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Wednesday, July 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Duluth. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of July.
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Park State Bank signed a merger agreement to acquire First National Bank of Chisholm— the deal will complete in the fourth quarter pending regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions and will offer local customers more digital banking and lending options. BusinessNorth
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Maxfield Research and Consulting completed a Housing Needs Analysis that shows Duluth’s population may exceed 90,000 by 2030—adding pressure to a market with only a 1.8% vacancy rate and 53% of renters paying over 30% of their income. City leaders will review the study's recommendations—including a push for more senior housing—and plan a housing strategies conference in November. WDIO
- ➤ Duluth City Council approved a pay raise for councilors that increases their monthly pay from $1150 to $1425 and will take effect in 2027. They also passed a right-to-repair ordinance set for the November ballot, authorized staff to start negotiations with Eden Renewables from New York for a potential solar farm near Hawk Ridge, and postponed a vote on forming a Transportation Commission until August. WDIO
- ➤ The Minnesota Department of Transportation reported that crews were about halfway through installing deck overlays and the bridge barrier after the final deck pour on July 17, and a new traffic closure on I-35 near the ore docks will force drivers to use one lane in each direction this week—expected to remain until October. The project will improve road safety by replacing aging infrastructure—with painting and lighting scheduled as final steps. WDIO
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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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Wednesday Night at the Races
6 p.m. — Duluth East High School — Check the event page for entry fees — Experience the excitement of racing with close to 1,500 participants each year.
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Café Scientifique
6-7:30 p.m. — Duluth Folk School — Free entry — Engage in enlightening discussions with local experts on science and technology topics.
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Keira Lyn, Ryan Lane & Lydia Boyum Live
7-10 p.m. — Wussow's Concert Cafe — Ticket info to be announced — Enjoy a night of music featuring covers and originals from local talents.
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Pierre Bensusan Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — Wussow's Concert Cafe — Ticket info not provided — Experience the enchanting fusion of world music with the acclaimed guitarist and composer Pierre Bensusan.
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Bloody Bash Fundraiser for ALS
11 AM – 4 PM — Skyline Social & Games — $25 — Enjoy beers, bloodies, and live music while supporting ALS research at this annual fundraiser.
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Concerts on the Pier
5-8 p.m. — Glensheen Mansion — Free admission — Celebrate 10 years of live music by Lake Superior with local favorites and fun activities.
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