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Friday, April 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Duluth. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In March, customers from Duluth, Cloquet, and Two Harbors made over 30,000 small donations that raised (23,853.16 dollars) for Western Lake Superior Habitat for Humanity. The funds will help build a new home in the Smithville neighborhood (near Morgan Park) for people in need. WDIO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Heather and Randy Bacchus from the nonprofit Be Extraordinary, Be You held a forum at Lincoln Park Middle School on April 9 to teach youth about the dangers of strong cannabis—products can now have 23% to 90% THC compared with 1% to 3% in the past—after they lost their son to cannabis-induced psychosis and suicide. WDIO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The St. Louis County Auditor finished a public test of the voting machines on April 9 while county staff and judges made sure they worked correctly. The test came ahead of the special election on May 13 for (Unorganized Township 63-17) where residents will vote on becoming an organized township. WDIO
- ➤ Bike MN and Vibrant Streets Duluth launched a pilot program that will let employees from five local businesses use 36 e-bikes for seven months—Duluth Folk School will assemble the bikes on April 21 and data from the program will help shape future transportation policies funded by the Minnesota Department of Transportation. WDIO
- ➤ Duluth City Council President Terese Tomanek announced Wednesday she is running for reelection and highlighted her work securing funds for affordable housing, remodeling the Damiano Center and replacing lead in older buildings. She said her goal is to keep Duluth safe and help children thrive — a promise she will continue to work on if reelected. WDIO
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La Serva Padrona Comic Opera
5-7 p.m. — Wussow's Concert Cafe — Enjoy a delightful performance of Pergolesi’s comic opera in an inviting local venue.
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In-Vesting in Wool
6-8 p.m. — Duluth Folk School — Registration required — Craft your own wool vest while mastering sewing techniques and enjoying local handcraft culture.
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Build a Bird Feeder Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Duluth Folk School — Registration $35+ — Create your own bird feeder while learning basic woodworking skills.
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Twin Ports Talent Mixer
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Zeitgeist Restaurant & Bar — $20.00 USD + tax — Network with local filmmakers and theater talent in a lively atmosphere.
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Special Spring Services
11 a.m., 6 p.m. — Old Apostolic Lutheran Church of Duluth — Free entry — Celebrate special spring services with the community in a warm and welcoming environment.
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Mushroom Cultivation Workshop
11 AM – 1 PM — Lake Superior College — Registration required — Explore the art of growing mushrooms and unveil the wonders of fungi.
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Teague Alexy Live Performance
6-9 p.m. — Sir Benedicts Tavern on the Lake — No cover charge — Enjoy an evening of Americana music with award-winning musician Teague Alexy.
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Earth Day Fair
10 AM – 2 PM — Lake Superior College — Free entry — Explore informative tables and activities focused on environmental sustainability.
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Celtic Jam
7-10 p.m. — Sir Benedict’s Tavern on the Lake — Free entry — Enjoy a lively Celtic music session welcoming all ages and talent levels.
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Jesus Music Tour featuring Caleb & John
7-11 p.m. — Symphony Hall — Tickets on Sale 1/30 — Experience a joyful night of music with CAIN, Katy Nichole, Ben Fuller, Caleb & John and more.
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