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Police Chief Thankful For Community’s Support After Deaths Of Superior Officer’s Daughter, Retired K-9

K-9 Marik died one day after Hailey Eastman's unexpected death from an undiagnosed cardiac condition

January 28, 2023

Dan Hanger,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – It has been a painful and challenging time over the past couple of weeks for the Superior Police Department with the unexpected losses of Sgt. Nick Eastman’s teenage daughter and his retired K-9 Marik. Late Friday, Police Chief Nicholas Alexander expressed his thanks to everyone who has helped his department through this difficult time. Hailey Eastman In…

Bayfield Up For Two USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards

January 27, 2023

KQDS Staff,

BAYFIELD, Wis. — Bayfield is receiving some special recognition as it is up for two USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. These awards are highlighting the town in the categories, “Best Coastal Small Town” and “Best Midwestern Small Town.” Bayfield is known for being right on Lake Superior offering lots of boating and fishing, as well as it’s close proximity…

Fun Outside As Preparations Are Underway For Lake Superior Ice Festival

January 26, 2023

Pat Brink,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — The annual Lake Superior Ice Festival begins Friday afternoon in Superior. The event takes place all over Barkers Island. Preparations for the two-day festival were underway Thursday afternoon. Crews were clearing snow away from parking areas, fire pits were being spread out and work was well underway for the Ice Carousel, always one of the highlights of…

Abortion Front And Center In Wisconsin Supreme Court Race

January 26, 2023

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A liberal judge running in a pivotal race to determine majority control of the Wisconsin Supreme Court touts her support for abortion rights in the first two television ads of the closely watched race launched Thursday. The winner of the April 4 election will determine whether the court remains under control of conservative justices or flips to a…

Superior High School Hosts Career Fair

January 25, 2023

Paige Hansen,

SUPERIOR, Wisc– Students at Superior High School got a chance to explore options for future careers. The 2 hour long career fair was open for all grades, 9 to 12. With booths from Lake Superior College, Frasier Shipyards, and even military services. The fair was the second of the year at the High School, centered around construction and trades. Superior…

Superior Police K-9 Marik Dies One Year After Retirement

January 23, 2023

Dan Hanger,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Superior Police Department is mourning after the death of police K-9 Marik. Marik recently became ill from a gastrointestinal condition, according to the Northland K9 Foundation. Marik was partnered with Sgt. Nick Eastman. During the 7.5 years together, Marik was deployed 541 times and is credited with 91 arrests, including helping apprehend a man in a…

95 KQDS Races Small Dogs at Earth Rider Brewery

January 23, 2023

Drew Kerner,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Every year the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon brings in sled dog riders from around the world. But here at Earth Rider Brewery in Superior, one radio station looks to see who is top dog on a smaller scale. This year, 95 KQDS invited small dogs and their owners to participate in a sled dog race. The…

Wisconsin Governor Helps Businesses in Superior

January 21, 2023

Pat Brink,

Supeerior, Wisc. — Earlier this week Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers was in Superior to listen to residents about what they thought needed to be included in his budget. Evers also took time to answer a question posed by Fox 21, “What have you done for northwest Wisconsin lately?” “Well, we’ve done a lot of things including funding schools at a…

Musical Bingo Fundraiser Approaching To Support Local Arts, Music Community

January 20, 2023

Dan Hanger,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — A unique Musical Bingo fundraiser is coming up to support the local arts scene. It’s happening Tuesday, Feb. 7 at VIP in Superior. You encouraged to sing along to well-known songs sung by the Mackie Brothers while dabbing away on your bingo cards to help raise funds for free community music provided by Siggy’s Musical Garden and…

First Indoor Playground Opens In Superior

January 20, 2023

Paige Hansen,

SUPERIOR, Wisc.– Superior has a new addition, their first ever indoor playground, with FunLand opening up last week. Over two hundred families enjoyed the grand open last Saturday getting to see what the space offered. FunLand has a lot to enjoy, from a trampoline pad, to arcade games, and even a sensory room. The owners grew up in Superior, and…

