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UW-Superior Encourages Girls to Pursue Mathematics

Over 130 students gathered to celebrate Sonia Kovalevsky Day

November 8, 2023

Jenna VanSickle,

Superior, Wis. — Today was all about encouraging girls’ passion for math at UW-Superior. Girls from 15 different high schools spent the day exploring mathematics and career opportunities. They listened to speakers, explored jobs, and participated in workshops, all relating to math. Teaching Assistant Professor Heather Kahler said she hopes girls left the event feeling uplifted and open to new…

First-Generation College Students

November 3, 2023

Pat Brink,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. — Haley Stalls is a senior at the University of Wisconsin Superior. She is majoring in Elementary Education and wants to teach kindergartners. Haley knew she needed to go to college to be a teacher but neither her parents nor her three sisters had attended college. She would be a first-generation student. She heard about the Upward Bound…

Two Canoeists Missing In Wascott

October 30, 2023

Dan Hanger,

Rescue crews are searching for two men reported missing on the Minong Flowage in Wascott. The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office said the men went out in a canoe Saturday evening. Family members called 911 just before 1 a.m. Sunday after locating the capsized canoe. Multiple agencies are helping in the search effort, as of Monday evening. Categories: News, News –…

Welder Generator Helps Northwood Technical College Hit the Road

Joint effort made it possible.

October 30, 2023

Pat Brink,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. — In March, Northwood Technical College unveiled its 53-foot mobile welding lab that has eight individual welding booths. However, to make the lab work anywhere other than on campus, a generator was needed. And, it had to be a large generator–one that costs $90,000. The college didn’t have the money and needed help from others. So, two local…

Trunk or Treating Hits Big Around Superior

October 28, 2023

Paige Hansen, Drew Kerner,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. — The cold didn’t stop early trick or treaters from hitting up the trunks this weekend. On Sunday Allouez community members and businesses have been handing candy out of their trunks at President’s Bar and Liquor in Superior. Trunks were decorated in the spirit of Halloween. Trunk or Treat-ing have been a popular alternative for trick or treaters…

Jordan Loses Third Vote For House Speaker; Stauber and Tiffany Differ

Wisconsin's Congressman sticks with Jordan; Minnesota's Stauber goes with Westerman again.

October 20, 2023

KQDS Staff,

WASHINGTON (AP) — Rep. Jim Jordan failed badly Friday on a third ballot for the House speaker’s gavel, rejected by even more Republicans from the conservative mainstream who warned the hard-edged ally of Donald Trump that no threats or promises could win their support. The Republicans have no realistic or workable plan to unite the fractured GOP majority, elect a…

Steve Hanke Appointed New Minnesota Sixth District Judge

Duluth attorney will replace retiring Judge Michael Cuzzo in Northeastern corner of state.

October 19, 2023

KQDS Staff,

Steve Hanke Northeastern Minnesota will be getting a new judge. Steve Hanke has been tapped by Governor Walz to fill a vacancy in the Sixth Judicial District. He will be replacing the retiring Judge Michael Cuzzo. Hanke has ties to both sides of the Blatnik Bridge. He is a lawyer for the City of Duluth and is also an adjunct…

GoFundMe Set Up to Bring Bodies of Two Men Killed in Ashland Home in Mexico

October 19, 2023

Pat Brink,

ASHLAND, Wis. — Two brothers from Mexico were shot and killed in Ashland Saturday, and now their family is trying to get their bodies home to be buried. 30-year-old Manuel Garcia and his 27-year-old brother, Luis, were visiting a third brother who lives in Ashland. The two were shot and killed early Saturday morning. Manuel’s wife is still in Ashland….

Stauber Moves Away From Jordan In Speaker Vote; Tiffany Sticks With Jordan

Northland Congressmen split as Jordan loses second vote for speaker

October 18, 2023

KQDS Staff,

One Northland lawmaker held firm in his support of Representative Jim Jordan for Speaker of the House Wednesday, but another moved away from Jordan. Jordan, a Republican lawmaker from Ohio, lost his second vote in his bid to become speaker. On Tuesday, both Minnesota 8th District Congressman Pete Stauber, and Wisconsin 7th District Congressman Tom Tiffany voted for Jordan. Wednesday,…

Jordan Loses Second Vote For Speaker

House of Representatives still without permanent Speaker.

