Jonesin’ for Java: Part One
Part one of a three part special report on local coffee hubs in the Northland. FOX 21’s Travis Patterson travels to Bayfield, WI to try some local brews at Big Water Coffee.
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Making the Cut: Kicking it with Duluth East
Nick Tries Out for the Duluth East Soccer Team
“Hey everybody is this week’s ‘Making the Cut’ I am at Duluth East High School with the reigning Section 7AA champ Greyhounds. I’m joined by coach Bremer. Coach, you guys are the reigning champs, what are you looking for in your players that you want to see on the field, to make your team?””Well, when we’re going through tryouts some of the things we look for are shooting, passing, dribbling and things like that. Positioning, communication, hustle, all of those things factor in when we’re looking at players to make the cut.”
STD Numbers Dramatically Increased in 2014
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says sexually transmitted diseases increased dramatically in 2014.
Bluebird Foundation Launches ‘Christmas by the Lake’ Volume IX
Northland musicians of all ages and abilities celebrated their work creating songs of the season.
Magnetation Closing Plant 2 in Bovey MN
7 out of 11 Major Iron Ore Facilities Closing
Magnetation LLC Announced a potential production curtailment of it’s Plant 2 facility located in Bovey.
Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce Donates Turkeys to CHUM Food Shelf
Over 100 Turkeys Donated
Leadership Duluth, the region’s premier leadership development program of the Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce, donated Turkeys to the CHUM food shelf.
Marine General Turkey Fry Raises Funds for Bike Donation
Bikes to be Given to Salvation Army
The aroma of frying turkeys reeled in the crowds at Marine General Wednesday.
Glensheen Mansion Decking their Halls Early
Historic Site Getting Ready for Christmas Tour
The twenty seven thousand square foot mansion is getting ready for the self guided Christmas tour starting on Black Friday.
Annual Women’s Luncheon Held at UMD
Women Gather for Community Building Event
The event hosted by Commission for Women, featured Mayor-Elect Emily Larson as the keynote speaker. Organizers say it is meant to help connect those who work side by side.
Food Banks in Need of Donations for Thanksgiving
Make a Canned Food or Monetary Donation
There are plenty of people who will be in need of a warm meal this Thanksgiving and you can help make it happen.
Highway 61 Project Proposal
Increase Smooth Traffic Flow in Two Harbors
The bustling traffic on Highway 61 through Two Harbors could soon flow more smoothly.
Annual Christmas by the Lake CD to be Released
Christmas by the Lake CD
We give you the details of this year’s Christmas by the Lake CD and where you can pick it up.
Business Owner Speaks Out After Shooting Suspect
Owner: 'I Had To Take Action'
A Superior business owner spoke out for the first time Tuesday to FOX 21’s Dan Hanger after he says he was forced to shoot an armed robber.
Great Outdoors: Paintball
A Mix of Shooting and Color
Some see paintball as a sport with a specific audience, but Jeff Olson, a Superior paintball player believes this is a sport for everyone.
Making the Cut: Serving it up with Virginia
Nick Picked up a Racket and Tried out for the Virginia Tennis Team
“Hey everybody. In this edition of ‘Making the Cut’ I’m going to take my talents to the tennis courts with the reigning section 7A champs, Virginia. I’m here with coach Mauston. Coach, what skills and what are you looking at from me to make the cut of your team?””Well I think Nick, the most important thing I can tell you, have a great attitude, work hard and make sure you’re having fun because that’s the name of the game here in Virginia. It’s worked well for coach Gunderson and myself for many, many years.”
Unique Homes: The Purple Palace
We’re wrapping up our tour of unique homes in Duluth.
Shoe Boxes Are Being Stuffed for Operation Christmas Child
Community Members Donate Gifts to Children Across the World
The shoe box gifts are sent to children living in poverty across the world. Each year roughly seven to eight thousand gifts are sent out from the Northland.
Community Members Discuss PolyMet Mine Proposal
Minnesota DNR Accepting Comments
The state of Minnesota approved the final environmental impact statement of a proposed copper-nickle mine project in Northeastern Minnesota.
Fresnel Lens Returns Home to Two Harbors
Northland Uncovered: Two Harbors Lighthouse Lens
We’ll take you inside the Two Harbors Light Station to give you can exclusive look at one of the first beacons to shine a light over Agate Bay, in this week’s Northland Uncovered.