Wisconsin Assembly Puts Bail Amendment On April Ballot

January 19, 2023

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The Republican-controlled Wisconsin Assembly gave a final, bipartisan push Thursday to a proposed constitutional amendment that would make it harder for violent criminals to get out of jail on bail. The measure will now go before voters to be ratified in the statewide April 4 election. Its passage in the Assembly by a 74-23 vote marks…

Difference of Opinion for Non-Binding Referendum in Wisconsin

January 19, 2023

Pat Brink,

Superior, Wisc. — There’s a difference of opinion in Wisconsin about what the non-binding referendum question should be on the April ballot. Republicans want to ask voters if there should be work requirements for people receiving public benefits. Democrats counter that the work requirement had already passed in 2018. Democratic Governor Tony Evers would like to have the referendum ask…

Governor Evers Hosts Listening Session at UWS

January 17, 2023

Pat Brink,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers and Lt. Governor Sara Rodriguez were on the campus of University of Wisconsin Superior Tuesday. They were there as part of a college campus listening tour before the Governor presents his budget proposal next month. There were about two dozen people who came to talk with the Governor and Lt. Governor about the…

Evers: Legislature Should Seek Vote On Abortion, Not Welfare

January 17, 2023

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin Democratic Gov. Tony Evers and Democratic lawmakers called on Republicans Tuesday to ask voters whether the state should ban abortions rather than seek their views on welfare eligibility. The move came hours before the Republican-controlled state Senate on Tuesday was scheduled to vote on an advisory referendum on welfare eligibility. The referendum would be nonbinding,…

35th Annual Duluth Wedding Show

January 16, 2023

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — If you’re planning on walking down the aisle this year, the DECC was the place to be on Saturday. The 35th Annual Wedding Show welcomed happy couples to meet vendors and watch a fashion show. New this year was a dance demonstration by Northshore Ballroom dancing and a cake tasting contest with Twisted Pastries. If you stopped…

Spicing Up Northern Wisconsin with a Chili Cook Off

January 15, 2023

Drew Kerner,

SOLON SPRINGS, Wis. –On this usually warm, but still chili day one Bar and Grill in none other than Solon Springs is hosting a cook off. One that looks to spice up the competition. Paul’s Pour House Bar and Grill has only been open for a decade, and for the last 6 years he found a way to warm people…

New Tattoo Parlor Opens in Superior

January 11, 2023

Pat Brink,

Superior, Wisc. –There’s a new place to get some ink that just opened its doors in Superior. The Northlandia Tattoo Parlor on Belknap Street received its final approval from the Superior City Council earlier this month. The owner, Jeremy Souders is not new to tattooing, he’s been doing it part-time for a number of years and liked it so well…

UPDATE: Missing Superior Teen Found

The Superior Police Department asked the public for help in finding Destiny Stubblefield last week.

January 10, 2023

KQDS Staff,

UPDATE (Jan. 10, 12:15 p.m.) — The missing 15-year-old girl from Superior has been found safe in a different state, according to the Superior Police Department. Destiny Stubblefield supposedly left her house with a friend last week and did not return home when expected. Through investigation police found she was in another state and notified that state’s authorities who then…

Playtime Palace Hosts One Year Anniversary

January 7, 2023

Paige Hansen,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — It was time for kids to have some fun on January 7, as Playtime Palace celebrated it’s one year anniversary. Kids up to the age of six were welcomed. Playtime Palace could be the perfect place to throw a birthday party as they offer a venue for parties to be reserved. The anniversary party had face painting,…

Superior’s Cedar Barn Closing Doors Due to New Lease

January 3, 2023

Paige Hansen,

SUPERIOR, Wisc.– Heartbreak from Superior business owners who say rising rent on their lease is reason why they are closing their doors. Cedar Barn recently re-branded a couple of years ago, but have been tenants for more than 9 years in the historic building, which was recently bought by a new owner. The store sells a wide variety of items,…