October 18, 2023

The Associated Press,

WASHINGTON (AP) — Rep. Jim Jordan was again short the votes he needed in a second round of balloting for speaker on Wednesday, failing to convince his Republican detractors to support him to replace the ousted Kevin McCarthy. Jordan lost 20 Republican votes in the first round of balloting Tuesday and lost more on Wednesday. Jim Jordan’s rapid rise has…

Former WI Congressman Dave Obey Announces Wife’s Passing

October 10, 2023

Dan Hanger,

Joan Obey1938 – 2023 (FOX 21) Former longtime U.S. Representative Davey Obey, 85, who served northwest Wisconsin’s 7th District for four decades, announced late Tuesday that his wife, Joan Obey, died peacefully Sunday morning at the age of 85. Courtesy: Facebook Obey, who was honored in 2022 for being the longest-serving Wisconsin congressman, posted on social media shortly after 9…

Kwik Trip Experiencing “Disruption” to its Systems

Company says loyalty program among things affected.

October 10, 2023

KQDS Staff,

The Kwik Trip stores have apparently been having some technology-related issues over the past two days. On Monday, Madison television station WKOW reported that some customers were posting on social media that they were having problems with the store’s app, rewards program, and telephone service. Tuesday, Kwik Trip issued a statement saying, “As you are aware, we are currently experiencing…

Superior Police Chief Nicholas Alexander To Retire

October 9, 2023

Dan Hanger,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Superior Police Chief Nicholas Alexander, who has been with the police department since 1998, is preparing to retire from the department. Alexander was just 26 when he joined the department as a police officer before climbing the ranks as captain of investigations and taking the chief position in 2015. Under Alexander’s leadership, he had a lot of…

Time of Reflection and Inspiration on Indigenous Peoples’ Day

Generations united through song, words and determination.

October 9, 2023

Lucretia Free,

Duluth commemorated Indigenous Peoples’ Day as a holiday Monday. The cold winds were swirling around City Hall, but they did not lessen the resolve of those in attendance. The group gathered with music and the spoken word to acknowledge the painful history indigenous people have had, and to celebrate the promise of the future. No one exemplifies that promise of…

Bayfield’s Apple Festival Wraps Up on a Wet Note

October 8, 2023

Drew Kerner,

BAYFIELD, Wis. — Bayfield’s Apple Festival wrapping up this weekend on a wet note, still thousands of people poured in for the grand parade. “Yeah it’s pretty rainy, and cold. Very cold,” said festival attendee Minnie VanDoorn. The low 50s and rainy weather didn’t stop the crowd in Bayfield. Just as the 61 year event entered its final day, it…

Superior Fire Department Making Changes for Future Needs

October 6, 2023

Pat Brink,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. — The Superior Fire Department is looking forward to upcoming changes that will help prepare the department and its facilities for the future. Fox 21’s Pat Brink has the story. The Superior Fire Department is taking to heart Mark Twain’s comment that ‘to stand still is to fall behind.’ Camron Vollbrecht, the man who became Superior’s Fire Chief…

Fall Brings Out Sport Card Collectors

Football of course, but playoff baseball brings an added interest.

October 6, 2023

KQDS Staff,

Fall is in the air. That means football, and this fall–even the Twins! That is good news for people who are into collecting or selling sports cards. At the Miller Hill Mall Friday, it was “game on!” As in Game On Sportscard Collectors and Memorabilia show. Long time collector and dealer Austin Knute had a big selection on display, and…

61st Annual Bayfield Apple Festival Begins Friday

October 6, 2023

KQDS Staff,

BAYFIELD, Wis. — Friday is the day for apple lovers to gather as the Bayfield Apple Festival begins. The fun fall event marks 61 years of everything apple with apple peeling, pie, and dessert contests, plenty of live music, a coronation for the Apple Festival Queen, and a grand parade. Thousands of tourists and locals visit every year to highlight…

Solar Speaks to Superior Residents

Many people responded to the chance to sign up to be part of the new community solar garden.

