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Duluth
Thursday, January 15th, 2026
Good morning, Duluth. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Four Proctor High School DECA students launched the Love In A Basket project to support new moms by providing diapers, bottles, and postpartum essentials (they raised $2,500 through grocery bagging and hockey fundraising), with ten baskets delivered to Safe Haven and plans to complete 25 baskets soon. WDIO
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A cabin on Meads Island in Greenwood Township was declared a total loss after a fire on Wednesday afternoon when a caretaker started the furnace then left — fire officials say no one was inside and the incident is under investigation but not suspicious. WDIO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UMD has updated its dining services with a remodeled kitchen featuring smart ovens and automated systems to serve fresh food 24+7 during welcome week. A grand opening is scheduled today at the Kirby Student Center from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. WDIO
- ➤ The University of Wisconsin-Superior earned its Carnegie Community Engagement Classification for the second year, affirming its strong community partnerships in teaching, research, and service. Chancellor Renée Wachter said the award solidifies the campus’s role as a regional hub — driving real-world learning and community engagement. WDIO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Minnesota judges will perform free weddings on Valentine’s Day in 10 district courts, including Duluth, on Thursday, Feb. 12 and Friday, Feb. 13. Couples must register ahead and have a valid marriage license before their ceremony. WDIO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Doctors in the Northland report a sharp rise in flu cases driven by a new flu A strain and fewer vaccinations; emergency rooms saw twice as many visits last month, and they urge residents to wash hands and update vaccines if symptoms persist. WDIO
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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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Dial M for Murder
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Duluth Playhouse — $30 – $55 — Experience a fresh, fast-paced adaptation of the classic thriller filled with betrayal and suspense.
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UMD Women's Hockey vs. Bemidji State
3:00 – 5:02 p.m. — Duluth Entertainment Convention Center — Tickets on sale now — Cheer on the Bulldogs in an exciting ice battle against Bemidji State.
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Brett Daniels: Pure Magic
7:30-9:30 p.m. — The West Theatre — $30-42 — Experience an evening of awe with internationally acclaimed magician Brett Daniels in a showcase of pure sleight-of-hand and original stage magic.
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UMD vs Jamestown Basketball Game
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Romano Gym UMD — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting matchup between the Jamestown Jimmies and Minnesota Duluth Bulldogs.
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UMD Women's Hockey vs. St. Thomas
3:00-5:02 p.m. — Duluth Entertainment Convention Center — Tickets on sale now — Cheer on the Bulldogs as they face St. Thomas in a thrilling ice hockey match.
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