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Local Coronavirus Hotlines

Do you have a question about COVID-19? Local health officials have put together hotlines that the community can call with questions related to the new coronavirus and learn more about available resources.

Essentia Health opens donation drop-off site

Essentia Health has opened a donation drop-off site at its Miller Hill location. From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., people can bring donations of N95 masks or other unopened Personal Protective Equipment to be distributed to healthcare workers.

Details: Wis. "Safer at Home" order may last one month

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers has released details of his "Safer at Home" order, which is now scheduled to take effect at 8 a.m. Wednesday and may remain in effect for a month. The order prohibits all nonessential travel, with some exceptions.

Lake Superior Railroad Museum Starts Video Tours

Looking for something fun to do online? The Lake Superior Railroad Museum is offering daily video tours on several social media platforms. The short segments will take you into the museum, even while it's closed.

Duluth Strong website allows people to help first responders and others

Some Duluth businesses are working together to make sure our first responders and others get fed during this difficult time. They've launched a website, and you can purchase a gift card to help.

Local coronavirus hotlines

Here are phone numbers for local coronavirus hotlines.

First ship contest launches for 2020 shipping season

It's another sign that spring is just around the corner. The annual First Ship Contest is underway. Guess when you think the season's first ocean-going vessel will pass under Duluth's Aerial Lift Bridge.

Survey for Superior Broadband Improvements

City leaders in Superior are focusing on improving broadband service, and are asking the community to take a survey.

Minnesota Task Force Takes Aim at Prescription Drug Prices

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has unveiled a task force report that makes 14 separate recommendations for lowering prescription drug prices. They range from new legislation to stronger enforcement action.

Where to Find MeTV WDIO2

MeTV is carried on the WDIO-DT2 and WIRT-DT2 broadcast signals, as well as most Northland cable systems and DISH Network.

Donate to Black Woods Blizzard Tour

To donate to Black Woods Blizzard Tour, visit https://www.neversurrenderinc.org/site/TR?fr_id=1040&pg=entry

Poster Contest for Kids in Cook County

The Oral Health Task Force in Cook County is holding a poster contest for kids, so they can demonstrate what they know about healthy teeth.

Time's up for 'Totes:' New Batch of Banned Words is Out

Lake Superior State University is out with its 45th annual list of words or phrases that should be retired. At the top of the list: quid pro quo.

Poll Shows Unchanged Views on Trump Impeachment in Wisconsin

A new poll of Wisconsin voters finds 40% support for removing President Donald Trump from office, the same as last month. Marquette University Pollster Charles Franklin says that shows “people are dug in.”

MAGENTA Study

The MAGENTA study is looking for women who may qualify for a free genetic testing opportunity for breast and ovarian cancer.

No Major Impacts on Lake Superior Found from Line 3 Pipeline

An updated environmental review of Enbridge's Line 3 pipeline replacement project has found no serious impacts on Lake Superior from hypothetical spills. Enbridge hopes to start construction next year if it receives final approval.

Duluth Increases Score on Equality Index

The City of Duluth has seen a large increase in its score from a group that examines inclusivity of the LGBTQ community in municipal laws, policies, and services. The Human Rights Campaign's Municipal Equality Index gives Duluth a score of 86, up from 57 last year.

Survey For Improving Food Access in Cloquet

Take the survey to provide feedback on what Second Harvest Northern Lakes Food Bank can do to increase food access in Cloquet.

List of Roads in Duluth to be Repaired in 2020

The condition of the streets in Duluth has been a hot topic for residents. Over 18.6 miles of streets will be repaired in 2020.

Angel Foundation

For more information on the Angel Foundation, which organizes Camp Angel, visit https://mnangel.org/.

Kaul Asks for Public Input on Official Legal Opinions

Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul is looking for public comment as he drafts legal opinions. Kaul has set up a new website where people can comment on pending requests for attorney general opinions.

Smartphone App Allows Users to Screen for Scoliosis at Home

Scoliosis screening used to be done in most schools, but now it can be done at home on a smartphone.

