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Wednesday, December 31st, 2025
Good morning, Duluth. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 31st of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The UMD men's hockey team volunteered during winter break to build bed frames for children in need in partnership with Sleep in Heavenly Peace. The local nonprofit will deliver all 20 completed frames with mattresses, sheets, and quilts, giving kids a safe place to sleep. WDIO
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ U.S. Senators are developing new laws to allow Minnesota's hemp industry to continue operations after November's federal restrictions on hemp-derived THC products, as Wild State Cider and others face revenue losses—lawmakers hope to use Minnesota's standards as a national model and have decisions made in the next few months. WDIO
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Gold Star Distribution has recalled nearly 2,000 products after the FDA found rodent and bird droppings in the Minneapolis warehouse, affecting items in food, drugs, pet food and cosmetics that were sent to Minnesota and to stores in Fargo and Indianapolis. Consumers should discard or return the recalled items. KSTP
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The UMD Hockey team worked with Sleep in Heavenly Peace on Tuesday, Dec. 30 to build beds for children in need—helping local families get better sleep. Team members said the effort deepened their appreciation for community support. WDIO
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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.
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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.
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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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2026 Let's Move at The Depot
10 AM – 2 PM — The Depot — Free entry — Get active with fun fitness activities for kids in a warm indoor setting this winter.
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UMD Spring Volunteer Fair
11 a.m. - 1 p.m. — UMD KIRBY STUDENT CENTER — Free entry — Discover various volunteer opportunities in the Duluth community.
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