WI Governor's Office Considered Giving Mining Lobbyist DNR Job
Gov. Scott Walker's staff considered making a lobbyist for a company seeking to dig an iron mine in Wisconsin the state Department of Natural Resources' deputy secretary.
Mining & Environmental News
Section of Willard Munger Trail to Close in Duluth
A short segment of the Willard Munger State Trail is closed temporarily to accommodate expansion and realignment of the Canadian National Railroad, where it crosses under the trail between Duluth and Carlton, according to the Department of Natural Resources.
Study: Minnesota's Wetland Conversion and Carbon Emissions
Minnesota converted more wetlands into farmland than any other state when crop prices spiked between 2008 and 2012.
Interior Tomato To Open Second Location
The Interior Tomato has its roots in West Duluth, but with business growing, owners have decided to open up a second location in Superior.
High Winds, Dry Conditions Spark Dozens of Wildfires
Fifty-mile-an-hour wind gusts and extremely dry conditions triggered a dangerous and active day Thursday as dozens of wild fires sparked up in the Northland.
Superior Wetland Plan Gets Financial Boost
A hefty donation is helping a project in Superior move forward.
City Sets Up Dump Sites For Winter Sand, Salt
The City of Duluth is inviting residents to dispose of excess road salt and sand from sidewalks, curbs, and boulevards at one of the collection sites set up around the city.
Science & Arts Merge at Great Lakes Aquarium
Students from Iowa State University are getting a chance to showcase their art at Great Lakes Aquarium.
Historic Hot Air Balloon Ride in Twin Ports
FOX 21's Stef Manisero goes along for a historic ride, and gives us a bird's-eye-view of Duluth.
Doggie Brew Bites Combine Craft Beer, Organic Dog Treats
When you walk into a local brewery to get a pint of locally made beer you're probably not thinking about if your dog will like it.
Rose Garden To Bloom Soon
In a couple of weeks, a popular flower will make its debut in the Leif Erickson Park.
Mining Company Withdraws Application in Northern WI
The state Department of Natural Resources says a company that was looking to open a huge iron mine in northern Wisconsin has officially withdrawn its plans.
Forest Service Extends Comment Period on BWCA Land Swap
The U.S. Forest Service is giving the public more time to weigh in on a proposal to swap state-owned land within the Boundary Waters Canoe Area for federal land elsewhere in the Superior National Forest.
Limited School Space at Marengo Valley Causes Concern
Marengo Valley is seeing an increasing number of students with a limited amount of space at its current school.
Buddies Not Bullies: Step Up to Stop Bullying in the Northland
The topic of bullying is an emotionally charged and very serious issues not only across the country but here in the Northland and a new organization is helping reiterate the importance of anti bullying within the community.
