DULUTH, Minn. — The annual Community Connect took off Thursday at the Damiano Center. Nearly 400 people took advantage of everything the center is offering. The Damiano Center is partnering up with organizations such as Safe Haven, CHUM, and St Louis County. They provided different services that is accessible for anyone. Such as haircuts, a hot meal and over thirty…
DULUTH, Minn. – A terminal at Duluth’s Sky Harbor Airport was named in memory of a Northland native, and the “father of manned space flight,” on Thursday. The late Dr. Robert R. Gilruth, who grew up in Duluth, is considered by NASA to be the father of the United States’ manned space program. Naming Sky Harbor’s new terminal after Dr….
SUPERIOR, Wis. — As the seasons change, so does the produce at local farmers markets. One location in Superior is nearing the end of its season. The Superior Downtown Farmers Market on Banks Avenue has a wide variety to choose from. That includes different types of squash, tomatoes, apples, and baked goods. One local says she comes to the market…
DULUTH, Minn. — 500 community educators from all over the state gathering at the DECC Wednesday. They got to learn from one another and improve local school districts and communities. The Minnesota Community Education Association meets every year. In 2020, the most recent Duluth conference was cancelled. But now, the DECC is hosting the largest MCEA since the pandemic. Breakout…
DULUTH, Minn.– After enduring a ski accident back in 2021, it left 17-year-old Duluth native paralyzed. It became an injury that inspired him to help others. “I became a wheelchair user. And not just a wheelchair user. But I had to deal with the chronic symptoms that came along with spinal cord injuries. Like bowel and bladder management, taking care…
DULUTH, Minn. – A new housing development in West Duluth is nearly move-in ready. Housing shortages aren’t new or exclusive to Duluth, but some business leaders are hoping to drive development. Northland Housing Partners is a non-profit formed by CEOs from several local companies including Essentia Health and Maurices, that invests in funding developers to complete housing projects in the…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Some prospective workers are getting the chance to tour manufacturing facilities this week. Minnesota’s Statewide Tour of Manufacturing is taking place through Friday. From Grand Rapids to Superior, WI, over 30 businesses across the northland are opening their doors for hundreds of high school students. Wednesday, students toured Barko Hydraulics in Superior, getting a first hand experience…
AITKIN, Minn. — Human remains were found inside a camper after a fire in Shamrock Township. The Aitkin County Sheriff’s Office says a call came in at 8:17 a.m. on Monday regarding a camper and vehicle that had burned overnight at a residence. Authorities located human remains in the camper and transported them to the Ramsey County Medical Examiner’s Office…
Another critical connection around the Blatnik Bridge is getting close to re-opening to traffic. The Minnesota Department of Transportation told FOX 21 that a newly constructed section of Garfield Avenue is expected to reopen Nov. 11. This means drivers will be able to exit the Blatnik by taking Garfield Avenue and other access points with the port area and near…
DULUTH, Minn. — It’s been exactly one year since Duluth city councilors said they were blindsided by a $1 million emergency line of credit request from the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center (DECC). But on Tuesday, the DECC board publicly celebrated that not a dime of the line of credit had been touched, and new revenue is up. Board President Peter…
DULUTH, Minn.– The 20th annual ‘Senior Go Show’ was back at the DECC today. Around 100 experts on life and retirement gave seniors 55 and older a fun day to engage with each other. They got to learn about all types of resources and products catered toward their age group. There was also a spot to get flu and COVID…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– Early voting has begun in Superior exactly two weeks before Election Day. This year, there are now three different places to cast votes in Superior. You can find them at the Bong Musuem, fire department headquarters and the Government Center. Voting is taking place Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM. At a press event today,…
DULUTH, Minn.– 17-year-old Mason Branstrator became paralyzed from the waist down after a skiing accident back in 2021. While conquering those hardships, he learned how to get his story out there and inspire others through his experiences. Now, the 21-year-old has been inspired to begin a new hobby after this incident. He is now doing content creating and helping others who…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — One roadside pumpkin patch is all about creating an experience when picking the best gourd. DC’s Best Pumpkin Patch in Superior has over 1,000 pumpkins to choose from. They offer a wide variety with different colors and shapes. And more than just pumpkins with hay and other seasonal vegetables to check out. The patch manager says the…
DULUTH, Minn. — Final design work is underway for a new state-of-the-art scoreboard at AMSOIL Arena. And there’s a rare sponsorship opportunity on it. The section up for ownership is where the current Pepsi logo is facing down on center ice. DECC officials say it’s a prime spot to get in front of thousands of UMD Bulldog fans during games…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– Superior Goats got their start this past summer. Owner Selinda Van Horn got a call to action, when she realized just how difficult plant removal can be. “We’ve been using the goats to clear our own property. And so, we thought well, there are other owners that could benefit this. And there are areas where you can’t get…
DULUTH, Minn. — Workforce challenges continue to plague all types of industries across the country and here in the Northland. But there’s a push in Duluth to try to help. Monday morning at Clyde Iron Works, around 40 employers took part in the second-annual Workforce Solutions Series. It’s a collaborative effort between the city of Duluth’s, the Duluth-Area Chamber of…
