Self Driving Car Company Benefits Grand Rapids Community
GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. -- A useful service has made its mark in Grand Rapids. Accessibility is something we strive to get more of in society. Something as simple as getting a ride to the…
Business
Hermantown SummerFest Highlights Local Businesses
HERMANTOWN, Minn. -- Hermantown SummerFest is this week and is filled with lots of ways to have fun in the community. The weeklong celebration is all about supporting local businesses. Events include free…
Black Water Lounge To Close In Downtown Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. -- After 15 years of serving hand-crafted martinis in downtown Duluth, Black Water Lounge has made the difficult decision to close. The lounge on the 200 block of East Superior Street…
Strong Opinions On Proposed Public Safety Plan; Duluth Mayor, Chiefs Encourage More
DULUTH, Minn. -- One day after a standing-room only council meeting, the city of Duluth's top public safety leaders are reacting to 3.5 hours of public comments and dialogue about Mayor Roger Reinert’s…
Knowing Your Neighbor: Emiliano's Mexican Restaurant
DULUTH, Minn. -- “I am originally from Puebla, Mexico. I have a house in Washburn where all the family lives. I thought it was a great location,” said Nestor Tapia. “Me and my family…
Two Workforce Development Nonprofits Merge Providing Career Building Opportunities
DULUTH, Minn. – True North Goodwill and SOAR Career Solutions announced their plans for a merger. The two nonprofits both focus on workforce development in our region for decades. Through recent conversations between…
Online Scam Regarding Fake Employment Opportunities for Essentia
DULUTH, Minn. --Essentia Health has heard from multiple people recently who were contacted about fake employment opportunities by someone impersonating Essentia. In most instances, people reported receiving a job offer via social media. They were asked to provide personal information…
Hucklebeary Craft and Gift Shop Hosts Employee Garage Sale
DULUTH, Minn. -- A local craft and gift shop is giving their employees a chance to sell their own items. It's the Hucklebeary Employee Garage Sale. Staff are selling antiques, clothing, books all outside…
Life House Welcomes New Executive Director
DULUTH, Minn. -- A non-profit organization helping youth recently welcomed a new executive director to the team. Amber Sadowski worked at Life House from 2015 to 2022 and served as the Operations Director. Altogether…
Knowing Your Neighbor: Local Reptile Business Seeks New Home
HERMANTOWN MN. -- Tucked away in the basement of the World of Fish building, The Snake Pit is a hidden gem for reptile enthusiasts. Guests can get to know animals like snakes, geckos,…
AMSOIL Acquires a New Grease Manufacturing Company
SUPERIOR, Minn. -- AMSOIL has acquired Aerospace Lubricants, an Ohio based company that specializes in designing and manufacturing specialized grease. Aerospace Lubricants will operate as an independent of AMSOIL and will not be rebranded. The…
Bent Paddle Brewing Hosts Boundary Waters Fundraiser
DULUTH, Minn.-- Folks paddled on down for this Boundary Waters fundraiser Friday Afternoon. There was a good turnout for the 2nd annual Paddlin' For The Boundary Waters fundraiser in Duluth. Bent Paddle Brewing…
New Food Truck Brings Korean Dishes To Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. -- A new food truck is bringing Korean culture to Duluth. Sunhee's Little Table is what it's called. The owner moved to the states from South Korea just 10 years ago. She had…
A New Mexican Restaurant Opens in Downtown Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. -- A new Mexican restaurant has already seen success in the two weeks that they’ve been open. Located in the historic Duluth Herald Building, Emiliano’s Mexican Restaurant has reported busy afternoons since their…
It's a Sweet 4th of July at Burlington Station
TWO HARBORS, Minn. -- Up the shore in Two Harbors, you don't have to wait for the firework show for the festivities to begin! Joining the Annual Children's Festival and Dinghy Parade. Burlington…
DECC's 'Taco Fest' Faces Criticism For Not Including Local Mexican Restaurants
DULUTH, Minn. – The DECC’s first-ever Taco Festival is drawing some criticism because the event does not include any local Mexican restaurants. The DECC describes the event as "a festival-style taco extravaganza,” "a street party…
Downtown Duluth Looking to Get In on Outdoor Dining
DULUTH, Minn. -- In the summertime, tourists flock to Duluth for the Lake Superior views and endless outdoor activities. They also begin to fill up restaurant patios, milling around the popular Canal Park and…
Famous Daves Hosts Whole Hog Roasts On Wednesday Nights In July
HERMANTOWN, Minn. -- After a trip to Texas a couple months ago, the owner of Famous Daves got some tasty inspiration. Wednesday nights throughout the month of July, the restaurant will be roasting a…
Bent Paddle Welcomes Two New Collaborative Brews
DULTUH, Minn. -- Some new brews have hit the taproom at Bent Paddle. For the month of July, Bent Paddle has made a girl scout inspired crowler and growler. The Lemonade American Lager tastes like…
Honeyberry Season in Full Swing at Farm LoLa in Wrenshall
WRENSHALL, Minn. -- Berry picking is in full swing here in the Northland, and honeyberries at Farm LoLa in Wrenshall are ready for picking. Farm LoLa has kicked off its berry picking season. The…
