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Coast Guard asks for paddle craft safety on 234th birthday
DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) - The U.S. Coast Guard’s birthday is Sunday, but the Duluth station celebrated Friday with food, games, and fun for friends and family. The best gift members say they could receive this year is for people to put contact information on paddle crafts like kayaks and paddle boards.
Advertiser Links – August / September 2024
Each issue of Lake Superior Magazine is supported by many friends in the community, among them our loyal advertisers. Listed here are the current issue's list of partners, including their website, if they have one. We invite you to sample their products and services. AmericInn by Wyndham Silver City -...
Barbie Exhibition Coming Soon to Duluth
DULUTH, Minn.– The doll that has it all is being showcased in Duluth for the upcoming Barbie Exhibition. The upcoming event that highlights all things Barbie is right around the corner. There will be more than 300 vintage artifacts for guests to check out. In addition, there are plenty of photo opportunities to interact with. From the mirror pink Corvette, as well as life-size Barbie boxes. With this event, you will be able to step back in time and see how this influential doll has impacted history. All the way back to the original Barbie, with her 22 outfits, to the Barbies you can find in stores today.
Safety inspections for the rides at Wisconsin State Fair started well before opening day
The 173rd Wisconsin State Fair has been in full swing since Thursday, Aug. 1, but the push to inspect the rides at the fair began more than a week before. Spin City, the amusement ride and game area at the fair, includes 38 rides this year, according to Wisconsin State Fair Park CEO...
Wisconsin primary 2024: Watch Dane County legislative candidate forums
The Cap Times hosted forums for candidates in six state Assembly and Senate districts in Dane County. Watch them before you vote. Watch our Assembly District 48 Democratic candidate debate. Bill Connors, Andrew Hysell, Goodwill Obieze, Avery Renk and Rick Rose are running to represent Sun Prairie plus parts of...
Ankeny defensive back Sandvig picks Sioux Falls over NSIC rival Minn. Duluth
Ankeny defensive back Sam Sandvig has verbally committed to play football for the University of Sioux Falls, an NCAA Division II program that competes primarily in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference. Sandvig said he picked the Cougars over the University of Minnesota Duluth, another program in the NSIC. “I really...
44th Annual Spirit Valley Days Begins
DULUTH, Minn. — Spirit Valley Days has kicked off in West Duluth. The jam-packed weekend through Saturday has all types of fun like a big parade, pancake breakfast and a car show. As for Thursday, the Italian American Club served up some brats and patties. “Being Italian, family is...
The Future of the First Buc-ee’s in Wisconsin is Uncertain
Excitement permeated in Wisconsin and beyond in early 2023 when news of a Buc-ee's convenience store and gas station was revealed to be making its debut in the Cheese State. The store was planned to be located in DeForest, between Madison and Wisconsin Dells, just north of Highway V, east of Highway I, and west of Interstate 39/90/94.
Oneida names McGaffey president, CEO
Steve LaFlamme retires after 45 years with company. Patty McGaffey has been named president and chief executive of Oneida Realty Company, a Duluth-based commercial real estate services firm founded in 1908. The Oneida CEO since January 2023, McGaffey has now also assumed the role of president with the recent retirement...
Minnesota Severe Storms Alert: Potential Large Hail and Damaging Winds Saturday
Duluth, MN – The National Weather Service in Duluth, Minnesota, has issued a warning for potential strong to severe storms on Saturday afternoon and evening. A cold front moving south through the area is expected to bring significant weather changes. The primary threats from these storms include large hail up to 1.5 inches in diameter and wind gusts reaching up to 60 mph. While the risk of tornadoes remains very low, residents are advised to stay vigilant.
New Sports Bar + Golf Simulator Opening In Duluth
We now know what's going into the old Rex Nightclub location in Duluth: a sports bar and golf simulator!. The Rex was a popular spot in the area but sadly, closed in August of last year. Now one year later, we know what is going into the former space. All...
19th Annual Vintage Snowmobile Show Begins
DULUTH, Minn.– For a hot season like this, it’s a great time to cool off and get excited about snowmobiles. The 19th Annual Vintage Snowmobile National Show is kicking off in the Twin Ports. This will be happening August 2nd, through Sunday August 4th. Over 400 snowmobiles will be displayed, some dating back to the ’50s. For the first time, this snowmobile event is being celebrated under one roof. Visitors all the way from New York State to Alberta Canada are here in Duluth showing off their prized possessions. Some of these sleds are extra sentimental.
Hermantown Native Victor Plante Commits to UMD Men’s Hockey
HERMANTOWN, Minn.- Another member of the Plante family will soon call UMD home. On Friday, Victor Plante verbally announced his commitment to the Bulldogs. And if all goes to plan, he could join his brothers Max and Zam in the 2026-2027 season. Victor’s dad Derek also played and served as an assistant coach for the team.
'Don't need to buy earthquake insurance': Rare quake is WI's second this year
A 2.9-magnitude earthquake hit southeast of the coast of Door County Friday morning — just the eighth in Wisconsin in recorded history, but second this year. An expert told NBC 26 how it occurred.
Elections Matter: Why It’s Time to Separate the Wheat from the Chaff
August 13, 2024, is an important date for voters in the state of Wisconsin. It is the date of our partisan primary election; when voters decide who will represent their party on the ballot in November. In some races (such as the 4th Senate District race) there are no candidates from the opposing party, so whomever wins the election on August 13th, will represent the district during the next legislative session.
Does Wisconsin Rank As One Of The Best School Systems?
It's almost time to send the kids back to school. But when they go back, will they be going to one of the best-run school systems in America?. A recent study shows where Wisconsin ranks in the nation. How The School State Rank Was Determined. The Wallethub study used different...