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Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Friday, October 23

October 23, 2020

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 129,863 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Friday morning and 13 new deaths bringing the death total to 2,314 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 2,614,124 tests have been completed to date. There are 114,679 patients who no longer require isolation. So far, 9,338 patients have required hospitalization…

A Large Drug Trafficking Ring Dismantled By Duluth Police & Other Law Enforcement Agencies

Nearly 50 people are now being charged after a year-long investigation focused in Duluth, Rochester, and on the Iron Range brought down this drug operation.

October 22, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Police Department and a string of other law enforcement agencies including the Lake Superior Drug and Violent Crime Taskforce have shut down a significant drug trafficking ring that extended throughout Greater Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa. Duluth police say this is the largest drug bust in history for the region. Nearly 50 people are now being…

Superior Seeing Lower Unemployment Numbers

After high unemployment rates in the spring, the Mayor attributes the drop in those numbers to more businesses opening up.

October 22, 2020

Reece Lindquist,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – The Wisconsin’s Department of Workforce Development has recently released unemployment numbers showing a decline in the month of September for Superior. After high unemployment rates in the spring, the Mayor attributes the drop in those numbers to more businesses opening up. The city saw numbers drop from 21% in April to just under 7% in September. That…

Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Thursday, October 22

October 22, 2020

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 128,152 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Thursday morning and 20 new deaths bringing the death total to 2,301 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 2,587,268 tests have been completed to date. There are 113,976 patients who no longer require isolation. So far, 9,226 patients have required hospitalization…

Liberal Legal Group Formed Ahead of Election in Wisconsin

October 22, 2020

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A new legal group has been created just days before the election by Wisconsin attorneys who have represented Democrats and others opposed to Republicans on issues ranging from redistricting to the lame-duck legislative session. Law Forward said Thursday that its focus will be defending Wisconsin’s “progressive traditions” and fighting voter suppression in the election. The group…

Maple Schools Among Area Districts Facing Substitute Teacher Shortage

The district recently increased substitute teacher pay from $100 a day to $150.

October 22, 2020

Reece Lindquist,

MAPLE, Wisc. – The Maple School District is under pressure to add more substitute teachers. “If there were about half of our total population of subs before who said no, I’m not willing to do it even though I love kids. I don’t know what amount of money it’s going to take. I would be thrilled if we get all…

St. Luke’s New 3D Mammogram Machine Makes More Detailed Breast Cancer Scans Accessible in Superior

The first 3D system in Superior allowing patients to get more detailed scans without traveling as far as Hibbing or Mountain Iron.

October 21, 2020

Arman Rahman,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- A new machine unveiled at St. Luke’s Mariner Medical Center in Superior will now provide more detailed 3D mammograms, which are known to detect cancer earlier. The new Hologic 3D Mammography system captures 15 different images for each scan and divides them into one milometer layers so doctors can scan the breast tissue for abnormalities — detecting cancers…

Wisconsin Records Record-High Virus Deaths With 48

October 21, 2020

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin recorded its highest one-day total of new COVID-19 deaths on Wednesday and the first patient was admitted to a field hospital near Milwaukee that opened last week to help hospitals coping with the influx of patients. The surge that began in early September showed no signs of slowing with 48 new deaths reported Wednesday and…

Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Wednesday, October 21

October 21, 2020

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 126,591 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Wednesday morning and 35 new deaths bringing the death total to 2,281 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 2,560,520 tests have been completed to date. There are 113,158 patients who no longer require isolation. So far, 9,147 patients have required hospitalization…

More Than 75,000 People Voted in-Person in Wisconsin

October 21, 2020

The Associated Press,

(Angela Major/The Janesville Gazette via AP) MADISON, Wis. (AP) — More than 75,000 people cast their ballots in-person on Tuesday, the first day that was available in battleground Wisconsin, the state elections commission reported. Mail-in absentee voting has been available since September and more than 1 million people have already returned their ballots that way. Taken together with the 75,518 who voted…

