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4th Street Market Reopening Under New Ownership

Currently, the Duluth Central Hillside Neighborhood has no grocery stores nearby.
Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- Exciting news for residents in an area that some refer to as the food desert. The 4th Street Market is under new ownership and will be serving the community once again. The 4th Street Market closed it’s doors last February but the American Indian Community Housing Organization now purchased the building. Currently, the Duluth Central Hillside Neighborhood has no grocery stores…
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Hartley Nature Center May Become More Accessible

The city may be applying for a nearly $1.3 million grant to help fund the Hartley Mini Master plan.
Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.-  The Duluth City Council could vote on a grant application to help the Hartley Nature Center. The city may be applying for a nearly $1.3 million grant to help fund the Hartley Mini Masterplan, adding more parking and more signs in the park. “Right now you sort of have to earn your way around Hartley, people go out in…
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Autos for Autism Raises Money for a Good Cause

All the proceeds go towards a local organization in Duluth, the Scottish Rite Foundation.
Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- For some, classic cars, sunshine, and good friends is a combination for a perfect Saturday. In West Duluth they’re doing all that and fundraising for autism. The second annual Autos for Autism car show kicked off at Bay West.  The cars on display are suggested to donate money towards the cause. All proceeds go towards a local organization…
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Preparations Underway for Taste of Duluth Festival

New this year more stages have been added for live music.
Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- The second Taste of Duluth kicks off this weekend at Bayfront Park. Nearly 100 vendors are bringing Duluth’s arts and cuisine in one spot right next to Lake Superior. Setup for the festival is underway, tents and signs are being placed at Bayfront. The festival is family-friendly and free. “You know how cool is it to be around…
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Senator Sanders Visits Duluth

Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders visits Duluth showing support for Minnesota's Attorney General Keith Ellison.
Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- Hundreds attended a campaign rally in that featured Senator Bernie Sanders rallying support for state Attorney General candidate Keith Ellison. Ellison is running in a contested DFL primary against four other candidates, three Republicans are also running for the position. “We elect an attorney general that has the history and the courage to stand up to powerful special…
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What it Takes to Compete in 4H

The St. Louis County Fair is a big event for 4H showmen.
Lauren Leigh,

PROCTOR, Minn.- County fairs are underway in the Twin Ports and 4H is a big part of it all, teaching students how to raise livestock and perform. These County Fairs are the big show for the animal caretakers, it’s the time they get to show off all their hard work after training animals one–on–one to perform, this weekend is the…
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MPCA Awaits Its Turn To Clean Up Minnesota Slip

Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Minnesota Slip seawall reconstruction project continues. We spoke with officials at Minnesota Pollution Control Agency who say the project is a long time coming, practically for over 20 years. Removal of the contaminated sediment in the Minnesota Slip in Canal Park by the MPCA will begin October first through November. Before this process begins the new seawall needs to…
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Home Run for Everyone at the Kiddie Parade

It's become a tradition for families.
Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- It’s Halloween in July, little Northlanders are dressing in their favorite costumes. Children are running the bases at Portman Square dressed in their best costumes. This has been a long–time tradition, a specially for one mother who grew up participating and now takes her children. “I do have a lot of costumes I just wanted to try something new because…
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Classic Cars Line Downtown

Car owners we spoke with look forward to talking about their prize rides at the car show all year long.
Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- Maintaining classic cars is a hobby for car enthusiasts and showing off their beloved vehicles downtown is a large part of the fun. Car lovers and families jam-packed the streets. We stopped by one unique car that came from out of state. “Oh the people, the people you meet is the best part,” car owner Eugene Altiere said. “It’s unusual…
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Vacant Middle School May Transform into Affordable Housing

The potential affordable housing is intended to help workforce families.
Lauren Leigh,

CLOQUET, Minn.- Affordable housing is a hot topic in the Northland, now an old Middle School building that sat vacant for one school year may turn into apartment units and office space. The developers we spoke with say it’s a workforce housing project intended to help working families find affordable housing.  As for the middle school the development plans would keep the…
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Head of the Lakes Fair Underway

The first night is known as "Sneak-a-Peek" offering the community a free entry.
Lauren Leigh,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- The popular Head of the Lakes Fair has kicked off! It takes nearly two weeks to set up for the big event. This year the petting zoo is back along with pony rides, 4H shows, donut and hot dog eating contests, and plenty of carnival food like those juicy turkey legs. “Everybody has fun here, we got food…
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Cooking Connection: Lucca Pasta

For this week's Cooking Connection we're in the kitchen with the Cove Point Lodge
Lauren Leigh,

Recipes  Chicken Norway 4 airline chicken breasts Olive oil                 ½ C. plus 2 T. Thyme dry            1 t. Oregano dry         1 t. Basil dry               1 t. Garlic chopped   1 t. Salt                 …
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Free Range Film Festival Continues

