Duluth set to welcome home Twin Ports Olympians
Duluth is holding a community celebration to honor Twin Ports Olympians.
The city says members of the U.S. women's and men's curling teams, cross-country skiing coach Chad Salmela and other Olympic team representatives will attend Tuesday's event at the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center. Doors will open at 4:30 p.m. with the program to start at 5 p.m.
The athletes will enter under a canopy of curling brooms.
Duluth Mayor Emily Larson and Superior, Wis., Mayor Jim Paine will present a proclamation. Attendees will also have a chance to hear from the Olympic athletes.
Parking will be free until 6 p.m.
The Olympians will arrive home to cheering family, friends, and fans Monday at 5 p.m. at the Duluth International Airport and will be escorted out by Duluth and Superior police.
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