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Spirit Mountain announced its new four-person chairlift will be named Highline after nearly 2,000 local votes in a community contest.

The lift will replace the Summit and Gandy lifts and will be ready this winter—promising a smoother, more comfortable ride.

The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission approved a $6.2B deal that will see Minnesota Power, serving about 150,000 customers from Duluth to central areas, be acquired by Global Infrastructure Partners (a BlackRock subsidiary) & the Canadian Pension Plan Investment Board on Friday. The sale converts Allete Inc. to a private company and includes customer protections such as $50 million in bill credits and a $20 monthly discount for low-income users.

On Oct 3, the Minnesota Public Utility Commission approved a $6.2 billion plan for a BlackRock unit and the Canada Pension Plan to acquire Minnesota Power—this move may ease concerns over regulatory and antitrust issues.

Gourd Days

10 AM – 4 PM — Duluth Entertainment Convention Center — Free entry — Experience cozy fall eats, seasonal sips, and a pumpkin bounce house at this new autumn tradition.

Duluth Haunted Ship Tours

6:30-10:00 p.m. — William A Irvin Museum — $20 General Admission — Experience thrilling haunted ship tours aboard the William A. Irvin with food trucks and spooky surprises outside.

Small Town Syndrome with Oscar Lennart & the German Girlfriends

7-10 p.m. — Wussow's Concert Cafe — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy a night of alternative rock and indie vibes in a cozy community venue.

Duluth Haunted Ship Tours

4-10:30 p.m. — William A Irvin Museum — Tickets from $10 — Experience spine-chilling tours aboard a haunted ship with food trucks and spooky surprises.

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

2-5 p.m. — NorShor Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a family-friendly take on the classic ghostly tale of Ichabod Crane and the Headless Horseman.

Senior GO Show

9 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Pioneer Hall — Free entry — Explore retirement options with exhibitors, live entertainment, and health screenings tailored for seniors.

Jonathan Richman Concert

7:30-10 p.m. — The West Theatre — Tickets required — Experience the unique sounds and intimate performance style of Jonathan Richman, a legendary singer-songwriter.

The Great Pumpkin Train

10 AM – 4 PM — North Shore Scenic Railroad — Ticket prices vary — Take a scenic ride to the pumpkin field that appears just once a year.

The Shark Is Broken

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Duluth Playhouse — $25 — Dive into the comedic chaos on the set of Jaws with iconic actors as tensions rise and hilarity ensues.

The Shark Is Broken

7:30-9 p.m. — Duluth Playhouse — $25 — A comedic glimpse into the chaotic behind-the-scenes of Jaws amidst clashing egos and mechanical mishaps.