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In Minnesota's small tourist towns, there's trepidation over visitors
Northern Minnesota's Cook County usually welcomes visitors, but now wants to keep COVID-19 at bay.
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Grandma's in Duluth lays off 350 workers, OMC Smokehouse closes amid coronavirus chaos
The group is among several restaurants closing up shop until the state gives green light to open.
Duluth
Duluth taking deep dive into Spirit Mountain's finances after bailout
The mayor will put together a task force and an economic impact study.
Duluth
Animal sanctuary fire in northwest Wisconsin kills 2 Great Danes
Other dogs on the property near Siren were spared.
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First case of COVID-19 confirmed in Douglas County, Wis.
The case is connected to travel, authorities said.
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Lutsen Resort announces it will close until April 30
The ski area will end its season Sunday, more than a month early.
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Minnesota's taconite plants trying to stay open despite coronavirus effects
Ore plants and workers are juggling a new world of fear, no school and strict sick leave, plus the temporary loss of one of its biggest markets.
Duluth
Glencore putting up to $30M more in Minnesota copper-nickel mining project
It's money needed to continue fighting legal battles over its proposed copper-nickel mine in northeastern Minnesota.
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Pretty stinkin' cute: Skunks explore empty Great Lakes Aquarium in Duluth
While the attraction is closed to the public, Scoops and Snacks got time to roam free.
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With no cases Up North, Duluth hospitals warn against a 'false sense of security'
First confirmed case in Bayfield County, Wis., brings virus to Twin Ports doorstep.
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Fund established to help Duluth area charities during this 'triple threat'
Duluth nonprofits band together to help meet increased needs.
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Minnesota requests elusive U.S. Forest Service study on copper mining effects
The Minnesota DNR said it needs the research for its review of Twin Metals' copper-mine plan.
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How one Minnesota school crammed to get 860 classes online as COVID-19 keeps students away
College of St. Scholastica professors become 'makeshift videographers' to prep newly digital courses.
Duluth
Federal judge hands Twin Metals major win in fight over mining near Boundary Waters
Copper-mining opponents assailed the decision as a "slap in the face."
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Duluth distillery puts alcohol to work in fight against COVID-19
Vikre Distillery joins several distilleries nationwide that are giving away sanitizer amid crisis.
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Mystic Lake to close temporarily, joining other casinos around the state
Mystic Lake limits bingo to 250 people, blackjack tables to three.
Duluth
Duluth tearing down housing for new $36 million Essentia parking ramp downtown
Essentia will donate $1.4 million toward an affordable housing project.
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Duluth declares local emergency, promises needed services will continue
The move allows the city to request and coordinate aid.
Local
Minnesota's craft breweries hit by one-two punch as taprooms close and keg sales tank
Closing of taprooms, loss of other outlets put them in serious financial bind.
Duluth
Superior, Douglas County declare emergencies ahead of 'potential crisis'
Some offices will close, though services still available.
Duluth
N. Minnesota driver admits having meth in system when he struck teen pushing stroller, killing 2-year-old
The 39-year-old motorist faces a sentence of up to 8¾ years.
Duluth
As icebreaker preps for Great Lakes shipping, shippers hope for more
Mild temps and thin ice make shippers' pitch for better ice breaking equipment a tougher sell.
Duluth
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Duluth hoping hit from canceled events lessened by social distancing Up North
Hockey playoffs and two conventions have been shut down, but desire by some to stay closer to home could mitigate the effects.
Duluth
University of Minnesota Regents give initial approval to sale of Duluth's KUMD public radio station
UMD would sell the station to WDSE for $175,000.
Duluth
Iron Range producer Cleveland Cliffs buys AK Steel in stock exchange deal
Deal creates combined firm that can now both mine and convert iron ore into steel.
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