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‘Tacos Tacos Tacos’ Lands New Location In Downtown Duluth For Better Mexican Vibe

Owner Robert Giuliani recently spent three months in Mexico to visit family and explore all types of Mexican dishes to improve the menu in the new Duluth location.

March 8, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – The owner behind Duluth’s Tacos Tacos Tacos is preparing to reopen in a new location in downtown Duluth’s Historic Arts and Theatre District as the business model begins to expand into the Twin Cities. Tacos Tacos Tacos will open in the former T-Icy Roll location later this year Robert Giuliani has secured the new location in the…

KornerStore Owner, Former Duluth City Councilor Purchases 7 Northland Minit Marts

March 8, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Former Duluth City Councilor Derek Medved, who owns the KornerStore gas stations in the Northland, says gas prices have been changing by the hour. And it comes as he recently purchased multiple Minit Marts in the area. KornerStore in Gary Medved is a bit frustrated with rising gas prices, but in a different way than consumers. He…

Millions Of CARES Act Funding To Cover Duluth’s Aging Seawall Reconstruction

March 8, 2022

Alexandra Burnley,

DULUTH, Minn. — The city of Duluth has secured federal CARES Act funding to begin construction on the seawall later this year. For the $8 million project, $5 million from the federal CARES Act will go toward replacing the aging seawall. The rest of the money will mostly be covered from the capital support that Minnesota sent Duluth in 2020….

Cloquet Police Identify Victim in ‘Suspicious’ Death

March 8, 2022

Site Staff,

CLOQUET, Minn. – The Cloquet Police Department has identified the possible victim of a suspicious death. On Tuesday, authorities in Cloquet confirmed 33-year-old Amanda Cadotte as the victim found dead last Thursday. The Cloquet Police Department, Fond du Lac Police Department, and Cloquet Fire District responded to a medical call on Thursday around 7:24 a.m. at 956 Trettel Lane. When…

City Crews To Remove Snow on Portion of 4th Avenue East Beginning Thursday

March 8, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – City crews will be removing snow on a portion of 4th AVenue East beginning at 7:00 a.m. Thursday. Snow will be removed on 4th Avenue East on both sides of the street from East 4th Street to East 7th Street. The city says the snow will be removed to improve on-street parking and reduce the accumulated snow…

Minneapolis Teachers Strike After Failing To Reach Contract

March 8, 2022

The Associated Press,

(Hannah Hobus/Pioneer Press via AP) ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Teachers in the Minneapolis School District have gone on strike after failing to reach an agreement on a new contract. Tuesday’s move idles some 29,000 students in one of Minnesota’s largest school districts. Meanwhile, the teachers in neighboring St. Paul reached a deal late Monday to avert their own strike….

Bowling Teams Wanted For Saturday’s ‘Hunger Bowl Twin Ports’

March 7, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – If you like to bowl and want to help those in need of food, Hunger Bowl Twin Ports is the place to be this weekend. Saturday’s bowling tournament at the newly remodeled Superior Lanes in Superior is part of a big fundraising effort for Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank, with the help of nearly 50 insurance…

Burrito Union ‘Stands With Ukraine,’ Offers UNICEF Promotion

March 7, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – Burrito Union says it “stands with Ukraine” after the owner said the restaurant’s Russian-themed cantina raised a few eyebrows recently. Rod Raymond said Burrito Union’s strong soviet-style art deco appearance and branding has always been in good fun and in no way supports Russia’s war on Ukraine. Raymond, who has friends in Ukraine and Russia, and has…

Renee Van Nett Launches Campaign For State Senate Seat

March 7, 2022

Alexandra Burnley,

DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth city councilor Renee Van Nett launched her campaign on Monday for the Minnesota 8th district state senate seat as a DFL candidate. Van Nett, who served as the council’s first-ever indigenous city council president last year, is a member of the Red Lake Band of Chippewa and Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe. She said that she…

Essentia Health To Open New Outpatient Surgery Center At Miller Hill Mall This Summer

March 7, 2022

Alexandra Burnley,

DULUTH, Minn. — Essentia Health is getting ready to open its new outpatient surgery center at the Miller Hill Mall this summer. The Miller Hill Surgery Center will take over the empty building that sears left behind. The 41,000 square-foot building will have 12 operating rooms. The goal is to offer a place where patients can go home in less…

Saturday Properties Decides Not To Move Forward With Purchase of Central High School

March 7, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – On Monday, Duluth Public Schools announced that the developer of the Central High School property off of Central Entrance had pulled out of the deal. In a recent news release, the district said Saturday Properties, located out of St. Louis Park, notified district officials on Friday that it would no longer be moving forward with the deal….

