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Tower Avenue Project Update For May 17th

Steve Tanko — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:41:50 +0000

Wondering how the Tower Avenue Reconstruction Project in Superior is going? Here’s an update! Work completed since last update: • The Contractor removed existing and installed sanitary sewer mainline between 4th and 6th Street and completed water main removal and installation between 4th Street and 6th Street. • Hooked up temporary water services to buildings [...]

Superior Police Seek Eathan R Kaarto For Burglary Charges

Steve Tanko — Thu, 16 May 2013 20:41:08 +0000

The Superior Police Department is looking for your help in finding a suspect in a burglary case. Eathan R Kaarto – 24 – is wanted on burglary charges. If you have information on Eathan Kaarto’s location, you’re asked to call 911 or, anonymously at 715-395-7468.

Spring Truck Weight Restrictions Have Been Lifted For Southern Minnesota

Steve Tanko — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:30:11 +0000

Officials with the Minnesota Department of Transportation want to inform drivers that while spring truck weight restrictions on state highways in the Twin Cities Metro and the southern part of the state have been lifted, they are still in effect in the central, north-central, and north frost zones. Ending dates for spring load restrictions are [...]

Bike To Work-School Day Is This Friday, May 17th In Superior And Douglas County

Steve Tanko — Thu, 16 May 2013 05:00:45 +0000

A reminder that Friday is Bike To Work Day in Superior and Douglas County! Do something good for your health and the environment! The Superior-Douglas County Chamber of Commerce invites everyone to take part. Ditch your car and ride your bike for your morning commute. From 6:30AM – 8:30AM, you can stop along the way [...]

Duluth Mental Health Support Group Meets Thursday, May 16th

Steve Tanko — Wed, 15 May 2013 05:00:38 +0000

Twin Ports residents living with mental illness are invited to a support group, Thursday May 16th, 5-7PM at the Miller Dwan Medical Center. Arranged by the Mental Health Association of Minnesota, the group is free, confidential, and pre-registration is not necessary. To attend the meeting, go to the Miller Dwan Medical Center – 502 East [...]

Trucking Industry Regulations In The Spotlight At Twin Ports Seminar

Steve Tanko — Tue, 14 May 2013 15:40:27 +0000

Learn about current and upcoming trucking industry regulations at a seminar, Wednesday May 15th – presented by the Duluth-Superior Transportation Association. The event will take place at the UW-Superior Yellowjacket Union from 5PM-8:30PM. In conglomeration with the University of Wisconsin-Superior’s Transportation and Logistics Program and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, this seminar by the [...]

Gypsy Moth Spraying In Superior And Douglas County

Steve Tanko — Mon, 13 May 2013 15:55:51 +0000

Parts of Superior and Douglas County will be treated by aerial spraying to slow the spread of the Gypsy Moth. The Gypsy Moth is an invasive, leaf-eating insect than can feed on most of the types of trees and shrubs that are found in North America. Residents in the affected area more than likely already [...]

I-35 Work Between Scanlon And Boundary Avenue Begins May 13th

Steve Tanko — Sat, 11 May 2013 17:00:15 +0000

Motorists traveling on I-35 between Scanlon and Boundary Avenue in Duluth will be restricted to a single lane in each direction beginning Monday, May 13. All traffic will use the southbound lanes while the northbound lanes are being reconstructed. The on- and off-ramps at County Road 61, Exit 245, will also close on Monday, May [...]

HIghway 210 Bridge Project Resumes Work On May 13th In Thompson

Steve Tanko — Sat, 11 May 2013 05:00:21 +0000

The weather’s getting nice so that naturally means road construction season in the Northland. Motorists traveling on Hwy 210 in Thomson will be restricted to a single lane at the Thomson Bridge beginning Monday, May 13, while remaining work is completed on the project, which began last year. A temporary signal system will be in [...]

Blatnik Bridge Lane Closures Start May 13th

Steve Tanko — Fri, 10 May 2013 20:15:26 +0000

Twin Ports residents who use the Blatnik Bridge should be aware that a road construction project gets underway on Monday, May 13th. The southbound/Superior-bound, right lane on the Interstate 535/Blatnik Bridge, will close to traffic for several weeks beginning Monday, May 13. One southbound lane will remain open. Motorists may also encounter temporary, northbound/Duluth-bound [...]

