020441News640News347130Featuring the grand opening of Nashwauk-Keewatin’s new PreK-12 school, progress at Mesabi Metallics, an inclusive playground ribbon cutting in Hibbing, zoning updates in Nashwauk, the reopening of Charlie’s Alpine Bistro, Northland SBDC milestones, Hello, Range! welcome team recruitment, and registration for State of the Range.IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2025-08-22T20:05:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-702527" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2025-08-22T20:05:00ZFeaturing the grand opening of Nashwauk-Keewatin’s new PreK-12 school, progress at Mesabi Metallics, an inclusive playground ribbon cutting in Hibbing, zoning updates in Nashwauk, the reopening of Charlie’s Alpine Bistro, Northland SBDC milestones, Hello, Range! welcome team recruitment, and registration for State of the Range.1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Aug. 22 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Nashwauk-Keewatin celebrates grand opening of new PreK-12 school</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Mesabi Metallics marks major step forward</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Ribbon cut on inclusive playground at Lincoln Middle School in Hibbing</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Nashwauk updates zoning ordinances, prepares city for the future</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Charlie’s Alpine Bistro opens for business at Lutsen Mountains, redeveloped after fire</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Northland SBDC celebrates milestones</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Hello, Range! recruiting residents for welcome team</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Register today for State of the Range</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3ecb89b" target="_blank">The Ranger - Aug. 22, 2025</a></p> - <br xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><br /></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />7025272025-08-22T21:00:51ZNews640News347130Highlighting Habitat for Humanity’s new homes in Hibbing and Buhl, Rukavina’s insights on forestry innovation at FinnFest USA, Aurora’s new year-round recreation facility, Silver Bay’s trailhead groundbreaking, a Lunch & Learn on local brownfield redevelopment and registration open for the State of the Range eventIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2025-08-06T20:50:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-700882" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2025-08-06T20:50:00ZHighlighting Habitat for Humanity’s new homes in Hibbing and Buhl, Rukavina’s insights on forestry innovation at FinnFest USA, Aurora’s new year-round recreation facility, Silver Bay’s trailhead groundbreaking, a Lunch & Learn on local brownfield redevelopment and registration open for the State of the Range event1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Aug. 6 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Habitat for Humanity completes two new homes in Hibbing and Buhl</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Rukavina highlights forestry innovation at FinnFest USA</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Aurora breaks ground on new year-round recreation facility</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Groundbreaking held for Silver Bay multi-modal trailhead project</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Learn about local brownfield projects over lunch</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Register for the State of the Range event</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3ec7830" target="_blank">The Ranger - Aug. 6, 2025</a></p> - <br xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><br /></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />7008822025-08-06T20:54:20ZNews640News347130Featuring Gov. Walz’s remarks on the Iron Range hosting the 2025 Pan Continental Curling Championships, new housing technical assistance for local communities, playground upgrades in McKinley, strong turnout for Business & Community Development Resources Workshops and a community visit by Commissioner Rukavina and Sen. HauschildIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2025-07-24T14:50:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-699399" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2025-07-24T14:50:00ZFeaturing Gov. Walz’s remarks on the Iron Range hosting the 2025 Pan Continental Curling Championships, new housing technical assistance for local communities, playground upgrades in McKinley, strong turnout for Business & Community Development Resources Workshops and a community visit by Commissioner Rukavina and Sen. Hauschild1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The July 24 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Gov. Walz commends Iron Range as host of 2025 Pan Continental Curling Championships</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Housing technical assistance available to local communities</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* The city of McKinley adds new playground equipment to community park</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Over 100 people attend Business &amp; Community Development Resources Workshops</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Commissioner Rukavina and Sen. Hauschild visit Knife River</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3e7e4d7" target="_blank">The Ranger - July 24, 2025</a></p> - <br xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><br /></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />6993992025-07-24T15:02:12ZNews640News347130Highlighting broadband expansion to more than 2,000 locations in rural St. Louis and Itasca counties, a renovated community park in Chisholm creating a popular space for kids and families, regional priorities and legislative updates from the recent IREA meeting, an upcoming workshop featuring IRRR Business and Community Development resources and new equipment upgrades supporting local snowmobile trail maintenance IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2025-06-26T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-693369" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2025-06-26T22:00:00ZHighlighting broadband expansion to more than 2,000 locations in rural St. Louis and Itasca counties, a renovated community park in Chisholm creating a popular space for kids and families, regional priorities and legislative updates from the recent IREA meeting, an upcoming workshop featuring IRRR Business and Community Development resources and new equipment upgrades supporting local snowmobile trail maintenance 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The June 26 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Broadband expanded to more than 2,000 locations in rural St. Louis County and parts of Itasca County</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Community park in Chisholm renovated, creates popular space for kids and families</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* IREA meeting highlights regional priorities, legislative updates</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Workshop to highlight IRRR Business and Community Development resources</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Area club gains new equipment to maintain snowmobile trails</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3e57d35" target="_blank">The Ranger - June 26, 2025</a></p> - <br xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><br /></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />6933692025-06-26T22:10:53ZNews640News347130Commissioner Ida Rukavina and Sen. Robert Farnsworth reflect on the devastating loss of House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman, and the serious injuries sustained by Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette. IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2025-06-18T22:07:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-694864" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2025-06-18T22:07:00ZCommissioner Ida Rukavina and Sen. Robert Farnsworth reflect on the devastating loss of House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman, and the serious injuries sustained by Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette. 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The June 18 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Standing Together: A Message from Commissioner Ida Rukavina and Senator Robert Farnsworth</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Northland Learning Center breaks ground on new school building</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Construction underway on new, modern East Range water treatment facility</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Workforce housing project breaks ground in Cook County</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Women in Mining event highlights leadership and growth in the industry</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* DIY Trees used business and marketing services for successful product launch</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* SAF Innovation Tour highlights northeastern Minnesota’s role in renewable fuel future</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Trout stocked in Iron Range mine pits</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3e47cfb" target="_blank">The Ranger - June 18, 2025</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3bac8dc" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </a> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><br /></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />6948642025-06-26T22:28:47ZNews640NewsJune 1, 2025, is hereby proclaimed as Mountain Bike Opener Day in the State of Minnesota by Gov. Tim WalzIron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationDepartment of Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2025-06-01T13:15:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-689579" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2025-06-01T13:15:00ZJune 1, 2025, is hereby proclaimed as Mountain Bike Opener Day in the State of Minnesota by Gov. Tim Walz1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><img src="/irrrb/assets/Minnesota%20Mountain%20Bike%20Opener%20Day%20Proclamation_tcm1047-693839.png" title="Minnesota Mountain Bike Opener Day Proclamation" alt="Minnesota Mountain Bike Opener Day Proclamation" style="float: left; width: 600px; height: 992px;" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="Minnesota Mountain Bike Opener Day Proclamation" /></p>6895792025-06-17T12:30:48ZNews640NewsMeeting begins at 2 p.m. IRRRB IRRR Board MeetingIron Range Resources & Rehabilitationeng2025-05-28T16:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-686177" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2025-05-28T16:00:00ZMeeting begins at 2 p.m. 1047<p style="font-size: 14pt;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Click <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@irrrbboardstream5717/streams" target="_blank">here</a> to watch the May 29, 2025, Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) meeting. The meeting begins at 2 p.m.   </p>6861772025-05-29T16:01:00ZNews640NewsMeeting will be livestreamed and available to view on our website.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Commissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2025-05-23T17:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-686539" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2025-05-23T17:00:00ZMeeting will be livestreamed and available to view on our website. 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div>A special meeting of the Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation (IRRR) Board will be held at the Mineland Reclamation Building located at 1003 Discovery Drive in Chisholm on Thursday, May 29 at 2 p.m. </div> <div> </div> <div>Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 13D.015, some board members may participate by interactive technology. Members of the public may attend the meeting onsite. Access to view the meeting along with the written materials provided to board members will be made available on the agency's website: <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/" target="_blank">mn.gov/irrrb/</a>.</div> </div> </div> <div> </div> <div><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3e1d4c1" target="_blank">View the meeting agenda.</a></div> <div> </div> <div>.</div> </div> </div> </div> </div>6865392025-05-23T18:25:59ZNews640News347130Featuring senior housing improvements in Virginia, mass timber innovations in Minnesota, Fraboni’s heating upgrade, Iron Range’s curling spotlight and golf season at Giants RidgeIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2025-05-08T20:45:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-683261" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2025-05-08T20:45:00ZFeaturing senior housing improvements in Virginia, mass timber innovations in Minnesota, Fraboni’s heating upgrade, Iron Range’s curling spotlight and golf season at Giants Ridge1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The May 8 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Housing grant preserves senior housing at Washington Manor in Virginia</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Timber Transformations event highlights future of mass timber in Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Fraboni’s in Hibbing replaces heat system with help from BER grant</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Iron Range to host 2025 Pan Continental Curling Championships</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Giants Ridge golf open for the season</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3de65f2" target="_blank">The Ranger - May 8, 2025</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3bac8dc" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </a> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><br /></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />6832612025-05-08T20:52:15ZNews640NewsHeintzeman won the April 29 special election to serve Minnesota Senate District 6Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationDepartment of Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2025-04-30T16:15:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-682230" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2025-04-30T16:15:00ZHeintzeman won the April 29 special election to serve Minnesota Senate District 61047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation (IRRR) Board will welcome a new member, Sen.-elect Keri Heintzeman, following the special election in Minnesota Senate District 6 on April 29.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The IRRR Board consists of the state senators and representatives elected from state senatorial or house districts in which one-third or more of the residents reside within the agency's service area. One additional state senator is appointed by the majority leader of the senate.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3dd7c56" target="_blank">Read the full news release.</a></p>6822302025-04-30T16:22:15ZNews640News347130Highlighting Northeast Technical Services' major expansion, IRRR's participation in the SME conference, Culture & Tourism grant awards, the transformation of a vacant building by the trails club in Hoyt Lakes and volunteerism by area clubs supporting ATV and snowmobile trailsIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2025-04-16T20:05:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-679632" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2025-04-16T20:05:00ZHighlighting Northeast Technical Services' major expansion, IRRR's participation in the SME conference, Culture & Tourism grant awards, the transformation of a vacant building by the trails club in Hoyt Lakes, and volunteerism by area clubs supporting ATV and snowmobile trails1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The April 16 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Northeast Technical Services in Virginia acquires new drilling equipment and new office location</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* IRRR showcases regional resources at SME conference</p> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">* </span><font face="Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif">Over $95,000 in Culture &amp; Tourism grants awarded</font></div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><font face="Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif"><br /></font></div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Hoyt Lakes partners with local trail club to transform vacant buildings</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Area clubs volunteer to support region’s ATV and snowmobile trails</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3da0ef9" target="_blank">The Ranger - April 16, 2025</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3bac8dc" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </a> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><br /></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />6796322025-04-16T20:21:16ZNews640News347130Featuring an entrepreneurial conference in Virginia, housing revitalization in Aurora, forestry opportunities presented at the MVP meeting, new pickleball courts in Greenwood Township, trail improvements in Two Harbors and IRRR staff outreach in Crosby-Ironton and Buhl. IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2025-04-02T21:45:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-670872" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2025-04-02T21:45:00ZFeaturing an entrepreneurial conference in Virginia, housing revitalization in Aurora, forestry opportunities presented at the MVP meeting, new pickleball courts in Greenwood Township, trail improvements in Two Harbors and IRRR staff outreach in Crosby-Ironton and Buhl. 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The April 2 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Entrepreneurial energy sparks at CEC Conference in Virginia</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Housing grant helps city of Aurora revitalize neighborhoods</p> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">* </span><font face="Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif">Rukavina highlights forestry opportunities at MVP meeting</font></div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><font face="Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif"><br /></font></div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New pickleball courts open in Greenwood Township </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* IRRR staff connect with Crosby-Ironton and Buhl economic development leaders</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New bridge and signage added to the Yukon Snowmobile Trail in Two Harbors</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3d9530e" target="_blank">The Ranger - April 2, 2025</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3bac8dc" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </a> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><br /></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />6708722025-04-03T19:33:22ZNews640NewsFarnsworth is from Hibbing and represents District 7. Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationDepartment of Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationCommissioner Ida RukavinaSen. Robert Farnswortheng2025-03-26T14:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-675355" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2025-03-26T14:30:00ZFarnsworth is from Hibbing and represents District 7. 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">At today's Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation (IRRR) Board meeting in St. Paul, Sen. Robert Farnsworth of Hibbing was elected chair. He represents District 7 and has been a member of the board since 2023.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3d89835" target="_blank">Read the full news release.</a></p>6753552025-03-26T14:36:56ZNews640NewsMeeting will be livestreamed and available to view on our website.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Commissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2025-03-21T21:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-673910" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2025-03-21T21:00:00ZMeeting will be livestreamed and available to view on our website. 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div>A special meeting of the Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board will be held in the Prairie Clover Room (ground level) at the Centennial Office Building, 658 Cedar St., Saint Paul, Minnesota on Wednesday, March 26 at 8:30 a.m.</div> <div> </div> <div>Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 13D.015, some board members may participate by interactive technology. Members of the public may attend the meeting onsite. Access to view the meeting along with the written materials provided to board members will be made available on the agency's website: <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/" target="_blank">MN.GOV/IRRRB</a>.</div> </div> <div> </div> <div><strong>AGENDA</strong></div> <div> <div> <div>1. Call to Order</div> <div>2. Roll Call</div> <div>3. Approval of Feb. 25, 2025, Meeting Minutes</div> <div>4. Amend Procedures to Elect Advisory Board Chair</div> <div>5. Reorganization of Board</div> <div>6. Other</div> <div>7. Adjournment</div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>6739102025-03-21T21:08:17ZNews640NewsMeeting details to be provided at a later timeIron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationDepartment of Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2025-03-20T16:45:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-673560" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2025-03-20T16:45:00ZMeeting details to be provided at a later time1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">As a result of today's resignation by former Sen. Justin Eichorn from the Minnesota State Senate, he is no longer a state senator and therefore no longer the chair of the Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation (IRRR) Board. Rep. Roger Skraba, the vice chair of the IRRR Board, has initiated the call for a special meeting to reorganize the board and select a new chair. Additional information about this meeting will be provided at a later time.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3d7dee9" target="_blank">Read the news release.</a></p>6735602025-03-20T16:44:46ZNews640News347130Highlighting an upgraded entry at a small business in Aurora, a Workforce Development grant helping teachers learn more about the mining industry, a new paved trail in Biwabik's community park and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2025-03-19T21:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-673300" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2025-03-19T21:30:00ZHighlighting an upgraded entry at a small business in Aurora, a Workforce Development grant helping teachers learn more about the mining industry, a new paved trail in Biwabik's community park and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The March 19 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Small business owner uses BER grant to upgrade building entry in Aurora</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Workforce Development grant helps local teachers learn more about mining industry and its career pathways for students</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Biwabik adds paved trail in community park</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Poplar River bridge replaced in Lutsen Township</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* L&amp;M Fleet Supply opens new distribution center in Grand Rapids</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3d782ba" target="_blank">The Ranger - March 19, 2025</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3bac8dc" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </a> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><br /></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />6733002025-03-19T21:39:17ZNews640NewsOver $9 million invested into business, community and workforce development in the Taconite Assistance AreaIron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationDepartment of Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2025-02-26T01:40:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-670562" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2025-02-26T01:40:00ZOver $9 million invested into business, community and workforce development in the Taconite Assistance Area1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">At today's Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation (IRRR) Board meeting, approximately $9 million in projects were reviewed that are expected to grow existing businesses, support child care, modernize infrastructure and public facilities, upgrade essential services and increase the housing inventory. Total project investment into the region is over $83.6 million.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3d3f20c" target="_blank">Read the full recap.</a></p>6705622025-02-26T01:45:57ZNews640NewsMeeting begins at 6:30 p.m. IRRRB IRRR Board MeetingIron Range Resources & Rehabilitationeng2025-02-25T18:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-670487" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2025-02-25T18:00:00ZMeeting begins at 6:30 p.m. 1047<p style="font-size: 14pt;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Click <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@irrrbboardstream5717/streams" target="_blank">here</a> to watch the Feb. 25, 2025, Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) meeting. The meeting begins at 6:30 p.m.   </p>6704872025-03-26T14:42:46ZNews640NewsGrants assist projects that support arts, culture, history, tourism and recreational activities, enhance the quality of life in the region and attract visitors.Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationDepartment of Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationCommissioner Ida RukavinaCulture and Tourism Grantseng2025-02-20T22:15:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-669811" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2025-02-20T22:15:00ZGrants assist projects that support arts, culture, history, tourism and recreational activities, enhance the quality of life in the region and attract visitors.1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Twenty-five projects were recently awarded a total of $504,000 in Culture &amp; Tourism grants by Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation (IRRR). The agency invests approximately $600,000 annually into the grant program. The grants assist projects that support arts, culture, history, tourism and recreational activities, enhance the quality of life in the region and attract visitors.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">“These projects represent continuous improvements being made to the communities and amenities throughout the Taconite Assistance Area,” said IRRR Commissioner Ida Rukavina. “Culture &amp; Tourism grants, like all of our agency’s grants, are funded from Taconite Production Tax generated by the local mining industry. The investments made from that tax enrich the economy and quality of life for all of us who live and work here.”</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3d26a1c" target="_blank">Read the full news release.</a></p>6698112025-02-20T22:14:19ZNews640NewsMeeting will be livestreamed and available to view on our website.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Commissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2025-02-20T19:15:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-670087" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2025-02-20T19:15:00ZMeeting will be livestreamed and available to view on our website. 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div>A special meeting of the Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation (IRRR) Board will be held in the Governors 4 Boardroom (lower level) at the InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront Hotel at 11 East Kellogg Blvd. in Saint Paul on Tuesday, Feb. 25 at 6:30 p.m. </div> <div> </div> <div>Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 13D.015, some board members may participate by interactive technology. Members of the public may attend the meeting onsite. Access to view the meeting along with the written materials provided to board members will be made available on the agency's website: <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/" target="_blank">MN.GOV/IRRRB</a>.</div> </div> <div> </div> <div><strong>AGENDA</strong></div> <div> <div> <div>1. Call to Order</div> <div>2. Roll Call</div> <div>3. Reorganization of the Board </div> <div>4. Approval of Nov. 12, 2024, Meeting Minutes</div> <div>5. Commissioner’s Comments</div> <div>6. Business Development Projects</div> <div>7. Child Care Development Projects</div> <div>8. Community Development Projects</div> <div>9. Other</div> <div>10. Adjournment</div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>6700872025-02-20T22:35:46ZNews640NewsChampion represents District 59 and is the current president of the senate.Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationDepartment of Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationCommissioner Ida RukavinaSen. Bobby Joe Championeng2025-02-14T21:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-669602" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2025-02-14T21:30:00ZChampion represents District 59 and is the current president of the senate. 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Sen. Bobby Joe Champion of Minneapolis was reappointed today to a second term on the Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation (IRRR) Advisory Board by the Minnesota Senate Subcommittee on Committees of the Committee on Rules and Administration. His term will run until Jan. 1, 2027. Champion represents District 59 and is the current president of the senate.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The IRRR Advisory Board consists of the state senators and representatives elected from state senatorial or house districts in which one-third or more of the residents reside within the agency's service area. One additional state senator is appointed by the majority leader of the senate.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3d25f70" target="_blank">Read the full news release.