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Tuesday, May 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Duluth. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Sunday, community members in Brimson surprised Mikala Schliep by gifting her a new chicken coop and chickens after she lost her coop and most of her flock in the Camp House Fire—restoring hope—while firefighters saved one chicken during the blaze. WDIO
- ➤ Duluth East High School football team held its first community cleanup on May 18 when nearly 60 local volunteers picked up trash, removed old appliances, and stacked firewood for neighbors in Lakeside. The team will begin summer practices in late June. WDIO
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two men suspected of ATM jackpotting were charged in Superior and faced a $10,000 cash bond each — police said over $200,000 was stolen from Duluth ATMs and their next court date is set for today. Superior Telegram
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Duluth Dylan Fest returns with a week of Bob Dylan themed events across the Twin Ports — the festival will offer activities that honor the legendary musician while engaging local fans. Events are scheduled throughout the week to celebrate his enduring impact on music. WDIO
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, May 12, Eastern Area Incident Management reported that crews made progress on the Brimson Complex fires as the Jenkins Creek Fire reached 6% containment and the Camp House Fire reached 40% containment—burning a combined 28,609 acres. Firefighters used hotshot crews, dozers, helicopters, and drones to protect nearby communities and secure key areas. WDIO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Sen. Grant Hauschild said the Minnesota Senate approved a pension reform bill that will improve retirement benefits for teachers, firefighters, paramedics, State Patrol officers and public employees in a bipartisan vote of 55 to 12. The bill, which includes a 60/30 rule that lets teachers retire at 60 after 30 years of service (a key reform measure), now awaits action in the Minnesota House. BusinessNorth
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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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Reese's Book Club Gathering at Sheraton
6-7:30 p.m. — Sheraton Duluth Hotel — Free entry — Engage in a lively discussion about 'Great Big Beautiful Life' by Emily Henry with fellow book lovers.
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Pete Fest 2025
7 PM – 10 PM — Wussow's Concert Cafe — Weeklong pass available — Experience a week of diverse music acts in a beloved local venue.
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La Crosse Loggers vs Duluth Huskies
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Wade Stadium — Cost info not provided — Enjoy an exciting baseball showdown between the Loggers and Huskies.
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La Crosse Loggers vs. Duluth Huskies
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Wade Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience an exciting baseball matchup in a lively atmosphere.
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