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Duluth
Thursday, October 9th, 2025
Good morning, Duluth. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Whole Foods Co-op celebrated 55 years in Duluth on October 7 at Ursa Minor Brewing—Mayor Roger Reinert issued a proclamation naming the day Whole Foods day. The co-op has supported local farmers and raised nearly one million dollars for nonprofits through its round up program. WDIO
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Sun Country Airlines will suspend its seasonal service between Duluth and Fort Myers this winter—Duluth Airport Authority said it will look for new airline partners while appreciating the service provided in past seasons. WDIO
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Climate-Duluth host Tone Lanzillo interviewed Polly and Peter Edmunds about their work with Border Partners — the interview was recorded at the Duluth Public Access Community Television studio. Perfect Duluth Day
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Daniel Rosen was confirmed by the Senate to serve as U.S. Attorney for the District of Minnesota, taking over from Acting U.S. Attorney Joseph Thompson. He brings over 30 years of commercial litigation experience and was praised by Congressman Tom Emmer for his commitment to public safety — a step aimed at protecting Minnesotans from crime and fraud. KSTP
- ➤ Imagine Downtown unveiled its five-year plan to revive downtown after a year of community feedback including focus groups, walking tours and surveys. The plan calls for improvements to lighting, sidewalks, signage and the skywalk system—funded by Boreal Waters Community Foundation’s Knight Fund—and aims to add 1,500 new residential units to support local growth. WDIO
- ➤ MnDOT and WisDOT will hold a public meeting on October 20 at the Superior Public Library to update locals on the Blatnik Bridge project and answer questions. The meeting will begin at 5:00 p.m.—it will cover topics such as preliminary engineering, permitting, and plans for traffic mitigation for the aging bridge. WDIO
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Consumer Reports experts advise Duluth residents to prepare their homes for winter by insulating pipes, inspecting roofs, cleaning gutters, and scheduling HVAC service to help prevent costly repairs + save on energy bills. Following these steps may reduce the risk of damage during upcoming storms. KSTP
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Small Town Syndrome with Oscar Lennart & the German Girlfriends
7-10 p.m. — Wussow's Concert Cafe — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy a night of alternative rock and indie vibes in a cozy community venue.
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Duluth Haunted Ship Tours
4-10:30 p.m. — William A Irvin Museum — Tickets from $10 — Experience spine-chilling tours aboard a haunted ship with food trucks and spooky surprises.
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The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
2-5 p.m. — NorShor Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a family-friendly take on the classic ghostly tale of Ichabod Crane and the Headless Horseman.
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Senior GO Show
9 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Pioneer Hall — Free entry — Explore retirement options with exhibitors, live entertainment, and health screenings tailored for seniors.
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Jonathan Richman Concert
7:30-10 p.m. — The West Theatre — Tickets required — Experience the unique sounds and intimate performance style of Jonathan Richman, a legendary singer-songwriter.
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The Great Pumpkin Train
10 AM – 4 PM — North Shore Scenic Railroad — Ticket prices vary — Take a scenic ride to the pumpkin field that appears just once a year.
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The Shark Is Broken
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Duluth Playhouse — $25 — Dive into the comedic chaos on the set of Jaws with iconic actors as tensions rise and hilarity ensues.
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The Shark Is Broken
7:30-9 p.m. — Duluth Playhouse — $25 — A comedic glimpse into the chaotic behind-the-scenes of Jaws amidst clashing egos and mechanical mishaps.
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Demystifying Sewing Machines
9-11 a.m. — Duluth Folk School — $55 registration — Unlock the secrets of your sewing machine with hands-on guidance and build your sewing confidence.
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Object Oriented Analysis and Design Using UML Training
Monday to Friday — HeartCertCPR Duluth — $2250 — Dive into hands-on training in software development using UML methodologies.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
If you do what is easy, your life will be hard. If you do what is hard, your life will be easy.
~ Les Brown
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