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Wisconsin Offers Free Weekend of Camping, Fishing, ATV Riding, and Fun in June

Nick Cooper — Tue, 21 May 2013 17:11:11 +0000

The Wisconsin DNR has announced plans to give residents and visitors the opportunity to enjoy many outdoor activities like fishing, enjoying state parks, or riding on ATV trails without having to pay any fees or licenses. The Wisconsin DNR will offer a fee holiday for several outdoor activities the first weekend of June, with some activities [...]

Man Breaks Guinness World Record, Riding Chicago's Navy Pier Ferris Wheel for Over Two Days [VIDEO]

Jeanne Ryan — Tue, 21 May 2013 17:00:02 +0000

Talk about someone who loves their job, Navy Pier Manager Clint Shepard decided to ride the historical Ferris Wheel Ride for over 48 hours to keep the record where it belongs in Chicago!

Cubs Fan Shields Flying Baseball From His Wife and In Turn Gets Beer Dumped on His Head [VIDEO]

Jeanne Ryan — Mon, 20 May 2013 21:05:36 +0000

So much for chivalry now a days it could get you a beer in the face. One couple of Cubs Fans found instant fame as the game was broadcast on T.V. only to show a woman dousing her husband with suds. If you have ever been lucky enough to go to Wrigley Field it is [...]

4th of July Events and Fireworks in Duluth / Superior [UPDATED 2013]

Tony Hart — Fri, 17 May 2013 22:06:22 +0000

237 years ago freedom was born in the United States and every year we celebrate our freedom, our values and our Country on the Fourth of July! If you’re looking for something to do this 4th, look no further, here are the Top 5 things to do this Independence Day. Hairball Photo 4 Party in [...]

Who are Justin Roberts and the Not Ready for Naptime Players? [VIDEO]

Laura Peterson — Tue, 14 May 2013 20:20:19 +0000

Mix 108 is excited to bring Justin Roberts and the Not Ready for Naptime Players to the Twin Ports for the first time ever for two shows on June 15th at the College of St. Scholastica. You may be asking yourself, "Who in the heck are Justin Roberts and the Not Ready for Naptime Players?" Well, here's your answer!

Volunteers Needed for Grandma's Marathon 2013

Laura Peterson — Mon, 13 May 2013 20:34:16 +0000

We’re just over a month away from the 37th Grandma’s Marathon. Wow, already? There was just snow on the ground a week ago! If you love the atmosphere of marathon weekend, but haven’t trained and only run when necessary–you’re not alone. And you can still be a part of this amazing weekend. Grandma’s Marathon is [...]

Get out and Golf for a Great Cause with CASDA's "Tee Off to End Violence"

Laura Peterson — Thu, 09 May 2013 20:30:27 +0000

Everyone is invited to join CASDA’s staff and volunteers as they “Tee Off to End Abuse” on June 21st. It’s “fore” a great cause! CASDA (Center Against Sexual and Domestic Abuse) uses the proceeds from this event to continue providing services to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse. The second annual golf [...]

Register for Saturday's 29th Annual YWCA Mother's Day Walk/5K Run

Laura Peterson — Mon, 06 May 2013 19:58:53 +0000

Mix 108 is proud to be a sponsor again this year for the 29th Annual YWCA Mother’s Day Walk/Run. The 5K run was started 29 years ago by Betty Brasgala. As an avid runner, she saw the need for a women-only event in Duluth to inspire women to “get off the sidelines”. After three years, Betty chose to affiliate the race with the YWCA.

How to Help with City of Duluth Green and Clean Events

Laura Peterson — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 20:47:50 +0000

The City of Duluth has announced a few upcoming Clean and Green events that are open to the community. You can be a part of making Duluth beautiful and cleaner place this spring. If you’d like to volunteer, you are encouraged to show up at any of the events listed below. No pre-registration is required. [...]

Registration Now Open for the Park Point 5-Miler

Laura Peterson — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 18:20:56 +0000

Need a race that keeps you running…AFTER Grandma’s Marathon weekend is over? Registration is now open for northern Minnesota’s oldest road race! The 42nd annual Park Point 5-Miler is scheduled for Friday, July 19, beginning at 5:30 p.m. The Park Point 5-Miler will be a great event for the whole family, with youth races for [...]

