Gary New Duluth Archives

Decades-Old WWJC Radio Station Heavily Damaged In Early Morning Fire

The former General Manager shares his memories working at WWJC, and his hopes it hits the airwaves again soon.

August 8, 2021

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Burned wreckage and memories are all that’s left of the building that housed WWJC radio in Gary New Duluth, after an early Sunday fire took out the nearly 60-year-old station’s transmitters, taking it off the air. “We were the first Christian station in the Twin Ports,” said the Station’s Former General Manager, Ted Elm. “Sad to say that…

GND Rec Center Continues to Receive Donations

All of these donations are going towards the completion of the upcoming skate park that already has more than $400,000 invested in it this weekend.

June 3, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn– The Gary New Duluth Rec Center continues to receive donations as they gain more progress in building their new facilities. Minnesota power recently donated $25,000 while another anonymous donor made a $10,000 donation which the GND development alliance was able to match. All of these donations are going towards the completion of the upcoming skate park that already…

Gary New Duluth Memorial Day Ceremony Takes Place Virtually Due to COVID-19

The 2021 Ceremony is Free to Watch Via YouTube

May 31, 2021

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – For the second year in a row, the Gary New Duluth Memorial Day Ceremony took place virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Nearly a dozen guest speakers came together to prerecord the annual ceremony which was published for the community to view on YouTube. Their message was simple, yet heartfelt — thanking the men and women in…

Learning Life Lessons During Nature Night in Gary New Duluth

Nature Nights Will Continue Through the Summer for Youth in the Duluth Area

May 11, 2021

Brett Scott,

GARY NEW DULUTH, Minn. – Getting kids off cell phones, and into the forest. It’s a goal of one teacher in the Gary New Duluth neighborhood as the community’s rec center continues to host Nature Nights. “In spring, kids should smell like dirt,” said Leslie Bucar, youth director at the Gary New Duluth Rec Center. You can practically smell the…

GND Rec Area Vandalized

The estimated repairs will take several weeks and the sport court will remain closed until they are completed.

April 16, 2021

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. — The Gary New Duluth Rec Center is in its final stages of construction, but on Thursday, organizers noticed several thousand dollars worth of damages to the property. Vandalism and graffiti can be seen on the skate park, one of the glass basketball hoop backboards was shattered, and one of the excavators from the construction company was also…

Gary New Duluth Rec Center Distributes Food Bags from YMCA Summer Food Service

Volunteers say the meals help in the food desert of Gary New Duluth.

July 29, 2020

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Some people in Gary New Duluth Wednesday spent the warm sunny weather handing out bags of food to those in need. The Duluth Area YMCA Summer Food Service Program has been giving out grab-and-go meal bags at the Gary New Duluth Recreation Center since March. The bags included juice, healthy snacks, and produce from the community garden. A…

Celebrating “I Love to Read” Month at Duluth’s Stowe Elementary

The Gary New Duluth Rec Center Will Host a Two-Day Event Celebrating "I Love to Read" Month

January 31, 2020

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Gary New Duluth Development Alliance takes great pride in celebrating “I Love to Read” Month. For the past five years, board member Fran Morris and her team have organized an event inviting students from nearby Stowe Elementary School in Gary New Duluth to make way to the Gary New Duluth Rec Center to pick out a…

Local Non-Profits Receive Bike Fest Donations

October 22, 2019

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. – It’s all thanks to Kraus–Anderson Construction. The organization has run the Duluth Bike Festival for the past six years in August. All the money raised from that event was presented Tuesday morning. Members of COGGS say, the $27,000 allows them to continue to support the mountain biking community in the area. “Maintaining the trails we already have. Continuing…

Fundraising For Gary New Duluth Skate Park Underway

The rummage sale will continue on Saturday at the Gary New Duluth Recreation Center from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

October 18, 2019

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Gary New Duluth Recreation Center is hosting a rummage sale on Friday and Saturday. There’s no price that comes with the items on display, but donations are encouraged. The proceeds will go towards the Gary New Duluth Alliance Project, which includes the skate park. During their last rummage sale, the recreation center raised over $2,000. “We…

Gary New Duluth Rec Area in Final Phase

October 16, 2019

Reece Lindquist,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Gary New Duluth Recreational Area has underwent several renovations, and added new amenities over the last several years. They are now in the final phase of the long process, and adding a skate park is in the mix. Although the park isn’t expected to be completed until next year, fundraising is already underway. Community members say,…

