May 22, 2013

Great Summer Getaway

Escape Down the Brule River
Brule, WI (Northlands Newscenter) -- From The Iron Range to Northwestern Wisconsin communities are putting out the welcome mat for summer tourists, showcasing their town's best features. Hidden in the thick woods near the south shore of Superior is the Brule River, a wild ride attracting people from around the world.

Wilco Concert Draws Crowds to Duluth's Bayfront Park
DULUTH, MN (Northland's NewsCenter)---Hundreds of people filled Bayfront Festival Park in Duluth Sunday night, jamming to Wilco, the acclaimed sextet from Chicago.

Duluth May See New Ads To Help Re-build Image Following Floods
DULUTH, MN (Northland's NewsCenter)---Duluth may soon see new advertisements aimed to help re-build the Northland's image following the floods.

Timber Twister Alpine Coaster Exceeds Revenue Expectations
DULUTH, MN (Northland's NewsCenter)---Hundreds of people celebrated the Timber Twister's second birthday at Spirit Mountain's Adventure Park Sunday.

Tourism Officials: Duluth's Open For Business
Duluth, MN (Northland's NewsCenter) -- Despite Thursday's destructive floods, tourism officials want you to know, Duluth's open for business.

Despite destructive flooding, Duluth tourism is still open for business
Duluth, MN (Northland's NewsCenter) -- Despite the torrential rains and destructive flooding on Wednesday morning, tourism officials advise to travelers that Duluth is still open for business.

Popular Land of the Loon Festival Booth Celebrates Heritage
Virginia, MN (Northland's NewsCenter) - This weekend will mark the 36th annual Land of the Loon Festival in Virginia. The Festival hosts hundreds of vendors each year, but one of their most popular is the Italian American Club's sausage booth.

Bayfield Apple Crop Survives Cold Close Call
Bayfield, WI (Northland's NewsCenter) - Bayfield is in bloom, and across the region, farmers are keeping a close eye on their apple orchards. A mild winter that led to an early bloom had many farmers nervous after a cold front swept over much of the state, threatening the entire crop.

Great Summer Getaway
Great Summer Getaway takes a candid look inside the favorite getaways of Northland community leaders. Plus, you'll be able to enter to win your own getaway.

Great Summer Getaway: Grand Rapids, MN
We wrap up our search for great summer getaways that are close to home and won't break the bank. Our destination will teach you a thing or two about Minnesota history as long as you follow the Yellow Brick Road.