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Vitta Pizza Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary with Fundraiser for Domestic Violence Victims

10 percent of all of Vitta Pizza's sales Friday went to Safe Haven Shelter & Resource Center for battered women.

June 12, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- It’s been ten years since Vitta Pizza opened their doors in Canal Park, and on Friday they celebrated by donating to a good cause. 10 percent of all of Vitta Pizza’s sales Friday went to Safe Haven Shelter & Resource Center for battered women. Staff say customers are to thank for them serving wood-fired artesian pizzas, salads &…

Duluth Police Share Safety Tips on Driving in Foggy Conditions

Officers say in any type of inclement weather where visibility is low, slow down and make sure your lights are working properly.

June 12, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Local law enforcement is reminding people about driving safely in low visibility. The Duluth Police Department today responded to five car crashes before noon, and while officials don’t know if fog was the only factor, they say it definitely could have contributed. Officers say in any type of inclement weather where visibility is low, slow down and make…

Duluth Investigators Arrest Longtime Heroin, Fentanyl Dealer

According to officials, investigators seized over 60 grams of fentanyl, 250 ecstasy pills, meth, cocaine, and $3,246 in drug sale proceeds.

June 11, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Police Department and Lake Superior Drug and Violent Crime Task Force arrested a man Friday, seizing fentanyl and other drugs as well as thousands in drug sale money. According to a spokesperson with the City of Duluth, at approximately 12:40 p.m., officers from the Duluth Police Department arrested longtime heroin and fentanyl dealer, Carvell N. Robinson,…

Five Northland Students Competing in National History Day

June 11, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn.– It was a record-breaking year for history students from three different area schools. Nine records were set between five young women, and they now get ready to compete in the National History Day contest next Sunday. Normally, the contest is held in-person at the University of Maryland, but this year, it will be virtual, and Duluth is proud…

Memorial Blood Center is Asking for Blood Donations Due to a National Blood Shortage

June 11, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- With a recent surge in blood use and blood shortage across the nation, Memorial Blood Center has announced a blood emergency. School closures caused by the pandemic created a deficit of blood donations from donors between the ages of 17 and 24, having a big impact on Northland hospitals. “This has been virtually a year of no high…

Park Point Rummage Sale Kicks Off

June 11, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn.– Today on Park Point the annual rummage sale kicked off making its return since the pandemic. The streets of Park Point filled up today with community members and people from out of town to attend the annual Park Point rummage sale. It was a rainy start to the weekend, but that didn’t stop people from coming out and…

Local Dairy Queen Gives Ice Cream and Job Opportunities to Students

June 11, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

HERMANTOWN, Minn.- A local Dairy Queen has been struggling to find employees for the summer and they are working to get some more applicants at Hermantown High School. For the past couple of weeks a local Dairy Queen has been passing out Dilly Bars and job applications to students in Hermantown and today they are passing out Blizzards to…

Park Point Residents Launch Operation Slow Motion

June 11, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn.– After an extreme car accident on Park Point in October 2020 almost killed several people, the residents of the point decided it was time for a change, and announced the launching of Operation Slow Motion today. The residents started a neighborhood watch in the January following the accident and 30 volunteers hold signs on the point encouraging traffic…

Erie Mining History Program Hosts First Annual Scholarship Presentation

June 11, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Erie Mining History program worked with the St. Louis County Historical Society in hosting their first annual scholarship presentation. The $1,500 award was granted to a recent Cook County High School graduate, Abigail Stoddard. “I’m just elated that I could be a part of this opportunity especially since this is the first one ever. I feel like…

‘Great Minnesota Get Together’ Officially Happening this Summer, Masks Not Required

The Minnesota State Fair is Happening August 26 - Labor Day, September 6

June 11, 2021

Site Staff,

FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. (FOX 9) – The Minnesota State Fair is officially back this summer after being canceled last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Fair officials made the announcement Friday. At this time, the State Fair does not expect there will be daily attendance limits. Face masks will not be required, but are “strongly” encouraged for those who are not fully…

Family Remembers Ambulance Crash Victim, 17, As ‘Gentle Giant’

