Kenny Johnson

Duluth

Multimedia Journalist at WDIO-TV (Duluth, MN)

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Siiviis Gallery to celebrate their 30th anniverary

6 days ago | wdio.com | Kenny Johnson

Siiviis Gallery is turning 30 this month and to celebrate all their years uplifting local artists they are hosting a golden birthday party on May 30th and on May 31st. The gallery is located right in the heart in Canal Park. Friday, May 30th from 5:00pm-7:00pm, they’ll host an opening reception with live music, a social hour, and exclusive giveaways. Saturday, May 31st from 11:00am-2:00pm, they’ll have live painting, refreshments, and more giveaways.
New additions to Bent Paddle's 12th Festiversary

6 days ago | wdio.com | Kenny Johnson

New fun is in store for Bent Paddle's 12th Festiversary. Bent Paddle Brewing is celebrating it’s May birthday by hosting its 12th Festiversary block party. Saturday, May 9, the brewers take over a section of Bent paddle with live music, activities, and of course their beers. This year they are inviting local vendors so you can sip while you shop. Another new thing they are introducing is the thrifty ticket.
Students Students and staff swap roles for Hermantown One Act Festival

1 week ago | wdio.com | Kenny Johnson

Monday, May 12th Hermantown theatre kids are hopping into the director’s chair for the Hermantown Once Act Festival as they direct the adult staff of the school. 5 different groups of students were tasked with directing staff members. Some with theatre experience and some with not. “It’s interesting! It’s like kind of cool to be in that position where you’re directing someone with an authority,” says junior Kendell Devleiger.
Governor Walz announces record number of jobs created from public-private partnerships

1 week ago | wdio.com | Kenny Johnson

Thursday, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz announced that state business programs have helped create or retain a record 4,750 jobs in Minnesota this fiscal year. According to the the Governor’s Office: Since July 1, 2024, the Department of Employment and Economic Development’s (DEED) Job Creation Fund and Minnesota Investment Fund have supported 23 business expansions that will collectively create or retain nearly 4,750 jobs – the most since the programs’ inception in 2004.
In Otter News: The SeaQuest reptile roommates

1 week ago | wdio.com | Kenny Johnson

The Lake Superior Zoo is introducing us to two reptile roommates they rescued from SeaQuest. Rescued animals from SeaQuest are still adjusting to their new homes at the Lake Superior Zoo. Right now they have a python and a tegu, which is a type of lizard, staying at the Griggs Learning Center. Their python is not fully grown yet but their Ambassador Animal keep Daniel Johnson said the snake species is huge. “These guys on an average could get upwards of 22 feet.
Duluth East and Denfeld proms get the red carpet treatment

1 week ago | wdio.com | Kenny Johnson

We got a look into the Duluth East and Denfeld proms that took place over the weekend. This weekend both Denfeld High School and Duluth East High School hosted their proms. Duluth East’s was located at the DECC and Denfeld’s was at The Clyde Iron Works Malting Building. At Duluth East they have sophomores help out at prom. They have students working the snack table, taking pictures, helping with snacks, and being the DJ’s. “We’re kind of like the backbone of prom.
Hundreds of Puzzler's prepare for The Duluth Jigsaw Puzzle Contest

1 week ago | wdio.com | Kenny Johnson

Hundreds of puzzlers are getting ready to compete at the DECC this Saturday. Puzzlers from across the Northland are ready to swap puzzles and compete this weekend all for the Duluth Jigsaw Contest. Friday was the Puzzle Swap, which was hosted at Wild State Cider from 4:00pm-9:00pm. To find more out about the two day event you can check out the details here. Saturday is the jigsaw puzzle contest at the DECC. Here’s the full schedule:Three and Four Person Contest at 8:30 to 10:30 am.
Sadkin to film a VR music video of their Homegrown performance

1 week ago | wdio.com | Kenny Johnson

The band Sadkin is preparing to shoot a virtual reality music video at Homegrown Friday that will give audiences a 360 degree view. The band Sadkin is excited to film a virtual reality music video Friday, which will immerse viewers into their Homegrown set at the Moorish Room in the Greysolon building. The bad performs and films the video at 9:30“That is where we’re headed, and that’s what I wanted to try to explore and participate in,” says Sadkin’s singer Max.
Immigration Solidarity Protest reacts to ICE incident

2 weeks ago | wdio.com | Kenny Johnson

After an apparent ICE arrests back in February, the Immigration Solidarity Protest has been protesting in Lakeside, and on Thursday another ICE spotting has fueled the flames. The protest’s organizer Kalise Deroche says the protested started out as three and has grown to now three dozen.
Hibbing teachers take on the Harlem Wizards

2 weeks ago | wdio.com | Kenny Johnson

Thursday, teachers from Hibbing schools are going up against the professional Harlem Wizards in a big fundraiser game for the students at Lincoln Middle School. Doors open at 6:00pm Thursday with the game starting at 7:00. The Wizards will take on a team of local “hometown heroes” called the Hibbing Faculty All Stars, made up of Hibbing Schools teachers and staff.