DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth non-profit “If the Dress Fits” is holding its annual no cost prom dress event. This is the first year the event is being held at Merritt Creek Academy, as Northwood Children’s Services took over the reigns of the annual event. Students from across the Northland can pick out any dress for free. Local businesses and community…
DULUTH, Minn. — Longtime general surgeon, Dr. Wendell Smith, has announced his candidacy for Minnesota’s 8th Congressional District. Dr. Smith has been a Minnesota resident for 24 years. He is a general surgeon, working at Essentia Health for 16 years and Fairview Range for six years. He announced his candidacy for the United States House of Representatives in Minnesota’s 8th…
DULUTH, Minn. — For the second year in a row, students at Duluth East High School are partaking in the Minnesota ProStart Invitational Culinary Competition. “The students get two butane burners, they get no running water, no electricity, and two eight-foot tables, and about an hour to cook. So it’s kind of like a Chopped competition,” Adam Wisocki, Duluth East…
DULUTH, Minn. — Three athletes from Team Duluth are heading to Vail, Colorado to compete in the U.S. Ski and Snowboard Rocky Central U14 Junior Championships. Graham Chernov, Hattie Hallback and Nora Diers will compete against top athletes from the Rocky and Central regions, which cover 19 states. The championships take place March 9-13. Team Duluth is an alpine ski…
MAPLE, Wis. — Wisconsin State Superintendent Dr. Jill Underly made a stop at Northwestern High School on Wednesday. Underly met with faculty and students in honor of Career and Technical Education Month. The visit started with a presentation from manufacturing and construction students. During a tour of the shop classes, students showcased their projects and discussed their future career aspirations….
DULUTH, Minn. — Head of the Lakes United Way is a week away from hosting its 5th annual online experience auction. The auction offers over 80 items, including hotel stays, sports memorabilia and family activities. The auction is a large fundraiser for United Way, and raises money to support programs and various events. Many local businesses support the annual event…
DULUTH, Minn. — Twin Ports soccer teams, Superior City FC and Duluth FC will now be operated under the same management company. Northland Sports Management will run operations for both clubs. The recently announced management agreement means both clubs will share the same professional leadership but will be independent from each other. The agreement is not a merger, and…
DULUTH, Minn. — It’s that time of the year, on Saturday, Feb 21, people will be freezing for a reason for the 25th annual Duluth Polar Plunge. Each year the Duluth Police Department partners with Special Olympics Minnesota to host the biggest fundraiser for Special Olympic athletes. Over its 25 year history, the Duluth plunge has raised over $3 million….
DULUTH, Minn. — The city of Duluth is transitioning from aging parking meters to a modern payment system. The city plans to remove all parking meters and move to digital methods of paying. Duluth Parking Services Manager Mark Bauer said currently 80% of payments are made via the Park Duluth app, while 20% are meters. The new system aims to…
CORNICOPIA, Wis. — The Apostle Islands ice caves were open for the first time in over a decade to the public and people came from across the region to get the experience first hand. “We woke up early at 6 a.m., got our snacks, got our snow pants, got our coffee,” Jackie Hanson, visitor from St. Paul said. Located along…
DULUTH, Minn. — Nearly two weeks after an explosion at the Green Acres Townhomes killed two residents and affected others, 7 West TapHouse is serving up pints to help. The 7 West TapHouse on Maple Grove Rd is hosting a fundraiser to support residents impacted by the large blast. Proceeds of pint sales from Blacklist Brewing, Castle Danger Brewing and…
DULUTH, Minn. — Lyric Opera of the North, or LOON, was chosen as Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert’s 2026 Artist in Residence. It was the first installment of the year-long residency, which includes an installation in the mayor’s reception room and monthly lunchtime concerts in the rotunda. The first singers of the year were LOON’S General Artistic Directors, Cal Metts and…
DULUTH, Minn. — Youth in Action, a St. Louis County program, held its annual ‘Make a Difference’ conference at the DECC on Monday. The conference features student-led workshops on various topics, including mental health, empathy and leadership. Youth in Action brings students together from 17 schools in St. Louis County, with a goal of making a difference in schools and…
