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Midday Update 9-3-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, September 3, 2019

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Morning Update 9-3-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, September 3, 2019

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Midday Update 9-2-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, September 2, 2019

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Set Sail with the St. Louis River Alliance this Thursday

The SLRA is Hosting the annual Vista Boat Tour Thursday, September 5 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.

DULUTH, Minn. – The St. Louis River Alliance (SLRA) is setting sail Thursday, September 5 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. aboard the Vista Fleet in Duluth. The SLRA is excited to be hosting the Vista Star Boat Tour for yet another year. Boarding will begin at 5:00 p.m. Departure at 5:30 p.m. Arrival back to docks by 7:00 p.m. Light…

Blood Donations Encouraged During Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

The American Red Cross is Hosting a Blood Drive at Walmart in Superior Tuesday, September 3, 2019

DULUTH, Minn. – The National Cancer Institute estimates more than 15,000 children and teens in the United States were diagnoses with cancer in 2018. With the diagnosis often comes continued blood and/or platelet transfusions. Throughout the month of September, Northlanders are encouraged to help the American Red Cross by signing up to donate blood or host a blood drive in…

Morning Update 9-2-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, September 2, 2019

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Midday Update 8-30-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, August 30, 2019

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Saddle Up! Great Northern Classic Rodeo is Back in Superior

The Annual Rodeo Happens Throughout Labor Day Weekend

SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Great Northern Classic Rodeo is back for another three-day fun filled lineup of entertainment. The event takes place at the Head of the Lakes Fairgrounds in Superior. The 28th Annual Great Northern Classic Rodeo will begin Friday at 6:00 p.m. Friday night the rodeo will kick off with the “Tough Enough to Wear Pink Event,” and…

Morning Update 8-30-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, August 30, 2019

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Cooking Connection: Fresh French Fries at the Minnesota State Fair

The Great Minnesota Get-Together Wraps up on Monday, September 2, 2019

FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. – The Great Minnesota Get-Together continues through Labor Day in Falcon Heights. This year there are dozens of new foods available to try, but the staples keep customers and fairgoers coming back. FOX 21 Local News stopped by Fresh French Fries in this week’s Cooking Connection. FOX 21’s Andrew Kirov learns how staff keep up with demand…

Midday Update 8-29-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, August 29, 2019

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Morning Update 8-29-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, August 29, 2019

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Midday Update 8-28-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, August 28, 2019

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Morning Update 8-28-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, August 28, 2019

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“Twin Ports Tonight” Seeking LIVE Studio Audience

Taping for Season Two of Twin Ports Tonight is Happening Tuesday, August 27 and Wednesday, August 28

DULUTH, Minn. – Have you ever wanted to be a part of a live studio audience for a local television show? On Tuesday, August 27 and Wednesday, August 28 you have the chance to do so in Duluth. Season Two of Twin Ports Tonight hosted by Andrew Kirov will air in October on WDSE-WRPT throughout the Northland region. Twin Ports…

Morning Update 8-27-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, August 27, 2019

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Midday Update 8-19-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, August 19, 2019

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Help Light Duluth Teal Throughout the Month of September

A List of Events is Planned in Duluth to Help Raise Awareness for Ovarian Cancer

DULUTH, Minn. – The City of Duluth will go teal throughout the month of September. The Minnesota Ovarian Cancer Alliance (MOCA) welcomes Northlanders to help raise awareness and raise funds for ovarian cancer research. A series of events is planned starting with the Aerial Lift Bridge being lit teal on Friday, September 6 and Saturday, September 7. The Light Duluth…

The Tribute Fest to Benefit Homeless Veterans in Minnesota

The Tribute Fest Kicks off Thursday, August 22 at Bayfront Festival Park in Duluth

DULUTH, Minn. – Folks in the Northland are gearing up this week for the start of The Tribute Fest happening August 22 – 24 at Bayfront Festival Park in Duluth. The Fest was originally set up more than ten years ago to raise awareness and funds for homeless veterans in Minnesota. Minnesota Assistance Council for Veterans (MACV) is a nonprofit…

Morning Update 8-19-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, August 19, 2019

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Midday Update 8-16-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, August 16, 2019

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Morning Update 8-16-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, August 16, 2019

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Midday Update 8-15-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, August 15, 2019

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Backpack Giveaway Happening Tonight in West Duluth

The Free Backpack Giveaway is Taking Place from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Followed by a Concert from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.

