Good morning, Duluth.

Duluth WWII veteran Jerry Nowak turned 102 on Wednesday, April 1, at Miller Hill Mall with fellow veterans who have met for 25 years, sharing his secret that staying social (and active in sports like cross-country skiing until age 90) is key to a long, friendly life.

On Friday, the Lee A.

Tregurtha freighter became trapped in ice near eastern Duluth as it headed to Marquette and returned to port after the Coast Guard Cutter Spar assisted. Local officials said shipping challenges persist as ice continues to affect operations this season.

Today, Duluth Public Schools announced that Denfeld High School’s graduation rate improved by 7.85%, with significant gains for free/reduced meal, homeless, American Indian, and multi-race students (reflecting focused district support) as Minnesota’s class of 2025 set a record 84.9% rate statewide.

Acadia (13-year-old female peregrine) on the DNR FalconCam has a new mate, a 4-year-old that fled Minneapolis City Hall in 2022.

The pair has not laid eggs yet, but frequent mating behavior suggests eggs could be laid as soon as next week, according to the DNR.

City of Duluth snowplow operators are clearing snow and ice from P1 and P2 roadways today — some remain on duty for emergency vehicles until 2 a.m., while residents are urged to follow Sunday alternate side parking rules from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

The Coast Guard is working to free the motor vessel Lee from ice near Duluth's shoreline as part of its Operation Taconite efforts — the call came at 12:40 p.m. Friday and no injuries were reported.

The vessel is on its first season voyage, heading to Marquette for iron ore.

Sen. Amy Klobuchar visited the Duluth campus of the University of Minnesota Medical School to support the bipartisan AADAPT Act that will train primary care providers in early dementia diagnosis & expand virtual education for rural and Indigenous communities.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Women in Science: The Forecast Forum

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Great Lakes Aquarium — Free entry — Explore meteorology and hear from leading women in the field while enjoying a full exhibit experience.

Minnesota Ballet's 60th Anniversary Performance

7:00 PM - 9:30 PM — Minnesota Ballet — Ticketed event — Celebrate a vibrant mix of classic and contemporary dance as Minnesota Ballet honors its 60-year legacy.

Community Book Swap at EcoFest

11 AM – 3 PM — Clyde Iron Works — Free entry — Trade your beloved books for new treasures at this sustainable community event.

An Afternoon with the Romantics

3:00 – 4:30 p.m. — Sacred Heart Music Center — $20 — Enjoy an organ concert featuring romantic works and a piece by J.S. Bach on a historic Felgemaker pipe organ.

The Entrepreneur Reset

A half-day, in-person workshop for entrepreneurs to step back from the day-to-day and reflect on what’s working, what’s not, and what needs to change in their business. You’ll walk away with greater clarity, renewed confidence, and tangible next steps.

Penny Whistle Sound Techniques Workshop

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Duluth Folk School — Class fee varies — Learn how to make your penny whistle sing with new techniques and confidence.