It's known as the "farm fresh alternative to cinema"
Lauren Leigh,

WRENSHALL, Minn.-The annual Free Range Film Festival kicks-off this weekend. The Free Range Film Festival is hosted in a barn, highlighting a variety of independent movies. The festival is in its 15th year and organizers say it’s ready for another successful weekend. For more information on the festival visit Free Range Film Festival. Categories: Community, Entertainment, News, News – Latest News Tags:…
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Restoration Continues on Historic Fond Du Lac Cemetery

MnDot officials tell us productive changes are in the works. 
Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Minnesota Department of transportation is releasing new information on a Native American grave site in the Northland disrupted by highway reconstruction last spring. MnDOT is working year-round to restore the historic cemetery. Nearly 20% of the site in West Duluth’s Fond Du Lac neighborhood has been processed, meaning soil and items found are being examined to determine if…
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UMD’s Land Lab Named Top Five in the Nation

UMD's Land Lab is officially the fifth best college farm according to Best Value Schools.
Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Land Lab at the University of Minnesota Duluth is officially ranked one of the top college farms in the country. UMD’s Land Lab is officially the fifth best college farm according to Best Value Schools. The farm stretches over 30 acres and is ran by over a thousand students every year. Fruits and vegetables grown on the…
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Businesses Working around Northshore Construction

Restaurant owners tell us the construction can make it difficult for customers to enter and leave the parking lot.
Lauren Leigh,

TWO HARBORS, Minn.- As the construction travels further up the Northshore a variety of businesses are being impacted. It’s a busy time of year at the popular Northshore restaurant Betty’s Pies located on Highway 61 just outside of Two Harbors. Workers tell FOX21 due to the recent construction it can take them over an hour to pull into the parking…
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How to Keep Your Gear in Good Shape

It's the first Grand Forestry Weekend at Duluth Pack.
Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- The Northland is known for its beautiful hiking and camping opportunities. This weekend one local shop is helping you keep your outdoor gear sharp for the trails. It’s Grand Forestry weekend at Duluth Pack this weekend. Demonstrations are being held on Saturday to show the proper way to take care of your ax. A professional will demonstrate the…
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Portion of Shipping Docks Being Restored in Superior

The project began in mid-May and is expected to wrap up near the end of August.
Lauren Leigh,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- A shipping wall in Superior built back in the 1940’s is now being rehabilitated thanks to an over one million dollar grant. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation’s Harbor Assistance Grant Program is helping to rebuild nearly 3/4 of Terminal 41 in Superior. Around 600 feet of the East dock terminal is being replaced. “To shore that up and…
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Drummond is Wading in the Water

Projects planned for this summer have already been placed on the back burner.
Lauren Leigh,

DRUMMOND, Wis.,- It’s sunshine and clear sky now but Drummond is still wading in the water. Drummond town chairman Roy Bloom remains busy keeping track of road conditions. “Two, three, there was four washouts in this that were five foot deep,” Bloom said. The red markings are all the roads currently closed. “There are still places here we’re just guessing,…
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Residents Help DNR Cleanup Flood Damage

Residents we spoke with said they're used to flooding but have never seen the water level this high.
Lauren Leigh,

AMNICON LAKE, Wis- Residents are jumping in the high waters to help ensure no more damage is done from the recent downpour of rain. Water levels are extremely high at Amnicon Lake. The docks are submerged underwater and to ensure pieces don’t drift away nearby homeowners piled up the pieces ashore. “Well this dock was floating away, it’s the campgrounds dock…
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Behind the Scenes of the Spaghetti Feed

Overall nearly 8,000 plates of food will be served.
Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.-  The annual Michelina’s Spaghetti Feed has been feeding the Northland before grandma’s marathon since 1977. The spaghetti feast helps runners carb up before the big race, but everyone is welcome to enjoy the all you can eat meal. The line starts around 10 a.m. and doors are open until 9 p.m. Overall nearly 8,000 plates of food will…
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Grandma’s Marathon Charity Partner: Running for the Cure

Scleroderma is a chronic tissue disease, which has no cure.
Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- There are over a dozen charity partners with Grandma’s Marathon, but this year one man is starting a first-time charity to honor his wife. Runners are raising money for the  Scleroderma Foundation, for team Carole. Scleroderma is a chronic tissue disease, which has no cure. Kevin Berg is organizing a fundraiser to help find a cure, now nearly…
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Superior School Bus Drivers Upset with District Changes

The bus drivers don't want to sign any contracts until they can talk with the incoming superintendent.
Lauren Leigh,