Cloquet Police Investigating ‘Suspicious Death’

March 7, 2022

Site Staff,

CLOQUET, Minn. – Authorities in Cloquet say they are investigating the death of a woman that is being considered suspicious. The Cloquet Police Department, Fond du Lac Police Department, and Cloquet Fire District responded to a medical call on Thursday around 7:24 a.m. at 956 Trettel Lane. When officers arrived at the scene they found an unresponsive female. She was…

Last-Ditch Talks Seek To Avert Teacher Strikes in Minnesota

March 7, 2022

The Associated Press,

(courtesy: Fox 9) ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Last-ditch talks are underway in the Minneapolis and St. Paul public school districts. Teachers could strike as soon as Tuesday morning over wages, class sizes, and mental health services for a collective 63,000 students. State mediators were trying Monday to facilitate the negotiations in both districts. The teachers’ union in Minneapolis has…

39th Annual First Ship Contest Now Open

March 7, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Visit Duluth and the Duluth Seaway Port Authority have teamed up once again for the 39th Annual First Ship Contest. To submit your guess for the exact date and time the season’s first “saltie” passes under the Aerial Lift Bridge, head to visitduluth.com/firstship or click here. The contest closes at midnight on March 24. This year, the…

Coffee Conversation: ShamROCK the House with 9th Annual Shamrock Shake Fundraiser for Ronald McDonald House Charities

March 7, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- March is here, and so are some favorite green seasonal treats. 225 McDonald’s Restaurants in the upper Midwest are back with the 9th Annual Shamrock Shake Fundraiser, “ShamROCK THE HOUSE!” From March 7-17 McDonald’s owner/operators in MN, western WI, and Ironwood will donate 25 cents of every Shamrock Shake and Oreo Shamrock McFlurry sold to Ronald McDonald House…

City Crews Are Responding to a Water Main Break in Woodland

March 7, 2022

Kelly Tekler,

DULUTH, Minn. – City of Duluth Utility Operations crews are responding to a water main break in Woodland. The break was reported Monday morning and is located on the 3300 block of Kolstad Avenue. City officials say water has been turned off on Kolstad Avenue from Anoka Street to Northfield Street. It is not known how long it will take…

Renee Van Nett Announces State Senate Run

March 7, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – On Monday, Duluth City Councilor Renee Van Nett is announcing her run for State Senate District 8. Van Nett was first elected to the city council in 2017 and represents Duluth’s 4th District. In January 2021 she was elected as the first Indigenous woman to serve as Duluth City Council president. “Renee believes Duluth priorities are ‘Nuts…

Ski Carnival Closes Out Duluth Cross-Country Ski Club Celebration

March 6, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Cross-Country Ski Club hosted a year-end celebration this weekend that concluded Sunday at Spirit Mountain. The event was a ski carnival that had different courses and activities for young skiers to do from bingo to races. The idea was to get kids out at the end of ski lesson season to say good bye to…

Protestors Gather In Duluth To Fight For Peace

March 6, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — A month ago, Veterans for Peace was one of the groups among protestors trying to push for peaceful resolution to the standoff between Russia and Ukraine. Now, exactly a month later, they are out there again, but this time, pushing for an end to Russia’s war on Ukraine. “We’re having a military conflict now in central Europe…

Community Pictures Of Duluth’s Lift Bridge, Other Structures Lit For Ukraine

March 6, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. — Sunday marked the final night of the Lift Bridge and Enger Tower being lit blue and yellow for Ukraine after doing so for the past week. Duluth Mayor Emily Larson will be releasing an updated lighting policy for the Lift Bridge and Enger Tower in 60 days after the community spoke up in numbers to light the…

