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Teens 4-Hers have 8 days to bring story, song and dance all together ahead of the State Fair
FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. — A week before the Minnesota State fair begins, story, song and dance come together on stage inside the 4-H building after just 8 days.Teen 4-Hers from across Minnesota write, build sets, make costumes, run music and tech, and rehearse this year's state fair Arts-In musical, "Wonder Full.""We just cram it all in, work really hard, have some fun," said Kirstin Delp, Minnesota 4-H State Arts-In Director.Delp has directed the show at the state fair for over 20 years and she performed on the same stage as a student participant in the 80s.There are 51 4Hers...
Fair officials urging caution with potential hottest stretch of summer
FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. — State Fair officials are urging people to take precautions, with a forecast of temps in the 90s, a triple digit heat index through Monday and quite possibly the hottest stretch of summer this year.When the temperature and humidity climb at the Great Minnesota Get-Together, fairgoers flock to the State Fair's eight misting stations.State fair officials advise guests to drink plenty of water. Guests are welcome to bring in bottles, even an entire cooler, onto the fairgrounds. Water bottles can be filled at more than 40 drinking fountains and bottle refilling stations.There are plenty of spots to grab some shade to take breaks from walking and standing in the heat, and even a few buildings, like the History and Heritage Center, West End Market and the North End Event Center, that are air conditioned.Anyone feeling ill can stop at first aid stations, located on the west and east ends of the fairgrounds.
Duluth Drivers Alert, Traffic Lane Closure on Third Street Starting August 26
Drivers in Duluth, brace yourselves for some traffic shifts starting tomorrow. The Third Street Reconditioning Project, which has already seen its share of work, is entering a new phase. On August 26, as reported by the City of Duluth, motorists will find the left lane of Third Street closed off from 12th Avenue E to Mesaba Avenue.
The Tribute Fest raising money for veterans with music at Bayfront
DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) - This weekend the music of Gordon Lightfoot, Alice in Chains, the Beetles, and more was ringing out for a party with a purpose. The Tribute Fest was held Friday and Saturday at Bayfront Festival Park in Duluth. This marks the 16th year for the...
Tenants Report Piles Of Trash In Lincoln Park Apartments Bldg.; Owner Responds
DULUTH, Minn. — Tenants of the Lincoln Park Apartments, formerly a middle school, are not happy with growing trash in and outside the building. Photos and video show overflowing garbage shoots and piles of trash in hallways, along with bugs. Click here for video. When FOX 21 reached out...
Lorax-inspired advocate receives award for dedication to local environmental stewardship: 'You can make a difference in your own community'
From leading an initiative that resulted in 40 miles of new trail to teaching kids about recycling and helping fight off invasive species, environmentalist Judy Gibbs has worn many hats over the years. The Duluth News Tribune tells Gibbs' story of activism in Duluth, Minnesota. She's been involved in just...
12th annual Lake Superior Dragon Boat Festival returns to Barkers Island
SUPERIOR, Wis. (Northern News Now) - An annual festival returned to Superior this weekend for its 12th year. Nicky Wilson and Brittney Johnson are lifelong Superiorites who we’re given the chance this year to help organize the Lake Superior Dragon Boat Festival as co-chairs of the event. “Getting involved...
Prep football: Superior, Northwestern and Ashland all fall short
On Friday, Superior football fell to Wausau West 41-14, Northwestern couldn’t overcome Prescott’s offensive overload – falling 42-8, and Ashland drops 20-0 against Rhinelander. Superior wouldn’t let the Warriors early lead stop them from finding some footing, with Tanner Leno finding the endzone and putting the Spartans...
Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin Could Soon Experience A ‘Rodent Rampage’ In Their Homes
You may need to charge rent to a few critters before too long. Some of us have had to deal with snakes and bugs in our houses or on our property this summer. And now, one of the best parts of fall is that all of those crawl back into the earth where they belong.
Wisconsin lakeshore counties are under an air quality advisory until 11 p.m. Saturday
Eight lakeshore Wisconsin counties are under an air quality advisory for potentially unhealthy ozone levels until 11 p.m. Saturday. Children, older adults, people working outside and those with lung or heart ailments are encouraged to take precautions for their health, according to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Here's what to know: Ozone...
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