October 5, 2023

KQDS Staff,

Superior’s first community solar garden has more than utilities and construction crews eager to see it get started. Wednesday, Superior Water Light and Power unveiled the facility that will generate enough electricity to power 115 homes, and many residents were excited about the prospect and showed up for the ribbon cutting. A lot of those celebrating Wednesday were those who…

Man With Handgun Seeking Governor Arrested In Wisconsin Capitol, Returns With Assault Rifle

October 5, 2023

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A man illegally brought a loaded handgun into the Wisconsin Capitol, demanding to see Gov. Tony Evers, and returned at night with an assault rifle after posting bail, a spokesperson for the state said Thursday. The man, who was shirtless and had a holstered handgun, approached the governor’s office on the first floor of the Capitol…

Superior Solar Garden Unveiled

October 4, 2023

Pat Brink,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. — There may have been some clouds in the sky, but that did not stop a solar celebration today. It was for the community solar garden in Superior. It will use the sun to generate enough power for about 115 homes, according to Superior Water Light and Power. Customers were able to buy shares of the solar garden…

UW System President Visits Superior Campus

October 2, 2023

Emma Propp,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — The UW system president gave a visit to the Superior campus Monday. This is the first time Jay Rothman is visiting since beginning his tenure as the 9th UW system president in 2022. The stop is all part of the OpportUWnity Tour with President Rothman and his staff visiting all the universities to meet with businesses, community…

College Loan Payments Begin Again

Those who owe are forced to deal with return to the way it was.

October 2, 2023

KQDS Staff,

For many college students, Halloween is not nearly as frightening as the debt they are racking up. And this month, a three-year pause in paying back loans came to an end. The national break had been put in place during the pandemic. But it all came to an end this month, and millions must now resume making payments. For many…

Superior Firefighters Raise Money For Muscular Dystrophy Association

September 29, 2023

Emma Propp,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — The Superior firefighters have been out all week filling the boot with lots of donations. Every year, the firefighters raise money for kids and families who have muscular dystrophy, a genetic muscle disease. This week they were standing outside the Super One and Walmart in Superior. Money will go towards funding research with the Muscular Dystrophy Association…

Childcare Grants for Providers in Superior and Douglas County

September 29, 2023

Pat Brink,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. — The City of Superior has established a grant program that can provide up to $10,000 for childcare providers in the city to use for capital projects. These projects should enhance the overall quality, safety, and accessibility of the childcare facilities. Douglas County childcare providers can receive up to $5,000 for capital projects. On Saturday, September 30 the…

WI Senator Explores Minnesota’s Cannabis Legalization Success

September 28, 2023

Dan Hanger,

A Wisconsin senator is exploring Minnesota’s cannabis legalization efforts in hopes of changing the law in the state. Sen. Melissa Agard, a democrat from Madison, visited Minnesota lawmakers Thursday to talk about their successes around legalizing marijuana. Sen. Agard released a statement saying in part: “Visiting with neighboring legislators who led the charge to legalize cannabis in Minnesota was invigorating….

Working Together For the Benefit of Humans and Trout

September 27, 2023

Pat Brink,

NEAR ASHLAND, Wisc. — The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and the Inflation Reduction Act provided $40 million dollars to increase and expand the scope of infrastructure updates. The Forest Service turned to Trout Unlimited, one of its oldest and strongest partnerships to help restore watersheds, streams, and habitat. “We sat down with Trout Unlimited and created a national agreement, our largest…

Sawyer County Deputy Arrested, Accused Of Domestic Abuse

September 25, 2023

KQDS Staff,

A Sawyer County Sheriff’s Deputy is under arrest and accused of domestic abuse, according to Sheriff Doug Mrotek. Mrotek issued a news release Monday that said his office learned of the allegations against Schick on Sept. 21. Due to the nature of the allegations, Mrotek said he handed the investigation over to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office. Investigators in Polk…

Northland Grandmothers For Peace Honors Founder Who Passed Away

September 22, 2023

Emma Propp,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Thursday is International Peace Day, and one local organization is honoring a peace activist and community volunteer for her decades of work. Jan Provost founded Northland Grandmothers for Peace in 1983 and was the president up until her passing in 2020. The mission of the organization is to eliminate the threat of nuclear weapons. Grandmothers for Peace…

GO Pack GO Bill Re-introduced

September 20, 2023

Pat Brink,

Courtesy: Green Bay Packers WASHINGTON D.C. — Wisconsin Senator Tammy Baldwin wants Television viewers in all of Wisconsin to be able to watch Green Bay Packers games. She has re-introduced the GO Pack GO legislation that would require cable and satellite providers to air the Packers game, no matter what the local station is running. If this passes, it…

