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Stuffed Animals Are Spending the Night at Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center

The Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center is Located at 305 East 2nd Street in Superior

March 12, 2020

Brett Scott,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Stuffies are invading the Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center in Superior Friday, March 13. The Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center is hosting their 3rd Annual Stuffie Boot Camp. The camp, lead by Sgt. Presley, is designed to be a fun and educational event for children Pre-K through third grade or for anyone who has a…

UWS Extends Spring Break, Moves Classes Online for Coronavirus; WITC Weighing Options

UWS moves to online classes until April.

March 11, 2020

Arman Rahman,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- College campuses in Superior are making adjustments and preparations for the Coronavirus. University of Wisconsin Superior is extending its Spring Break and moving all classes online until April, and WITC is considering alternate delivery modes for classes. “I like staying busy. So part of me, I don’t mind it,” UWS Student Body President Zack Abt said. “It’ll be…

UMD, UWS Extend Spring Break; Classes Moving Online When Students Return

March 11, 2020

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — The University of Minnesota Duluth and the University of Wisconsin-Superior have announced they are extending spring break and moving classes online when students return because of the growing concerns involving the COVID-19 strain of the coronavirus. Below are the two official releases from each university. UMD: Dear students, faculty, and staff, As the challenges presented by COVID-19…

University of Superior Extending Spring Break, Suspending Face-To-Face Classes due to Coronavirus

March 11, 2020

Site Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – University of Wisconsin-Superior Chancellor Renee Wachter announced on Wednesday that the UWS campus will begin taking precautions to help slow the potential spread of coronavirus in the region effective next week: We are acting out of an abundance of caution and taking proactive steps to better prepare in case our area becomes impacted. In addition, we are…

University of Wisconsin Madison Suspending Face-To-Face Instruction

March 11, 2020

Site Staff,

MADISON, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin-Madison announced on Wednesday that they will be suspending spring semester face-to-face instruction due to coronavirus concerns. According to a message from the Chancellor posted to the University’s website on Wednesday, the suspension will be effective Monday, March 23 and will continue at least through Friday, April 10. Additionally, students are being asked to…

City Of Superior Follows Lead Of Douglas County’s Public Health Department During Coronavirus Concerns

March 10, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Over in Wisconsin, a third person has also been found with coronavirus. We spoke with Superior city leadership about how they hope to battle the virus. The city officials tell us they are following the lead of Douglas County’s Public Health Department when it comes to educating the community. Superior Mayor Jim Paine says they are also…

Third Wisconsin Person Tests Positive for New Coronavirus

March 10, 2020

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – A third person in Wisconsin, and the second in Dane County, has tested positive for the coronavirus. State health officials announced the latest positive case on Tuesday. The news came on the same day that the Osceola School District in western Wisconsin canceled classes so that its facilities could be thoroughly cleaned because someone sickened by…

Osceola Schools Closed Due to Coronavirus Concerns

March 10, 2020

The Associated Press,

OSCEOLA, Wis. (AP) – Classes have been canceled at a school district in western Wisconsin Tuesday because someone sickened by the coronavirus attended an event there over the weekend. The Osceola School District is just north of Pierce County where a second Wisconsin case of the coronavirus was confirmed late Monday. The vast majority of people recover from the new…

SilverSneakers: Active Older Adults Slide into Exercise at the Superior YMCA

ACTIVE ADVENTURES: Superior Family YMCA Hosts 65+ Workout Classes

March 6, 2020

Brittney Merlot,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. — In this weeks Active Adventures Fox 21’s Brittney Merlot heads to a YMCA class with the SilverSneakers! This a group of 65+ year olds working out together to keep their bodies healthy. They focus on stretching, warm ups, exercises, a yoga cool down and more! Increasing flexibility and helping with balance to prevent falls, the class builds…

Former Gordon Fire Chief, Constable Remembered for Serving Others

George Booth passed away at 72 from complications caused by cancer

March 4, 2020

Andrew Kirov,

GORDON, Wis. – A well known public servant in Gordon, Wisconsin passed away one day after his 72nd birthday from complications caused by cancer. George Booth served on the Gordon Fire Department for twenty years, including as a captain and chief. After that, he was the town’s police constable and worked at the Gordon Transfer Station. According to those who…

White Winter Winery Hosting Fundraiser for NorthLakes Community Clinic

The Speakeasy Themed Fundraiser is Happening Saturday, March 7, 2020

March 4, 2020

Brett Scott,

IRON RIVER, Wis. – NorthLakes Community Clinic and White Winter Winery are collaborating to offer an evening of entertainment and fundraising for NorthLakes. On Saturday, March 7, the White Winter Winery will be transformed into a 1920’s era speakeasy complete with jazz music provided by the Reunion Road Band from Chicago, featuring local favorite Joe Lindzius on drums. Guests are encouraged…

Sutherland CBD Makes CBD Products Mostly In-House

Family-owned business uses certified kitchen to make product from crude oil from cannabis.

