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Whether you’re in Superior or Duluth, we’re in that prime Perfect Day
The next PDD quiz, scheduled for Aug. 25, will review the month’s headlines and happenings. Submit question suggestions to Alison Moffat at aklawite@d.umn.edu by Aug. 21.
Results
You sure know your local establishments! Nicely done!
Better luck next time!
#1 This Canal Park establishment lends its name to a recurring character in “Take it with You,” a Duluth radio theater series.
Little Angie’s is part of the Grandma’s group of restaurants.
#2 This eatery’s predecessors include Chi-Chi’s and Baja Billy’s.
Mexico Lindo opened in the Fitger’s Brewery Complex in 2010.
#3 Jim Bolin has owned this Superior tavern for 62 years.
While Bolin retains the President Bar & Liquor Store, he sold President’s One Stop and President’s Car Wash in 2019. Read more here.
#4 This nightclub has locations in both Duluth and Superior.
Justin Vranish has entered into a purchase agreement with Alvin Berg to buy the Duluth Flame.
#5 The Duluth location of this regional record store chain received $74,000 after an illegal drug search in 1994.
Read more about the search here.
#6 This Canal Park Hotel features an outdoor rooftop swimming pool.
The Inn on Lake Superior is operated by ZMC Hotels.
#7 This adult club discontinued Saturday afternoon jazz in 2018.
Read more about the Club Saratoga jazz tradition here.
#8 This Duluth complex was closed between 1972 and 1984.
Read more about the history of the Fitger’s complex here.
#9 This South Superior bar was established 60 years ago.
Les Birds changed hands in 2016; read more here.
#10 This regional chain formerly had locations in both Duluth and Superior.
The Duluth Grizzly’s locations closed in 2017 and 2018.