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Incredible Trackside Point of View of the Milwaukee Road Steam Engine No. 261 Enroute to Duluth [VIDEO]

Tony Hart — Wed, 15 May 2013 18:22:15 +0000

Over the weekend the Lake Superior Railroad Museum celebrated Train Day by welcoming the Milwaukee Road Steam Engine No. 261 back to Duluth. Many train enthusiasts gathered and followed the historic steam engine on the 5+ hour journey to Duluth. Nick Cooper and I were two of gawkers caught up in the excitement and craziness of tracking down and following the train as it neared [...]

Milwaukee Road Steam Engine No. 261 Chugs North to Duluth from the Twin Cities for a Weekend Visit [PHOTO GALLERY]

Nick Cooper — Sat, 11 May 2013 23:11:11 +0000

Train enthusiasts from around the region gathered in droves following the rail line between Minneapolis and Duluth, and congregating at Duluth’s Historic Union Depot & Lake Superior Railroad Museum Saturday as the Milwaukee Road 261 steamed northward to the Twin Ports. The train carried about 500 passengers from the Twin Cities to Duluth for a weekend [...]

Duluth WWII Veteran, Who Earned the Medal Of Honor, to be Showcased in 'Never Forgotten' Exhibit Opening Tuesday

David Drew — Thu, 02 May 2013 17:00:56 +0000

It’s been a long time coming, but one of two Duluthians from WWII, who received the Military’s highest honor, will be showcased in an upcoming local exhibit. On Tuesday, May 7 2013, Veterans’ Memorial Hall will hold the opening event for an exhibit that showcases local hero, Major Henry A. Courtney, Jr. This event will [...]

"In The Still Of The Night" Premiere This Friday At East High School To Benefit Duluth Speech Support Local Film Making [VIDEO]

Chris Allen — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 03:55:29 +0000

A bus carrying speech team members from Florida are on their way to Birmingham for the national championships. Kind of the story of Duluth Speech team. They are raising money to send some of the team to nationals and hopefully win. The bus in the movie doesn’t make it…… “In The Still Of The Night” [...]

Mini Golfers Hit Downtown for the First Ever Duluth Pub and Putt [PHOTO GALLERY]

Staff Writer — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 03:11:04 +0000

Mini golfers from around the Twin Ports putted their way around Downtown Duluth on Saturday (April 13) for the first ever Duluth Pub and Putt event. In an endeavor between the radio stations of Townsquare Media and the Greater Downtown Council, golfers visited seven different mini golf holes hosted at downtown bars and restaurants. Each [...]

Gusty Winds Off Lake Superior Offer Big Waves in Canal Park [PHOTOS]

Nick Cooper — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 19:36:41 +0000

The National Weather Service reported wind gusts well over 40 miles per hour earlier today, and the sensor on top of the Blatnik Bridge reportedly clocked wind gusts around 60 miles per hour as this late-season winter storm tracked into the Twin Ports. Those winds blowing ashore led to some pretty breathtaking waves washing up [...]

Part of Wade Stadium, Home of the Duluth Huskies, Collapses

David Drew — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 06:10:39 +0000

A historic ballpark in Duluth has been in need of repair for a long time. Wednesday, time and weather finally caught up to Wade Stadium as part of the Duluth Huskies home field collapsed. The Northland’s News Center reported that a six to eight foot portion of the brick wall on the northwest side of [...]

High Speed Rail Line On Track

David Drew — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 04:57:50 +0000

While funding is still a crucial part of the equation, the possibility of having a high speed rail line from Duluth to Minneapolis took a step forward with the release of a report more than two years in the making. The Northland’s News Center is reporting that results of a recent environmental assessment show that [...]

Section 7AA Boys Hockey Championship Preview: Duluth East Greyhounds and Grand Rapids Thunderhawks + Where to Listen to the Game

Nick Cooper — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 18:10:28 +0000

The Greyhounds of Duluth East are looking to earn their fifth straight appearance in the Class AA Boys State Hockey Tournament tonight in a matchup of the top seeds of Section 7AA. East (#1) and Grand Rapids (#2) hit the ice at Amsoil Arena tonight (Thursday) at 7:30 and WEBC 560 will be carrying the game on the air and streaming online at webc560.com.

City Of Duluth Sues Federal Government Over Fon du Luth Casino

David Drew — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 02:17:18 +0000

Recently the courts said they would not again hear the case involving Fon du Luth Casio paying the city. We wondered where this story could go from there and we have found out. The Northland’s News Center is reporting that the City Of Duluth is suing the Federal Government. City attorneys are challenging the National [...]