DECC Offers Free Skating Party For St. Luke’s Frontline Workers

March 6, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – Frontline pandemic healthcare workers at St. Luke’s Hospital got the chance to hit the ice with their families at the DECC Sunday for free. FOX 21 Photojournalist Mason Kroll takes us to this appreciation skating party. Categories: Community, Coronavirus, Health, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Gov. Walz Proclaims March 6 As ‘Ukrainian Solidarity Day’ In Minnesota

March 6, 2022

Dan Hanger,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Gov. Tim Walz has proclaimed Sunday, Mar. 6 as Ukrainian Solidarity Day in the State of Minnesota to “honor the bravery and resilience of the people of Ukraine as they fight to defend their country and their freedom,” Walz said in a statement. “I’m proud to declare today as Ukrainian Solidarity Day in Minnesota,” said Walz….

Gov. Walz Directs State Agencies To End Russian Contracts

March 6, 2022

Dan Hanger,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Gov. Tim Walz has directed state agencies to terminate any contracts with Russian entities to punish the country for invading Ukraine. The Minneapolis Star Tribune reported that Walz issued an executive order on Friday directing more than two dozen state agencies to end their contracts. He also asked his cabinet not to enter into any future contracts…

Tour DuLuth Ski Festival Raises Money for Youth Ski Equipment

March 5, 2022

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth was transformed into a cross country ski course as different sites around the city hosted events to raise money for youth ski equipment FOX 21 Photojournalist Abby Rowe takes us to the Tour Du Luth Ski Festival. Categories: Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Some City of Duluth Plow Drivers Refuse to Work Overtime For Saturday Storm as Union Members Prepare to Vote on Contract Agreement

On Saturday city officials said snowplows would be out for this storm through the city, but the fleet would be operating fewer than normal.

March 5, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Some plow drivers refused to come in to work overtime for this weekend’s winter storm as the City of Duluth says their contract requires them to do. While the reasoning is unclear at this time, this comes as a tentative contract agreement was reached in the 11th hour between union workers and the city administration. On Saturday city…

Northlanders, Hundreds Globally Bid For Railroad Items at Nordic Auction

Along with Northlanders there live, about 550 people worldwide joined in online.

March 5, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Railroad enthusiasts got a chance to get their hands on some unique pieces of locomotive history. 300 items including signs and bells were up for bid at Nordic Auction. Along with Northlanders there live, about 550 people worldwide joined in online from so many countries that they even had to bring in a translator for some exchanges. “Growing…

UMD Planetarium Sells Out First Weekend Back

March 5, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — The UMD Planetarium re-opened on Friday after 2 years of being closed, and it was obvious children and families were eager to be back inside, exploring the galaxies. The director tells us Friday night exceeded her expectations. She was nervous people wouldn’t buy tickets after being closed due to covid concerns, but they sold out for the…

32nd Annual Bob Maas Golf on Ice Tournament

March 5, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — Typically, golf is a sport you play during the summer, but it’s become something you can do year round thanks to one clever Minnesota man who began a tradition over 30 years ago that people still part of today. “Oh it’s a blast especially since February was so cold, you can see I’m not wearing a hat…

High School Students Test their ‘Metal’ Going Head to Head at FIRST Robotics Competition

March 4, 2022

Adam Jagunich,

DULUTH, Minn.- The DECC was full of metal v.s. metal “scraps” as more than 4,000 high school students battled with the robots they built and programmed at the FIRST Robotics Competition. FOX 21 Photojournalist Adam Jagunich takes us to the arena. Categories: Education, Entertainment, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News Tags: FIRST Robotics Competition

Masks Now Optional for Duluth ISD 709 Students, Staff

The option of a 10-day mask mandate will be on the table if transmission spikes in district buildings.

