DULUTH, Minn. — A Duluth Housing Strategies Conference was held at the DECC on Friday. The event was the first of its kind in over a decade to be held in Duluth. It aimed at building connections among developers, bankers and other stakeholders to support local housing projects Throughout the day different listening sessions were held, each focusing on different…
DULUTH, Minn. — It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in the Northland. Minnesota Power is continuing a 40 year tradition of spreading holiday joy through a community Christmas tree. After searching for the perfect tree, a 40-foot blue-spruce was chosen from right here in Duluth. The tree will be decorated with 4,000 LEDS and will stay up through…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — The University of Wisconsin Superior is celebrating the launch of a new program. The college held a press conference on Monday to announce the launch of a fully online Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. The program is designed for working registered nurses to earn their degree online, at their own pace, through 7…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Representatives Pete Stauber and Tom Tiffany met in Superior on Monday to remember the sinking of the Edmund Fitzgerald. “Representative Tiffany and I are here near the Burlington Northern #1 Dock where the Edmund Fitzgerald loaded its last load of taconite, and we’re here to honor the memory of those men on that Laker that we lost…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — The first traditional burning of Wisconsin Point in 150 years took place on Wednesday. The prescribed burn was led by fire professionals and the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa. The burning aims to restore the ecological balance of the point by reintroducing fire, a practice common in indigenous culture. Wisconsin Point was home to…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — UW-Superior held a first time event on Wednesday, introducing young students to the education field. The “I Heart Education Day” was an event for high students who want to be future teachers. The event featured interactive workshops led by Yellowjacket faculty and students. The goal was to expose students to various career options in education. Students also…
CARLTON, Minn. — Carlton County has started the process of updating the County’s Comprehensive Plan. The last plan was adopted in 2001, the new plan will focus on the future of the county over the next 20 years. The comprehensive plan will address housing, infrastructure, economic development, resources, tourism and more. Community feedback will be gathered through a website and…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers stopped by Superior on Wednesday to host a roundtable discussion. Governor Evers, alongside Wisconsin Department of Health Services Secretary Kirsten Johnson listened to community feedback about healthcare and the shutdown. The discussion focused on extending the Affordable Care Act premium tax credits to ensure healthcare is affordable and accessible in Wisconsin. The event…
DULUTH, Minn. — A local organization is wrapping up a program that’s strengthening the body and mind of veterans. 23rd Veteran is a non-profit that provides trauma recovery for veterans and first responders. This week the organization is wrapping up its 14-week Reconditioning Program, which helps participants through fitness and connecting with fellow vets. The program combines physical exercise with…
VIRGINIA, Minn. — For the first time ever, the Pan-Continental Curling Championships took place on American soil and the Iron Range was at the center of it all. “We love the Iron Range and the curlers up here. It’s a great curling community to bring this up here. We’ve got great support from both the curling people at Curl Mesabi…
DULUTH, Minn. — What’s better than picking out the perfect pumpkin? How about arriving to the pumpkin patch in style. Each year the Lake Superior Railroad Museum and North Shore Scenic Railroad bring a little magic to MEA weekend with the Great Pumpkin Express. “When everybody’s in town enjoying the fall colors and the wonderful weather we’re having, what we…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Rotary Club is hosting its 40th annual and final Rose Sale this weekend. Friday, Oct 17, the Duluth Rotary Club #25 is selling roses across three different locations in Duluth, including Mount Royal Market, Super One Foods in West Duluth and the Super One mall location from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Over the past…
WISCONSIN. — The Wisconsin Department of Health Services is emphasizing the importance of vaccines against respiratory viruses. Influenza, RSV and COVID-19 typically see uptakes as the fall and winter seasons approach. The Wisconsin DHS says vaccination is crucial for preventing severe illnesses and hospitalizations. People are encouraged to receive vaccinations to protect oneself and others, especially high-risk populations. As the…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Chum Shelter and Drop-in Center expansion project is officially underway. A brief ceremony was held Wednesday to mark the start of construction as keys to the building were handed over to Johnson Wilson Constructors, Inc. $10 million in funding from federal and state sources was secured in 2022, enabling the project. The shelter currently accommodates more…
DULUTH, Minn. — It’s pumpkin carving season, and at Pier B Resort, the Halloween tradition is bigger than normal. On Monday, two giant pumpkins arrived to the resort and will be carved up this week. The orange giants are from Jerry’s Pumpkin Patch in Sturgeon Lake, with one weighing in at 1,738 lb, making it Jerry’s personal best. It also…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — The Center Against Sexual and Domestic Abuse, also known as CASDA, held an event on Friday to raise awareness for pets in domestic abuse situations. The ‘Paw’sitive Project event raised awareness about the correlation between domestic violence and animal abuse, highlighting that a large percentage of victims report harm to their pets, which may prevent them from…