In-Person Early Voting Begins In Wisconsin

October 20, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – As election day inches closer, the opening of polling locations in Wisconsin for in-person early voting is part of ensuring the opportunity for everyone’s voice to be heard. The polling site at the government center in superior typically sees a strong turn out for elections, but this year is different. So far, the Superior City Clerks office…

Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Tuesday, October 20

October 20, 2020

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 125,531 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Tuesday morning and 7 new deaths bringing the death total to 2,246 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 2,543,648 tests have been completed to date. There are 111,634 patients who no longer require isolation. So far, 9,042 patients have required hospitalization…

Community Notification: Sex Offender Living in Superior

October 20, 2020

Site Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Superior Police Department released a community notification of a sex offender living in Superior Tuesday morning. The notice says that 46-year-old Matthew McIntosh was convicted in Minnesota of first-degree criminal sexual conduct and third-degree criminal sexual conduct on September 28. McIntosh will be residing on the 4000 Block of East 2nd Street in Superior. He is…

Wisconsin Resumes COVID-19 Updates After Weekend Upgrade

October 20, 2020

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The Wisconsin Department of Health Services has restarted its daily COVID-19 update dashboard after a weekend upgrade and reported nearly triple its normal number of negative tests as it caught up. The 42,131 total tests reflected in its Monday update surpassed the previous one-day high of 18,682 results recorded 11 days earlier, WMTV-TV reported. That number…

Snow Blower Repair Shops Already Booking Up

October 19, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

DULUTH, Minn. – As more snow heads toward the Northland, you don’t want want to wait any longer to get your snowblower in for repair. To make sure your equipment is ready before the snow begins to fall, experts say to get it into a shop for a tune-up. This particular service examines the snowblower and provides the opportunity to…

Wisconsin Judge Reimposes Gov. Evers’ 25 Percent Capacity Limit for Indoor Places

While some business owners in Superior weren't happy with the order, "I think it's a good idea," said the owner of Thirsty Pagan Brewing.

October 19, 2020

Arman Rahman,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Once again a 25 percent capacity restriction on indoor public places in Wisconsin is back in effect Monday, reimposed by a Wisconsin judge. Governor Tony Evers issued the order on Oct. 6th, amid a surge of coronavirus cases across the state. More action must be done, he said, to avoid overwhelming Wisconsin’s healthcare systems. About a week later…

Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Monday, October 19

October 19, 2020

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 124,439 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Monday morning and 5 new deaths bringing the death total to 2,239 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 2,531,998 tests have been completed to date. There are 109,963 patients who no longer require isolation. So far, 8,916 patients have required hospitalization…

Spooktacular Events Planned for Superior’s Annual Halloween Celebration

Superior Spooktacular Events Begin the Week of October 19

October 19, 2020

Brett Scott,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s Superior Spooktacular will move forward, with safety guidelines and altered events in place. The fun kicks off the week of October 19 with home decorating contest. Nearly two dozen entries were selected this year. A list will be posted on the Superior Spooktacular Facebook page with addresses of the qualifying homes….

Judge Puts Wisconsin Capacity Limit Order Back Into Effect

October 19, 2020

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – A Wisconsin judge has reimposed an order from Gov. Tony Evers’ administration limiting the number of people who can gather in bars, restaurants, and other indoor places to 25% of capacity. The capacity limits order was issued Oct. 6 in the face of surging coronavirus cases in Wisconsin. But a judge blocked the order on Oct….

Wisconsin State Park Visits Surge Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

October 19, 2020

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — More people are flocking to Wisconsin state parks amid the coronavirus pandemic. WMTV-TV reports that state parks officials report a 12% increase in both visitation and camping. The Department of Natural Resources said it pulled in more than $15 million from vehicle admission fees and trail passes from January through August. That’s a 21% increase from the…

Little Boat that Could: 2nd Grade Duluth Class Boat Survives 27 Years on Lake

An Ashland couple discovered the small wooden vessel on its journey to the ocean.