Ethnic Festival Happening Saturday in Gary New Duluth

The GND Development Alliance is Thrilled to be Hosting the Ethnic Festival on Saturday, September 7, 2019

September 3, 2019

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – The community is encouraged to check out the annual Ethnic Festival taking place Saturday, September 7 in Gary New Duluth. The event is taking place from 12:00 – 5:00 p.m. The festival will feature music from the Alps to the Adriatic featuring the Singing Slovenes and special guest Kerry Christensen. Festival goers will also be able to…

Far West Days Brings Out Community

9th Annual Festival features vendors, fair food and llamas.

August 24, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Saturday was the second day of the Far West Days celebration in Gary New Duluth. The event has been bringing out the community around Commonwealth Avenue for nine years to bounce in bouncy houses, pet some alpaca llamas, and shop from about 25 local vendors. “I think it’s having a sense of community, everybody coming together,” said Mary…

Fish Heads to Perform Thursday Evening in Gary New Duluth

The Fish Heads' Performance is One of Three Free Musical Events Happening this Summer in Gary New Duluth

July 23, 2019

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Fish Heads and Friends, an evening of blues to bluegrass, will entertain crowds Thursday, July 25 from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the Gary New Duluth Pavilion. Fish Heads and Friends will perform starting at 5:00 p.m. The concert is free and open to the public to attend. Concessions will be available for sale. This is…

Convenience Stores Find Loophole to Sell Flavored Tobacco

Korner Store in Gary New Duluth opening up smoke shop.

March 19, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- At least two convenience stores in Duluth have found a way around a year-old city ordinance that bans the sale of menthol and flavored tobacco products. Derek Medved, owner of the Korner Store in Gary New Duluth, is creating a separate retail establishment as a smoke shop within his convenience store. The 10 foot by 10 foot section…

Anglers Take to the Ice for 3rd Annual Ice Fishing Contest

Anglers Compliment Weather, Fish Still Hiding

January 12, 2019

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Only in the Northland can you expect a frozen lake to be covered with ice houses and four-wheelers. On Saturday Anglers attacked the ice, trying to get themselves the next biggest cash to win the 3rd Annual Alpine Bar Winter Walleye Fishing Contest. The white blanket of snow on the frozen St. Louis River is peppered with different…

Candlelight Vigil Honors Memory of Shooting Victim

Victim Shot in Gary New Duluth

December 29, 2018

Arman Rahman,

DULUTH, Minn.- Over two weeks have past since 35–year–old Kevin Weiss was shot outside a home in Gary-New Duluth. On Saturday night, the community turned out to honor Kevin with a candlelight vigil. After losing one of their own, the community as well as friends and family of Kevin John Weiss came out to celebrate his life, and bring awareness…

Ghosts and Goblins Take Over Yard in Gary New Duluth

FOX 21 Photojournalist Adam Jagunich Enjoys Spooking Children and Adults Every Year at His Home in Gary New Duluth

October 26, 2018

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Active Adventures, FOX 21 Meteorologist Brittney Merlot takes us on a thrilling tour of Photojournalist Adam Jagunich’s haunted Halloween yard located in Gary New Duluth. Jagunich spends countless hours preparing for his Halloween display every year, all to make sure children and adults in the Gary New Duluth neighborhood come out on Halloween night…

LIVE Music, Eastern European Cuisine at GND Rec Center this Sunday

The Gary New Duluth Rec Center is Hosting Their Final Concert of the Summer Sunday, September 16

September 12, 2018

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – For the final time this summer, music will be the talk of the town at the Gary New Duluth Rec Center on Sunday, September 16. Residents in the area are dubbing the concert as “Music from the Alps to the Adriatic.” This is a family event with games for the kids too. There will be a bounce house,…

Blues, Bluegrass to Entertain Crowds in Gary New Duluth

The Gary New Duluth Recreation Center will Host a Blues & Bluegrass Concert Wednesday, August 22

August 20, 2018

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Fish Heads and Friends, an evening of blues to bluegrass, will entertain crowds Wednesday, August 22 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Fish Heads and Friends will perform starting at 4:00 p.m. followed by Gina Lee at 5:45 p.m. The evening will close with the Holy Hottenanners from 6:30 until 7:30 p.m. The concert is free and…