DULUTH, Minn. — Chum has selected a contractor for its upcoming shelter expansion project. Johnson Wilson Constructors, Inc. has been awarded the contract for the Chum shelter renovation and expansion project. Construction will start this month after nearly two years of funding and planning. The shelter currently accommodates more than 125 people every night. The new facility will provide double…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Two public meetings were held in Superior on Wednesday to discuss the potential changes to multiple one-way roads. The meeting focused on addressing safety concerns in the midtown neighborhood, particularly on Banks, Ogden, and John Aves. The proposed solution is to convert the one-way streets to two-way streets, which are considered safer. Two-streets can increase driver awareness…
SANDSTONE, Minn. — The Wildcat Sanctuary in Sandstone has received permanent custody of four big cats seized from a park in Oregon. The new additions at the sanctuary are just four of over 300 animals removed from ‘West Coast Game Park Safari’ in Oregon. Back in May the sanctuary welcomed in Louis the black jaguar, Bentley, a spotted leopard, Nasha,…
DULUTH, Minn. –After five years of detours and construction, the long-anticipated Twin Ports Interchange Project will be fully open before the end of the month, and the long time nickname is a thing of the past. “The can of worms is officially no longer a thing, which is something to celebrate,” Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert said. A ribbon-cutting was held…
DULUTH, Minn. –Bulldogs fans get to enjoy a new taste this season as AMSOIL Arena introduces five new flavors to the menu. This year the DECC is keeping the new items simple, blending some familiar favorites with requested items. The new offerings include cheeseburger pizza and garlic cheese bread. New fried options are mini corn dogs and mozzarella sticks. A…
DULUTH, Minn. — As the annual Winter Village at the DECC has found years of success, a fall version call Gourd Days looks to make a new tradition. As Gourd Days kicked off today, local businesses and organizations lined harbor drive behind the DECC, displaying fall themed crafts, goods and treats. There’s fall also activities to explore, including a pumpkin…
DULUTH, Minn. — Wednesday, classes at Lake Superior College were dismissed to give students the full scope of what the campus offers. Student success day is held twice a year at the college, and it celebrates all things success. The event gives participants the opportunity to learn about campus services, such as tutoring and advising. The event featured a clothing…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth Police Department is participating in its fifth annual Pink Patch Project this October. The Pink Patch Project is a campaign where law enforcement agencies raise money for cancer education, research and treatment. Duluth Police Officers will be dawning pink bracelets or replacing their standard police patch for pink ones. Pink bracelets, can koozies and t-shirts…
DULUTH, Minn. — An aircraft made by Cirrus Aircraft is in the running for the title of “Coolest Thing Made in Minnesota.” The Minnesota Chamber of Commerce and BMO have announced the four finalists in the contest for “Coolest Thing Made in Minnesota.” The SR Series G7+ Aircraft by Cirrus made the list. The aircraft features a Garmin flight deck…
DULUTH, Minn. — A local realtor teamed up with Chum to host a September sock drive to help those in need. Barbie’s Dream Homes of Edmunds Realty has collected around 1,500 pairs of socks this month during the drive. Community members have dropped off socks of all types and sizes, all going towards individuals and families in need. With cold…
DULUTH, Minn. — The St. Louis Riverfront Alliance held a community event at Chambers Grove Park on Wednesday. The “Riverfront Memories” event aimed to connect community members to the St. Louis River. There were opportunities for people to share personal reflections about what the river means to them. The event also had various activities including a river walk, geocaching and…
DULUTH, Minn. — Students at the University of Minnesota Duluth are showing some school spirit for homecoming week. The week is full of festivities and celebrations to bring students together and show off their bulldog pride. Monday was merch day at Kirby Garage for students to grab some free Bulldog merch or purchase a homecoming shirt. There are events happening…
HIBBING, Minn. — Advanced Machine Guarding Solutions (AMGS) has opened its new manufacturing facility in Hibbing. AMGS manufactures equipment that is designed to protect and guard machinery. The protective paneling, fencing, doors and other equipment keep workers and machines safe. Equipment produced at the facility is even used to protect the machines that built it. The new state-of-the-art facility allows…
TOWER, Minn. — Bikers are gearing up for the 3rd annual Tomassoni Tour this weekend ALS nonprofit Never Surrender Inc. named the late tour after Minnesota Senator David Tomassoni, who died from ALS in 2022. To continue his legacy, 100 riders will hit the Mesabi Trail on Friday during the cycle for ALS. Cyclists can participate in a full or…
CHISHOLM, Minn. — The Minnesota Discovery Center has renovated a traditional Sami hut that was first built at the center in the 1990’s. The Sami people are an indigenous group from northern Sweden, Finland, and Russia. In 1996, a group of Sami people who immigrated to the Northland built a traditional hut at the Minnesota Discovery Center. Nearly 30…
MINN/WIS. — UW-Superior has partnered with Generations Health Care Initiatives on Bridge to Health survey. The survey assesses health conditions, access to medical care, mental well-being and more. The survey is sent out at random and aims for around 7,500 responses from nine counties in Minnesota and Douglas County in Wisconsin. The data is anonymous and won’t be sold. It…
DULUTH, Minn. — With schools now in session, the Duluth Police Department has released the number of stop arm violations occurring in the past two years. The Duluth Police Department reports an increase in the amount of violations, with 142 in 2024, the highest for the last three years. So far in 2025 there has been 40 violations, with one…
