Anoka County with second-degree murder. According to the complaint, Jansen called 911 on Friday night and reported he had killed his wife with a gun. He said the…

County Settles for $28,000 in Stauber Email Case

The Board Approved the Settlement in a 6-0 Vote

February 12, 2019

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – In a 6-0 vote the St. Louis County Board has agreed to pay $28,000 to settle a lawsuit filed by the state DFL party. The lawsuit was originally filed last October by the Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party for the release of emails between Pete Stauber and the National Republican Campaign Committee. District Judge Stoney Hiljus ruled in October…

Man Injured in Itasca County Officer Involved Shooting

The Minnesota BCA is Investigating

February 12, 2019

Site Staff,

ITASCA COUNTY, Minn. – A male subject involved in an alleged domestic assault complaint sustained injuries after exchanging gun fire with an Itasca Sheriff Deputy on Sunday evening. According to the Itasca County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a domestic assault call on Sunday at approximately 5:26 p.m. Officers responded to a home on Walker Road near Hill City and…

Essentia Health Fitness and Therapy Center to Relocate to Miller Hill Mall

They Hope to Open This Fall

February 12, 2019

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Essentia Health says they plan to relocate their Fitness and Therapy Center to the first floor of the former Duluth Younkers department store. The new fitness center will fill half of the first floor space and will offer a larger exercise area, more equipment and larger locker rooms. Essentia plans to invest $15 million in the purchase…

Supporting Special Olympics Minnesota with Duluth’s Polar Plunge

The Duluth Polar Plunge is Happening Saturday, February 16, 2019

February 12, 2019

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – The 2019 Duluth Polar Plunge is set to liven up Canal Park on Saturday, February 16, 2019. Participants will first enjoy a pre check-in party at Grandma’s Sports Garden in Canal Park Friday, February 15 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. A day-of check-in will take place at Grandma’s Sports Garden Saturday, February 16 from 11:30 a.m. – 2:00…

Midday Update 2-12-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, February 12, 2019

February 12, 2019

Brett Scott,

Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, Headlines, Local News, midday update, weather

Skate for the Heart at Essentia Duluth Heritage Sports Center

Duluth Parks and Rec is Hosting a Free Skating Event Wednesday, February 13, 2019

February 12, 2019

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Parks and Recreation Division is hosting a Skate for the Heart event on Wednesday, February 13, 2019. There will be a live DJ and “lovely” lighting by Diamond Max Entertainment in addition to Valentine crafts, heart-healthy activities, jump rope challenge, and heart-related science displays. This event is taking place at the Essentia Duluth Heritage Center located at 120…

School Closings, Delays for Tuesday, February 12, 2019

Closings and Delays Due to Winter Weather Tuesday, February 12, 2019

February 12, 2019

Brett Scott,

Birchwood School District – Closed (No after school activities) Mellen School District: CLOSING at 1:00 p.m. (No after school activities) South Shore School District: CLOSING at 12:00 p.m. (No after school activities) Superior School District: All after school athletic practices, extracurricular activities and community events CANCELED Watersmeet Township School District – Closed Categories: News, News – Latest News, School Closings…

Evers Says Wisconsin Joining Group Fighting Climate Change

Evers Says it is Time to Embrace Science

February 12, 2019

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. – Gov. Tony Evers says Wisconsin will be joining the U.S. Climate Alliance, a group that works to implement an international climate accord and combat climate change at the state level. Neighboring Michigan became the 20th state to join the alliance last week. The group was formed in 2017 after President Donald Trump announced plans to withdraw the…

Morning Update 2-12-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, February 12, 2019

February 12, 2019

Brett Scott,

Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, brittney merlot, community, Local News, morning update, News

Teacher Avoids Prison Time for Sexually Assaulting Student

She Will Serve Three Years Probation

February 12, 2019

The Associated Press,

FOND DU LAC, Wis. – A former Ripon High School teacher has been sentenced to probation for having a sexual relationship with a student. Twenty-nine-year-old Samantha Fitzpatrick earlier pleaded guilty to one count of sexual assault of a student by a school staff member. Three other counts, including child enticement, were dismissed. WLUK-TV reports Fond du Lac County Judge Gary…

Walz Will Continue Appeal of Pipeline Project Approval

Walz Announced Tuesday his Administration Will Continue the Effort

February 12, 2019

Site Staff, The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Jim Mone)ST. PAUL, Minn. – Gov. Tim Walz says his administration will continue to appeal regulatory approval of the Enbridge Energy Line 3 pipeline project in northern Minnesota. State utility regulators last summer approved Enbridge Energy’s plans to build a new $2.6 billion pipeline to replace the aging and corroding Line 3. But, former Gov. Mark Dayton’s Department of…

Duluth Public Library Offers Tax Help

Tax prep offered Monday and Saturday

February 11, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Taxes. They can get so confusing and stump even the best of them. If that sounds like you, you may want to pay an extra visit to the Duluth Public Library. On Monday, students from UMD’s Accounting Department were on hand to help with tax prep, free for those with low income, disabilities, and seniors. They say with a…

Apparel Being Sold in K-9 Officer Haas’ Memory

Advantage Emblem and Screen Printing has teamed up with the Duluth Police Department to print K-9 Officer Haas t-shirts to benefit Northland K-9 Foundation.

