UMD Graphic design students painting a mural at Lake Superior Hall
Since 2019, graphic design students at UMD have been making student housing walls more colorful. And this year's group includes Greta Feist, Albert Edumndson, Maria Owens, Autumn…
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Coffee Conversation: Duluth Salvation Army seeks toys, volunteers, and donations
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Shooting investigation underway in Fayal Township
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Public input meeting held for St. Louis County's 2026 budget
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Fairlawn Mansion begins holiday tours
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Scam Jam familiarizes community to help prevent fraud
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New Finance Director for Duluth
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UMD announces new Associate VP for Philanthropy
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Coffee Conversation: “A 1940’s Radio Christmas Carol” brings holiday spirit to Duluth
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Hartel Disposal matching $75,000 in donations for Salvation Army
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Former Honduras President Hernández freed after Trump pardon
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Mandela Barnes announces run for Wisconsin Governor
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UMD students hold 'ICE Whistle Training Session'
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