Superior Fire Department Hosts Emotional Resiliency Training

September 20, 2023

Emma Propp,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — 55 fire fighters from different departments in Minnesota and Wisconsin are gathering this week for a special training. The Superior Fire Department is hosting an emotional resiliency training. It’s for members to learn how to cope better with the things they may experience or see on the job. The battalion chief at the Superior Fire Department says…

Superior Mayor Calls 2024 Budget Proposal The Best In Decades

September 19, 2023

Dan Hanger,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Superior Mayor Jim Paine is touting his 2024 budget proposal as the largest public investment in the city in decades. Mayor Paine on Tuesday said the city is well positioned to invest in city services and public infrastructure, while decreasing taxes. Paine said the growing local economy, a restructured budget he and his predecessor designed to function…

Knowing Your Neighbor: Matthew Larson Racing

September 19, 2023

Paige Hansen,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — At just 17 years old, race car driver Matthew Larson has already racked up many memories in his trusty car. This year, Matthews’s car has a new theme which is spreading an important message on and off the track. “My car is themed to suicide awareness and prevention this year, it’s been something on my mind for…

SRX Offroad Ranch Offers High-Octane Action

September 18, 2023

Bret Holland,

POPLAR, Wis. – If you’ve driven southbound on Highway 53 near Solon Springs this fall, you may have caught a glimpse of some high-octane action. SRX Offroad Ranch in Poplar has been operating since 2021, offering a family friendly racing environment for locals to have fun in the dirt on motorcycles, 4-wheelers, and UTVs. If you’d like to join the…

Planned Parenthood Resumes Offering Abortions In Wisconsin After More Than A Year

September 18, 2023

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Planned Parenthood resumed offering abortion services in Wisconsin on Monday after halting them for more than a year since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. Providers across the state stopped offering abortions following the June 2022 decision, fearing enforcement of an 1849 state law that appears to ban the procedure but had previously been nullified…

UWS Students Honor Lives Lost On 9/11 With Flag Memorial

September 11, 2023

Emma Propp,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Students at the University of Wisconsin-Superior campus are remembering the lives lost on September 11, 2001. Every year the Young Americans for Freedom student organization hosts a flag memorial outside of the Yellowjacket Union. Almost 3,000 flags are placed each representing a life lost. The president of the organizations tells us that his mother was pregnant with…

The Northland Remembers Loss Of 9/11 By Climbing Stairs

Firefighters and others climb equivalent of 110 stories in Duluth

September 11, 2023

KQDS Staff,

While lowered flags were a very visible way to remember 9/11 across the country, Monday in the Northland there was also a quieter, but just as serious way to honor those who died. Inside the DECC in Duluth, several groups came together and repeatedly climbed up and down the stairs. When they were finished, they had methodically covered the equivalent…

Pudge’s Pub Reopens Under New Management

September 11, 2023

Drew Kerner,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — A longtime staple of East Superior is celebrating their grand reopening with a few changes. Pudge’s is now under new ownership. For the last month they’ve been cleaning up the pub. New at Pudge’s is a Bloody Mary bar and as part of their grand opening raffle prizes were drawn all day. For Co-owner and Veteran Bartender…

UWS Has Newly Renovated Labs in Time for the Fall Semester

September 8, 2023

Paige Hansen,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — UW- Superior students are back in class, and some of those classrooms have a new style this year. Two chemistry labs and one geography lab were renovated over the summer to bring a more modern feel to the campus. The rooms each got new cabinets, counter tops and new technology. Renovations started in May and wrapped up…

Community Leaders Learn All About Firefighting In Superior

September 8, 2023

Emma Propp,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Friday, Superior Firefighters Local 74 hosted a program to show community members what it’s like to be them. It was called FIRE OPS 101, which is an interactive way to teach community members how firefighters keep our communities safe. The event was designed for local business leaders and elected officials to participate in hands-on operations. Those operations…

Rotary Club of Superior Raising Money for Ukraine

September 6, 2023

Pat Brink,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. –It was February 2022, when Russia invaded its neighbor Ukraine. Now a year and a half later, the war continues and the people of Ukraine continue to find ways to meet their daily needs. Rotary groups in Ukraine have been leading the effort to raise money and coordinate the distribution of the supplies. Now the Rotary Club of…