Minnesota Twins Celebrate Classic Baseball Movie The Sandlot With a Screening at Target Field [VIDEO]

Jeanne Ryan — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 17:47:32 +0000

Baseball is truly the All American Sport played on fields all across the country, as kids dream of making it to the big show. The Minnesota Twins have embraced the upcoming 20th Anniversary release of the movie “The Sandlot” which will be re-released in a special DVD and Blue Ray edition. Everyone should see this [...]

Hungry? Check Out Eat Downtown-Duluth Restaurant Week!

Laura Peterson — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 22:21:21 +0000

Now through April 21st, you can check out delicious food at a great price as part of Eat Downtown-Duluth Restaurant Week. It's a fantastic way to grab lunch with friends, or have a date night out. Local restaurants have multi-coursed, pre-fixed price menus that are worth every penny! Lunches are available for $10 and Dinner will be offered at $20.

Downtown Duluth Detours for Fitger's 5K on Saturday

Laura Peterson — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 22:58:05 +0000

If you’re going to be out and about on Saturday morning (April 20th) you should be aware of these detours through downtown due to the 24th Annual Fitger’s 5K. The Duluth Police Department has issued this Traffic Advisory: Beginning at 8:30 a.m. traffic will be diverted from portions of Superior Street in Downtown Duluth, Lake [...]

Mini Golfers Hit Downtown for the First Ever Duluth Pub and Putt [PHOTO GALLERY]

Staff Writer — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 03:11:04 +0000

Mini golfers from around the Twin Ports putted their way around Downtown Duluth on Saturday (April 13) for the first ever Duluth Pub and Putt event. In an endeavor between the radio stations of Townsquare Media and the Greater Downtown Council, golfers visited seven different mini golf holes hosted at downtown bars and restaurants. Each [...]

Polar Bear 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk This Weekend in Superior

Laura Peterson — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 23:06:28 +0000

If you’re training for any one of Grandma’s Marathon races and need a 5K for training–here’s your event! Saturday, April 13th is the 4th Annual Polar Bear 5K Run and Walk to raise money for Northern Lights Elementary School in Superior. The race started 3 years ago as a fundraiser for Bryant Elementary School when [...]

Marine Pilot Sends Heartfelt Wedding Message From His Jet to His Brother [VIDEO]

Jeanne Ryan — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 17:54:16 +0000

The Internet is full of awesome videos of Soldiers reuniting with family or sending messages home, but this one is truly amazing to me. Many life events that happen and are truly cherished make it that much harder when certain loved ones are not present, so this U.S. Marine Pilot decided to get a little [...]

Spring Break is Hard on Smartphones

Jeanne Ryan — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 20:17:44 +0000

Would you believe the latest statistic about Spring Break for college students involves broken or lost Smartphones? Boy how things have changed. I have been on a couple Spring Break getaways back in the day, and believe it or not we did not even have cell phones of any kind. Gasp! How did we even [...]

Update: Kate Upton Says Sorry Dude, I Can't Be Your Prom Date After All

Jeanne Ryan — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 01:11:19 +0000

Millions of guys are sighing all over the world as news of the L.A. high school kid who asked Kate Upton to the prom getting shot down spreads. Jake Davidson posted a video on YouTube asking Kate to his Prom, and much to his surprise he actually got a response. Twenty year old Upton actually [...]

Auditions to be Held Next Week for "Rubber Chicken Theater" Production

Laura Peterson — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 21:31:23 +0000

If you’ve got any experience acting, or think you can act, then here’s a chance for you to show the Twin Ports what you’ve got! Rubber Chicken Theater is holding auditions for a new comedy, Motherhood Out Loud, on Tuesday, March 26th. According to the Rubber Chicken Theater, the auditions will be for held Tuesday, [...]

Grandma's Marathon's William A. Irvin 5K Registration Opens March 14th

Laura Peterson — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 22:56:29 +0000

Want to take part in Grandma's Marathon Weekend's shortest race? Registration for the William A. Irvin 5K will open to the first 1,900 registrants on Thursday, March 14th. Last year the race reached capacity in about a month, so if running this race is on your list register as soon as you can!