DULUTH, Minn. — While one death is too many, Duluth’s top cop is hoping the city is finally turning the corner on the opioid crisis after a record number of overdoses and deaths in 2023. “I’m cautiously optimistic that our numbers are starting to trend in the right direction, and I think it is a significant reduction from this time,…
FOND DU LAC, Minn.– A new podcast in Duluth is focusing on peeling back the layers of movers and shakers in the city, and why they choose to live here. “Light Skin Pod” is a podcast shot in a garage in the Fond Du Lac neighborhood. But this isn’t just any old garage. It’s almost like a Hollywood set, with…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– A local business is helping others with property maintenance by using their own goats! Superior Goats got their start just last summer. They travel to different properties, and let the goats do the work. The herd chows down on invasive plants, and other pesky weeds. The owner of Superior goats told Fox 21, It’s an environmentally friendly alternative…
DULUTH, Minn.– Two giant pumpkins have made their way into the Northland, and they’re getting carved up to perfection! The pumpkins, weighing in at nearly 1,300 pounds each are on display at the Pier B hotel. The giant gourds were grown at Jerry’s Pumpkin Patch in Sturgeon Lake. And they were planted all the way back in early May. The…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Police Department is highlighting the importance of a drug-free community this week. The Red Ribbon Campaign is in partnership with the United States Drug Enforcement Administration. It honors Enrique ‘Kiki’ Camarena, a DEA special Agent who was killed by drug traffickers in 1985. Duluth squad cars will have red magnets on them for the week….
SUPERIOR, Wis. — The people of Superior came together to carve on Sunday. The Superior Community Garden Association hosting their annual Harvest Festival which included snacks, a grill out and of course pumpkin carving. They say that they hope to build a community through a shared love for growing and harvesting fresh food. “Our motivation is to provide a space…
CLOQUET, Minn. — A homemade haunt is opening its doors again this spooky season. The Haunted Hawthorne in Cloquet has grown bigger and bigger each year, thanks to the efforts of family and friends. Fox 21 caught up with the owners and some of the cast who say, they do it for the thrill of frights and fun. “Last year…
DULUTH, Minn. — What better way to get into the fall mood than with a cup of hot apple cider. Spirit of the Lake Community Arts (SOLCA) hosted its annual Apple Cider Fest on Saturday. The event was filled with all kinds of apple activities including the chance to make your own apple cider by hand. From smashing and juicing…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Chilly Billy’s is bringing frozen treats over the bridge with its new location. Chilly Billy’s is holding a grand opening for its new Superior location this weekend, serving up frozen yogurt flavors, acai bowls and toppings. Customers can top their creations with everything from fresh fruit to candy to syrups. The new Superior fro-yo shop is offering…
DULUTH, Minn. – A figure known for his dedication to the state and district he represented, Former Minnesota Rep. Rick Nolan has died at the age of 80. Nolan’s first stint in politics lasted from 1969 to 1985, during which he served in the Minnesota and U.S. House of Representatives. His political career wouldn’t resume until several decades later when…
DULUTH, Minn. — The pumpkin train is back in town at the North Shore Scenic Railroad! This weekend people can hop aboard the Great Pumpkin Train and take a trip to a pumpkin patch. When there you can explore and of course pick up the perfect jack-o-lantern pumpkin. The fall fun doesn’t stop at there, back at Depot there is…
DULUTH, Minn.– A Duluth police officer put down his badge and picked up a book for some reading time with kids. It’s all part of the police department’s “story time with a cop” program. Sgt. Ethan Roe read to children at Barnes and Noble at the Miller Hill Mall. It was a perfect opportunity to give the students something fun…
HIBBING, Minn. — A Hibbing inmate is back in custody after an extensive search took place. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office says Laron Lyndell Brown went to the Fairview Range Medical Center after telling staff he had chest pains. When he was cleared to return to the St. Louis County Jail in Hibbing, he escaped on foot. Authorities say…
CLOQUET, Minn.– Federal funding is coming to the Carlton County Cloquet Airport for infrastructure improvements. The $241,149 grant will build a new hangar for aircraft storage. The new storage is 11,500 square feet. US Senator Amy Klobuchar visited the airport today and got a tour of the facilities. She expressed importance with aviation, and making sure airports have adequate funding…
PIKE TOWNSHIP, Minn. — A 22-year-old is dead after a car crash that happened Friday morning north of Virginia. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office says they responded to a vehicle rollover in the 6300 block of Pike Township at 7:30 a.m. Authorities say the vehicle was going southbound on Highway 21 and lost control. It rolled until the car…
DULUTH, Minn. — Former Minnesota Representative Rick Nolan has passed away. The Minnesota DFL announcing the news Friday morning. Nolan was 80 years old. Nolan served as the U.S. Representative from Minnesota’s 8th congressional district from 2013 to 2019. He previously served Minnesota’s 6th congressional district from 1975 to 1981. There is no word on the cause of death. A…
DULUTH, Minn.– The Minnesota State Fire Chiefs Annual Conference has kicked off at the DECC. Over 500 attendees from fire departments across the state gathered to learn more about the latest and greatest in tactics, equipment firetrucks, and resources. They’re doing two days of training and workshops. That being said, the DECC is hosting also a vendor show. Being able…
