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Friday, June 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Duluth. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of June.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Duluth East student Shimia Nord graduated from high school while battling Stage 4 Renal Cell Carcinoma and celebrated with her peers on Wednesday evening. She said she felt grateful to be alive and plans to study criminology at St. Cloud State this fall—she is waiting for another round of scans at the end of the month. WDIO
- ➤ Over 400 firefighters attended the annual Minnesota Wildfire Academy in Grand Rapids at Minnesota North College to hone their skills with both classroom instruction and hands-on training. Organizers said around 450 students from local, state, and federal agencies participated+ building connections that will aid effective coordination during wildfire emergencies. WDIO
- ➤ Denfeld High School senior Reagan Kern will travel to New York City to compete in the Broadway League’s Jimmy Awards on Monday June 23rd — he is the first student from northern Minnesota chosen to represent the state in this national theater competition. WDIO
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Jenkin’s Creek Fire remains at 16,091 acres and 94% contained while the Horse River Fire stays at 13 acres and 0% contained. A BAER team is now assisting with watershed impact assessments — the weather forecast calls for 3-4 days of moderate fire weather with a chance of rain on Sunday to help crews make gains. WDIO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds of nurses at Aspirus St. Luke's and Essentia Health joined picket lines in Duluth as their contracts are set to expire on June 30 and raised concerns over low staffing for patient care. Hospital officials said they would use flexible staffing models to maintain safe care—while negotiations continue. WDIO
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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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Big Wave Dave & The Ripples Live Show
6-9 p.m. — Cedar Lounge Earth Rider Brewery taproom — $10-$80 — Experience an evening of funk, soul, and rock from local music greats.
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How to Grow: Cucumbers, Tomatoes, and Peppers
11 a.m. — Lake Superior College — Free entry — Learn best practices for growing hot crops like tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers in this hands-on workshop.
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The Duluth Armory: A Living History Fundraiser
5:45-8 p.m. — The West Theatre — Support the rehabilitation of the Armory for community use while enjoying insights from local historian Tony Dierckins.
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Kaleb Braun-Schulz Live Performance
5-7 p.m. — Sir Benedicts Tavern on the Lake — Free entry — Enjoy the retro pop-rock and indie-folk sounds of independent musician Kaleb Braun-Schulz.
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2025 Grandma's Marathon Weekend Races
6 PM — Canal Park — Entry fees apply — Experience the thrill of running in the iconic Grandma's Marathon in beautiful Duluth.
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