Midday Update 6-12-17
Local news and weather headlines for the Northland.
Categories: News Update Tags: Headlines, Natalie Froistad, News, news update, northland, weather, William Seay
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Free Youth Memberships Given Out at Duluth YMCA
One-Hundred Free Summer Youth Memberships at the Duluth Area Family YMCA
DULUTH, Minn. – Many youth in the Northland now have big plans for the summer all thanks to a generous donation from Western Bank. The Duluth YMCA is now able to give away 100 youth memberships this summer. Staff at the Duluth Area Family YMCA say this is the first time they’ve been able to do this. The YMCA and…
Midday Update 6-9-17
Local news and weather headlines for the Northland.
Categories: News Update Tags: Brett Scott, construction, duluth, FOX 21, minnesota, MNDOT, Natalie Froistad, News, news duluth construction, northland, Remains, Road Work, sports, weather, William Seay
Morning Update 6-9-17
Local news and weather headlines for the Northland.
Categories: News Update Tags: duluth, Morning, Natalie Froistad, News, northland, Park Point, rummage sale, sports, Update, weather, William Seay
Exploring Super Science Fridays
Mrs. KP Incorporates Science into all Methods of Learning at Homecroft Elementary
DULUTH, Minn. – For the past ten years one elementary school teacher in Duluth has been pouring out passion for science into the classroom. It’s now becoming a favorite lesson, every Friday. When walking past room 206 at Homecroft Elementary you can hear a beat and a buzz coming from inside. “Science is real, science is everywhere! This is Professor…
Minnesota Lawmakers Push to Finalize Budget Deal
Lawmakers Doubtful Deal will Pass; Look Toward Special Session
ST. PAUL, Minn. – One-hundred twenty days have passed since the Minnesota Legislature first started work on the state’s budget bill. Monday evening the clock is ticking before the state constitution calls for a deal to be reached or the session will end without an agreement in place, resulting in a special session. “It’s compromise and it’s democracy and it’s…
Annual Gala to Support Northern Lights Foundation
"A Night to Shine" Honors Children Battling Life-Threatening Illnesses
DULUTH, Minn. – This week you can enjoy a nice evening out all while supporting a local organization. The Northern Lights Foundation is hosting their annual gala at Greysolon Ballroom by Black Woods on Wednesday, May 17th, 2017. The foundation and gala support local children facing life–threatening illnesses. Black Woods Catering will prepare a dinner, there will be a brief program…
Surrender Unwanted Fish, Plants in the Northland
Minnesota Sea Grant is Partnering with Local Businesses to Find New Homes for Unwanted Aquatic Species, Plants
DULUTH, Minn. – Invasive species have become a big issue in Northland waters over the past few years. Wednesday afternoon, the Minnesota Sea Grant Organization helped provide a safe solution to the problem. Northlanders had two hours to take their unwanted fish and aquatic plants to the UMD Kirby Center. The event is designed to give people the chance to…
Sleet, Ice, Freezing Rain and Snow Hits the Northland
One Half of an Inch of Sleet Accumulates in Duluth, While A Quarter of an Inch of Ice Blankets the North Shore in April.
DULUTH, Minn. – Mother Nature sure has a grip on the Northland and it looks and feels like it is taking revenge on us in late April! A Wintry mix of ice pellets, sleet, freezing rain and snow fell across Northeastern Minnesota and Northwestern Wisconsin today. It fell in a light to moderate intensity, as small ice pellets and sleet in…
Thinking Turtle Safety this Spring
Experts say Turtles will Start Moving, Crossing Roadways Early May, Beginning of June
DULUTH, Minn. – It’s getting to be the time of year when certain animals in the Northland wake up and make their way into the world once again. However, it isn’t always without risk. Wildlife experts are reminding drivers to be on the lookout for turtles. “If the shell is broken and blood is coming out, you can see flesh…
Sunday April 23, 2017, Morning Forecast
Colder Temperatures, Lake Breeze and Mixed Precipitation Today
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Friday April 21, 2017, Evening Forecast
Clear Skies with a Sprinkle of Meteor Showers
Categories: Weather Video Tags: above average temps, brittney merlot, duluth, northland, sun, warm
North American Bear Center Bears Come Out of Hibernation
The Center Will Begin Opening Daily May 1st
Bears Come Out of Hibernation
Northland Pizza Shop Celebrates 63 Years
Northland Uncovered: Sammy's Pizza
DULUTH, Minn. – Picking up a slice can mean a tasty dinner for many Northlanders, but for one family it means carrying on a tradition. This year Sammy’s Pizza Inc. is celebrating 63 years. Sam Perrella is the Vice President for Sammy’s Pizza Inc. and is the third generation working for Sammy’s Pizza. His grandfather started the business in 1954…
Saturday April 15, 2017, Morning Forecast
Easter Weekend Forecast
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Saturday April 8, 2017, Morning Forecast
Sunshine & Warmth Continue
