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Friday, March 13th, 2026
Good morning, Duluth. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Make-a-Wish Minnesota celebrated nearly 45 years of granting wishes to critically ill kids with a ribbon cutting at Essentia Health (St. Mary’s Medical Center) in Duluth on Thursday morning. The nonprofit is seeking donors and volunteers to help reach more eligible children. WDIO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Two teams from local nonprofit 3D Robotics Duluth earned spots at international robotics events after a strong showing at the FIRST Tech Challenge State Championship in February at Burnsville High School. Devildogs will represent Minnesota in Eindhoven from June 16–20 and Rogue Cats will compete in Houston (donations help offset travel costs). WDIO
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ With cars averaging 15 years, drivers can save money by sticking with one trusted service center, advises Tom Archambault of Boulevard. He recommends keeping a record of all maintenance performed to meet manufacturer guidelines and budget needs. KSTP
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Duluth will deploy its full fleet of snowplows during evening rush hour and again at 2 a.m. as heavy snow and 40 mph winds are expected tonight; residents are urged to avoid driving and give operators room to work while managing illegally parked vehicles. WDIO
- ➤ Duluth Parks and Recreation has posted a draft plan for Park Point Recreation Area for public review online and at City Hall until Friday, Mar. 27 — the city will use public comments to shape improvements for the park's natural, cultural and recreational resources. WDIO
- ➤ Hermantown Mayor Wayne Boucher said yesterday he supports the planned Google data center on a 200-acre site near local landmarks (Stokke’s Meat Market) and noted updated environmental reviews and power grid upgrades will back the $650 million project to boost jobs. BusinessNorth
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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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Junkyard Mule Album Release Party
6:30-10 p.m. — Zeitgeist Teatro Zuccone — Ticket info not provided — Celebrate the launch of Junkyard Mule's debut album with local music talents.
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