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Campsites and Marinas Full for 4th of July
DULUTH, Minn.- With Sunshine, Cook-outs, Camping and family time, the 4th of July is a busy weekend for places like Spirit Marina in Duluth. "We came in Yesterday. We came for the…
Nolan Bill Would Force Completion of PolyMet Mine Land Swap
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - U.S. Representative Rick Nolan has introduced a bill to force completion of a land swap needed for the proposed PolyMet copper-nickel mine in northeastern Minnesota. PolyMet is welcoming the move, saying the transaction hasn't been moving forward…
UW Regents Set to Vote on Fee, Room, and Board Increases
MADISON (AP) - The University of Wisconsin System Board of Regents is poised to vote on raising student fees and housing rates. The regents are scheduled to vote on the system's 2017-18 budget on Thursday during a meting at UW-Madison.…
Officials Investigating Drowning on East Bear Lake in Michigan
GOGEBIC COUNTY, Mich. - The Gogebic County Sheriff's Office is currently investigating an apparent drowning that happened Sunday evening at East Bear Lake of the Sylvania Wilderness Area in Watersmeet Township. Authorities say they were notified of the incident around…
DTA to Operate Holiday Service During Fourth Fest
DULUTH, Minn. - The Duluth Transit Authority will operate a limited holiday service schedule for regular route buses on Tuesday, July 4. The holiday services, which can be found in the shaded…
Longtime Racer Dies in Crash at Brainerd International Raceway
BRAINERD, Minn. (KMSP) - A longtime racer was killed in a crash during a race at the Brainerd International Raceway in Brainerd, Minnesota Sunday afternoon. Mel Shaw, 70, a Trans…
Minneapolis Airport Fails 95 Percent of Security Tests, Sources Say
MINNEAPOLIS (KMSP) - When put to the test, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport failed 95-percent of security tests conducted at the airport last week, according to Fox 9 sources. Last Thursday, what's referred to as the "Red Team" in town from…
Movies in the Park to Start Friday
DULUTH, Minn. -The Greater Downtown Council along with other fine sponsors are excited to invite the community to Leif Erikson Park for the 2017 Movies in the Park series. Every…
Thousands Set to Celebrate at Bayfront Festival Park
DULUTH, Minn. - Thousands are set to descend on Bayfront Festival Park for the Annual Fourth Fest celebration. Gates will open at 4 p.m. this year, with entertainment happening from…
Son With Disability Inspires Family To Run Their Best
For a lot of people, the 4th of July holiday is about spending time with the family. And for one family on the Iron Range, it’s…
Sunday Liquor Sales Start in Minnesota -- Except City of Duluth
RICE LAKE, Minn.- It was a sight seen for the first time -- customers walking in and out of the Sunset Bottle Shoppe in the city…
Hibbing Community College Receives $100,000 Grant
HIBBING, Minn. - Hibbing Community College received a one-year $100,000 grant from the Minnesota Women's Foundation to encourage women to pursue careers in non-traditional fields. The grant will support…
Sen. Amy Klobuchar In Duluth Monday To Support Breweries Legislation
MINNEAPOLIS (Press Release) – On Monday, July 3, U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar will meet with business leaders and local elected officials at Canal Park Brewery in Duluth to discuss the economic benefits of Minnesota’s craft beer industry and highlight her…
Coast Guard To Boaters: Play It Smart During Twin Ports Fireworks Displays
DULUTH, Minn (Press Release) — The U. S. Coast Guard has established and will strictly enforce two safety zones on the water in the Twin Ports for the annual Duluth Fourth Fest fireworks display and the Superior 4th of July…
Authorities: 6 killed in plane crash in northern Wisconsin
PHILLIPS, Wis. (AP) - Authorities say six people aboard a Cessna airplane were killed when it crashed in northern Wisconsin. The Price County Sheriff's Office says the airplane crashed at 3:21 a.m. Saturday near the city of Phillips. WSAW-TV (http://bit.ly/2sgjhQI…
First Taste of Duluth Event Takes Over Bayfront Festival Park
DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth is known for its culture, tight knit community, Local businesses, And music and art scene, and Saturday, all of those components of the city came together at Bayfront…
Midwest Mopars North Car Show Is Back in Duluth
DULUTH, Minn.- Local motor heads showed off their flashy rides at the Midwest Mopars North car show. Around 60 cars lined the parking lot of the Heritage Center in Duluth, where car…
Zenith Bookstore Opens in West Duluth
DULUTH, Minn.- A new bookstore opened for business in West Duluth Saturday. The outside of the Zenith Bookstore features a mural of life sized books like the Great Gatsby, Alice in Wonderland,…
DTC Reopens After Being Closed Temporarily
DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Transit Center reopened Saturday. The Duluth Transit Authority bus operations were temporarily moved to the DTA’s downtown transit center east on West Superior Street, due to construction along…
Cloquet Public Library hosts craft fair and book sale
CLOQUET, Minn. - The Cloquet Public Library was the spot for the annual craft fair and book sale on Friday. The event is put on to help raise funds for the…
Stipes Carnival opens in Cloquet
CLOQUET, Minn. - The Stipes Carnival is up and running in Cloquet. The carnival has moved from its usual spot in Voyaguer's Park, due to the construction there. The fun and games…
Disabled American Veterans Organization Serves Up Some Good Eats
CLOQUET, Minn. - Cloquet's Disabled American Veterans chapter served up some All-American eats to kick off 4th of July weekend. D.A.V. members set up outside the Premiere Theater offering brats, burgers…
Experts Urge People to Stay Safe While Enjoying Fireworks
SUPERIOR, Wisc.- Independence Day is around the corner, and many people are looking forward to celebrating with fireworks, but experts say it’s important to keep safety in mind. Fireworks start around 20,000…
Thunder Shirts Help Dogs Stay Calm During Fireworks
DULUTH, Minn.- Fourth of July means fireworks and fun, but for some pets, loud noises can cause a lot of anxiety. Experts advise keeping pets that get nervous in a room…
CSS Receives Grant for Nursing School
DULUTH, Minn.- The College of St. Scholastica was awarded a 1.4 million dollar grant from the Health Resources and Services administration to help fund the Rural Academic Practice Partnership for Northeastern…
Doctors Say Wearing Sunscreen Could Have an Impact on Health Later in Life
DULUTH, Minn. -- July is just around the corner, and it’s only going to get warmer as the summer months continue. Doctors say that you should always take precautions when you know…
Minnesota Asked for Voter Data in Nationwide Fraud Investigation
ST. PAUL, Minn.–Secretary of State Steve Simon says he's not sure whether he will turn over data on Minnesota voters to a White House panel studying voter fraud. The commission was established…
