DULUTH, Minn.-The city of Duluth is working on submitting an application for a $1 million loan to help along an expansion of the Verso paper mill in Duluth. The mill is planning on having an expansion project worth an estimated $21 million so the plant can stay more competitive by being able to process scrap paper into pulp. The city…
DULUTH, Minn.-With kids spending less time holding books and more time on their electronic devices, one local business is stepping up trying to curb that trend. The Zenith Book Store on Central Avenue is holding weekly readings for kids where they can listen to some wonderful tales that make their mind wander to a fantastic place. Management at the store…
DULUTH, Minn.-Duluth Homebrew Supply at Fitger’s has announced they are shutting down their business effective Nov. 12. The owners told us they have decided to pursue other interests rather than anything related to their business. Their entire stock of inventory will be half off until they officially close their doors. Below find a statement they posted on Facebook. To our…
DULUTH, Minn. – The BP convenience store on London Road has official closed its doors. A sign was posted sometime yesterday, thanking loyal customers for their business. The location is owned by Lakehead Oil, who FOX 21 reached out to Tuesday, but have not heard back for comment. This was the last BP location in Duluth, the previous two locations…
DULUTH, Minn.- If you are an entrepreneur, you now have the opportunity to start your own business through the Greater Downtown Council’s Pop-Up Campaign. Future business owners can apply with their own idea for a business and have it fill a pop-up shop in downtown Duluth. The program is in its fifth year and has lead to some tenants staying…
DULUTH, Minn.-Get Downtown Week began in Duluth today. Numerous stores and restaurants will be offering buy one, get one free deals through Saturday. Event organizers say it’s a great way to remind Northlanders all the downtown area has to offer. “There are quite a few things down here,” said Darlene Marshall, of the Greater Downtown Council. “Flowers, symphony tickets, and…
DULUTH, Minn.-ALDI grocery store will open Thursday in Duluth near the Miller Hill Mall. The store, located at 1724 Mall Drive, will be the second in the Northland. The other is located on Tower Avenue in Superior. “We’re thrilled to join the Duluth community and offer customers the benefits of the ALDI shopping experience,” said said Matt Lilla, Faribault division vice…
DULUTH, Minn. – Construction is buzzing along at a new Aldi grocery store in Duluth. We don’t know the precise date it will open yet, but in previous discussions with the company, they did say it would open in the fall. Aldi is a discount grocer and will be located near the old K-Mart building which is by the Miller…
DULUTH, Minn.-After temperatures reached 80-degrees yesterday, the Northland will be hit with a dose of reality soon. We are getting very close to feeling that fall chill on our skin and local businesses are already getting out their winter gear. One we spoke to today, says now is the time to get your winter gear. “If you are in the…
DULUTH, Minn.-Ascena Retail Group, which own multiple retail outlets including Duluth-based Maurices, announced more reductions in their workforce. Nearly 200 associates lost their job today including 10 in Duluth. The company expects to save between $250 and $300 million through the cuts by 2019. Earlier this month, Ascena announced they were closing 5 percent of their stores after losing about…