March 3, 2020

Arman Rahman,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- A Twin Ports CBD Store is growing its business model by making their own product mostly in-house. Sutherland CBD is a family-run business that includes Superior City Councilor Craig Sutherland. The business is now getting its crude oil from cannabis directly form a farmer in Bloomer, Wisconsin. It’s then dissolved in organic Coconut Oil in a certified kitchen…

Enbridge Pays City of Mellen $1.5 Million for Land to be Used in Line 5 Reroute

If Line 5 reroute construction happens, Enbridge will pay city additional $3.25 million

March 3, 2020

Andrew Kirov,

MELLEN, Wis. – Enbridge is rerouting part if its Line 5 pipeline around the Bad River Reservation. Line 5 is now designed to pass through Mellen, Wisconsin. On March 3rd, a deal was finalized between the city of Mellen and Enbridge allowing the pipeline to be built underneath a piece of land just north of the city. Enbridge presented a…

4-Year-Old Struck by Car While Boarding School Bus in Sawyer County

March 3, 2020

Site Staff,

SAWYER COUNTY, Wis. – The Sawyer County Sheriff’s Office says a 4-year-old student was struck by a GMC Terrain Tuesday morning while boarding a school bus in the Village of Radisson. Authorities say the 63-year-old driver approached a stopped school bus as it was loading students at the intersection of Martin Street and STH 70/27 and passed the bus on…

Evers Calls Meeting of State Leaders to Discuss Coronavirus

March 3, 2020

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Gov. Tony Evers is convening a meeting of the state’s political leaders to hear from health officials about what is being done to deal with the new coronavirus. Evers’ spokeswoman Melissa Baldauff said Tuesday that the governor called the meeting in the Capitol on Wednesday to discuss COVID-19. There has been one confirmed case in Wisconsin…

Fourplex In Superior Is Selling For One Dollar, But It’s Not That Simple

The buyer will have until June 30th to move the structure.

February 28, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – A fourplex housing unit in Superior is now up for sale for one dollar, but city officials tell us there is one catch to buying the four-unit structure. The lucky buyer would have to move the structure from its current location. Right now the building sits on the site planned for the new Cobblestone Hotel on Ogden…

Wisconsin Court Overturns Ruling Ordering Voter Purge

February 28, 2020

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – A Wisconsin appeals court has overturned a ruling that ordered the removal of up to 209,000 people from the state’s voter rolls. The court last month put the ruling, and the purge, on hold while it considered the case. The 4th District Court of Appeals’ ruling Friday overturned the decision of an Ozaukee County judge who…

The City Of Superior Steps Up To Provide Snacks For Elementary School Students

"I think its really important kids are nourished throughout their day," said Third-grade Teacher Jasmine Haroldson.

February 27, 2020

Nachai Taylor,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – In January the City of superior put out a call for action to get the community to donate snacks to local elementary schools. The snack drive was geared to help bring awareness to the hundreds of kids who can very often go without food. The call for action for the snack drive evolved from a teacher seeing…

Milwaukee Police ID Brewery Shooter as 15-Year Electrician

February 27, 2020

The Associated Press,

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Authorities on Thursday identified the man who gunned down five co-workers at one of the nation’s largest breweries before taking his own life a 51-year-old electrician who had worked at the Milwaukee Molson Coors complex for 15 years. Milwaukee Police Chief Alfonso Morales identified the shooter as Anthony Ferrill during a news conference. He also identified the…

UWS Suspends Study Abroad Program in South Korea

February 27, 2020

Site Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin – Superior announced Thursday that they are suspending the Study Abroad Program in South Korea due to Coronavirus concerns. The University of Wisconsin-Superior’s Interim Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, Maria Cuzzo, issued a statement saying: Upon reviewing the growing numbers of COVID-19 (coronavirus) cases in South Korea, the University of Wisconsin-Superior…

Superior Outdoor Ice Rinks to Close Friday

February 27, 2020

Site Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Superior’s outdoor skating rinks will be closing for the season at the end of the week. According to the city of Superior, all outdoor ice rinks will close for the season the evening of Friday, February 28 due to deteriorating ice conditions. For more information, you can visit the city of Superior website here. Categories: News, News…