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Friday April 7, 2017, Evening Forecast
Partly Cloudy as Jupiter Makes Its Closest Approach Tonight
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Rock Village Forming Along Duluth’s Lakewalk
Dozens of Rock Towers are Being Built by Artistic Northlanders
17795824_1436996702990083_771314200122976402_n 17798972_1436996689656751_3686279562781063016_n 17759717_1436996706323416_2761987445541898344_n 17799470_1436996716323415_1657528404425303138_n DULUTH, Minn. – Northlanders choosing to enjoy the nice weather with a stroll on Duluth’s Lakewalk might notice a new village taking shape near the Fitger’s Complex. Nearly 100 handmade rock creations have been constructed along the shoreline. The rock village includes tall formations and some that are shorter. No word on who the creative natural…
Sunday April 2, 2017, Morning Forecast
Sunday April 2, 2017, Morning Forecast
Shopping Made Easier with Groceries-to-Go
Groceries-to-Go Started in January 2017, Offering Seniors in Duluth, Hermantown and Proctor Help with Grocery Shopping
DULUTH, Minn. – When it comes to getting older, independence can often start to slip away, however, one local organization wants to change the outlook. Age Well Arrowhead is working to connect senior citizens in the Northland with volunteers, so living at home can continue for as long as possible. A trip to the grocery store can oftentimes be a…
Sunday March 26, 2017, Morning Forecast
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Animal Allies Educating Northland Youth
For Over 25 Years, Animal Allies Has Been Making Way Into Northland Classrooms
DULUTH, Minn. – Some say seeing is believing. Animal Allies Humane Society in Duluth is looking to educate Northland youth by making way into classrooms, to teach hands-on. Twenty-five years later, these visits still have a lasting effect on local students. “I had twelve dollars and the ropes we bought, I think were .95 cents,” said Isabella, 2nd grade student…
Tuesday March 14, 2017, Evening Forecast
Tuesday March 14, 2017, Evening Forecast
Mid-March Lake Effect Snow Storm
Over A Foot Of Snow Accumulates
LAKE EFFECT SNOW BLASTS PORTIONS OF THE NORTHLAND IN MID-MARCH! As a low pressure system swung to the southwest of the Northland it brought 10-20mph northeast winds across the unfrozen lake. Light snow began to fall around 5pm on Sunday night, from Silver Brook to Duluth. Then around midnight a heavy lake effect snow band set up southwestward from the…
Monday March 13, 2017, Evening Forecast
Lake Effect Snow Totals
Monday March 13. 2017. Evening Forecast
Midday Update 3-13-17
A Look at Local News and Weather Headlines for the Northland
Midday Update 031317
Mid-March Cold Snap
Wind Chill Advisory Doesn't Stop Northlanders From Their Daily Routine
DULUTH, Minn. – It’s been an unseasonably cold Mid-March day across the Northland and it’s likely the last cold snap of the season. A Wind Chill Advisory was in effect earlier this morning until 9am, feel like temperatures dropped down to -30° below zero. This frigid Friday didn’t stop some Northlanders from their daily routine though. “I like the weather…
Saturday March 4, 2017, Evening Forecast
Saturday March 4, 2017, Evening Forecast
Saturday March 4, 2017, Morning Forecast
Saturday March 4, 2017, Morning Forecast
Birkie Trail and Race Updates
Snow Is In The Forecast
HAYWARD, Wisc. – Over 40,000 people are expected to arrive in the Northland tonight in anticipation for the 2017 American Birkibeiner Race. With the recent warm week melting nearly all of the snow pack from this winter, trail conditions are on everyone’s mind. Right now only the north half of the trail from Cable, Wisconsin to Trailhead OO is possibly ski-able on…
Animal Answers: Microchipping Month
One in Three Animals Will Go Missing at Some Point, Animal Allies is Looking to Help
DULUTH, Minn. – For this week’s Animal Answers, FOX 21’s Brett Scott took a trip to Animal Allies Humane Society in Duluth to find out more about a helpful event happening during the month of February. Statistics show one in three animals will go missing at some point in the life, leading to an array of problems. To celebrate Micro…
Busy Day for The Rose Man
Bouquets are Blowing out the Door at Duluth's Iconic Pink Place on Central Entrance
DULUTH, Minn. – We all know roses are red, violets can be blue, and on Tuesday, Duluth’s iconic Rose Man was a popular destination too! Those working at the popular Duluth flower shop this Valentine’s Day, say they didn’t get much sleep last night. “I just like to make sure that everyone gets what they want to come for, and…
Friday February 10, 2017, Evening Forecast
Friday February 10, 2017, Evening Forecast
Sunday January 15, 2017, Morning Forecast
Sunday January 15, 2017, Morning Forecast
Saturday January 7, 2017, Evening Forecast
Saturday January 7, 2017, Evening Forecast
Thursday December 29, 2016, Evening Forecast
Thursday December 29, 2016, Evening Forecast
Wednesday December 28, 2016, Evening Forecast
Wednesday December 28, 2016, Evening Forecast
Northland Year In Review Part 2
Memorable Moments From April to July 2016
A look back at the major parts of 2016 in the months April through July.