March 4, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Masks will now be optional for students and staff in the Duluth Public School District. Superintendent John Magas says as of Thursday covid-19 community levels are low in St. Louis County. Under medium levels, the district would recommend mask-wearing in buildings and on buses, and under high levels, staff and students would have to mask up again. Magas…

Vision Northland Project 72% Complete, Crews Focus on Developing Interior

The Vision Northland Project is slated to be complete in the 1st quarter of 2023 and open to patients in the 3rd quarter.

March 4, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The interior of Essentia’s Vision Northland redevelopment is taking shape and we have got an inside look at the inside of the building. Last week contractors marked the milestone of the multi-million dollar project being fully-enclosed. This means the exterior was largely completed, and crews got started on casework, flooring, painting, and more. The project is now 72%…

Essentia Donates $35k for Boys and Girls Clubs Mental Health Program

In 2019 the Boys and Girls Clubs began providing mental health services to integrate mental health staff and create dialogues to remove the stigma attached to mental health related issues.

March 4, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Northland received a generous donation to support the mental health access program. Essentia Health donated $35,000 thousand dollars to support the growing program. The grant helps with the costs of adding a full-time behavioral health coordinator position to oversee the program. “For outpatient services to come on-site and see the youth…

NWS Warns of ‘Messy’ Storm Bringing Mix of Rain, Snow, Ice

The freezing rain this storm could bring has the potential to affect roads, trees, and powerlines.

March 4, 2022

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn-. The Northland is bracing for a winter storm bringing with it a mixed bag of elements we haven’t seen in a few months. “We’ve got quite the messy system that’s coming in this week, or, this weekend,” said Ketzel Levens, NWS Meteorologist. While winter storms over the previous months have brought colder temperatures and snow, forecasters at the…

CSS Shows Support for Ukraine

March 4, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — As the Russian invasion continues to disrupt and destroy Ukraine, and kill or force out its citizens, the College Of Saint Scholastica decided to show their support with a prayer service. CSS’s international students, and students of different religious backgrounds came together Friday for one common reason, to show support for Ukraine. They held a prayer service…

Nordic Auction’s New Format Proving Popular With Railroad Collectors

March 4, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — This weekend local locomotive lovers will be showcasing historic items from the Midwest and beyond at a railroad auction in Duluth. After the seven auctions last June that came from the Carr’s Hobby Shop closing, the owner of Nordic Auction began doing his sales half in person and half online which he says gained him more traction…

UMD Planetarium Re-Opens after Two Years

March 4, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — After two years in the dark due to the pandemic, The UMD Planetarium is ready shine a light and educate people on the solar system and stars again. In the time they were closed for covid-19 safety, the planetarium made updates to their software system for higher resolution images and introduced new shows. So the director says…

Wild State Cider and PAVSA Partner for Bags Fundraiser

March 4, 2022

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — A fundraiser took place at Wild State Cider Friday evening, which is helping support a program that provides aid to survivors of sexual assault. The event was originally supposed to involve curling, but with the warmer temps the past few days, they had to move the fundraiser indoors and switched to bags. Wild State provided a dollar…

Lake Superior College To Make Masking Optional as of Monday

March 4, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Lake Superior College announced Friday that masking will be optional on all LSC campuses effective Monday, March 7. The decision comes after community levels in St. Louis County were reduced from a high level to a low level. “I want to thank everyone for helping keep LSC safe and open during these challenging times,” said Lake Superior…

Duluth Stabbing Suspect Charged With Attempted Murder

March 4, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – A 35-year-old Duluth man arrested for stabbing a woman in the Kenwood neighborhood on Wednesday has now been formally charged. According to police, the suspect, identified as Anthony Holloway, is charged with second-degree attempted murder and child endangerment. “The Duluth Police Department continues to be dedicated and persistent in their victim-centered approach in these types of investigations,”…

City Crews Are Responding to a Water Main Break in West Duluth

March 4, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – City of Duluth Utility Operations crews are responding to a water main break in West Duluth. The break was reported Friday afternoon and is located on the 600 block of North Central Avenue. City officials say water has been turned off on North Central Avenue from Central Place to Cody Street. It is not known how long…

Duluth Public Schools Moving to “Optional” Masking Next Week

March 4, 2022

Site Staff,

(AP Photo/Chris O’Meara, File) DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth public schools will be moving to optional masking beginning next week. On Friday, Duluth superintendent John Magas released a weekly update statement where he announced the decision to move from required masking to optional masking. “Updated COVID-19 community levels released Thursday, March 3 shows community levels are low in St. Louis County….