Gunman Kills Five at Milwaukee Brewery Before Taking Own Life

February 27, 2020

The Associated Press,

MILWAUKEE (AP) – Milwaukee police say they have cleared out more than 20 buildings at one of the nation’s largest breweries after a gunman killed five employees there. Authorities identified the assailant who attacked the Molson Coors complex on Wednesday as a 51-year-old Milwaukee man who worked there. Police say he died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The shooting occurred…

Proposed Settlement Would Offset Emissions Released in 2018 Husky Explosion

February 26, 2020

Site Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Husky Energy says it will implement safety enhancements to the Superior refinery to offset emissions released in the 2018 explosion and fire. As reported by Wisconsin Public Radio, the proposed settlement was filed in federal court Friday and is an amendment to the Superior refinery’s consent decree. According to the settlement Husky Energy says it will: Add…

Kaul Joins Multi-State Probe of Vaping Company Marketing

February 25, 2020

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul has joined 38 other states in an investigation into electronic cigarette giant Juul Labs Inc.’s marketing practices. Kaul announced he was joining the probe Tuesday. He said the investigation will focus on whether JUUL targets youth, its claims about nicotine content and statements about the safety of its products. The National…

3 Snowmobile Fatalities Raise Total Deaths This Season to 17 in Wisconsin

February 25, 2020

The Associated Press,

MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Authorities say three people died in snowmobile accidents last weekend, boosting the number of deaths to 17 for the season. The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources says all three of the victims were from Illinois. The Journal Sentinel reports that two of them died after striking trees and one person was killed after being struck by another…

Crews Continue to Reinforce Stack at Husky Energy Site

The road is closed as a precautionary measure as crews continue to work to safely set up a crane which would further secure the stack.

February 24, 2020

Reece Lindquist,

SUPERIOR, Wisc.-Stinson Avenue remains closed on Monday in Superior at the Husky Energy Refinery site. This is after concerns arose that a stack had been seen swaying there on Thursday last week. On Saturday, they had trained experts enter the site to safely conduct a closer examination of the stack. All evidence to-date shows no damage, according to Husky. Based…

Person Rescued From House Fire in Ashland

February 23, 2020

Dan Hanger,

ASHLAND, Wis. — A 66-year-old man had to be rescued from a house fire in Ashland Saturday afternoon. The fire was reported around 3:35 p.m. in a home at 1618 4th St E. When firefighters arrived, they had to bring a ladder to the second floor of the structure to rescue the man who was trapped there. The fire was…

Update: City of Superior and Husky Energy Continue to Monitor Refinery

February 21, 2020

Site Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Mayor Paine says the City of Superior and Husky Energy are continuing to monitor the refinery after crews were evacuated from the site Thursday afternoon due to structural integrity issues with a stack. “The City of Superior will continue to monitor the refinery and support Husky’s efforts to safely stabilize the site. Public safety remains our highest…

“Sunscriptions” Filled on the SunSpot Bus

ACTIVE ADVENTURES: Mobile Unit Geared to Help Vitamin D Deficiency, SAD and Winter Blues

February 21, 2020

Brittney Merlot,

DULUTH, Minn. — In this weeks Active Adventures Fox 21’s Brittney Merlot takes on the SUNSPOT BUS! If you are battling the winter blues, cabin fever, vitamin D deficiency and finding yourself not being very active, light therapy can help you! ABOUT: The further one lives north of the equator, the less sunshine hits the surface of the earth or…

Wisconsin Legislature Sends $250 Million Tax Cut to Governor

February 21, 2020

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – Wisconsin’s Republican-controlled Legislature has sent a $250 million income tax cut to Democratic Gov. Tony Evers, who appears likely to veto it. Both the Senate and Assembly voted to pass the tax cut Thursday on mostly party-line votes. Evers has not said whether he will sign the measure. Republicans introduced it after new estimates projected the…

Air Force: Madison Preferred Location for F-35 Fighter Jets

February 20, 2020

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. – The U.S. Air Force says Madison’s Truax Field is the preferred location for the next squadron of F-35 fighter jets despite some negative environmental impacts. The Air Force’s study finds that about 1,019 households would be impacted by average daily noise levels about 65 decibels, which is considered incompatible with residential areas. The study also found the…

