DULUTH, Minn. – Tis the season for your favorite holiday tunes! The Bluebird Foundation invites the public to their fundraising gala Wednesday, Dec. 1 at Greysolon Ballroom in downtown Duluth. The event serves as the release for this year’s Christmas by the Lake album. Local musicians collaborate to share roughly 14 tracks on the CD. All of the funds raised…
DULUTH, Minn. – Red River Broadcast has entered into an asset purchase agreement with Forum Communications Corp for the sale of their station assets, the FOX affiliates in Fargo, ND, and Duluth, MN. The transaction is pending the grant of a waiver from the FCC. Forum currently owns WDAY, the ABC affiliate in Fargo, as well as a number of…
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, November 30, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, midday update, News, weather
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, November 30, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, morning update, News, weather
DULUTH, Minn. — For the first time, the annual Winter Village Festival won’t be held at Glensheen this year. The DECC will be hosting the upcoming festival this weekend instead. Now in its 6th year, staff at the DECC call the Winter Village event the perfect time to shop and support local businesses before the holidays. And with over 40…
DULUTH, Minn. — On august 23rd, the Duluth Hockey Company on Maple Grove Road closed its doors, and opened as Pure Hockey the next day. And even though the name has changed, the services have not. Pure Hockey will sell the same gear as before, also skate fittings and repairs as well as skate sharpening’s. But after wanting to expand…
DULUTH, Minn. — Some opportunities for people to get into the holiday spirit are coming up through the Boulder Lake Environmental Learning center. These holiday activities allow families to get out and make memories while helping support the environmental learning center. Starting Monday, a four year long tradition at Glensheen Mansion continued as wreath making is going on through Thursday,…
DULUTH, Minn. — Tis the season for front porch theft. The Duluth Police Department is reminding those buying gifts, how to prevent their purchases from being stolen. Shopping online has become more popular over the years especially with online and delivery services making it so easy, but the amount of packages that get swiped from peoples doors leave many upset….
DULUTH, Minn. — Local outdoors shop Frost River is having a strong holiday season. Staff say they have one of the most successful small business Saturdays ever and expect next year to be even bigger. The store has also introduced a second website with more items for customers. “Which is sort of a one of a kind unique items that…
SILVER BAY, Minn. – Since 2016, a campaign known as ‘North Shore Hunger Heroes’ has helped raise over $186,000 for food banks and programs in Northeastern Minnesota. Started by North Shore Federal Credit Union, the brand’s seven offices from Grand Portage to Duluth continue to accept donations to help fight food insecurities in small Northland communities. Members and non-members are…
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, November 29, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, midday update, News, weather
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Monday, November 29, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, morning update, News, weather
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Native American Heritage Month is throughout November, and this weekend political leaders from the Twin Ports came together with proclamations and cultural awareness. The event was held at the Richard I. Bong Veterans Center in Superior to raise awareness around Native American lives, and some of the serious struggles they are facing like missing and murdered Indigenous…
DULUTH, Minn. – The DECC was the perfect spot to buy anything from Minnesota. That’s because, for the first time, MN Christmas Market decided to make one of its stops in Duluth. We’re talking dozens of Minnesota brands and makers all in one room. “Anyone who is from Minnesota is welcome to apply. We get a couple hundred applicants to…
DULUTH, Minn. — It was Small Business Saturday in the Twin Ports, and this is an opportunity for local businesses to celebrate their success, and fellow local businesses too. At Frost River in Lincoln Park, they invited in people and vendors to showcase their work, which adds to the celebration. “It’s our best day of the year when you talk…
CASS LAKE, Minnesota (AP) – Several members of the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe in northern Minnesota are working to address animal neglect on their tribal lands – and in doing so bringing their community closer to its spiritual roots. Kids are helping their elders in animal rescues, pet food and supplies are routinely distributed in the community and the…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – The city of Superior hosted its annual Tree Lighting Ceremony Friday evening at Center City Park at the corner of Belknap and Tower. Even Santa showed up for the fun! Click the video for more. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, Wisconsin
TWO HARBORS, Minn. – The Tall Ships are going to bypass Duluth next summer and dock in Two Harbors for the annual Festival of Sail event. Two Harbors scored the massively popular four-day event because of construction planned next summer along Duluth’s waterfront. Tall Ships will take over the waterfront 28 miles up the shore in Two Harbors Aug. 4-7….
