Reagan Kern wins prestigious regional musical theatre award, heading to NYC
Kern is the first Duluthian to win Best Actress and will be Minnesota’s Jimmy Awards® Best Actress nominee at the Jimmy Awards.
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Viking Octantis cruise ship docked along DECC waterfront
"So it's not only the convenience of the new seawall dock space that's going to invite more cruise ship traffic, but also the visual coming down the hill and being struck in the face by a huge cruise ship tied up next to the DECC." -- Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert
QUOTE ME, HOWIE: Thomas Pazo, Dan Hartman, Frank Yetka, Paul McDonald, Fred Friedman, etc.
"I’m loving my time in Duluth and getting to work with this fantastic group of young men. We’ve improved tremendously as a team (tactically, technically, physically, and mentally), and we have a lot of room for growth, which is super exciting for the staff and I." -- Thomas Pazo
Photos: 2025 Duluth Harbor Monsters exhibition home opener
The Harbor Monsters hosted Knoxville in the preseason opener at Duluth Arena.
The Unconventional Chef story earns People’s Telly Silver Award
"It's great to see the Story North team recognized for what they packed into this short piece. They managed to bring to life what Chef Jerry and his crew do every day to feed our guests so well." -- Dan Hartman, DECC executive director
Breaking News & Sports, Thursday
"McGiffert brings a wealth of experience and community connections to the position, which will help as we create energy and enthusiasm around Marshall’s athletic programs and build the pipeline of incoming athletes.” -- Marshall Head of School Anthony Pisapia.
William A. Irvin open for summer tours
Visitors can explore the massive engine room, elegant guest quarters, pilot house, and cargo holds that once carried the raw materials that built America.
Nate Bargatze shatters attendance record at Duluth's Amsoil Arena
"Nate Bargatze was just in Dublin and now he's in Duluth, Minnesota, shattering a 14-year attendance record of Sir Elton John. It was a fantastic night at Amsoil Arena!" -- Daniel Hartman, executive director of the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center.
DECC issues parking alert for Nate Bargatze Show, a likely sell-out
The Nate Bargatze Show on Thursday night may be a record crowd for Amsoil Arena. Because the show is set "in the round," all sections are available, and 7,795 seats have been sold (97.2% capacity). Remaining tickets will likely be sold before the performance. PARKING With
At the DECC: Method Man & Redman concert Saturday
Whether you’re a diehard Wu-Tang disciple, a Def Squad day-one, or just someone who’s memorized the 36 Chambers front to back — this concert's for you.
At the DECC: Duluth Lions Club Pancake Day all day Thursday
The 66th annual Duluth Lions Club Pancake Day will be held Thursday from 6 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. at historic DECC Pioneer Hall. Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at the door. Children 4 and under are free with a paid adult. Credit cards are accepted
Halestorm, Stirling to perform at Amsoil
Grammy-winning hard rocker Halestorm will team with electronic violinist Lindsey Stirling in concert at Amsoil Arena on Saturday, September 27. This pairing brings together Halestorm's raw, guitar-driven power with Stirling's mesmerizing violin artistry and choreography, promising fans an electrifying night of genre-blending performances. Both artists have
At the DECC
Hip-hop fans are in for an epic night as Method Man (of Wu-tang Clan), Redman (Def Squad), and Xzibit will take the AMSOIL Arena stage on Saturday, May 3, 2025. Underground rap icon Immortal Technique will join as a special guest performer. Method Man and Redman, longtime collaborators known for
Volunteering for the DECC has helped raise nearly $90,000 for local and regional community groups
Organizations send their volunteers to help with the DECC's public purpose — essential event tasks ranging from showing guests their seats to concession stand support. In return, the DECC contributes $10.59 per volunteer hour to these organizations.
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The Duluth Entertainment Convention Center will host a free family open skate at Amsoil Arena today from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Participants must bring their own skates and helmets. Parking is free. Note: Sports Notebook is powered by Perrault Construction, the trusted roofing, siding and window company
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"The local support has been great. The DECC leadership and staff have been supportive the whole time, and they've been great to work with. It’s such a great curling community here and people understand the game." -- USA Curling CEO Dean Gemmell