October 19, 2020

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Ships coming in off Lake Superior is a common sight on Northland shores. But a small wooden boat found on the Apostle Islands has a history as long as a barge, starting in Duluth in 1993. “We were just in the right place at the right time,” said Mike BeBeau Sunday. Mike and his wife Lynn happened upon…

Superior Police Hear Shooting Outside Businesses During Patrol, One Injured

October 18, 2020

Alexandra Burnley,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Superior police officers who were on patrol heard a shooting happen outside of two businesses just after 2 a.m. on Sunday morning, according to a press release from the city’s police department. Officers were near Tower Avenue and North 7th Street when they heard a gun, or guns, go off. When they got to the scene, police…

2021 Apostle Islands Sled Dog Race Canceled Due to COVID

October 16, 2020

Site Staff,

BAYFIELD COUNTY, Wis. – The 2021 Apostle Islands Sled Rog Race has been canceled. The Bayfield Chamber & Visitor Bureau made the announcement Friday in a Facebook post saying the event has been canceled due to the “safety of Bayfield area residents, employees, and visitors during this COVID-19 pandemic.” The 26th annual event was scheduled to take place on February…

Wisconsin Breaks Record for Virus Cases Third Time in Week

October 16, 2020

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin has broken the record for new positive coronavirus cases for the third time in a week as a surge that began in early September shows no signs of abating. The state also hit record highs for daily deaths and hospitalizations this week. Also on Friday, a third lawsuit was filed arguing that Democratic Gov. Tony…

Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Friday, October 16

October 16, 2020

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 119,396 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Friday morning and 13 new deaths bringing the death total to 2,212 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 2,448,315 tests have been completed to date. There are 105,120 patients who no longer require isolation. So far, 8,718 patients have required hospitalization…

Wisconsin Sets Daily Record for Virus Cases, Again

October 15, 2020

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin has hit a new daily high for positive coronavirus cases for the second time this week, a surge that the state’s chief health officer is calling a crisis. There were 3,747 new cases reported Thursday, breaking the record of 3,279, set on Tuesday. To date, there have been more than 162,000 positive cases and 1,553…

Wisconsin Public Schools Enrollment Drop Adds to Virus Woes

October 15, 2020

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Wisconsin education officials said Thursday that enrollment at public schools in the state has dropped 3% this year, adding more misery to funding problems created by the coronavirus. The numbers decline could further hurt districts already in a financial inch because of the extra costs associated with the COVID-19 pandemic, such as more laptops and internet…

Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Thursday, October 15

October 15, 2020

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 117,106 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Thursday morning and 19 new deaths bringing the death total to 2,199 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 2,403,811 tests have been completed to date. There are 104,547 patients who no longer require isolation. So far, 8,652 patients have required hospitalization…

Cooking Connection: MISO Desserts and Catering Cooks Pan-Seared Chicken Breast

October 15, 2020

Arman Rahman, Ken Slama,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- In this week’s Cooking Connection, MISO Desserts and Catering teaches FOX21 Meteorologist Ken Slama how to make pan-seared chicken breast with green beans and roasted potatoes. MISO Desserts and Catering out of Superior offers wedding, event, and corporate catering, and more. Check out their website for details. Categories: Cooking Connection, News, News – Latest News, Wisconsin Tags: MISO…

Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Wednesday, October 14

October 14, 2020

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 115,943 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Wednesday morning and 29 new deaths bringing the death total to 2,180 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 2,383,527 tests have been completed to date. There are 103,830 patients who no longer require isolation. So far, 8,585 patients have required hospitalization…

Wisconsin Judge Blocks Governor’s Order Limiting Capacity

October 14, 2020

The Associated Press,

(William Glasheen/The Post-Crescent via AP) MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A Wisconsin judge on Wednesday temporarily blocked an order from Gov. Tony Evers’ administration limiting the number of people who can gather in bars, restaurants, and other indoor places, a move that comes as the state breaks records for new coronavirus cases, deaths and hospitalizations. The Tavern League of Wisconsin sued…