DULUTH, Minn. — Spirit Mountain officially opened for the 2021-2022 season on Friday. Typically each run will have three feet of snow, and the fake snow crews are making right now will last them through the end of the season. “I think that’s something that so many of us appreciate. That we were able to take a step and get…
DULUTH, Minn. — Chris Kringle made a stop in Duluth Friday at the Fitger’s Complex. Santa, along with his reindeer Dasher and Dancer, are spreading Christmas cheer to children from the area. Saint Nick says his elves are hard at work preparing to make a delivery across the Northland and the world on Christmas Eve. He says his the naughty…
DULUTH, Minn. — AICHO’s Indigenous First Art & Gift Shop officially reopened on Friday. The shop features over 80 Indigenous artists and vendors. There are a variety of items, including artwork, books, beadwork and clothing. Staff say they are happy to reopen after being closed for nearly 20 months due to the pandemic. “Supporting these Indigenous artists that might not…
(FOX 9) – The White House announced President Joe Biden will visit Minnesota on Tuesday. Biden will be in Rosemount to discuss the new Infrastructure Bill worth nearly $1 trillion. The exact location of the visit has not been released. Categories: Business, Community, Minnesota, News Tags: Joe Biden, minnesota, President
TWO HARBORS, Minn. – If you’re looking to shed those added Thanksgiving pounds after a day of non-stop eating, then Minnesota State Parks will be the place to go this Friday. Minnesota state parks and recreation areas offer four free admission days per year. The final one for this year lands on the Friday after turkey day. At Gooseberry Falls…
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth firefighters were fed Thanksgiving meals Thursday thanks to a special donation by Proctor resident Teddy Avey. Avey and his family donated turkeys to all eight Duluth fire stations, which will feed nearly 40 people on staff this Thanksgiving. “Because I drive a truck, and I know how it feels to be away from home. Can’t go…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Union Gospel Mission in downtown Duluth, which is about to celebrate 100 years of providing food, shelter and hope, put smiles on many people’s faces Thursday by handing out free Thanksgiving meals. “On a holiday, the people who are isolated and feel alone feel so much more alone on a holiday, so it’s so vital that…
DULUTH, Minn. — Meals that were prepared at the DECCC through the last week were packed up and distributed at several different locations around town Thursday. A total of 6 locations set up to meet with the community and provide Thanksgiving meals. The Damiano Center in the Central Hillside area had a truck of 350 pre-made meals to start, and…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Veterans are among those who deserve to be recognized especially during the holidays, and the Richard I Bong Center in Superior did what they could to give back Thursday. Multiple generous donations from community members and local businesses made this feast possible for for veterans, active military members, and their families. This is the fourth year they’ve…
SUPERIOR, Wis. — Mont du Lac Ski Resort got the chairlifts running, and the trails groomed Thursday morning to welcome in the crowds for opening day. Snow crews got to work around 3 a-m Thursday morning, making sure everything was in tip-top shape for the hundreds of locals and out-of-towners who strapped up to hit the slopes. For some, it…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Lake Superior Zoo is getting brighter and bigger with a new nighttime holiday experience starting this weekend. It’s called “Larger Than Life Lights.” You’ll get to see six giant animal inflatables throughout the zoo’s outside area at night, along with a bunch of lights and photos ops, among other festivities. “We’re really excited to be able…
DULUTH, Minn. – While fighting a recent apartment complex fire in the East Hillside of Duluth, fire crews were dealt with an issue that continues to be a problem during operations throughout the city. The Duluth Fire Department is reminding residents, especially drivers, to avoid driving across fire hoses when they’re in use to fight a fire inside buildings. This…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Kiwanis International Club is giving thanks to two special public servants in the City of Duluth. A ceremony took place Wednesday honoring the Firefighter and Police Officer of the Year. Recently retired patrol officer Todd Shermer received the police officer of the year award after wrapping up his 16 years of service to the community. Matt…
DULUTH, Minn. – Tis the season to be extra mindful in the kitchen, especially when you have dozens of family members inside for the holiday season. Fire officials are reminding amateur chefs to not take on too many things this holiday season…and avoid getting overwhelmed. This often leads to fires in the kitchen, which nobody wants to deal with during…
DULUTH, Minn. — As part of Small Business Saturday, Hoops Brewing Company in canal park will be hosting several local artists. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. there will be pop-up shops selling different items from handmade winter wear to pottery. Hoops is one of many local businesses hosting smaller artists who can showcase their work. It’s all to get the…
