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Wakefield intersection to close for road work preparations

WAKEFIELD, Mich. (WLUC) - Crews will be working on an intersection of US-2 in Wakefield next Thursday to prepare for a bigger project down the line. Workers from the city of Wakefield and the Michigan Department of Transportation will be removing overhead beacons at the intersection of US-2 and Putnam Street on Nov. 12, according to a press release from MDOT Thursday afternoon.

Wakefield, MI · 1d

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Planned power outage to impact traffic lights in Ironwood Tuesday

IRONWOOD, Mich. (WLUC) - Drivers going through Ironwood on Tuesday next week may experience a planned power outage at one intersection. The outage will affect traffic signals at the intersection of Douglas Boulevard and US-2 in Ironwood, according to a press release from the Michigan Department of Transportation. The outage...

Ironwood, MI · 15h

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Voices: Wisconsin’s Line 5 spill is a warning to Michigan

A 1.3-million-gallon spill of natural gas liquids in Wisconsin illustrates the risks Line 5 poses to the Straits of Mackinac, says the Groundwork Center's Zoe Zeerip.

Michigan · 3d

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Grants to improve internet access awarded in Price, Vilas and Iron Counties

Projects in Price, Vilas and Iron Counties are among those approved statewide for funding to improve high speed internet service. The Governor’s office and the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin said nearly $58-million-dollars will help expand access to high-speed internet in unserved communities. “Access to high-speed internet is a...

Vilas County, WI · 18h

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10 Famous People Born in Duluth, Minnesota

Duluth’s famous exports extend well beyond its busy Lake Superior harbor. The Minnesota city is the birthplace of influential musicians, television personalities, and voices heard by millions. Some grew up locally, while others moved away as children. This countdown ranks 10 famous people born in Duluth by public recognition, career reach, and lasting influence.

Duluth, MN · 6d

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Prep Work Continues For Bridge Replacement Project

SUPERIOR, WI/DULUTH, MN (KDAL) – Drivers may encounter some lane and ramp closures this week as prep work continues in advance of the Blatnik Bridge replacement project. Lane configuration and traffic signal work will be done on Belknap Street in Superior and entrance and exit lanes are being reconfigured where Highway 2 connects with I-35 and 46th Avenue West in Duluth.

Superior, WI · 2d

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Superior YMCA to give away food bags

The giveaway starts at 9 a.m. Friday in the Superior YMCA's parking lot. Bags will be available through a drive-up system on a first-come, first-served basis until they run out.

Superior, WI · 1d

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Part of iconic plane flown by Richard Bong returns to Wisconsin museum

In 2002, thanks to a major fundraising effort by Marge, the Bong Museum opened its doors. And recently they received a long-lost artifact.

Superior, WI · 2d

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Few Minnesotans Know a Restored 1920s Movie Palace Still Shows Films in Downtown Duluth

Warmed cashews and a steep Art Deco balcony are not what most people expect from a downtown block in northern Minnesota. Yet that pairing exists inside a restored historic theater that plenty of folks simply drive past. I like how the place mixes eras. Classic movies have shared the calendar...

Duluth, MN · 3d

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UPDATE: Power restored to 3,000 Duluth residents

DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) - A power outage in Duluth is leaving around 3,200 residents in the dark. According to Minnesota Power, the outage is in a large part of Duluth, including the Lakeside, Lester, Kenwood, Woodland neighborhoods, among others. No word yet on what caused the outage. Minnesota...

Duluth, MN · 1d

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Fond du Lac Band breaks ground on new community services building in Cloquet

The Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa started construction on a new community services building in Cloquet.

Cloquet, MN · 1d

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Schweiger flips MN House seat in state House District 3B election

DULUTH — DFLer Aaron Schweiger beat Republican Rep. Natalie Zeleznikar in the race for state House District 3B. Schweiger is a fifth-generation Northlander from Hermantown. He is the managing director of Zenith Asset Management, LLC. Zeleznikar lives in Fredenberg Township and served as assistant party leader in the House....

Duluth, MN · 3d

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Minnesota researchers tackle non-emergency medical transportation

As more rural hospitals close and access to healthcare clinics and physicians gets harder for rural residents, researchers in Duluth, Minnesota, are looking at the impact transportation has on rural healthcare. At the University of Minnesota Duluth, researchers and faculty members are working with the Arrowhead Regional Development Commission to...

Duluth, MN · 22h

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Area Election Results From Tuesday

UNDATED (KDAL) – Democrats retained the governorship of both Minnesota and Wisconsin in voting on Tuesday. Amy Klobuchar topped Republican candidate Lisa Demuth in Minnesota and David Crowley beat Tom Tiffany in Wisconsin. In the race for U-S Senate in Minnesota, current Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan outpolled Michele Tafoya.

Wisconsin · 2d

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Vicky Wanta appointed to St. Louis County judge’s bench

DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) - Gov. Tim Walz has appointed longtime St. Louis County prosecutor Vicky Wanta to the judge’s bench. Wanta will fill the seat being vacated by retiring Judge Leslie Beiers. She will be chambered in Duluth. Wanta has worked in the St. Louis County Attorney’s...

Duluth, MN · 1d

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DFL’s Zack Filipovich elected Minnesota State Auditor

DFL’s Zack Filipovich Elected Minnesota State Auditor

Minnesota · 3d

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Data center backlash ousts incumbents in some Minnesota towns

ListenData center backlash ousts incumbents in some Minnesota towns. Fervent opposition to large-scale data centers proved to be a motivating political factor in high-profile races from Ohio to Texas in this year’s election. The hot-button issue also played a major role in some local races across Minnesota. In Pine...

Minnesota · 2d

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Rural Minnesota voters have their say on data centers

Opposition to data centers shaped some of Minnesota's local races in this week's midterm elections, especially in rural areas. Across the country, ballot measures seeking more restrictions were largely successful. Municipal candidates who ran on anti-data-center platforms won in communities like Hermantown , just outside Duluth, where controversial action fueled resident outcry. Nationwide, voters passed 43 of 44 ballot questions calling for bans, moratoriums and other controls. Ali Mortell, director of research for the political polling firm Blue Rose Research, has been monitoring voter sentiment about this issue and is not surprised. "We've been saying for months now that data centers are deeply unpopular. Data centers are about as popular as living next to a landfill," Mortell observed. The viewpoint appeared in survey questions from Mortell's firm. A February poll issued by Blue Rose Research found two-thirds of respondents were familiar with data centers. Mortell pointed out that awareness helps candidates hone in on residents' raw feelings about nearby projects, including potential effects on natural resources and energy bills. Data center developers and local leaders supportive of the projects consistently tout the job and revenue potential for beleaguered rural economies but Mortell stressed because it is not abstract issue for

Minnesota · 2d

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Historic midterm leaves UMD political professor shocked at results

DULUTH, Minn. (KQDS-TV) -- Across the nation on Election Day, Democrats flipped several traditionally Republican states. UMD Political Science Associate Professor Cindy Rugeley said voters made big waves this midterm. "I have never seen an election like this. I think it's going to be historic," said Dr. Rugeley. Between both...

Duluth, MN · 2d

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Duluth, Ely school referendums pass as districts seek legislative help

ELY, Minn. (Northern News Now) - Voters in Duluth and Ely passed school operating referendums Tuesday, bringing additional funding to both districts. However, district leaders said they still need help from the Legislature to balance their budgets. Duluth Public Schools and Ely Public Schools celebrated the results, but the work...

Duluth, MN · 1d