Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025

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Good morning, Duluth. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of July.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Northland Foundation awarded eight individuals $39,500 in Maada’ookiing grants last month to support projects that preserve Native American culture and traditions in Duluth and the region. The Maada’ookiing Advisory Board has also opened a pop up grant round for the summer—applications are open through July 30 with the next regular deadline on Sept. 8. BusinessNorth
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Essentia Health clinic workers ended a two-week Unfair Labor Practice strike Tuesday and returned to work after an agreement grouped four nurse teams into one block and set extra dates for contract talks; the group includes 300+ nurses and 400 Advanced Practice Providers. Essentia Health denies the unfair labor claim while union charges remain active. BusinessNorth
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The former Loiselle Liquor store in Duluth’s Central Hillside was demolished last week—this oldest liquor store, established in 1934 and later renamed Lake Superior Liquor Cabinet after a 2022 sale, had its building and two neighboring properties sold to Essentia Health in April. Perfect Duluth Day
SHOP NEWS
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Waitress
7:30-9 p.m. — NorShor Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a delightful live performance of 'Waitress' on stage in Duluth.
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Waitress Musical Performance
7:30-9:00 p.m. — NorShor Theatre — Ticket required — Experience the heartwarming original musical 'Waitress' featuring music by Grammy winner Sara Bareilles.
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Community Mural Project Kick-Off
Join local artist and activist Carla Hamilton for a community brainstorming session! Come share your ideas, stories and inspiration to help shape the design of a mural being painted on the fence of the Diver Morning Sky Hope & Healing Center to commemorate our partnership with Divine Konnections and to honor the Spirit Valley neighborhood.
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Waitress Musical Performance
2-3:30 p.m. — NorShor Theatre — $51.00 - $64.00 — Enjoy a delightful musical experience while supporting a charitable cause.
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Misisipi Mike Wolf Concert
5-7 p.m. — Zeitgeist Restaurant & Bar — Free — Experience the heartfelt folk and country tunes of Misisipi Mike Wolf, reminiscent of legends like John Prine and Johnny Cash.
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Concerts on the Pier
5-8 p.m. — Glensheen Mansion — Free entry — Celebrate summer with live music, local food, and community vibes by the shores of Lake Superior.
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FinnFest 2025
8-6 p.m. — Duluth Entertainment Convention Center — Contact for pricing — Experience North America’s celebration of Nordic culture through music, art, and food.
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City On The Hill Music Fest - 2 Day Pass
3:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. — Bayfront Festival Park — Ticketed event — Celebrate faith and music at this two-day festival in a scenic lakeside setting.
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Laurie BoeDee & Nolan Sellwood Live
7-10 p.m. — Wussow's Concert Cafe — $10 cover — Experience a night of soulful alt-rock and folk tunes with local talents.
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Eau Claire Express vs. Duluth Huskies
3:05-4:35 p.m. — Wade Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling minor league baseball matchup under the afternoon sun.
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