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Friday, October 10th, 2025
Good morning, Duluth. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Chum’s warming shelter will open on November 3rd to serve people experiencing homelessness as Safe Bay at Vineyard Church continues to offer temporary night shelter—while the Damiano Center runs a drop-in program and coat drive on October 23rd to help meet rising needs. Service providers expect steady numbers and warn that reduced federal funds may increase demand as colder weather approaches. WDIO
- ➤ YWCA Duluth is hosting dinner events to gather ideas on how to improve programs for women and families through homemade meals—cooked by Strategic Advisor Beth Burt—with events scheduled for October 15th, October 21st, and October 27th from 5 to 7 p.m. Participants will receive a $50 stipend or may arrange a one-on-one meeting if they cannot attend the group dates. WDIO
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters are battling a 30-acre wildfire in mixed hardwoods near George H. Crosby Manitou State Park since detecting smoke shortly after 1:00 p.m.—authorities ask the public to steer clear and avoid drones. WDIO
- ➤ The Lake Superior Zoo is conducting a study that uses underwater flashlights—placing amphibians in a dark box to capture their unique glow—to help zookeepers identify and care for them. The research will track each amphibian's eating and breeding needs as part of ongoing efforts to learn more about biofluorescence. WDIO
- ➤ Firefighters have contained 25% of the Crosby fire that now covers 160 acres; forecasted shifts in wind may push the blaze toward the Superior Hiking Trail and force its temporary closure at 8 a.m. today between Caribou Falls State Wayside Rest and Lake County Road 7—officials expect figures to adjust as mapping improves. KSTP
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The government shutdown has not disrupted SNAP and WIC services today as October SNAP benefits have been approved and WIC clinics continue their appointments—county officials are reviewing federal funds closely and will update if the shutdown extends into November. WDIO
- ➤ Lakes Concrete Plus and Key Lime Air will each pay $45,000 and change policies—settling claims of wrongful sexual stereotyping after a woman was fired from a concrete truck driver job and a qualified man was not hired for a flight attendant role. The settlements will benefit the affected individuals and require both companies to ensure a discrimination-free workplace. KSTP
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ October is Fire Prevention Month and Duluth residents are urged to check the age of their smoke alarms—units older than 10 years need replacement for early fire warnings. Experts advise also updating CO alarms and keeping a fire extinguisher nearby to better protect homes. BusinessNorth
- ➤ Dawn Jackson Blatner, a registered dietitian, offers six easy tips to help keep your body strong during flu season as cold weather nears in Duluth. The tips include adding spices to food, drinking enough water, eating fruits and vegetables, sleeping well, washing hands often, and choosing good meals (like dishes made with Eggland's Best eggs). BusinessNorth
- ➤ Dr. Daniel Diaz joined Essentia Health-Duluth Clinic as an orthopedics and sports medicine specialist and is eager to help patients move with less pain. He earned his degree from AT Still University, finished his residency at William Beaumont Hospital, and completed a fellowship at Henry Ford Hospital + he is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. BusinessNorth
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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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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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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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