DULUTH, Minnl.- It was a reunion for Hinano Kurokawa of Ohara and Emma Stottleman of Duluth. Emma visited Ohara Isumi city in Chiba Japan last year, where she stayed with Hinano’s family. Now, Emma’s and other families in Duluth have the opportunity to host students from Duluth’s sister city for a few days. “Their hospitality was incredible and they were thrilled…
DULUTH, Minn.- Kids and parents had the chance to get a look at this year’s fall fashion at the Annual Back to School fashion Show at Younkers in Duluth. Children tried on some of the newest looks at the department store and participated in the fashion show as models, walking around the store in outfits they picked out for themselves….
SUPERIOR, Wis.- Celebrations for Billings Park Days started Friday, and continued on Saturday. Friends and Neighbors enjoyed chalk art on the streets, rummage sales, and food stands in Billings Park. but today’s celebrations also included a car show, organized by Brenden Penney a Senior from Superior High School, as part of his senior project. “My family has been involved in…
DULUTH, Minn.- Clyde Iron Works had some special visitors come through the restaurant Saturday. It’s been 30 years since the employees of Clyde shut down operations in the Lincoln Park Building, and Saturday, some of the employees came back for a reunion. “It’s amazing how many people you look at, and you haven’t seen them in 30 years and you…
DULUTH, Minn.- Duluth is a tourism city, and each year thousands visit to spend time in the city on the shores of the Lake Superior. That’s why it’s no surprise that many of Duluth’s local businesses are highlighted by Publications in the twin cities as great places to eat, drink, or play. Perk Place Coffee House and Bakery is one…
BROOKSTON, Minn. – The search for Ron and Mary Tarnowski had a tragic ending. The couple, missing since July 29th, was found Saturday by a U.S. Border Patrol helicopter west of U.S. Highway 2 near Brookston. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office is investigating, though foul play isn’t suspected. The Tarnowskis were last seen in Duluth July 29th at the…
Saturday August 5th, It was day 8 of the missing Duluth couple Ron and Mary Tarnowski. Saturday hundreds gathered at the Tarnowski home in hopes that a search party would bring them home. “We are not giving up hope. We’re keeping our heads held high, we’re going to be strong, and we’re going to bring mom and dad home. But…
SUPERIOR, Wisc. -Billings Park Days is underway in Superior. The weekend celebration features fireworks as well as a showing of the movie The Sandlot on Friday. Saturday will have a car show, dog show, and some rummage sales, all to celebrate neighbors meeting neighbors. “It’s a great community event,” organizer Keith Kern said. “It’s great to get the community together….
SUPERIOR, Wisc. – Archers, ready your bows. It’s the first ever Bowfest out at Mont Du Lac this weekend. Hundreds of archers are making their way to the Mont Du Lac Resort for a weekend of target shooting, live music and fun. Organizers say it’s a good way to celebrate the sport. “This right here is a good physical activity,”…
DULUTH, Minn. – This weekend, The Lake Superior Maritime Museum celebrates lighthouses. Several days of activities are planned for the weekend, designed to teach visitors the role lighthouses played in keeping mariners safe on the water. “As technology has progressed, more and more lighthouses are being decommissioned and we don’t want to loose that important history,” museum director Denise Wolvin…
DULUTH, Minn. – Animal Allies Humane Society in Duluth is looking to make sure their furry friends feel more at home during their stay at the shelter. Construction on a new ‘catio,’ a patio for cats, has started. Billman Construction Inc. of Duluth is doing the construction. Work is also underway on a third dog recreational area. Staff and volunteers…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Although it’s not quite hunting season, archers will be working hard in the wild this weekend. It’s all for the First Annual Bowfest at Mont du Lac Resort. Here’s a rundown of what to expect this weekend: BowFest has three Archery loops – all open at noon Friday, 10:00 a.m. Saturday and 10:00 a.m. Sunday. Prizes will…
Duluth, Minn. Set up for the City on the Hill Music Festival is underway at Bayfront Park. Organizers say ticket sells are at an all–time high. They’re expecting over 5,000 thousand people both Friday and Saturday night. The concert consists of Christian bands that bring their up lifting songs for all to enjoy. “It’s a chance for families to get…
Rain or shine the celebration in West Duluth still continues to go on. Tonight bands hit the stage but the parade is what brought the people out. Mother Nature was not going to rain on the 35th addition of the parade. West Duluth citizens still showed up even with the in climate weather we were experiencing today. We talk to…
SUPERIOR, Minn. – Billings Park is getting ready for a fun celebration this weekend. Billings Park Days in Superior is this on Friday and Saturday. The celebration features fireworks on Friday, as well as a showing of the movie “The Sandlot” on the baseball diamond. Saturday features a car show, dog show, and more than 30 rummage sales. “It’s a…
