Good morning, Duluth.

Rockville’s 9/11 memorial, dedicated in 2016 on the 15th anniversary, features a steel beam from the Twin Towers donated by a local trucking firm—requested by Rosie Steil—to honor the nearly 3,000 victims of the attacks.

The Hartley Nature Center hosted the first day of the North Woods Great Lakes course on September 10 with students learning about Northern Minnesota’s biome as part of the Minnesota Master Naturalist program—this 10‑week class will teach participants about local natural resources and require 40 volunteer hours a year.

Duluth EPA researcher Alexander Cole was fired (Aug 29) after signing a dissent letter that warned about problems at his lab.

He said he stands by his decision and plans to look for a new research job in the Twin Ports.

On Wednesday morning, the Cloquet Area Fire District held a groundbreaking for its new $18 million fire station and administration building that crews plan to finish in December next year—Fire Chief Jesse Buhs said the new design will give first responders more space and better training.

The Coast Guard and more than 15 federal, state and local partners held a two-day oil spill drill in Duluth-Superior harbor that began on Wednesday and ended on Thursday—testing how they would clean up a diesel spill and protect the port and community.

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.

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.

Sparking a Journaling Practice

5:30-7 p.m. — Duluth Folk School — $20 — Start your journaling journey with hands-on techniques and a provided journaling kit.

Chester Bowl Fall Fest

9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. — Chester Bowl Improvement Club — Suggested donation of $5 — Celebrate community with crafts, music, food trucks, and fun activities for all ages.

Duluth Novelists Monthly Meetup

1-3 p.m. — Duluth Cider — Free entry — Engage in discussions on villain motivations and enjoy dedicated writing time.

Pressure Canning 101

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Duluth Folk School — Registration includes class materials — Learn the essentials of pressure canning and take home your own canned green beans.

Outdoor Waterproofing Workshop

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Duluth Folk School — Registration Included — Master the art of waterproofing with wax and oils for your outdoor gear.

The Silver Lining Serenaders

7-10 p.m. — Wussow's Concert Cafe — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy 1920s to 40s dance music infused with New Orleans flair.

Halestorm - Duality Tour 2025

5:30-8 p.m. — Duluth Entertainment Convention Center — Tickets on sale now! — Celebrate rock with Halestorm and special guests Apocalyptica in an evening of electrifying performances.

Women Gonna Lift Pop-Up Lifting Event

Join us for a FREE women's lifting event hosted at Northland Fitness in Lincoln Park. Suggested donation of $20 to Duluth Center For Women and Children (more info on this cause and how to donate in the sign up link!). This event is perfect for novice AND experienced lifters who want to have some fun lifting while raising money for a local cause! We are planning to back squat together for his pop-up. If you are a novice lifter there will be a physical therapist and personal trainer present to help you know exactly what to do! This is also an awesome opportunity to tour Northland Fitness and try out a new gym for free!