CLOQUET, Minn. — Fond du Lac Tribal & Community College held a Nursing & Healthcare Expo on Monday. The expo is a part of a ‘Campus Visit Days’ series, which aims to get students and community members involved at the college. The expo allowed current students and visitors to talk with health care professionals about career opportunities. Students could also…
IRON RIVER, Wis. — The 7th annual Northern Pines Sled Dog Race will take place February 7, and the best teams from across the Midwest are the main event. 50 mushers will compete across four races, ranging from a short 4 mile to a 32 mile. The event is free for spectators to come and cheer on the mushers and…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — With Super Bowl Sunday right around the corner, Wide World of Wings in Superior is prepping for game day. The Super Bowl is a busy day at the restaurant, with wings in high demand and customers often ordering 50 or 100 wings. Prep starts weeks in advance, from stocking up on extra wings, to making sure there’s…
CLOQUET, Minn. — Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College is gearing up to host its 7th annual Ojibwe Language Symposium. The symposium is free and open to the community, attracting people from various backgrounds and fluency levels of Ojibwe. The two day event consists of workshops, discussions, games and more. Each day will also kick off with keynote speeches….
HERMANTOWN, Minn. — A next door neighbor to a housing complex explosion in Hermantown shared how he found out, further saying the loss is devastating. “I have a friend of mine who works for the city of Hermantown, that texted me and he said are you okay? And I’m like, okay, what do you mean? And then he called me…
DULUTH, Minn. — The 48th annual Atmore Memorial Alpine Ski Race kicked off today at Spirit Mountain. The event is hosted by Team Duluth and named in memory of Dr. William Atmore, one of the original founders of the Duluth/Superior Alpine Club, now called Team Duluth. The slalom ski event welcomes over 200 athletes from around the globe, from Jamaica…
DULUTH, Minn. — Warrior Brewing Company has announced that its taproom in Lincoln Park will be closing ahead of a relocation. While the current taproom is closing, distribution will continue during the process of finding a new location. The owners of the company hope to stay in Duluth and be moved in this summer. The aim is to have separate…
DULUTH, Minn. — The 2026 National Blood Donor Month press conference highlighted a critical blood shortage in Minnesota. Over the past few weeks, blood donations fell 40% below hospital needs, leaving less than a two day supply of blood available for patients across the state. Blood donations are typically down during the winter season, but this year’s donation rate is…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — With the recent and upcoming low temps, a health care provider with Essentia Health shares cold-weather health tips. Family Nurse Practitioner Julie Pearce encourages safety during cold temperatures. She emphasizes the importance of dressing in layers, avoiding extended exposure to cold and not getting wet to prevent heat loss. With the temps reaching into the negatives this…
BRULE, Wis. — Even though it’s winter, Brule River Farm and the Superior School District are continuing their partnership to serve up healthy meals to students. Brule River Farm has been selling produce to the district for the past three years, ranging from onions, watermelon, potatoes and more. The farm delivers produce to the district every week throughout the school…
DULUTH, Minn. — On Monday, nine year old Amy Ray hosted a hot cocoa stand in support of Chum. She sold cups of cocoa for $2 at her stand at Hartley Nature Center. All proceeds will be donated directly to Chum Duluth to support its services and programs. Her fundraising goal of $100 was quickly surpassed from selling cocoa and…
DULUTH, Minn.– On Wednesday, Super One Foods presented The Salvation Army with two check donations. During the Christmas season Miners Inc. conducted its annual register campaign across Super One’s 45 locations. Shoppers could donate by rounding up during checkout, this season raising over $112,000. Through Miner’s Match, an additional check of $50,000 was presented to The Salvation Army. “The Miner’s match…
HERMANTOWN, Minn. — Minnesota State Senator Grant Hauschild announced on Monday that he will be running for re-election. Hauschild’s announcement comes during his 3rd year of his current term, representing Minnesota’s 3rd District. During his announcement, Hauschild, a DFL-er, reflected on his contributions to northeastern Minnesota, from tax relief to supporting trades and union workers. Hauschild says his goals remain…
CLOQUET, Minn. –Underneath the bright lights on a winter night in Cloquet, the sound of skis slicing through the air has become both familiar and growing. The Cloquet Nordic Ski Club has introduced kids to ski jumping and cross-country skiing for over 60 years. “Our goal is just to have kids have fun. We don’t push any kids off jumps….