Letter Carriers Annual Food Drive Happens Saturday May 11th

Steve Tanko — Fri, 10 May 2013 17:00:51 +0000

Northland letter carriers and area food banks are working together to staff a successful Letter Carriers Food Drive – an annual event that marks the largest one-day food drive in the country. The date is Saturday, May 11th. Twin Ports residents are reminded to place non-perishable food items near their mailbox on Saturday. Most people [...]

Marge Simpson Was An Iron Ranger; Simpson Creator Matt Groening's Mother Passes Away – Obituary Details That She Was Born In Chisholm

Steve Tanko — Wed, 08 May 2013 15:56:46 +0000

Confession time: I have never watched The Simpsons. But - being that the iconic cartoon has been around for decades, I am aware of the show and the character names. But I didn't know that one of the principal characters - Homer's wife Marge - was from Chisholm. Well, maybe not her ink-drawn self - but her namesake - the mother of creator Matt Groening. Margaret Groening passed away April 22nd in Portland Oregon at the age of 94.

Superior Police Need Your Help Finding Dona Brown; Department Has A Warrant For Her Arrest

Steve Tanko — Tue, 07 May 2013 18:39:50 +0000

More than $2400 worth of unpaid fines has left the Superior Police Department looking for Dona Brown, age 26. A warrant has been issued for her arrest. If you have information on her location, you’re asked to call the Superior Police Department at 911 – or – you can leave an anonymous tip at 715-395-7468.

Mother's Day Gift Idea From Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank

Steve Tanko — Tue, 07 May 2013 16:50:25 +0000

With Mother’s Day just around the corner, officials with the Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank are suggesting a unique idea for a gift this year; They’re asking for your donation in your mom’s name! Your $25.00 tax-deductible donation will rescue and distribute enough food for 125 meals to a Northland family in need. A [...]

Duluth Police Issue Warning About Recent Heroin Overdoses

Steve Tanko — Mon, 06 May 2013 17:00:49 +0000

Twin Ports residents are being advised by the Duluth Police Department about a recent spike in heroin overdoses. Between Friday, April 26th, 2013 and Saturday, May 4th, 2013 the Duluth Police Department and emergency responders have handled the report of four overdose incidents believed to be linked to the illegal use of heroin. Three of [...]

Superior Police Department Holds Its Annual Bike Sale June 8th

Steve Tanko — Mon, 06 May 2013 15:47:45 +0000

The Superior Police Department is holding it’s annual sale of all unclaimed bicycles on Saturday, June 8th. All of the bikes up for sale have been found or confiscated by the police department throughout the past year. City ordinance required the department to sell them to the public. The sale will happen at 722 Ogden [...]

Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank Looks For Help Feeding Children This Summer

Steve Tanko — Fri, 03 May 2013 16:00:01 +0000

With summer vacation almost here, a lot of less-fortunate families are facing the three month hiatus of the meals their children receive through school breakfast and lunch programs. That’s why the Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank is looking for help “fighting hunger, feeding hop”. EVery $1.00 you donate to Second Harvest allows them to [...]

Douglas County Highway D Closed Due To Flooding

Steve Tanko — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 05:00:40 +0000

Spring time means melting snow and rising waters. While local officials aren’t expecting flooding like the Northland saw last year, the usual round of road closures has started – due to soggy road conditions and standing water. Motorists should be aware of the following road closure: County Highway D, three-quarters of a mile north of [...]

Bike To Work-School Day Is Friday, May 17th; Superior-Douglas County Chamber Of Commerce Invite Residents To Take Part

Steve Tanko — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 18:15:44 +0000

Do something good for your health and the environment! The Superior-Douglas County Chamber of Commerce invites everyone to take part in Bike To Work/School Day – Friday, May 17th. Ditch your car and ride your bike for your morning commute. From 6:30AM – 8:30AM, you can stop along the way and take advantage of free [...]

Superior Landfill Offers Free Use, April 27th

Steve Tanko — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 17:00:15 +0000

Superior residents: Don’t miss your last chance to dump for free this season! Saturday, April 27th is the last of two free Saturday “dump days” at the Superior Landfill. The City of Superior will allow citizens to dump for free from 8AM – 2:30PM. Proof of residency will be required to take part in the [...]