Milwaukee Man Charged With Lighting Girlfriend on Fire

February 19, 2020

The Associated Press,

MILWAUKEE (AP) – A Milwaukee man is charged with trying to kill his girlfriend by dousing her with gasoline while she slept and lighting her on fire. Bond for 28-year-old Javante Jefferson was set at $500,000 during a court appearance Tuesday. The 23-year-old woman suffered life-threatening, third-degree burns to 60% of her body. Jefferson is charged with attempted first-degree intentional…

Wisconsin Spring Primary Election Results

February 18, 2020

Site Staff,

Below are the up to date results to the key races in Tuesday’s Wisconsin Spring Primary Election **98% of Precincts Reporting** Representatives in Congress District 7 (Democrat) – One Advances Tricia Zunker – 35,562 votes | 89% Lawrence Dale – 4,473 votes | 11% Representatives in Congress District 7 (Republican) – One Advances Tom Tiffany – 43,766 votes | 58%…

Wisconsin Assembly to Vote on Bill Targeting Drug Prices

February 18, 2020

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – The Wisconsin Assembly is slated to vote on a bipartisan bill designed to lower the cost of prescription drugs. The measure that’s up for a vote Tuesday is part of a growing call nationwide to do something about rising prescription drug prices. A lack of transparency has created a system in which drugmakers, middlemen called pharmacy…

Polls Open for Wisconsin Spring Primary Election

February 18, 2020

Site Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Polls are now open for the Wisconsin spring primary election. Two Republican candidates and two Democratic candidates are running to replace former Congressman Sean Duffy’s seat in District 7. The Democratic candidates are Lawrence Dale and Tricia Zunker, and the Republican candidates are Jason Church and Tom Tiffany with only one to advance. Running for justice of…

One Severely Injured in Bayfield County Snowmobile Crash

February 17, 2020

Site Staff,

BAYFIELD COUNTY, Wis. – A 23-year-old male was severely injured in an early Saturday morning snowmobile crash. Authorities say the crash happened at the Four Seasons Resort in Namakagon around 1:35 a.m. According to reports, 23-year-old Ryan Schelle, of Breda, IA, was ejected from his snowmobile after colliding into two other parked snowmobiles outside of the resort. Schelle was flown…

Rotary Club Hosts Craft Beer and Wine Tasting Event

8th Annual event raises money for WITC, Second Harvest Food Bank.

February 17, 2020

Arman Rahman,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- A fundraising event for the benefit of WITC Dreamkeepers Fund, Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank and Rotary International Projects. During the event, there will be a live auction, silent auction, hors d’oeuvres, and raffles. The main event sponsor is Keyport Liquor Categories: Community, Entertainment, News, News – Latest News, Wisconsin

Chicken Toss Draws Big Crowd, Animal Rights Groups Protest

More than 100 live chickens are tossed into crowd at annual event

February 16, 2020

Andrew Kirov,

RIDGELAND, Wis. – Every year, Ridgeland, Wisconsin holds a chicken toss as part of its Pioneer Days celebration. At the event, more than a hundred live chickens are thrown off a roof into a crowd of people. Some say it’s a harmless small town tradition. “Everyone stops you and says nice chicken and stuff like that. It’s just a fun…

Kids Train for Birkie Weekend

NorthStar Community Charter School students learn to cross country ski for Barnebirkie Youth Ski Tour

February 14, 2020

Andrew Kirov,

MINONG, Wis. – The American Birkebeiner cross-country ski race is next weekend in Hayward. Kids in Minong have been training to ski in the Barnebirkie Youth Ski Tour during Birkebeiner weekend. Students at NorthStar Community Charter School do project-based learning, meaning they can sometimes get outside during their school day and learn activities like cross-country skiing. Once or twice a…

No Working Smoke, CO Detectors Located After Fire Breaks Out in Superior Home

Approximately $25,000 in Damage Was Reported to the Home

February 14, 2020

Brett Scott,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Superior Fire Department responded to a house fire located at 6831 Ogden Avenue in the Village of Superior shortly before 1:30 p.m. Thursday. When crews arrived, heavy smoke and fire were observed coming from the windows on the east and south sides of the home. Officials say all residents were out of the home. The fire was…

American Birkebeiner 2020 Could Yield Record Setting Race Times

American Birkebeiner 2020 Events Begin Thursday, February 20 in Hayward, Wisconsin

February 14, 2020

Brett Scott,

HAYWARD, Wis. – Events leading up to the American Birkebeiner kick off Thursday, February 20 in Hayward, Wisconsin. Preparations are already underway, with excitement getting wild in the region. Ben Popp, Executive Director of the Birkie chatted with FOX 21’s Brett Scott Friday morning regarding preparations and the potential for a record-setting year. “It’s interesting, we had so much snow…

