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Duluth
Friday, February 13th, 2026
Good morning, Duluth. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today through Sunday, Escape the Bong holds a three-day event with hour-long escape rooms, including Mission: Marge that challenges groups with puzzles about Papau New Guinea. Tickets cost $30 for adults and $20 for youth, and beer or wine is served for guests 21+ starting Friday at 5 p.m. WDIO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Duluth invites residents to share input on the 270-acre Lester Park Golf Course land use study via a survey open until March 8; a public open house is scheduled for Monday, March 2 at 5:00 p.m. at Lester Park Elementary School (5300 Glenwood Street). WDIO
- ➤ The City of Duluth’s Engineering division will launch a Private Stormwater BMP Inspection and Maintenance Program this spring for commercial, multi-family and HOA properties to ensure stormwater controls protect local water resources. Owners with records will receive letters in April and must file annual reports by July 31. WDIO
- ➤ The St. Louis County Sheriff's Office reports a fiber optic issue causing sporadic cell coverage in parts of Duluth, Hermantown, and along Highway 53 from Virginia to Hibbing — they urge residents unable to call 9-1-1 on their cell phones to use a landline, text 9-1-1, or try wifi calling. WDIO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Certified physician assistant Brittany Kuehn joined Essentia Health-St. Mary’s Medical Center’s vascular surgery team — she brings 11 years of cardiothoracic surgery experience and training from Augsburg University to serve local patients. BusinessNorth
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Mid-2023, a tiny house built near Essentia-St. Mary's on Sixth Ave East failed to sell & its Colorado-based developer declared bankruptcy; city officials now study ways to address Duluth's ongoing housing shortage. BusinessNorth
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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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Live in Concert Rafe Carlson
Rafe Carlson up close in an intimate ballroom concert at Grand Superior Lodge.
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Clothing Repair and Mending Basics
6-8 p.m. — Duluth Folk School — Registration includes materials — Learn hand sewing skills for mending and repair.
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Northland Outdoors Duluth Deer Classic
3-8 p.m. — Duluth Entertainment Convention Center — $12 — Explore the great outdoors with the latest gear and exhibits on hunting, fishing, and camping.
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Duluth Sport Show
10 AM – 8 PM — Duluth Entertainment Convention Center — $10-$12 — Explore the best of hunting, fishing, camping and travel gear at this mega outdoor sports event.
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Elite Sports & Collectibles Card Show
10 AM – 6 PM — Miller Hill Mall — Free entry — Discover rare finds and timeless treasures with fellow sports card and collectibles enthusiasts.
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Elite Sports & Collectibles Card Show
10 AM – 6 PM — Miller Hill Mall — Free entry — Explore rare sports memorabilia and connect with fellow collectors at this treasure-filled expo.
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Between Howls Buds Tour 2026 Kickoff
7-10 p.m. — Wussow's Concert Cafe — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy an evening of live music featuring Between Howls, Boss Mama, and Elsa Krantz.
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Build North Expo
4 PM – 6 PM — Duluth Heritage Sports Center — Registration required — Explore various vendors showcasing the best in northern construction and design trends.
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Wormsley Common Gang and More Live Concert
5-11 PM — Wussow's Concert Cafe — All ages welcome — Enjoy an exciting night of live music featuring Wormsley Common Gang and other local talents.
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