</a></p>6696022025-02-14T21:39:18ZNews640News347130Highlighting Commissioner Rukavina's appointment to Port Authority board, progress at Aurora's West Industrial Park, upgrades at Pro Blast Technology in Keewatin and Eveleth Trail Hawks Snowmobile Club's new trail grooming equipmentIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2025-02-12T23:50:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-667560" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2025-02-12T23:50:00ZHighlighting Commissioner Rukavina's appointment to Port Authority board, progress at Aurora's West Industrial Park, upgrades at Pro Blast Technology in Keewatin and Eveleth Trail Hawks Snowmobile Club's new trail grooming equipment1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Feb. 12 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Rukavina appointed to Port Authority board</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Construction underway at Aurora’s West Industrial Park</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Pro Blast Technology in Keewatin, largest paint booth in northern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Eveleth Trail Hawks Snowmobile Club has new trail grooming equipment</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3d1a12d" target="_blank">The Ranger - Feb. 12, 2025</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3bac8dc" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </a> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><br /></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />6675602025-02-13T00:00:21ZNews640News347130Featuring Commissioner Rukavina's participation in APEX panel discussion, new owners and revitalization at bait shop in Cook, utilization of small business grants in downtown Hibbing, IRRR staffing updates and Roy Smith's participation in behavioral health summitIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2025-01-29T23:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-667324" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2025-01-29T23:30:00ZFeaturing Commissioner Rukavina's participation in APEX panel discussion, new owners and revitalization at bait shop in Cook, utilization of small business grants in downtown Hibbing, IRRR staffing updates and Roy Smith's participation in behavioral health summit1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Jan. 29 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Rukavina participates in panel at APEX annual meeting</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Local family revitalizes successful bait shop in Cook</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Downtowns are being revitalized through bundle of grants designed for small businesses</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Rukavina announces staffing updates </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Smith provides opening remarks at behavioral health summit</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3cddfe1">The Ranger - Jan. 29, 2025</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3bac8dc" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </a> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><br /></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />6673242025-01-29T23:33:52ZNews640News347130Highlighting upcoming Women in the Workforce events, renovations at Ravenstone Abbey in Coleraine, building improvements at Mike's Pub in Hibbing and Culture & Tourism grant cycle opening IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2025-01-09T17:50:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-664306" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2025-01-09T17:50:00ZHighlighting upcoming Women in the Workforce events, renovations at Ravenstone Abbey in Coleraine, building improvements at Mike's Pub in Hibbing and Culture & Tourism grant cycle opening 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Jan. 9 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* High school female students will learn about high-demand non-traditional careers</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Small business owners renovate church to launch Ravenstone Abbey in Coleraine </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Small business success: Grants help Mike’s Pub in Hibbing make building improvements</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Culture &amp; Tourism grant cycle opens Jan. 15</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3ca6942">The Ranger - Jan. 9, 2025</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3bac8dc" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </a> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><br /></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />6643062025-01-09T18:05:17ZNews640News347130Featuring a message from Commissioner Ida RukavinaIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2024-12-23T23:05:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-661480" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-12-23T23:05:00ZFeaturing a message from Commissioner Ida Rukavina1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Dec. 23 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* A Range of Possibilities - Commissioner Ida Rukavina</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3c7cecc" target="_blank">The Ranger - Dec. 23, 2024</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3bac8dc" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </a> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><br /></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />6614802024-12-23T23:09:54ZNews640News347130Highlighting ribbon-cutting ceremony for Silver Lake walking trail and floating pier, an initiative to grow the forestry industry workforce, improvements to Wabana Recreation Complex and enhancements to Knife River's commercial fishing exhibitIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2024-12-04T23:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-658116" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-12-04T23:00:00ZHighlighting ribbon-cutting ceremony for Silver Lake walking trail and floating pier, an initiative to grow the forestry industry workforce, improvements to Wabana Recreation Complex and enhancements to Knife River's commercial fishing exhibit1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Dec. 4 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Ribbon-cutting ceremony held for Silver Lake walking trail and floating pier</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* The forestry industry is growing its workforce</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Wabana Recreation Complex receives support from Culture &amp; Tourism grant</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Knife River enhances commercial fishing exhibit</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3bc3fc1" target="_blank">The Ranger - Dec. 4, 2024</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3bac8dc" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </a> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><br /></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />6581162024-12-04T23:09:37ZNews640NewsIron Range Resources & Rehabilitation (IRRR), in partnership with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR), began stocking the open mine pit lakes in 1984 as part of its mineland reclamation work. Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationDepartment of Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationCommissioner Ida RukavinaMinnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR)eng2024-11-21T22:20:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-654996" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-11-21T22:25:00ZIron Range Resources & Rehabilitation, in partnership with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, began stocking the open mine pit lakes in 1984 as part of its mineland reclamation work. 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">There are numerous legacy mine pit lakes across northeastern Minnesota. All of them are former iron mines that naturally filled with water over time. The mine pit lakes at one time produced iron ore, which was turned into steel that helped build America. The bodies of water are deep, clear, cool and clean.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation (IRRR), in partnership with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR), began stocking the open mine pit lakes in 1984 as part of its mineland reclamation work. The DNR advises the agency on what mine pit lakes to stock and preferred quantities of fish.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3c33c3b" target="_blank">Read the full news release.</a></p>6549962024-11-21T23:18:41ZNews640News347130Featuring fish stocking, Entrepreneurship Month, Native American Heritage Month, new wastewater treatment facility in Babbitt, energy efficient and code compliance upgrades at Blake & Lind CPAs in Grand Rapids and upgrades to the Timber Hall Event Center in EmbarrassIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2024-11-20T23:20:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-654681" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-11-20T23:20:00ZFeaturing fish stocking, Entrepreneurship Month, Native American Heritage Month, new wastewater treatment facility in Babbitt, energy efficient and code compliance upgrades at Blake & Lind CPAs in Grand Rapids and upgrades to the Timber Hall Event Center in Embarrass1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Nov. 20 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Fish stocking enhances regional recreation, benefits local communities</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* November is National Entrepreneurship Month</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* November is Native American Heritage Month</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* City of Babbitt constructs new wastewater treatment facility</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Small business success: BER &amp; DBR grants help Blake &amp; Lind CPAs of Grand Rapids</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Timber Hall Event Center in Embarrass upgrades its facilities</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3bf0db1" target="_blank">The Ranger - Nov. 20, 2024</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3bac8dc" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </a> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><br /></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />6546812024-12-03T22:12:02ZNews640NewsOver $65 million invested into business, community and workforce development in the Taconite Assistance AreaIron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationDepartment of Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2024-11-12T20:45:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-652743" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-11-12T20:45:00ZOver $65 million invested into business, community and workforce development in the Taconite Assistance Area1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">At today's Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board meeting, an estimated $65.8 million in projects were reviewed that are expected to grow existing businesses, modernize public works and infrastructure, and expand broadband, child care, healthcare, housing, outdoor recreation and mining. Funding was made available to enhance the engineering, nursing and welding programs on local college campuses; to research the feasibility of Minnesota’s green iron industry; and, to mitigate damage on the East Range caused by the June 2024 flooding.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3c1b66e" target="_blank">Read the full recap</a>.</p>6527432024-11-13T22:00:41ZNews640NewsMeeting begins at 12 p.m. IRRRB IRRR Board MeetingIron Range Resources & Rehabilitationeng2024-11-12T14:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-652679" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-11-12T14:00:00ZMeeting begins at 12 p.m. 1047<p style="font-size: 14pt;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Click <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@irrrbboardstream5717/streams" target="_blank">here</a> to watch the Nov. 12, 2024, Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) meeting. The meeting begins at 12 p.m.   </p>6526792024-11-12T14:00:08ZNews640NewsMeeting will be livestreamed and available to view on our website.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Commissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2024-11-08T17:25:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-651699" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-11-08T17:25:00ZMeeting will be livestreamed and available to view on our website. 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div>An Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation (IRRR) Board Meeting will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 12 at 12 p.m. at IRRR’s Administration Building located at 4261 Highway 53 South in Eveleth.</div> <div> </div> <div>Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 13D.015, some board members may participate by interactive technology. Access to view the meeting and the written materials provided to board members will be available on the agency's website: <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/" target="_blank">MN.GOV/IRRRB</a>.</div> </div> <div> </div> <div><strong>AGENDA</strong></div> <div> <div> <div>1. Call to Order</div> <div>2. Roll Call</div> <div>3. Approval of July 29, 2024, Meeting Minutes</div> <div>4. Commissioner’s Comments</div> <div>5. Minerals Article/2024 Tax Omnibus Bill Projects</div> <div>6. Minerals Article - Authorize Prior Expenditures</div> <div>7. Flood Impacted Agency Lands</div> <div>8. Natural Resources Research Institute and the MN Industrial Transformation Initiative Phase 1</div> <div>9. Taconite Economic Development Fund</div> <div>10. Iron Range Higher Education Account</div> <div>11. FY25 Budget Amendment - Regional Trails</div> <div>12. Business Development Projects</div> <div>13. Broadband Infrastructure Projects</div> <div>14. Child Care Development Grant</div> <div>15. Public Works Projects</div> <div>16. Other</div> <div>17. Adjournment</div> </div> <div>.</div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>6516992024-11-08T17:30:59ZNews640News347130Highlighting Range Transitional Housing grand opening for emergency family housing facility, new helipad in Lake Vermilion area, Arrowhead Coalition of Trails event and student career exploration IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2024-10-17T22:20:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-649736" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-10-17T22:20:00ZHighlighting Range Transitional Housing grand opening for emergency family housing facility, new helipad in Lake Vermilion area, Arrowhead Coalition of Trails event and student career exploration 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Oct. 17 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Range Transitional Housing hosts grand opening for emergency family housing facility</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New helipad enhances emergency services in the Lake Vermilion area</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Arrowhead Coalition of Trails celebrates impact of regional trails </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Workforce Development grant helps local students explore career options</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3bac8dc" target="_blank">The Ranger - Oct. 17, 2024</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3bac8dc" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><br /></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />6497362024-10-17T22:59:59ZNews640News347130Featuring the inaugural State of the Range event, groundbreaking ceremony for the Giants Ridge Pool & Sauna Haus, Chisholm Laundry upgrades, Broadway in the Boundary Waters program, school trail project in Field Township, E-waste Expo, Arrowhead Coalition of Trails meeting and procurement fair IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2024-10-03T21:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-647885" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-10-03T21:30:00ZFeaturing the inaugural State of the Range event, groundbreaking ceremony for the Giants Ridge Pool & Sauna Haus, Chisholm Laundry upgrades, Broadway in the Boundary Waters program, school trail project in Field Township, E-waste Expo, Arrowhead Coalition of Trails meeting and procurement fair 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Oct. 3 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Inaugural State of the Range event highlights the Range of Possibilities</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Groundbreaking held for Giants Ridge Pool &amp; Sauna Haus</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Small business success: BER grant helps Chisholm Laundry</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Culture &amp; Tourism grant supports Broadway in the Boundary Waters</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* School trail project made possible with task force grant</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* E-waste Expo set for Oct. 5 in Mountain Iron</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* ACT meeting to celebrate trails, amenities and the people who make them happen</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Procurement fair focuses on how to do business with government agencies</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3b93174" target="_blank">The Ranger - Oct. 3, 2024</a></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><br /></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />6478852024-10-03T22:03:55ZNews640News347130Highlighting Workforce Development Month, Sammy's Pizza expansion in Hibbing, groundbreaking events for a new manufacturing facility in HIbbing and the East Range joint water project, grand opening for North Star Elementary, playground renovations in Grand Portage and Coleraine, RAMS' lunch and learn and the upcoming State of the Range event IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2024-09-06T21:15:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-643143" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-09-06T21:15:32ZHighlighting Workforce Development Month, Sammy's Pizza expansion in Hibbing, groundbreaking events for a new manufacturing facility in HIbbing and the East Range joint water project, grand opening for North Star Elementary, playground renovations in Grand Portage and Coleraine, RAMS' lunch and learn and the upcoming State of the Range event 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Sept. 6 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* September is Workforce Development Month</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Iron Range tradition, Sammy’s Pizza expands and renovates its downtown Hibbing location</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Groundbreaking event celebrates new manufacturing facility in Hibbing</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* East Range joint water project moves forward</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* North Star Elementary hosts grand opening celebration</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa renovates community playground</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* RAMS facilitates lunch and learn session in Mountain Iron</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Coleraine refurbishes community playground</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* RSVP for the State of the Range event</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3ae7d87" target="_blank">The Ranger - Sept. 6, 2024</a></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><br /></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />6431432024-09-06T21:14:32ZNews640NewsThe tour included stops in Ely, Mountain Iron and Virginia. Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationDepartment of Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationCommissioner Ida RukavinaCommissioner Matt VarilekMinnesota Department of Employment and Economic DevelopmentPresident/CEO Tony SertichNorthland Foundationeng2024-08-20T18:35:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-641726" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-08-20T18:35:00ZThe tour included stops in Ely, Mountain Iron and Virginia. 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Ahead of Workforce Development Month in September, Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation (IRRR) Commissioner Ida Rukavina hosted Commissioner Matt Varilek of the Minnesota Department of Employment &amp; Economic Development (DEED) and President/CEO Tony Sertich of the Northland Foundation for a regional economic development tour on Wednesday, Aug. 14. The tour included stops in Ely, Mountain Iron and Virginia.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">“It was a pleasure to host Commissioner Varilek and President/CEO Sertich for this impactful day,” said Commissioner Rukavina. “We look forward to continued collaborations with DEED and the Northland Foundation as we work to create a stronger, more resilient Minnesota.”  </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3afcef3" target="_blank">Read the full news release.</a></p>6417262024-08-20T18:40:01ZNews640News347130Featuring groundbreaking ceremony at West Industrial Park in Aurora, Commissioner Rukavina's participation in women's leadership panel at FinnFest USA, Arrowhead Auto's expansion plans, new shelter amenity at Hoyt Lakes park, drive-through light display in Itasca area and an electric vehicle needs assessment surveyIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2024-08-08T19:35:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-640320" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-08-08T19:35:00ZFeaturing groundbreaking ceremony at West Industrial Park in Aurora, Commissioner Rukavina's participation in women's leadership panel at FinnFest USA, Arrowhead Auto's expansion plans, new shelter amenity at Hoyt Lakes park, drive-through light display in Itasca area and an electric vehicle needs assessment survey1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Aug. 8 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Groundbreaking ceremony held for West Industrial Park in Aurora</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Rukavina participates in women's leadership panel at FinnFest USA</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Arrow Auto Glass &amp; Door has new owners with plans to expand in commercial sector</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Hoyt Lakes adds new shelter amenity to community park</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Itasca area adds northern Minnesota’s largest drive-through light display</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Take the electric vehicle needs assessment survey</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3ad19af" target="_blank">The Ranger - Aug. 8, 2024</a></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><br /></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />6403202024-08-08T19:42:52ZNews640NewsCity of Cook devastated by recent flood, receives up to $2.5 million in economic recovery fundingIron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationDepartment of Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2024-07-29T16:45:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-638842" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-07-29T16:45:00ZCity of Cook devastated by recent flood, receives up to $2.5 million in economic recovery funding1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">At today's Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation (IRRR) Board meeting, up to $2.5 million in economic recovery funding was reviewed. The newly established <strong>City of Cook Economic Recovery Fund</strong> is designed to provide financial relief to business owners whose buildings and operations were directly impacted by the devastating flood that occurred on June 18.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3aaccdd" target="_blank">Read the full recap.</a></p>6388422024-07-29T16:49:15ZNews640NewsMeeting begins at 10 a.m. IRRRB IRRR Board MeetingIron Range Resources & Rehabilitationeng2024-07-29T12:15:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-638841" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-07-29T12:15:00ZMeeting begins at 10 a.m. 1047<p style="font-size: 14pt;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Click <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@irrrbboardstream5717/streams" target="_blank">here</a> to watch the July 29, 2024, Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) meeting. The meeting begins at 10 a.m.  </p>6388412024-07-29T12:16:20ZNews640NewsMeeting will be livestreamed and available to view on our website.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Commissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2024-07-26T16:45:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-638509" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-07-26T16:45:00ZMeeting will be livestreamed and available to view on our website. 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div>An Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board Meeting will be held on Monday, July 29 at 10 a.m. at Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation’s Administration Building located at 4261 Highway 53 South in Eveleth.</div> <div> </div> <div>Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 13D.015, some board members may participate by interactive technology. Meeting materials and access to view the meeting will be available on the agency's website: <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/" target="_blank">MN.GOV/IRRRB</a>.</div> </div> <div> </div> <div><strong>AGENDA</strong></div> <div> <div>1. Call to Order</div> <div>2. Roll Call</div> <div>3. Approval of May 28, 2024 Meeting Minutes</div> <div>4. Commissioner’s Comments</div> <div>5. Cook Economic Recovery Fund</div> <div>6. Adjournment </div> <div>.</div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>6385092024-07-26T16:52:29ZNews640NewsCeremony set for Thursday, July 25 at 12 p.m. Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationDepartment of Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2024-07-19T15:15:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-632545" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-07-19T15:15:00ZCeremony set for Thursday, July 25 at 12 p.m. 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The city of Aurora is developing an industrial park northeast of the intersection of Minnesota State Highway 135 and County Road 100. The park will create new industrial space in the region and help attract and accommodate potential new manufacturing businesses.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">West Industrial Park Groundbreaking Ceremony (public welcome):</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">DATE/TIME: Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 12 p.m.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">LOCATION: Northeast of the intersection of Minnesota State Highway 135 and County Road 100.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">RECEPTION: Immediately following at the Aurora Community Center (15 West 1st Avenue North, Aurora), hosted by contractor Bolton &amp; Menk.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3a966cd" target="_blank">Read the full news release.</a></p>6325452024-07-23T12:27:42ZNews640News347130Highlighting the ribbon-cutting event for Chisholm's new public safety facility, groundbreaking for Bois Forte's new Vermilion Public Works Service Facility, opening celebration for new pickleball courts in Hibbing, Mesabi Musical Theatre's upcoming production of Ruthless! The Musical and IRRR staff outreach visits to communitiesIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2024-07-11T22:35:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-631614" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-07-11T22:35:00ZHighlighting the ribbon-cutting event for Chisholm's new public safety facility, groundbreaking for Bois Forte's new Vermilion Public Works Service Facility, opening celebration for new pickleball courts in Hibbing, Mesabi Musical Theatre's upcoming production of Ruthless! The Musical and IRRR staff outreach visits to communities1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The July 11 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Ribbon-cutting event marks opening of new public safety facility in Chisholm</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Bois Forte Band of Chippewa breaks ground on Vermilion Public Works Service Facility</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New pickleball courts open in Hibbing</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Mesabi Musical Theatre to present Ruthless! The Musical in Hibbing</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* IRRR staff continue outreach with local community and economic development authority members</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3a64416" target="_blank">The Ranger - July 11, 2024</a></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><br /></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />6316142024-07-11T23:04:03ZNews640News347130Featuring Governor Walz's visit to the Iron Range to survey flood damage in Cook and Biwabik, Commissioner Rukavina's MINE edition guest column, groundbreaking ceremony for housing project in Grand Marais, facility improvements at Two Harbors Curling Club, open house at housing project in Grand Rapids, improvements at Breitung Township campground area and upcoming Community Development Resources Workshop IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida RukavinaGovernor Tim Walzeng2024-06-26T22:15:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-628829" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-06-26T22:15:00ZFeaturing Governor Walz's visit to the Iron Range to survey flood damage in Cook and Biwabik, Commissioner Rukavina's MINE edition guest column, groundbreaking ceremony for housing project in Grand Marais, facility improvements at Two Harbors Curling Club, open house at housing project in Grand Rapids, improvements at Breitung Township campground area and upcoming Community Development Resources Workshop 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The June 26 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Governor Walz surveys storm damage in Cook and Biwabik, issues peacetime emergency</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Rukavina focuses on resilience and change in MINE edition column</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Groundbreaking celebrates start of new housing project in Grand Marais</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Two Harbors Curling Club completes facility improvements</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Open house showcases new housing development in Grand Rapids</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Breitung Township improves outdoor recreation at campground area</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Community Development Resources Workshop set for July 16</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3a4ca6e" target="_blank">The Ranger - June 26, 2024</a></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><br /></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />6288292024-06-26T22:17:29ZNews640NewsGrants assist projects that support arts, culture, history, tourism and recreational activities, enhance the quality of life in the region and attract visitors.Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationDepartment of Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationCommissioner Ida RukavinaCulture and Tourism Grantseng2024-06-18T16:50:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-627926" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-06-18T16:50:00ZGrants assist projects that support arts, culture, history, tourism and recreational activities, enhance the quality of life in the region and attract visitors.1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation (IRRR) awarded a total of $492,500 in Culture &amp; Tourism grants to 27 projects. The agency invests approximately $600,000 annually into the grant program across its 13,000 square-mile service area. The grants assist projects that support arts, culture, history, tourism and recreational activities, enhance the quality of life in the region and attract visitors.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">“This is a large batch of grants and represents communities from all throughout our service area. The response demonstrates the strong commitment that our local communities and local people have to improving the amenities and quality of life,” said IRRR Commissioner Ida Rukavina. “From McKinley to Mountain Iron and all across the core Iron Range and from Ely over to Itasca County, communities are stepping up to help with everything from hockey rinks to music and the arts. I am pleased with the work and innovation occurring in our local communities, and I look forward to watching these projects develop.”</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/39fdff8" target="_blank">Read the full news release.</a></p>6279262024-06-18T16:59:51ZNews640News347130Highlighting the celebration for U.S. Steel's new DR-grade pellet facility in Keewatin, High Wheel Confectionery's renovated building in Ironton, groundbreaking for Virginia Public Safety Center, upgrades at East Range Developmental Achievement Center, Commissioner Rukavina's speech at Northeast Minnesota Building and Development Summit, ribbon-cutting event for new pickleball courts in Aurora, IRRR staff outreach visits to communitiesIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida RukavinaDeputy Commissionerou Al Becickaeng2024-06-12T21:50:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-626448" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-06-12T21:50:00ZHighlighting the celebration for U.S. Steel's new DR-grade pellet facility in Keewatin, High Wheel Confectionery's renovated building in Ironton, groundbreaking for Virginia Public Safety Center, upgrades at East Range Developmental Achievement Center, Commissioner Rukavina's speech at Northeast Minnesota Building and Development Summit, ribbon-cutting event for new pickleball courts in Aurora and IRRR staff outreach visits to communities1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The June 12 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* U.S. Steel celebrates successful completion of DR-grade pellet facility in Keewatin</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Small business owners renovate downtown Ironton building to launch High Wheel Confectionery</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Virginia Public Safety Center groundbreaking held</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* East Range Developmental Achievement Center completes upgrades with help of infrastructure grant</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Rukavina speaks at Northeast Minnesota Building and Development Summit</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Pickleball courts in Aurora commemorated with ribbon-cutting event</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* IRRR staff meet with local community and economic development authority members</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3a2553b" target="_blank">The Ranger - June 12, 2024</a></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><br /></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />6264482024-06-12T22:12:53ZNews640NewsBusinesses, communities, housing and outdoor recreation in northeastern Minnesota receive over $13 million in economic development fundingIron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationDepartment of Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2024-05-28T21:15:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-625657" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-05-28T21:15:00ZBusinesses, communities, housing and outdoor recreation in northeastern Minnesota receive over $13 million in economic development funding1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">At today's Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation (IRRR) Board meeting, an estimated $9.5 million in business loans and grants, $2.9 million in housing grants, $793,652 in infrastructure grants and $52,600 in trails grants were reviewed to advance projects in northeastern Minnesota. Agency investment for all projects combined is over $13.2 million. Total project investment is estimated at $66 million. The projects are expected to diversify the local economy, increase the regional tax base, retain and create jobs, grow the housing inventory, modernize essential infrastructure and expand outdoor recreation.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/39e8c46" target="_blank">Read the full recap.