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Should Preachers Be Allowed At Bentlyville? [POLL]

Ken Hayes — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 12:08:11 +0000

Bentlyville is in danger of not returning next year because of disruptions that have occurred by "Preachers," spreading their message of fear to families and their children. Nathan Bentley (founder of Bentlyville), is frustrated that it has been ruled legal for these preachers to occupy the family lighting attraction. Now, we've also learned that one of the preachers who has been fighting to stay at the venue is a registered sex offender.

Man Who Fought To Preach Inside Bentleyville is a Registered Sex Offender [VIDEO]

David Drew — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 07:33:42 +0000

Bentleyville has been in the news lately as two area men have fought to preach inside the popular tourist attraction. Well, it turns out that that the publicity these proceedings have received may backfire as one of these so called “preachers” is a registered sex offender. Our partners at Northland’s News Center are reporting that [...]

Mark Your Calendar to be at the Closing Ceremonies of Bentleyville – ALL FREE

Cathy Kates — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 18:43:20 +0000

I have a confession. I have never experienced Bentleyville in person, like ever. Not even before it was moved to Bayfront Festival Park. But, after the controversy and the threat that things may change in the future, I'm going this Friday. After all, it's going to close on December 26 and that, my friends, may be Bentleyville history. Come celebrate the last day of Bentleyville for 2012!

Santa at Bentleyville Tour of Lights Accommodates Those with a Hearing Disability Next Wednesday

Cathy Kates — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 17:05:17 +0000

The grounds crew volunteers at Bentleyville work diligently to make sure that the event is is disability accessible by making sure the paved walkways are free of snow and debris for wheelchairs. But, this Wednesday, it's taken a step further to accommodate the hearing impaired too!

Judge Rules That Preaching Must Be Allowed Inside Bentleyville

David Drew — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 07:46:28 +0000

For the second year in a row, a judge has ruled that Bentleyville cannot keep preaching outside of the popular attraction. It has come up in the past as the preaching in question is viewed as a distraction by some attending Bentleyville. DuluthNewsTribune.com is reporting that the preachers — Steve Jankowski of Duluth and Peter [...]

Park Point is Lit Up for the Holidays [VIDEO]

David Drew — Sat, 01 Dec 2012 17:07:34 +0000

With Christmas just over a few weeks away, another holiday lighting tradition is up and running. If you head to Bayfront Festival Park for Bentleyville, make sure to make a stop on Park Point for even more holiday cheer. The Northland’s NewCenter is reporting that this marks the 13th Year Marcia Hales is offering her [...]

The Holiday Tradition is Back. Here Are Bentleyville's Hours of Operation and 3 Things You Must Bring When You Go

David Drew — Mon, 19 Nov 2012 06:30:45 +0000

We don’t need Thanksgiving to arrive to get into the Christmas spirit in the Northland. Bentleyville was officially open to the public November 17th, why wait until December to experience the amazing light show in Bayfront Festival Park? Bentleyville is open 7 days a week. The hours of operation are: Sunday through Thursday: 5pm -9pm [...]

Your Favorite Photo of Bentleyville's Tour of Lights Could Net You a Sweet Prize

Cathy Kates — Thu, 15 Nov 2012 15:33:11 +0000

I KNOW you have more than a few pictures. Those wonderful memories you make with friends and family year after year. It's become a tradition that you've shared on facebook and twitter. Now, those memories can score you some great prizes with the Bentleyville Photo Contest. Good Luck!

Northlanders Invited to Bentleyville to Kick Off Salvation Army's Annual Red Kettle Campaign

Cathy Kates — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 13:53:46 +0000

Bentleyville will not be officially open until November 17, but you will see parts of it lit tonight to kick off the Salvation Army-Duluth 2012 Christmas Red Kettle season. The evening will start with a press conference at 5:00PM. Mayor Don Ness will deliver a “Salvation Army Red Kettle Day” proclamation, and the event [...]

Bentleyville Needs Your Help Tonight From 5pm – 8pm

David Drew — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 05:00:58 +0000

We received word from The Greater Downtown Council that Bentleyville is in great need of volunteers and tonight is another volunteer night. If you would like to help get Bentleyville ready for this season, please come down to Bayfront this evening between 5pm and 8pm.