Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of February.
Good morning, Duluth.
Residents gathered for the 100th Black History Month celebration at Damiano Center hosted by the Harm Reduction Sisters today as community leaders (highlighting BIPOC achievements and challenges) delivered local resources to support housing and healthcare.
ImOn Communications announced it plans to expand its 100% fiber Internet network to Duluth and Superior this spring, offering up to 5 Gbps for homes and 10 Gbps for businesses.
Construction will begin pending weather and continue through 2026, according to company officials.
Ad Advance in Duluth has joined with global agency Podean to expand its retail media services from the corner of 4th Avenue W and W 1st Street (founded by local natives Joe Shelerud and Matt Wiklund); the 40-staff team will boost its tech-driven advertising approach under the new partnership.
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.
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.
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.
Acoustic Boxcar
2-4 a.m. — 805 E Superior St, Duluth, MN — Free entry — Experience rail-jumping, whiskey-drinking, country rock and roll from beautiful Duluth, Minnesota.
Hadestown
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Duluth Entertainment Convention Center — Tickets on sale now — Experience the musical that intertwines the tales of Orpheus and Eurydice with the journey to the underworld.
Bring the Sing with the Twin Cities Beer Choir
5-6:30 p.m. — Ursa Minor Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy a community sing-along while savoring great beer and non-alcoholic options.
Antique Appraisal
12-3 p.m. — The St. Louis County Depot — Free entry — Bring your antiques for a free appraisal by expert Denny Mager and discover their hidden value.
Speed Friending
5:45-7:30 p.m. — Duluth Folk School — Free entry — Meet new acquaintances in a fun and relaxed setting with one-on-one conversations.
HGF Family Day
9 AM – 1 PM — Sheraton Duluth Hotel — Free admission — An inspiring day of education and support for families navigating rare growth and bone conditions.
Taste at Fitger's
6-9 p.m. — Fitger's Brewhouse — $75 — Enjoy tantalizing bites and sips from top local purveyors while supporting community hunger efforts.
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