Duluth News Tribune Republishes 1976 Front Page

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The Duluth News Tribune is republishing the front page of its newspaper from 50 years ago on January 31, 1976, as part of a special project leading up to America's 250th anniversary in 2026. The republished front page features headlines covering a range of local and national news, including a court decision on campaign finance, a mining expansion, and high school sports results.

Why it matters

This project provides a unique opportunity for readers to revisit the local and national events, advertisements, and community life of 1976, the year of America's Bicentennial celebration. By republishing these historic front pages, the Duluth News Tribune is offering a glimpse into the past and allowing readers to connect with the community's heritage.

The details

The republished front page from January 31, 1976, includes headlines such as "Going to dogs ain't all bad," "High court liberalizes campaigns," "Countysplit vote warmly received on the Range," "UP mine schedules expansion," "Tony B. has got lots of meatballs," "Buhl will ballot again on heating," "Body clock ticks and tocks," and "Who Won?—Area sports results."

• The front page being republished is from January 31, 1976.
• This is part of a special project leading up to America's 250th anniversary in 2026.

What’s next

The Duluth News Tribune will continue to republish historic front pages from 1976 daily, culminating in the celebration of America's 250th anniversary on July 4, 2026.