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Duluth
Wednesday, May 20th, 2026
Good morning, Duluth. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Two attorneys from Hanft Fride were recognized in Minnesota Legal 250 for their leadership in construction law and mergers and acquisitions. The honor highlights the firm’s commitment to clients and the broader legal community. BusinessNorth
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, the Duluth Preservation Alliance held its 45th annual ceremony to honor local businesses and homeowners restoring historic properties, awarding six plaque winners including Brewery Creek Apartments. The event also presented centennial awards for century-old homes and letters of recognition for smaller restoration projects. WDIO
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Duluth Public Schools staff sent an open letter to the school board on Wednesday, May 20, citing concerns about planned staffing cuts — the reassignment of the Special Education Director. They request a meeting with a response by Tuesday, May 26 to avoid potential votes of no confidence. WDIO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Aspirus St. Luke’s hosted a cookout for EMS professionals today (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.) at its ambulance garage to honor their service during EMS Appreciation Week. WDIO
- ➤ Aspirus announced it will close its Duluth home health services to shift resources to other local health needs. The provider said the move will not affect Hospice services and that support for 29 affected team members is underway. WDIO
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Experimental Music Night with Alex Hecter, Andrew Mahonen, Ben Zucker, and Tim Kaiser
7 PM - 1 AM — Wussow's Concert Cafe — $10 — Experience an exciting showcase of experimental music from talented local artists.
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May Free ArtDAI
1-4 p.m. — Duluth Art Institute-Lincoln Park Building — Free entry — Create seasonal art projects for all ages in a casual, creative atmosphere with snacks and beverages.
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Grounded Threads: Branch Weaving Workshop
12-4 p.m. — Duluth Art Institute-Lincoln Park Building — Registration required — Create unique woven wall art using natural branches and fibers.
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Prime Time at the Paddle: Meat Raffle & More
6-8 p.m. — Bent Paddle Brewing Co. — Free entry — Experience a vintage meat raffle with a modern twist, benefiting a great cause and featuring exciting prizes.
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Make Your Own Root Beer: Adult and Child
5:30-7 p.m. — Duluth Folk School — $54.00 — Learn to create old-style root beer and explore fermentation with your child while tasting various homemade brews.
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10th Anniversary Kick-Off Celebration
5:30-6:30 p.m. — Duluth Folk School — Free entry — Celebrate a decade of community at Duluth Folk School with insights from the director and camaraderie among friends.
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Pete Fest 2026
June 4-8 — Wussow's Concert Cafe — $7 online, $10 door, *Fest Pass $25 — Celebrate local music with diverse performances across five days.
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Walk for Animals
9 AM - 12 PM — Bayfront Festival Park — Fundraiser entry — Walk with your pets to support homeless animals in the community.
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A Taste of Ireland: The Irish Music & Dance Sensation
4-7 p.m. — Duluth Entertainment Convention Center — Tickets on sale now — Experience the vibrant spirit of Ireland through music and dance performed by world-class artists.
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Celtic Song Circle
6-8 p.m. — Wussow's Concert Cafe — Free entry — Sing and play Irish and Scottish favorites in a welcoming group setting.
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