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Globe News Changing Ownership By Start of New Year

Globe News has been a collector's dream on the corner of Belknap Street and Tower Avenue for 40 years.

December 28, 2022

Sophie Varner,

SUPERIOR, Wisc.–The old-school, one-stop-shop, Globe News in Superior, Wisconsin will have new owners by January 1st, 2023. Globe News has been a collector’s dream on the corner of Belknap Street and Tower Avenue for 40 years. Starting off as a news stand selling only magazines and newspapers, longtime owner Tom Unterberger has expanded his inventory to include sports cards, comic…

House Fire In Superior, $50,000 Worth Of Damage

Many fire crews responded to the fire, working at it for almost 3 hours.

December 28, 2022

KQDS Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — A structure fire in Superior resulted in $50,000 worth of damage and a family to be without a home for a little while. The Superior Fire Department says just after 11 a.m. Wednesday fire crews responded to a house fire on North 17th Street in Superior with fire coming out of a second story window. All 3…

Dreamland Supper Club Open for Christmas Dinners

December 25, 2022

Drew Kerner,

SOUTH RANGE, Wis. –Many places are closed this Christmas, but the kitchen was on at the Dreamland Supper Club today for families looking to be out of the house for dinner. The supper club in South Range was decked out with Christmas décor. Dreamland had 80 reservations today for this year’s Christmas dinner with the chef for the night giving…

150 Associated Press Images From 2022

December 24, 2022

The Associated Press,

Associated Press (ASSOCIATED PRESS) – Taken together, they can convey the feeling of a world convulsing — 150 Associated Press images from across 2022, showing the fragments that make up our lives and freezing in time the moments that somehow, these days, seem to pass faster than ever. As history in 2022 unfolded and the world lurched forward — or,…

Body Found On Road In Ashland, Alcohol And Exposure To Elements Possible Factors

December 23, 2022

KQDS Staff,

ASHLAND, Wis. — A body was found on the road Thursday morning in Ashland. According to the Ashland Police Department, police and paramedics arrived at the scene around 8 a.m. on Junction Road between Turner Road and Sanborn Avenue. The body was a 25-year-old from Ashland and exposure from the elements and not being properly dressed for weather was supposedly…

Local Reaction to President Zelenskyy’s Visit

December 22, 2022

Pat Brink,

DULUTH. Minn. — Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar was a member of the Congressional Escort Committee for Zelenskyy’s Visit. She briefly met with Ukraine’s president and reiterated the United States support for Ukraine. The senator said “…congress is coming together before the end of the year to provide additional security and humanitarian assistance…” Tina Smith, Minnesota’s other senator said, “It was…

Cenovus Awards $50,000 to Student-Led Manufacturing Program

Spartan Manufacturing is a student-led curriculum focused on learning hands-on skills at Superior High School

December 22, 2022

Sophie Varner,

SUPERIOR, Wisc.–Superior High School’s technical education program received an early Christmas gift Wednesday. They recently founded Spartan Manufacturing and got a big donation from Cenovus Energy. Established earlier this year, Spartan Manufacturing is a student-led curriculum focused on learning hands-on skills. It not only educates students about how to make things or weld, but encourages students to explore all their…

WisDOT Provides Winter Driving Trips Ahead Of Winter Storm

December 21, 2022

KQDS Staff,

WISCONSIN — The Wisconsin Department of Transportation sent out a warning for drivers ahead of the winter storm. “Know before you go,” meaning be 100% prepared before venturing out by having enough gas, warm clothes, and blankets. In case you get stranded they say to double check your cell phone battery and grab a car charger. And if you find…

Open House For New Youth Center In Superior

December 21, 2022

KQDS Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — In Superior the Human Development Center hosted an open house showcasing its new youth center. The newly renovated space is now home to the “Project Reach Out” program, which supports youth and their families during difficult times. The center provides an area for youth to relax, with board games, movies, and even a new gaming system. After…

Knowing Your Neighbors: Davidson Windmill

December 20, 2022

Ken Slama,

SOUTH RANGE, Wisc. — If you have ever travelled on Highway 13 just outside of Superior, you may have noticed, or missed, an old windmill on the side of the road. Well, it has been nearly 120 years since it was built and is in need of a restoration. The Old-Brule Heritage Society has been raising money for the project…

