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Duluth
Wednesday, May 27th, 2026
Good morning, Duluth. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Janelle Soshnik, a new Duluth mom, won a free AC unit on Mother's Day through the Cool Mom Summer contest held by Super Duper Plumbing and Heating + Luke's Electric after earning the most social media votes from 16 finalists; installation took place last Friday. WDIO
- ➤ Local safety experts stress the importance of inspecting grills, generators (for rust and leaks) and lawn tools ahead of summer for safer outdoor use. They urge homeowners to schedule routine maintenance to prevent fire hazards during warmer months. WDIO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sen. Tina Smith visited Duluth on Tuesday to talk with local nonprofits about a 6,200-unit housing shortage that is pushing up homelessness. The nonprofits launched Pathway Forward to add 40 new housing units and offer year-long support as they work amid limited resources. WDIO
- ➤ The Minnesota DNR will launch a new electronic licensing system on June 9 to let hunters and anglers buy, store and manage licenses online or via a mobile app — replacing a system used for 25 years despite an audit flagging risks. KSTP
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Brewery Creek Terrace in Duluth East Hillside is fully restored with 20+ rental units after a 4.2 million-dollar renovation. Heirloom Property Management hosted an open house on May 26 as locals admired the building’s renewed charm. WDIO
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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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Personal Support Group for Adults Impacted by Epilepsy
6-7 p.m. — Caribou Coffee — No cost — Connect with peers who understand your experiences managing epilepsy in a supportive environment.
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Writers' Open Mic
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Duluth Folk School — Free entry — A vibrant space for poets and writers to showcase their creativity or enjoy listening.
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Thane Hedin, Lydia Boyum & Ryan Lane Concert
7-10 p.m. — Wussow's Concert Cafe — Ticket info TBA — Experience a night of talented singers and songwriters in a cozy local venue.
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