June 10, 2021

Dan Hanger,

A GoFundMe account has been set up to support the family of a teen who was killed in an ambulance crash in Itasca County earlier this week. The family of Joseph Latimer, 17, of Grand Rapids was in the MED-1 ambulance for a seizure when a dump truck t-boned the emergency vehicle around 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at the intersection of…

Hibbing Man Hit With Murder Charge In 2017 Homicide

June 10, 2021

Site Staff,

HIBBING, Minn. – A Hibbing man charged in the death of a woman in 2017 has been hit with a new charge in the case: second-degree murder. 51-year-old Blake Stangel was also charged about two weeks ago with second-degree manslaughter. He’s charged in connection to the 2017 Hibbing homicide of 71-year-old Courtney Fenske. Court documents say Fenske was found dead…

UMD’s New Project Aims to Help Plants Adapt to Northland Climate

Moving forward, several of the trees will be planted on UMD property while the bigger part of the project is distributing the seeds to farmers for them to grow and sell.

June 10, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. — UMD students and faculty are doing their part to help the northland go green. It’s all part of an on-going effort in the biology research lab at UMD in collaboration with a number of community partners to help transition native plants such as red oaks, birches and white pines into northern forests. “The idea is to plant…

Rambler Food Truck Paid a Visit to St. Luke’s

June 10, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn– Today at St. Luke’s, the Rambler Food Truck set up right on the hospital grounds to serve staff and patients from 11 to 2. Serving different and unique items like mahi mahi tacos, teriyaki pulled pork and reuben fritters, the Rambler Food Truck attracted crowds of people from the hospital for a nice lunch break. “It’s wonderful, especially…

Lakewood Elementary Ends the Year with a Splash

June 10, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn.– After a year of three different learning styles, Lakewood Elementary School celebrated their last day of school outside, and together. After good behavior and hard work all year, Lakewood got to dunk their principle and have a pizza party to celebrate the last day of school. A year full of COVID, and distance learning, made for a stressful…

Security Jewelers in Downtown Takes Part in Lilac Lovefest

June 10, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Min.- Security Jewelers in downtown Duluth took part in the second annual Lilac Lovefest event to celebrate the reopening of downtown businesses and the floral season. This is the first year the jewelry store got involved, welcoming in customers with music and desserts to celebrate. For the next two weeks, they are also raffling off a .5 carat diamond…

The Gary New Duluth Community Hosts Third Annual Rummage Sale

June 10, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

GARY NEW DULUTH, Min.- From clothing to toys, Gary New Duluth’s annual rummage sale has eight locations open all weekend long. The organizer of the Commonwealth Avenue location saw people coming in around 9 a.m. Thursday morning. The proceeds from this location are donated through the Larry and Donna foundation to organizations helping kids. “Last year we gave a bunch…

Minnesota State Capitol Reopening to the Public Ahead of Special Session

Thursday Marks the First Reopening to the Public Since the Start of the COVID-19 Pandemic

June 10, 2021

Site Staff,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) – The Minnesota State Capitol will start welcoming visitors once again on Thursday. It had been closed since the early days of the pandemic. Thursday’s reopening comes just one week after the fence around the capitol was fully removed. It was installed in response to the riots following the death of George Floyd and was even beefed…

Knights of Columbus Makes a Large Donation to Twin Ports Collaborative

June 9, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- Knights of Columbus made a large donation in support of the Together for Life Northland collaborative. “Today we are presenting a check to Together for Life Northland for $5,000, which we raised over the last month with the councils around Duluth and Superior,” said Bob Spehar The Knights of Columbus is a Catholic Fraternal organization founded on the…

Local Fireworks Shop Faces Supply Shortage

June 9, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

SOUTH RANGE, Wis.- The combination of a nationwide shortage and high demand is keeping the fireworks supply low. A nationwide firework shortage may lead to a small selection of product for your 4th of July plans. KG Fireworks in South Range is among fireworks stores dealing with a supply shortage because not as many fireworks are being imported and demand…

Port Town Trolleys Return to Duluth for the Summer

June 9, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn.– The Duluth Port Town Trolley started running during the first week of June, and the city is happy to welcome back the iconic transportation to downtown and the water front, after not offering them last year. From locals to tourists, these trolleys are utilized all summer and the General Manager spoke about the many great perks of the…