</a></p>6256572024-05-28T21:29:56ZNews640NewsMeeting begins at 9 a.m. IRRRB IRRR Board MeetingIron Range Resources & Rehabilitationeng2024-05-28T12:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-625630" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-05-28T12:00:00ZMeeting begins at 9 a.m. 1047<p style="font-size: 14pt;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Click <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@irrrbboardstream5717/streams" target="_blank">here</a> to watch the May 28, 2024, Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) meeting. The meeting begins at 9 a.m.  </p>6256302024-05-28T14:05:06ZNews640NewsMeeting will be livestreamed and available to view on our website.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Commissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2024-05-22T15:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-625034" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-05-22T13:30:00ZMeeting will be livestreamed and available to view on our website. 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div>An Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board Meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, May 28 at 9 a.m. at Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation’s Administration Building located at 4261 Highway 53 South in Eveleth.</div> <div> </div> <div>Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 13D.015, some board members may participate by interactive technology. Meeting materials and access to view the meeting are available on the agency's website: <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/" target="_blank">MN.GOV/IRRRB</a>.</div> </div> <div> </div> <div><strong>AGENDA</strong></div> <div> <div>1. Call to Order</div> <div>2. Roll Call</div> <div>3. Approval of March 26, 2024, Meeting Minutes</div> <div>4. Commissioner’s Comments</div> <div>5. Business Development Projects</div> <div>6. Housing Projects</div> <div>7. Development and Community Infrastructure Projects</div> <div>8. Regional Trails Projects</div> <div>9. FY25 Budget</div> <div>10. Other</div> <div>11. Adjournment </div> <div>.</div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>6250342024-05-22T13:24:19ZNews640News347130Featuring opening of The Iron House in Hibbing, Commissioner Rukavina's commencement address, L&M Fleet Supply's groundbreaking, recent Residential Redevelopment grant projects, Detroit Reman's grand opening of facility expansion and the agency's new climate and energy advisor IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2024-05-15T21:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-624487" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-05-15T21:30:00ZFeaturing opening of The Iron House in Hibbing, Commissioner Rukavina's commencement address, L&M Fleet Supply's groundbreaking, recent Residential Redevelopment grant projects, Detroit Reman's grand opening of facility expansion and the agency's new climate and energy advisor 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The May 15 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Small business owners renovate Hibbing downtown building to launch The Iron House</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Rukavina delivers commencement address</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* L&amp;M Fleet Supply breaks ground on new distribution center</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Area communities use Residential Redevelopment grants to remove blighted structures</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Detroit Reman holds grand opening of facility expansion</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Janisch joins IRRR team</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/39c68cf" target="_blank">The Ranger - May 15, 2024</a></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><br /></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />6244872024-05-15T22:00:52ZNews640News347130Highlighting Dirty Dog Manufacturing's expansion in Ely, Commissioner Rukavina's participation in Entrepreneur Fund board meeting, watermain project in Hibbing, Judy Garland Museum's preservation project in Grand Rapids and Giant Ridge golf's season opening IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2024-05-02T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-622911" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-05-02T22:30:00ZHighlighting Dirty Dog Manufacturing's expansion in Ely, Commissioner Rukavina's participation in Entrepreneur Fund board meeting, watermain project in Hibbing, Judy Garland Museum's preservation project in Grand Rapids and Giant Ridge golf's season opening 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The May 2 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Dirty Dog Manufacturing in Ely expands headquarters</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Commissioner Rukavina participates in Entrepreneur Fund board meeting</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Hibbing completes first phase of Watermain Capital Improvement Plan</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Judy Garland Museum completes preservation project</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Giants Ridge golf set to open May 3</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/39883b0" target="_blank">The Ranger - May 2, 2024</a></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><br /></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />6229112024-05-02T23:13:35ZNews640News347130Featuring Commissioner Rukavina's presentation at statewide mining conference, new roundabout in Crosby, agency staff's visit to Crosby and Ironton, improvements at the Tipsy Mosquito in Two Harbors, lunch and conversation with tribal leaders and Aitkin's expanded community trail systemIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2024-04-17T22:15:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-619847" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-04-17T22:15:00ZFeaturing Commissioner Rukavina's presentation at statewide mining conference, new roundabout in Crosby, agency staff's visit to Crosby and Ironton, improvements at the Tipsy Mosquito in Two Harbors, lunch and conversation with tribal leaders and Aitkin's expanded community trail system1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The April 17 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Commissioner Rukavina presents at statewide mining conference</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New roundabout in Crosby helps increased traffic near retail development</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Commissioner Rukavina and staff visit Crosby and Ironton</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Tipsy Mosquito in Two Harbors awarded grants to help small business owners</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Agency welcomes tribal leaders for lunch and conversation</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Aitkin expands paved community trail system</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/393ef6a" target="_blank">The Ranger - April 17, 2024</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />6198472024-04-17T22:21:27ZNews640NewsThe day included meetings with city leaders in both communities to discuss current and future partnerships and visits to project sites, which were supported by agency funding. Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationDepartment of Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationCommissioner Ida RukavinaCrosby, MinnesotaIronton, Minnesotaeng2024-04-12T21:15:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-620899" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-04-12T21:15:00ZThe day included meetings with city leaders in both communities to discuss current and future partnerships and visits to project sites, which were supported by agency funding. 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Commissioner Ida Rukavina and agency staff visited the communities of Crosby and Ironton on Wednesday, April 10. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">“It is exciting to see firsthand how the agency’s programs help regional businesses and impact our local communities,” said Rukavina. “We are proud to have invested over $4 million in Crosby, Ironton and the surrounding region since 2018.”</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The day began with meetings with city leaders in both communities to discuss current and future partnerships. Staff also visited the following sites, all of which were supported by agency funding.  </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Cuyuna Range Elementary School Trail: A beginner mountain bike trail and learning space was completed last fall on the Cuyuna Range Elementary School grounds, providing Crosby area youth the opportunity to develop mountain biking skills. The trail is used for preschool through 6th grade students to hike, snowshoe and cross-country run. Teachers and students utilize the trail as an outdoor classroom for studying nature, bird and animal watching. The trail is also open to community members. Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation supported the project with a Regional Trails grant to the city of Crosby. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">North Country Café: North Country Café, a family restaurant in downtown Crosby, expanded its operations into an adjacent blighted building and doubled the size of its space. Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation supported the project with a Commercial Redevelopment grant to the city of Crosby which helped with interior demolition. North Country Café also received Business Energy Retrofit (BER) grants. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Crosby Lofts: The sixteen ensuite private guest rooms at Crosby Lofts are forged on Main Street on the top floors of two restored 120-year-old brick buildings and are surrounded by wood-fired pizza, Thai food, a farm-to-fork kitchen, artisan ice cream, a brewery and a cocktail lounge. Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation supported the project with a Commercial Redevelopment grant to the city of Crosby which helped repurpose the building in the central business district. Crosby Lofts also received a BER grant. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Victual: Victual is a specialty store with unique gourmet food and first-of-its-kind super premium ice cream that is lactose-free while still being full dairy. The agency supported the project with two Commercial Redevelopment grants to the city of Crosby for building demolition. Victual also received BER and Downtown Business Rehabilitation (DBR) grants.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">BER and DBR grants are fully funded by Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation and administered through a partnership with Arrowhead Economic Opportunity Agency (AEOA).</p>6208992024-04-18T16:03:44ZNews640News347130Highlighting change in ownership at East Dhu River Sawmill in Iron, Commissioner Rukavina's keynote address at United Way celebration, new Mirror Mirror Salon in Hibbing, reconstruction of McKinley Park Trail, new portable stage equipment at the Lyric Center, opening of Five & Go in Virginia and more IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2024-04-04T15:10:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-614583" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-04-04T15:10:00ZHighlighting change in ownership at East Dhu River Sawmill in Iron, Commissioner Rukavina's keynote address at United Way celebration, new Mirror Mirror Salon in Hibbing, reconstruction of McKinley Park Trail, new portable stage equipment at the Lyric Center, opening of Five & Go in Virginia and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The April 4 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* East Dhu River Sawmill has new owners with continued commitment to high quality timber products</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Rukavina delivers keynote address at United Way of Northeastern Minnesota's annual celebration</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Mirror Mirror Salon in Hibbing renovates building with grants to help small business owners</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* McKinley Park Trail reconstructed, accommodates growing popularity of new state park</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Lyric Center acquires portable stage equipment for performing arts</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New Five &amp; Go restaurant to serve fresh food and coffee in downtown Virginia</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Promise Act Grant Program providing grants up to $50,000 for Minnesota small businesses</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Environmental issues survey available</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/38eeff8" target="_blank">The Ranger - April 4, 2024</a></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><br /></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />6145832024-04-04T19:17:44ZNews640NewsBusinesses, communities, broadband, housing and outdoor recreation in northeastern Minnesota receive over $9.5 million in economic development fundingIron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationDepartment of Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2024-03-26T14:10:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-615396" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-03-26T14:10:00ZBusinesses, communities, broadband, housing and outdoor recreation in northeastern Minnesota receive over $9.5 million in economic development funding1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">At today's Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board meeting, an estimated $1.3 million in loans, $750,000 in site ready grants, $3.7 million in infrastructure grants, $157,000 in trails grants and $3.6 million in housing grants were reviewed to advance projects in northeastern Minnesota. Agency investment for all projects combined is over $9.5 million. Total project investment is estimated at $106.6 million. The projects are expected to increase the regional tax base, retain and create jobs, expand broadband, provide essential services, grow the housing inventory and expand outdoor recreation.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/392b314" target="_blank">Read more.</a></p>6153962024-03-26T14:55:58ZNews640NewsMeeting begins at 8 a.m. IRRRB IRRR Board MeetingIron Range Resources & Rehabilitationeng2024-03-26T12:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-614954" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-03-26T12:00:00ZMeeting begins at 8 a.m. 1047<p style="font-size: 14pt;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Click <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@irrrbboardstream5717/streams" target="_blank">here</a> to watch the March 26, 2024, Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) meeting. The meeting begins at 8 a.m.  </p>6149542024-03-26T12:06:54ZNews640NewsMeeting will be livestreamed and available to view on our website.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Commissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2024-03-21T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-614582" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-03-21T22:00:00ZMeeting will be livestreamed and available to view on our website. 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <div> <div>An Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, March 26, at 8 a.m. in the Governor's IV Boardroom (lower level) at the InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront Hotel located at 11 East Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul. </div> <div> </div> <div>Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 13D.015, some board members may participate by interactive technology. Members of the public may attend the meeting onsite. Meeting materials and access to view the meeting are available on the agency's website: <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/" target="_blank">MN.GOV/IRRRB</a>.</div> <div> </div> <div><strong>AGENDA</strong></div> <div> <div>1. Call to Order</div> <div>2. Roll Call</div> <div>3. Approval of Dec. 6, 2023, Meeting Minutes</div> <div>4. Commissioner’s Comments</div> <div>5. Business Development Projects</div> <div>6. Broadband, Development and Community Infrastructure Projects</div> <div>7. Regional Trails Projects</div> <div>8. Housing Projects</div> <div>9. Adjournment </div> <div>.</div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>6145822024-03-21T22:14:11ZNews640News347130Featuring the renovation of apartments in Eveleth and civic center in Grand Rapids, awarding of "Small Project Grants," improvements to community amenities in Gilbert and plans for the Build North Housing SummitIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2024-03-06T23:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-612105" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-03-06T23:00:00ZFeaturing the renovation of apartments in Eveleth and civic center in Grand Rapids, awarding of "Small Project Grants," improvements to community amenities in Gilbert and plans for the Build North Housing Summit1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The March 6 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Renovation of Eveleth apartments underway, will increase housing stock</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Civic center in Grand Rapids undergoes renovation, receives new name</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* “Small Project Grants” awarded across northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Gilbert improves community amenities</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Build North Housing Summit set for April 25 in Grand Rapids</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/38cb466" target="_blank">The Ranger - March 6, 2024</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />6121052024-03-06T23:06:36ZNews640News347130Highlighting development of commercial lease space in Grand Marais, renovation of Red Pine Cookhouse in Emily and new trail segment in Mountain IronIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2024-02-21T21:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-609874" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-02-23T21:00:00ZHighlighting development of commercial lease space in Grand Marais, renovation of Red Pine Cookhouse in Emily and a new trail segment in Mountain Iron1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Feb. 23 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Commercial Redevelopment grant helps develop commercial lease space in Grand Marais</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Red Pine Cookhouse in Emily renovates building with grant geared to help small business owners</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New trail segment in Mountain Iron connects north and south neighborhoods </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/38a5cfe" target="_blank">The Ranger - Feb. 23, 2024</a></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><br /></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />6098742024-02-23T21:15:58ZNews640News347130Featuring the Mesabi Fit grand opening in Mountain Iron, Boathouse Bay groundbreaking in Silver Bay and Fayal Pond Trail renovation in EvelethIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2024-02-07T21:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-608946" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2024-02-07T21:30:00ZFeaturing the Mesabi Fit grand opening in Mountain Iron, Boathouse Bay groundbreaking in Silver Bay and Fayal Pond Trail renovation in Eveleth1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Feb. 7 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Mesabi Fit recreation and wellness center opens in Mountain Iron</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Boathouse Bay development breaks ground in Silver Bay</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* City of Eveleth renovates Fayal Pond Trail</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" 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northeastern Minnesota receive over $33 million in economic development funding1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">At today's Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board meeting, a $15 million expenditure was recommended for the city of Aurora Industrial Site. Other recommendations included $4 million in infrastructure grants, $56,000 in trails grants, $5.4 million in K-12 school collaboration funds, $8.6 million in mining fund rebates and $500,000 in Giants Ridge Recreation Area Tax expenditures. Agency total investment for all projects combined is approximately $33.6 million. Total project investment is approximately $73.2 million. The projects are expected to increase the regional tax base, retain jobs and create construction jobs, provide essential services, improve education and expand outdoor recreation.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/37e5e32" target="_blank">Read more.</a></p>6026522023-12-06T22:25:07ZNews640NewsMeeting begins at 2 p.m. IRRRB IRRR Board MeetingIron Range Resources & Rehabilitationeng2023-12-06T14:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-602592" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-12-06T14:30:00ZMeeting begins at 2 p.m. 1047<p style="font-size: 14pt;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Click <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@irrrbboardstream5717/streams" target="_blank">here</a> to watch the Dec. 6, 2023, Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) meeting. The meeting begins at 2 p.m.  </p>6025922023-12-06T14:27:12ZNews640NewsMeeting will be livestreamed and available to view on our website.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Commissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2023-11-30T22:20:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-601952" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-11-30T22:20:00ZMeeting will be livestreamed and available to view on our website. 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <div> <div>An Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday, Dec. 6, at 2 p.m. at Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation’s Administration Building in Eveleth.</div> <div> </div> <div>Access to view the meeting along with the written materials provided will be made available on the agency's website: <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/" target="_blank">MN.GOV/IRRRB</a>.</div> <div> </div> <div><strong>AGENDA</strong></div> <div>1. Call to Order</div> <div>2. Roll Call</div> <div>3. Approval of Oct. 17, 2023, Minutes</div> <div>4. Commissioner’s Comments</div> <div> <div>5. Taconite Economic Development Fund</div> <div>6. Broadband, Community and Development Infrastructure Projects</div> <div>7. Regional Trails Projects</div> <div>8. Iron Range School Consolidation and Cooperatively Operated School Account</div> <div>9. Giants Ridge Recreation Tax Projects</div> <div>10. City of Aurora Industrial Site</div> <div>11. Other</div> <div>12. Adjournment</div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> .6019522023-11-30T22:30:07ZNews640NewsGrants assist projects that support arts, culture, history, tourism and recreational activities, enhance the quality of life in the region and attract visitors.Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationDepartment of Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationCommissioner Ida RukavinaCulture and Tourism GrantsBiwabik, MinnesotaColeraine, MinnesotaEly, MinnesotaGrand Rapids, Minnesotaeng2023-11-29T18:10:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-601779" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-11-29T18:10:00ZGrants assist projects that support arts, culture, history, tourism and recreational activities, enhance the quality of life in the region and attract visitors.1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Six projects were recently awarded a combined total of $102,500 in Culture &amp; Tourism grants by Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation. The agency invests approximately $600,000 annually into the grant program across its 13,000 square-mile service area. The grants assist projects that support arts, culture, history, tourism and recreational activities, enhance the quality of life in the region and attract visitors.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">“Culture &amp; Tourism grants are some of the smaller dollar amounts awarded by the agency, however their regional impact is quite large. These projects not only increase the social and cultural experiences for year-round residents, they also add to the offerings that draw visitors to our region which stimulates the economy for area businesses,” said Commissioner Ida Rukavina, Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation. “We were very pleased to support these communities as they work to further improve the quality of life and tourism industry in northeastern Minnesota.”</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/37bf6b9" target="_blank">Read the full news release.</a></p>6017792024-06-18T13:04:42ZNews640News347130Featuring renovations at Tower Train Depot & Museum, walking trail in Blackberry Township, new entrance at Olcott Park, community welcome signs in Aitkin, National Entrepreneurs Month, new tax benefits and Northland Foundation's Canadian Border Counties Economic Relief ProgramIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2023-11-16T17:15:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-601759" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-11-16T17:15:00ZFeaturing renovations at Tower Train Depot & Museum, walking trail in Blackberry Township, new entrance at Olcott Park, community welcome signs in Aitkin, National Entrepreneurs Month, new tax benefits and Northland Foundation's Canadian Border Counties Economic Relief Program1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Nov. 16 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Tower Train Depot &amp; Museum undergoes renovation, upholds historic status</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Blackberry Township adds walking trail</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* City of Virginia completes grand, new entrance to Olcott Park</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Aitkin restores community welcome signs</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* November is National Entrepreneurship Month</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New tax benefits available</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Northland Foundation announces Canadian Border Counties Economic Relief Program</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p 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& RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2023-10-25T21:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-597434" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-10-25T21:30:00ZFeaturing broadband expansion near Ash Lake, new snowmobile and ATV bridge in East Range, Iron Range dental loan forgiveness recipients and Friend of the Chamber award winner 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Oct. 25 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Broadband expanded near Ash Lake</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New snowmobile and ATV bridge constructed on the Seven Beavers Trail in East Range</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Iron Range dentists receive loan forgiveness funds</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Smith receives Friend of the Chamber award in Grand Rapids</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a 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communities and outdoor recreation in northeastern Minnesota receive over $11.5 million in economic development funding1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">At today's Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board meeting, over $10 million in loans, $450,000 in infrastructure grants and $1 million in trails grants were reviewed to advance projects in northeastern Minnesota. Agency investment for all projects combined is over $11.5 million. Total project investment is approximately $74.5 million. The projects are expected to increase the regional tax base, retain and create new jobs, provide essential services, increase the housing inventory and expand outdoor recreation. The loans are anticipated to create about 400 jobs. The infrastructure projects are projected to impact seven jobs and create 17 construction jobs. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3760e64" target="_blank">Read more.</a></p>5965202023-10-17T16:39:06ZNews640NewsMeeting begins at 10 a.m. IRRRB IRRR Board MeetingIron Range Resources & Rehabilitationeng2023-10-17T12:15:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-596516" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-10-17T12:15:00ZMeeting begins at 10 a.m. 1047<p style="font-size: 14pt;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Click <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@irrrbboardstream5717/streams" target="_blank">here</a> to watch the Oct. 17, 2023, Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) meeting. The meeting begins at 10 a.m.  </p>5965162023-10-17T12:16:34ZNews640NewsMeeting will be livestreamed and available to view on our website.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)eng2023-10-12T15:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-596006" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-10-12T15:00:00ZMeeting will be livestreamed and available to view on our website. 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <div> <div>A meeting of the Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board will be held at Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation’s Administration Building at 4261 Highway 53 South in Eveleth on Tuesday, Oct. 17, at 10 a.m.</div> <div> </div> <div>Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 13D.015, some board members may participate by interactive technology.</div> <div> </div> <div>Members of the public may attend the meeting onsite. Access to view the meeting along with the written materials provided to board members will also be made available on the agency's website: <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/" target="_blank">MN.GOV/IRRRB</a>.</div> <div> </div> <div><strong>AGENDA</strong></div> <div>1. Call to Order</div> <div>2. Roll Call</div> <div>3. Approval of Aug. 9, 2023, Minutes</div> <div>4. Commissioner’s Comments</div> <div>5. Business Development Projects</div> <div>6. Development &amp; Community Infrastructure Projects</div> <div>7. Regional Trails Projects</div> <div>8. Other</div> <div>9. Adjournment</div> </div> </div> </div> </div> .5960062023-10-12T15:19:54ZNews640News347130Highlighting Gov. Walz's visit to the Iron Range, new lodging facility in Grand Rapids, Manufacturing Month in Minnesota, new pickleball facility in Aurora, upgrades to historic community park in Lutsen Township and Commercial Redevelopment grants in Chisholm, Hibbing and VirginiaIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2023-10-04T21:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-594410" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-10-04T21:30:00ZHighlighting Gov. Walz's visit to the Iron Range, new lodging facility in Grand Rapids, Manufacturing Month in Minnesota, new pickleball facility in Aurora, upgrades to community park in Lutsen Township and Commercial Redevelopment grants in Chisholm, Hibbing and Virginia1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Oct. 4 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Gov. Walz highlights workforce, public safety investments on the Iron Range</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Commercial Redevelopment grants help private lodging and commercial project in Grand Rapids</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* October is Manufacturing Month in Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New pickleball facility opens in Aurora</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Lutsen Township upgrades historic community park</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* ICYMI: Over $580,000 in Commercial Redevelopment grants awarded to business projects in Chisholm, Hibbing and Virginia</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a 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RehabilitationCommissioner Ida RukavinaCommercial Redevelopment GrantsChisholm, MinnesotaHibbing, MinnesotaVirginia, Minnesotaeng2023-09-26T21:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-593111" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-09-26T21:30:00ZGrants assist with the internal and external demolition of commercial and industrial buildings and clean-up of brownfields to pave the way for new development1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The cities of Chisholm, Hibbing and Virginia last week were awarded $586,030 in Commercial Redevelopment grants by Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation. The agency invests approximately $1 million annually into the grant program across its 13,000 square-mile service area. The grants assist with the internal and external demolition of commercial and industrial buildings and clean-up of brownfields to pave the way for new development.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">“Our local downtowns are vital to the Iron Range communities and impact both our economy and quality of life. We rely on them as places we do business and where we engage in cultural and social events,” said Commissioner Ida Rukavina, Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation. “We were very pleased to support these three communities as they work to further revitalize their downtowns.”</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/372596b" target="_blank">Read the full news release.