Wisconsin Secretary of State Visits Superior

September 6, 2023

Pat Brink,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. –The Wisconsin Secretary of State wants to correct myths and disinformation that have been circulating about what her office and local clerks can do. And can’t do. The first item Sarah Godlewski wants to clear up is that her office does not administer elections. But she is responsible for witnessing and validating both the certificate of votes for…

University of Wisconsin Superior Starts School Year

September 6, 2023

Pat Brink,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. — The school year at UW Superior is now underway. Students and teachers had their first classes of the Semester today. We talked with three students about their thoughts after they had finished their first day of classes. We were able to talk with students from Germany, Michigan, and Rochester Minnesota. Mya Haupt, a freshman from Germany told…

Memory Screens Can Help Detect Dementia or Alzheimer’s Early

September 5, 2023

Drew Kerner,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Wisconsin has around 120,000 people living with dementia, reported by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. This number is suspected to double by 2040. But memory screens can offer some relief for early detection. “We get a lot of family that can call us about, you know, we’ve noticed some changes in our loved one.” Everyone ages,…

From Old to New, Memorial Car Show Has It All

September 4, 2023

Drew Kerner,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Whenever it’s the motors, the builds, or the chance to see something unique. The Dennis VanAlstine Memorial Car Show returned to where it began on Tower Avenue. “So we kind of turned it into a memorial for Dennis,” said Co-organizer Michele Haltli. “And we continued on with what he did, giving a free t-shirt to car entries…

September Heat Waves Brings Last Minute Beach Goers

September 3, 2023

Drew Kerner,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — “This is actually only my second time being out to the point because it’s been a kind of mild summer at least in my perspective. It’s been really nice. It’s a really good day for it. Nice way to end the summer definitely,” said Jill Thorne on her beach day. You can’t get a Sunday Sunnier than…

Duluth-Superior Pride Weekend Recap

September 3, 2023

Drew Kerner,

TWIN PORTS — It was a pride like no other. The 37th annual Duluth-Superior pride promenaded over the Twin Ports this past Labor Day weekend. The mayors of both Superior and Duluth were joined with Two Harbor’s mayor on Thursday. Marking Two Harbor’s first time as a part of the pride. “So all I can do is say thank you…

UWS Students Move In Ahead of Fall Semester

September 2, 2023

Paige Hansen,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — College move in day is a day full of excitement and nerves. Saturday was time for UW-Superior students to move in to their new homes. Before the heavy lifting began, students and family could take a picture in front of a Superior sign to show off their Yellowjacket pride. Hundreds of students moved into the on-campus dorms…

Great Northern Classic Rodeo Returns to Superior

September 1, 2023

Maria Vollom,

SUPERIOR, WI. — Back for its 32nd year, the Great Northern Classic Rodeo returned on Friday, Sept. 1 to Superior. The event features everything from bull riding to calf roping and steer wrestling. Plus, mutton busting and other fun activities for the little ones. The first rodeo was hosted back in 1991 in Duluth. Two years later, it moved across…

One Man Dead after Single Motorcycle Crash in Douglas County, WI

September 1, 2023

Maria Vollom,

LAKESIDE TOWNSHIP, WI — One man is dead after a single motorcycle crash in the township of Lakeside in Douglas County, WI. According to Douglas County Sheriff Matt Izzard, deputies responded to a report of a single motorcycle crash on Highway 13, near Peterson Rd at 6:28 pm on Thursday, August 31. Lifesaving measures were performed on the lone male…

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Over 130 students gathered to celebrate Sonia Kovalevsky Day

Joint effort made it possible.

Wisconsin's Congressman sticks with Jordan; Minnesota's Stauber goes with Westerman again.

Duluth attorney will replace retiring Judge Michael Cuzzo in Northeastern corner of state.

Northland Congressmen split as Jordan loses second vote for speaker

House of Representatives still without permanent Speaker.

Company says loyalty program among things affected.

Generations united through song, words and determination.

Football of course, but playoff baseball brings an added interest.

Many people responded to the chance to sign up to be part of the new community solar garden.

Those who owe are forced to deal with return to the way it was.

Firefighters and others climb equivalent of 110 stories in Duluth

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