William Volkmanlien is a journalist based in Duluth, Minnesota, focusing on local news for WDIO/WIRT-TV. With a passion for community reporting, William covers a range of topics including events, local businesses, outdoor activities, and breaking news. He strives to keep the residents of Duluth informed and engaged with the happenings in their city.
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William's coverage indicates a focus on local events, community news, and seasonal topics in the Duluth area. He often covers family-oriented activities, home-related issues, and educational events. If you have information about upcoming local events or initiatives related to winter weather preparedness or community engagement in the Duluth area, it could be of interest to William. Additionally, if you can provide insights into family-friendly activities or education-related developments within his geographic focus of Minnesota and specifically Duluth that align with his typical coverage themes, your pitch is likely to resonate with him.
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By: William Lien Wdio
In a little over a month the Twin Ports will start seeing some snowflakes this winter. Hunters can expect rain instead of snow in the weekend forecast, but plenty of local ski hills are hard at work preparing for the winter season. Chester Bowl and Mont Du Lac Resort are trimming back trees, and waiting patiently for cooler temperatures
The St Louis County Sheriff’s Office, the Fredenberg Volunteer Fire Department and the St. Louis County Rescue Squad are currently searching for a missing man.
On Tuesday, November 12th, Tristan Jade St. Clair, was sentenced to 20 years in prison. St. Clair previously entered a guilty plea on September 30, 2024. He’s been sentenced for 240 months in prison for Attempted Second Degree Murder, according to St. Louis County Attorney Kim Maki.
The St. Louis County Sheriff's Office Rescue Squad is continuing its search for a missing Fredenberg Township man.
By: William Lien Wdio
St. Louis County Jail offering a new medication for inmates with addictions
The Humane Society of Douglas County (HSDC) held their annual “Santa Paws” fundraiser at Campbell Lumber and Supply. Families and their pets could get their holiday photos taken, but also make a donation to help pets in need this winter.
In just a couple of weeks there will be snow in the Northland, and it’s important to have your winter clothes ready. But for people experiencing homelessness or families struggling to keep their kids warm it can be a difficult time. For the past ten years, Kathy Thomas, the owner of Yarn Harbor, has coordinated the annual “Warm up the City” event. This allows volunteers to donate and distribute hundreds of hats, gloves, but also other knitted gear for people in need.
Tamarack Health Ashland Medical Center is now designated as a Level IV Trauma Center, with providing improved medical care to residents.
By: William Lien Wdio
As we get closer to the holiday season, we are spending more time indoors and closer to friends and family. It’s important to stay warm during the cold winter season. Although it’s even more important to stay healthy by getting vaccinated for the Flu, Covid-19, and RSV.
Minnesota Power/ALLETE is donating $10,000 to local nonprofits in Duluth that help fight food insecurity, but also support youth programs.
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