New Paddle Board Excursions with Zenith Adventure

June 9, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn.– Zenith Adventure, which operates out of Vista in Duluth, is introducing two new paddle board excursions that take place during sunrise and sunset. Paddle board rentals are open now, but beginning July 2nd, these sunrise and set excursions will be available to the public, and everybody is welcome, no matter what skill level you are. “I think just…

Lake Superior Zoo is Aiding Animals Through Thermal Imaging

June 9, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn.– The Lake Superior Zoo has been granted a special piece of equipment that allows them to make diagnoses on their animals from a distance. Through a thermal imaging camera Lake Superior Zoo is utilizing a new piece of equipment that is helping them find different injuries in their animals. Teletherm Infared, based out of Florida, granted Amy Gallagher,…

UPDATE: 2 dead, 2 Seriously Injured In Ambulance Crash With Dump Truck

June 9, 2021

KQDS Staff,

UPDATE: According to a crash report from the Minnesota State Patrol two people have now been pronounced dead after the dump truck-ambulance crash. Paramedic Troy Edward Boettcher, 51, of Warba, and Joseph Michael Latimer, 17, of Grand Rapids, were killed in the crash. They were in the ambulance at the time of the crash. Alcohol was not a factor…

TLC Raises Hourly Wage

June 9, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- A local disability service provider in Duluth is raising their pay wages by 20 percent. TLC of Duluth announced their plan to increase the wages for direct care staff to $16 an hour. They hope to encourage people to apply as they face staff shortages like many other local businesses. “We were really seeing that need–the workforce is…

Duluth Teen Hailed as Hero for Saving Family from House Fire

15-year-old Lizzy Grayhawk awoke to the second story of her home on the 1100 block of East 10th street on fire -- heavy flames coming from a second story window.

June 8, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- A Duluth family is lucky to be alive after their house went up in flames, and fire officials are calling the family’s 15-year-old daughter a hero in the fire fight. “You might’ve been scared, but you really were a hero last night,” Duluth Fire Chief Shawn Krizaj said to Lizzy Grayhawk Tuesday. The Grayhawk family all safe and…

A Place for Fido’s ‘Yappy Hour’ Brings Wagging Tails Back to Fitger’s Complex

There's treats and goody bags for the dogs and "doggy drinks" from the Boat Club for their two-legged friends.

June 8, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- With summer returning, so is A Place for Fido’s weekly “Yappy Hour” event in the Fitger’s courtyard. There’s treats and goody bags for the dogs and “doggy drinks” from the Boat Club for their two-legged friends. A Place for Fido staff are excited to see so many furry faces again after not having the event last year. “Just…

Maritime Visitor Center Back with Outdoor Information Desk in Canal Park

The director said until they open the doors again hopefully next month, people can always get shipping times and other info at the desk and online.

June 8, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Lake Superior Maritime Visitor Center in Canal Park is sharing all the ship times and updates outside again as it prepares to open its doors next month. On Tuesday afternoon, the Federal Dart left underneath the lift bridge, and just to the right visitor center staff were at their information desk. Staff said they’ve been helping with…

Fundraiser In Honor Of Man Killed On Iron Range Raising Money For Scholarships, Reward Fund

June 8, 2021

Alexandra Burnley,

VIRGINIA, Minn. — The family of a man who was killed in a hit-and-run on the Iron Range is starting a poker run and chili feed fundraiser in his memory. Scotty Christensen died in October of 2016 when he was walking on the side of Highway 100 South of Aurora. Police believe he was hit by a car that drove…

USPCA K9 Trials Wrap Up

Over 60 teams from Minnesota, Wisconsin and Illinois came out to the three day event.