February 11, 2019

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – As the Northland continues to process the loss of K-9 Officer Haas, one local business is making shirts and sweatshirts in his memory. Advantage Emblem and Screen Printing has teamed up with the Duluth Police Department to print K-9 Officer Haas t-shirts with all proceeds going to the Northland K-9 Foundation. The creation of memorial shirts is…

Minnesota Sea Grant Watches Lake Levels Rise

Levels inching closer to record

February 11, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The turbulent weather this winter hasn’t only dumped tons of snow on the city, but added water to Lake Superior. Minnesota Sea Grant reports that the lake levels have risen, to 602.43 ft as of this January. This has caused some flooding on Park Point, and big waves splashing on Brighton Beach. They say the increase is largely…

Remembering Former Fire Chief Larry Bushey

32-Year Firefighter Passes Away

February 11, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth Fire Department is remembering the life of longtime former Fire Chief Larry Bushey. He passed away Friday at St. Luke’s Hospital, at the age of 85. His visitation will take place Tuesday from 5pm-7pm at Dougherty Funeral Home. He will be buried in Forest Hill Cemetery. There are many remarkable things about Lawrence Bushey, or Larry as…

Homemade Food That’s Downright Kickin’ Delicious

KNOWING YOUR NEIGHBORS: Kickin' Delicious Family Restaurant.

February 11, 2019

Viktoria Capek,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Homegrown, handmade, delicious- Kickin’ Delicious actually. Which just so happens to be the name of Superior’s newest family owned restaurant. Amy Poster worked in restaurants her whole life. A few year’s back the Posters were inspired to tackle a restaurant of their own which is how they found KD’s. It was originally Kathy and Dwayne, named after its first…

Residents Turn to Social Media to Tackle City-Wide Snow Problem

A Facebook page dedicated to walking pedestrians and their safety is gaining momentum.

February 11, 2019

Viktoria Capek,

DULUTH, Minn.- A group of Duluth residents are using social media to educate local property owners of their responsibilities when it comes to clearing snow. The Facebook page ‘We walk in Duluth’ was created by resident Alice Tibbetts, who moved to Duluth in October after seeing what she described as areas of the city not kept up well after a snowfall….

Snowmobile Drivers are Asked to Be Safe After Five Deaths in Wisconsin Over the Weekend

During the 2017-2018 season The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources reported 14 snowmobile deaths and Minnesota reported seven.

February 11, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – Five people are dead after a weekend of snowmobile accidents in Wisconsin. Experts are reminding riders the importance of snowmobiling safety. Knowing the trail you are riding on is one way to ensure safety while riding a snowmobile. Also, it is recommended to never ride alone and to stay on your side of the trail. Speed is…

Safe Driving in Snowy Conditions

One thing to remember is to know your braking system.

February 11, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. -In Duluth alone, there are thousands of drivers on the roads every day. As snowy conditions continue, drivers should take extra care to be safe on the roads. Snow driving safety starts way before you actually hit the road. Drivers should clear their cars of snow and frost from windows. In Minnesota, it is against the law to…

Duluth Library Introduces Readers to Different Books through “Book Bingo”

Instead of numbers, staff called out book titles.

February 11, 2019

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Downtown Duluth Library brought a new meaning to reading and bingo. Today, 20 people at the library received a bingo card. Instead of numbers, staff called out book titles. Each winner received a free book. Grand prize winners also won a gift card to Barnes and Noble. “Book Bingo” started about three years ago and library…

Cruise Ships Postpone This Year’s Duluth Visit

The change comes with the American Steamboat Co. recently acquiring the Victory Cruise Line in January.

February 11, 2019

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – Two popular Great Lakes cruise lines will not be visiting Duluth this summer as scheduled. The change comes with the American Steamboat Co. recently acquiring the Victory Cruise Line in January. Due to January’s close proximity to the summer cruise season, the company decided to postpone the Lake Superior cruises so they could plan their own Superior…

Duluth City Council Votes Down Fire. Dept. Proposals

February 11, 2019

Katharine Huntley,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth City Council voted down two proposals for the fire department at Monday night’s council meeting. The vote to approve needed to be unanimous. Councilor Jay Fosle was the lone vote against. The first proposal was for more turnout gear for firefighters. The back-up gear is necessary while smoke-filled gear is cleaned to rid it of cancer-causing…

Superior School District Will Extend School Days due to Weather

The Change Will be Effective Next Week

February 11, 2019

Site Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Starting Monday February 18 students in the Superior School District will have an additional seven minutes added on to the end of their school day. The decision was announced Monday afternoon in order for the School District to be in compliance with Wisconsin’s Hours of Instruction requirements. Students faced multiple school closing days in recent weeks due…

SnoHub App Reaches Twin Ports

The Future of Snow Clearing

February 11, 2019

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – A mobile app that makes it easier to order up someone to remove snow from your property has made its way to Duluth. According to its website, SnoHub is a snow removal service that acts a lot like Uber where you can order snow removal on demand. Pricing is then determined by location, length of driveway and…

Essentia Health Purchases Former Miller Hill Mall Younkers Location

February 11, 2019

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The former Younkers store in the Miller Hill Mall has been purchased by Essentia Health, according to hospital officials. The announcement came Monday afternoon with the company saying in a press release, “Essentia Health has purchased the former Younkers store at the Miller Hill Mall in Duluth. The acquisition will allow the Northland’s largest health care provider…