DULUTH, Minn. — The University of Minnesota Medical School Duluth Campus has moved to a four-year program. Since it was founded in 1972, the Duluth campus has operated as a two-year program, with students transferring to the Twin Cities campus for their last two-years to finish their clinical training. Now starting this semester, students are able to stay at the…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Ravin Crossbows in Superior has officially opened a pro shop that’s open to customers. Since its start in 2014, Ravin Crossbows has served customers through national dealers and an online website. After years of customers asking for a in-person store, the time has finally come. The store is located in Ravin’s production building where the crossbows are…
DULUTH, Minn. — A ribbon cutting was held on Wednesday to celebrate the new sports court at the Harbor Highlands Community Center. The basketball court received a major upgrade, and is designed to bring neighbors together. The Duluth Area Family YMCA and the Housing and Redevelopment Authority of Duluth (HRA) came together to make the court a reality. The court…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — The University of Wisconsin Superior has earned the title of StormReady designation by the National Weather Service. StormReady is a program that help communities develop plans to handle all types of extreme weather. Living in the snowy Northland, UWS has systems in place to notify students about severe weather warnings and forecasts. Those systems, earning the…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — A watch party was held at the Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center today for the keel laying of the USS WISCONSIN. The USS WISCONSIN, SSBN 827 is a ballistic missile submarine currently being built. Keel laying is a tradition that marks the beginning of a new ships life. The sub is currently being assembled in Rhode…
DULUTH, Minn. — Lake Superior College welcomed new and returning IceHawks for the first day of the ’25-’26 school year. New this year, the college introduced the Program for Accessible College Education or PACE, for inclusive higher education for students with intellectual disabilities. It’s also the first official semester for new LSC President, Dr. Linda Kingston. Formerly Vice President, she…
ESKO, Minn. — This weekend in Esko, people are going back in time to learn about some historic machinery. The 64th annual Lakehead Harvest Show kicked off Friday. The three day show highlights local farming, through various activities and demonstrations. The event allows visitors to see and understand real-world machinery like steam engines and a tractor powered sawmill, which are…
DULUTH, Minn.– Bayfront Festival Park will be filled with the sounds of rock and roll this weekend Tribute Fest, put on by Campbell Productions is a two day event featuring around 20 bands. Starting Friday, tributes to hit bands such as Motley Crue and AC/DC rock the stage. The music festival raises awareness and funds for homeless veterans. Veterans, active…
DULUTH, Minn. — Summit School is honoring the life of a former beloved co-worker, MaeDean Davin, 74, who Duluth police said was killed by her 46-year-old son, Nathan, over the weekend. MaeDean worked at Summit School, an early childhood education facility in Duluth, from 2018 to 2022. After learning about her tragic passing, the team at Summit planted a memorial…
CLOQUET, Minn. — Carlton County Animal Rescue has purchased land to build a local animal shelter. A seven acre lot near the Cloquet Business Park will be the permanent home of the animal rescue. The building will allow for animals to be sheltered by the rescue itself, as the current foster based program sees volunteers housing animals. Since launching in…
DULUTH, Minn. — The St. Louis County Board has authorized a $19.5 million dollar bond sale to fund county projects, including critical improvements to the St. Louis County Depot. The St. Louis County Depot has been authorized to receive $16.5 million dollars in bonds from the county. The funds will go towards a complete upgrade to the depots heating, ventilation…
ISLE ROYALE, Mich. — Isle Royale officials have lethally removed a wolf that repeatedly obtained human food at campgrounds. Throughout June and July park managers closely monitored at least two wolves that were frequently sighted near campgrounds and developed areas. The wolves were seen seen dragging away food storage bags and backpacks at numerous campsites. Officials say that despite changes…
DULUTH, Minn. — Kids got to learn about the life of first responders today at Bayfront Festival Park. The Duluth Police Department hosted its annual Kids, Cops and Cars event to showcase the vehicles on the force. Kids got to explore squad cars and see other law enforcement equipment, including drones and robots. The event acts as a way to…
PROCTOR, Minn. — The Hoghead Festival in Proctor has kicked off for its 50th year of celebration. The fest started as a way to honor and remember Proctors railroad history. As events start to ramp up for the 50th anniversary, a car show was held at Powerhouse Bar. The car show has been a longstanding tradition during the festival, with…
GRAND MARAIS, Minn. –In Grand Marais, cyclists are shifting gears to a unique form of biking. Superior Cycling Association has opened a bike park for people of all ages and skill levels. The currently seasonal park was constructed in the Cook County community skating rink, with plans to move to a new year-round home in the future. The park has…
DULUTH, Minn. –Back in March Wrecktangle Pizza, an award winning pizza chain from the Twin Cities, announced it will be opening a Duluth location. Now, after months of anticipation, the pizzeria will be opening inside Wild State Cider. “We’ve been sort of open a little bit under the radar for the last week. You know, people have been showing out,…
CARLTON, Minn. — For 12 years, Swiftwater Adventures in Carlton has been helping people cross an item off their bucket list. “We offer white water rafting trips on two different sections of the St Louis River,” Brian Pfeifer, Co-Owner of Swiftwater Adventures said. After water levels started off low this summer, rain has made for some fun times on the…
