Good morning, Duluth.

A Trails and Ales race to benefit the Superior Municipal Forest is set for Saturday, Aug.

1 at the 42nd Street Disc Golf Lot. Registration is $30 until July 31, with free beer and a pint glass from Earth Rider Brewery plus free event entries for top finishers.

LNPK Grocery in Duluth is nearly ready to open pending a USDA SNAP inspector check (expected within weeks) on its stocked fresh produce from Ecolibrium3’s Urban Farm at Lake Superior College, set to serve the Lincoln Park community with free produce giveaways every Tuesday from 2 to 4 p.m.

Retired Brig. General Ron Hein served in the Army National Guard and local military groups and now works as treasurer on the Veterans Memorial Hall Advisory Committee.

He also wrote a book on taconite history—earning the 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award.

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is tracking statewide fish deaths from record heat — 212 reports have affected 102 bodies of water — and urges residents to report dead fish, protect natural shorelines, and reduce fish handling during high temperatures.

Trails End Campground in Cook County reopens today after closing on July 15 due to fire concerns near Superior National Forest; recent rain has moderated wildfire activity & visitors can check official sites for fire updates.

41 entry points in the central and eastern Superior National Forest will reopen Thursday for day and overnight use, covering roughly 432,500 acres (39% of the BWCA) while other access remains closed as crews battle ongoing wildfires.

Will They Kiss | Gill Weather | Galleon

7-10 p.m. — Wussow's Concert Cafe — $11.63-$106.17 — Experience local alt-rock and dream pop bands in a cozy cafe atmosphere.

All Pints North Summer Brew Fest 2026

3:30-7 p.m. — Bayfront Festival Park — 21+ Only — Enjoy Minnesota craft beer, live music, and local food trucks along the shores of Lake Superior.

Anne Wilson Live in Duluth

Time TBD — Bayfront Festival Park — Tickets available now — Experience Anne Wilson's soulful blend of country and Christian music amidst a spiritual atmosphere.

Summit North Trail Runs

August weekend — Spirit Mountain Grand Avenue Chalet — Registration info available — Experience a thrilling trail-running adventure in the scenic trails of West Duluth.

City on The Hill Music Festival

1-8:30 p.m. — Bayfront Festival Park — Ticketed — Celebrate faith and music with top artists in a beautiful lakeside setting.