PROCTOR, Minn. – Chaos is coming to the Proctor Speedway this weekend. It’s the Mid–Summer Night of Mayhem this Saturday. The event features all kinds of destructive fun, from reverse races, trailer races, and the crowd favorite – the bus races. “There’s going to be buses rolling over, there’s going to be cars smashing into everything, there’s going to be…
DULUTH, Minn. – A friendly face has made his way back to the Northland. Thomas the Tank Engine has made his way to The Depot in Duluth for the “Day out with Thomas” event this weekend. It features all kinds of family friendly activities, and this year, Thomas even brought a friend with him. ” said that Duluth was his…
DULUTH, Minn. – Ronald and Mary Tarnowski were last seen Saturday, July 29th. On Wednesday, their son asked for the public’s help. “Any help to get my Mom and Dad home would be more than welcome,” saind Karl Tarnowski. For Karl, his wife Bev, his brother Kurt, and the rest of their family, not knowing where Ron and Mary are…
TWO HARBORS, Minn. – With the school year fast approaching many kids will be heading to the store to buy school supplies, but for many low income families these expenses can be too much, leaving students at a disadvantage when classes begin. The Head of the Lakes United Way is teaming up with other local organizations to help kids start…
KNIFE RIVER, Minn. – A popular stop along the North Shore Scenic Drive is back in business. Emily’s Eatery on Knife River opened its doors to the public last week. The restaurant closed down two years ago, but was recently purchased by a group of local investors. After a few months of remodeling, hiring a new staff, and creating a…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – This weekend a celebration is taking over a neighbordood in Superior. It will be full of fun with live music, good food and several family-friendly activities. Billings Park Days is Friday, August 4 and Saturday, August 5. Events kick off at 4 p.m. on Friday and continue through Saturday. For a full schedule of events head to…
DULUTH, Minn. – August is here and food truck season is well underway in Duluth. One mobile restaurant, The Rambler, has been seen around town and this morning owner Jonathan Reznick cooked with FOX 21’s William Seay. Reznick showed viewers the unique spin The Rambler puts on a classic cuban. The Rambler’s full schedule can be viewed on their website…
DULUTH, Minn. – A new restaurant is planned for the old Superior Street Coney Island. The space is undergoing extensive renovations to soon become Martha’s Daughter. The new owner moved in about a month ago. She says Martha’s Daughter will serve globally inspired food sourced locally. “Having a local connection is very important to me,” said Nyanika Banda. “I know…
Duluth, Minn. The weather was nice and Twin Ports residents sure seemed to have enjoyed it. Grand Avenue was jammed packed today. The first of a 5 day stretch celebrating west Duluth. “It’s very nice to have a gathering like this for multiple days because you get to see people that have moved away. They come back here to enjoy…
SUPERIOR, Wisc. – A mural is being painted outside the Cedar Lounge in Superior Owners of the bar, who are opening the new Earth Rider Brewing later this year, commissioned local artist Tom Napoli to paint the mural. The finished scene will depict a viking ship being carried by a large wave, approaching the stormy shores at Palisade Head. “What…
DULUTH, Minn. – A new mural is being painted outside the American Indian Community Housing Center on Second Street in Duluth. For the past three weeks, two artists from Los Angeles have been putting their talents on display with the hopes of spreading a message of issues facing American Indian people. “The floral is a beautiful tradition part of the…
DULUTH, Minn. – Before you know it fall and winter will be here and many in the Northland will head to warmer weather. Mexico is a popular destination. But in light of recent stories of tainted alcohol and rape at all inclusive resorts, some may think wice about a Mexican holiday. According to one Duluth travel agent, incidents do happen,…
DULUTH, Minn. – This week Zeitgeist Arts is hosting the regional premeire of “Dogfight – A New Musical.” This musical was created by Oscar and Tony Award winning composers Pasek and Paul. The show will run August 3 – 19 on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and a Sunday Matinee will be at 2 p.m. on August 13th….
DULUTH, Minn. – Established in 1992, The Snake Pit offers educational opportunities for Northlanders to take part in. From birthdays to classrooms or any group event, owners Sarah Glesner and Roger Hill make a dynamic duo sharing knowledge of their pets. In this week’s Animal Answers, Glesner brought in a Western Hog Nose Snake named Foxy. She is used as an education…
Superior, Wis. Superior City Council voted yes to allow a Boston based bike share company to move into town. Bike share company Zagster has the authority to move forward. The move will bring four bike stations containing 5 bikes at each location. Locations tentatively include Billings Park, Barkers Island, UWS campus and Allouez areas. The goal for the city is…
DULUTH, Minn. – It was a perfect summer night Tuesday on so many levels for communities across the Northland that celebrated National Night Out. Neighbors were out of their homes and in the streets to build better relationships with each other and their police departments. FOX 21’s Dan Hanger takes you to Duluth’s Lincoln Park for a “street bash” there….