June 8, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

ASHLAND, Wisc. — The USPCA’s Upper Midwest region along with the Ashland police department helped put on the event which helps patrol K9’s get recertified. “We come down to trials and try to promote our dogs as much as possible and get them in the best ability that they can,” Ashland Police Officer, Nick Ovaska says. Over 60 teams from…

Duluth City Leaders Submit $44.5 Million in Earmark Spending Requests

The Requests Have Been Submitted to Minnesota Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith, Further Review is Pending

June 8, 2021

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – The City of Duluth is currently eligible to receive more federal funding under the Biden Administration. Five Congressional Directed Spending requests, or “earmarks,” have been submitted to Minnesota Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith. Duluth Mayor Emily Larson said the following during a press briefing on the requests Tuesday morning. “There is no guarantee that all of…

Businesses along the North Shore are Ready for Summer Tourism

June 8, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- This time last year tourism in the North Shore was limited, but now businesses are open and are expecting a busy summer. Coffee shops, campgrounds and restaurants along the North Shore are open and ready for summer visitors. Eric Sturtz manages New Scenic Cafe and says they were “outdoor only” for quite a while and he’s ready for…

Duluth Prepares for New City Flag Raising

June 8, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn.– A long anticipated ceremony will happen later this month to officially raise the new flag that represents the city of Duluth. After selecting the final submission and waiting over a year to hoist it, the city is ready to fly its new design, as it has created stickers to hand out in preparation for the ceremony. “We’re excited…

Canal Park Lake Walk set to Open Officially

June 8, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn.– After being under construction due to heavy damage from multiple storms, the city of Duluth is finally ready to cut the ribbon and welcome foot traffic back to the Lakewalk in Canal Park. As a staple path for pedestrians that hugs the border of the lake, this section of the Lakewalk is said to be the most powerful…

15 Minneapolis Schools Switch to Online to Avoid Heat

June 8, 2021

The Associated Press,

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Fifteen Minneapolis schools that aren’t fully air-conditioned are switching from in-person to online instruction to avoid a heatwave this week. The Minneapolis Star Tribune reported that the schools will shift into online learning Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Highs in Minneapolis are expected to top out in the mid-to-upper-90s those days. The schools plan to re-open on Friday,…

Protesters Maintain Blockade at Minnesota Oil Pipeline Site

June 8, 2021

The Associated Press,

(Evan Frost/Minnesota Public Radio via AP) PARK RAPIDS, Minn. (AP) — Protesters fighting Canadian-based Enbridge Energy’s push to replace an aging oil pipeline across northern Minnesota have maintained a blockade at a pump station as part of a summer drive to stop the project before it can go into service later this year. Two protesters spent the night in a…

Crews Work Again to Reopen George Floyd Square to Traffic

June 8, 2021

The Associated Press,

(AP Photo/Christian Monterrosa) MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Crews returned to a Minneapolis intersection where a memorial to George Floyd was assembled after his death last year and worked to reopen it to traffic by removing debris and makeshift barriers. The Minneapolis Star Tribune reports that workers using front-end loaders and brooms arrived just before 5 a.m. Tuesday and cleared the intersection…

15-Year-Old Credited with Saving Families Lives in Morning Structure Fire

The red cross is currently assisting the family displaced by the fire.

June 8, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. — A 15-year-old girl is credited with saving her family’s lives during a structure fire Tuesday morning. The Duluth fire department responded to a two-story single-family home just before one o’clock Tuesday morning on the 1100 block of East 10th Street. Crews noticed heavy fire on the second floor of the building. The four adults and four children…

Ursa Minor Starts Expanding Patio Space

The parking lot will be replaced with locally mined taconite pavement, with expanded seating and a space for live music.

June 7, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn,.- Ursa Minor Brewing in Duluth’s Lincoln Park is expanding its patio. Construction has begun for the expansion, with plans to keep the patio open year round. The parking lot will be replaced with locally mined taconite pavement, with expanded seating and a space for live music. They will also build a grain silo outside. Ursa Minor founder Ben…

Flame Nightclub Receives Barstool Grant, Looks Forward to Nightlife Resurgence

The Flame is the second bar in the state of Minnesota to be selected to receive grant money from the $39 million raised by Barstool Sports.

June 7, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth’s first gay bar and nightclub The Flame received a big grant to help with costs as they go into what they hope is a busy season for Twin Ports nightlife. The Flame is the second bar in the state of Minnesota to be selected to receive grant money from the $39 million “Barstool Fund,” raised by Barstool…

Biking to Beat the Heat as Summer-like Temps Continue

Those over at Ski Hut on Fourth Street remind people just breaking out their bike to get a tune-up first.