Snow Days Vs. E-Learning From Home In The Northland

December 14, 2022

Maria Vollom,

NORTHLAND — Many schools in the Northland shut down due to the storm, but a few stayed open and operated from home. The majority of local schools called off school completely opting for a traditional snow day at home. This includes Duluth, Superior, and many other districts in the Northland. However, several continued to function including Hibbing, Barnum, and Willow…

Power Companies Prepared for Blizzard

December 13, 2022

Pat Brink,

DULUTH, Minn. – SUPERIOR, Wisc. – For the past week we’ve known that this storm is coming. The storm is bringing a lot of snow and wind and these are two things that power companies regularly prepare for. Minnesota Power and Superior Water, Light and Power are no different, they have plans in place to deal with this type of…

Superior to See Lower Property Taxes

December 13, 2022

Pat Brink,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. – There will be good news for residents of Superior when they open their property tax bills later this month as they will see a three percent reduction . Your property taxes actually consist of taxes from four units of government, City, County, Schools and Technical Colleges. Superior Mayor Jim Paine says there is one major reason for…

AMI Community COVID Vaccine Clinic in Superior Closing Friday

December 13, 2022

Mason Kroll,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — The AMI COVID Vaccine Clinic in Superior will be closing this Friday. The mobile clinic was established in 2021 to take on some of the demand local clinics and pharmacies faced. The clinic located within the Government Center in Superior is free and serves people six months and older. Its final day of operation will be on…

Wisconsin Postal Worked Killed

Mail carrier killed while delivering mail in Milwaukee

December 10, 2022

The Associated Press,

MILWAUKEE (AP) – Police in Wisconsin are searching for the shooter who killed a U.S. Postal Service employee as he was delivering mail. The shooting happened in Milwaukee just before 6 p.m. Friday on the city’s north side. The Milwaukee Police Department said the 44-year-old mail carrier was pronounced dead at the scene. He had worked for the Postal Service…

Train Slams Into Vehicle In Superior

December 9, 2022

Dan Hanger,

SUPERIOR, Wis. – A train slammed into a vehicle Friday in Superior. The crash happened around 1 p.m. The vehicle was stopped on the tracks as the train was approaching, according to police. The impact was not severe, but it was enough to push the vehicle from Tower Avenue down the tracks two blocks to John Avenue behind the Thirsty…

Blood Donations Needed To Help Traumatic Injury Patients, Cancer Patients, And More

December 8, 2022

Pat Brink,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. — It’s a story that keeps re-occurring. The blood supply in the area is getting low. Volunteers are needed to take just a few minutes to donate a pint of blood. Each donation can help three people. This time of year is more difficult to keep the blood supply up. Regular donors may be out of town visiting…

Superior Public Safety Officials Serve In a New Way

December 8, 2022

Pat Brink,

SUPERIOR, Wisc. — Law enforcement officers and other first responders in Superior helped the community in a different way on Thursday. They served food at a local restaurant to raise money for charity. The event at The Kitchen Restaurant featured the Superior police chief, fire chief, the outgoing Douglas County sheriff and the incoming sheriff elect. The special on the…

17 People Arrested For Allegedly Being Part Of Northland Drug Ring

December 6, 2022

Site Staff,

MINNESOTA/WISCONSIN — The Lake Superior Violent Offender Task Force says it has busted up an alleged drug ring in the Northland. 17 people have been arrested on accusations of being involved in it. The task force says the group worked with other drug traffickers to bring in narcotics to the area. That includes meth, as well as meth mixed with…

Students Uncover the Past Through Pine Trees

Larson's team will spend the next year-and-a-half analyzing the pine remnants and putting together the stories of the past from this wooden perspective

December 3, 2022

Owen Zagrabelny,

DULUTH, Minn — Today at Duluth Makerspace, there was much activity, and it was all about dead tree stumps and what we can learn from them. A group of college students from both UMD and Fond du Lac Community College collected centuries-old red pine samples from Minnesota Point and Wisconsin Point. They then brought them to Makerspace to sand them…

‘Merry Little Book Sale’ Now Open At Superior Public Library

December 2, 2022

Sophie Varner,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — The Superior Public Library has transformed into the “Merry Little Book Sale.” The Friends of the Superior Library organization puts on the book sale around the holidays every year. The books are unmarked, clean and ready for gift-giving. “We try to make it a festive holiday event, bring people to the library, and also raise some money…

