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Northern Minnesota district tests out 4-day school week starting this fall
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Person dead in Duluth apartment fire
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Northern Minnesota district tests out 4-day school week starting this fall
CARLTON, Minn. — Students in a northern Minnesota school district will have Fridays off this fall. Carlton, near Duluth, is moving to a four-day school week."What can we do in Carlton to be so big, so different, so unique, so innovative. That Carlton School District would be a school of choice," said Superintendent Donita Stepan.If it sounds like Stepan is making a sales pitch, she is. She's trying to sell people on the district's new four-day school week."We had about 79% of the families that filled out the survey were in support of a four-day week. We had about 99% of...
Fire destroys Superior business’ building
SUPERIOR, Wis. -- A fire destroyed a Superior business’ building late Thursday night. According to the Superior Fire Department, firefighters responded to J & B Trucking LLC on the 5400 block of Oakes Avenue around 11:25 p.m. Flames were coming from the building when crews arrived. The fire caused...
Water walkers plan ceremony along entire St. Croix River
Indigenous women organize effort to carry water the length of the river in prayer. Water and women are givers of life. That’s why an Ojibwe woman from Minnesota named Sharon Day has carried water for countless miles over the past ten years, as part of ceremonies called Nibi Walks. This fall, she and other women will walk the length of the St. Croix River, carrying a copper pail of water collected at the river’s source to its mouth at the Mississippi, using roads and trails as close to the river’s path as possible.
Wisconsin man drowns in SCUBA diving accident near Isle Royale
A Wisconsin man drowned yesterday while SCUBA diving in Lake Superior near Isle Royale. A caller from Isle Royale National Park notified Keweenaw County Sheriff’s Office of the incident shortly before 2 p.m. yesterday. John Nouisaine, 70, of Superior, Wisconsin was exploring the stern section of the Emperor shipwreck...
Testing friction of road material made with taconite tailings with technology called SCRIM
A bright orange truck made a few passes along Munger Shaw Road on Friday. It’s called SCRIM, and it’s a road survey machine that tests friction of pavement and surfaces. SCRIM stands for Sideway force Coefficient Routine Investigation Machine. From the company WDM USA, the technology was developed...
Community Members Learn About Blue Heron Research Vessel in Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. — Community members stepped on deck to learn all about the Blue Heron research vessel in the Duluth. UMD’s Large Lakes Observatory hosts the Science on Deck event in the Duluth Harbor near Pier B Resort. There are three days of tours offered this summer. Scientists...
First Alert: Warm spell may last an entire week
WEATHER STORY: As the Maritime Tropical air mass of the Gulf of Mexico migrates into our region, a southerly wind will set up and those two factors will turn up the heat this week. We will be warmer than normal for at least seven days. Most of the days will be sunny which helps keep temps up but that heat will also create lift through convection. So, thunderstorms will be possible, too, especially Sunday, Monday and next Thursday. Right now, they look like they should stay sub-severe.
Back Tracks: Three Music Questions with Mother Banjo
Ellen Stanley, known on stage as Mother Banjo, has a long musical history with memories of choir, coffee houses, and summer camp. Mother Banjo will share the stage with Breanne Marie on Wednesday, July 31st at the Cedar Lounge in Superior. Music and more info can be found on Mother Banjo's website.
Duluth City Council Meeting to Start Early on Monday, July 29th
DULUTH, Minn. — The Duluth City Council announces an earlier start for next weeks City Council Meeting. The meeting on Monday, July 29th will start at 5:15 p.m. rather than 7:00 p.m. The early start will provide extended time for public comment and policy decisions. With recent City Council...
Downtown Duluth offers support for proposed safety ordinances
DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) - Downtown Duluth leaders are throwing their support behind the recently proposed updated safety ordinances. The 10 ordinances cover a wide array of topics, the most contested of which critics say would criminalize camping on Duluth city property. In a letter to councilors, Downtown Duluth’s...
Summer of Service Clean-Up Event in Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. — On Thursday people from radio station Life 97.9 paired up with Twin Ports Trailer Trash to get Duluth a little cleaner. Through the radio, they encouraged listeners to get outside and help keep the community clean. Volunteers hit the park point beach to pick up trash along the shoreline. They say, they had their work cut out for them.
ONE DEAD AFTER APARTMENT FIRE IN DULUTH
(Duluth, MN) — One person has died after an apartment fire in Duluth. First responders were called to the 600 block of 47th Avenue early yesterday morning after the fire was reported. Firefighters were able to contain the fire to the apartment where it started and found someone dead inside that unit. No other injuries were reported and no other residents were displaced. The cause of the fire and the cause of death are under investigation.
DULUTH WOMAN ACCUSED OF STEALING $1K WORTH OF GAS
(Duluth, MN) — A Duluth woman is accused of stealing $1,000 worth of gasoline in Cass County gas stations and not paying for it. Sapphire Torres was arrested Monday and has been charged with one felony count of theft. Authorities say the defendant stole more than $1,000 of gas using a flatbed truck from at least three gas stations over six months. Cass County Sheriff Bryan Welk is encouraging gas stations in northern Minnesota and northern Wisconsin to report similar incidents as there have been additional fuel thefts in the region – including a June 4th theft of $529 at a Remer gas station. The investigation began Monday evening when Swanson’s Bait & Tackle in Hackensack reported a fuel theft of $260 around 8:20 p.m. Previously that night, the corner store in Backus reported a $300 drive-off.
Heat and humidity return this weekend
From the National Weather Service • Duluth • July 26, 2024. Heat and humidity return this weekend. Continued warm Sunday, then a little cooler Monday. Heat returns Tuesday through most of next week. Heat index values ikn the 90s to near 100 °F are forecast Saturday. Dewpoints will reach the middle 60s to low 70s °F. To beat the heat follow these tips. Drink plenty of water, even if you're not thirsty. Take frequent rest breaks in the shade or air conditioning. Avoid strenuous activity during the hottest parts of the day. Never leave children or pets unattended in vehicles. Wear light-colored loose clothing.
Outstanding $2.3 Million Pike Lake Property Now Available In Duluth
They say if you're going to dream, dream big! That should be true with all things in life, especially when it comes to living on a lake in the Northland. Someone will have their dream come true if they can make this new listing on Pike Lake in Duluth their new home.
City leaders aim to expand shelter space ahead of proposed encampment ordinance
DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) - So much has been made of the proposed ordinance that would criminalize homeless encampments on Duluth city property. At Thursday night’s city council agenda session, leaders focused on some solutions to make sure that if the ordinance passes, there are plenty of places for the unhoused to go.
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