Duluth East Runs Past Cloquet Esko Carlton in 3-0 Section 7AA Semifinals Victory [PHOTOS]

Nick Cooper — Sat, 23 Feb 2013 20:31:13 +0000

Rivals Duluth East Greyhounds and Cloquet-Esko-Carlton Lumberjacks hit the ice for a noon showdown at Amsoil Arena in Duluth for the Section 7AA semifinals on Saturday. Entering the game, both teams had made offensive statements in their previous section playoff games. The Lumberjacks skated past Forest Lake in a 6-2 victory on February 19, while [...]

City of Duluth Will Not Have Casino Case Heard Again in Court Of Appeals

David Drew — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 06:54:12 +0000

The City Of Duluth appears to have run out of options to get the Fon du Lac Band to share casino profits with the city. The Northland’s News Center is reporting that the United States Court of Appeals for the 8th Circuit has denied the city of Duluth’s appeal to rehear a January case concerning [...]

What You Need To Know About Snow Removal From The City Of Duluth

Chris Allen — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 09:04:52 +0000

With all the snow falling and people complaining about not being plowed out fast or the streets not looking their best right away, i am reminded of a page I saw on the Duluth website answering questions about snow removal. So, I revisited the questions. When will my street get plowed? City workers are challenged [...]

Watch Duluth Mayor Don Ness Do His Best Gangnam Style Dance [VIDEO]

David Drew — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 02:44:53 +0000

Duluth Mayor Don Ness has accomplished a lot since he took office, but who would’ve thought that dancing would be included in his achievements? Watch Ness not only prove he has a sense of humor, but that he also learned a little of the ‘Gangnam Style’ dance. While he’s no Psy, I would challenge leaders [...]

Duluth Resident Pays Tribute to Victims of Sandy Hook School Shooting in Newtown, Connecticut with a Guardian Angel Snow Sculpture in His Yard [PHOTO GALLERY]

Nick Cooper — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 18:50:14 +0000

Drivers who travel past the intersection of 4th Street and 21st Avenue East in Duluth during the winter months have grown accustomed to seeing snow sculptures in the yard of Harry Welty, who lives right on the corner of the two intersecting streets. In the 25 years Welty has been carving snow statues in his yard, none have been quite as meaningful as the one currently on display.

Logging Truck Loses Cargo on London Road in Duluth [UPDATED]

Nick Cooper — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 16:10:57 +0000

This was the scene on London Road at 26th Avenue East this morning in Duluth. A logging truck turning off Interstate 35 onto London Road lost much of its load of logs around 9:00 am Tuesday (December 18), leading to some minor damage and a mess of logs hampering traffic. According to the Minnesota State [...]

See Northland's News Center Sing "Christmas City", Post Your Own Version

Chris Allen — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 20:07:14 +0000

This is the 55th year of the Christmas City of the North parade. That means for 55 years we’ve been hearing the “Christmas City” by Merv Griffin. Do you think you can do it better? Enter a special contest at Christmascityparade.com. Below is a version played and sang by your favorite staff at Northland’s News [...]

Christmas City Of The North Parade Information, Including Where To Park For Free

Chris Allen — Wed, 14 Nov 2012 19:51:15 +0000

Christmas City of the North Parade gets under way on Friday. It will be Broadcast Live on KBJR 6 and Range 11 or online at: NorthlandsNewsCenter.com. So when I tell people KOOL 101.7 will be a part of it, I get a thousand questions. So here’s the answers: When: November 16, 2012, Parade begins at [...]

Hurricane Sandy Impacts the Weather in the Duluth / Superior Area, Bringing Wind and Waves to the Twin Ports

Nick Cooper — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 17:36:52 +0000

Hurricane Sandy, now downgraded to a “Post-Tropical Cyclone”, continues to wreak havoc along the eastern coast of the United States and Canada after making landfall yesterday afternoon. The sheer size of the storm has residents wondering, “How is Sandy effecting Duluth and Superior?” Find out how Sandy is impacting the Twin Ports. The strong wind [...]

Duluth Chamber of Commerce Wants You To Stand Up Against Last Place On Earth; Court Date Postponed

Ken Hayes — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 15:19:22 +0000

The ongoing feud between the City of Duluth and The Last Place On Earth continues Monday as the city motions an injunction against the controversial business. President & CEO of the Duluth Chamber of Commerce, David Ross sent an e-mail too local businesses to stand in solidarity against Last Place On Earth at the hearing on Monday.