Good morning, Duluth.

On Tuesday, April 21, the Junior League of Duluth awarded $45,195 in grants to 14 local nonprofits (including Witness Child Advocacy Center and Bright Water Health) at a grant reception following its Festival of Trees fundraiser.

The funds underline the organization’s 105-year commitment to supporting the community.

On Tuesday afternoon a grass fire near Sheldon Road in Ellsburg Township burned a few outbuildings but left homes unharmed, and the DNR is investigating the cause while authorities confirmed that a female caller faces charges for negligent behavior.

Six regional businesses will be honored at the 2026 Distinction Awards on May 7 at the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center in the Lake Superior Ballroom – where panel discussions, an awards ceremony and a Night Market will connect local business leaders.

At Rock Ridge, six professionals from healthcare, business and law enforcement inspired about 50 young women at the fifth Dream It, Be It event Tuesday - the biggest one in the series.

The panel shared career journeys and stressed that learning never stops.

Pelicans were spotted Tuesday at Chambers Grove Park along the St. Louis River during their migration north to the Lake of the Woods Area; birders said more pelicans will appear next week.

MnDOT will begin construction on Highway 61/London Road on April 27 with work on a roundabout at 26th Avenue East and utility relocation at 40th Avenue East that will change traffic patterns until mid-June; weekly virtual updates begin May 6.

Douglas County Drug Prevention Coalition will host a free medication take-back day at Superior Public Library on Friday, April 24 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. with law enforcement collecting unused prescriptions as safety resources such as naloxone and lockboxes are provided.

Aspirus Lake View was named among the top 20 critical access hospitals for patient satisfaction for the second year, plus it ranks in the top 1.5 percent of over 1,350 CAHs nationwide, reflecting its strong commitment to patient-centered care.

Enger Park Golf Course opened for the season on Tuesday, drawing a full tee sheet of golfers due to warm sunshine and rising temperatures.

Only the front nine (and driving range) are available as crews clear the remaining snow and debris before all 18 holes reopen.

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.

Make Your Own Cold Process Soap Workshop

10:00 AM - 12:30 PM — Duluth Folk School — $72+ — Create your own all-natural soap from scratch while learning valuable crafting skills.

The Old 13 String Bandits, Cosmic Otter Club and Kyle Orla

8-11 p.m. — Cedar Lounge Earth Rider Brewery Taproom — $12.44 — Enjoy a dynamic musical evening with a diverse range of folk and string performances.

JAM Duluth Jazz Crawl

6:30-11 p.m. — The Caddy Shack Indoor Golf & Pub — Free entry — Explore the vibrant jazz scene with live performances from local bands.

Autism Walk - Northland

10 AM – 1 PM — Duluth Entertainment Convention Center — Entry fee applies — Celebrate and support the autism and neurodivergent community during this uplifting walk.

The Music Man

12 AM – 9 PM — Duluth Entertainment Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a classic musical comedy about a charming salesman and his adventures in River City.

Beginner Crochet Workshop

5:30-8 p.m. — Duluth Folk School — Registration fee required — Learn the basics of crochet and create your first project.

Bored Teachers Comedy Tour

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Duluth Entertainment Convention Center — Tickets on sale now — Enjoy an unforgettable night of laughter with the funniest teacher-comedians and their new jokes.

DIY Mother's Day Bouquets

9-11 a.m. — Whole Foods Co-op Hillside — Free entry — Create a charming bouquet for the special caretaker in your life just in time for Mother's Day.

Lotion Lab with Mix Cosmetiques

5:30-6:30 p.m. — Whole Foods Co-op Denfeld — $20 — Get hands-on in crafting your own natural lotion in this creative skincare workshop.

Sharper Living: Reviving Your Knives

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Duluth Folk School — Bring your own knives — Master the art of sharpening kitchen blades and gain confidence in maintaining your tools.