4th of july

The Fourth of July is upon us, which means America is about to be home to a slew of birthday parties from sea to shining sea.

Everyone heads north to the Twin Ports area to find some peace from the big cities, Duluth and Superior offer that getaway while still being in a city.. I always get emails from people heading up here from other states and southern Minnesota asking what to do while in the area. There are quite a few things, but the bigger ones I've got listed here.

In order to accommodate the events happening for the 4th of July, Duluth's most-iconic bridges will see an altered schedule on Monday. The Aerial Lift Bridge will stay down on July 4 and be completely closed to marine traffic starting at 7:00 PM - lasting until 1:00 AM on July 5 ... Read More ...

The Twin Ports is lucky enough to have two spectacular firework displays happen within a couple of miles from each other - as the Duluth and the Superior shows both happen at the same time.  If you're lucky enough to find a good vantage point you could even watch both shows.

The 4th of July is the biggest day for cats and mostly dogs to be lost, or run away from their owners. Keeping identification on your pets during this time of year is extremely important. Make sure all tags have a current address, phone number and email. If your pet is micro-chipped, make sure that you have let your pet recovery service know if there have been any changes since the microchip was p

Rayman has done many things in his life, but never has he personally lit any fireworks. The rest of the KOOL staff figured what time would be better for Ray's first fireworks adventure than the 4th of July?

Everyone loves to celebrate on the 4th of July!  But the nation's birthday can be harsh on our family friends.  Unfortunately, more pets get lost on the 4th of July than any other day of the year.

Cloquet goes all out for the 4th of July, and 2013 will be no exception!  Plan your day and bring the family for lots of activities and events - most of which are FREE!

Not only is it the 4th of July Weekend, but we are also mid-way through the "orange cone season" of summer.  Officials with the Minnesota Department of Transportation urge drivers to use caution this weekend.

Present and former military members can take advantage of some family fun at Valleyfair, July 4-7.