Good morning, Duluth.

GoFundMe released a report showing Minnesota ranked sixth in generosity in 2025, with Hennepin and St. Louis counties among the 25 most active communities plus over 400,000 Minnesotans donating to local fundraisers.

MnDOT is hosting its 6th annual snowplow naming contest, inviting residents to submit one creative name up to 30 characters (deadline noon on Dec.

19) and (no vulgar or political names allowed). MnDOT staff will review entries before a public vote selects eight winners.

Duluth police officers joined 32 families at Target on Tuesday for the Blue Santa Shop with a Cop event where donations, including a $10,000 gift from the Irving Community Club & gift cards from the Gary New Duluth Community Club, provided holiday gifts for children and eased shopping stress.

Yesterday, Lake Superior College celebrated 175 graduates in a ceremony honoring students who plan to transfer or start working; nursing student Alison Tarutt (aspiring to work at St. Luke’s cardiac floor) expressed excitement to remain in Duluth as final exams begin on Dec.

16.

Derrick Ketcham, 36, found hope with Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge after his 11th rehab attempt and has been clean for two years.

He will now attend the Teen Challenge Leadership Institute and reunite his youngest daughter, whom he had not seen in four years, with her grandmother.

Local businesses report a booming winter for ice fishing and snowmobiling as inland lakes freeze over, but shop inventories may run low by early next year so customers are advised to secure their gear soon.

The Minnesota DNR recommends checking ice conditions and using safe, established trails.

Arrowhead Ice Fishing & Winter Show

12-8 p.m. — Duluth Entertainment Convention Center — Check event website for pricing — Explore the latest in ice fishing gear and family-friendly activities at the annual showcase.

Reusable Holiday Bag Decoration

1-3 p.m. — Whole Foods Co-op - Denfeld — Materials provided — Create your unique holiday designs on reusable canvas bags to help the environment.

Bentleyville Tour of Lights

5-9 p.m. — Bayfront Festival Park — Free — Experience the wonder of America's largest walk-through Christmas light display while helping families in need.

Make Your Cast Iron Happy!

4-7 p.m. — Duluth Folk School — Class registration required — Learn the art of cooking with cast iron and troubleshoot problem pans.

Antique Appraisals

12-3 p.m. — The Depot Foundation — Free entry — Bring your antique for a free appraisal by expert Denny Mager from Northern Specialty.

Frozen The Musical

7:30-10:30 p.m. — NorShor Theatre — $30 – $60 — Experience the magic of Disney’s Frozen with beloved songs and a powerful tale of family and acceptance.

Jólabókaflóð: Holiday Book Flood

10 AM – 2 PM — The St. Louis County Depot — Free entry — Celebrate the Icelandic tradition of book sharing with free books, cocoa, and festive entertainment.

Disney's Frozen: The Broadway Musical

2:00 – 4:30 PM — NorShor Theatre — $30 – $60 — Experience the magical tale of love and family from Disney's iconic Frozen on stage.

Bentleyville Tour of Lights

5-9 p.m. — Bayfront Festival Park — Free admission — Experience the enchantment of festive lights and holiday cheer in a winter wonderland setting.

IIHF World Junior Championship: USA vs Finland

6-7:30 p.m. — Duluth Entertainment Convention Center — $20 admission — Experience the excitement of junior ice hockey as USA takes on Finland in a thrilling match.