DULUTH, Minn. – Free backpacks, school supplies, food, and a concert will help light up the afternoon with smiles in West Duluth Thursday, August 15. Mike Letica, owner of Letica’s Iron Mug in Duluth’s Morgan Park neighborhood is teaming up with the Valley Youth Center of Duluth to host a free Backpack Giveaway. The event is meant to help those…

Morning Update 8-15-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, August 15, 2019

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Midday Update 8-14-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, August 14, 2019

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Battle of the Burgers Tonight at Bayfront Festival Park

Grill Wars is Happening Wednesday, August 14 from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.

DULUTH, Minn. – In the mood for a fresh, juicy burger but not excited to fire up your own grill? Grill Wars 2019 will once again benefit the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Northland Wednesday, August 14 from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Bayfront Festival Park in Duluth. Some of the area’s most popular restaurants will be asking for…

Morning Update 8-14-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, August 14, 2019

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Midday Update 8-13-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, August 13, 2019

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Morning Update 8-13-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, August 13, 2019

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Midday Update 8-12-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, August 12, 2019

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Morning Update 8-12-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, August 12, 2019

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Midday Update 8-9-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, August 9, 2019

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Morning Update 8-9-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, August 9, 2019

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Midday Update 8-8-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, August 8, 2019

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Morning Update 8-8-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, August 8, 2019

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Midday Update 8-7-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, August 7, 2019

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See a Movie, Donate a Dollar Today at Marcus Duluth Cinema

The Fundriaser for the Lake Superior Zoo is Happening Wednesday, August 7

DULUTH, Minn. – Since The Lion King was released 25 years ago, we have lost half of Africa’s lions. Officials estimate only 20,000 remain. Disney and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) are now teaming up to bring awareness to the declining lion population with their Protect the Pride campaign. Haley Hedstrom with the Lake Superior Zoo says the facility…

Morning Update 8-7-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, August 7, 2019

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Midday Update 7-31-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, July 31, 2019

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Adopt a Rescue Dog Recently Transported to Duluth from Texas

The Seven Rescue Dogs are Currently Living at Animal Allies Humane Society in Duluth

DULUTH, Minn. – More than 114,000 animals are euthanized every year in the state of Texas due to overpopulation in local shelters. This grim statistic is what gives Lindsay Niemi with Animal Allies Humane Society in Duluth the drive and passion to bring back to the Northland as many animals as possible during trips to the southern state. Niemi recently…

Morning Update 7-31-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Wednesday, July 31, 2019

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Midday Update 7-30-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, July 30, 2019

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Morning Update 7-30-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Tuesday, July 30, 2019

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Midday Update 7-29-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, July 29, 2019

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Morning Update 7-29-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Monday, July 29, 2019

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Midday Update 7-26-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, July 26, 2019

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Blueberry Festival to Benefit Iron River Lions Club This Weekend

The 55th Annual Iron River Lions Club Blueberry Festival is Happening July 25 - 28

IRON RIVER, Wis. – Food, fun and live entertainment is taking over the community of Iron River, Wisconsin Thursday, July 25 – Sunday, July 28. The 55th annual Iron River Lion Club Blueberry Festival is set to raise money for community programs and projects. The money raised from the Blueberry Festival goes directly back into the community for vision screening…

Morning Update 7-26-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Friday, July 26, 2019

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Midday Update 7-25-19

Local News and Weather Making Headlines Thursday, July 25, 2019

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