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The Merryweather Inn lands part of former Park Point holiday attraction.

For over 60 years, a painted smiley face or a command to smile — or both — has overlooked a Duluth swimming hole.

Known for voicing the animated cat, as well as Carlton the doorman in "Rhoda" and a crash test dummy in PSAs, Lorenzo Music was named wittiest boy in the Duluth Central High School Class of 1955.

From the editorial: Challenger for Duluth mayor "is the sort of community leader voters can be proud and eager to elect."

From the column: "I was taught at an early age to be a servant leader and to honor, respect, and value all people. ... We need to continue building consensus for more investments in our community."

From the column: "Reporting requires a thick description of any situation or event, so as not to suggest bumper-sticker solutions that ... merely detract from serious conversations."

From the column: "Duluth fans had no idea then the impact our city would end up having on professional football."

From the column: "The story (of Olli Kiukkonen) remains a cautionary tale for Duluth and beyond."

From the editorial: "Anyone doubting the enormity of this local vote can consider that, in addition to the high-profile mayor’s race, more than half of the Duluth City Council seats could turn over."

From the editorial: "As the Minnesota Poison Control System pointed out, 'No one wants a child to be exposed to a life-threatening substance.'" But they are at an alarming rate.