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Miners down Roseau, get that No. 2 seed in Northwest Border League
HIBBING—It took the Hibbing amateur baseball team a couple of innings to get going, but the Miners laid claim to the No. 2 seed in the Northwest Border playoffs. Trailing 2-1 in the bottom of the fourth inning, Hibbing erupted for eight runs and never looked back en route to a 13-2, seven-inning, 10-run rule victory over Roseau Saturday at Al Nyberg Field. The victory extended the Miners winning streak...
1 dead in rural Itasca County crash
DEER LAKE, Minn. (Northern News Now) - A 91-year-old man has died after being injured in a car crash last week. According to the Minnesota State Patrol, the crash happened on the afternoon of July 18 on Highway 38, about 15 minutes from Grand Rapids. Investigators say a Dodge Ram...
Head of restaurant association hopes short-term pain from RNC leads to long-term gain
MILWAUKEE – Many restaurants and bars didn’t reap the economic benefits of the Republican National Convention. “There were (restaurants) staffed up, were open, and no one was there,” said Kristine Hillmer, CEO of the Wisconsin Restaurant Association. “They had expenses, labor, supplies, in their facility. But we do know one of the reasons why we wanted the RNC to come here was for future long game.”
Twins get screwed by lame loophole in fan interference rule vs. Brewers
While most eyes in Twins Territory were fixed 1,100 miles away from Target Field and on Joe Mauer's Hall of Fame induction speech, some chaos broke out in the Twins-Brewers game. Milwaukee took a late lead in the eighth inning on a Rhys Hoskins home run that initially looked like...
‘The Kitchen’ owners recognized for good deeds around Superior
SUPERIOR, Wis. (Northern News Now) - A Superior couple was recognized for their dedication to the community. On Monday, Representative Angie Sapik (R-Lake Nebagamon) and Senator Romaine Quinn (R-Cameron) presented a “Legislative Citation” to Ed Flood and his late wife Theresa, who ran “The Kitchen” in Superior.
Eminem’s Ex-Wife Kim Mathers Spotted With Apparent Facial Injury in Rare Outing 2 Years After Suicide Attempt
Eminem‘s ex-wife, Kim Mathers, was spotted looking worse for wear as she made a rare outing near her home in Michigan nearly three years after her attempt to take her life. In photos obtained by In Touch, Kim, 49, showed off her new short pixie cut held up with a bandana. She rocked a black tank top and a pair of grey sweatpants.
Former UWS Forward Jordan Martin Re-Signs with Indy Fuel
SUPERIOR, Wis.- A former UWS Yellowjacket is staying put with his current team. Forward Jordan Martin has re-signed with the Indy Fuel. In 35 games last season, Martin had two goals and six assists. He’s also had stints with the Toledo Walleye and the Birmingham Bulls. Martin last suited...
Veterans Experience Boundary Waters Getaway
SUPERIOR Wi. — Veterans are taking a nature trip to celebrate serving our country. A handful of veterans are heading out on a weeklong getaway to the Boundary Waters in Ely. The participants will do activities such as fishing, canoeing, and playing cards. This free annual trip has been going on for eight years now, and each time, the participants take something away from it. It’s a great opportunity for storytelling, and a time for bonding with each other.
School leaders spend time learning during the 2024 Summer Superintendent Session
School may be out for summer. But superintendents from across the Northland are spending time learning about the latest issues. They are attending the 2024 Summer Superintendent Session, hosted by ARCC, Arrowhead Regional Computing Consortium. ARCC provides training and support to area school districts. “The topics change each year,” shared...
Grant Funded Shopping Spree for Boys and Girls Club of the Northland
DULUTH, Minn.– School will be in full swing soon enough. And one local organization received a grant for that special time of year. The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Northland paired up with Kohl’s to help them with school supplies this fall. Since 2019, Kohl’s has partnered up with the organization, supporting the youth across the nation. The Duluth Boys and Girls Club was selected and received a $2,000 grant. The retail store had an event Monday where organizers shopped for the things they need. The work they are doing is noticed by the kids.
Bellisio's Italian Restaurant wins Wine Spectator award
Bellisio's Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar, a staple in the culinary scene of Duluth, has been awarded the prestigious “Best of Award of Excellence” by Wine Spectator for the 25th consecutive year. The award recognizes Bellisio's outstanding wine selection and commitment to providing guests with an exceptional dining experience.
17th Annual Reggae and World Music Festival Takes Place in Duluth
DULUTH, Minn. — Duluth’s Bayfront Festival Park was full of dancing, culture, and connecting on Saturday. It was all part of the 17th Annual Reggae and World Music Festival. More than a half-dozen artists shared their music with the crowd. Food trucks were there, too, offering Jamaican dishes and other food from different cultures. For some, reggae fest is about connecting with their roots, and celebrating where they came from.
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