Good morning, Duluth.

Mumford, a 10-year-old lion at Como Zoo and Conservatory, was euthanized Friday after an untreatable tumor in his nasal sinuses led to hospice care.

Mortgage rates nationally dropped to 6.23% after three weeks while Duluth’s rates remained steady, said Bell Bank, citing a shortage of housing options.

Realtor Scott Buckingham advises first-time homebuyers to check federal down payment programs (and contact three lenders) before purchasing a home.

Erin Nordstrom, a longtime 5th and 6th grade teacher at Moose Lake Community School, is honored as the April Outstanding Teacher of the Northland for her 21 years of dedication and kindness—an approach inspired by her late son.

A third egg was laid in the falcons' nest shown on FalconCam and incubation began today.

The birds will swap shifts so the chicks may hatch in late May — a promising start for local wildlife.

The Minnesota Vikings selected defensive lineman Caleb Banks from Florida — managing recovery from a foot injury — with the 18th pick and acquired Cincinnati linebacker Jake Golday with the 51st pick in the ongoing 2026 NFL Draft to boost roster depth for next season.

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.

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.

18th Annual Bike Swap

9 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Continental Ski & Bike — Tiered payout for sellers — Re-home bicycles and support local charities at this community-driven event.

Wild Rose Family Expo 2026

9 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Duluth Entertainment Convention Center — Free admission — A vibrant community event uniting families, local businesses, and youth programs for a day of discovery and fun.

Make Your Own Bitters Workshop

5:30-7 p.m. — Duluth Folk School — Registration includes instruction and materials — Explore the art of crafting your own bitters and unleash your inner cocktail-ian.