Good morning, Duluth.

North Shore Bank is hosting Legacy: 45 years of the Lake Superior Watercolor Society, an exhibition featuring historical and current watercolor art on two floors — open through Aug.

20 at 131 W. Superior St., Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Officials from Superior National Forest explained that wildfire names are chosen during a size-up when the incident commander assesses conditions and assigns a one- or two-word name (for example, using a nearby lake or road) to guide quick coordination as wildfire season intensifies.

Hermantown Police Department announced Thursday that retired K-9 Tuuko was humanely euthanized after a liver failure diagnosis; the police dog served over 10 years with his handler and retired in (Dec.

2025) after assisting local agencies.

The Duluth Police Department announced road closures and parking changes for Grandma’s Marathon weekend from June 15 to June 20.

Drivers should expect detours and delays on routes near Canal Park Drive and local lots during setup and the race.

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.

Foggy Memory Boys & Black River Revue Live

7-10 p.m. — Wussow's Concert Cafe — Check venue for pricing — Experience a unique blend of traditional bluegrass and southwest psychedelia from talented artists.

Wild Mushrooms Foraging Class

5-8 p.m. — Duluth Folk School — Registration from $58 — Discover the art of foraging and identifying wild mushrooms while supporting local education.

The Last Revel Live Concert

6:00 – 9:00 p.m. — Bent Paddle Brewing Co. — Ticketed event — Enjoy an electrifying live performance from The Last Revel.

Rock the Bayfront 2026

9 a.m. to 11:45 p.m. — Bayfront Festival Park — Free — Enjoy a full day of local and regional music performances during Grandma's Marathon weekend.

The Roadside Lupines Concert

7-9 p.m. — Bent Paddle Brewing Co. — Free entry — Enjoy the soulful sounds of Duluth's own folk band as they showcase original music and beloved covers.

Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp

Various times — The College of St. Scholastica — $97 for observing coaches — Youth players enhance their scoring and ball handling skills at this engaging basketball camp.

Midnight Sun Midnight Run

5K — Midnight Sun Midnight Run — Check the race website for entry fees — Celebrate summer with a scenic run along Lake Superior in Duluth.

Rich Mattson & The Northstars Concert

8-11 p.m. — Cedar Lounge Earth Rider Brewery taproom — Tickets available on Eventbrite — An evening of diverse sounds from The Northstars, Miss Georgia Peach, and The Mud Puppies.

4th of July Island Lake Band on the Barge 2026

12-5 p.m. — Island Lake Reservoir Public Water Access — Free entry — Enjoy live music from Sydney Hansen and Jake Birdseye on the barge for a festive Fourth of July celebration.