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Duluth
Thursday, August 28th, 2025
Good morning, Duluth. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of August.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Pulsar Helium Inc. announced it will begin drilling up to 10 new wells at its Topaz project near Babbitt in late September to better understand its helium reservoir. The company signed a contract with Timberline Drilling and aims to develop Minnesota’s first commercial helium operation — however, state guidelines on gas extraction remain pending. BusinessNorth
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit that argued Minnesota’s PFAS ban—prohibiting forever chemicals in cookware, carpets, and cosmetics—discriminated against out-of-state manufacturers. The ruling upholds the law that took effect in January and applies equally to all makers. KSTP
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Minnesota Department of Health confirmed 20 West Nile virus cases with 2 deaths reported this year and urged residents to take precautions—such as using EPA-registered insect repellents and wearing long sleeves—to reduce mosquito bites. Officials cautioned that high-risk groups like the elderly and immunocompromised should be extra careful as mosquito activity increases from July to September. KSTP
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Live Music with Jen West
7-8 p.m. — Bent Paddle Brewing Co. — Free entry — Enjoy a blend of happy and heartfelt melodies from Duluth's own Jen West.
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Yacht Rock Harbor Tour
6-8:30 p.m. — Vista Fleet — $30 (+$3.85 fees) — Celebrate volunteers with live music from Saltydog and Born Too Late on a scenic harbor cruise.
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19th Annual Minnesota Mile
6:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Enger Park Golf Course — Free entry — Compete in a friendly team race for fun and awards in various team categories.
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Northland Adaptive Recreation Shoot for Fun
All day — Old Vermilion Trail Hunting Preserve — Fundraising event — Enjoy the largest sporting clay event in Minnesota while supporting adaptive recreation for individuals with disabilities.
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Whose Live Anyway
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Duluth Entertainment Convention Center — $33.50 – $46 — Enjoy an improvised comedy experience featuring cast members from the beloved TV show.
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Million Dollar Quartet
2-5 p.m. — NorShor Theatre — $30 – $60 — Experience a legendary jam session with iconic rock 'n' roll hits performed live on stage.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The quality of your life is determined by the quality of your questions.
~ Tony Robbins
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