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Friday, March 20th, 2026
Good morning, Duluth. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Starting Monday, March 23, the 3rd Annual Cheerio Challenge runs through March 28 to collect Cheerios and other non-perishables for CHUM, Damiano Center, Duluth Union Gospel Mission and Salvation Army. Drop off is available at Duluth Labor Temple, Peace Church in the Hillside and Our Savior’s Church in West Duluth. WDIO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Principal Nathan Glockle of the Area Learning Center was named Outstanding Teacher of Northland for his kind and caring leadership at Duluth. The award includes a $500 donation to support students and teachers as they build a warm, welcoming school community. WDIO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Road construction on West Superior Street will start late May through early July on 27th Avenue West and Michigan Street; later work will update 18th Avenue West, 24th Avenue West and Carlton Street by November as the city addresses drainage and pavement issues with $32 million in grant funding — city officials said. WDIO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Aspirus Health announced Thursday that Dr. Nick Van Deelen retired as senior vice president of the Minnesota Market after years of service to local communities. Jeff Wicklander is taking on extra responsibilities during a transition while a national search for a permanent successor is underway. WDIO
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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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AMSOIL Snocross National Championship
10 AM – 2 PM — Spirit Mountain Recreation Area — Check website for tickets — Experience an epic showdown at the season-ending event of the AMSOIL Championship Snocross series.
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Personal Support Group for Adults with Epilepsy in Duluth
6-7 p.m. — Caribou Coffee — Order food/beverage — Connect with peers managing epilepsy and share supportive experiences.
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One Week Live Vol. 23 Album Release Weekend
7-10 p.m. — Wussow's Concert Cafe — $7 online / $10 door — Celebrate local talent with a weekend of live music featuring various artists.
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An Evening with Rachael Kilgour and Zack Baltich
7-10 p.m. — Sacred Heart Music Center — $20-$25 — Enjoy a special night of introspective music by Duluth's McKnight Fellowship winners.
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VOTE DAILY to help launch the LNPK Grocery
Vote daily (April 13-25th) to help Ecolibrium3 win a $27,500 grant to launch the LNPK Grocery this spring. Go to oldnational.com/cyc and enter Ecolibrium3 as your nonprofit of choice.
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