In Milwaukee, people struggling with addiction or mental illness weren’t being cycled through ERs or dumped onto downtown sidewalks. Instead, they had real places to go, real people to meet them, real pathways to stability. That shift gave residents confidence to come back.
For now, give Reinert his due. The Auto Shoppers Ramp is finally going away, brick by stubborn brick, because he made it a priority. And if you squint past the dust, you can almost see a downtown Duluth that isn’t held together by plywood, nostalgia, and wishful thinking. Almost.
The weekly series is presented by Minnesota Power and Downtown Duluth, with a roster of community sponsors helping bring different local acts to the plaza stage throughout the summer.
"If someone has a heart attack, they don’t care who shows up – whether they’re a doctor, a paramedic, or a firefighter – if they know what they’re doing. With us strategically spread out with eight stations across the city, we can get to your house quickly." -- Eric Thompson
A Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert Facebook post today: "This entire week we are focusing on city streets and infrastructure projects. One critical and high-priority infrastructure is the replacement of lead pipe service lines. Work this summer is taking place at various sites in our Fairmount, Lincoln Park, Chester Park,
“We’re proud to be a downtown gathering spot that champions local makers. Local Hour gives us a chance to highlight Minnesota’s incredible breweries and distilleries, while partnerships with Old World Meats and Burgess Family Sugarhouse help us celebrate local flavor throughout our entire menu.”
The Duluth Police Department is attempting to locate 41-year-old David Storbakken, who was last seen on Monday, May 5 in Downtown Duluth. He is described as a Native American male, 6 foot, 160 pounds, with a faded eagle tattoo on the back of his left hand. If anyone has any
“Unsafe staffing levels are hurting our patients. Nurses know it. Patients know it. And hospital executives know it. But those same executives continue to prioritize profits over safe patient care.” -- Megan Finnegan, RN at Aspirus-St. Luke’s in Duluth
“We’re building a space that feels both familiar and unexpected. Snively’s invites you to step back from the noise, enjoy something handcrafted, and connect with Duluth’s spirit in a whole new way.” -- Dan Grew, Marketing Director for the Brewhouse Family
The Harbor Monsters hosted Knoxville in the preseason opener at Duluth Arena.
"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
“Home, I’m Darling does a wonderful job of asking its audience to still be engaged in these characters’ lives even after the curtain call – which I find incredibly compelling.” -- Director Mary Fox
"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.
“I believe in downtown Duluth, and I believe it will thrive again. Not just as a destination, but as our newest residential neighborhood." -- Duluth Mayor Roger Reinert
Visitors can explore the massive engine room, elegant guest quarters, pilot house, and cargo holds that once carried the raw materials that built America.
