National Blood Shortage Continues
DULUTH, Minn.- Due to a national shortage Northland blood donation centers are facing a lack of inventory for local hospitals. Not only did the pandemic cause a decrease in blood donations but schools and colleges…
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Douglas County Vaccination Numbers are on the Rise
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Douglas County has only seen one reported case of COVID-19 in the past two weeks as vaccination rates rise. Around 54 percent of Douglas County residents have received as least one vaccine dose.…
Drought Conditions and Air Quality Worsens
DULUTH, Minn.- Wildfires and the lack of rain is causing drought and poor air quality here in the Northland. Normally, June is when Duluth gets most of its rainfall but this June was the third…
'Let's Taco 'Bout a Job' Fair at Bayshore Residence and Rehabilitation Center
DULUTH, Minn.-- The Bayshore Residence and Rehabilitation center hosted "Let's Taco 'Bout a Job" Tuesday on Saint Louis Avenue of Park Point, from 12:00 noon to 4:00 PM, which is a job fair to…
Ammonia Leak Forces Evacuation Of DECC, Curling Club
DULUTH, Minn. - An ammonia leak forced an evacuation Tuesday evening at the DECC, according to Duluth Fire Chief Shawn Krizay. The fire department got the call for help around 7 p.m. Tuesday for the leak at the Curling Club.…
COVID-19 Update: Vaccinations, COVID Tests and New Variants
DULUTH, Minn.- COVID-19 restrictions have loosened quite a bit in recent weeks, but wearing masks and social distancing are still good ways to stay safe, especially for unvaccinated people. Essentia Health administered more than…
Information Picket Held as Negotiations Between Essentia, Healthcare Workers Continues
DULUTH, Minn.- Healthcare workers and community members took up signs to picket up by Miller Hill Mall today as negotiations continue over Essentia Health's contract with their employees. USW Local 9460 workers say a…
Summer Meals Program Through YMCA Begin
DULUTH, Minn. -- A food service program, through the Duluth YMCA, offering free nutritious snacks and meals to kids 18 and under, is now underway in the Northland. The idea is to continue…
Grandma's Marathon Sideline Traditions Continue
DULUTH, Minn.-- Today was the day everyone was anticipating for over a year, and it wasn't only the athletes who had to prepare, but a few local members too who have been doing this…
Essentia Health Discusses Prevention, Symptoms During Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month
DULUTH, Minn. - According to the Alzheimer's Association, worldwide, 50 million people are living with Alzheimer's and other dementias. June serves as Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month. Sara McCumber is an Advanced Practice…
Pop-Up Vaccine Clinic Held at Mount Royal Library
DULUTH, Minn.-- St. Louis County Public Health had a pop-up vaccine clinic at the Mount Royal Library location Wednesday. It was open to the public, but encouraged employees from nearby businesses to come in if…
Lake Superior Zoo is Aiding Animals Through Thermal Imaging
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…
Duluth Offers Advice on How to be Ready for Heat Wave with Pets and Children
DULUTH, Minn.--With temperatures in the high 80's, and in some areas the 90's this weekend, experts are trying to remind the community to not take any unnecessary risks when it comes to your…
Essentia Health Tells How to Recognize Signs of a Heat Stroke
DULUTH, Minn.-- As the Duluth Fire Department teaches us how to beat the heat, Essentia Health is also educating the public on signs to look for that indicate having a heat stroke. Some…
COVID-19 Hospitalizations Remain Steady at Essentia Health
DULUTH, Minn. - Over 46 percent of the eligible population in Minnesota is fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In Wisconsin, over 44 percent of the eligible population is fully vaccinated. While the numbers continue…
