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Thursday, May 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Duluth. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ U.S. Congressman Pete Stauber said Nippon Steel Corp. will invest $800 million in U.S. Steel’s Minnesota iron ore operations under a new partnership that is expected to boost the local steel industry and create jobs. The deal will bring $14 billion into the economy and is the largest investment in the taconite facilities (Minntac Mine and Keetac) ever. BusinessNorth
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Cloquet police are asking the public for help finding Daniel Latterell, 64, and Jane Korpela, 63, who have been missing since Sunday near 1600 Cloquet Avenue and are believed to be in a 2010 gray Ford Escape with Minnesota license plate JEP512—officials are concerned for their mental health and safety. KSTP
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Duluth Seaway Port Authority Board of Commissioners named Kevin Beardsley as the new executive director, and he will start on June 3 when Deb DeLuca retires. Born in Duluth and with over 30 years of financial experience (including serving as chief financial officer since 2014), he is set to lead major port projects and begin the search for his CFO replacement. BusinessNorth
- ➤ Legislative leaders warned working groups they had until Wednesday to reach a budget agreement — after missing the May 19 constitutional deadline and failing to finalize talks Tuesday after Memorial Day — or they would take over decision-making. Lawmakers now worry that stalled negotiations may lead to a special session if no deal is reached soon. KSTP
SHOP NEWS
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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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Judy Collins Concert
8-10 p.m. — The West Theatre — Tickets vary — Experience the iconic Judy Collins with her sublime vocals and impactful songwriting in an inspiring evening.
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Fabulous Felted Flowers Workshop
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Duluth Folk School — $25 includes materials — Explore the art of wet and needle felting to create your own beautiful flower garden.
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Introduction to Pottery Wheel Throwing Class
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Duluth Folk School — $74 registration — Learn to throw pottery on the wheel with individualized assistance and practical skills.
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June Luncheon
11:30 AM – 1:00 PM — Mr. D's Bar & Grill — No cost listed — Monthly meeting of the West Duluth Business Club fostering local business and civic collaboration.
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Waterloo Bucks vs. Duluth Huskies
6:35-8:05 p.m. — Wade Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting baseball matchup as the Waterloo Bucks take on the Duluth Huskies.
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