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Spring steelhead run continues on many upper North Shore rivers
In the last month, anglers have ventured to many of the North Shore rivers to try their luck catching a Lake Superior steelhead during the spring steelhead run. With the early arrival of warm spring temperatures and precipitation, conditions aligned at the beginning of April for the official start to the North Shore spring steelhead run.
Duluth’s Vista Fleet Cruising On For 65th Year
DULUTH, Minn. — There was beautiful weather Friday morning in Duluth as an annual tradition took place. The Vista Fleet’s first tour departed marking the 65th year of operations. The cruising season includes a range of experiences for locals and tourists from sightseeing, dining cruises, or any special event you need to rent a boat.
Here’s how Superior, Douglas County will use state funding bump in 2024
SUPERIOR — A raise is always nice. The city of Superior and Douglas County both aim to use the bump to improve their communities, in ways both seen and not. The city and county, like every local government in the state, got a big increase this year in a type of funding from the state called shared revenue. Superior received a boost of more than $1.7 million, an increase of 23%, to bring its 2024 shared revenue total to nearly $9.3 million.
Viking Softball punches ticket with NSIC Championship
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – A fifth-inning two RBI home run followed up by a walk-off three-run bomb from Kennedy Buckman secured the NSIC Championship for Augustana in its 9-0 win over Minnesota Duluth Saturday afternoon. The Vikings secured their spot in the NCAA Tournament and will await its opponent in Monday’s selection show. Grace Glanzer pitched a three-hitter […]
Crazy winter may make fish picky about bait for Wisconsin opener on Saturday
SUPERIOR, Wisc. (Northern News Now) - Overfishing caused New York to become the first state to require fishing licenses in 1864. Wisconsin followed suit in 1900. So, this Saturday will be the state’s 124th opener. Northwest Outlet in Superior has been there for the past 70 opening days. Their...
Tom’s Taste Of Chicago Brick-And-Mortar Now Open
DULUTH, Minn. — A food truck highlighting Chicago cuisine has now opened their brick-and-mortar building. Tom’s Taste of Chicago is in the former VIP Pizza building in West Duluth. The new spot is known for its Italian beef and Chicago dogs. And with the new building they are also offering thin crust style pizza.
Prep Lacrosse: Duluth Wolfpack girls score 19 in win over Eastview/Eagan, Superior & Duluth boys lose at home
DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) - The Northland was chock-full of Lacrosse games as the Duluth East High School boys and girls hosted teams from southern Minnesota. The Superior boys were also at home as they faced regional foe Grand Rapids. High School Girls Scores:. Duluth Wolfpack 19, Eastview/Eagan 11,...
UMD students and families pack AMSOIL Arena for 2024 commencement
DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) - The University of Minnesota Duluth held its graduation commencement at AMSOIL Arena in Duluth on Saturday. There were two ceremonies, one at 10:00 a.m. and another beginning at 3:00 p.m. The ceremony included students who had earned their bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degrees....
Superior Culver’s wins national bacon contest
SUPERIOR, Wis. (Northern News Now) - The Superior Culver’s has officially brought home the bacon. The Superior location of the popular restaurant chain was up against more than 900 other culvers for a cash prize in a months-long contest. All they had to do was sell the most bacon.
From Minnesota to Maine: UMD graduate to embark on journey of a lifetime
DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) - The University of Minnesota Duluth held its annual spring commencement on Saturday, and one Duluth grad is already getting ready for the journey of a lifetime. Britta Swanson, along with her cousin Karina Schindler, are making a three-week-long voyage beginning in Duluth on Monday...
Hermantown’s River Freeman signs with Minnesota Wilderness
DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) - The Minnesota Wilderness of the North American Hockey League announced they have offered a tender to Hermantown Hawks High School senior River Freeman. In 62 games with the Hawks, Freeman scored 35 goals and 41 assists for a total of 76 points. The senior...
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