Emma Propp

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Lincoln Park Middle School Students Learn About STEM Career Field

Nov 26, 2024 | fox21online.com | Emma Propp

DULUTH, Minn. — An event inspiring students to look into a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math field took place on Monday. The Lincoln Park Middle School in Duluth hosted a STEMpathy Career Fair. 6th and 7th graders learned from local professionals about their career paths. Representatives from Essentia and Aspirus-St. Luke’s, a forensic scientist, and different engineering companies were in attendance.
Pink Friday Celebrates Women Owned Small Businesses

Nov 25, 2024 | fox21online.com | Emma Propp

SUPERIOR, Wis. — Women owned small businesses are being celebrated over in Superior. It is all part of Pink Friday. This nationwide event takes place annually the Friday before Black Friday encouraging shoppers to shop local ahead of the holidays. This is the 2nd year the Superior Business Improvement District is celebrating this day with many deals and discounts. There are 17 businesses participating including are Artistic Florals by Leslie, Weeping Willow, Mix Cosmetiques and 2540 Coffee House.
Bentleyville Tour of Lights 2024 Season Starts Saturday

Nov 22, 2024 | fox21online.com | Emma Propp

DULUTH, Minn. — We are just one day away from the start of a popular holiday attraction in the Twin Ports. Bentleyville Tour of Lights happening at Bayfront Festival Park begins Saturday night with Santa flying in by helicopter just before 5pm, and then fireworks from 5:30 to 5:45 p.m.This is the 21st year of the light extravaganza with over 5,000,000 lights. Donations of non-perishable food items and new unwrapped toys will go towards families in need.
2024 Holiday Craft and Vendor Event in Cloquet

Nov 22, 2024 | fox21online.com | Emma Propp

CLOQUET, Minn. — Community members are all set up for the 2024 Holiday Craft and Vendor Event in Cloquet this weekend. The event starts Friday at 9 a.m. at the Cloquet Armory and Pinetree Plaza. Attendees will find handmade items, crafts, holiday gifts from local artisans, and food trucks. There will be free shuttle service between each location. The same vendors come year after year, some from the Iron Range and Minneapolis. “If you shop local and you shop small businesses everybody wins.
UMD Economics Professionals Look at Holiday Shopping Trends

Nov 21, 2024 | fox21online.com | Emma Propp

DULUTH, Minn. — With holiday shopping underway, professors at UMD are looking at how the economy may affect trends this year. The Director of the Bureau of Business and Economic Research for UMD says inflation levels have lowered to pre-pandemic levels of about 2% this year. Wages have increased faster than the rate of inflation so the average household may have more buying power than they did last season. One way to look at how prices are increasing is the Consumer Price Index or CPI.
AGO Brien Starts Remodel of Office with Wall Smashing Ceremony

Nov 21, 2024 | fox21online.com | Emma Propp

DULUTH, Minn. — A Duluth-based plumbing and heating company is remodeling their office after 90 years. AGO Brien started the reconstruction with what they call a wall smashing ceremony. The remodel of the 1934 office has been in the works for over a year now. The new space will include sound-proofing walls, a new training facility, and a more efficient layout to accommodate the growing company.
Silver Lake Walking Trail Project Completed in Virginia

Nov 20, 2024 | fox21online.com | Emma Propp

VIRGINIA, Minn. — A $1.3 million dollar project is now complete for the City of Virginia. The Silver Lake Walking Trail initially started in 2019. The bridge was a multiple phase project all to create a different way to get to schools, parks, trails, and other areas in Downtown Virginia. Part of the idea is to reduce carbon footprint allowing those to bike, walk, or wheelchair across the water. The bridge itself is about 1,830 feet long.
Annual Make a Difference Conference Takes Place in Virginia this Year

Nov 19, 2024 | fox21online.com | Emma Propp

VIRGINIA, Minn. — An event inspiring students to help make a change in their communities took place in Virginia on Monday. The Youth in Action group hosted its annual Make a Difference Conference. The mission of the event is all about educating young people to help through leadership, advocacy and service, all while making a positive change. Over 350 students registered for this event. The day featured exhibitors, student-led workshops, and a keynote speaker.
Hucklebeary Gift Shop is Ready for the Holidays

Nov 15, 2024 | fox21online.com | Emma Propp

DULUTH, Minn. — Despite the Twin Ports looking more like a cool Autumn Day, stores are wasting no time bringing out the holiday selections. Hucklebeary located on Superior Street in Duluth is catering to all of the upcoming holidays. The gift shop has Thanksgiving and Christmas decorations out. A few items include advent calendars, ornaments, and greeting cards. Employees say they try to make it a fun experience when you step into the store. “It honestly just brings the community super close.
2nd Annual Youth Wellness Leadership Summit

Nov 14, 2024 | fox21online.com | Emma Propp

SUPERIOR, Wis. — An event encouraging youth to learn more about wellness and mental health took place in Superior on Wednesday. The Northwest Wisconsin Lung Health Alliance hosted its second annual Youth Wellness Leadership Summit. The event took place at the University of Wisconsin-Superior. About 125 middle and high school students participating. The day consisted of breakout sessions and information tables.