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Duluth Mayor Don Ness Puts State Of The City Online, See It Now [VIDEO]

Chris Allen — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 05:37:25 +0000

Mayor Don Ness did something for the first time. Not only did he put the state of the city online but it’s up for everyone to see. In this look at the State of the City, Don posts pictures, movies, and invites you to see everything he plans. Mayor invites you to see the details [...]

City Of Duluth Hires New Human Resouces Manager, Audra Flanagan

Chris Allen — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 20:11:35 +0000

Audra Flanagan has been selected to serve as the City of Duluth’s Manager of Human Resources, Healthcare & Safety. Flanagan, a Lieutenant Colonel, served as the Wing Executive Officer for the 148th Fighter Wing, the Duluth-based Air National Guard base. Ms. Flanagan was responsible for managing all aspects of daily operations at the 1,000 member [...]

$86,000 Available to the Community in Parks Fund Neighborhood Grants

Chris Allen — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 06:44:47 +0000

The City of Duluth will make $86,000 available as part of the Parks Fund to support projects and initiatives which will enhance and improve city parks and recreation. If you would like to submit to the City, you must meet certain criteria. According to a press release on the duluthmn.gov websiteThe Neighborhood Grant program is [...]

Duluth Mayor Don Ness Knows How To Bust A Move Gregnam Style

Chris Allen — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 03:42:26 +0000

Rubber Chicken Theater produced this parody video for our holiday sketch comedy revue “A Flood of Christmas Cheer” that was performed December 2012. The premise was that cast member Greg J. Anderson’s new dance was sweeping the Twin Ports and this video was his proof. I have to say, this is part of the reason [...]

House On Mesaba Finally To Be Torn Down, As Per Mayor Ness

Chris Allen — Thu, 22 Nov 2012 05:53:42 +0000

Mayor Don Ness posted on his facebook account that the house on Mesaba will finally be torn down. When I looked at everyone’s comments, everyone is happy about it. I read his facebook page and Mayor Ness said this: The house that has been vacant for more than 30 years on Mesaba Avenue will be [...]

Small Business Saturday Invites You To Be Local, Shop Local

Chris Allen — Thu, 22 Nov 2012 05:33:48 +0000

Black Friday is always a rat race, you get pushed, you get shoved, and sometimes you get a deal that is hard to take back later because that item is closed out or was on a short special. Why not shop local, with local artists, businesspeople, and friends. Downtown Duluth is waiting for you. Travel [...]

"Mayor's Night" with Duluth Mayor Don Ness Coming October 30th

Chris Allen — Wed, 24 Oct 2012 15:46:07 +0000

Mayor Don Ness will hold his ‘Mayor’s Night’ event with Duluth citizens at City Hall on October 30, 2012. The meeting starts at 5:00 p.m. and continues until each person has a chance to speak with the Mayor. The meeting will be held in the Fourth Floor Reception Room, which is Room 405 of Duluth City Hall (411 West First Street).

Congratulations to Pam Kleinschmidt, the 2012 Minnesota Crime Prevention Association's (MCPA) Volunteer of the Year

Chris Allen — Wed, 17 Oct 2012 18:49:25 +0000

Congratulations to Pam Kleinschmidt, the 2012 Minnesota Crime Prevention Association’s (MCPA) Volunteer of the Year! The award was based on the following nomination letter submitted to the MCPA by Duluth Police Lieutenant Leigh Wright Taken Directly From The Letter See The Press Release Here “Pam Kleinschmidt has given countless hours to the community of Lincoln [...]

Open House At A Duluth Fire Hall Today

Chris Allen — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 07:07:48 +0000

The Duluth FIre Department will be hosting an open house on Thursday October 11, 2012 from 4:00-6:30 p.m. at #8 Station 5830 Grand Ave for Fire Prevention Week. The station will be open for tours as well as the EDITH (Exit Drills in the Home) trailer. There will be free BBQ and free fire safety information that [...]

Portion Of Woodland Avenue To Be Closed For Utility Project

Chris Allen — Thu, 11 Oct 2012 06:58:48 +0000

Woodland Ave was torn up to make necessary upgrades to the infrastructure and it was just plain falling apart. Several traffic pressure points were detoured, now it will be partially closed again. This from the duluthmn.gov website: Starting Monday, October 15, 2012, Woodland Avenue will be closed from 7:00 pm Monday evening until 7:00 am [...]

National Citizens Poll Results For Duluth Just Posted, What Do We Think

Chris Allen — Wed, 26 Sep 2012 21:31:39 +0000

Every year since 2009, Duluth has taken part in a National Citizens Poll, and this years results are in. What do you and your neighbors think of the city, and the way it’s run? This from the City of Duluth Website Since 2009, we’ve seen improvement in several key areas. Particularly evident is a growing [...]

Duluth Police Win National Award

Chris Allen — Mon, 17 Sep 2012 18:21:27 +0000

According to the Duluth Website, The Duluth Police Department recently learned we have been awarded the 2012 Community Policing Award from the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP). This award is given out annually and recognizes outstanding community policing initiatives by law enforcement agencies worldwide.

Chester Park Mini Master Plan Open House

Chris Allen — Thu, 13 Sep 2012 15:40:19 +0000

People wondering about the plans for Chester Park are encouraged to attend a meeting on September 27. This plan will serve as a guide for changes and park improvements in the future. The public is invited to attend the Parks and Recreation Chester Park Mini Master Plan Open House on Thursday, September 27th from 3:00-5:00 [...]

Traffic Closures For This Weekends Events

Chris Allen — Thu, 23 Aug 2012 15:40:11 +0000

There are three events this weekend in the Twin Ports that will shut down traffic in some of the heavy traveled areas. See these changes: Friday, August 24th MACV “Stand Down” event - At the Depot, 8:00am – 2:00pm. - Michigan Street from 5th Ave W to 6th Ave W will be closed to [...]

Latest Road Blocks and Closures From Duluth Officials Due To The Floods

Chris Allen — Wed, 20 Jun 2012 19:16:32 +0000

The City of Duluth and its local partners are working to monitor and coordinate efforts. Mayor Don Ness has declared a State of Emergency for the City of Duluth. As of 1:00 pm, Central Time, the following MN DOT roads are closed. Information is updated by calling 511 or going to http://www.dot.state.mn.us/d1/ : London Road at [...]