Evers To Push For Legal Abortions, Expanded Medicaid

January 3, 2023

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Gov. Tony Evers plans to outline a largely liberal agenda in his second inaugural address Tuesday, though he’ll also call for Republicans and fellow Democrats to work together on issues that have long divided them, including protecting abortion rights, expanding Medicaid coverage, legalizing marijuana and fighting water pollution. Evers and other constitutional officers elected in November, along…

Knowing Your Neighbor: Globe News

January 2, 2023

Paige Hansen,

SUPERIOR, Wis.– Globe News has been a staple in Superior Wisconsin for several decades. It’s a one-stop-shop with a nostalgic feel making it a collectors dream. The historical building sits on the corner of Belknap Street and Tower Avenue, displaying its iconic signature sign. Now after 40 years, owner Tom Unterberger is retiring, passing the store into new hands. “The…

Wisconsin Better Business Bureau Provides Tips For Financial New Year’s Resolutions

January 2, 2023

KQDS Staff,

WISCONSIN — Well with the new year, comes new finances, and the Wisconsin Better Business Bureau has provided tips for those wanting to set new financial goals. In order to stick to your financial New Year’s resolution, the BBB says: Take advantage of free tools as there may be online tools to help manage debt. Avoid wasting money on scams…

World Of Wheels Skates Into The New Year

December 31, 2022

Drew Kerner,

SUPERIOR, Wis.–The World of Wheels held its own NOON Year’s celebration for the young ones who probably won’t be awake at midnight. The kids had a chance to skate, play some of the games at World of Wheels, and even scramble to get candy. Skaters on the rink ranged from ages 1 to 13, with any parents welcome to join…

Border Town Betties Raising Funds For Richard I. Bong Museum

December 30, 2022

Sophie Varner,

SUPERIOR, Wisc.–What do you get when you combine World War II, a calendar, and a lot of women named Betty? A unique and great fundraiser of course! The Bong Museum is where it was happening. Members of the Border Town Betties were on-hand to autograph their latest calendar. It was part of their ongoing goal to give-back to the community….

Nummi Jewelers Donates Over $2k To CASDA

December 30, 2022

Emma Propp,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — The Center Against Sexual and Domestic Abuse, also known as CASDA, is ringing in the New Year with new money, thanks to Nummi Jewelers in Superior. This summer Nummi Jewelers played a game with customers where they would pop balloons and win something, and in exchange for that the customers would donate money to CASDA. Well, that…

CASDA Celebrating The New Year With ‘Behind The Mask’ Gala

The New Year's Eve Gala starts at 7 p.m. Saturday and takes place at Barker's Island.

December 30, 2022

Emma Propp,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — CASDA is putting on their annual New Year’s Eve Gala Saturday night, and they are celebrating with a “Behind the Mask” themed fundraiser. The last few years the Gala was held online, but now it’s finally back in person. It is their biggest fundraiser of the year with music, a silent auction, appetizers, games, and even a…

Globe News Changing Ownership By Start of New Year

Globe News has been a collector's dream on the corner of Belknap Street and Tower Avenue for 40 years.

December 28, 2022

Sophie Varner,

SUPERIOR, Wisc.–The old-school, one-stop-shop, Globe News in Superior, Wisconsin will have new owners by January 1st, 2023. Globe News has been a collector’s dream on the corner of Belknap Street and Tower Avenue for 40 years. Starting off as a news stand selling only magazines and newspapers, longtime owner Tom Unterberger has expanded his inventory to include sports cards, comic…

House Fire In Superior, $50,000 Worth Of Damage

Many fire crews responded to the fire, working at it for almost 3 hours.

