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DULUTH SPORTS – Duluth FC clipped Joy AC 3-1 in a NPSL amateur men's soccer match Thursday night. John Shuster wrote the game story. The Bluegreens host St. Croix Legends at 7 p.m. today at Walt Hunting Stadium at Duluth Denfeld High School.

AT THE DECC – The William A. Irvin, the majestic freighter anchored in the heart of Canal Park, is open for the 2025 summer season for long weekends. The ship will be open 7 days a week, beginning June 12.

MINNESOTA POWER PRESS RELEASE – As firefighters and other emergency crews work to contain the wildfires in northeastern Minnesota, Minnesota Power is taking measures to protect public safety. Minnesota Power advises customers in Hoyt Lakes and surrounding areas that the company may shut off electric service to the impacted areas if evacuation orders are issued. The company says a proactive emergency power shutoff may be necessary as energized power lines can hinder firefighting efforts and endanger public safety.

EVENTS – Live music fans can look forward to 2025 Duluth Dylan Fest, which kicks off Sunday.

WASHINGTON — Students and families could see significant changes to how student loans are repaid as well as cuts to federal student aid as congressional Republicans look to slash billions of dollars in federal spending to offset the cost of President Donald Trump’s sweeping agenda.

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