Production Temporarily Idled at Northshore Mining
Cliffs Natural Resources Idles Iron Ore Plant in Silver Bay
Cliffs Natural Resources Inc. announced Tuesday that it is temporarily idling iron ore pellet production at its Northshore Mining operation in Minnesota by Dec. 1, 2015.
Ski Hut Anxious For Winter Blast, Uptick In Business
With colder temperatures approaching, a popular local ski shop is looking forward to finally getting back to business as usual for this time of year.
Making the Cut: Bumping & Spiking with the Carlton Bulldogs
Nick Hit the Volleyball Court to put his Skills to the Test
FOX 21’s Nick Franck tries out for Carlton High School’s varsity volleyball team.
Unique Homes: 1818 Ridgewood Court
We continue our look inside unique homes in Duluth.
Duluth Businesses Prepare for Window Display Contest
Greater Downtown Council Sparks Friendly Rivalry
You may notice a lot of red curtains up in the windows in downtown Duluth this week.
Snocross Not Threatened By Warm Weather
Colder Temperatures Coming This Weekend to Make Spirit Mountain White
With Snocross nine days a way and not a snowflake in sight, concerns have been raised about whether Spirit Mountain will be ready.
Amsoil Makes Stop at Two Harbors High School
Amsoil Brings Demonstration to Two Harbors High School
With some spare time before snocross the Amsoil snow team paid a visit to Two Harbors High School.
UMD Hosts Consent Week
Students Learn About Consent
The University of Minnesota Duluth is hosting Consent Week, to address sexual assaults that happen on college campuses across the nation.
Be A Santa For A Senior Kicks Off
Seniors Receive Gifts From Community Members
This December it doesn’t matter if you are young or old everyone likes to have something to unwrap come Christmas morning.
What UWS Does to Keep Students Safe While Studying Abroad
UWS Talks About Student Safety
In the wake of the tragedy in Paris, there are new concerns about the safety of students traveling abroad. We spoke to one local university with study abroad programs to see what they’re doing to keep theirs students safe, even while overseas.
Diocese of Duluth Documents on Priests Accused of Sexually Abusing Children Released
Names and Details of 4 Priests Accused of Sexually Abusing Children Released
At least 5 lawsuits are being filed against the Diocese of Duluth on accusations of priests sexually abusing children.
UMD Production Features Watsons Throughout the Years
The (Curious Case of the) Watson Intelligence
We give you a sneak peek of UMD’s latest production.
Bentleyville to Open this Weekend with New Displays
Coffee Conversation: Bentleyville
Find out what’s new at Bentleyville this year.
‘How Sweet It Is’ To Open New Store Monday
Soft Opening Scheduled For Noon
“How Sweet It Is Cakes” in Duluth is officially opening its new downtown location Monday at noon.
Sport Clips Holds Fundraiser For Duluth VFW
Duluth’s VFW was taken over by the hair-cutting industry Sunday.
Cook County Happy to be at State Volleyball
Vikings Sec. 7A Title was First in School History, First in Any Sport Since 2007
Cook County High School was in the school’s first ever trip to the volleyball state tournament. And even with plenty of familiar faces in the stands, Viking playerss couldn’t avoid a few wide–eyed stares.
Making the Cut: Swimming with the Thunderhawks
Nick Dove in the Pool without the use of Flippers
FOX 21’s Nick Franck tries out for the Grand Rapids varsity swim team.
Unique Homes: 412 Hastings Drive
Take a drive through your neighborhood and you’ve probably had the urge to peek inside at least one home.
Focus on Health: Diabetic Eye Treatment
For decades, laser therapy has been used to treat one of the most feared complications of diabetes.
Festival of Trees Kicks Off the Holidays in Duluth
Northland's largest holiday arts and crafts show, tradition to many.
With the Festival of Trees over, people of Duluth are all set for the holiday season.
Duluth’s Gingerbread City Receives Additions
People brought gingerbread creations to add to the city.
Duluth’s gingerbread city is currently under construction.
HELP! Dan Needs to See the News Prompter
Earn Yourself a Chance to Win a $200 Gift Certificate to Vision Pro Optical
Learn how you can help Dan see the prompter, while getting the chance to win a $200 Gift Certificate to Vision Pro Optical
