MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — CJ Abrams hit a leadoff homer, stole three bases and scored three runs as the Washington Nationals beat the Minnesota Twins 7-2 on Sunday. Nationals starter Jake Irvin (8-5), a Twin Cities native pitching at Target Field for the first time, gave up two runs on five hits over seven innings. Josh Bell went 3 for 4…
DULUTH, Minn. – The William A. Irvin is set to host a free concert series for the second time. This August, a free, family-friendly concert series will be held every Thursday evening on the historic freighter’s spar deck, offering unbeatable views of the Aerial Lift Bridge and Lake Superior. People are welcome to arrive early, as the shows have…
DULUTH, Minn. — With Grandmas Marathon just days away, detours and delays are expected across the city. Canal Park and the Downtown area east of Lake Avenue will see the heaviest impact within the city. Watch for No Parking signs, temporary signage, officials directing traffic, and barriers. For other race information visit GrandmasMarathon.com WEEKDAY PREPARATION ADVISORIES: Tuesday, the Northwest…
DULUTH, Minn. — Nearly one year after the tragic loss of 25 year old Maxton Gudowski, his family, loved ones and community members are continuing to keep his memory alive. “It’s been definitely an up and down roller coaster of emotions. We’re so thankful. We have so much family and friends with support that’s truly what gets us through,” Maxton’s…
DALLAS (AP) — Anthony Edwards scored 26 points, and the Minnesota Timberwolves held on for a 105-99 Christmas Day victory over Dallas after Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic left the game with a strained left calf. A rematch of last season’s Western Conference finals won by Dallas fell flat when Doncic pulled up lame while running a play late in the…
DULUTH, Minn. — This year’s Duluth Winter Village at the DECC is expanding to include a Tinsel Tavern. The tavern includes 1,000 feet of tinsel, 600 feet of wrapping paper and 36 strings of lights. As for the tavern, Vikre Distillery will be creating holiday cocktails and mocktails, like a Gingerbread Old Fashion. The Winter Village is Saturday and Sunday…
DULUTH, Minn. — Grandma’s Marathon has reached full capacity Wednesday, Nov 6, breaking the organization’s previous earliest sellout record. That previous record was set in 2016, when registration reached capacity on December, 31. Now, that record being broke by nearly two months. Organizers expect more than 22,000 people to be signed up for one of the weekend’s three events, including…
DULUTH, Minn. — Last year a VIP experience was added to the Haunted Ship, and with its success it returns for another year. “My favorite part is just interacting with the guests and bringing them on board and being creepy and just attacking their senses when they don’t expect it,” said the ghost of Lady Irvin. VIP treatment includes the…
DULUTH, Minn. — The DECC’s Haunted Ship officially opens for scary tours Thursday night in Duluth. The Haunted Ship VIP experience is expanding this year with food trucks and other fun activities along Harbor Drive outside the ship. Watch above for a preview of all of the sights, sounds and smells you can expect. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News
DULUTH, Minn. — Registration for the 2025 Grandma’s Marathon weekend opens Oct. 1 at 7 p.m. on GrandmasMarathon.com. The William A. Irvin 5K will have a different court next year. It’ll start on Harbor Drive by the Irvin before headed to Canal Park Driver, underneath the main marathon finish line structure, and then ending in Bayfront Festival Park. The change…
DULUTH, Minn. — Every fall for nearly 30 years the William A. Irvin is transformed from a place of history to one of horror. The Haunted Ship is a seasonal stop for many Halloween fanatics across the Midwest. Organizers said that this year, there will be even more ways for the public to join in the spooky fun. Steve Rankila,…
DULUTH, Minn.- Chris Nikic, the 2021 ESPN Jimmy V Perseverance Award winner, might be the perfect motivator for those taking part in this weekend’s Grandma’s Marathon. On Thursday, Nikic spoke to a group of kids at the Northwood Children’s Services campus before leading them in a fun (and somewhat intense) workout. “Today was tough and painless. But either way, I…
