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Job Growth in the Northland Fueled By $100 Million Investment in Cirrus Aircraft [VIDEO]

David Drew — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 02:28:09 +0000

There are several indicators that our economy continues to be growing, and a recent development at Cirrus Aircraft is fantastic news for the Northland. Our media partners at Northland’s NewsCenter are reporting that new ownership and a $100 million investment in their single–engine jet program is turning into new job opportunities for the Northland.

Watch Bulldog Playoff Hockey This Weekend On My 9

David Drew — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 00:19:48 +0000

Can’t make the trip to Madison to see the Bulldogs in the WCHA playoffs? You’re in luck! You can watch the game from the comfort of your home and with much better prices on beer and popcorn. The Northlands News Center announced that the My 9 Sports Network will be the television broadcast home for [...]

Historic State Title An Amazing Achievement for the Hayward Girls Hockey Team [VIDEO]

David Drew — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 18:45:51 +0000

Hayward, Wisconsin is in celebration mode after it’s girls hockey team made history last Saturday. It’s something they will remember for the rest of their lives. The Northland’s NewsCenter is reporting that the Hayward girls won the first Hayward, Wisconsin Interscholastic Athletic Association State title in girl’s hockey. They did so with a 5-2 victory [...]

Minnesota In-home Day Care Centers May Join the Union [VIDEO]

David Drew — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 02:58:02 +0000

This has been discussed, and ultimately shot down in the past, but it looks like there is another attempt to unionize Minnesota in-home day care centers. The Northland’s News Center is reporting that Childcare Protective Bargaining Act was presented to the Senate Tuesday. The goal is to provide the 9,000 in–home care providers in Minnesota [...]

Debate Is On Regarding Duluth Pawn Shops Extending Hours of Operation to Sundays [VIDEO]

David Drew — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 04:08:44 +0000

If City Councilor Gary Krause and Pawn America have their way, pawn shops in Duluth may soon be able to be open on Sundays. The Northland’s News Center is reporting that Krause introduced the proposal on behalf of Pawn America. Duluth is the only community in 23 that Pawn America serves where they cannot do [...]

Astro Bob Discusses Russia's Metorite Incident and Asteroids Coming Close to Earth [VIDEO]

David Drew — Sat, 16 Feb 2013 17:58:53 +0000

Many people shared stories of the fireball incident in Russia that injured over a thousand people. There was also talk of a large asteroid passing close to earth, which lead some to get a little uneasy. Is it time to call Bruce Willis and his team to detonate a nuclear weapon on the next asteroid? You know, he has never missed a depth!

Travel On The Rise as 2012 Was Second Busiest Year for Duluth International Airport

David Drew — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 22:56:42 +0000

With more airlines and a recovering economy, people of the Northland increased their travel in 2012. The Northland’s NewsCenter is reporting that according to airport officials, 322,208 passengers flew in and out of the airport in 2012, which is an increase of 9% compared to 2011. 2013 looks to be strong as well with Allegiant [...]

Obama Surprises Ely Resident By Personally Writing Back to Honor His Request [VIDEO]

David Drew — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 05:41:45 +0000

Have you ever written a letter to a famous person? Did they ever write back? Imagine writing a letter to the President Of The United States and getting a handwritten response on White House stationary. That is just what happened to an Ely, Minnesota resident. The Northland’s NewsCenter shared the story of Gary Snyder, who [...]

Trial Date Set For Last Place On Earth

David Drew — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 09:45:26 +0000

The Last Place on Earth has been in the news a lot, most recently when it was announced that owner Jim Carlson will face federal charges. Now, there is a court date. The Northland’s NewsCenter is reporting that the court date is now set for September 16th in the Twin Cities. A federal indictment charged [...]

Arial Lift Bridge May be Lit Different Colors For Different Causes in the Future [VIDEO]

David Drew — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 05:42:42 +0000

In 2012 Duluth’s Ariel Lift Bridge was lit pink for breast cancer awareness and it not only drew a crowd, but a lot of buzz as well. Every major cause has its colors and we may see the lift bridge representing them in the future. The Northland’s NewsCenter is reporting that you can expect to [...]

Northlanders Crowd Flu Vaccine Clinic as News of Local Flu Related Deaths Spreads [VIDEO]

David Drew — Sat, 12 Jan 2013 03:16:55 +0000

This winter reminds me a lot of the H1N1 pandemic a few years ago, and some health officials believe this flu season could rival that one. With at least 8 flu-related deaths in the Northland already this year, clinics are getting very busy as people rush to get the flu vaccine. The Northland’s NewsCenter is [...]

Be Wary Of Police Impersonators In The Northland [VIDEO]

David Drew — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 05:42:06 +0000

If you see flashing lights behind you, the natural reaction is to pull over. However, there is a report of police impersonators using dash mounted lights to pull over women at night. The Northland’s NewsCenter is reporting that one such incident occurred in the Northland recently. Keep in mind that if you only see dash [...]

Last Place On Earth Officially a Public Nuisance; Ordered To Pay For Police Presence

David Drew — Thu, 03 Jan 2013 06:05:25 +0000

If you’ve driven by Duluth’s ‘Last Place On Earth’, you’ve probably noticed a line of people outside and a squad car or two nearby. Obviously, the police notice the amount of time they find themselves focusing on the business and now the Last Place On Earth is financially responsible for the extra policing it requires. [...]

Feds Play Hard Ball With "Last Place On Earth" Owner and Employees [VIDEO]

David Drew — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 03:01:58 +0000

The Last Place On Earth has been in and out of the news a lot, but recently there hasn’t been much in terms of what role the federal government might play in restricting what products can be sold from the popular head shop. That all changed today. The Northland’s News Center is reporting that owner [...]

Northland Pays Tribute to Massacre Victims [VIDEO]

David Drew — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 06:12:22 +0000

It has been an incredibly painful past several days for the country with the tragedy in Connecticut. I don’t think I’ve gone an entire day since the story broke without tearing up at some point. I know I’m not alone as the rest of the Northland recently came together to pay tribute to the victims. [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

Northern Wisconsin Deer Shining Laws Upheld and Include Chippewa Tribal Members

David Drew — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 06:00:30 +0000

Chippewa Tribal members thought that since wolf hunting was allowed at night, the same laws should be applied to deer as well. A Federal Judge disagrees. The Northland’s NewsCenter is reporting that a Federal Judge ruled the state of Wisconsin may enforce state shining laws that forbid night time deer hunting against everyone including Chippewa [...]

AAR Aircraft Services Begins Service Today and Welcomes First Aircraft

David Drew — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 23:27:30 +0000

The old Northwest Airlines facility was hustling and bustling once again as AAR Aircraft Services began it’s operations and welcomed its first plane Tuesday morning. The Northland’s NewsCenter is reporting that AAR will be servicing Air Canada’s fleet of 89 Airbus A-320 Series Jets, creating a total of about 225 jobs with another 135 to [...]

Minnesotan Singer Who Advances on 'The Voice' Has Ties To Duluth

David Drew — Wed, 21 Nov 2012 04:07:10 +0000

Minnesotan singer Nicholas David advanced on ‘The Voice’ and although he’s from Eagan, he has family ties in Duluth. The Northland’s News Center reported that he is the nephew of one of the owners of the Duluth Grill. The staff at Duluth Grill gathered around a small TV tonight to watch as Nicholas David learned [...]