Ready, Set, Book Across the Bay! Registration Remains Open

Ski, Snowshoe, Hike or Run From Ashland to Washburn Across The Frozen Chequamegon Bay

February 14, 2020

Brett Scott,

CHEQUAMEGON BAY, Wis. – The 24th annual Book Across the Bay takes place Saturday, February 15th, 2020. Book Across the Bay is the upper Midwest’s most unique winter event, open to skiers and snowshoers of all ages and ability levels. The 10-kilometer course, which is groomed for both classic-style and skate skiing, starts in Ashland and ends in Washburn, and…

Firefighter Swearing-In Ceremony ‘Family Affair’ for One New Hire

New firefighter Cameron Kalan following in family's footsteps being a public servant for the city of Superior.

February 13, 2020

Arman Rahman,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Six new Superior firefighters and the city’s Fire Chief were sworn into duty Thursday. And for one firefighter, the ceremony connected him to his roots. Pride beamed throughout Superior Council Chambers, as excited friends and family watched four new firefighters officially become part of the Superior Fire Department. It was a different type of ceremony, because two of…

Six-Year-Old Killed, Sibling Hurt While Waiting to Board Bus in Wisconsin

February 11, 2020

The Associated Press,

PLAINFIELD, Wis.-School district officials in Waushara County say a kindergarten student was killed and her sibling was injured when they were struck by a vehicle just before boarding a bus. The Tri-County Area School District says the children were hit along Highway 73 southeast of Plainfield just after 7 a.m. Monday. WLUK-TV reports district administrator Anthony Marinack says the bus…

6-Year-Old Killed, Sibling Hurt While Waiting to Board Bus

February 10, 2020

The Associated Press,

PLAINFIELD, Wis. – School district officials in Waushara County say a kindergarten student was killed and her sibling was injured when they were struck by a vehicle just before boarding a bus. The Tri-County Area School District says the children were hit along Highway 73 southeast of Plainfield just after 7 a.m. Monday. WLUK-TV reports district administrator Anthony Marinack says…

2nd Annual Northern Pines Sled Dog Race Happening in Iron River

The Northern Pines Sled Dog Race is Happening Saturday, February 15, 2020

February 10, 2020

Brett Scott,

IRON RIVER, Wis. – The community of Iron River, Wisconsin, is thrilled to be hosting the 2nd annual Northern Pines Sled Dog Race on Saturday, February 15. The event is happening at the Northern Pines Golf Course and Event Center. It’s free and open to the public. Races will begin around 8:30 a.m. Organizers encourage families in the region come…

Hundreds Gather to Love their Local Artists

Superior Public Library's 10th annual event gathers 200-450 people.

February 7, 2020

Arman Rahman,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Superior Public Library was packed with hundreds of community members Friday night, who came out to celebrate and love their local artists. The Library hosted the 10th Annual Love Your Local Artists event. About 40 different local artists and craftspeople showed off their pieces to between 250 and 400 attendees, giving them a fun activity to do…

Enbridge Seeks Permits for Rerouting Pipeline in Wisconsin

February 7, 2020

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Jim Mone, File) SUPERIOR, Wis. – Enbridge Inc. has launched the permitting process for rerouting its Line 5 pipeline across northern Wisconsin. The company decided to reroute the pipeline after the Bad River Band of Lake Superior Chippewa sued to force the removal of the line from its reservation. Wisconsin Public Radio reports that Calgary, Alberta-based Enbridge is seeking…

Behind Bars For FUN! Try To Escape This Test

ACTIVE ADVENTURES: Escape Room Parties Brings Mobile Escape Rooms To The Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center

February 7, 2020

Brittney Merlot,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. — In this weeks Active Adventures Fox 21’s Brittney Merlot and Brett Scott are locked up, in “Alcatraz prison”. Find out if they can escape… Join in on the escape room fun THIS WEEKEND ONLY. Thurs Feb. 6, Fri Feb. 7 & Sat. Feb 8th at the Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center, 305 E 2nd St, Superior,…

UW Regents Approve Tuition Hikes for Nonresidents, Grads

February 7, 2020

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) – The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents has approved tuition hikes for nonresident and graduate students at six institutions. Increases will range between 1.5% and 25% at UW-Milwaukee, Oshkosh, Platteville, River Falls, Stevens Point, and Whitewater starting this fall. The schools say they need more money to cover instruction, raises, recruiting faculty, technology and training…