</a></p>5931112023-09-26T21:53:07ZNews640News347130Featuring Housing Resources Forum in Chisholm, Len Hardy Memorial ATV Trail in Nashwauk, Cuyuna school's mountain bike trail, historic fish tug in Knife River and new band shelter in VirginiaIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2023-09-20T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-592621" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-09-20T22:00:00ZFeaturing Housing Resources Forum in Chisholm, Len Hardy Memorial ATV Trail in Nashwauk, Cuyuna school's mountain bike trail, historic fish tug in Knife River and new band shelter in Virginia1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Sept. 20 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Forum highlights new housing grant program and available resources</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Len Hardy Memorial ATV Trail opens in Nashwauk</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Cuyuna school develops mountain bike trail and outdoor learning area</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Knife River restores historic fish tug to recognize the North Shore’s commercial fishing industry and its fishing families</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Virginia Market Square adds performing arts venue</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" 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Community Development Director, playground renovations in Nashwauk Township and a GOLD ski resort ranking for Giants Ridge1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Sept. 6 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* In memory of Commissioner Mark Phillips</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Community Development grants support the opening of a new eye clinic in Hibbing</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Agency welcomes new Community Development Director</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Nashwauk Township completes second phase of playground renovation at community center</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Giants Ridge earns GOLD in ski resort ranking</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a 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concert at the Goodman Auditorium in Virginia1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Aug. 16 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New production winery in Coleraine uses combination of grants and loans to launch successful opening</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Goodland Township renovates community playground</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Veterans Park in Cook improves accessibility</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Iron Rangers bid farewell to historic auditorium</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a 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$700,000 in trails grants and $630,000 in higher education grants were approved to advance projects in northeastern Minnesota. Agency total investment for all projects combined is approximately $7.4 million. Total project investment is approximately $87 million. The projects are expected to increase the regional tax base, retain and create new jobs, provide essential services, increase the housing inventory, expand outdoor recreation and enhance higher education. The loans are anticipated to impact 178 jobs. The infrastructure projects are projected to impact 22 jobs and create 169 construction jobs.   </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3699e11" target="_blank">Read more.</a></p>5868202023-08-09T16:20:33ZNews640NewsMeeting begins at 10 a.m. IRRRB IRRR Board MeetingIron Range Resources & Rehabilitationeng2023-08-09T13:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-586818" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-08-09T13:00:00ZMeeting begins at 10 a.m. 1047<p style="font-size: 14pt;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Click <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@irrrbboardstream5717/streams" target="_blank">here</a> to watch the Aug. 9, 2023, Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) meeting. The meeting begins at 10 a.m.  </p>5868182023-08-09T13:49:19ZNews640NewsMeeting will be livestreamed and available to view on our website.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)eng2023-08-04T15:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-586586" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-08-04T15:00:00ZMeeting will be livestreamed and available to view on our website. 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <div> <div>A meeting of the Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board will be held at Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation’s Administration Building at 4261 Highway 53 South in Eveleth on Wednesday, Aug. 9, at 10 a.m.</div> <div> </div> <div>Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 13D.015, some board members may participate by interactive technology.</div> <div> </div> <div>Members of the public may attend the meeting onsite. Access to view the meeting along with the written materials provided to board members will also be made available on the agency's website: <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/" target="_blank">MN.GOV/IRRRB</a>.</div> <div> </div> <div><strong>AGENDA</strong></div> <div>1. Call to Order</div> <div>2. Roll Call</div> <div>3. Approval of June 21, 2023, Minutes</div> <div>4. Commissioner’s Comments</div> <div>5. Business Development Projects</div> <div>6. Community and Development Infrastructure Projects</div> <div>7. Regional Trails Projects</div> <div>8. Iron Range Higher Education Projects</div> <div>9. Other</div> <div>10. Adjournment</div> </div> </div> </div> </div> .5865862023-08-04T17:05:40ZNews640News347130Highlighting customized workforce training at Revolv Manufacturing, renovations at F&D Meats, groundbreaking on new entrance to Olcott Park, restoration of historic church in Coleraine and national accolades for The Quarry at Giants RidgeIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2023-08-02T20:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-586511" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-08-02T20:30:00ZHighlighting customized workforce training at Revolv Manufacturing, renovations at F&D Meats, groundbreaking on new entrance to Olcott Park, restoration of historic church in Coleraine and national accolades for The Quarry at Giants Ridge1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Aug. 2 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Revolv Manufacturing in Hoyt Lakes upskills workforce to enhance its manufacturing</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* F&amp;D Meats in Virginia renovates building with grants geared to help small business owners</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* City of Virginia breaks ground on new entrance to Olcott Park</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Coleraine restores historic landmark church, enhances heritage tourism</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* The Quarry at Giants Ridge named one of the top public courses in the nation</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a 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communities and outdoor recreation in northeastern Minnesota receive over $3.8 million in economic development fundingIron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationDepartment of Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2023-06-21T16:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-581618" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-06-21T16:30:00ZBusinesses, communities and outdoor recreation in northeastern Minnesota receive over $3.8 million in economic development funding1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">At today's Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board meeting, approximately $920,000 in loans, $2.35 million in infrastructure grants and $568,000 in trails grants were approved to advance projects in northeastern Minnesota. Agency total investment for all projects combined is approximately $3.8 million. Total project investment is approximately $29.9 million. The projects are expected to increase the regional tax base, retain jobs and create construction jobs, provide essential services and expand outdoor recreation. The loans are anticipated to impact 90 jobs. The infrastructure projects are projected to impact 66 jobs and create 150 construction jobs. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3610687" target="_blank">Read more.</a></p>5816182023-06-21T17:23:40ZNews640NewsMeeting begins at 10:30 a.m. IRRRB IRRR Board MeetingIron Range Resources & Rehabilitationeng2023-06-20T15:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-581616" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-06-20T15:00:00ZMeeting begins at 10:30 a.m. 1047<p style="font-size: 14pt;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Click <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@irrrbboardstream5717/streams" target="_blank">here</a> to watch the June 21, 2023, Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) meeting. The meeting begins at 10:30 a.m.  </p>5816162023-06-21T13:22:30ZNews640NewsMeeting will be livestreamed and available to view on our website.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)eng2023-06-15T19:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-581465" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-06-15T19:00:00ZMeeting will be livestreamed and available to view on our website. 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <div>A special meeting of the Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board will be held at the Department of Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation’s Administration Building at 4261 Highway 53 South in Eveleth on Wednesday, June 21, 2023 at 10:30 a.m.</div> <div> </div> <div>Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 13D.015, some board members may participate by interactive technology.</div> <div> </div> <div>Members of the public may attend the meeting onsite. Access to view the meeting along with the written materials provided to board members will also be made available on the agency's website: <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/" target="_blank">MN.GOV/IRRRB</a>.</div> </div> </div> <div> </div> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><strong>AGENDA</strong></div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <div> <div>1. Call to Order</div> <div>2. Roll Call</div> <div>3. Approval of March 29, 2023, Meeting Minutes</div> <div>4. Commissioner’s Comments</div> <div>5. Business Development Projects</div> <div>6. FY23 Budget Amendment - Development and Community Infrastructure Projects</div> <div>7. FY23 Regional Trails Projects</div> <div>8. FY24 Budget</div> <div>9. Other</div> <div>10. Adjournment</div> </div> </div> </div> </div> .5814652023-06-15T19:29:28ZNews640News347130Highlighting great growth potential at Northland Machine, Business Energy Retrofit grant for new equipment at The Freeze, Culture & Tourism grant awards and Mineland Vision Partnership's 25th anniversaryIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2023-06-15T01:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-581361" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-06-15T01:30:00ZHighlighting great growth potential at Northland Machine, Business Energy Retrofit grant for new equipment at The Freeze, Culture & Tourism grant awards and Mineland Vision Partnership's 25th anniversary1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The June 14 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Northland Machine in Grand Rapids sees great growth potential</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Business Energy Retrofit grant helps The Freeze 32 Degrees acquire new ice cream dipping equipment</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Over $310,374 in Culture &amp; Tourism grants awarded across northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Mineland Vision Partnership celebrates 25 years</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a 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11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />5813612023-06-15T13:22:18ZNews640NewsThe federal Advanced Transportation Technology and Innovation Program (ATTAIN) grant will be used to expand and extend the goMARTI pilot deployment in Grand Rapids, Minnesota Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationDepartment of Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2023-06-13T16:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-584435" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-06-13T16:00:00ZThe federal Advanced Transportation Technology and Innovation Program (ATTAIN) grant will be used to expand and extend the goMARTI pilot deployment in Grand Rapids, Minnesota1047<p align="left" class="ContentPasted2" style="margin-bottom: 10px; line-height: 1.4; font-family: Calibri, Candara, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Department of Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation was awarded a $9.3 million federal Advanced Transportation Technology and Innovation Program (ATTAIN) grant to expand and extend the goMARTI pilot deployment in Grand Rapids, Minnesota.</p> <p align="left" class="ContentPasted2" style="margin-bottom: 10px; line-height: 1.4; font-family: Calibri, Candara, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://www.gomarti.com/" class="ContentPasted2" style="border: 0px; font: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;">goMARTI (Minnesota’s Autonomous Rural Transit Initiative)</a><span class="ContentPasted2" style="border: 0px; font: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;"> </span>launched operations in September 2022 and consists of five self-driving vehicles, three of which have ADA-compliant wheelchair ramps. The vehicles provide free, on-demand transportation to approximately 70 pick-up and drop-off points in a 16.5 square mile area. The operations are provided by leading autonomous vehicle (AV) technology provider May Mobility and TransitTech software provider Via with rides booked using an on-demand smartphone application or the local call center 211. The demonstration project is in partnership with the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) and local partner funding. The goals of the project are to increase accessibility and transportation options for residents and visitors of the Grand Rapids area, advance and inform the AV technology in rural and winter conditions, foster community engagement and provide economic and workforce development opportunities.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/35dadc8" target="_blank">Read the full announcement.</a></p>5844352023-07-12T22:30:00ZNews640News347130Featuring Detroit Diesel Remanufacturing's expansion, Hibbing Fabricator's growing demand for products in aerospace and health care industries, Business Energy Retrofit grant transforms building into health care center and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2023-05-17T21:45:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-581364" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-05-17T21:45:00ZFeaturing Detroit Diesel Remanufacturing's expansion, Hibbing Fabricator's growing demand for products in aerospace and health care industries, Business Energy Retrofit grant transforms building into health care center and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The May 17 Ranger newsletter is here! 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Development's Line Extension Program and the upcoming Earth Fest in Virginia and Non-Traditional Lenders Forum in Ely1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The April 20 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Number of emergency service providers and frontline workers in region grows</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Helping Small Businesses: Workforce Development grants </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Commissioner Rukavina and development team meet with Aitkin officials</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grant Writing Assistance available to northeastern Minnesota communities</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* $15 million available to help Minnesotans access high-speed broadband</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Earth Fest set for April 22 in Virginia</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Non-Traditional Lenders Forum coming to Ely</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" 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In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Commercial Redevelopment grant helps bring new business to the city of Eveleth</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Business Energy Retrofit grant improves iconic lodging facility in Tower</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Helping Small Businesses: Business Energy Retrofit grants </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* MacRostie Art Center in Grand Rapids adds Native creative space</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Non-Traditional Lenders Forum coming to Ely</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Earth Fest set for April 22 in Virginia</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a 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11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />5727382023-04-20T22:14:32ZNews640NewsHe will assume his new duties on April 12. Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationDepartment of Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationIda RukavinaAl Becickaeng2023-04-03T19:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-572189" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-04-03T19:00:00ZHe will assume his new duties on April 12.1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Commissioner Ida Rukavina announced today that Al Becicka was appointed to serve as the agency’s deputy commissioner.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">In his new position, Becicka will help carry out the agency's mission of promoting and investing in business, community and workforce development for the betterment of northeastern Minnesota.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Becicka previously served as the agency’s legal counsel for almost 15 years advising on matters regarding the agency’s regional investments and compliance with state laws, rules and regulations. He also worked with the agency as a loan officer for various economic and business development projects. Prior to that Becicka dedicated his expertise to serving the people of Minnesota in his roles at the Attorney General’s Office, the State Auditor’s Office and the Departments of Administration and Human Services.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">“Al is uniquely suited to serve as deputy commissioner. He is well respected by our staff, by community leaders and throughout the region," said Rukavina. "He has a history with the agency which gives him thorough knowledge and a deepened perspective of the communities, industries and people we serve.”</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/352413d" target="_blank">Read the full announcement.</a></p>5721892023-04-03T19:04:46ZNews640NewsBusinesses, communities, outdoor recreation, education and mining operations in northeastern Minnesota receive over $4 million in economic development fundingIron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationDepartment of Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2023-03-30T01:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-571495" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-03-30T01:30:00ZBusinesses, communities, outdoor recreation, education and mining operations in northeastern Minnesota receive over $4 million in economic development funding1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board met today in St. Paul. It was the first meeting of the eight newly elected and appointed members. Rep. Spencer Igo was elected as the chair, and Sen. Justin Eichorn was elected as the vice chair.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Approximately $1.5 million in loans, $2.4 million in infrastructure grants, and $191,000 in trails grants was approved at today’s meeting to advance projects in northeastern Minnesota. Agency total investment for all projects combined is approximately $4.1 million. Total project investment is approximately $39.2 million. The projects are expected to increase the regional tax base, impact new and existing jobs, create construction jobs, provide essential services, and expand outdoor recreation. The loans are anticipated to impact 49 jobs. The infrastructure projects are projected to create 11 permanent jobs and 209 construction jobs</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3517f78" target="_blank">Read more.</a></p>5714952023-03-30T01:37:08ZNews640NewsMeeting begins at 7:30 p.m. IRRRB IRRR Board MeetingIron Range Resources & Rehabilitationeng2023-03-29T15:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-571497" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-03-29T15:00:00ZMeeting begins at 7:30 p.m. 1047<p style="font-size: 14pt;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Click <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@irrrbboardstream5717/streams" target="_blank">here</a> to watch the March 29, 2023, Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) meeting. The meeting begins at 7:30 p.m.  </p>5714972023-03-29T15:26:32ZNews640NewsMeeting will be livestreamed and available to view on our website.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Commissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2023-03-24T14:45:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-570776" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-03-24T14:45:00ZMeeting will be livestreamed and available to view on our website. 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div>A special meeting of the Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board has been scheduled for Wednesday, March 29 at 7:30 p.m. in the Governor's Boardroom (lower level) at the InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront Hotel located at 11 East Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul.</div> <div> </div> <div>Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 13D.015, some board members may participate using interactive technology.</div> <div> </div> </div> <div>Members of the public may attend the meeting onsite. Access to view the meeting along with the written materials provided to board members will be available on our website: <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/" target="_blank">mn.gov/irrrb</a></div> <div> </div> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">AGENDA</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <div>1. Call to Order</div> <div>2. Roll Call</div> <div>3. Reorganization of the Board</div> <div>4. Approval of Dec. 21, 2022, Meeting Minutes</div> <div>5. Commissioner’s Comments</div> <div>6. Business Development Projects</div> <div>7. FY23 Development and Community Infrastructure Projects</div> <div>8. FY23 Regional Trails Projects</div> <div>9. Other</div> <div>10. Adjournment</div> <div>.</div> </div> </div> </div>5707762023-03-24T15:03:23ZNews640News347130Featuring the Commercial Redevelopment grant program and two related success stories, a brewery and restaurant expansion in Aitkin and appliance and furniture store expansion in Hibbing. Also highlighting a new campground in Babbitt and regional recipients of Explore Minnesota Tourism's One Minnesota Award IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2023-03-22T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-569554" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-03-22T22:30:00ZFeaturing the Commercial Redevelopment grant program and two related success stories, a brewery and restaurant expansion in Aitkin and appliance and furniture store expansion in Hibbing. Also highlighting a new campground in Babbitt and regional recipients of Explore Minnesota Tourism's One Minnesota Award 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The March 22 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Commercial Redevelopment grant helps brewery and restaurant expansion in downtown Aitkin</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Helping Small Businesses: Commercial Redevelopment grants </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Commercial Redevelopment grant helps furniture and appliance store expansion in Hibbing</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New 22-acre campground complex opening soon in Babbitt on Birch Lake</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Ride the Range regional trails partnership wins award</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" 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Bobby Joe Champion's appointment to the Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Advisory Board, new credit union facility in Hibbing and northeastern Minnesota's first adaptive mountain bike trail in Cuyuna IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2023-03-10T20:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-569132" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-03-10T20:30:00ZHighlighting Commissioner Ida Rukavina's Minnesota Senate confirmation, Sen. Bobby Joe Champion's appointment to the Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Advisory Board, new credit union facility in Hibbing and northeastern Minnesota's first adaptive mountain bike trail in Cuyuna 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The March 10 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Ida Rukavina confirmed as Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation commissioner</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Sen. Bobby Joe Champion appointed to Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Advisory Board</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Credit union opens new facility in Hibbing</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Northeastern Minnesota’s first adaptive mountain bike trail opens in Cuyuna</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a 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Tim Walz appointed Rukavina to lead the agency. She officially assumed the role on Jan. 2. Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationDepartment of Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationIda Rukavinaeng2023-03-09T19:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-568723" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-03-09T19:30:00ZOn Dec. 21, Gov. Tim Walz appointed Rukavina to lead the agency. She officially assumed the role on Jan. 2. 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Today, the Minnesota Senate voted to confirm Ida Rukavina as Commissioner of the Department of Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">On Dec. 21, Gov. Tim Walz appointed Rukavina to lead the agency. She officially assumed the role on Jan. 2. Rukavina oversees the state of Minnesota economic development agency, with a mission of investing resources to foster vibrant growth and economic prosperity in northeastern Minnesota.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Rukavina was born and raised on the Iron Range. Most recently, she served as the executive director of the Range Association of Municipalities and Schools (RAMS). She also has worked extensively with numerous levels of government and with the labor movement, representing public and private employees in northern Minnesota.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Her educational experience includes a Bachelor’s Degree in Government and American Politics with a concentration in Race and Ethnic Relations from Clark University and a Master’s Degree in Advocacy and Political Leadership from the University of Minnesota – Duluth.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">"I’m proud that Ida Rukavina will serve as the next Commissioner of Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation,” said Governor Walz. “With a proven track record serving schools, townships, and cities on the Iron Range, she is well-positioned to ensure the Northland doesn’t just survive, but thrives.”</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">"As a dedicated public servant with deep roots in community, Ida Rukavina will meaningfully serve the Iron Range,” said Lieutenant Governor Flanagan. “From good schools to reliable infrastructure to thriving businesses, she will lead with her One Minnesota values to ensure Minnesotans on the Range have the support and resources they need to succeed.”</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">“I am humbled by the support of Governor Walz and Lieutenant Governor Flanagan to serve the people of northeastern Minnesota," said Commissioner  Rukavina. “I am committed to working toward a future that includes jobs that support families, a strong educational system and thriving cities and towns." </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3440513" target="_blank">Read the full announcement.</a></p>5687232023-03-09T19:41:39ZNews640News347130Featuring broadband expansion in Cuyuna Range area, End of the Road Film Festival in Ely, upgrades to community park in Aurora and new picnic shelter in Fayal TownshipIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2023-02-22T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-565799" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-02-22T22:00:00ZFeaturing broadband expansion in Cuyuna Range area, End of the Road Film Festival in Ely, upgrades to community park in Aurora and new picnic shelter in Fayal Township1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Feb. 22 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Broadband expanding in Cuyuna Range area</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* End of the Road Film Festival enhances Ely’s winter tourism</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* City of Aurora upgrades community park</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Fayal Township adds new multi-purpose picnic shelter</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/347eed3" target="_blank">The Ranger - Feb. 22, 2023</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />5657992023-02-22T23:34:35ZNews640NewsCommissioners from Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development react to the news that Huber Engineered Woods LLC will not be locating its oriented strand board (OSB) manufacturing facility in Cohasset. Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationDepartment of Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2023-02-09T19:15:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-563761" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-02-09T19:15:00ZCommissioners from Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development react to the news that Huber Engineered Woods LLC will not be locating its oriented strand board (OSB) manufacturing facility in Cohasset. 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Huber Engineered Woods LLC (HEW) today announced that the company will not be locating its oriented strand board (OSB) manufacturing facility in Cohasset. In June 2021, the Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board approved $15 million in funding for the construction of the new facility, which was projected to bring 150 new jobs to the region. In addition, the project was expected to contribute to the business growth of Minnesota’s logging and trucking industries. The Cohasset project involved constructing a new state-of-the-art facility located on more than 400 acres in southwest Itasca County.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/347d24b" target="_blank">Read the full news release.</a></p>5637612023-02-09T19:43:28ZNews640News347130Highlighting Bois Forte Band of Chippewa broadband project and citywide Community Infrastructure project and reconfiguration of major intersection in VirginiaIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Ida Rukavinaeng2023-02-08T23:15:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-563764" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-02-08T23:15:00ZHighlighting Bois Forte Band of Chippewa broadband project and citywide Community Infrastructure project and reconfiguration of major intersection in Virginia1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Feb. 8 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Bois Forte Band of Chippewa expands its broadband infrastructure to over 3,600 households</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Virginia completes citywide street infrastructure project</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Reconfiguration of major intersection improves safety for Komatsu, Minorca employees and vehicles</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a 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Rukavinaeng2023-01-25T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-561547" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2023-01-25T22:30:00ZFeaturing residential lots for sale in Buhl, 'Thrive Up North' recruitment videos, Commercial Redevelopment grant project in Virginia and Broadband Line Extension Connection Program funding1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Jan. 25 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Buhl offers new residential lots for sale</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* 'Thrive Up North' videos aimed at recruiting new residents</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Commercial Redevelopment grant helps bring new business to the city of Virginia</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Broadband Line Extension Connection Program funding available</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/34412b3" target="_blank">The Ranger - 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In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Welcome, Commissioner Ida Rukavina</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grand Portage upgrades community center</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* 61 local small businesses receive “Tech Boosts”</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Largest outdoor dedicated pickleball venue in Minnesota located in Itasca County</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Culture &amp; Tourism grant applications open Feb. 1</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a 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In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Reflecting back with gratitude - Commissioner Mark Phillips</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Investing in the future of northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation's biennial report now available</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/33efbd9" target="_blank">The Ranger - Dec. 28, 2022</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />5584302023-01-12T01:06:49ZNews640NewsBorn and raised on the Iron Range, Rukavina is the executive director of the Range Association of Municipalities and Schools (RAMS).Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationDepartment of Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationIda Rukavinaeng2022-12-21T20:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-552940" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-12-21T20:30:00ZBorn and raised on the Iron Range, Rukavina is the executive director of the Range Association of Municipalities and Schools (RAMS). 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Governor Tim Walz and Lieutenant Governor Flanagan today announced the appointment of Ida Rukavina as the next Commissioner of Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">"I am excited to announce that Ida Rukavina will serve as the next Commissioner of Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation,” said Governor Walz. “With extensive experience serving schools, townships, and cities on the Iron Range, she is dedicated to ensuring that local communities in northeastern Minnesota have the resources they need to thrive."</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/33eae28" target="_blank">Read the full announcement.</a></p>5529402022-12-21T21:00:55ZNews640NewsBusinesses, communities, outdoor recreation, education and mining operations in northeastern Minnesota receive over $34 million in economic development fundingIron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationDepartment of Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2022-12-21T19:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-552915" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-12-21T19:30:00ZBusinesses, communities, outdoor recreation, education and mining operations in northeastern Minnesota receive over $34 million in economic development funding1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">At today's Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board meeting, approximately $680,000 in loans, $5.7 million in infrastructure grants, $2.6 million in trails grants, $9.4 million in mining fund rebates, $8.3 million in Giants Ridge development, $6.7 million in K-12 school collaboration funds, and $985,000 in higher education funds were approved to advance projects in northeastern Minnesota. Agency total investment for all projects combined is approximately $34.3 million. Total project investment is approximately $95.9 million. The projects are expected to increase the regional tax base, create permanent and construction jobs, provide essential services, improve education and expand outdoor recreation and mining. The loans are anticipated to impact 26 jobs. The infrastructure projects are projected to impact 148 jobs and create 348 construction jobs.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/33e79e4" target="_blank">Read more.</a></p>5529152022-12-21T18:56:50ZNews640NewsMeeting begins at 11 a.m. IRRRB IRRR Board MeetingIron Range Resources & Rehabilitationeng2022-12-21T14:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-552885" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-12-21T14:00:00ZMeeting begins at 11 a.m. 1047<p style="font-size: 14pt;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Click <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzGVHj8EGqDgezNj7hJnlrA" target="_blank">here</a> to watch the Dec. 21, 2022, Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) meeting. The meeting begins at 11 a.m.  </p>5528852022-12-21T15:14:22ZNews640NewsMeeting will be livestreamed and available to view on our website.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)eng2022-12-16T17:45:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-552167" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-12-16T17:45:00ZMeeting will be livestreamed and available to view on our website. 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div>A special meeting of the Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board has been scheduled for Wednesday, Dec. 21 at 11 a.m. The meeting will be held at Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation’s Administration Building at 4261 Hwy 53 South in Eveleth. </div> <div> </div> <div>Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 13D.015, some board members may participate using interactive technology.</div> </div> <div> </div> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">AGENDA</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <div>1. Call to Order</div> <div>2. Roll Call</div> <div>3. Approval of Oct. 20, 2022, Meeting Minutes</div> <div>4. Commissioner’s Comments</div> <div>5. Central Iron Range Sanitary Sewer District Board Appointment</div> <div>6. FY23 Budget Amendment</div> <div>7. Business Development Projects</div> <div>8. FY23 Development and Community Infrastructure Projects</div> <div>9. FY23 Regional Trails Projects</div> <div>10. TEDF Projects</div> <div>11. Giants Ridge Recreation Center</div> <div>12. Iron Range School Consolidation and Cooperatively Operated School Account</div> <div>13. Iron Range Higher Education Account</div> <div>14. Other</div> <div>15. Adjournment</div> </div> </div> </div>   <br xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">Access to view the meeting along with the written materials provided to board members will be available on our website:</span></font> <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(32, 31, 30); font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14.6667px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">MN.GOV/IRRRB</a> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">.</div>5521672022-12-16T17:52:03ZNews640News347130Highlighting agency support for the aviation industry, a new commercial hangar at Range Regional Airport to house Premium Air, Bois Forte Native Names Map, new splash pad in Chisholm and Giants Ridge winter openingIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2022-12-07T22:45:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-549368" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-12-07T22:45:00ZHighlighting agency support for the aviation industry, a new commercial hangar at Range Regional Airport to house Premium Air, Bois Forte Native Names Map, new splash pad in Chisholm and Giants Ridge winter opening1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Dec. 7 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grants and loans support aviation industry across northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New commercial hangar being constructed at Range Regional Airport to house Premium Air, LLC</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Bois Forte Native Names Map unveiled</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New splash pad in Chisholm will offer free outdoor recreation to youth and families</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Giants Ridge open for the winter sports season</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a 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Itasca website and Small Business SaturdayIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2022-11-22T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-549367" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-11-22T22:30:00ZFeaturing National Entrepreneurship Month, BoatHouse Brewpub expansion in Ely, McKinley Park Campground improvements, new Mt. Itasca website and Small Business Saturday1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Nov. 22 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* November is National Entrepreneurship Month</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* BoatHouse Brewpub &amp; Restaurant in Ely expands space and services</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Breitung Township improves McKinley Park Campground</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Itasca Ski &amp; Outing launches new website to grow facility use and revenue</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Small Business Saturday set for Nov. 26</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3390ee3" target="_blank">The Ranger - Nov. 22, 2022</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />5493672022-11-29T16:42:02ZNews640News347130Special Veterans Day Edition: Highlighting veterans’ projects across northeastern Minnesota, honoring Minnesota's veterans and saluting our agency veteransIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2022-11-10T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-549018" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-11-10T22:30:00ZSpecial Veterans Day Edition: Highlighting veterans’ projects across northeastern Minnesota, honoring Minnesota's veterans and saluting our agency veterans1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Nov. 10 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grants support veterans’ projects across northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Honoring Minnesota’s veterans</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Saluting our agency's veterans</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/33753a2" target="_blank">The Ranger - Nov. 10, 2022</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />5490182022-11-22T20:11:51ZNews640News347130Featuring Native American Heritage Month, re-established disc golf course in Hibbing, Residential Redevelopment grants in Calumet and Keewatin and broadband expansion in the regionIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2022-11-02T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-549015" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-11-02T22:30:00ZFeaturing Native American Heritage Month, re-established disc golf course in Hibbing, Residential Redevelopment grants in Calumet and Keewatin and broadband expansion in the region1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Nov. 2 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* November is Native American Heritage Month</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Hibbing re-establishes disc golf course</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Calumet and Keewatin use Residential Redevelopment grants to improve neighborhoods</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Broadband rolls farther into region</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/335ce31" target="_blank">The Ranger - Nov. 2, 2022</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />5490152022-11-22T19:57:49ZNews640NewsBusinesses, communities, broadband and outdoor recreation in northeastern Minnesota receive over $3 million in economic development fundingIron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2022-10-20T19:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-544727" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-10-20T19:30:00ZBusinesses, communities, broadband and outdoor recreation in northeastern Minnesota receive over $3 million in economic development funding1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Approximately $3.3 million in grants and loans was approved at today's Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board meeting. Total combined project investment is approximately $15 million. The projects are expected to increase the regional tax base, support business expansion, retain permanent and create construction jobs, improve broadband, provide essential services and expand outdoor recreation. The loans and grants combined are anticipated to impact 35 jobs and create 66 construction jobs.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3332ade" target="_blank">Read more.</a></p>5447272022-10-20T19:35:27ZNews640NewsMeeting begins at 1:30 p.m. IRRRB IRRR Board MeetingIron Range Resources & Rehabilitationeng2022-10-20T13:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-544364" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-10-20T13:00:00ZMeeting begins at 1:30 p.m. 1047<p style="font-size: 14pt;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Click <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzGVHj8EGqDgezNj7hJnlrA" target="_blank">here</a> to watch the Oct. 20, 2022, Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) meeting. The meeting begins at 1:30 p.m.  </p>5443642022-10-20T13:53:51ZNews640News347130Highlighting broadband expansion in Morcom Township and Kabetogama area, new HVAC system in Goodland Township, Judy Garland birthday celebration, new downtown music system in Crosby, Culture & Tourism grant awards and Greater Minnesota Procurement FairIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2022-10-20T21:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-543283" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-10-19T21:30:00ZHighlighting broadband expansion in Morcom Township and Kabetogama area, new HVAC system in Goodland Township, Judy Garland birthday celebration, new downtown music system in Crosby, Culture & Tourism grant awards and Greater Minnesota Procurement Fair1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Oct. 19 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Broadband expands in Morcom Township and Kabetogama area</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Goodland Township Community Center receives new HVAC system</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Judy Garland Museum celebrates legendary actress and singer’s 100th birthday</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Crosby adds downtown music system</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Over $289,000 in Culture &amp; Tourism grants awarded across northeastern Minnesota </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Procurement fair highlights how to do business with government agencies</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3328b0a" target="_blank">The Ranger - Oct. 19, 2022</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />5432832022-10-20T14:26:41ZNews640NewsMeeting will be livestreamed and available to view on our website.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)eng2022-10-14T15:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-543703" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-10-14T15:00:00ZMeeting will be livestreamed and available to view on our website. 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div>A special meeting of the Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board has been scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 20, at 1:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation’s Administration Building at 4261 Hwy 53 South in Eveleth. </div> <div> </div> <div>Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 13D.015, some board members may participate using interactive technology.</div> </div> <div> </div> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">AGENDA</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <div>1. Call to Order</div> <div>2. Roll Call</div> <div>3. Approval of August 15, 2022, Meeting Minutes</div> <div>4. Commissioner’s Comments</div> <div>5. Business Development Project</div> <div>6. FY23 Development, Broadband and Community Infrastructure Projects</div> <div>7. FY23 Regional Trails Projects</div> <div>8. Other</div> <div>9. Adjournment</div> </div> </div> </div>   <br xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">Access to view the meeting along with the written materials provided to board members will be available on our website:</span></font> <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(32, 31, 30); font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14.6667px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">MN.GOV/IRRRB</a> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">.</div>5437032022-10-14T18:53:54ZNews640News347130Featuring Manufacturing Month in Minnesota, Build What Matters economic tour, new snowmobile and ATV bridge over the Partridge River and the Itasca Gun Club relocationIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2022-10-05T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-543282" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-10-05T22:30:00ZFeaturing Manufacturing Month in Minnesota, Build What Matters economic tour, new snowmobile and ATV bridge over the Partridge River and the Itasca Gun Club relocation1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Oct. 5 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* October is Manufacturing Month in Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Build What Matters economic tour visits northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Snowmobile &amp; ATV bridge rebuilt with trails task force grant</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Itasca Gun Club relocates to new site and continues its economic impact in the region</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3309030" target="_blank">The Ranger - 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In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Bigfork constructs its first ever ball field</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Zamboni supports local economy and recreation for youth and families</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Aitkin improves performing arts with new sound and light system</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Breitung Township enhances its recreation corridor</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Curl Mesabi Curling Club launches new website to promote recreation excellence</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/32ddf02" target="_blank">The Ranger - 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In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Area kids begin a new school year, agency grants support preK-12 education</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Fond du Lac Reservation improves water system</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Renovation at Greyhound Bus Museum enhances region’s tourism offerings</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Upper Midwest Film Office has successful year in region</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Rural Voice town hall on workforce readiness coming to Minnesota Discovery Center</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/32ba64f" target="_blank">The Ranger - Sept. 7, 2022</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />5404912022-09-13T20:36:55ZNews640News347130Remembering Sen. David Tomassoni. Highlighting a new business incubator facility in the Itasca area, a new pickleball facility in Ironton, an Iron Range business featured on History Channel and the Irongate Plaza commercial propertyIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark PhillipsSen. David Tomassonieng2022-08-18T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-538151" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-08-18T22:00:00ZRemembering Sen. David Tomassoni. Highlighting a new business incubator facility in the Itasca area, a new pickleball facility in Ironton, an Iron Range business featured on History Channel and the Irongate Plaza commercial property1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Aug. 18 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* In memory of Sen. David Tomassoni</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Itasca area launches business incubator facility</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New pickleball facility opens in Ironton</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Iron Range business featured on History Channel’s survivor series “Alone”</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Irongate Plaza: Hibbing’s largest commercial lease space</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/327c320" target="_blank">The Ranger - Aug. 18, 2022</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />5381512022-08-18T22:14:53ZNews640NewsCanisteo Pit in northeastern Minnesota receives $710,000 in funding for contingency pumpingIron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationCommissioner Mark PhillipsCanisteo Piteng2022-08-15T18:45:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-537611" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-08-15T18:45:00ZCanisteo Pit in northeastern Minnesota receives $710,000 in funding for contingency pumping1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Today, $710,000 for contingency pumping at the Canisteo Pit in Itasca County was approved at the Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board meeting. The pumping will begin on or before Oct. 1 to prevent water from overtopping the pit until a permanent outlet solution is in place. A permanent solution will require legislative funding.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Water levels in the Canisteo Pit have trended upward over the years. As of June 2022, the water level was within 13 feet of the pit’s natural overflow elevation. An engineered outlet structure is necessary to control the pit’s water levels in a way that doesn’t adversely affect surrounding communities. Without pumping, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) estimates water would begin to naturally overflow the pit by late 2023 or in 2024. The funding approved today provides a short term means to manage water levels until legislative funding for the engineered solution is provided. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Minnesota DNR and Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation have been and will continue working with local communities to identify a long-term solution and seek the legislative funding necessary for construction and operation of an engineered outflow.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Canisteo Mine Pit is a pit lake formed in a complex of numerous inactive iron ore mine pits located north of the cities of Coleraine, Bovey and Taconite. Traditional iron ore mining took place in Canisteo from 1907 to 1980. The Canisteo is now considered to be a legacy mine pit.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://www.dnr.state.mn.us/lands_minerals/waters_program/canisteo.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Learn more about Canisteo Pit.</a></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><em>The Canisteo funding was approved on Aug. 15 through an amendment to the agency’s FY23 budget. The original budget was approved by the Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board on June 7.</em></p>5376112022-08-15T18:55:55ZNews640NewsMeeting begins at 1 p.m. IRRRB IRRR Board MeetingIron Range Resources & Rehabilitationeng2022-08-12T15:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-537610" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-08-12T15:00:00ZMeeting begins at 1 p.m. 1047<p style="font-size: 14pt;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Click <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzGVHj8EGqDgezNj7hJnlrA" target="_blank">here</a> to watch the Aug. 15, 2022, Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) meeting. The meeting begins at 1 p.m.  </p>5376102022-08-15T03:40:35ZNews640NewsMeeting will be livestreamed and available to view on our website.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)eng2022-08-10T15:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-537093" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-08-10T15:00:00ZMeeting will be livestreamed and available to view on our website. 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div>A special meeting of the Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board has been scheduled for Monday, Aug. 15, 2022 at 1 p.m. The meeting will be held at Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation’s Administration Building at 4261 Hwy 53 South in Eveleth. Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 13D.015, Board members may participate using interactive technology.</div> </div> <div> </div> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">AGENDA</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div>1. Call to Order</div> <div>2. Roll Call</div> <div>3. Approval of June 7, 2022, Minutes</div> <div>4. Commissioner’s Comments</div> <div>5. FY23 Budget Amendment/Canisteo Pit</div> <div>6. Other</div> <div>7. Adjournment</div> </div> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span style="color: rgb(32, 31, 30); font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14.6667px;">Access to view the meeting along with the board packet will be available on our website: <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/" target="_blank">MN.GOV/IRRRB</a></span><a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/" target="_blank"> </a></div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">*</div>5370932022-08-10T17:58:10ZNews640News347130Featuring National Golf Month, new child care and senior center in Cohasset, road infrastructure improvements in Chisholm and Mineland Vision Partnership's new websiteIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2022-08-03T21:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-536423" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-08-03T21:20:00ZFeaturing National Golf Month, new child care and senior center in Cohasset, road infrastructure improvements in Chisholm and Mineland Vision Partnership's new website1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Aug. 3 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* August is National Golf Month</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Cohasset develops new child care and senior center</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Chisholm road infrastructure improves residential area</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Mineland Vision Partnership launches new website</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3264f16" target="_blank">The Ranger - 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In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New grocery store is vital part of Crosby’s economy and community</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Bois Forte expands its childhood learning center</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Hodnik Family Forest honors family's service and commitment to northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Stocking fish in the region’s open mine pits</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Help available for COVID-impacted homeowners</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/322d694" target="_blank">The Ranger - July 21, 2022</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />5345552022-07-21T22:40:27ZNews640News347130Featuring National Parks and Recreation Month and agency grant opportunitiesIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2022-07-06T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-533146" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-07-06T22:00:00ZFeaturing National Parks and Recreation Month and agency grant opportunities1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The July 6 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* July is National Parks and Recreation month; agency grants support region’s community parks</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grant opportunities now available</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Two grant programs for small businesses accepting applications through July 15</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Culture &amp; Tourism grant applications open Aug. 1</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/31f3785" target="_blank">The Ranger - July 6, 2022</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />5331462022-07-06T21:48:39ZNews640NewsCommunities, broadband, outdoor recreation and higher education in northeastern Minnesota receive over $7.1 million in economic development fundingIron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2022-06-07T20:15:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-530185" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-06-07T20:15:00ZCommunities, broadband, outdoor recreation and higher education in northeastern Minnesota receive over $7.1 million in economic development funding 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Approximately $7.1 million in grants and other funding was approved at today's Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board meeting. Total combined project investment is approximately $83 million. The projects are expected to increase the regional tax base, create permanent and construction jobs, provide essential services, support higher education and expand outdoor recreation. The infrastructure grants combined are anticipated to impact 46 jobs and create 356 construction jobs.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/31b1813" target="_blank">Read more.</a> </p>5301852022-06-07T20:32:32ZNews640NewsMeeting begins at 1 p.m. IRRRB IRRR Board MeetingIron Range Resources & Rehabilitationeng2022-06-07T15:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-530199" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-06-07T15:30:00ZMeeting begins at 1 p.m. 1047<p style="font-size: 14pt;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Click <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzGVHj8EGqDgezNj7hJnlrA" target="_blank">here</a> to watch the June 7, 2022, Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) meeting. The meeting begins at 1 p.m.  </p>5301992022-06-07T16:05:16ZNews640NewsMeeting will be livestreamed and available to view on our website.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)eng2022-06-02T17:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-529814" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-06-02T17:00:00ZMeeting will be livestreamed and available to view on our website. 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div>A special meeting of the Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board will be held at the Minnesota Department of Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation’s Administration Building at 4261 Highway 53 South in Eveleth on Tuesday, June 7, 2022, at 1 p.m. Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 13D.015, some board members may participate by interactive technology.</div> <div> </div> <div>Access to view the meeting via interactive technology along with the written materials provided to board members will be made available on the Department of Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation’s website: <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/irrrboard/board-meetings.jsp" target="_blank" title="mn.gov.irrrb">MN.GOV/IRRRB</a>.</div> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">AGENDA</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div>1. Call to Order</div> <div>2. Roll Call</div> <div>3. Approval of the April 5, 2022, Meeting Minutes</div> <div>4. Commissioner Comments</div> <div>5. FY22 Development, Community and Broadband Infrastructure Projects with FY22 Budget Amendment</div> <div>6. FY22 Regional Trail Projects</div> <div>7. Iron Range Higher Education Account</div> <div>8. Giants Ridge Recreation Tax</div> <div>9. Iron Range School Collaboration and Consolidation Account – Ely – I.S.D. 696</div> <div>10. FY23 Budget</div> <div>11. Adjournment</div> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">*</div>5298142022-06-02T17:23:27ZNews640News347130Highlighting World Bicycle Day, ATV trail improvements near Crane Lake, capital improvements to historic site in Finland and Culture & Tourism grant awards IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2022-06-01T21:15:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-529627" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-06-01T21:15:00ZHighlighting World Bicycle Day, ATV trail improvements near Crane Lake, capital improvements to historic site in Finland and Culture & Tourism grant awards 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The June 1 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* June 3 is World Bicycle Day; agency grants support region’s bicycle trails</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Voyageur Country ATV improves trails near Crane Lake</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Finland makes capital improvements to historic community site</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Over $130,000 in Culture &amp; Tourism grants awarded across northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3199d26" target="_blank">The Ranger - June 1, 2022</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />5296272022-06-01T22:24:15ZNews640News347130Featuring a new manufacturing company in Hibbing, downtown improvements in Tower and golf season opening at Giants RidgeIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2022-05-18T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-529626" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-05-18T22:00:00ZFeaturing a new manufacturing company in Hibbing, downtown improvements in Tower and golf season opening at Giants Ridge1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The May 18 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New manufacturing company diversifies Iron Range economy</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Tower improves downtown signage, landscaping and sidewalks</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Giants Ridge is open for golf, escape up north</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/31763b1" target="_blank">The Ranger - May 18, 2022</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />5296262022-06-01T22:10:16ZNews640News347130Highlighting rehabilitation of residential and commercial spaces in Nashwauk, local students being introduced to career pathways and national award nomination for broadband project in Grand Marais IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2022-05-04T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-527172" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-05-04T22:00:00ZHighlighting rehabilitation of residential and commercial spaces in Nashwauk, local students being introduced to career pathways and national award nomination for broadband project in Grand Marais1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The May 4 Ranger newsletter is here! 