VIRGINIA, Minn. — The Virginia Police Department was dispatched to a fight Wednesday evening. According to the report, a 38-year-old male was being punched repeatedly by two other males. One of the males possibly had a knife. This happened around 7:30 at night on the 200 block of 3rd South Street. Upon arrival, Virginia Police spoke with a juvenile male…
Chisholm, Minn. — A garage and house fire in Chisholm caused severe damage on the evening of Thursday, October 17, but thankfully, no injuries were reported. Photo Courtesy: Friends of the Northland FireWire According to Friends of the Northland FireWire, the fire was reported around 9 p.m. in the 600 block of 13th Street Northwest. Firefighters from Chisholm, Hibbing, and…
Vandals have struck again at the Piedmont Soccer Organization facilities, and the non-profit needs your financial help to get back up and running. The soccer shed’s overhead door has been damaged to the point it needs to be replaced. A bench was also busted up. Kiki Watts, the association’s president said, the spray paint on the shed’s door was from…
BROOKSTON, Minn. — The body of a woman missing for days in the Brookston area was located Thursday. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office said Nori Pribble, 51, was found dead in a wooded area off a logging road just south of the 8800 block McCamus Road in Brookston. Pribble went missing around 11 p.m. Sunday. Investigators do not suspect…
A Gilbert man convicted in the 2013 overdose death of his girlfriend is headed back to prison for 13 years involving the overdose deaths of two people. Bryan Joseph Hodapp, 37, got his sentence Thursday in United States Dist. Court of Minneapolis for “conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine.” The sentencing stems from the 2022 overdose deaths of two men in Biwabik…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — With the stress that school can bring, what better way to unwind than by spending time with a furry friend! This event is all part of UW-Superior’s monthly de-stress day they’re doing this fall. With having the dog on campus, students are able to learn healthy coping mechanisms for managing stress. In addition, they learn about resources…
DULUTH, Minn. — Fans of Duluth’s Best Bread will be excited to hear the local business is expanding its hours at its downtown Duluth and Superior locations. Responding to years of customer requests, Duluth’s Best Bread will now be open Tuesday through Sunday until 8 p.m. We caught up with owner Robert Lillegard and his family to hear about what…
Duluth, Minn. — Early voting is officially open in Minnesota, giving you the chance to cast your ballot ahead of November 5. For City of Duluth residents, like Corey Salmela, the early polling site is City Hall. Corey will be gone on election day, so he stopped by to vote today, with the presidential race in mind. “Well I think…
ESKO, Minn.– With MEA weekend right around the corner, Esko High School had a day filled with stories, advice, and insight into potential careers! Eleventh graders are able to make personal connections with 22 different members of the work force. Ranging from service members in the National Guard, healthcare workers, employees from Cirrus Aircraft as well as some musicians. Our…
DULUTH, Minn. — Starting Thursday, Oct. 17, the Gary New Duluth Recreation Center will be hosting its annual fall rummage sale. The rec center hosts two rummage sales a year, one in the spring and one in the fall. The sales started as a way to raise money for the community, including the now completed skate park. You can get…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Superior police have confirmed bones discovered at a construction site Tuesday morning are from an animal, not a human. Police got the call around 10:45 a.m. Tuesday in the 600 block of North 5th Street. Superior police said workers were conducting excavation when they discovered bones six feet below ground. A superior police detective collected several of…
The city of Duluth’s chief administrative officer, David Montgomery, provided an update Monday night on the internal investigation involving Mayor Roger Reinert’s girlfriend and former campaign manager directly handling city business since he took office in January. At Tuesday’s city council meeting, Montgomery said the internal review by the City Attorney’s Office has been completed. But for full transparency purposes,…
DULUTH, Minn. — The American Heart Association is celebrating a record amount of donations by customers at Super One Foods — $90,000 worth. For the month of September customers at dozens of Super One locations across Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan could round up their total bill at the register or simply make a donation toward the cause. The American Heart…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — A brand-new stadium at UW-Superior is being celebrated with an award ceremony. A collaboration with Superior Choice Credit Union made this possible. The stadium is just the beginning when it comes to this partnership. The SCCU is being presented with the Universities of Wisconsin Regents Business Partnership Award. They’re aiming to enhance financial literacy and create internships…
DULUTH, Minn. — Local children facing life-threatening illnesses was the focus of a children’s charity gala in Duluth. The Northern Lights Foundation hosted the event at the DECC. More than 100 silent auction items were on display including everything from concert tickets to see Justin Timberlake, to a weekend getaway to Lake Tahoe. The Northern Lights Foundation is a Duluth…
DULUTH, Minn.– 20 Minnesota Power line workers and 7 support staff are currently assisting with restoring power to homes in Tampa and removing downed trees and other debris from harsh winds. After the devastation that hurricane Milton caused in the Tampa Bay region, the aftermath is still affecting residents in the area. The crew members have been hard at work…
