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Saturday, January 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Duluth. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of January.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources approved Franconia Minerals LLC’s plan to drill up to 19 sites in St. Louis County, about five miles east of Babbitt, through March 31, 2027. Franconia will follow guidelines—using best practices and posted sites—to protect wetlands. BusinessNorth
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Portman Youth Hockey Association hosted its fourth annual Great Skate event to kick off the outdoor hockey season and raise funds for equipment and facilities; puck drop for the eight teams will begin tomorrow at 8 a.m. at the Portman Community Center. WDIO
- ➤ Hermantown started a new era for youth hockey with the official opening of Northstar Ford Arena and a ribbon cutting today. All 41 local teams will use the enhanced facility for weekend games, including a girls match at noon and a boys varsity game at 2 p.m. WDIO
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Duluth Novelists Monthly Meetup
1-3 p.m. — Wild State Cider — No entry fee — Collaborate with fellow novelists to enhance your writing craft and projects.
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Epilepsy Support Group for Adults in Duluth
6-7 p.m. — Caribou Coffee — Free entry — Connect with others in a supportive environment to share experiences about managing epilepsy.
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MOONCATS Family Concert
1-3 p.m. — Spirit of the Lake Community Arts — Tickets available — Enjoy family-friendly live music in a warm community atmosphere this winter.
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2026 Let's Move at The Depot
10 AM – 2 PM — The Depot — Free entry — Get active with fun fitness activities for kids in a warm indoor setting this winter.
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UMD Spring Volunteer Fair
11 a.m. - 1 p.m. — UMD KIRBY STUDENT CENTER — Free entry — Discover various volunteer opportunities in the Duluth community.
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Sara Thomsen Album Release Concert
4-6:30 p.m. — Sacred Heart Music Center — $25-$30 — Celebrate the release of Sara Thomsen's 10th album with a live performance featuring local musicians.
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