CLOQUET, Minn. — The Cloquet Antique Marketplace has officially reopened in a new and larger location. Just a few blocks from its old location, the new space holds more vendors and more items. The new space can hold 25 vendors, while the previous location only held five. Unlike typical antique stores, the marketplace showcases local artists and businesses, offering a…
CLOQUET, Minn.– A familiar cup of coffee is being brewed up at Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College. MiigWitches Brew has opened a second location, this time serving up students and staff at the local college. The coffee shop gained popularity in 2024 when a husband and wife team opened a drive-up stand on the Fond du Lac Reservation….
DULUTH, Minn. — Kids were lacing up their running shows this past weekend for the first installment of Saturday Morning at the Races. The first of four Saturday race events took place at the College of St. Scholastica. The Young Athletes Foundation hosts the free races every winter, which helps kids burn off energy and stay active during the colder…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Two YMCA branches in the Twin Ports are now operating under one name. A ribbon cutting was held on Monday to celebrate the integration of the Duluth Area Family YMCA and the Superior Douglas County Family YMCA. As the Superior location joins the Duluth location and its branches, the two organizations will operate under a new name,…
SANDSTONE, Minn. — The Wildcat Sanctuary in Sandstone has welcomed a new addition, with its first ever snow leopard adapting well to his new home. Raj, a 13 year old snow leopard has made his way from Michigan to his new home in Minnesota. Unlike most of The Wildcat Sanctuary residents, Raj isn’t a rescue, he’s a retiree. “Raj came…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Public Library held its annual New Year’s celebration called “Noon Year’s.” Families and kids of all ages were welcome to attend the library’s annual Noon Year event. There was all kinds of fun, from a dance party with bubbles, to creating your own noise makers. Many families make the event an annual tradition as a…
DULUTH, Minn. — A local daycare is reacting to the Trump administration announcing that it is freezing child care funds to Minnesota. The freeze comes after allegations of fraudulent daycares in the state. Kallie Thomas, the Executive Director of Happy Time Daycare says the freeze could be detrimental. Happy Time is a non-profit, with tuition only covering bills and staff….
DULUTH, Minn. — The Marshall Holiday Ski Camp kicked off on Friday, inviting young skiers to test their skills for its 20th year. The camp, for kids ages 5 to 12, is run by the Duluth Marshall Nordic Ski Team coaching staff and team members. The three day camp focuses on teaching new skiers the basics such as proper techniques…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — On Thursday, December 18, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to fast-track the reclassification of cannabis, moving it from a Schedule 1 to a Schedule 3 drug. Craig Sutherland of Sutherland CBD in Superior says the move fights the stigma surrounding cannabis. “It’s huge, the stigma it will still always be there a little bit, you…
DULUTH, Minn. — Future hockey stars are getting ready to take center ice in the World Juniors Pre-Tournament Series taking place at AMSOIL Arena. Before the puck drops in the Twin Cities for the World Juniors Tournament, cities across the state are hosting exhibition games for the competing teams. Duluth’s series consists of Teams USA, Finland and Germany. AMSOIL Arena…
VIRGINIA, Minn. — Canelake’s Candies in Virginia is spreading holiday cheer and nostalgia with its classic Christmas display. When the candy store came back to the Canelake family in 2018, it was the perfect opportunity to display a piece of Minnesota history. After the Dayton’s department store in Minneapolis closed and auctioned off items, the Canelake family purchased an animatronic…
SUPERIOR, Wis — Sabor by Pedro’s will be taking over the space previously held by MadHouse Burgers on Woodland Ave. The restaurant will be an extension of Pedro’s Grill & Cantina, bringing a unique twist on their current menu, focusing on brunch items and fun Mexican dishes. The new location will not compete with their existing restaurants in Cloquet and…