DULUTH, Minn. — One of the most popular spots to watch Grandma’s Marathon for the home stretch won’t be available to spectators this year. Harbor drive behind the DECC will be closed off from spectators looking to watch that final stretch before the finish line. Currently, Harbor Drive is under a multi-million dollar seawall construction. Pedestrians and spectators will have…
DULUTH, Minn. — Runners, spectators, and the Twin Ports community are gearing up for the 2024 Grandma’s Marathon weekend June 22. Grandma’s Marathon Marketing & Public Relations Director Zach Schneider joined FOX 21 on the newscast Wednesday morning to talk about race weekend plans and preparations. Beyond the marathon, the weekend features a multitude of other events. The annual spaghetti…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Luka Doncic had a 20-point first quarter on his way to 36 points for his high this postseason, and the Dallas Mavericks beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 124-103 on Thursday night to breeze through the Western Conference finals in five games. Kyrie Irving also scored 36 points for the Mavericks, who built a 29-point halftime lead on 61%…
DALLAS (AP) — Karl-Anthony Towns finally found his rhythm, and the Timberwolves finally closed a game in the Western Conference finals. Now they head back to Minnesota to see if they can make things even more interesting against Dallas. Towns scored 20 of his 25 points in the second half and the Wolves held off the Mavericks 105-100 on Tuesday…
DULUTH, Minn. — Participating Blue Star Museums look to support active military personnel and families with free admission. There are four Blue Star Museums in Duluth; William A. Irvin, Glensheen, Children’s Museum, and the Lake Superior Zoo. Lucie Amundsen with the DECC joined FOX 21 on the morning newscast to talk about the importance of supporting military families through gestures…
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Luka Doncic led a strong finish for the Dallas Mavericks, swishing crucial shots down the stretch, drawing a couple of fouls and even playing strong defense. The Mavericks might not be the favorites in yet another series, but they stole home-court advantage from the Minnesota Timberwolves with this promising start. Doncic had 15 of his 33 points…
DULUTH, Minn. — There was beautiful weather Friday morning in Duluth as an annual tradition took place. The Vista Fleet’s first tour departed marking the 65th year of operations. The cruising season includes a range of experiences for locals and tourists from sightseeing, dining cruises, or any special event you need to rent a boat. The fleet of two boats…
DULUTH, Minn. — Ventriloquist and Comedian Todd Oliver and his talking dog Irving will take the state at the West Theatre on Sunday May 5 at 2pm. The duo has starred on the Today Show, the Late Show with David Letterman, the Tonight Show and America’s Got Talent. They joined FOX 21 on the morning newscast Thursday. For tickets to…
DULUTH, Minn. — A new way to visit 3 popular attractions for the price of 2 is kicking off in Duluth. The Great Lakes Aquarium, North Shore Scenic Railroad, and William A. Irvin are all part of the Duluth Passport. The passport looks like an official document and unfolds into a map to show where each attraction is. When guests…
DULUTH, Minn. — A good sign of spring and summer has happened in the Minnesota Slip… in Duluth. The docks are now in the slip getting ready for the charter fishing season. The slip is uniquely also home to the historic William A. Irvin. Some of the area’s most well-known fishing charters house their businesses in the slip, like the…
INTERNATIONAL FALLS, Minn. — A historic bandshell in the City of International Falls caught fire Sunday afternoon, and appears to be a total loss. There’s been no word yet on what caused the flames or the official extent of its damage, but a Facebook post from Mayor Harley Droba states, “all city staff are safe, however it seems the building…
DULUTH, Minn. — DECC Executive Director Dan Hartman gave an update Sunday on the venue’s struggling financing, saying he is proud to report the DECC has not used a dime of the $1 million emergency line of credit, which the city council reluctantly approved in September. Hartman said business has picked up, and it has been strong. The William A….