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In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Assisted living facility in Chisholm expands</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Dorothy Molter Museum upgrades interpretive center</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Finland uses livestreaming to promote tourism and community events</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Ready to enter The RINK? </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/31449fd" target="_blank">The Ranger - April 20, 2022</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />5257712022-04-20T23:48:11ZNews640News347130Highlighting the Ridge the Range trails collaboration, new trails mapping and signage on the East Range, Minnesota iron and the green economy, Redhead Mountain Bike Park's environmental award and Earth Month in Minnesota IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2022-04-06T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-525770" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-04-06T22:00:00ZHighlighting the Ridge the Range trails collaboration, new trails mapping and signage on the East Range, Minnesota iron and the green economy, Redhead Mountain Bike Park's environmental award and Earth Month in Minnesota 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The April 6 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Ride the Range: regional groups collaborate to promote four trail systems</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* East Range communities improve their trail systems with new mapping and signage</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Minnesota iron and the green economy</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Redhead Mountain Bike Park garners environmental award</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Gov. Walz proclaims April as Earth Month in Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/311d423" target="_blank">The Ranger - April 6, 2022</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />5257702022-04-20T23:36:12ZNews640NewsBusinesses, communities and outdoor recreation in northeastern Minnesota receive over $15.6 million in economic development fundingIron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationCommissioner Mark PhillipsChisholm-Hibbing Airport Authority (CHAA)Detroit Diesel Remanufacturing, LLC (DDR)ASV Holdings, Inc.Highland Holdings, LLC. dba. MNSTAR GroupReynolds Manufacturing, Inc. & Reynolds Enterprises, LLC, eng2022-04-06T00:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-524035" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-04-06T00:00:00ZBusinesses, communities and outdoor recreation in northeastern Minnesota receive over $15.6 million in economic development funding1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">Approximately $12.2 million in loans and over $3.3 million in grants were approved at today's Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board meeting. Total combined project investment is approximately $57.4 million. The projects are expected to increase the regional tax base, create permanent and construction jobs, provide essential services, and expand outdoor recreation. The loans and grants combined are anticipated to impact 866 jobs. The infrastructure grants are projected to create 202 construction jobs.</p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><br /></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3121271" target="_blank">Read more.</a> </p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><br /></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"> </p> </div> </div>5240352022-04-06T00:25:58ZNews640NewsMeeting begins at 6 p.m. IRRRB IRRR Board MeetingIron Range Resources & Rehabilitationeng2022-04-05T17:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-524031" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-04-05T17:00:00ZMeeting begins at 6 p.m. 1047<p style="font-size: 14pt;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Click <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzGVHj8EGqDgezNj7hJnlrA" target="_blank">here</a> to watch the April 5, 2022, Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) meeting. The meeting begins at 6 p.m.  </p>5240312022-04-05T19:20:03ZNews640NewsMeeting will be livestreamed on YouTube and available to view on our website.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)eng2022-03-31T17:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-523527" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-03-31T17:00:00ZMeeting will be livestreamed on YouTube and available to view on our website. 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">An Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, April 5 at 6 p.m. <span style="color: rgb(32, 31, 30); font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14.6667px;">The meeting will be live-streamed through YouTube for public viewing. </span><span style="color: rgb(32, 31, 30); font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14.6667px;">Access to view the meeting will be published on our website </span><a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" id="LPlnk540898" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 14.6667px; line-height: inherit; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; vertical-align: baseline; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);" name="LPlnk540898">mn.gov/irrrb</a><span style="color: rgb(32, 31, 30); font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14.6667px;">. </span>The board packet also is posted on our website. </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">AGENDA</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">1. Call to Order</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">2. Roll Call</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">3. Approval of the Dec. 14, 2021, Meeting Minutes</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">4. Commissioner Comments</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">5. Business Development Projects</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">6. FY22 Development and Community Infrastructure Projects</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">7. FY22 Regional Trails Projects</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">8. Adjournment</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">*</div>5235272022-03-31T17:06:49ZNews640News347130Featuring a new fuel and convenience retail campus in Nashwauk, broadband expansion in Morse Township and Ely, new trails grooming equipment on the Iron Range and Regional Trails grantsIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2022-03-16T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-525769" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-03-16T22:00:00ZFeaturing a new student center at Itasca Community College, an evening to honor Sen. Tomassoni, expansion at North Country Café in Crosby and Application Fund grants 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The March 16 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Itasca Community College develops new student center</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Legislators, friends and family members honor Sen. Tomassoni</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* North Country Café in Crosby expands operations</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Application Fund grants for northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/30de1bc" target="_blank">The Ranger - March 16, 2022</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />5257692022-04-20T23:21:35ZNews640News347130Highlighting Dutchman Tree Service's successful startup in Ely, an upcoming State of Manufacturing event in Duluth and Commercial Redevelopment and Culture & Tourism grantsIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2022-03-02T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-520284" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-03-02T22:00:00ZHighlighting Dutchman Tree Service's successful startup in Ely, an upcoming State of Manufacturing event in Duluth and Commercial Redevelopment and Culture & Tourism grants1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The March 2 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Dutchman Tree Service of Ely used business planning services for successful startup</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* State of Manufacturing® survey release event set for March 30 in Duluth</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Commercial Redevelopment grants for northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Culture &amp; Tourism grant applications accepted </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/30cea8c" target="_blank">The Ranger - March 2, 2022</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />5202842022-03-02T22:12:23ZNews640News347130Featuring a new fuel and convenience retail campus in Nashwauk, broadband expansion in Morse Township and Ely, new trails grooming equipment on the Iron Range and Regional Trails grantsIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2022-02-16T22:15:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-518974" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-02-16T22:15:00ZFeaturing a new fuel and convenience retail campus in Nashwauk, broadband expansion in Morse Township and Ely, new trails grooming equipment on the Iron Range and Regional Trails grants 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Feb. 16 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New fuel and convenience retail campus developed in Nashwauk</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Broadband expanded in Morse Township and Ely area</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Iron Range trails continue outdoor excellence with new grooming equipment</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Regional Trails grants for northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/309ab9a" target="_blank">The Ranger - Feb. 16, 2022</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />5189742022-02-18T19:03:49ZNews640News347130Highlighting Zup's grocery store expansion in Ely, upgrades at Nashwauk Market, new downtown lighting in Ironton and Community and Development Infrastructure and Culture & Tourism grantsIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2022-02-02T23:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-516967" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-02-02T23:00:00ZHighlighting Zup's grocery store expansion in Ely, upgrades at Nashwauk Market, new downtown lighting in Ironton and Community and Development Infrastructure and Culture & Tourism grants1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Feb. 2 Ranger newsletter is here! 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In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Wastewater treatment improvements made in Grand Rapids</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Close Bunk used business planning services for successful product launch</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Lutsen adds new entry sign to its community</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Downtown Streetscapes grants for northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3067036" target="_blank">The Ranger - Jan. 20, 2022</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />5158562022-01-20T22:14:21ZNews640News347130Highlighting improvements at a lodging facility in Babbitt, renovations to the Silver Lake Walking Trail, Culture & Tourism grants and main street revitalization fundingIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2022-01-05T23:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-514749" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2022-01-05T23:00:00ZHighlighting improvements at a lodging facility in Babbitt, renovations to the Silver Lake Walking Trail, Culture & Tourism grants and main street revitalization funding1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Jan. 5 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Business Energy Retrofit grant improves lodging facility in Babbitt</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Silver Lake Walking Trail renovated to improve Virginia’s outdoor amenities</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Culture &amp; Tourism grants for northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grant money available to local communities for main street revitalization</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/3046a57" target="_blank">The Ranger - Jan. 5, 2022</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />5147492022-01-07T01:52:52ZNews640News347130Featuring main street renovation in Biwabik, Edna G. Tugboat community event in Two Harbors, Movies in the Park event in Silver Bay and employee skills training fundingIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2021-12-16T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-513198" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-12-15T22:00:00ZFeaturing main street renovation in Biwabik, Edna G. Tugboat community event in Two Harbors, Movies in the Park event in Silver Bay and employee skills training funding1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Dec. 15 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Biwabik main street renovation supports businesses, residents and tourists </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Edna G. Tugboat celebrates 125 years with community event in Two Harbors</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Silver Bay brings community together with Movies in the Park</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Money available to businesses for employee skills training</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/300eec6" target="_blank">The Ranger - Dec. 15, 2021</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />5131982021-12-16T15:32:58ZNews640NewsBusinesses, communities, outdoor recreation, education and mining operations in northeastern Minnesota receive over $34 million in economic development fundingIron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationCommissioner Mark PhillipsScranton Iron, Inc., Hibbing, MinnesotaChisholm-Hibbing Airport Authority, Hibbingeng2021-12-14T21:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-512910" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-12-14T21:00:00ZBusinesses, communities, outdoor recreation, education and mining operations in northeastern Minnesota receive over $34 million in economic development funding1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><img src="/irrrb/assets/Board%20Projects%2012.14.21%20-%202%20Legend_tcm1047-512936.png" title="Board Projects 12.14.21 - 2 Legend" alt="Board Projects 12.14.21 - 2 Legend" style="vertical-align: top; width: 650px; height: 393px;" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="Board Projects 12.14.21 - 2 Legend" /></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">At today's Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board meeting, approximately $3.5 million in loans, $4.1 million in community grants, $18 million in K-12 school collaboration funds, $1.4 million in higher education funds, and $7.2 million in mining fund rebates were approved to advance projects in northeastern Minnesota. Total combined project investment is approximately $157.7 million. The projects are expected to increase the regional tax base, create permanent and construction jobs, provide essential services, improve education and expand outdoor recreation and mining. The loans are anticipated to impact 19.5 jobs and create 32 construction jobs. The infrastructure projects are projected to impact 54 jobs and create 306 construction jobs.</p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><br /></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/300d53c" target="_blank"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">Read more.</span></font></a></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"> </p> </div> </div>5129102021-12-14T21:24:38ZNews640NewsMeeting begins at 1:30 p.m. IRRRB IRRR Board MeetingIron Range Resources & Rehabilitationeng2021-12-14T17:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-512906" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-12-14T17:00:00ZMeeting begins at 1:30 p.m. 1047<p style="font-size: 14pt;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Click <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzGVHj8EGqDgezNj7hJnlrA" target="_blank">here</a> to watch the Dec. 14, 2021, Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) meeting. The meeting begins at 1:30 p.m.  </p>5129062021-12-14T17:33:28ZNews640NewsMeeting will be held via interactive technology and available to view on our website. Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)eng2021-12-09T18:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-512457" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-12-09T18:00:00ZMeeting will be held via interactive technology and available to view on our website. 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">An Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 14 at 1:30 p.m. The meeting will be held using interactive technology and available to view on our website. The board packet will be posted on our website at <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/" target="_blank">mn.gov/irrrb</a></div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">AGENDA</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">1. Call to Order</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">2. Roll Call</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">3. Approval of the Sept. 8, 2021, Meeting Minutes</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">4. Commissioner Comments</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">5. Taconite Economic Development Fund</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">6. Business Development Projects</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">7. FY22 Development, Broadband &amp; Community Infrastructure Projects</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">8. FY22 Regional Trails Projects</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">9. Iron Range Higher Education Account</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">10. Iron Range School Collaboration Fund</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">11. Adjournment</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">*</div>5124572021-12-09T20:04:32ZNews640News347130Highlighting a community solar program in Grand Rapids, recreation improvements in Coleraine, business relief grant impacts and Giants Ridge winter sports season openingIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2021-12-01T23:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-511502" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-12-01T23:00:00ZHighlighting a community solar program in Grand Rapids, recreation improvements in Coleraine, business relief grant impacts and Giants Ridge winter sports season opening1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Dec. 1 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Community solar program launched in Grand Rapids</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Mineland reclamation grant improves Coleraine’s outdoor recreation</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Taconite Area Business Relief loans assisted 101 businesses and impacted 960 jobs</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Giants Ridge open for the winter sports season</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2fe819e" target="_blank">The Ranger - Dec. 1, 2021</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />5115022021-12-01T23:20:54ZNews640News347130Featuring NorthRidge Community Credit Union's groundbreaking in Hibbing, enhancements at Taconite Rock area in Babbitt, community relief grant impacts and Old School Lives renovations in Cotton Township IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2021-11-17T23:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-509426" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-11-17T23:00:00ZFeaturing NorthRidge Community Credit Union's groundbreaking in Hibbing, enhancements at Taconite Rock area in Babbitt, community relief grant impacts and Old School Lives renovations in Cotton Township 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Nov. 17 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Credit union breaks ground in Hibbing</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Taconite Rock area in Babbitt enhanced for residents and visitors</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Taconite Area Community Relief grants assisted 145 businesses and impacted 776 jobs</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Old School Lives makes accessibility and exterior renovations</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2fc82f5" target="_blank">The Ranger - Nov. 17, 2021</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />5094262021-11-17T23:59:04ZNews640News347130Highlighting emergency building repairs at the Gilbert VFW, a new Veterans Park in Cook, veterans' project across northeastern Minnesota and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2021-11-10T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-503497" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-11-10T22:00:00ZHighlighting emergency building repairs at the Gilbert VFW, the new Veterans Park in Cook, veterans' project across northeastern Minnesota and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Nov. 10 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Gilbert VFW completes emergency building repairs</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New Veterans Park opens in Cook</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grants support veterans’ projects across northeastern Minnesota </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Virtual Veterans Day event set for Nov. 11</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Saluting our veterans</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2f9c5ab" target="_blank">The Ranger - Nov. 10, 2021</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />5034972021-11-17T23:47:28ZNews640News347130Featuring recognition for Hibbing Community College’s Automotive Technician program, renovations at Paulucci Space Theatre, community relief grants for Chisholm businesses and upgrades at Chisholm Iron Trail CampgroundIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2021-10-20T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-503491" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-10-20T22:00:00ZFeaturing recognition for Hibbing Community College’s Automotive Technician program, renovations at Paulucci Space Theatre, community relief grants for Chisholm businesses and upgrades at Chisholm Iron Trail Campground1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Oct. 20 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Local college's Automotive Technician program awarded for excellence</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Paulucci Space Theatre in Hibbing undergoes major renovation</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Taconite Area Community Relief grant assists four businesses in Chisholm</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* City upgrades Chisholm Iron Trail Campground</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2f829d0" target="_blank">The Ranger - Oct. 20, 2021</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />5034912021-10-20T22:39:38ZNews640News347130Highlighting the Ely Veterans Clinic expansion, community relief grants for East Range businesses, Mountain Iron water system improvements and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark PhillipsEly Veterans ClinicEast Range Joint Powers BoardMountain Iron water systemeng2021-10-06T22:45:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-502041" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-10-06T22:45:00ZHighlighting the Ely Veterans Clinic expansion, community relief grants for East Range businesses, Mountain Iron water system improvements and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Oct. 6 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Veterans Clinic in Ely expands space and services</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Taconite Area Community Relief grant assists four businesses on the East Iron Range </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Mountain Iron improves water system</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* October is Manufacturing Month in Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Northeast Minnesota Equity Summit set for Oct. 27</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Child care summit scheduled for Nov. 10</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* NORTHFORCE launches full year of Student Connect programming</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2f434e7" target="_blank">The Ranger - Oct. 6, 2021</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />5020412021-10-07T20:24:16ZNews640News347130Featuring the Iron Trail Motors Event Center grand opening, a new Redhead Mountain Bike Park video, a dental office groundbreaking in Two Harbors and more IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2021-09-15T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-498150" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-09-15T22:00:00ZFeaturing the Iron Trail Motors Event Center grand opening, a new Redhead Mountain Bike Park video, a dental office groundbreaking in Two Harbors and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Sept. 15 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Iron Trail Motors Event Center opening next week in Virginia </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New Redhead Mountain Bike Park video showcases mineland reclamation and economic impact</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New dental office breaks ground in Two Harbors</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Culture &amp; Tourism grant helped create wildlife videos that have been viewed over one million times in less than two months</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Northeast Regional Broadband Summit to be held Sept. 22</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Applications for Minnesota Main Street COVID Relief Grants accepted starting Sept. 20</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2f0dcd9" target="_blank">The Ranger - Sept. 15, 2021</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4981502021-09-15T23:08:39ZNews640NewsBusinesses, communities, tribal nations and outdoor recreation receive economic development funding in northeastern MinnesotaIron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationCommissioner Mark PhillipsHeliene USA, Mountain IronKMDA, Inc., BoveyFrankels, LLC / Dirty Dog Manufacturing, LLC, Elyeng2021-09-08T20:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-496865" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-09-08T20:00:00ZBusinesses, communities, tribal nations and outdoor recreation receive economic development funding in northeastern Minnesota1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">At today's Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board meeting, over $2.9 million in loans and more than $4.1 million in grants were approved to advance projects in northeastern Minnesota. Total combined project investment is approximately $34 million. The projects are expected to increase the regional tax base, create permanent and construction jobs, provide essential services and improve outdoor recreation. The loans are anticipated to create 25 new jobs and retain 73 jobs. The community and development infrastructure projects are projected to impact 345 jobs and create 104 construction jobs.</p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><br /></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2f05348" target="_blank"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">Read more.</span></font></a></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"> </p> </div> </div>4968652021-09-08T20:36:48ZNews640NewsMeeting begins at 2 p.m. IRRRB IRRR Board MeetingIron Range Resources & Rehabilitationeng2021-09-08T16:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-496824" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-09-08T16:00:00ZMeeting begins at 2 p.m. 1047<p style="font-size: 14pt;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Click <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzGVHj8EGqDgezNj7hJnlrA" target="_blank">here</a> to watch the Sept. 8, 2021, Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) meeting. The meeting begins at 2 p.m.  </p>4968242021-09-08T16:31:10ZNews640NewsMeeting will be held via interactive technology and live-streamed through YouTube.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)eng2021-09-03T17:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-496550" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-09-03T17:00:00ZMeeting will be held via interactive technology and live-streamed through YouTube.1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">An Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 8 at 2 p.m. The special meeting will be held via interactive technology and live-streamed through YouTube for public viewing as authorized by MN Statute 13D.015.