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Powerball Jackpot at $550 Million for Saturday–What Would You Spend it on if You Won?

Laura Peterson — Fri, 17 May 2013 23:14:43 +0000

We've ALL fantasized about what we would do if we won the Powerball, right? I mean, even if you believe that money can't buy happiness, we've all run the options through our heads. I asked the Mix 108 staff what they would buy if they won Saturday's $550 Million Powerball drawing, and I got some pretty ~~jacked up~~ great answers!

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 [...]

Beyonce Is Pregnant With Second Child

Amy Sciarretto — Fri, 17 May 2013 19:22:04 +0000

While sources dismissed all the pregnancy talk surrounding Beyonce as a bunch of "silly" nonsense, new insiders have confirmed the opposite. The singer is pregnant with her second child.

Wisconsin DNR Determines the Cause of the Germann Road Fire Near Barnes, WI

Nick Cooper — Thu, 16 May 2013 17:19:02 +0000

Law enforcement and DNR authorities have confirmed the cause of a blaze that burned around 9,000 acres of land near Barnes, Wisconsin through the middle of this week. Authorities announced via Twitter they found the fire was caused by logging equipment in the area. According to the DNR, one of the loggers attempted to extinguish [...]

Shakira Confirms That She's Leaving 'The Voice'

Cassandra Rose — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:55:05 +0000

With Christina Aguilera set to reclaim her spinning chair on 'The Voice,' current female judge Shakira and her truthful hips are planning an exit, saying the constant travel is wearing out her newborn baby.

Wildfire Near Barnes, WI Fully Contained By Crews But Fire Danger Continues Through Region UPDATE [PHOTOS + FIRE MAP]

Nick Cooper — Thu, 16 May 2013 12:30:19 +0000

The largest wildfire in Wisconsin in 33 years has been 100% contained, according to fire officials battling the Germann Road Fire near Barnes, Wisconsin. While the fire is fully contained, crews still face several days of work, putting out small hotspots including piles of smoldering debris and stumps that could otherwise rekindle.

Incredible Trackside Point of View of the Milwaukee Road Steam Engine No. 261 Enroute to Duluth [VIDEO]

Tony Hart — Wed, 15 May 2013 18:22:15 +0000

Over the weekend the Lake Superior Railroad Museum celebrated Train Day by welcoming the Milwaukee Road Steam Engine No. 261 back to Duluth. Many train enthusiasts gathered and followed the historic steam engine on the 5+ hour journey to Duluth. Nick Cooper and I were two of gawkers caught up in the excitement and craziness of tracking down and following the train as it neared [...]

"Click It or Ticket" Enhanced Seatbelt Enforcement Campaign Starts Next Week

Laura Peterson — Wed, 15 May 2013 16:50:31 +0000

The Duluth Police Department, St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office, UMD Police Department, Minnesota State Patrol, Hermantown Police Department, Proctor Police Department and Floodwood Police Department are taking part in a statewide “Click It or Ticket” enhanced Seatbelt education and enforcement campaign May 20th – June 2nd. With warmer temperatures coming and family vacations starting, road [...]

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 [...]

Milwaukee Road Steam Engine No. 261 Chugs North to Duluth from the Twin Cities for a Weekend Visit [PHOTO GALLERY]

Nick Cooper — Sat, 11 May 2013 23:11:11 +0000

Train enthusiasts from around the region gathered in droves following the rail line between Minneapolis and Duluth, and congregating at Duluth’s Historic Union Depot & Lake Superior Railroad Museum Saturday as the Milwaukee Road 261 steamed northward to the Twin Ports. The train carried about 500 passengers from the Twin Cities to Duluth for a weekend [...]

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 [...]

2013 Twin Ports Hottest Mom Voting

Mix 108 Staff — Wed, 08 May 2013 21:44:47 +0000

Here they are, all the photos submitted for the 2013 Twin Ports Hottest Mom contest! The choice is now yours Twin Ports, voting is now underway. Voting is simple. just look through the gallery below and decide who you’re going to vote, look for the contestant # just above the photo and submit that using the form [...]

April VIP Winners Announced

Townsquare Media — Tue, 07 May 2013 19:01:06 +0000

Congratulations to the most recent winners in our VIP program! Sony Handycam - Rob Lahti iPad 3 - Kim Granzotto $500 Marriott Hotels gift card - Jessica Fasburg Cuisinart Grill - Jim Schlidt $250 Bass Pro Shops gift card - Gloria Lynn Xbox 360 Spring Value Bundle - Vincent Mahfood $100 Home Depot gift card - [...]

See One Direction's One Thing Music Video Shot "Duluth Style"

Tony Hart — Tue, 07 May 2013 18:50:59 +0000

The English-Irish boy band One Direction is one of the biggest acts to hit the scene lately and I'm sure they have no idea about where Duluth is or even that we exist, so that wasn't Harry Styles and the boys you may have seen in Canal Park recently, but some guys dressed as them reshooting the One Thing music video, "Duluth style."

Duluth Police Issue a Missing Person Bulletin for Missing 12 Year Old Boy [UPDATED]

Tony Hart — Mon, 06 May 2013 21:35:30 +0000

The Duluth Police Department today released a Missing Person Bulletin for 12 year old Anthony John Ladeaux. UPDATED – 8:52pm Duluth Police reported on Facebook just before 8pm tonight that Anthony has been found, “he is safe and sound. He left home on his own Friday without permission from his parents.” The police also commented [...]

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.

Superior's North Tower Avenue Construction Update

Laura Peterson — Thu, 02 May 2013 21:36:12 +0000

The Superior BID (Business Improvement District) has done a great job keeping us posted on the North Tower Avenue Construction. I know construction can be a pain in the rear, but imagine how great Tower Avenue will look once the work is completed! And just a reminder–the businesses on North Tower are open during construction! [...]

Win $10,000 Online + $1,000 Just By Listening

Townsquare Media — Wed, 01 May 2013 09:00:53 +0000

It’s your chance to win cash! Two chances at a $1,000 each weekday just by listening to us on the radio. AND you can win $10,000 this month, right here on our website. Man, that’s a lot of cabbage. Listen Monday through Friday, all through May for two chances each day to call in and [...]

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. [...]