Duluth News Tribune Republishes 1976 Front Pages for America's 250th

Daily look back at local and world events during the nation's Bicentennial year

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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The Duluth News Tribune is republishing the exact front pages from its archives 50 years ago, in 1976, as part of a special project leading up to America's 250th anniversary on July 4, 2026. Readers will get a unique opportunity to revisit local and world events, advertisements, and community life during the nation's Bicentennial year through this daily republishing effort.

Why it matters

As the nation approaches its 250th birthday, this project allows the Duluth community and readers nationwide to reflect on the events, culture, and history of 1976 - a pivotal year that marked the United States' 200th anniversary. Republishing these front pages provides a fascinating window into the past and how the local community experienced the Bicentennial.

The details

The Duluth News Tribune will republish the exact front page from 50 years ago, on February 8, 1976, featuring headlines such as "Freeway all the way", "China pick for premier a surprise", "Death haunts Guatemalans", and more. This daily republishing effort will continue until July 4, 2026, when America celebrates its 250th birthday.

  • The Duluth News Tribune began republishing its 1976 front pages on February 8, 2026.
  • The republishing effort will continue daily until July 4, 2026 - America's 250th anniversary.

The players

Duluth News Tribune

A local newspaper serving the Duluth, Minnesota community.

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The takeaway

This unique republishing project allows readers to step back in time and experience the local and national events, culture, and community of 1976 - a pivotal year in American history. As the nation approaches its 250th birthday, this effort provides a valuable opportunity for reflection and appreciation of the past.