December 28, 2022

KQDS Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — A structure fire in Superior resulted in $50,000 worth of damage and a family to be without a home for a little while. The Superior Fire Department says just after 11 a.m. Wednesday fire crews responded to a house fire on North 17th Street in Superior with fire coming out of a second story window. All 3…

Dreamland Supper Club Open for Christmas Dinners

December 25, 2022

Drew Kerner,

SOUTH RANGE, Wis. –Many places are closed this Christmas, but the kitchen was on at the Dreamland Supper Club today for families looking to be out of the house for dinner. The supper club in South Range was decked out with Christmas décor. Dreamland had 80 reservations today for this year’s Christmas dinner with the chef for the night giving…

150 Associated Press Images From 2022

December 24, 2022

The Associated Press,

Associated Press (ASSOCIATED PRESS) – Taken together, they can convey the feeling of a world convulsing — 150 Associated Press images from across 2022, showing the fragments that make up our lives and freezing in time the moments that somehow, these days, seem to pass faster than ever. As history in 2022 unfolded and the world lurched forward — or,…

Body Found On Road In Ashland, Alcohol And Exposure To Elements Possible Factors

December 23, 2022

KQDS Staff,

ASHLAND, Wis. — A body was found on the road Thursday morning in Ashland. According to the Ashland Police Department, police and paramedics arrived at the scene around 8 a.m. on Junction Road between Turner Road and Sanborn Avenue. The body was a 25-year-old from Ashland and exposure from the elements and not being properly dressed for weather was supposedly…

Local Reaction to President Zelenskyy’s Visit

December 22, 2022

Pat Brink,

DULUTH. Minn. — Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar was a member of the Congressional Escort Committee for Zelenskyy’s Visit. She briefly met with Ukraine’s president and reiterated the United States support for Ukraine. The senator said “…congress is coming together before the end of the year to provide additional security and humanitarian assistance…” Tina Smith, Minnesota’s other senator said, “It was…

Cenovus Awards $50,000 to Student-Led Manufacturing Program

Spartan Manufacturing is a student-led curriculum focused on learning hands-on skills at Superior High School

December 22, 2022

Sophie Varner,

SUPERIOR, Wisc.–Superior High School’s technical education program received an early Christmas gift Wednesday. They recently founded Spartan Manufacturing and got a big donation from Cenovus Energy. Established earlier this year, Spartan Manufacturing is a student-led curriculum focused on learning hands-on skills. It not only educates students about how to make things or weld, but encourages students to explore all their…

WisDOT Provides Winter Driving Trips Ahead Of Winter Storm

December 21, 2022

KQDS Staff,

WISCONSIN — The Wisconsin Department of Transportation sent out a warning for drivers ahead of the winter storm. “Know before you go,” meaning be 100% prepared before venturing out by having enough gas, warm clothes, and blankets. In case you get stranded they say to double check your cell phone battery and grab a car charger. And if you find…

Open House For New Youth Center In Superior

December 21, 2022

KQDS Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — In Superior the Human Development Center hosted an open house showcasing its new youth center. The newly renovated space is now home to the “Project Reach Out” program, which supports youth and their families during difficult times. The center provides an area for youth to relax, with board games, movies, and even a new gaming system. After…

Knowing Your Neighbors: Davidson Windmill

December 20, 2022

Ken Slama,

SOUTH RANGE, Wisc. — If you have ever travelled on Highway 13 just outside of Superior, you may have noticed, or missed, an old windmill on the side of the road. Well, it has been nearly 120 years since it was built and is in need of a restoration. The Old-Brule Heritage Society has been raising money for the project…

Snow Days Vs. E-Learning From Home In The Northland

December 14, 2022

Maria Vollom,

NORTHLAND — Many schools in the Northland shut down due to the storm, but a few stayed open and operated from home. The majority of local schools called off school completely opting for a traditional snow day at home. This includes Duluth, Superior, and many other districts in the Northland. However, several continued to function including Hibbing, Barnum, and Willow…

Power Companies Prepared for Blizzard

December 13, 2022

Pat Brink,

DULUTH, Minn. – SUPERIOR, Wisc. – For the past week we’ve known that this storm is coming. The storm is bringing a lot of snow and wind and these are two things that power companies regularly prepare for. Minnesota Power and Superior Water, Light and Power are no different, they have plans in place to deal with this type of…

Superior to See Lower Property Taxes

December 13, 2022

Pat Brink,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – There will be good news for residents of Superior when they open their property tax bills later this month as they will see a three percent reduction . Your property taxes actually consist of taxes from four units of government, City, County, Schools and Technical Colleges. Superior Mayor Jim Paine says there is one major reason for…