DULUTH, Minn. — The Superior Douglas County Area Chamber of Commerce and Superior Business Improvement District are hosting their own version of Small Business Saturday but they are making it a week-long event. Shop Small Superior Week is a time for people to get out and support local and to see everything the city of Superior has to offer. So…
DULUTH, Minn. — “What we have found is that we continue to observe and watch and see what types of things need to be adjusted or changed but we’ve stayed pretty consistent around here,” Duluth Airport Authority Director of Communications & Marketing, Natalie Peterson says. Air travel in Duluth is going steady heading into the holiday season with more than…
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Rusty Mehlberg for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, November 24, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News Tags: Brett Scott, midday update, News, Rusty Mehlberg, weather
DULUTH, Minn. – Minnesota-based ‘Can Do Canines’ is offering a list of tips and tricks to follow in order to make sure your pets have a safe and ER-free holiday season. “Holidays can be stressful, and your dog may pick up on that too. New smells, tempting foods, and strangers in the home may all lead to higher stress levels…
DULUTH, Minn. – Businesses in Downtown Duluth are gearing up for Small Business Saturday on Nov. 27. Kristi Stokes, President of the Greater Downtown Council in Duluth, says this is typically one of the busier shopping days of the year for small businesses throughout the Downtown Waterfront District. Many will have special promotions, demonstrations, and open houses. “Shopping on Small Business…
DULUTH, Minn. – The holiday season is a time of joy and happiness for many people, but for others who may be grieving the loss of a loved one it can be a time of emotions, sadness, and seclusion. Essentia Health offers a variety of grief support services for those dealing with a recent of past loss, especially during the…
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Rusty Mehlberg for a local look at news and weather making headlines Wednesday, November 24, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, morning update, News, Rusty Mehlberg, weather
DULUTH, Minn. — One Roof Community Housing has announced some big plans to combat the housing crisis plaguing Duluth, along with the issues that do happen in some affordable housing complexes. The focus is on a vacant and boarded up apartment building on the 600-block of E. 4th Street that started on fire Nov. 20. One Roof has chosen to…
DULUTH, Minn. — Local businesses in the Twin Ports and beyond are hoping to cash in for small business Saturday this weekend. It’s a day to encourage shoppers to buy local and support local one day after Black Friday when larger retail stories end up getting a lot of business on big deals. Small shops like ‘Bailey Builds’ in West…
DULUTH, Minn. — The smell of Thanksgiving is flowing through the DECC. It’s the place where volunteers with The College of Scholastica are cooking thousands of meals for the community. The traditional in-person Thanksgiving buffet at the DECC won’t be happening for the second year in a row because of Covid-19. More than 5,000 meals will be handed out at…
DULUTH, Minn. – It was a special Thanksgiving food distribution day at the American Indian Community Housing Organization (AICHO) in Duluth. Every two weeks on a Wednesday, AICHO gives out 200 bags of food to whoever needs it in the community. They moved this week’s distribution ahead a day to help with Thanksgiving preps for families. “It is certainly important…
DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Fire Crews are responding to a sprinkler malfunction at an apartment building in the Observation Hill neighborhood. Crews were called to the building located on the 1300 block of West 3rd Street around 12:00 p.m. Tuesday. According to a recent Twitter post, the sprinkler malfunctioned in the building causing the ceiling in one of the apartment…
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, November 23, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, midday update, News, weather
Join FOX 21’s Brett Scott and Meteorologist Ken Slama for a local look at news and weather making headlines Tuesday, November 23, 2021. Categories: Community, News, News – Latest News, News Update Tags: Brett Scott, community, Headlines, Ken Slama, Local News, morning update, News, weather
DULUTH, Minn. – The two Whole Foods Co-op locations in Duluth are preparing to help you secure the final menu items on your list ahead of Thanksgiving. After hearing nationally of turkey shortages, and a spike in the price for your Thanksgiving bird, we’re learning local might be your best option this holiday season. The Co-op offers frozen and fresh…
DULUTH, Minn. — With the CDC and FDA approving boosters for adults, local hospitals are seeing more people come in to get the shot. St. Luke’s tells us it’s seeing a staggering 500 people a day come in for their booster shot. They’re also seeing people still come in wanting to get their first or second dose of the Pfizer…
CLOQUET, Minn. – Throughout the past 20 months amid the COVID-19 pandemic, we’ve witnessed multiple businesses that were forced to shut their doors or change the way they operate just to make ends meet. This week’s Knowing Your Neighbors shines the spotlight on one success story from the community of Cloquet. “We love the atmosphere! It’s really nice in here,”…
