That same salt that can be a useful blessing in the winter-time battle against ice and snow can also be a curse to the environment. Proper use of salt is important for homeowners and - perhaps because of the volume they use - commercial property managers alike.
A college student who put her vehicle through the ice of Lake Minnetonka didn't seem too concerned or upset as she posed for photos on top of her sinking vehicle.
The Northland is a special place no matter what the season. We rave about our inviting spring months, the sunny summer, the beautiful fall, and we even love to tell others about how nice winter is.
The National Weather Service in Duluth has issued a winter storm watch. Here's what they are expecting for accumulations, and how cold we'll get after the system passes.