AMI Community COVID Vaccine Clinic in Superior Closing Friday

December 13, 2022

Mason Kroll,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — The AMI COVID Vaccine Clinic in Superior will be closing this Friday. The mobile clinic was established in 2021 to take on some of the demand local clinics and pharmacies faced. The clinic located within the Government Center in Superior is free and serves people six months and older. Its final day of operation will be on…

Wisconsin Postal Worked Killed

Mail carrier killed while delivering mail in Milwaukee

December 10, 2022

The Associated Press,

MILWAUKEE (AP) – Police in Wisconsin are searching for the shooter who killed a U.S. Postal Service employee as he was delivering mail. The shooting happened in Milwaukee just before 6 p.m. Friday on the city’s north side. The Milwaukee Police Department said the 44-year-old mail carrier was pronounced dead at the scene. He had worked for the Postal Service…

Train Slams Into Vehicle In Superior

December 9, 2022

Dan Hanger,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – A train slammed into a vehicle Friday in Superior. The crash happened around 1 p.m. The vehicle was stopped on the tracks as the train was approaching, according to police. The impact was not severe, but it was enough to push the vehicle from Tower Avenue down the tracks two blocks to John Avenue behind the Thirsty…

Blood Donations Needed To Help Traumatic Injury Patients, Cancer Patients, And More

December 8, 2022

Pat Brink,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. — It’s a story that keeps re-occurring. The blood supply in the area is getting low. Volunteers are needed to take just a few minutes to donate a pint of blood. Each donation can help three people. This time of year is more difficult to keep the blood supply up. Regular donors may be out of town visiting…

Superior Public Safety Officials Serve In a New Way

December 8, 2022

Pat Brink,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. — Law enforcement officers and other first responders in Superior helped the community in a different way on Thursday. They served food at a local restaurant to raise money for charity. The event at The Kitchen Restaurant featured the Superior police chief, fire chief, the outgoing Douglas County sheriff and the incoming sheriff elect. The special on the…

17 People Arrested For Allegedly Being Part Of Northland Drug Ring

December 6, 2022

Site Staff,

MINNESOTA/WISCONSIN — The Lake Superior Violent Offender Task Force says it has busted up an alleged drug ring in the Northland. 17 people have been arrested on accusations of being involved in it. The task force says the group worked with other drug traffickers to bring in narcotics to the area. That includes meth, as well as meth mixed with…

Students Uncover the Past Through Pine Trees

Larson's team will spend the next year-and-a-half analyzing the pine remnants and putting together the stories of the past from this wooden perspective

December 3, 2022

Owen Zagrabelny,

DULUTH, Minn — Today at Duluth Makerspace, there was much activity, and it was all about dead tree stumps and what we can learn from them. A group of college students from both UMD and Fond du Lac Community College collected centuries-old red pine samples from Minnesota Point and Wisconsin Point. They then brought them to Makerspace to sand them…

‘Merry Little Book Sale’ Now Open At Superior Public Library

December 2, 2022

Sophie Varner,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — The Superior Public Library has transformed into the “Merry Little Book Sale.” The Friends of the Superior Library organization puts on the book sale around the holidays every year. The books are unmarked, clean and ready for gift-giving. “We try to make it a festive holiday event, bring people to the library, and also raise some money…

School Closings and Delays for November 29, 2022

November 29, 2022

KQDS Staff,

School Closings & Delays Birchwood School District – 2-hour early release, no after school activities Categories: Education, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, School Closings, Wisconsin

Catholic Diocese of Superior Releases List of Abusive Priests

November 23, 2022

Pat Brink,

SUPERIOR Wisc. — The Catholic Diocese of Superior’s director of administrative services Dan Blake, says this is the first time it’s released information on abuse by members of the clergy. “It was time to take responsibility for the past and have a chance to start fresh” Blake said. He went on to say there are 23 priests and other clergy…