</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"> </p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">Access to view the meeting will be posted on our website <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/" target="_blank">https://mn.gov/irrrb/</a></span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><br /></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">AGENDA</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">1. Call to Order</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">2. Roll Call</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">3. Approval of the June 21, 2021, meeting minutes</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">4. Commissioner Comments</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">5. Business Development Projects</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">6. FY22 Community and Development Infrastructure Projects</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">7. FY22 Regional Trails Projects</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">8. Adjournment</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: rgb(32, 31, 30); font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">A board packet is available on our website</span><span style="color: rgb(32, 31, 30); font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;"> </span><a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/irrrboard/board-meetings.jsp" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="color: rgb(5, 99, 193); font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 9pt; line-height: inherit; font-family: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">https://mn.gov/irrrb/irrrboard/board-meetings.jsp</a></p> <div style="color: rgb(32, 31, 30); font-family: &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Web (West European)&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 0in; margin-left: 2em; margin-top: 0in"> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);"> </p> </div> </div> </div>4965502021-09-03T16:44:09ZNews640News347130Highlighting a new miniature golf course in Virginia, the Thomas Rukavina Memorial Bridge dedication, a splash pad in Aurora, outdoor pedestrian areas in the GoNorthMN region and a Culture & Tourism grant opportunity IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark PhillipsGreens on Foreteenth, Virginia, MinnesotaThomas Rukavina Memorial BridgeSplash Pad, Aurora, MinnesotaGoNorthMNCulture & Tourism grantseng2021-09-01T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-496363" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-09-01T22:00:00ZHighlighting a new miniature golf course in Virginia, the Thomas Rukavina Memorial Bridge dedication, a splash pad in Aurora, outdoor pedestrian areas in the GoNorthMN region and a Culture & Tourism grant opportunity 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Sept. 1 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Miniature golf course opening soon in Virginia </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Thomas Rukavina Memorial Bridge dedication ceremony held</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New splash pad in Aurora offers free outdoor recreation to youth and families</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Outdoor pedestrian areas created in GoNorthMN region</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grant opportunity to strengthen northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2ef2fd2" target="_blank">The Ranger - Sept. 1, 2021</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4963632021-09-02T14:50:18ZNews640News347130Featuring a new gift shop and candy store in Two Harbors, a renovated multi-tenant business center in Virginia, a new playground in Nashwauk Township and 25 years of golf at Giants RidgeIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2021-08-18T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-494600" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-08-18T22:00:00ZFeaturing a new gift shop and candy store in Two Harbors, a renovated multi-tenant business center in Virginia, a new playground in Nashwauk Township and 25 years of golf at Giants Ridge1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Aug. 18 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Energy and building code grants help develop new gift shop and candy store in Two Harbors </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Commercial Redevelopment grant helps transform vacant building into multi-tenant center in Virginia</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Nashwauk Township opens new playground at community center</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Giants Ridge celebrates a quarter century of golf</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2edb20b" target="_blank">The Ranger - Aug. 18, 2021</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4946002021-08-20T20:49:48ZNews640News347130Highlighting a new inclusive community playground in Hibbing, the Greenway Sports Complex improvement project, the Pointe North building for sale or lease in Aurora and a ceremony to mark the 20th anniversary of 9/11IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark PhillipsInclusive Community Playground in HibbingGreenway Sports Complex improvementsPointe North Building in Aurora9/11 20th Anniversary Ceremony in St. Paul eng2021-08-04T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-493149" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-08-04T22:00:00ZHighlighting a new inclusive community playground in Hibbing, the Greenway Sports Complex improvement project, the Pointe North building for sale or lease in Aurora and a ceremony to mark the 20th anniversary of 9/111047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Aug. 4 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Inclusive community playground to open Aug. 12 in Hibbing</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Greenway Sports Complex improvement project underway</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Pointe North: Former BCBS building available for sale or lease in Aurora</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Ceremony to mark the 20th anniversary of 9/11 and honor those who have served since</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2eb62d7" target="_blank">The Ranger - Aug. 4, 2021</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4931492021-08-06T13:36:51ZNews640News347130Featuring community relief grants for Virginia businesses, FLOE International's expansion, grant support for the Voyageurs Wolf Project, grant opportunities and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2021-07-21T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-490925" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-07-21T22:00:00ZFeaturing community relief grants for Virginia businesses, FLOE International's expansion, grant support for the Voyageurs Wolf Project, grant opportunities and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The July 21 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Taconite Area Community Relief grant assists 10 businesses in Virginia </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* FLOE International expands its Hoyt Lakes operations</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Culture &amp; Tourism grant supports wolf research project and public engagement</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grant opportunities to strengthen northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Main Street Economic Revitalization Program will launch Aug. 3</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Register for the Veterans Virtual Career Fair </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2e841aa" target="_blank">The Ranger - July 21, 2021</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4909252021-07-22T14:25:31ZNews640News347130Highlighting a transformed multi-tenant plaza in downtown Eveleth, relief grant assistance on the North Shore, a collaborative video marketing project among local farmers markets, improved road access to Black Beach in Silver Bay and FY22 grant guidelinesIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark PhillipsCoffee on Main, Eveleth, MinnesotaNorth Shore in MinnesotaArrowhead Grown farmers marketsBlack BeachSilver Bayeng2021-06-30T21:55:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-488011" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-06-30T21:55:00ZHighlighting a transformed multi-tenant plaza in downtown Eveleth, relief grant assistance on the North Shore, a collaborative video marketing project among local farmers markets, improved road access to Black Beach in Silver Bay and FY22 grant guidelines1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The June 30 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Commercial Redevelopment grant helps transform downtown building into multi-tenant plaza </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Taconite Area Community Relief grant assists 15 businesses and two nonprofits on North Shore</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Local farmers markets collaborate on video marketing</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Silver Bay used Application Fund grant to improve road access to Black Beach</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation grant guidelines and cycle dates now available</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2e61382" target="_blank">The Ranger - June 30, 2021</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4880112021-06-30T22:57:46ZNews640NewsIron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board approves $15 million to construct a new wood products manufacturing facilityIron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationGovernor Tim WalzHuberwood Engineered Woods LLCCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2021-06-21T16:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-486164" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-06-21T16:00:00ZIron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board approves $15 million to construct a new wood products manufacturing facility1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: rgb(32, 31, 30); font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14.6667px;">[ST. PAUL, MN] – Governor Tim Walz today announced the Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board approved $15 million in funding for the construction of the new Huber Engineered Woods LLC (HEW) oriented strand board (OSB) manufacturing facility in Cohasset, bringing 150 new jobs to the region. The plant will increase the company’s production of innovative ZIP System® and AdvanTech® structural panels. HEW is a subsidiary of J.M. Huber Corporation, one of the largest family-owned companies in the United States.</span></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">Contingent upon site acquisition, approval of certain legislative initiatives and financial assistance from additional state entities, the Cohasset location will be HEW’s sixth mill in the United States and its first presence in Minnesota. Its other five manufacturing facilities are located in Georgia, Maine, Tennessee, Oklahoma, and Virginia. The Cohasset project involves constructing a new state-of-the-art facility located on more than 400 acres in southwest Itasca County. It will feature advanced processes and technologies to be the most efficient and sustainable operation within the HEW manufacturing network.</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">“The State of Minnesota is proud to collaborate with Huber Engineered Woods to bring 150 new jobs to Cohasset,” said Governor Walz. “Huber is an innovative and unique leader in the building products industry, and we’re excited about the positive economic impact this investment will make in the region.”</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">“We’re thrilled to partner with Huber Engineered Woods to welcome 150 jobs to northeastern Minnesota. This is a win for our state,” said Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan.</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">HEW is a leading specialty building products innovator that supports the growing needs of single-family, multifamily, and commercial teams seeking to build high-performing structures. The Cohasset mill will produce a wide range of the company’s subflooring, roof, and wall panel products and increase HEW’s ability to service Western and Midwestern housing markets.</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">“This new chapter of growth for our company, with the development of our sixth mill, is the result of tremendous collaboration between our company, Governor Walz, and leaders within a range of entities in the State of Minnesota.” said HEW President Brian Carlson. “We look forward to being an integral part of the community and a key partner in the future success of the county and the state.  We are pleased and excited to bring this new investment and set of employment opportunities to Itasca County and the surrounding areas. It is our desire for our new operations to be a shining example of our company’s commitment to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.”</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">The HEW plant is projected to provide more than 150 new jobs to Itasca County area with a median hourly wage of $31 plus a benefits package. HEW’s Cohasset operations will contribute to business growth for adjacent industries, including Minnesota’s logging and trucking sectors. Projections are calling for the daily commission of 150 logging trucks. The annual exporting of finished goods will require 20,000 trucks and 330 rail cars.</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">“Northeastern Minnesota’s infrastructure and transportation systems are geared to expand and support the success of Huber’s new facility in Cohasset,” said Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Commissioner Mark Phillips. “Our region’s workforce is highly skilled, hard-working and ready to help Huber Engineered Woods produce its products in Minnesota.”</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">The new facility will be built at Cohasset’s “North Site” and require infrastructure upgrades including water, sewer, natural gas, rail, and road. The company projects that 300 to 400 construction workers will be needed to build the new facility.</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">“I’m thrilled that Huber is going to add 150 jobs to northeastern Minnesota and grow our state’s economy,” said DEED Commissioner Steve Grove. “Minnesota’s workforce is well positioned to ensure Huber’s new manufacturing plant succeeds. We are honored to welcome Huber to a Minnesota economy that continues to build what matters.”</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">The facility will be built on land currently owned by Minnesota Power, the region’s electric energy provider, and near the company’s Boswell Energy Center.</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">“Minnesota Power and ALLETE are proud to be among the partners who played a role in attracting this new business to Cohasset, where our Boswell Energy Center has been a powerful partner of the community since 1958,” said ALLETE chair, President, and CEO Bethany Owen. “As Boswell’s mission evolves as part of Minnesota Power’s vision to deliver 100 percent carbon free energy by 2050, we are excited to welcome Huber to our region and help bring this significant natural resource-based investment to Cohasset and Itasca County in support of a sustainable and just transition for Boswell’s host communities.”</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">A collaboration of key organizations helped bring Huber’s investment and employment opportunities to Cohasset: Department of Employment &amp; Economic Development (DEED), Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation, Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA), the city of Cohasset, Itasca County, Minnesota Power, and Itasca County Economic Development Corporation (IEDC). While the company and all parties involved are enthused to take the next steps with the project, it is contingent on, among other steps, financial assistance from the additional state and local entities to move forward.</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">“We are excited Huber has chosen this site to expand their business,” said Itasca County Commissioner Davin Tinquist. “This will be a tremendous boost, not only to the local economy of Cohasset but to all of Itasca County. This is good for the timber industry, for the local job market and for our tax base.”</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">“The City of Cohasset is incredibly pleased to publicly announce this project.  The increases in jobs, tax base, and economic impact to Cohasset are significant,” said Cohasset City Administrator Max Peters. “It is projects like this that grow the region’s taxable market value. The city of Cohasset is very thankful to all of the organizations and agencies whose contributions and hard work made this project a reality.”</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">Learn more about the HEW Cohasset Mill at <a href="https://www.huberwood.com/uploads/images/media-downloads/downloads/Huber-Engineered-Woods-MN-Mill_Community-Report.pdf" target="_blank">HEWMNmill.com</a>.</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><strong><em><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">About Huber Engineered Woods</span></em></strong></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">Huber Engineered Woods is a subsidiary of J.M. Huber Corporation, which was founded in 1883 and has grown to be one of the largest family-owned companies in the United States. J.M. Huber Corporation is a global company with approximately 4,000 employees in more than 20 countries. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Huber Engineered Woods is a building products leader in delivering roof, wall and subfloor solutions for quiet, stiff floors and weather-resistant building envelopes. Fueled by on-the-jobsite analysis and building science principles, AdvanTech® subflooring, ZIP System™ building enclosure and EXACOR™ product solutions have changed how construction teams build better buildings. Learn more about Huber Engineered Woods at <a href="https://www.huberwood.com/" target="_blank">Huberwood.com</a>.</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);"><br /></p> <div style="color: rgb(32, 31, 30); font-family: &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Web (West European)&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 0in; margin-left: 2em; margin-top: 0in" /> </div> </div>4861642021-06-21T16:14:03ZNews640NewsMeeting begins at 8 a.m. IRRRB IRRR Board MeetingIron Range Resources & Rehabilitationeng2021-06-21T12:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-486124" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-06-21T12:00:00ZMeeting begins at 8 a.m. 1047<p style="font-size: 14pt;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Click <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzGVHj8EGqDgezNj7hJnlrA" target="_blank">here</a> to watch the June 21, 2021, Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) meeting. The meeting begins at 8 a.m.  </p>4861242021-06-21T12:36:47ZNews640NewsMeeting will be held via Zoom.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)eng2021-06-17T15:20:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-485825" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-06-17T15:20:00ZMeeting will be held via Zoom.1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">RESCHEDULED: The Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board meeting originally scheduled for Thursday, June 17 at 11 a.m. has been rescheduled to Monday, June 21 at 8 a.m.</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);"><br /></p> <div style="color: rgb(32, 31, 30); font-family: &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Web (West European)&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 0in; margin-left: 2em; margin-top: 0in" /> </div> </div>4858252021-06-17T15:23:47ZNews640News347130Featuring 30West Fitness & Rec's building transformation, Van Technologies' achievement of quality control certification, new pocket park in Ely, broadband grants and more IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2021-06-16T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-485814" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-06-16T22:00:00ZFeaturing 30West Fitness & Rec's building transformation, Van Technologies' achievement of quality control certification, new pocket park in Ely, broadband grants and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The June 16 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Energy and building code grants help transform vacant downtown building into fitness center </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Van Technologies used pandemic downturn to achieve quality control certification</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Downtown Streetscapes grant improves region’s cities</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Over $224,000 in broadband grants awarded across northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Redhead Mountain Bike Park grand opening set for June 26</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Free diversity and inclusion training available to the public</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2e39c37" target="_blank">The Ranger - June 16, 2021</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4858142021-06-17T13:10:36ZNews640NewsMeeting will be held via Zoom.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)eng2021-06-14T17:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-485406" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-06-14T17:00:00ZMeeting will be held via Zoom.1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);">A special meeting of the Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board has been scheduled for Thursday, June 17 at 11 a.m.  </p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);"><br /></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">In accordance with Gov. Walz’s Executive Order 20-01 and due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the meeting will not be held at a physical location but rather via Zoom and live-streamed through YouTube as authorized by MN Statute 13D.021. Access to view the meeting will be posted on our website. <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/" target="_blank">https://mn.gov/irrrb/</a></span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><br /></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">AGENDA</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">1. Call to Order</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">2. Roll Call</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">3. Approval of June 7, 2021, Minutes</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">4. Commissioner’s Comments</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">5. Business Development Project</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">6. </span></font><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; color: rgb(32, 31, 30); font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Other</span></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">7. 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The meeting begins at 10:30 a.m. </p>4841942021-06-07T15:17:05ZNews640News347130Highlighting Mesaba Animal Hospital's renovation and expansion, groundbreaking at Ely Public Schools, new public works building in Calumet and virtual building toursIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark PhillipsMesaba Animal Hospital in HibbingEly Public SchoolsCalumet public works buildingVirtual building tours Progress Parkeng2021-06-02T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-483391" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-06-02T22:30:00ZHighlighting Mesaba Animal Hospital's renovation and expansion, groundbreaking at Ely Public Schools, new public works building in Calumet and virtual building tours1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The June 2 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Business Energy Retrofit grant transforms Mesaba Animal Hospital in Hibbing </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Ely Public Schools is renovating its pre-K-12 campus</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Calumet constructs new public works building</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Virtual building tours assist with business relocations and expansions</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2e35582" target="_blank">The Ranger - June 2, 2021</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4833912021-06-09T21:24:29ZNews640NewsMeeting will be held via Zoom.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)eng2021-06-02T20:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-483786" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-06-02T20:00:00ZMeeting will be held via Zoom.1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);">A special meeting of the Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board has been scheduled for Monday, June 7 at 10:30 a.m.  </p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);"><br /></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">In accordance with Gov. Walz’s Executive Order 20-01 and due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the meeting will not be held at a physical location but rather via Zoom and live-streamed through YouTube as authorized by MN Statute 13D.021. Access to view the meeting will be posted on our website. <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/" target="_blank">https://mn.gov/irrrb/</a></span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><br /></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">AGENDA</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">1. Call to Order</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">2. Roll Call</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">3. Approval of April 30, 2021, Minutes</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">4. Commissioner’s Comments</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">5. Business Development Projects</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">6. FY21 Community and Development Infrastructure Projects</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">7. Iron Range Higher Education Account</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">8. FY22 Budget</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">9. Other</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">10. Adjournment</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: rgb(32, 31, 30); font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">A board packet is available on our website</span><span style="color: rgb(32, 31, 30); font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;"> </span><a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/irrrboard/board-meetings.jsp" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="color: rgb(5, 99, 193); font: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">https://mn.gov/irrrb/irrrboard/board-meetings.jsp</a></p> <div style="color: rgb(32, 31, 30); font-family: &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Web (West European)&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin-bottom: 0in; margin-left: 2em; margin-top: 0in"> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);"> </p> </div> </div> </div>4837862021-06-03T15:21:39ZNews640News347130Featuring Business Energy Retrofit improvements at Commercial Asphalt Repair, groundbreaking at Hibbing Early Learning Center, downtown redevelopment grants in Virginia and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2021-05-19T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-482607" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-05-19T22:30:00ZFeaturing Business Energy Retrofit improvements at Commercial Asphalt Repair, groundbreaking at Hibbing Early Learning Center, downtown redevelopment grants in Virginia and more.1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The May 19 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Business Energy Retrofit grant transforms Commercial Asphalt Repair building in Grand Rapids </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New child care facility meets crucial Iron Range workforce need</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Four businesses in Virginia received funding through downtown redevelopment plan</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Innovate 218 effort supports innovators and entrepreneurs</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Over $249,000 in Culture &amp; Tourism grants awarded across northeastern Minnesota </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2d84c29" target="_blank">The Ranger - May 19, 2021</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4826072021-05-20T00:57:07ZNews640News347130Celebrating the "Power of Travel" with articles on trails, Giants Ridge golf, Warba Campground improvements and a new Hippodrome video. IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2021-05-05T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-480306" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-05-05T22:30:00ZCelebrating the "Power of Travel" with articles on trails, Giants Ridge golf, Warba Campground improvements and a new Hippodrome video. 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The May 5 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Tourism industry celebrates the Power of Travel</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Trails enhance quality of life and economy in northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Mesabi Trail™ nominated for Minnesota’s Best</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Giants Ridge is open for golf. 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The meeting begins at 12 p.m. </p>4798872021-04-30T15:55:13ZNews640NewsMeeting will be held via Zoom.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)eng2021-04-27T17:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-478615" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-04-27T17:00:00ZMeeting will be held via Zoom.1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);">A special meeting of the Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board has been scheduled for Friday, April 30 at 12 p.m. </p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);"><br /></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">In accordance with Governor Walz’s Executive Order 20-01 and due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the meeting will not be held at a physical location but rather via ZOOM and live-streamed through YouTube as authorized by MN Statute 13D.021. Access to view the meeting will be posted on our website.</span><span style="font-size: 11pt;"> </span><a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="font: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">MN.GOV/IRRRB</a></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><br /></span></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">AGENDA</span></p> <ol start="1" type="1" style="margin-bottom: 0in; color: rgb(32, 31, 30); font-family: &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Web (West European)&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; margin-top: 0in;"> <li class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Call to Order</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Roll Call</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Approval of January 15, 2021, Minutes</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Commissioner’s Comments</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Cast Corporation</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Airmark Inc. dba Nelson Wood Shims</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">FY21 Community and Development Infrastructure Projects</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">FY21 Regional Trails Projects</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Other</li> <li class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Adjournment</li> </ol> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><br /></span></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">A board packet is available on our website</span><span style="font-size: 11pt;"> </span><a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/irrrboard/board-meetings.jsp" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="font: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">https://mn.gov/irrrb/irrrboard/board-meetings.jsp</a></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);"><br /></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);" /> </div> </div>4786152021-04-27T19:23:24ZNews640News347130Featuring information on registering to do business with the state of Minnesota, Taconite Area Community Relief grants in Tower, new NHED president and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2021-04-21T23:15:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-477202" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-04-21T23:15:00ZFeaturing information on registering to do business with the state of Minnesota, Taconite Area Community Relief grants in Tower, new NHED president and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The April 21 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Local companies can register to do business with the state of Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Taconite Area Community Relief grant assists eight businesses in Tower</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Raich named president of the Northeast Higher Education District</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Emergency funding available for restaurants and bars</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Delta Air Lines hiring in Chisholm</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Virtual Earth Day event focuses on extreme weather and communities</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2d0424d" target="_blank">The Ranger - April 21, 2021</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4772022021-04-23T21:39:00ZNews640News347130Highlighting broadband success in downtown Ely, new Minnesota Natural Resource Atlas, Veterans Park development in Cook and Wabana Township's comprehensive planning process.IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark PhillipsEly, Minnesota BroadbandMinnesota Natural Resource AtlasVeterans Riverfront Park Cook MinnesotaWabana Townshipeng2021-04-07T22:10:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-475748" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-04-07T22:10:00ZHighlighting broadband success in downtown Ely, new Minnesota Natural Resource Atlas, Veterans Park development in Cook and Wabana Township planning process.1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The April 7 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Broadband success in downtown Ely</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Natural resource atlas, a free new online tool can help with economic and community development </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New Veterans Park being developed in Cook</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Wabana Township prioritizing its assets and resources</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2c9a9d7" target="_blank">The Ranger - April 7, 2021</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4757482021-04-07T23:06:25ZNews640News347130Featuring Taconite Area Business Relief loans to 90 businesses, technical assistance to local businesses, art walk in the Quad Cities and Residential Redevelopment grant improvements in HibbingIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark PhillipsTaconite Area Business Relief granteng2021-03-17T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-472494" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-03-17T22:30:00ZFeaturing Taconite Area Business Relief loans to 90 businesses, technical assistance to local businesses, art walk in the Quad Cities and Residential Redevelopment grant improvements in Hibbing1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The March 17 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Taconite Area Business Relief loans assist 90 businesses</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Local businesses have free technical assistance in marketing, human resources and bookkeeping</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Art walk in Quad Cities aims to increase traffic at local businesses</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Hibbing uses Residential Redevelopment grant to improve neighborhoods</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2c60922" target="_blank">The Ranger - March. 