2 weeks ago The Northland is getting ready to experience one of those hot stretches of weather that happen once or twice a summer. Living in northern Minnesota and Wisconsin it seems that we're better prepared to handle extremely cold temperatures with good humor; When the thermometer stretches to its upper reaches, we don't seem to know what to do to stay cool.
2 weeks ago Congratulations to Rhonda Grussendorf Tomlin for another great presentation of the Miss Hermantown Pageant. The night started at Hermantown High School with the singing of the National Anthem by Cally Stanich and then Rhonda introduced the girls.
2 weeks ago Wondering how the project is progressing at the 28th and Tower location of Kwik Trip in Superior? As of July 18 it appears that most of the rough excavating work is done, the canopy is in place, the building is up - sided - and roofed. It should also be noted that the main sign is in place - with a space for E-85.
2 weeks ago A northland volunteer has been recognized for her exceptional and tireless dedication to helping those in need following natural disasters. The American Red Cross Northern Minnesota Region has named Diane Dunder, from Superior, WI, the 2014 Distinguished Volunteer Leader of the Year.
2 weeks ago Now that Duluth has a Chipotle - and the opening day-line has diminished - it's a good time to review ordering ettiquete. In some ways, these tips are transferrable to just about any restaurant - especially fast food places.
2 weeks ago Lunch with the History People takes an interesting turn this week. The guest speaker Tony Dierckins is a local author, who has many books to his name. He only writes about the history of the area
2 weeks ago A road resurfacing project is expected to close a highway near Meadowlands for three weeks starting Monday, July 14.
Guy Fieri and his Food Network show "Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives" aren't strangers to the Twin Ports region. The food show host made another appearance in the Twin Ports today, filming at two different businesses for an upcoming show.
3 weeks ago The Duluth location of Applebee's is one of of the locations that is tied to an outbreak of E. coli in Minnesota; Thirteen cases have been reported so far with seven of the patients having Applebee's as their common link. Five Applebee's locations have been mentioned in the investigation: Blaine, Duluth, Monticello, Roseville, and Woodbury.
3 weeks ago Next week is the big event!
The finishing touches on the Tower Avenue Project in Superior happened this spring, and now officials with the Superior Business Improvement District are ready to celebrate! Join them for a Tower Avenue Grand Reopening event on Friday and Saturday, July 25 and July 26.
3 weeks ago A little TLC and proper maintenance can make any piece of equipment last longer. That bit of wisdom is especially true when it comes to larger, big-ticket items like cars and trucks, tractors, and seasonal "toys". And while you probably change the oil in your auto on a regular basis - when's the last time you gave your snowmobile some routine maintenance?
3 weeks ago Car seats are the most-important tool we have to keep our children safe in a moving vehicle - but only if they're used and installed properly. Learn how and test your set-up at free check happening Thursday, July 17 in Superior.