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Upcoming Pop Culture Convention Happening in Duluth
DULUTH, Minn.– A gathering encouraging self-expression, connecting, and bonding over similar hobbies and passions. That’s the goal for this upcoming event in the Northland. It is no secret there is a lack of pop culture conventions in Duluth. But soon enough, there will be one right in town....
Man found dead after fire in Duluth, "suspicious circumstances" prompt investigation, police say
DULUTH, Minn. — A man found dead in a burning apartment last week in Duluth has raised the suspicion of authorities, prompting further investigation.Maxton Gudowski, 25, was found dead after an apartment fire on the 600 block of North 47th Avenue East on Thursday, the Duluth Police Department said.The Duluth Fire Department responded around 2:30 a.m. to find smoke, but no visible flames. Firefighters evacuated the building and found an active fire inside a first-floor unit. After extinguishing the fire, crews found Gudowski inside the apartment.On Wednesday, the police department said there were "suspicious circumstances" surrounding Gudowski's death."This remains a very active and ongoing investigation," police said.Anyone with information is asked to call Duluth police at 218-730-5050.The fire caused about $25,000 in damage, the fire department said, but did not displace any residents.
Operation K-9 Returns Thursday at New Location with More Dogs
SUPERIOR, Wis. — This Thursday Operation K-9 returns bigger and better for its 10th year. Due to construction at Ole Haugsud Field, the event has moved to the grassy track field near UW-Superior’s Wessman Arena. Three new law enforcement agencies are taking part in the fun this year...
Convention Gathers Community Bankers at the DECC
DULUTH, Minn. — Community bankers from across the state become on Tuesday at the DECC. It’s part of the BankIn Minnesota Convention. The goal is to have a collective voice among community bankers to better engage lawmakers at the State Capitol among the others. “They are run independently...
Experiencing the Superior Hiking Trail Association’s Hike 50 Challenge
The Superior Hiking Trail Association, a Two Harbors nonprofit committed to appreciation, stewardship, and promotion of the Superior Hiking Trail, encourages participation in programming efforts like the Hike 50 Challenge. This annual motivational opportunity acknowledges users who finish 50 miles of the trail during a calendar year, according to the Association’s website. The challenge was established as a “fun way to engage the community to get out on the trails,” says Lisa Luokkala, executive director.
Wisconsin State Fair announces first-ever flavored cream puffs
MILWAUKEE — For the first time in Wisconsin State Fair history, flavored cream puffs will be available during the state fair. As part of the iconic cream puff's yearlong 100th anniversary celebration, the Wisconsin State Fair and Original Cream Puffs are excited to debut four brand-new, limited-edition flavors from Aug. 1 to Aug. 11 in West Allis.
EHD Outbreaks Could Again Affect Deer Populations in Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin
I have been deer hunting for many years. I've seen cases of tuberculosis and Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD), but I have never heard of the disease that is currently the topic of an Iowa DNR press release, as most associated deer fatalities occur from July to September. Epizootic Hemorrhagic Disease...
Community Action Annual Training Conference Takes Place at the DECC
DULUTH, Minn. — Minnesota Community Action’s Annual Training Conference kicked off Tuesday at the DECC. “It’s my honor and pleasure to welcome and thank you Minnesota Community Action Partnership for hosting your 60th anniversary here in Duluth. The theme ‘Our Legacy, Our Future’ feels particularly fitting,” said Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert. “To work with people to address causes and conditions of poverty and to develop programs to break that poverty cycle again through education, employment services, youth programs and other outreach services.”
Duluth settles suit with couple that alleges racism by police department
The Duluth City Council has agreed to pay $135,000 to a couple to settle allegations of racism by police. Aaron Kirk, who’s Black, and his wife Amy, who’s white, say that starting in 2007, two neighbors called police dozens of times and made false complaints about everything from meth cooking to child abuse and that police failed to investigate the neighbors.
Shooting and archery range coming to Cook County
Almost every county in Minnesota has an established shooting and archery range. One that doesn’t? Cook County. Far northeastern Minnesota is one of just a few areas in the state without a gun or archery range. But that’s soon to change with the opening of Flintlock Range, a shooting and archery range that’s being developed north of Grand Marais. With a tentative opening later this year, Flintlock Range will provide Cook County’s first established location for target practice and education.