Women for Obama event slated in Duluth

The Obama campaign is reaching out to women in several events across Minnesota this week. Up north, there will be a Women for Obama Kick-off gathering in Duluth on Wednesday, Aug. 20 at The Midi Restaurant in the Fitger’s Building at 600 East Superior Street. Doors open at 7 p.m. with a 7:30 start time.

The event will feature hosts State Sen. Yvonne Prettner-Solon, Duluth councilor Sharla Gardner and former State Sen. and gubernatorial candidate Becky Lourey. High profile women leaders will be hosting events all across the state. A "special guest" is slated for the Twin Cities gathering.