EVELETH, Minn. — One of Minnesota’s largest trails has seen a record breaking number of users this year. The Mesabi Trail is a 10 ft. wide bike path that runs from Grand Rapids to Ely, stretching over 165 miles. The trails popularity rose this year after various marketing campaigns invited people to see what the area has to offer. 18…
DULUTH, Minn. — A new catering company in Duluth is serving up smiles alongside a good meal. “Cooking is my life. Cooking is like my breath, cooking is my heartbeat, cooking is the blood that flows through my veins,” Solomon Witherspoon, Unity Cooking Owner said. Duluth Native Solomon Witherspoon has always used cooking to spread joy. Now, following his fathers…
HERMANTOWN, Minn. — Two new K-9s have joined the Hermantown Police Department, taking over the reins of two long-serving K-9s who are entering retirement. K-9s Tuuko and Jack are both retiring after serving for around 10 years on the force. Both of the dogs accomplishing many feats in their time. K-9s Bruno and Kylo have graduated from their training and…
DULUTH, Minn. — Great Lakes Aquarium announced the death of longtime resident Bogey the bald eagle, who was 26-years-old. After a period of declining health, the decision was made to humanely euthanize Bogey. X-rays taken in June revealed Bogey had significant arthritis, and recently he began to struggle with standing and eating. Bogey first arrived at Great Lakes Aquarium from…
SUPERIOR, Wis.– The holiday of Thanksgiving is all about traditions, and the Richard I Bong Museum here in Superior and is no exception. They’ve invited veterans and active-duty service members to eat with each other and get to know each other. The dinner has been an annual tradition for the museum for eight years. And to pull it off for…
DULUTH, Minn. — A new fitness center is officially open at the Essentia Duluth Heritage Center. A ribbon-cutting was held on Monday to celebrate the completion of the Nygaard/Forbort Fitness Center. The 1,000 sq ft space has been reimagined as a state-of-the-art strength and conditioning facility. It was previously home to the Tim Cortes Studio West and was originally called…
SUPERIOR, WI — Guardian Shooting Range in Superior is under new ownership and undergoing a major upgrade, with a remodel that doubles the building’s square footage and adds new training features for shooters of all skill levels. FOX 21’s Maria Vollom underwent some training and stepped into the indoor range to take her first pistol shot on Friday. The facility…
WISCONSIN. — Former Wisconsin State lawmaker Fred Clark is running for Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District. That district is currently held by republican representative Tom Tiffany, who is running for Wisconsin governor in 2026. Clark is a democrat, he’s lived and worked in Wisconsin for 35 years as a forester and small business owner. As for past politics, he was a…
SANDSTONE, Minn. –Thursday, Nov 20, is Give to the Max Day in Minnesota, the statewide event encourages giving donations towards nonprofit organizations and schools. In Sandstone, The Wildcat Sanctuary is taking part. Give to the Max is the most important fundraiser of the year for the Wildcat Sanctuary in Sandstone, which operates as a non-profit rescue. “It is when we…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Piedmont Youth Hockey Association is seeking the publics help after vandalism took place at its warming house. The hockey club posted to Facebook showing the damage to the inside of the building at Piedmont Park. The interior was covered in toilet paper, garbage, glass and graffiti, written in paint, on the walls. Many community members have…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Hockey fans have the chance to win a car in Superior! Northland Chevrolet has partnered with the Superior Amateur Hockey Association (SAHA) to donate a car for a season-long raffle. The money raised from the raffle will go towards team fees, registration fees and making it as affordable as possible to play hockey. The car, a Chevy…
