DULUTH, Minn. — Tara Swenson announced bid for re-election for the Duluth City Council District 4 Seat back in March. Swenson tells FOX 21 that she would focus on ensuring residents and visitors feels safe, by supporting first responders. Continuing to invest in infrastructure is another goal, citing her work with turning West Skyline near Enger Park into a one…
DULUTH, MINN. — Another candidate has entered the Duluth City Council race to represent the Fourth District. On Friday evening Tara Swenson officially announced her candidacy at a gathering at Warrior Brewing Company. Swenson and her husband and two children live in the Piedmont neighborhood. Swenson says she is committed to supporting economic growth, and core services including streets, utilities, and…
DULUTH, Minn. – Former Duluth city councilor Howie Hanson and newcomer Tara Swenson are headed to the General Election Nov. 7 for the Dist. 4 seat on the Duluth City Council. Swenson got 767 votes in Tuesday’s Primary Election to Hanson’s 754 votes. “Being somebody that doesn’t have a name in town and my first time running for any sort…
DULUTH, Minn. — Tuesday, May 20, was the first official day that Duluth City Council candidates can file for elections. Candidates have until June 8th to officially cast their bid into the race. To run for Duluth City Council you must be a registered voter, be at least 21-years-old, and reside in their district for at least 30-days prior to…
DULUTH, Minn. — Wednesday, Duluth City Councilor at Large, Terese Tomanek, is seeking reelection this fall. The announcement coming at a press conference today at Duluth City Hall. There, Tomanek reflected on her efforts leading up to her current position. More specifically, her work involving the COVID-19 pandemic, as following her recognition for a Public Health Achievement Award. Tomanek also…
DULUTH, Minn. — The results below are from the Minnesota Secretary of States website. Mayor of Duluth (Vote for 1) Incumbent Emily Larson- 11,716, 39.99% Roger Reinert- 17,518, 59.88% Duluth City Council At Large (Vote up to 2) Arik Forsman- 17.527, 35.47% Jenna Yeakle- 9,428, 19.08% Miranda Pacheco- 8.150, 16.48% Lynn Marie Nephew- 14,134, 28.61% Duluth City Council District 1…
DULUTH, Minn. — In a rare move by the Duluth Police Union, and just days before the Nov. 7 election, its members are calling out three Duluth city council candidates — Jenna Yeakle, Miranda Pacheco and Wendy Durrwachter. The union says the three candidates have “extreme views against public safety and law enforcement officers.” Below is the union’s full statement,…
DULUTH, Minn. — With election season nearing, it’s important to stay up to date on candidates that will represent the overall interests of Duluthians. The Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce and the Duluth News Tribune announced the dates of five candidate forums. All free and open to the public at The Garden in Canal Park. Between the five forums, you’ll…
DULUTH, Minn. — The results below are from the Minnesota Secretary of States Office, with 100 percent of the precincts reporting. Mayor of Duluth (2 advance): Roger Reinert – 8,223 | 63% Emily Larson – 4,560 | 34.94% Jesse Peterson – .5% Robert Schieve – .5% Julie Mead – 1% Duluth City Council At Large (4 advance): Arik Forsman –…
DULUTH, Minn. – St. Luke’s opened a new clinic Friday morning. In partnership with Lake Superior College, the two transformed an old computer lab at the school into the Q-Care Clinic. The express clinic treats patients for a variety of minor aliments, helping even more people in the area. “Both are very successful. So one at Cub foods and one…
