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Wednesday, May 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Duluth. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of May.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Camp House Fire burned 12,000 acres and evacuation orders remain active while the Jenkins Creek Fire, now 6,800 acres and threatening a growing area, led to an evacuation for Skibo; the Three Lakes Fire is at 1,300 acres with lifted orders—authorities said the Forest Service will add more air support today and warned that crossing road closures is illegal. WDIO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On May 12th, Duluth City Council voted 7—1 to rezone a Woodland neighborhood site for a housing development that will include two buildings with 60 condominiums each; Councilman Arik Forsman said the council voted under current code after receiving many emails from residents about concerns over crowding and impacts on a nearby stream. The rezoning now allows the project to move forward. WDIO
- ➤ Duluth began several road projects Monday that are closing and diverting traffic on N Lake, Skyline, Eklund, and Junction Avenues. Crews will replace lead pipes on N Lake Ave through Friday while Skyline Parkway is switched to one-way until May 12 — repairs on Eklund and Junction Avenues will continue through the fall with planned work pauses later in the season. WDIO
- ➤ The state's Department of Commerce has urged homeowners and renters to check their insurance and create a home inventory as wildfire risks increase in spring. Officials also recommended removing yard debris and maintaining a defensible zone around homes—steps designed to reduce damage if a fire occurs. BusinessNorth
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ During Nurse Appreciation Week, Aspirus St. Luke's spotlighted nurse Molly Hastings—who has served as both a nurse assistant and a nurse for two years after working as an EMT and dispatcher—for her dedication to patient comfort. Hastings is known for easing stressful moments by offering attentive care and even sharing a light joke when needed. WDIO
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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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Songwriter Showcase: Jacob King Downs, Will Durie, Henri & Hannah Stewart
7-10 p.m. — Wussow's Concert Cafe — $10 suggested donation — Enjoy a night of original music from talented local songwriters in a cozy venue.
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College Volleyball Leagues Kick Off
6:00 p.m. — Skyline Social & Games — Registration required — Dive into the summer season with co-ed volleyball alongside friends in an energetic outdoor league.
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Bill Burgeson Band Performance
8-9 p.m. — The West Theatre — Tickets available — Enjoy a lively performance from Duluth's own Bill Burgeson Band featuring a mix of rock and pop tunes.
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Bob Dylan Tribute Concert: Shelter From the Storm
7-10:30 p.m. — Sacred Heart Music Center — $20-$25 — Celebrate Bob Dylan's birthday with live performances from Duluth's renowned Shelter From The Storm band.
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Magic Smelt Parade
3:30-5 p.m. — Paulucci Building — Free entry — Celebrate the 12th annual community costume-and-puppet parade featuring puppets, masks, and brass music along the Lakewalk.
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Nature Journaling and the Art of Observation
9 AM - 12 PM — Duluth Folk School — Registration required — Enhance observation skills and explore nature through journaling and sketching.
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Gender Joy Art Show Closing Reception w/ Artist Discussion
This year’s Gender Joy Art Show created conversation around gender and brought together all of us who see equity as the only way forward. Show curator Amy Varsek will wrap up it all up with a panel of Gender Joy artists as well as our Strategic Director Beth Burt to discuss the importance of expressing joy and resisting violence through art.
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Eau Claire Express at Duluth Huskies
5:35-7:05 p.m. — Wade Stadium — Enjoy a thrilling night of baseball in Duluth as the Eau Claire Express take on the Huskies.
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