School Closings and Delays for November 29, 2022

November 29, 2022

KQDS Staff,

School Closings & Delays Birchwood School District – 2-hour early release, no after school activities Categories: Education, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News, School Closings, Wisconsin

Catholic Diocese of Superior Releases List of Abusive Priests

November 23, 2022

Pat Brink,

SUPERIOR Wisc. — The Catholic Diocese of Superior’s director of administrative services Dan Blake, says this is the first time it’s released information on abuse by members of the clergy. “It was time to take responsibility for the past and have a chance to start fresh” Blake said. He went on to say there are 23 priests and other clergy…

‘Abusive Clergy List’ Released By Catholic Diocese Of Superior

November 22, 2022

KQDS Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — The Catholic Diocese of Superior released its list late Tuesday of “abusive clergy who have substantiated allegations of sexual abuse of a minor.” The list of 23 names comes after three clergy file reviews over the past year, including one by an independent security consulting firm, according to Dan Blank, the director of administrative services at the…

Wisconsin Better Business Bureau Warns Shoppers Of Delivery Scams

November 21, 2022

KQDS Staff,

WISCONSIN — Making purchases online is convenient these days, especially around the holidays. And with all of the packages delivered daily, scammers are taking advantage of online shoppers. The Wisconsin Better Business Bureau says online consumers may receive a text from someone pretending to be a delivery carrier. It asks them to “update delivery preferences” by clicking on a link….

Superior’s Jamrock Cultural Restaurant To Relocate In Duluth

November 19, 2022

Dan Hanger,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Jamrock Cultural Restaurant has announced it’s leaving Superior to reopen a bigger location in Duluth. Owner Antonio O’Neil made the announced late Friday on the restaurant’s Facebook page. O’Neil said he is more than appreciative of Superior’s support to help get his business up and running, but that the success simply grew out of the space he…

Superior’s Longtime Holiday Tree ‘Unhealthy’, Will Be Replaced

November 19, 2022

Dan Hanger,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — The city of Superior’s tree lighting ceremony next week will also be the last with the current tree outside the Superior Public Library. Mayor Jim Paine said the tree has to come down because it has become a hazard and is unhealthier than it looks. Paine said the city will replace the tree with a new one…

Local Ski Resorts Needing More Snow And More Workers

November 17, 2022

Steve Goodspeed,

DULUTH, Minn. — Those job numbers ae part of the challenge facing many employers, including Spirit Mountain. Not only does the hill have to create some more snow, it has to find additional people to keep the facility totally operational. The current plan is to start the season being open 5 days and 4 nights a week, with hopes that…

Local Ski Resorts Getting Ready For Upcoming Season

November 15, 2022

Steve Goodspeed,

DULUTH, Minn. — Skateboarders may not be fans of snow, but snowboarders and skiers certainly are. Two popular area hills have been in full swing for weeks, trying to get ready for the coming season. Spirit Mountain was actually working on some ground areas in August. Now its snow and crunch time. Ann Glumac, Interim Executive Director said, “In order…

On Ramp To Blatnik Bridge In Duluth Closed This Weekend

If you are coming from Superior, you are good to go.

November 11, 2022

KQDS Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. — A heads up, access to the Blatnik Bridge from Duluth will be shut down this weekend, starting Friday at 8 p.m. It’s all part of the Twin Ports Interchange Reconstruction project. Crews will be demolishing and removing bridge decks, girders, and piers closest to southbound Garfield Avenue. MnDOT is encouraging drivers to take the Bong Bridge to…

New Wisconsin Wolf Plan Eliminates State Population Goal

November 10, 2022

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin wildlife officials on Thursday released their first new wolf management plan in almost a quarter-century but the document doesn’t establish a new statewide population goal, a number that has become a flashpoint in the fight over hunting quotas. The Department of Natural Resources adopted a wolf management plan in 1999 that calls for capping the…

Wisconsin Gov. Evers Defeats Foe He Called Democracy Threat

November 9, 2022

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Gov. Tony Evers defeated Republican Tim Michels to keep battleground Wisconsin under a Democratic governor heading into the 2024 presidential election, declaring in his victory speech Wednesday that his win showed that voters wanted to protect democracy. Evers had argued that democracy was on the ballot with Michels, who was endorsed by Donald Trump and who cast doubt…

Wisconsin’s Johnson Beats Barnes; Key Senate Seat Stays GOP

November 9, 2022

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Republican U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson defeated Democrat Mandela Barnes in the midterm elections, keeping a seat in GOP hands while turning back Barnes’ attempt to make history as Wisconsin’s first Black senator. The win for Johnson, one of former President Donald Trump’s biggest backers, came after Trump narrowly lost the state to President Joe Biden two years ago….