SUPERIOR, Wis.- Bus drivers with the Superior School District are slamming the brakes on the district’s changes to operations. The changes involve where the buses are stored overnight and new non-breakable one–year work contracts. Emotions were high as bus drivers sounded off to Superior School District Superintendent Jana Stevens on Thursday. More than two dozen bus drivers showed up to…
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Two New Business Join in on Revitalizing Lincoln Park

Owners of both Corktown Deli and Brews and Love Creamery are celebrating their grand opening in Lincoln Park on the 1900 block of West Superior Street.
Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- Two new businesses opened their doors in Lincoln Park Wednesday. These businesses are part of a larger movement to transform a section of Duluth, which hasn’t seen much new development in a long time.  The Lincoln Park district continues to grow, and neighborhood residents are excited to see more accessible food options. Many business owners are collaborating to…
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Human Development Center Opens in Medical District

The center helps nearly 600 individuals every month.
Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- A new The Human Development Center in Duluth is providing multiple services at one location. The center helps individuals in Saint Louis County dealing with mental illness and addiction. The new location allows all 75 community support workers to work under the same roof. Previously the services were scattered throughout Duluth, being at one location helps workers coordinate…
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Enjoying the Park Point Rummage Sale Tradition

It's been a Duluth tradition for over 30 years.
Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.-  The Park Point Rummage Sale stretches four miles long, drawing in first-time “garage salers” and veterans who know all the tricks. This year did not disappoint shoppers or sellers. “Beautiful area of Duluth for one thing, to be coming into Park Point, seeing the lake right around here and they have such beautiful flowers here,” shoppers Lindy Danielski…

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Dozens Of Flower Baskets Hung In Downtown Duluth

Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth is blooming with color, as more than 100 flower baskets are now brightening up the downtown waterfront. Monday morning, the Clean and Safe Team decorated the streets with the baskets and planters put together but Duluth residents. Tourists we spoke with say the decorated downtown is welcoming. “It just shows that the community really cares and really…
Community, News, News - Latest News, Wisconsin

Solid Rock Safe Haven Celebrating 80 Years of Service

It's the longest standing homeless facility in the community
Lauren Leigh,

SUPERIOR, Wis.-The homeless shelter Solid Rock Safe Haven is celebrating 80 years of helping those in need. It’s the longest standing homeless facility in the community, the Solid Rock Safe Haven has been providing shelter and food for homeless men in Superior for 80 years. It’s the only soup kitchen in town that serves food six days a week. “It’s…
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Park Point Rummage Sale Underway

The Park Point rummage sale is taking place Saturday as well from 8 to 5 p.m.
Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- Park Point’s annual 4-mile Rummage Sale is underway. While some are shopping for fun, hunting for the perfect item is a sport for the veteran on-goers. There were packed driveways full of shoppers and streets lined with cars out on the point, which is a sign its summer for a mom and daughter duo who attend the sale every year….
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Campground Complete in Minnesota’s Newest State Park

The Vermilion Ridge Campground offers water access and a variety of modern accommodations
Lauren Leigh,

It’s Minnesota’s newest state park and the campground is now complete in the Lake Vermillion–Soudan Underground Mine State Park. To enjoy by providing a new place for everyone to call their place at the lake,” director of trails Erica Rivers said. Campers can choose from three group camps and 33 drive-in campsites at Vermilion Ridge Campground. Nearby hiking trails lead…
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Duluth Teacher Deemed Negligent After Two Kindergarten Students Locked Outside of School

The mother of one of the students involved tells us mistakes happen but not being truthful is another story.
Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- A teacher with the Duluth School District is under investigation and on unpaid leave after two kindergarten students were accidentally locked outside in the cold. The incident happened in January 2017, at Congdon Park Elementary School. The mother of one of the students involved tells us mistakes happen but not being truthful is another story. The Minnesota Department of…
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16th Annual Dig in for the Downtown Waterfront

Gardeners and city workers are planting for a blooming city
Lauren Leigh,

DULUTH, Minn.- Volunteers are digging in to make sure Duluth is colorful regardless of the weather. Gardeners and city workers are planting for a blooming city during Dig in for the Downtown Waterfront. This is the 16th year the Greater Downtown Council and City of Duluth held the annual event putting together large planters. Two volunteers we spoke with have…
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Pilots Abruptly Asked to Leave Wayne Johnson Silver Bay Airport

Pilots are now searching for a spot at other local airports within one hundred miles, but are only adding to a lengthy waiting list.
Lauren Leigh,

SILVER BAY, Min.- The airport in Silver Bay is now shut down after what city officials are calling an abrupt inspection by MnDot due to safety concerns. Nearly one dozen pilots are being asked to leave the Wayne Johnson Silver Bay Airport immediately and are not allowed to fly back in. The Wayne Johnson Silver Bay Airport is basically silent…