June 7, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- As cyclists across the Northland get out on the trails to take advantage of the summer-like weather, local bike shops want to remind people to get their bikes tuned up and looked over first. “Today on a bike it doesn’t feel all that hot here,” said biker Brian Mallory. That may be the case for bikers like Mallory,…

Great Lakes Aquarium Educates Public on Harms of Using Lead Lures

June 7, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn.– In light of fishing season, the Great Lakes Aquarium is raising awareness about the harmful consequences of using lead lures and their impact on the loon population in Minnesota. Lead poisoning is one of the main causes of death in loons and Great Lakes Aquarium is partnering with Get the Lead out Minnesota to raise awareness about the…

Business Booming at Love Creamery

June 7, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn.– Record high temperatures this past weekend have been keeping ice cream shops busy with customers flooding through their front doors. A supervisor from Love Creamery in Lincoln Park says they have seen crowds lining up since May and the heat is bringing in new faces. “I think the kiddo’s and all the families that come in really are…

Duluth Public Library is Open at Full Capacity

June 7, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Public Library is now open at full capacity but they will continue to offer curbside pickup for book rentals. The Duluth Public Library’s manager Carla Powers says it’s great being open once again. “We have been open for limited services for quite a few months now but it’s not the same as being able to come…

Temperatures and Air Conditioner Sales Continue to Rise

June 7, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- Air conditioning systems have been in demand since a heat wave hit Duluth and we spoke with experts at ASP Plumbing on how to handle the heat. Rejean Carlson over at ASP says repairs and installations have been keeping them busy these past two weeks. “We’ve been getting a lot of calls ever since that last heat snap,…

Texas Roadhouse Hosts Hiring Event

June 7, 2021

Lauren Akabori,

DULUTH, Minn.- Texas Roadhouse held a hiring event here in Duluth, welcoming teenagers and adults to come in and apply to become a “Roadie.” The chain restaurant’s national hiring event is looking to fill all different types of open positions. Service Manager Jason Stanfield was hoping for 40 people to come in for interviews. “I think the reason we are…

Duluth Pack Teams Up with Operation Hat Trick

June 7, 2021

Natalie Noury,

DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth Pack in Canal Park is teaming up with Operation Hat Trick to donate a portion of their sales to the Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans (MACV). Duluth Pack will launch a unique line of 12-13 products with a leather Operation Hat Trick patch in place of the iconic store patch. Their hope is to raise money…

Oil Pipeline Foes Protest Enbridge’s Line 3 in Minnesota

June 7, 2021

The Associated Press, Site Staff,

(Evan Frost/Minnesota Public Radio via AP) SOLWAY, Minn. (AP) — Hundreds of protesters chanting “Stop Line 3!” and “Water is life!” gathered at the headwaters of the Mississippi River in northern Minnesota on Monday, vowing to do whatever it takes to stop a Canadian-based company’s plan to replace an aging pipeline that carries oil from Alberta to Wisconsin. Environmental and tribal groups say…

Charges Pending Against Drunken Driver in St. Cloud Police Crash

June 7, 2021

The Associated Press,

(courtesy: Waite Park Police Department via Fox9) ST. CLOUD, Minn. (AP) — Charges are pending against a suspected drunken driver who crashed head-long into a St. Cloud Police officer’s squad car. KTSP-TV reported Monday that the crash occurred about 6:20 a.m. on Sunday. Investigators said the officer was on traveling southbound on patrol and not using his emergency lights when…

Pipeline Foes Gear up for Large Northern Minnesota Protests

June 7, 2021

The Associated Press,

(Evan Frost/Minnesota Public Radio via AP) SOLWAY, Minn. (AP) — Environmental and tribal groups opposed to Enbridge Energy’s ongoing effort to replace its aging Line 3 crude oil pipeline are planning large protests in northern Minnesota as the Canadian-based company gears up for a final construction push. Organizers say they expect hundreds of people to participate in Monday’s “Treaty People…