As the Northland Anticipates the Christmas City of the North Parade, the Macy...
It's a family tradition for many. Eat, eat, eat and watch the parade (before the football). I hadn't even given a thought to the fact that New York City's Macy Day Thanksgiving Parade equipment COULD...
View ArticleWhat is Figgy Pudding, Besides Lyrics of a Christmas Song? [Recipe]
What IS figgy pudding? Well, based on my research, it a pudding containing figs that is most often made during Christmas. It can be cooked a bunch of different ways, baked, steamed in the oven,...
View ArticleMark Your Calendar to be at the Closing Ceremonies of Bentleyville – ALL FREE
I have a confession. I have never experienced Bentleyville in person, like ever. Not even before it was moved to Bayfront Festival Park. But, after the controversy and the threat that things may...
View ArticleWhat IS a Tom and Jerry, Besides a Traditional Christmas Cocktail? [Video]
A Tom and Jerry is a traditional Christmastime cocktail that a British journalist came up with in the 1820s. It is most commonly seen in Wisconsin and Minnesota and uses eggnog with brandy and rum...
View ArticleFamily Fun at the Heritage Sport Center TONIGHT Skate FREE with Special...
The big day is approaching, but Santa and Rudolph are going to take a little time out for FUN! It might be the last time you get to tell Santa what you want him to bring you for Christmas! Continue...
View ArticleEvoke Smiles at the Easter Table with Taste of Home's Orange Glazed Bunny Rolls
If you're like me, you're always looking for something new, something different, something unique to put on your holiday table. These whimsical Orange Glazed Bunny Rolls from Taste of Home are just...
View ArticleThis Fourth of July Look Styling in Your Fun-Wear T-shirt
My daughter has spent almost every 4th of July at the family's lake property with ALL her cousins and dad's family making memories and enjoying picnics, parades and fireworks. They would often do a...
View ArticleFunny Or Offensive? What Are Your Thoughts On Controversial Holiday Ad [VIDEO]
I'm not going to lie, the first time I saw this commercial my jaw dropped. Then, after I uttered an OMG, my daughter and I looked at each other and burst out laughing. Now, I'm surprised to hear that...
View ArticleInteresting Facts About the Peppermint Stick AKA: Candy Cane [Video]
Candy canes, what do you know about them? The most popular flavor is peppermint, they're red and white striped and usually only available around Christmas. Some people eat them, others use...
View ArticleBest Places to Get Christmas Trees in Duluth / Superior – Our Top Picks
Picking out the perfect Christmas tree is a holiday tradition for many. During the months of November and December, you can find people on every corner selling trees. The question is, where does one go...
View ArticleDon't Just Color Your Easter Eggs This Year, Tie-Dye Them! [VIDEO]
It's not too soon to be thinking about Easter, April 20, it comes early this year. What will you do to make coloring eggs different, more challenging or eggs-citing? Ok, overused play on...
View ArticleAn Important Memorial Day Reminder From Cathy Kates To Share
Memorial Day Weekend is coming up the end of this week, are you ready? Besides getting ready for your picnics, camping and opening up the cabin, you also need to remember why the day exists. Every...
View ArticleHeads Up To Downtown Duluth Drivers: Christmas Tree Delivery On Friday Morning
If you work or need to drive in the downtown Duluth area on Friday, November 7 here's your warning. A HUGE Christmas tree deliver is going to take place in the morning so you may need to alter your...
View ArticleAvoid Holiday Stress & Disappointment; Pick The Right Gift And Ship Early
It's starting. We were at the Mall of America this past weekend and it took us half an hour to find a parking spot. We waited in line to eat, make a purchase, pee and even to use the escalator. We...
View ArticleDTA Offers FREE Bus Fares And Shuttles On Thanksgiving Day
In the giving spirit, the DTA is again partnering with the College of St. Scholastica and the National Bank of Commerce to offer FREE bus rides on Thanksgiving Day. It's the 25th consecutive year that...
View ArticleTime Saver: Wrap A Gift In Ten Seconds [VIDEO]
Ken and I have always volunteered to wrap gifts at the Salvation Army gift wrap booth at the mall. We volunteer, we didn't say we were good at it. In fact, we pretty much have anxiety all day, wait...
View ArticleCheck Out The Lighthouse Center For Vision Loss Store For Gift Ideas
I pass by the Lighthouse Center for Vision Loss, 4505 West Superior Street (also known as Duluth LIghthouse for the Blind) every time I head to our neighborhood grocery store. When I was a Duluth...
View ArticleLast Minute Holiday Gift: Lake Superior Zoo Membership, New Hours Announced
Looking for that last minute gift? No worries, the Lake Superior Zoo has the gift of membership that the receiver can enjoy multiple times all year long! You won't have to use gas, you won't have to...
View ArticleChief Warrant Officer Jason Johansen Wishes His Hometown Of Duluth Happy...
I'm almost certain that everyone in the Northland either has a family member or knows of someone who serves in one of our Armed Forces. The holidays are always a tough time for those families when...
View ArticleSt. Patrick's Day Recipe: Taste of Home's Easy Colcannon
I saw the picture of this Taste of Home recipe and was enticed. But what does Colcannon mean? It's an irish word meaning white-headed cabbage. It's a traditional Irish dish and looks yummy!...
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