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Friday, May 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Duluth. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Cinco de Mayo on May 5th will let families celebrate by decorating their homes, playing festive music, and preparing traditional dishes while learning about the holiday’s history. Inspired by Chef Pati Jinich, Duluth residents will enjoy crafts and recipes — keeping the celebration fun and family-friendly — as they share in the lively traditions. BusinessNorth
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Duluth 1200 Fund has received $1.4 million for its Historic Fund loan program and set aside $400,000 in 2025 for projects that restore historic building facades and boost downtown appeal. The program will accept applications from May 5 to Aug. 4 — applicants will be notified by mid-September — as part of its effort to revitalize the community. BusinessNorth
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The College of St. Scholastica announced that federal funding for its Occupational Therapists as Mental Health Providers Project will end on December 31, a decision that may affect about 5,000 local students in need of mental health support. Officials said they have filed an appeal and are working with legal experts and local education leaders to contest the decision and protect the program. BusinessNorth
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The NFIB filed an amicus brief in the case Minnesota Chapter of Associated Builders and Contractors, Inc.—v. Nicole Blissenbach—at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit to challenge a state law that classifies independent contractors. The brief argues that the law, passed as part of a bundled omnibus bill with little debate, could force small business owners to incur high compliance costs and face steep penalties. BusinessNorth
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An Evening with Bruce Cockburn
8 PM — The West Theatre — Cost not specified — Experience 50 years of musical genius from Canadian legend Bruce Cockburn.
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Summer Volleyball Leagues Kick Off
6:00 PM — Skyline Social & Games — Registration fees apply — Join the fun and compete in co-ed volleyball leagues all summer long.
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Nate Bargatze Stand-Up Comedy
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Amsoil Arena — Tickets starting at $40 — Enjoy a night of laughs with comedian Nate Bargatze.
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Clothing Repair and Mending Basics
6-8 p.m. — Duluth Folk School — Registration includes materials — Learn essential hand sewing and clothing repair skills to embrace the 'make do and mend' philosophy.
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Deep Fake Five with Crimson Soul and Dyed In Bleach
7-10 p.m. — Wussow's Concert Cafe — Ticket info not provided — Experience an electrifying night with local bands paying tribute to rock history.
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Mother’s Day Bingo
2-5 p.m. — Buffalo House — $20 for ten games — Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon of bingo with exciting prizes and a special menu to celebrate Mother's Day.
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Hands on Clay: Pottery Wheel Throwing Workshop
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Duluth Folk School — $74-$124 — Dive into the art of pottery with hands-on wheel throwing experience and expert guidance.
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Ask a Master Gardener
5:30-7 p.m. — Whole Foods Co-op Denfeld — Free entry — Get your gardening questions answered by Master Gardener Barb S. at this interactive event.
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Inside Web3: A Look at the Future of the Internet
6-8 p.m. — Swim Creative — Donations appreciated — Dive into Web3 innovations with insights from industry expert Maria Barbirotto while enjoying free pizza and beer.
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Shaken not Stirred Concert Night
7-10 p.m. — Wussow's Concert Cafe — Affordable entry — A night of remarkable music featuring local talents Shaken not Stirred, Ditty Wish, and Sam Hatch.
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