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Thursday, March 12th, 2026
Good morning, Duluth. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In 2020, the old Von's Drive-In lot in Eveleth was turned into a drive-in church where community members listened to sermons from their cars & stayed connected during COVID-19 restrictions. WDIO
- ➤ The Denfeld All Night Grad Party committee is collecting donations for the 2026 seniors party by partnering with Pizza Ranch at Miller Hill Mall; additional events on April 8, May 6 and a craft silent auction on April 25 will help reach the $22,000 goal for 260 graduates. WDIO
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On June 30, 1992 (a day that tested community strength), a Burlington Northern freight train derailed in Superior where a benzene spill forced 80,000 people to evacuate from Superior and Duluth, and cleanup teams then worked to contain the toxic cloud. WDIO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ MDHR reached a settlement with Lyft after a blind college student’s service dog led to repeated ride cancellations from 2021 to 2023. The rideshare company agreed to update its policies and driver training + MDHR will monitor compliance for three years. KSTP
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Aspirus Health will open a new primary care clinic in Cloquet this summer to serve local residents. BusinessNorth
- ➤ A structure fire has delayed the planned grand opening of Palisade Direct Primary Care — its building sustained smoke damage — so Dr. Jay Allen will temporarily see patients at Lakewalk Surgery Center while repairs and insurance claims are assessed. The clinic remains committed to affordable care in Duluth. WDIO
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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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Shakin’ Not Stirred with The Harlow Pennies
7 PM - 1 AM — Wussow's Concert Cafe — Check the event for ticket info — Experience the haunting alt-folk sound of The Harlow Pennies alongside the energetic Shakin' Not Stirred.
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Hands-On History Day
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Duluth Children's Museum — Free admission — Explore unique historical items with interactive activities for families.
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