Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of December.
Good morning, Duluth.
The Aspirus-St. Luke’s clinic on Grand Avenue has set up its annual giving tree with hats & mittens that patients may take if needed.
This second-year display invites public donations of warm gear to help support those in need.
Cirrus delivered its 11,000th SR Series aircraft on Nov.
18, and its new G7+ model features Safe Return Emergency Autoland (the first FAA-certified system of its kind) to boost safety, with production at its Duluth site and other U.S. facilities.
Local medical leaders worry that the new federal rule reclassifying graduate nursing as nonprofessional+ may limit federal loans by reducing limits from $200k to $100k effective July 1, 2026, potentially worsening shortages in rural areas while undergraduate programs remain unaffected.
The Minnesota Monsters will play their 2026 home games at AMSOIL Arena, with match dates on May 22, May 30, June 22, July 5, July 11 and July 18 as the new team builds a legacy in Duluth — ticket details will be shared soon.
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.
Climes Live: Music, Pizza & Brews
7-10 p.m. — Fitger's Barrel Room — Food and drinks available for purchase — Enjoy poignant music by Climes alongside delicious pizza and brews in a cozy setting.
Duluth Novelists Monthly Meetup
1-3 p.m. — Wild State Cider — No entry fee — Collaborate with fellow novelists to enhance your writing craft and projects.
Epilepsy Support Group for Adults in Duluth
6-7 p.m. — Caribou Coffee — Free entry — Connect with others in a supportive environment to share experiences about managing epilepsy.
MOONCATS Family Concert
1-3 p.m. — Spirit of the Lake Community Arts — Tickets available — Enjoy family-friendly live music in a warm community atmosphere this winter.
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