Wisconsin Tells Foxconn No Tax Credits Without New Deal

October 13, 2020

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin has told Foxconn Technology Group that it won’t qualify for billions of dollars in state tax credits unless it strikes a new deal for a scaled-back factory complex. State officials have told Taiwan-based Foxconn since last year that it wouldn’t qualify for the tax credits without revisions to its 2017 contract given that the scope…

Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Tuesday, October 13

October 13, 2020

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 114,574 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Tuesday morning and 7 new deaths bringing the death total to 2,151 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 2,355,124 tests have been completed to date. There are 102,624 patients who no longer require isolation. So far, 8,500 patients have required hospitalization…

Douglas County has First COVID-19 Related Death

October 12, 2020

Site Staff,

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Wis. – Douglas County Public Health announced on Monday that they have confirmed the first COVID-19 related death in the county. The individual was in their 90’s and was a resident at an assisted living facility in Superior. “Our hearts go out to the grieving families and community members affected by COVID-19,” stated Kathy Ronchi, Douglas County Health…

Chief: No Reason to Fire Wisconsin Officer Who Killed Teen

October 12, 2020

The Associated Press,

(Gary Monreal/Monreal Photography LLC/Wauwatosa Police Department via AP) MILWAUKEE (AP) — The police chief of a Milwaukee suburb that has seen protests and unrest since an officer was cleared of criminal wrongdoing in the fatal shooting of a Black teenager says he sees no reason why the officer should be fired. Wauwatosa police Chief Barry Weber said in a news…

Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Monday, October 12

October 12, 2020

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 113,439 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Monday morning and 3 new deaths bringing the death total to 2,144 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 2,337,122 tests have been completed to date. There are 101,376 patients who no longer require isolation. So far, 8,421 patients have required hospitalization…

Wisconsin Judge Upholds Mask Order for Enclosed Spaces

October 12, 2020

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A Wisconsin judge has upheld Gov. Tony Evers’ mask mandate in the face of a conservative challenge. St. Croix County Circuit Judge R. Michael Waterman ruled Monday that Evers did not overstep his authority by issuing multiple emergency orders on the coronavirus. Evers says the mask order was within his power and that he has followed…

Earth Rider Brewery Brings German Culture to Superior with Annual Oktoberfest

The whole-day event included music, stein-holding and hammer-striking competitions, and of course plenty of beer.

October 10, 2020

Arman Rahman,

SUPERIOR, Wis.-The sounds of polka filled Earth Rider Brewery in Superior for their annual Oktoberfest celebration Sunday. The whole-day event included music, stein-holding and hammer-striking competitions, and of course plenty of beer. Some changes to this year’s festival included requiring masks in certain areas, and limiting attendance to only 200 advanced tickets. But staff at the brewery said it was…

Harbor House Adds Permanent Housing for Homeless

The Tabitha Apartments on Harris street in Superior recently announced they are opening up four rooms.

October 9, 2020

Reece Lindquist,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – Superior now has more options for permanent housing for the homeless. The Tabitha Apartments on Harris street in Superior recently announced they are opening up four rooms. Although residents still haven’t moved in yet, directors of the organization say this is a big step in reducing the homeless population in the community. “We’re just trying to help…

Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Friday, October 9

October 9, 2020

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 109,312 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Friday morning and 14 new deaths bringing the death total to 2,121 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 2,256,165 tests have been completed to date. There are 97,715 patients who no longer require isolation. So far, 8,251 patients have required hospitalization…