Independence Concert to Kick Off Fourth Festivities

The Independence Concert is Happening Sunday, July 1 at the Gary New Duluth Rec Area

June 29, 2018

Brett Scott,

DULUTH, Minn. – Happening Sunday, July 1, the Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra will be enlightening crowds at the Gary New Duluth Recreation Area. The concert will be taking place at 801 – 101 Avenue West, across from Stowe Elementary School. Organizer Fran Morris says the concert is free of charge, but guests are asked to bring a lawn chair. You…

City Seeking Developers For Land In Gary New Duluth

The lots are located at the 1100 block of U.S. Highway 23 at McGonagle Street.

January 22, 2018

Haydee Clotter,

DULUTH, Minn. – The city of Duluth is planning to redevelop some tax forfeited land to increase housing around the city. The 13 lots are located in Gary New Duluth and equal almost one acre of undeveloped land. The city is looking for developers to get creative and see what they can come up with for these lots. The goal is to get the…

Ice Fishing Contest Supports Duluth Neighborhood

2nd Annual Ice Fishing Contest

January 12, 2018

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – One local group is continually working to support its neighborhood in Duluth. The Gary New Duluth Community Club is taking advantage of the winter weather for an annual fundraiser this weekend. The second Ice Fishing Contest and Raffle is taking place on Saturday, January 13. Teams of four are welcome to join the contest. Registration will be…

Upcoming Events in Gary New Duluth Promote Safety and Community

Annual Raffle and Bike Rodeo to be Held This Week

August 23, 2017

Natalie Froistad,

DULUTH, Minn. – This week is full of activities at the Gary New Duluth Recreation Center. Thursday, August 24 the center is hosting its annual raffle event. Todd Eckart will be performing and funds raised will support the Gary New Duluth Development Alliance. The event on Thursday starts at 6 p.m., but event organizers recommend arriving at 5:30 p.m. On…

New Café Brings Year-Round Jobs, Revitalization to Gary New Duluth

The Trophy Café is locally owned and operated by Mont du Lac Resort

July 10, 2017

Brett Scott,

GARY NEW DULUTH, Minn. – Gary New Duluth has lived through decades of history. Buildings have changed ownership and new beginnings have come and gone. Now, one local resort is expanding into the neighborhood, inviting you to stop by for a fresh home cooked meal. “When you make an order, a chef in the back is going to make it…

Gary New Duluth

The former General Manager shares his memories working at WWJC, and his hopes it hits the airwaves again soon.

All of these donations are going towards the completion of the upcoming skate park that already has more than $400,000 invested in it this weekend.

The 2021 Ceremony is Free to Watch Via YouTube

Nature Nights Will Continue Through the Summer for Youth in the Duluth Area

The estimated repairs will take several weeks and the sport court will remain closed until they are completed.

Volunteers say the meals help in the food desert of Gary New Duluth.

The Gary New Duluth Rec Center Will Host a Two-Day Event Celebrating "I Love to Read" Month

The rummage sale will continue on Saturday at the Gary New Duluth Recreation Center from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The GND Development Alliance is Thrilled to be Hosting the Ethnic Festival on Saturday, September 7, 2019

9th Annual Festival features vendors, fair food and llamas.

The Fish Heads' Performance is One of Three Free Musical Events Happening this Summer in Gary New Duluth

Korner Store in Gary New Duluth opening up smoke shop.

Anglers Compliment Weather, Fish Still Hiding

Victim Shot in Gary New Duluth

FOX 21 Photojournalist Adam Jagunich Enjoys Spooking Children and Adults Every Year at His Home in Gary New Duluth

The Gary New Duluth Rec Center is Hosting Their Final Concert of the Summer Sunday, September 16

The Gary New Duluth Recreation Center will Host a Blues & Bluegrass Concert Wednesday, August 22

The Independence Concert is Happening Sunday, July 1 at the Gary New Duluth Rec Area

The lots are located at the 1100 block of U.S. Highway 23 at McGonagle Street.

2nd Annual Ice Fishing Contest

Annual Raffle and Bike Rodeo to be Held This Week

The Trophy Café is locally owned and operated by Mont du Lac Resort

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