2022 Wisconsin Election Results

November 9, 2022

KQDS Staff,

WISCONSIN — Here are the results of key races in Wisconsin. Wisconsin Governor: Democratic Tony Evers/Sara Rodriguez- 1,348,563 (51%) Republican Tim Michels/Roger Roth- 1,263,768 (48%) Independent Joan Beglinger/no Lt. Gov- 23,354 (1%) Secretary of State: Incumbent Democrat Doug La Follette- 1,256,268 (48%) Republican Amy Lynn Loudenbeck- 1,254,908 (48%) Libertarian Party Neil Harmon- 54,069 (2%) Green Party Sharyl McFarland- 54,069…

Midterm Voter Turnout In Duluth And Superior

November 8, 2022

Alexandra Burnley,

DULUTH, Minn./SUPERIOR, Wis. — Tuesday is a big night across the nation with the midterm election that could see a historic turnout. Fox 21 took a look at some of the polling places in Duluth and Superior. Both cities saw a steady stream of people coming in throughout the day to cast their ballots. We talked to the Chief election…

Where To Find Your Polling Location And Sample Ballot

November 7, 2022

Alexandra Burnley,

MINNESOTA/WISCONSIN — Midterm election day is on Tuesday, and there are plenty of key races happening in Minnesota and Wisconsin with close margins. If you haven’t voted yet, your last chance is between 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday. Some of the big contests on the ballot this year include the Minnesota and Wisconsin governor and attorney general races,…

Wisconsin Candidates Make Final Push Ahead Of Election Day

November 7, 2022

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers and U.S. Senate candidate Mandela Barnes planned to rally Monday with union members as part of a final push to get out Democratic voters, while Republican gubernatorial candidate Tim Michels and U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson continued to blanket the state on the last day of campaigning before Election Day. Polls show both races to be about even. Each…

Congressman Tom Tiffany, Other Candidates Join In Press Conference For Natural Gas Plant

November 4, 2022

Steve Goodspeed,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — A proposed natural gas plant in Superior is on hold, and Friday there was a push to make it happen. Republican Congressman Tom Tiffany said the Nemadji Trail Energy Center should be allowed to move forward. The plan is for a $700 million natural gas plant along the Nemadji River in Superior. It would generate 625 megawatts…

Wisconsin Governor Evers in Superior for Doing the Right Thing Bus Tour

November 4, 2022

Rusty Mehlberg,

Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers campaigns at UW-Superior on November 4, 2022. Image courtesy of Tony for WisconsinSUPERIOR, Wis. – Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers spent Friday traveling the Northland as part of his “Doing the Right Thing” bus tour as he seeks re-election next week. He rallies with supporters at UW-Superior and encouraged them to get out the vote. Evers faces a…

UWS Lake Superior Research Institute Floating Classroom Expected For 2024

November 4, 2022

Sophie Varner,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — A classroom on water? Students at University of Wisconsin-Superior can expect to take their research on the lake by the spring of 2024. Those that are enrolled in UWS’ Lake Superior Research Institute will have the opportunity to study right on the waves. A 65-foot aluminum catamaran boat is being adapted to become “Superior’s Floating Classroom.” The…

Local Artist Launches Debut Through Art Exhibition At UWS Kruk Gallery

November 3, 2022

Bret Holland,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — A Twin Ports based artist is launching her debut gallery exhibition at UWS this Friday. Emily Koch is a UWS graduate who has been making a name for herself in the Twin Ports in recent years. As paintings were being hung for her upcoming show at the Kruk Gallery in the Holden Fine Arts Center, we asked…

Wisconsin Governor’s Race Shatters Spending Record

November 3, 2022

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin’s hotly contested race for governor is the most expensive in state history. Spending as of last week by Gov. Tony Evers, Republican challenger Tim Michels and special interest groups on both sides neared $115 million, the Wisconsin Democracy Campaign said Thursday. The group tracks campaign spending. That tops the previous record of $93 million, set in 2018,…

Post Office In Superior Recommends Bringing Absentee Ballots In Person

Due to unexpected staffing issues and mailing delays.