Lighthouse Center for Vision Loss Celebrating 100 Years

The Lighthouse Center for Vision Loss is celebrating 100 years of helping the community with a reception on Thursday at the Depot.

Firefighter Among 2 Killed in Wis. Shooting

A firefighter and a civilian are dead after an altercation at an Appleton, Wis., transit center. Firefighter Mitch Lundgaard, a 14-year veteran of the Appleton Fire Department, was married and had three children.

Mueller Report Says Trump Sought to Seize Control of Russia Probe

Special counsel Robert Mueller's report says President Donald Trump repeatedly sought to seize control of the Russia probe. The report scrutinizes 10 incidents, including Trump's firing of FBI Director James Comey, the president's directive to have Mueller fired, and efforts to encourage witnesses not to cooperate.

Wis. Poll Shows Support for Legalized Pot, Not for Gas Tax Hike

A new Marquette University poll shows Wisconsin residents support key portions of Gov. Tony Evers' agenda, including raising the minimum wage, spending more on special education and legalizing medical marijuana. But most opposed to Evers' proposed gas tax increase.

Donate for Emergency Preparedness Kits for St. Louis County Schools

You can help donate to the emergency preparedness kits for St. Louis County Schools, by bringing items to any American Bank branch.

GoFundMe Page for Lori Becicka

After a successful benefit on Saturday, Lori Becicka's friends have now set up a GoFundMe page to help her go to Texas for alternative treatments. The Pengilly woman is battling terminal bladder cancer.

Report Rebuffs Most Allegations about Opioid Use at Tomah VA

Federal inspectors say there's no evidence that opioids were being "indiscriminately prescribed" at the Tomah Veterans Affairs Medical Center despite years of allegations. The report does say the hospital can improve on its pain treatments.

Help Hibbing Community College Rename Buildings

Hibbing Community College is looking for input on renaming some of their buildings and common spaces.

Labrador Retriever May Become Minnesota's Official Dog Breed

A group of lawmakers is working to make the Labrador retriever the official dog breed of Minnesota. The supporters include DFL Senator David Tomassoni and Repubilcan Sen. Carrie Ruud.

Donate to Help Fight ALS: Black Woods Blizzard Tour

The 20th Annual Black Woods Blizzard Tour is full but there are other ways to show your support to fight this devastating disease.

Full Press Conference: Police Discuss Emergency Response at UMD

Police at University of Minnesota-Duluth discuss efforts to take a suicidal man into custody who made a threat against the University.

Webcam Shows Eagles Tending Nest in Arizona

Officials with the Arizona Game and Fish Department have begun live-streaming from a video cam set up near a bald eagle nest on Lake Pleasant outside Phoenix.

More US Beef Being Recalled over Salmonella Fears

More U.S. beef is being recalled because it may be contaminated with salmonella. A unit of Brazil's JBS is now recalling a total of more than 12 million pounds of raw beef that was shipped around the country.

Elm Pet Foods, Others Recall Dog Food over Vitamin D

Elm Pet Foods is the latest maker of dog food to issue a recall over elevated levels of vitamin D, which can cause kidney failure at high enough levels. Similar recalls have been issued by ANF Inc., Sunshine Mills Inc., Natural Life Pet Products, and Nutrisca over the last month.

Minnesota DNR Launches New EagleCam

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has launched a new "EagleCam."

Jennie-O Recalling Ground Turkey in Salmonella Outbreak

Jennie-O-Turkey is recalling more than 91,000 pounds of raw turkey in an ongoing salmonella outbreak. The products include 1-pound packages of raw, ground turkey that had a use-by date of October 1 or 2, but could still be in freezers.

Survey: Rural Economy Being Hurt by Tariffs, Low Prices

For the first time this year, a monthly survey indicates the rural economy in the Midwest and Plains is shrinking. An economist says the survey of bankers in Minnesota and nine other states indicates the farm sector continues to be weakened by tariffs and low commodity prices.

Minnesota HS Football Player Out of Hospital after Collapse

A Twin Cities high school football player is out of the hospital after collapsing during a playoff game last month. Hill-Murray senior lineman Zach Zarembinski was treated for a brain bleed.

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