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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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St. Louis County voters reject both school referendum questions

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Minn. (Northern News Now) - The district says it is reviewing potential cuts after voters rejected measures that would have supported operations, transportation and technology. Voters rejected both St. Louis County school district referendum questions Tuesday, while school referendums in Ely and Duluth passed. Referendum questions rejected.

St Louis County, MN · 2d
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Incumbents lose in Hermantown, St. Louis County races amid data center turmoil

HERMANTOWN — Challengers defeated incumbents in local races in St. Louis County amid ongoing tensions surrounding a proposed Google data center in Hermantown. Emma Richtman and Candi Mock, two Hermantown City Council candidates who have been critical of the Council's handling of the data center, defeated incumbent Andy Hjelle.

Hermantown, MN · 2d
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Lake County considers shaded fuel break on Fernberg

Lake County officials gathered last week with partners across various federal, state, local and private agencies to discuss coordination efforts for the potential implementation of a shaded firebreak along the Fernberg corridor. This comes as the county highway department kicks off vegetation management operations along the road, which began on...

Lake County, MN · 8h
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New photos show extent of damage to Two Harbors Lighthouse gift shop

TWO HARBORS, Minn. (Northern News Now) - We’re getting a first look at the damage caused by fire Monday at the Two Harbors Lighthouse B&B gift shop. As we first reported Monday evening, flames broke out in the building, causing significant damage, as seen in these new photos shared by the Lake County Historical Society.

Two Harbors, MN · 1d

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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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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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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 · 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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Shenett promoted to police chief on 3-2 vote

At a special council meeting on Monday morning, the Babbitt city council voted 3-2 to promoted Jon Shenett to police chief. Joe White, Jim Lassi and John Fitzpatrick voted in favor, Duane Lossing and Andrea Zupancich voted no. The council had two applicants internally, Shenett and acting chief Todd Heikkila.

Babbitt, MN · 1d

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Mountain Iron Council approves electrical upgrade

MOUNTAIN IRON—If all goes according to plan, some overhead power lines and an accompanying power pole will soon be disappearing along Highway 169. The Mountain Iron City Council this week accepted a quote from Lake States Power for $18,000 to move power overhead power lines in the vicinity of L & M and the Fairview Clinic. The project involves putting a four-inch duct underneath the highway, and the permits are already complete, according to Public Works Director Tim Satrang. The overhead lines are a double-build system that has exceeded its life expectancy, and there’s also a power pole that is being removed as part of the project, according to Satrang. Satrang noted this project is reminiscent to another project, which was unsuccessful due to a number of boulders in the vicinity. He noted the current project is where there is more favorable soil conditions. There was no support for an amendment by Councilor Ed Roskoski for the council to direct the administrator to apply for a grant from IRRRB to help pay for the project. In other matters, the council: • Approved a proposal from $10,000 from MSA to assist in identifying and seeking funding in different areas related to

Mountain Iron, MN · 1d

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Frazier wins tight race for mayor of Chisholm

CHISHOLM— Joy Frazier outdistanced Travis Vake by just 46 votes Tuesday to be elected to a four-year term as mayor of Chisholm. In the race for Chisholm City Council (Elect 2), Shawn Lappi was the top vote-getter, followed by incumbent Jedediah Holewa, an incumbent in his first term, just seven votes ahead of Rikki Olson, who came in third, according to unofficial results posted on the Minnesota Secretary of State website on Tuesday Night. Frazier, a newcomer garnered 947 votes, 50.61%; Travis Vake, a Chisholm City Councilor came in a close second with 901 votes, 48.16%. There were 23 write-ins, 1.23%. On Wednesday, Frazier shared her thoughts on the election results. “It was definitely a wonderful night for the country,” Frazier said. “I’m very pleased and honored.” Frazier, when asked about the margins in the mayoral race, acknowledged it was a close one. “It’s Ok,” Frazier said. “We’re going to work together.” Lappi, a newcomer tallied 1,196 votes, 40.69%; Holewa, 861 votes, 29.30%. Olsen received 854 votes, 29.06%, according to unofficial election results from the Minnesota Secretary of State website. Lappi, on Wednesday, provided the following statement about his victory. “I didn’t run for council to bring all the answers.

Chisholm, MN · 2d

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Duluth selected to host statewide veterans' day celebration

DULUTH, Minn (KQDS-TV) - In celebration of veteran's day Duluth will be hosting the Official State Veterans Day Celebration on November 11. This event will be at the Duluth National Guard Training and Community Center. A community breakfast will be provided at 8:30 a.m. the program will begin at 10:00...

Duluth, MN · 1d

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Minnesota deer season opens Saturday as DNR introduces new license and testing plans

DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) - Minnesota’s deer hunting opener is Saturday, with the state’s firearms season running through Nov. 29. Experts say deer numbers are rebounding in northeastern Minnesota. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources said several harsh winters years ago took a toll on the population, but recent mild winters with less snow are helping, particularly around Duluth and in parts of Itasca County.

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Chisholm voters return Holewa to council as employment policy awaits decision

CHISHOLM — Chisholm voters re-elected Jed Holewa to the city council on Tuesday as officials prepare to revisit a proposed employment policy that could force him to choose between serving in elected office and working for the city’s ambulance service. The proposal, which would restrict city employees from...

Chisholm, MN · 2d

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Westlund, Kannas, McLinn-Belehar win school board seats

Incumbent Jennifer Westlund will return to the Ely School Board after landing a solid lead with 1,581 votes among a pool of six candidates. She will be joined by John Kannas, who pulled into second with 1,147 votes and Bailey McLinn-Belehar, who scored the final open seat with 1,078 votes after a tight contest with Steve Hornstein.

Ely, MN · 8h

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Minnesota 'Jingle bars' bringing holiday spirit to Twin Cities and beyond

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - The Holiday pop-up bar season is filling Minnesota with holiday cheer, giving patrons plenty of options to celebrate across the state. Jingle Bar at Aster House: Expect Floor-to-ceiling tinsel, twinkling lights, and holiday beats as guests sip festive cocktails during ugly sweater contests and interactive holiday party games led by "Christmas miracle makers." Visit Jingle Bar at Aster House.

Minnesota · 17h

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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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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 · 3d

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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