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Thursday, March 5th, 2026
Good morning, Duluth. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Google has confirmed that it is behind a planned data center in Hermantown that will produce 700 MW of clean energy (through an agreement with Minnesota Power) to boost local economic infrastructure. Local officials and residents expressed mixed views about the project’s potential impact on community services and tax support. KSTP
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Consumer Reports (CR) advises Duluth shoppers to plan their grocery trips by using loyalty programs and store brands to cut costs as food prices have been 26 percent higher than before the pandemic. The tips aim to help residents save money at checkout. KSTP
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Wendell Smith, a general surgeon at Essentia Health and Fairview Range, announced his run for Congress and will seek the DFL nomination in the August primary (he plans to focus on healthcare access, education, and workers' rights). WDIO
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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