DULUTH, Minn. — The lack of snow and comfortable temperatures had people out and about at the Duluth Winter Village at the DECC. Local businesses, a majority from Canal Park and Lincoln Park, sat along the Irvin in wooden cabins for the last day of the winter village. Wintergreen Northern Wear was there for it’s second year setting up a…
DULUTH, Minn. – The board of directors at the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center released an extensive public statement Monday on the DECC’s website explaining the entertainment venue’s financial situation, the responsibilities of the board and how they plan to move forward. The statement also provides a ‘question and answer’ section to help the public understand the challenges and successes at…
DULUTH, Minn. — Grandma’s Marathon is breaking records this year with registration. In less than 100 hours the Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon has sold out with more than 8,000 people signed up. According to Grandma’s Marathon officials, this is the fastest sellout for the race since 2018. Sunday night, registration for the races opened up and within the first 5…
DULUTH, Minn. — Registration opens today for the biggest marathon in the Twin Ports. Runners interested in Grandma’s Marathon could register for race day next year starting as of 7 p.m. Sunday. Race weekend holds the Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon and Full Marathon as well as the William A. Irvin 5-K. Last year the marathon had its second fast sellout…
NEW YORK (AP) — Tony Bennett, the eminent and timeless stylist whose devotion to classic American songs and knack for creating new standards such as “I Left My Heart In San Francisco” graced a decades long career that brought him admirers from Frank Sinatra to Lady Gaga, died Friday. He was 96, just two weeks short of his birthday. Publicist Sylvia…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Police Department released a traffic advisory for events happening Friday as a part of Grandma’s Marathon. Below is the press release from the police department: WILLIAM A. IRVIN 5K: Traffic Advisory – Friday, June 16, 2023 The William A. Irvin 5K race will begin at 6:00 p.m. Harbor Drive behind the DECC will close to…
DULUTH, Minn. – It’s Grandma’s Marathon week in Duluth. In just days, more than 20,000 runners will converge on the city. This is the 46th year of Grandma’s Marathon. The race brings in close to $21 million of economic impact to the region every year. Race packet pickup starts Thursday at the DECC with the Essentia Health Fitness Expo. On…
DULUTH, MINN. — Nearly a half dozen attractions in the Duluth area are part of the national Blue Star Museum program. The program allows active duty service members and their families to visit the attractions free of charge. The program begins tomorrow, which is Armed Forces Day and continues throughout the summer until Labor Day. In this area, the Duluth Children’s…
DULUTH, Minn. — The spring thaw has caused trail conditions to be vulnerable to damage if walked or ridden on during this time. Because of that the City of Duluth Parks and Recreation has announced they are closing all natural surface trails for the time being. Trails closed include the Duluth Traverse, Superior Hiking Trail, and other dirt trails in…
DALLAS, Texas.- For most, if not all the UMD players, Saturday will mark the first time they have played on an NBA Court. The UMD women’s team had their first chance at testing out American Airlines Arena on Thursday. Here’s what they had to say on the differences and challenges of playing in a different setting. “Well coach Pearson always…
DULUTH, Minn. — If you haven’t gotten registered for this year’s Grandma’s Marathon, you’re out of luck because it’s sold out. Race officials said this is one of the fastest sellouts on record for the 26.2-mile race. And on top of that, more than 9,000 runners are signed up for the full marathon and Gary Bjorklund Half Marathon. Officials said…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Police Department hosted their annual Blue Santa Shop with a Cop event. Held at target, over 30 kids from area youth services like Valley Youth Center and Lincoln Park Boys and Girls Club, paired up with an officer to spend up to $200 dollars on anything they want in the store. Donations from this event…
DULUTH, Minn. — 14 Minnesota parks and trails getting a new look, thanks to the Legacy Fund. $11.4 million has been dished out by the fund to help enhance 14 regional parks and trails. Locally, the Duluth Waabizheshikana, Marten Trail received nearly $1.5 million dollars. The trail is located between Irving neighborhood and Jay Cooke State Park. It includes an…