DULUTH, Minn.- More than 800 School Nutrition professionals were at the DECC to talk about nutrition, school meals, and ideas on how to provide healthy options that even picky kids will still eat. The conference is the state’s largest school nutrition event, and is a way to bring together school nutrition professionals for educational sessions and networking. “The children…
DULUTH, Minn. — Dozens of communities throughout the Northland celebrated National Night Out Tuesday evening, including different organizations in the Lincoln Park neighborhood. FOX 21’s Dan Hanger reported live on the news at 5:30 p.m. at a “street bash” on west 4th Street put on by Spirit of God Church. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News
DULUTH, Minn.- The Lake Superior Community Health Center offered free Mammogram screenings today for their Women’s Wellness Day Celebration. Statistics show that uninsured women are at a greater risk for all types of cancer because they are not able to afford preventative care. So today, dozens of women were screened for breast cancer in a pink truck in the parking…
WRENSHALL, Minn. – Locally Laid is known for its eggs but did you know the company started producing raspberries last year? The recent heatwave sped up this year’s berry crop at Farm LoLa. In fact, farmers say now is the time to pick the best of the best. As neighboring patches ditch the berry business, the business of picking berries…
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Public Schools, CHUM, and the Union Gospel Mission want to send kids back to school prepared. These groups have partnered for another ‘Adopt a Backpack’ drive. Between now and August 15th you can drop off school supplies at CHUM’s food shelf in Downtown Duluth to help families in need. Organizers say going back to school on…
DULUTH, Minn. – Local officials helped groups land grant money through the Department of Housing & Urban Development. The city has about $3 million for community revitalization through the Community Development Block Grant and Emergency Solutions Grant programs. Representatives from the community planning office were on hand at the Duluth Public Library Tuesday to answer any questions. “This is a…
DULUTH, Minn. – The next time you fail to stop for a school bus, it’ll cost you more in the State of Minnesota. State law already requires all vehicles to stop for school buses when the bus driver activates the flashing lights and has the crossing arm fully extended. Starting August 1, drivers who violate this law will face higher…
DULUTH, Minn. – Thousands are expected to welcome two special guests to the Northland this weekend all the way from the Island of Sodor. The largest crowd ever is anticipated this year for the “Day Out With Thomas,” at the North Shore Scenic Railroad. “We’re very fortunate to have Thomas back with us again this summer for the Friendship Tour…
Duluth, Minn. The Duluth Regional Care Center is helping parents learn how to help children with autism. Thanks to a 950,000 grant from the Minnesota Department of Human Services the group can now put more resources towards helping parents understand more ways to help their child while also learning tips to help themselves after a stressful day. “I think it’s…
DULUTH, Minn. – People in the Northland might be seeing a different kind of ship come through the Twin Ports next year. Victory Cruise Lines is in talks with several Duluth agencies about bringing one of their passenger ships into the Twin Ports. The ships are smaller than your typical cruise liner, but can still bring in a considerable amount…
DULUTH, Minn. – The first Tuesday in August is the National Night Out event, and people in the Twin Ports are getting ready to celebrate. Around 75 events are happening all across the area, where community members hold get–togethers and block parties, and invite members of law enforcement to come out and meet the people in their communities, in a…
Duluth, Minn. Rogue Robot located on 3 S 4th Ave W, has gamers coming back for more. Open from 12p.m.-8p.m. daily you can find all your gaming needs in one spot. Rogue Robot also host game nights for friends to come and play. Check them out on facebook by searching Rogue Robot, Categories: Business, Community, Entertainment, Knowing Your…
CLOQUET, Minn. – Cloquet has long been known as “The City of Wood Industries” but on Monday one of the cities’ oldest manufacturers of Diamond brand products, like matches and toothpicks, sent its 85 workers home for the last time. When the company, formerly known as Jarden Brand, was sold in May of this year, employees found out they would…
DULUTH, Minn.- St. Louis County is helping people dispose of their U.S. Flags properly. In the past when people’s American Flags were tattered, ripped or become dirty, many community members didn’t know how to get rid of it. But now, St. Louis County has installed two flag retirement boxes for people to dispose of their worn flags in. Once the…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Chemistry researchers at University of Wisconsin-Superior are making breakthroughs on pollutants called “micro plastics” that are found in the Great Lakes. Many of these particles cannot be seen with the naked eye. But with the use of microscopes and other special equipment, scientists can tell more about what these plastics are, and how common they are in…
DULUTH, Minn.- Community Action Duluth has teamed up with Lake Superior College to offer a free Career Exploration Class The class started today and teaches participants valuable skills to work in customer service. Participants will have a chance to learn useful math skills, how to use a computer, and how to create a resume. They will also have the chance…
OLIVER, Wis.- The annual Veterans benefit and Walk for the Fallen is being hosted this Saturday at the El Dorado Bar and Grill In the Village of Oliver. Community members are invited to support veteran organizations in the area at the event that includes a Horseshoe tournament, pig roast, and raffles. The bar will open at 8 am for breakfast,…
DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth International Airport has been working on a multi-million dollar project to replace a 60 year old runway for the first time. The construction on the project has started again, Monday. The construction is done in phases to allow for operations like air traffic to continue on different parts of the runway, and last summer, a small…
DULUTH, Minn. – Preps are underway for the fifth-annual Veterans Benefit. It’s happening this Saturday at the El Dorado Bar and Grill in the Village of Oliver. A walk will start at 10 a.m. followed by the benefit, horseshoe tournament, raffles and pig roast. 100 percent of the proceeds will benefit local homeless veterans. Todd Pfeffer, Owner of the El Dorado Bar…