Wellness Center Hosts Prayer Service For Ukraine

March 4, 2022

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – A local wellness center gathered to hold a prayer service Thursday night to express their compassion for Ukraine and the world. In Harmony Reiki and Inner Wellness held a non-denominational prayer to give people a voice to their inter peace. The owner, Debbie Merrick, said she thinks the community needed a place to meditate and draw positive…

FIRST Robotics Competition Minnesota Returns To The DECC

March 3, 2022

Dan Hanger,

DULUTH, Minn. – The robots are back at the DECC after being sidelined for two years during the pandemic. More than 4,000 high school students are packing the DECC to compete for fame and glory in the Upper Midwest’s FIRST Robotics Competition. More than 100 teams of students have been designing and building their robots all year for this weekend,…

Ski Hut Is Thinking Spring Tune-Ups

March 3, 2022

Marcus Asmus,

DULUTH, Minn. – It’s time to start thinking about spring. FOX 21 Photojournalist Marcus Asmus, takes us to Ski Hut for some spring tune-ups. Categories: Business, Great Outdoors, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Inside The Great Lake Mono Ski Madness Camp

March 3, 2022

Adam Jagunich,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Great Lake Mono Ski Madness Camp is back at Spirit Mountain for its 18th year. The camp is specialized for those with a lower extremity disability. FOX 21 Photojournalist Adam Jagunich reports. Categories: Great Outdoors, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Duluth Police Chief Testifies For ‘Statewide Missing And Murdered Indigenous Fund’

March 3, 2022

Mason Kroll,

ST. PAUL, Minn. – Duluth’s newly created Missing and Murdered Indigenous Fund is gaining attention as the state capitol. Members of the Minnesota House Public Safety and Criminal Justice Reform Committee met Thursday to hear testimony from members involved with the fund, including Duluth Police Chief Mike Tusken. The bill would create a reward fund to help get information and…

Cue The Pipes And Drums! A Sneak Peek Of Friday’s ‘Thistles And Shamrocks’ Concert

March 3, 2022

Mason Kroll,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Scottish Heritage Association held a dress rehearsal Thursday night in preparation of its annual Thistles and Shamrocks concert happening Friday. The concert involves the DSHA’s Pipes and Drums Band, the Highland Dancers, and the Celtic Folk group “EIRA”. This event is put on as a fundraiser for the DSHA to perpetuate Scottish culture in Northeast…

Minnesota State Rep Jen Schultz Not Seeking Reelection

March 3, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – On Thursday, Minnesota State Rep Jen Schultz (DFL) announced she would not seek reelection. “I want to thank all the people of District 7A for their support over the years,” Schultz said. It has been exciting and rewarding to serve my constituents in the legislature, and to work with distinguished elected leaders like Speaker Hortman and my…

Meet Minnesota’s Snowplows: Betty Whiteout, CTRL Salt Delete, Scoop Dogg

March 3, 2022

Site Staff,

(courtesy: Minnesota Department of Transportation) (FOX 9) – The Minnesota Department of Transportation unveiled the state’s newly named snowplows Thursday morning. The snowplows got a makeover soon after the contest results were revealed last month. The creative names were submitted, voted and handpicked by more than 59,000 Minnesotans across the state in the “Name a Snowplow” contest. Every region of…

Minnesota National Guard’s 148th Fighter Wing to Deploy This Spring

March 3, 2022

Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth’s 148th Fighter Wing is scheduled to deploy more than 300 Airmen this spring. “The 148th Fighter Wing has been tasked to support the ongoing mission in the U.S. Central Command,” said 148th Fighter Wing Commander, Col. Chris Blomquist. “Winning today’s fight means executing the daily missions across the theater to meet the USCENTCOM commander’s priorities. Each…