November 2, 2022

KQDS Staff,

SUPERIOR, Wis. — If you submit your absentee ballot by mail in Superior, it may not arrive on time for Election Day on November 8. In a press release sent by the Mayor Jim Paine’s office, it says the Post Office is experiencing staffing issues and mail has been taking longer than normal. The Superior City Clerk’s office is recommending…

Gordon Post Office In Wisconsin To Remain Open After Original Plans To Close

October 31, 2022

Maria Vollom,

GORDON, Wis. — It’s official, the Gordon Post Office in Wisconsin will remain open despite its original plans to close November 9 due to an expiring lease. Community members and beyond have spent the past few weeks rallying to keep the post office alive. Some saying the closure would hurt those who already travel to Gordon for their mail, if…

Hennepin County Man Killed, 5 Others Injured In Wisconsin Crash

October 30, 2022

Site Staff,

ST. CROIX, Wis. (FOX 9) – A 54-year-old man from Hennepin County died Sunday morning following a crash in Wisconsin with a suspected drunk driver who traveled the wrong way on I-94, according to the state’s department of transportation. The incident occurred around 12:30 a.m. in the westbound lanes of I-94 near mile marker 4 in St. Croix. The Wisconsin State Patrol…

Salvation Army Thrift Store in Superior Hoping to Avoid Closure

With donations rolling in by the truckload, and only three employees, the store needs more volunteers to help put things on the shelf.

October 28, 2022

Sophie Varner,

SUPERIOR, Wisc.–A thrift store in Superior, Wisconsin may have to close it’s doors for good, simply due to a need for more customers and volunteers. The Salvation Army Thrift Store is located on Belknap St. in the heart of Superior. Staff tell us they have a consistent clientele of older adults that come in, but they’re really aiming to target…

Wisconsin Appeals Court Won’t Block Ballot Spoiling Ban

October 28, 2022

The Associated Press,

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A Wisconsin appeals court is refusing to block a lower court’s ruling banning the practice known as ballot spoiling, which allows voters who already submitted an absentee ballot to void it and vote again. The 2nd District Court of Appeals decided Thursday against hearing an appeal of a Waukesha County circuit court judge’s ruling this month in favor of a…

Speed May Have Been A Factor In Wis. Sen. Bewley Crash

Information taken from the Ashland Daily Press.

October 27, 2022

Maria Vollom,

Photo by Wisconsin State Patrol, via Ashland Daily Press ASHLAND, Wis. — Speed may have been a factor in the fatal car crash involving Wisconsin State Senator Janet Bewley that killed a mother and her daughter back in July. According to the Ashland Daily Press that pulled from police records, Alyssa Ortman was traveling at 100 mph, in a speed-limit…

Gordon Community Rallies To Keep Local Post Office Alive

October 27, 2022

Site Staff,

GORDON, Wis. — The Gordon community in Wisconsin continues to rally for its local post office. With the hopes of putting a halt to its intended closure which is due to its lease expiring in 10 days. On October 20, a rally was held by residents pushing to keep the post office open. Some people travel to Gordon for their…

Wisconsin DHS Urges Homeowners To Remove Lead Paint And Pipes

October 26, 2022

Alexandra Burnley,

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services wants homeowners to check their houses for lead sources that could make kids sick. It’s Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, and the DHS says it’s important to go over what could be in your house that has the chemical. They say homes build before 1978 can have lead paint in them, which creates dust…

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Globe News has been a collector's dream on the corner of Belknap Street and Tower Avenue for 40 years.

Many fire crews responded to the fire, working at it for almost 3 hours.

Spartan Manufacturing is a student-led curriculum focused on learning hands-on skills at Superior High School

Mail carrier killed while delivering mail in Milwaukee

Larson's team will spend the next year-and-a-half analyzing the pine remnants and putting together the stories of the past from this wooden perspective

If you are coming from Superior, you are good to go.

Due to unexpected staffing issues and mailing delays.

With donations rolling in by the truckload, and only three employees, the store needs more volunteers to help put things on the shelf.

Information taken from the Ashland Daily Press.

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