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Midwest-Based Vertical Endeavors Changes Hands
Last week, the Midwest climbing gym chain Vertical Endeavors—which operates six gyms across Minnesota and Illinois—announced it had been acquired on Friday, September 4. Previously owned by Nate and Pam Postma, who founded the business 34 years ago, Vertical Endeavors is now owned by Adam Arling and Brent Sugay.
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Cedar and Stone to lay off 14 workers at Superior facility
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Marketing resource fair in Superior fair networks ahead of Blatnik Bridge closure
SUPERIOR, Wis. (KQDS-TV)- Small businesses in Superior had a chance to connect with marketing experts and prepare for the upcoming Blatnik Bridge closure. On Monday, A marketing resource fair was held in Superior to connect businesses with marketing and graphic design experts in the area. The goal with the fair...
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Harvest Festival celebrates farmers at Bayfront for 32nd year
DULUTH, Minn. (KQDS-TV) – Hundreds of people flocked down to Bayfront Festival Park this weekend for a chance to take home some locally grown goods. Saturday marked the 32nd annual Harvest Fest in Duluth. The free, family-oriented event celebrates the harvest from local farmers in the Twin Ports and surrounding areas. This year, about 140 vendors set up shop around Bayfront, ranging from local farmers, food trucks, artisans, and clean energy companies.
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Townline Farms to host 2nd annual Fall Festival in Cloquet
Townline Farms is hosting its second annual Fall Festival in Cloquet on Saturday, September 12. This year all proceeds from the festival will be donated to the organization "Stop the Hermantown Data Center," as the farm resides near the site.
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Pumpkins ready for picking at Farmer Doug's in Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. (KQDS-TV) -- Summer days are turning to fall, marking the start of the pumpkin-picking season. It's "Pick Your Own Pumpkin" season at Farmer Doug's in Duluth. This year there are 1,000 pumpkins. People can show up and walk through the patch to pick out that perfect pumpkin. There will be toys for kids and hand-pressed apple cider. Farmer Doug says it's an opportunity for kids to learn where food comes from.
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Howie: Reinert proposes restrained 2027 levy in major break for Duluth taxpayers
Howie's daily column is sponsored by Lyric Kitchen Bar. Duluth property taxpayers are getting some genuinely good news. Mayor Roger Reinert will recommend a 2027 maximum property tax levy tonight that would hold the city’s increase to 2.65%, below the rate of inflation and slightly below last year’s proposal, while keeping Duluth’s levy growth among the lowest of Minnesota’s largest communities and St. Louis County.
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Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce responds to losing members over support of data center (St Louis County)
The Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce is responding to backlash – and the loss of multiple business memberships – after they announced their support of the proposed data center in Hermantown. In a letter sent to members of the Chamber, they reiterated their reasoning behind their support. They...
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Duluth Chamber responds to backlash over Hermantown data center
The Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce is responding to backlash after supporting a proposed Hermantown data center. Three businesses ended their memberships, while the Chamber says its decision reflects board priorities and welcomes feedback from members who disagree with its position. Interim President Jim Roche says the Chamber represents businesses with a wide range of perspectives across the community.
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Loban Dentist leaves Duluth Chamber of Commerce after supporting data center
Another Duluth business ended its membership with the Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce after the chamber spoke out in support of a proposed data center in Hermantown. Loban Dental, located along Central Entrance, announced they are no longer with the Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce. Dr. Loban said his decision felt natural to him, as he believes it’s not neighborly for the local government or agencies representing others to not listen to their constituents.
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Townline Farms brings autumn fun with 2nd Annual Fall Farm Fest
This weekend, families can dive into the vibrance of autumn at the 2nd annual Fall Farm Fest at Townline Farms and Stables. Close to 60 vendors will showcase homemade soaps, rich maple syrup and unique tallow treasures. Townline Farms owner, Jill Dryke, says this event is all about celebrating the...
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Loban Dentist leaves Duluth Chamber of Commerce over data center support
DULUTH, Minn. (KQDS-TV) – Another Duluth business ended its membership with the Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce after the chamber spoke out in support of a proposed data center in Hermantown. Loban Dental, located along Central Entrance, announced they are no longer with the Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce....
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Duluth Chamber addresses dissent over Data Center amid cancelled memberships
DULUTH, Minn. (KQDS-TV) -- The Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce is responding to backlash - and the loss of multiple business memberships - after they announced their support of the proposed data center in Hermantown. In a letter sent to members of the Chamber, they reiterated their reasoning behind their...