DULUTH, Minn. — Well, the popular Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon has officially sold out. Registration for the half marathon has only been open since October 1 and has already ran out of spots. The half marathon came around in 1991 and has been a popular race ever since with capacity for the race being at 8,000. Their marketing and PR…
DULUTH, Minn. — How many people can the Haunted Ship scare? Well, apparently a record-breaking amount. Thousands trekked through the tank of terror this October, 29,525 to be exact, and that’s not counting ghosts. A new single day record was also set at more than 4,000 people. This year’s theme was “What are you afraid of?” tapping into people’s phobias…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Haunted Ship, one of Duluth’s most popular Halloween attractions, was buzzing with folks ready to be scared on Friday. A large crowd was lined up all the way down the block outside the William A. Irvin, anxiously anticipating the self-guided tour. Flickering lights, slamming doors, clowns, and dolls are just a few of the things that…
LOS ANGELES (AP) — President Joe Biden is set to highlight his administration’s efforts to lower prescription drug costs on Friday as part of his three-state Western tour this week, as he confronts a sobering inflation report in the waning weeks before midterm elections. Biden will head to a community college in Irvine, California, to meet with older adults and…
DULUTH, Minn. — Skaters are rolling in to the northland for this weekends 26th annual Northshore Inline Marathon and Skate Fest. It’s known as the nations largest skating race, with over 2,000 people competing in the many rollerblading, roller skiing, and running events. The full-marathon race is more than a glide, racers will straight-line 26.2 miles by the end of…
DETAILED ROAD CLOSURES FROM THE DULUTH POLICE DEPARTMENT: “On Friday, September 16, at 3:00 p.m Harbor Drive between the Irvin slip and the Aquarium will close to traffic for Kid’s Inline Sprint Races. The Great Lakes Aquarium lot will remain accessible during this time. It will open at the conclusion of the Inline Marathon on Sunday, September 18 at 8:00…
DULUTH, Minn. — In less than two months, the William A Irvin Ship Museum will transform into a tank of terror. The haunted ship has taken place in Duluth for the last 30 years, drawing in thousands annually. Right now, crews are hard at work, building new props for this years event. Hop onboard, walk the plank, and run through…
DULUTH, Minn. — Nearly 9,000 people packed Bayfront Festival Park Saturday for the annual Festival By The Lake. Hundreds of vendors were spread out across the grounds with live music, good local food and local art, among other options. This is the fourth year of the festival with double the number of vendors this time. And for the first time,…
HIGHLAND PARK, Ill. (AP) — The gunman who attacked an Independence Day parade in suburban Chicago fired more than 70 rounds with an AR-15-style gun that killed at least seven people, then evaded initial capture by dressing as a woman and blending into the fleeing crowd, police said Tuesday. A spokesman for the Lake County Major Crime Task Force told…
Here is Friday’s Lunchtime Update! Fox 21’s Dan Hanger and Meteorologist Ken Slama give you a rundown of Grandma’s Marathon weekend events and weather. Friday Events- Michelina’s All-You-Can-Eat Spaghetti Dinner: 11:00am-9:00pm YAF Festival for Kids: 12:00pm-4:00pm Whipper Snapper Races: 1:00pm Rock the Bayfront: 5:00pm-9:45pm William A. Irvin 5k: 6:00pm Saturday Events- Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon: 6:00am Grandma’s Marathon: Wheelchairs &…
DULUTH, Minn. – “We look forward to Summer more than anything. We’re very excited for the warm weather and the people coming and we love the visitors and we love being part of this community and doing what we can to be a transportation provider for it,” said Co-Owner of Leaf Rides, Jed Irvine. Summer is back and so are…
DULUTH, Minn.– With summer rolling around, the DECC is looking for volunteers to welcome in cruise ships. DECC Hands is a volunteer group for those wanting to greet, and welcome those coming off the vessels to the city of Duluth. They are looking for people who love Duluth, and are wanting to tell new comers about all of the best…
DULUTH, MN – Another sign of spring in the Northland is the charter fishing boats back in the water down by the William A. Irvin. It took a little longer to get the boats out this year because of the cold weather, with the first even having to break some ice to get out of the marina just last week. …
