Minnesota

Proposed Increase to Duluth’s Water Utility Rates

Duluth Public Utilities Commission Unanimously Voted to Send Proposal to the City Council, Despite Concerns from Outside Duluth

  DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Public Utilities Commission voted unanimously at a public hearing on Tuesday evening to move forward with proposed variable increases to water utility bills. The resolution would raise charges by 9.25% per year, totaling 48% over five years. This would impact all customers, including those outside city limits. At the hearing, the commission took public…

Craft Show Season Ramping up in the Northland

HERMANTOWN, Minn. — While the northland is seeing snow, it’s still Spring and that means the craft show season is ramping up. The Katz Meow Shows hosted its first event of the year on Saturday. Around 50 vendors packed the AAD Shrine building, showing off their crafts, from custom jewelry, handmade trinkets and even food products. One vendor says many…

An Egg-Splosion of Fun in Lincoln Park Ahead of Easter

DULUTH, Minn. — Just like that Easter is right around the corner, and it was an Egg-splosion of fun in Lincoln Park ahead of the holiday. The 10th Annual Egg-Splosion event got kids into the Easter Spirit. Northern Expressions Arts Collective hosted the free event at the Harrison Community Center on Saturday. It was a hopping good time as there…

Vehicles Gearing up Ahead of Motorhead Madness

DULUTH, Minn. — Vehicles were rolling into the DECC Friday ahead of Motorhead Madness this weekend. From classic to modern rides, 150 cars and trucks geared up for the show that starts Saturday. The event has fun for the whole family, from simulators, a RC track and even a robotics tournament. The car show will also be rewarding cash prizes,…

Int’l Falls & Grand Portage Entry Points to Receive Federal Funding

Minn. — International Falls and Grand Portage will be getting federal funding for their Land Port of Entry projects. International Falls will receive $86 million and Grand Portage $27 million. The funds will go toward improving manufacturing and technologies by utilizing American-made, lower-carbon construction materials. It’s all apart of President Biden’s investing in America agenda. The ports in minnesota are two…

Combat Veteran Turned UMD Student Advocates for Support Towards Veterans Entering College Life

DULUTH, Minn. — A combat veteran turned UMD student shared his experience overseas and the hardships he has faced while transitioning into scholar life. Jacob Heytens gave a speech at the college as a part of its Perspective Speaker Series. His speech titled “From Combat to College” focused on the lack of research surrounding veterans transitioning into college. Before enrolling…

Students Get Hands-On Experience in Construction Trades at the DECC

DULUTH, Minn. — Construct Tomorrow hosted a two-day event at the DECC this week. The event allowed local students to get hands-on experience and learn about new job opportunities. Students could lay bricks, set tiles and even use motion simulators as they went through stations. Many organizations also taught kids about apprenticeships and careers in construction. “I am passionate about…