Pence to Visit Waukesha as Wisconsin Coronavirus Cases Soar

October 9, 2020

The Associated Press,

WAUKESHA, Wis. (AP) — Vice President Mike Pence plans to make a campaign stop Tuesday at a manufacturing company in the Milwaukee suburb of Waukesha, the Trump campaign announced Thursday. Pence will speak at Weldall Manufacturing, which does large-scale fabrication work. Doors open at 10 a.m. Tuesday for the noon event. While President Donald Trump remains sidelined as he recovers from COVID-19,…

New Art Exhibit at UWS Explores Struggles With Alcoholism

October 8, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – A new exhibit is now showing in the Kruk Art Gallery at The University of Wisconsin-Superior. The exhibition called Aqua Vitae features the work of two artists exploring their own struggles with alcoholism. The visual imagery also looks deeper into the triggers and the problematic relationships these artists have had with alcohol. “I think it’s really fascinating…

Tensions Rise as Virus Cases Surge in Wisconsin, Dakotas

October 8, 2020

The Associated Press,

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — A surge of coronavirus cases in Wisconsin and the Dakotas are forcing a scramble for hospital beds and rising political tensions, as the Upper Midwest and Plains emerge as one of the nation’s most troubling hotspots. The three states now lead all others in new cases per capita, after months in which many residents and…

Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Thursday, October 8

October 8, 2020

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 107,922 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Thursday morning and 8 new deaths bringing the death total to 2,107 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 2,224,194 tests have been completed to date. There are 97,254 patients who no longer require isolation. So far, 8,187 patients have required hospitalization…

Kids Learn to Skate for Free With Superior Amateur Hockey Association

At least 40 kids were out on the ice Wednesday, inching along behind their chairs.

October 7, 2020

Arman Rahman,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The ice at the Superior Ice Arena is now open, but on Wednesday it was filled not only with skates, but chairs supporting small skaters, as the Superior Amateur Hockey Association (SAHA) taught kids how to skate. “I like skating,” said one 5-year-old beginner, Hillary Davis. SAHA delayed starting their free learn-to-skate program this year due to the…

Family, Friends Remember Apple Fest Founder

"Jim was a huge inspirational character in this area. Just missing him drive by and waving. It was a kind of a daily routine."

October 7, 2020

Reece Lindquist,

Credit: Erickson Orchards & Country Store BAYFIELD, Wisc. – For the first time in decades, the Apple Fest didn’t happen last weekend, but crowds still showed up for some of the usual activities. “It was great. The people that came here were fantastic,” Erickson Orchards Owner, Fred Erickson says. Instead of the usual vendors setting up booths downtown, visitors ventured…

Superior Businesses React To New Mandate To Limit Capacities

October 7, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Cases continue to steadily rise in Wisconsin. Starting Thursday, Governor Tony Evers is limiting the capacity for indoor places like bars, restaurants, and stores across the state to help reduce the public’s exposure to the virus. The newly issued order only allows these indoor businesses in Wisconsin to operate with 25% capacity or less. For some of…

New Cobblestone Hotel Headed For Superior Breaks Ground

October 7, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Dozens gathered to celebrate the official groundbreaking of the new Cobblestone Hotel and Suites expected to be built on Tower Avenue in Superior. The new hotel will include 60 rooms including a mixture of suites. A high-end steak house will also take residency at Cobblestone, which will serve specialty wines and craft beers from wisconsin. Cobblestone has…

Wisconsin Activates Field Hospital as COVID Keeps Surging

October 7, 2020

The Associated Press,

(Steve Apps/Wisconsin State Journal via AP, File) MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin’s governor has announced the opening of a field hospital at the state fairgrounds as a surge in COVID-19 cases threatens to overwhelm hospitals. According to the state Department of Health Services, only 16% of the state’s 11,452 hospital beds are available as of Tuesday afternoon. We hoped this day…

Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Wednesday, October 7

October 7, 2020

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 106,651 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Wednesday morning and 14 new deaths bringing the death total to 2,101 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 2,195,882 tests have been completed to date. There are 96,616 patients who no longer require isolation. So far, 8,089 patients have required hospitalization…