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Detroit Lakes woman's kimonos are 'drop dead gorgeous' to mosquitoes — literally

Barb Owen Boerger's kimonos and sarongs are pretty, but they're pretty poison to the flies, mosquitoes and pesky bugs that dare to land on them.

Lifestyle

Duluth artist uses ice to dye vintage pieces brilliant colors

Maria Combs makes colorful magic with her upcycling business.

Jan 25

Business

Manufacturers express 'fear of recession' in statewide survey

Industrywide concerns over health care costs and inflation superseded concerns of attracting qualified workers in 2024.

Jan 17

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Jade Fountain owner plans artistic space, music venue in Superior

The historic Boston Block building will offer a mix of opportunities.

Jan 17

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Business

Pho'licious opens in former Taste of Saigon spot

The authentic Vietnamese restaurant is under new ownership and management.

Jan 16

By Brielle Bredsten

Lifestyle

Pandemic doodle project becomes side hustle for Duluthian

Teri Glembin started drawing and color a Dala horse shape every day for a month in early 2020. Now she shows her art at several galleries around the Twin Ports.

Jan 12

By Teri Cadeau

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Lifestyle

Meet Your Neighbor: Duluth man jams out on guitars, keeps them rocking

Mitch Pitoscia has a small business repairing guitars and amps and also a long history with music and Duluth.

Jan 4

By Teri Cadeau

Lifestyle

Duluth crafter shifts from sticks to stitches in leather

Deb Manhart found a passion for leatherwork creations after chronic pain stopped her chef career.

Jan 2

By Teri Cadeau

Letters

Reader's View: Don’t attack dignity of Lincoln Park bus riders

We've all met people who seem to think workers and neighbors should be used and not seen.

Dec 27, 2024

By Hadrian DeMaioribus, Duluth

Sparks fly while a man uses a saw to make adjustments to a steel clock face.

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Business

Iron Pine Crafters offers decor to light up North Shore

The newly launched business operates from a Duluth-based home workshop, distributing nature-inspired lighting in shops along Lake Superior.

Dec 24, 2024

By Brielle Bredsten

Business

Baby Moon & Kids opens in East Hillside

The new children's boutique is across from the Danny Duluth consignment store.

Dec 17, 2024

By Brielle Bredsten

Business

Lincoln Park business owners petition over DTA bus stop

Road and utility work on 1.65 miles of West Superior Street will be done in phases from 2025-2028.

Dec 11, 2024

By Brielle Bredsten

Lifestyle

Part-time planner takes stress out of events

Cassandra Schick helps her clients "Get Schick Done."

Dec 8, 2024

By Teri Cadeau

Business

Sleepy Sparrow nestles into Lincoln Park Craft District

The new gift shop took over the former VFW space, 2022 W. Superior St.

Nov 28, 2024

By Brielle Bredsten