17, 2021</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4724942021-03-18T15:06:36ZNews640News347130Highlighting Boomtown's use of a relief loan to persevere through COVID-19, Knife River's interpretive display panels and Edge of the Wilderness Scenic Byway's digital mapping projectIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2021-03-03T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-470413" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-03-03T22:30:00ZHighlighting Boomtown's use of a relief loan to persevere through COVID-19, Knife River's interpretive display panels and Edge of the Wilderness Scenic Byway's digital mapping project 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The March 3 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Boomtown utilizes Taconite Area Community Relief loan to persevere through COVID-19</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Knife River telling history to visitors with interpretive panels</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Edge of Wilderness Scenic Byway digitally mapped to boost tourism</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2c3ddf5" target="_blank">The Ranger - March 3, 2021</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4704132021-03-03T23:23:18ZNews640News347130Featuring COVID relief grant in Eveleth, Gilbert Campground expansion and Residential Redevelopment grant improving Chisholm neighborhoodsIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark PhillipsTaconite Area Community Relief granteng2021-02-17T22:20:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-468561" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-02-17T22:20:00ZFeaturing COVID relief grant in Eveleth, Gilbert Campground expansion and Residential Redevelopment grant improving Chisholm neighborhoods1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Feb. 17 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Taconite Area Community Relief grant assists 17 businesses in Eveleth</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Gilbert Campground expansion brings tourism revenue to northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Chisholm uses Residential Redevelopment grant to improve neighborhoods</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Comprehensive tri-county map developed for ATV and snowmobile riding</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grant opportunity to strengthen northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2c05527" target="_blank">The Ranger - Feb. 17, 2021</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4685612021-02-17T23:00:45ZNews640News347130Highlighting a new environmental lab in Hibbing, COVID relief grants that are helping Itasca County businesses, a tourism video mapping project in Grand Rapids and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2021-02-03T23:15:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-467162" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-02-03T23:15:00ZHighlighting a new environmental lab in Hibbing, COVID relief grants that are helping Itasca County businesses, a tourism video mapping project in Grand Rapids and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Feb. 3 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New environmental lab diversifies Iron Range economy</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Taconite Area Community Relief grant assists 10 businesses in Itasca County</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grand Rapids uses video mapping to boost tourism</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grant opportunity to strengthen northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Share your voice in northeastern Minnesota’s economic development strategy</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2bddc43" target="_blank">The Ranger - Feb. 3, 2021</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4671622021-02-03T23:46:46ZNews640News347130Featuring grant impacts in Hibbing, Student Connect program, housing counseling and virtual child care career fairIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark PhillipsTaconite Area Community Relief granteng2021-01-20T22:20:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-463722" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-01-20T22:20:00ZFeaturing grant impacts in Hibbing, Student Connect program, housing counseling and virtual child care career fair1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Jan. 20 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Taconite Area Community Relief grant assists 10 businesses in Hibbing</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grants helped small business expansion in downtown Hibbing</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Broadband success in Hibbing</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* NORTHFORCE virtual series connects local employers with region’s students</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Housing counseling available to area residents</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Virtual career fair: child care focus</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2b66f24" target="_blank">The Ranger - Jan. 20, 2021</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4637222021-01-20T22:37:14ZNews640NewsMeeting will be held via Zoom.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)eng2021-01-12T18:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-462822" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-01-12T18:00:00ZMeeting will be held via Zoom.1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);">A meeting of the Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board will be held on Friday, Jan. 15 at 2 p.m.</p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);"><br /></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">In accordance with Governor Walz’s Executive Order 20-01 and due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the meeting will not be held at a physical location but rather via Zoom and live-streamed through YouTube as authorized by MN Statute 13D.021.</span></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><br /></span></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Access to view the meeting will be posted on the Department of Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation’s website at</span> <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/irrrboard/board-meetings.jsp" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11pt;">https://mn.gov/irrrb/irrrboard/board-meetings.jsp</a></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);"><br /></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">AGENDA</span></p> <p class="x_MsoListParagraph" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt 0.5in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30); text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">1.<span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">       </span></span>Roll Call</p> <p class="x_MsoListParagraph" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt 0.5in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30); text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">2.<span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">       </span></span>Election of Chair and Vice Chair</p> <p class="x_MsoListParagraph" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt 0.5in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30); text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="margin: 0px; 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font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30); text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">5.<span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">       </span></span>FY21 Budget Amendment</p> <p class="x_MsoListParagraph" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt 0.5in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30); text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">6.<span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">       </span></span>Northeast Technical Services, Inc.</p> <p class="x_MsoListParagraph" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt 0.5in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30); text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">7.<span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">       </span></span>TEDF Projects</p> <p class="x_MsoListParagraph" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt 0.5in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30); text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">8.<span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">       </span></span>FY21 Development &amp; Community Infrastructure Projects</p> <p class="x_MsoListParagraph" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt 0.5in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30); text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">9.<span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">       </span></span>FY21 Regional Trails Projects</p> <p class="x_MsoListParagraph" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt 0.5in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30); text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">10.<span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">   </span></span>Other</p> <p class="x_MsoListParagraph" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt 0.5in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30); text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">11.<span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">   </span></span>Adjournment</p> <p class="x_MsoListParagraph" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt 0.5in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30); text-indent: -0.25in;"><br /></p> <div><span style="color: rgb(32, 31, 30); font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">The meeting packet is available on our website at </span><a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/irrrboard/board-meetings.jsp" target="_blank"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">https://mn.gov/irrrb/irrrboard/board-meetings.jsp</span></font></a></div> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);"> </p> </div> </div>4628222021-01-12T18:26:04ZNews640News347130Highlighting broadband projects in Chisholm and Balkan, dentist loan forgiveness program recipients, skilled trades workforce training and more IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark PhillipsChisholm, Minnesota broadbandBalkan Township, Minnesota broadbandMartha Mordini Rukavina Loan Forgiveness ProgramNortheast Higher Education District (NHED) skilled trades trainingAdvanced MinnesotaZakobeCo-active CoachingBrownfields Basicseng2021-01-07T18:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-462307" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2021-01-07T18:00:00ZHighlighting broadband projects in Chisholm and Balkan, dentist loan forgiveness program recipients, skilled trades workforce training and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Jan. 7 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Broadband successes in the Chisholm-Balkan area</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Dentist loan forgiveness program strengthens region’s health care and economy</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Improving the skilled trades workforce in northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Executive and professional coaching for local business owners and managers</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* NOAH creates greater access for rental property entrepreneurs</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Virtual Brownfield Basics course offered</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2b192de" target="_blank">The Ranger - Jan. 7, 2021</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4623072021-01-07T22:38:50ZNews640News347130Featuring area community college consolidation plans, COVID relief grants to Ely businesses, Canelake's Candies' expansion and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe Rangereng2020-12-16T23:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-458532" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-12-16T23:00:00ZFeaturing area community college consolidation plans, COVID relief grants to Ely businesses, Canelake's Candies' expansion and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Dec. 16 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * Five area community colleges consolidating into one accredited system</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Taconite Area Community Relief grant assists four businesses in Ely</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Canelake’s Candies expanding, doubling in size on main street Virginia</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* “Hello Iron Range” website recruits workforce</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* We welcome a new Tribal Liaison</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Giants Ridge open for the winter sports season</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2afc700" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2b19be2" target="_blank">The Ranger - Dec. 16, 2020</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4585322020-12-17T16:56:29ZNews640News347130Highlighting MDI's expansion in Grand Rapids, new child care center in Silver Bay, the EMPOWER skilled trades program for women and more IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark PhillipsMDILittle Mariners, Silver BayEMPOWER programArrowhead Intelligent Communitieseng2020-12-02T23:45:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-457103" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-12-02T23:45:00ZHighlighting MDI's expansion in Grand Rapids, new child care center in Silver Bay, the EMPOWER skilled trades program for women and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Dec. 2 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* MDI expanding in Grand Rapids, adding 75 jobs over next decade</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New child care center opens in Silver Bay</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Empowering women of northeastern Minnesota through the skilled trades</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Solving regional issues: The next step in advancing broadband in northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2af06bc" target="_blank">The Ranger - Dec. 2, 2020</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4571032020-12-03T00:05:59ZNews640News347130Featuring COVID relief grants to Grand Rapids businesses, regional trail grants and downtown improvement grants in Ely and VirginiaIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark PhillipsTaconite Area Community Relief grants in Grand RapidsLake Country Furniture, Grand RapidsNorthern Lakes Dental, Grand RapidsIron Range Tourism Bureautrails grantsLa Cocina & Cantina, Virginia Ahrens Thompson Realty & Insurance, Virginiaeng2020-11-18T23:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-450595" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-11-18T23:00:00ZFeaturing COVID relief grants to Grand Rapids businesses, regional trail grants and downtown improvement grants in Ely and Virginia1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Nov. 18 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Taconite Area Community Relief grant assists 25 businesses in Grand Rapids</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grants awarded to trail projects across the region</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Downtown Streetscapes grant improves region’s cities</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Two businesses in Virginia received funding through a downtown redevelopment plan</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2aa862a" target="_blank">The Ranger - Nov. 18, 2020</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4505952020-11-19T15:42:09ZNews640News347130Highlighting new Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility & Wellness Center, COVID relief grants to Babbitt businesses and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe Rangereng2020-11-05T23:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-452613" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-11-05T23:00:00ZHighlighting new Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility & Wellness Center, COVID relief grants to Babbitt businesses and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Nov. 5 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * New Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility &amp; Wellness Center under construction (Pictured)</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Taconite Area Community Relief grant assists eight businesses in Babbitt</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Downtown Building Rehabilitation grant helps transform vacant building into lodging facility</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Culture &amp; Tourism grants awarded </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* State of Minnesota Veterans Day event to go virtual</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2a9be82" target="_blank">The Ranger - Nov. 5, 2020</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4526132020-11-06T13:58:11ZNews640News347130Featuring the change of ownership at Bear Island Surveying in Ely, Harbor Freight's opening in Virginia, a new Sax-Zim Bog boardwalk and cross-country bike trails at Giants RidgeIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2020-10-21T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-502050" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-10-21T22:00:00ZFeaturing the change of ownership at Bear Island Surveying, Harbor Freight's opening in Virginia, a new Sax-Zim Bog boardwalk and cross-country bike trails at Giants Ridge1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Oct. 21 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Bear Island Surveying used business planning services for successful change of ownership</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Harbor Freight is newest commercial retailer at Uptown Virginia</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New boardwalk through Iron Range wildlife habitat</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Cross-country bike trails being built at Giants Ridge</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2a69879">The Ranger - Oct. 21, 2020</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />5020502021-10-07T20:37:14ZNews640News347130Highlighting Ruth's Vegetarian Gourmet's expansion, Business Energy Retrofit improvements at Natural Harvest Food Co-op, Sugar Shack's retail storefront and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerRuth's Vegetarian Gourmet, Two HarborsBusiness Energy Retrofit improvements at Natural Harvest Food Co-op, Virginia Sugar Shack, Virginiaeng2020-10-07T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-449459" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-10-07T22:30:00ZHighlighting Ruth's Vegetarian Gourmet's expansion, Business Energy Retrofit improvements at Natural Harvest Food Co-op, Sugar Shack's retail storefront and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Oct. 7 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Ruth’s Vegetarian Gourmet expands into retail markets across the nation </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Business Energy Retrofit grant provides solar power to local food store</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Sugar Shack bakery used business planning services for successful startup</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Two businesses in Virginia received funding through a downtown redevelopment plan</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* 50 businesses received COVID-19 relief loans, positively impacting over 600 jobs in northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2a344a4" target="_blank">The Ranger - Oct. 7, 2020</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4494592020-10-07T23:36:39ZNews640NewsMeeting begins at 3 p.m. IRRRB IRRR Board Meetingeng2020-10-06T19:35:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-449333" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-10-06T19:30:00ZMeeting begins at 3 p.m. 1047<p style="font-size: 14pt;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Click <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzGVHj8EGqDgezNj7hJnlrA/featured" target="_blank">here</a> to watch the Oct. 6, 2020, Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) meeting. </p>4493332020-10-06T19:39:54ZNews640NewsMeeting will be held via Zoom.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)eng2020-10-01T17:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-449012" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-10-01T17:00:00ZMeeting will be held via Zoom.1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);">A special meeting of the Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board will be held using Zoom teleconference technology on Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2020, beginning at 3 p.m.</p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);"> </p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);">In accordance with Gov. Walz’s Executive Order 20-01 and due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the meeting will not be held at a physical location but rather via Zoom and live-streamed through YouTube as authorized by MN Statute 13D.021. Access to view the meeting will be posted on our website. <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; color: rgb(149, 79, 114);">MN.GOV/IRRRB</a></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);"> </p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30); text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Agenda</strong></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);"><span style="color: inherit; font: inherit; text-indent: -0.25in; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">1)<span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">      </span></span><span style="font-size: 11pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">Call to Order</span></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt 0.25in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30); text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">2)<span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">      </span></span>Roll Call</p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt 0.25in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30); text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">3)<span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">      </span></span>Approval of June 10, 2020, Minutes</p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt 0.25in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30); text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">4)<span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">      </span></span>Commissioner’s Comments</p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt 0.25in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30); text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">5)<span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">      </span></span>FY21 Development, Community and Broadband Infrastructure Projects</p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt 0.25in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30); text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">6)<span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">      </span></span>FY21 Regional Trails Grants</p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt 0.25in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30); text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">7)<span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">      </span></span>Other</p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt 0.25in; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30); text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">8)<span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">      </span></span>Adjournment</p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);"> </p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);">A board packet will be available on our website <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; color: rgb(149, 79, 114);">https://mn.gov/irrrb/</a> on Friday, Oct. 2.</p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 11pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);" /> </div> </div>4490122020-10-01T19:00:43ZNews640News347130Featuring Superior Nano's new equipment, S&S Meats' upgrades, COVID-19 relief in northeastern Minnesota and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark PhillipsTaconite Area Business Relief Loan ProgramSuperior NanoS&S MeatsNortheast Minnesota Office of Job Training job faireng2020-09-23T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-448213" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-09-23T22:30:00ZFeaturing Superior Nano's new equipment, S&S Meats' upgrades, COVID-19 relief in northeastern Minnesota and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Sept. 23 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Superior Nano takes its technology to commercial scale with new equipment</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Business Energy Retrofit grant improves butcher shop in Grand Rapids</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Businesses, banks and credit unions collaborated for COVID-19 relief in northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Employers and colleges invited to participate in upcoming virtual job fair </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grant deadlines approaching </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Make a difference with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2a09220" target="_blank">The Ranger - Sept. 23, 2020</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4482132020-09-24T05:35:30ZNews640News347130Highlighting Business Energy Retrofit improvements at Deerwood Technologies, infrastructure upgrades on Midway Drive, new elementary schools in Grand Rapids school district and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerBusiness Energy Retrofit grantDeerwood Technologieseng2020-09-09T21:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-444282" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-09-09T21:00:00ZHighlighting Business Energy Retrofit improvements at Deerwood Technologies, infrastructure upgrades on Midway Drive, new elementary schools in Grand Rapids school district and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Sept. 9 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Business Energy Retrofit grant improves IT security business office in Deerwood</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Midway Drive: Infrastructure supports school, business and residential</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grand Rapids school district opens new elementary schools</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Make a difference with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Fix Up home improvement loan for northeastern Minnesota homeowners</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/29cd7d6" target="_blank">The Ranger - Sept. 9, 2020</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4442822020-09-09T21:08:00ZNews640News347130Featuring $900,000 in COVID-19 relief loans, mineland reclamation in Buhl, a new fire hall in Kelsey Township and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark PhillipsTaconite Area Business Relief Loan ProgramMineland reclamationJudson Mine LakeKelsey Townshipeng2020-08-19T21:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-444280" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-08-19T21:30:00ZFeaturing $900,000 in COVID-19 relief loans, mineland reclamation in Buhl, a new fire hall in Kelsey Township and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Aug. 19 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* $900,000 in COVID-19 relief loans received by 23 businesses in northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Mineland reclamation in Buhl improved outdoor recreation</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Kelsey Township constructs new fire hall</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* REMINDER: Grant opportunities to strengthen northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/29ad78e" target="_blank">The Ranger - Aug. 19, 2020</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4442802020-08-20T13:49:29ZNews640News347130Highlighting the Split Rock Wild mountain bike trail, a Business Energy Retrofit grant to a local lodging property, broadband grants and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerSplit Rock Wild mountain bike trailBusiness Energy Retrofit grantbroadband grantseng2020-08-05T21:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-443080" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-08-05T21:30:00ZHighlighting the Split Rock Wild mountain bike trail, a Business Energy Retrofit grant to a local lodging property, broadband grants and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Aug. 5 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">*  Split Rock Wild mountain bike trail anticipates high usage and economic impact </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Business Energy Retrofit grant provides solar power to local lodging</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grants available to ramp up broadband in northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Ely makes chamber and visitor center handicap accessible</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Home improvement finance option for low-income homeowners in northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grant opportunities to strengthen northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank" /><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/296e0e4" target="_blank">The Ranger - Aug. 5, 2020</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4430802020-08-07T04:43:24ZNews640NewsBusiness loan funds still availableIron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Commissioner Mark PhillipsTaconite Area COVID-19 relief fundingeng2020-07-31T18:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-442480" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-07-31T18:30:00ZBusiness loan funds still available1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <p align="left" style="line-height: 1.4; margin-bottom: 10px;"><font color="#000000" face="Calibri, Candara, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 16px;"><img src="/irrrb/assets/thumbnail_COVID%20Com%20Grant%20Sq_tcm1047-442493.jpg" title="Taconite Area COVID Relief Community Grant Program" alt="Taconite Area COVID Relief Community Grant Program" style="float: right; width: 300px; height: 256px;" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="Taconite Area COVID Relief Community Grant Program" /></span></font></p> <p align="left" style="line-height: 1.4; margin-bottom: 10px;"><font color="#000000" face="Calibri, Candara, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 16px;">Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation last week awarded $2 million in grants to communities across the region that have been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.</span></font></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="margin-left: 40px;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol">·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">   </span></span> City of Hibbing: $400,000.</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left: 40px;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol">·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">   </span></span> Cook County/Grand Marais EDA: $250,000.</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left: 40px;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol">·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">   </span></span> City of Grand Rapids: $200,000.</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left: 40px;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol">·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">   </span></span> <span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri; color:black;mso-bidi-language:AR-SA">Itasca Economic Development Corporation/Greater Itasca County:</span> $200,000.</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left: 40px;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol">·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">   </span></span> City of Virginia: $200,000.</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left: 40px;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol">·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">   </span></span> City of Eveleth: $200,000.</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left: 40px;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol">·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">   </span></span> <span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri; color:black;mso-bidi-language:AR-SA">East Range Joint Powers Board/Cities of Aurora, Biwabik, Hoyt Lakes and Town of White: $150,000.</span></p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left: 40px;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol">·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">   </span></span> City of Chisholm: $125,000.</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left: 40px;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol">·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">   </span></span> City of Ely: $125,000.</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left: 40px;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol">·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">   </span></span> City of Silver Bay: $50,000.</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle" style="margin-left: 40px;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol">·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">   </span></span> City of Babbitt: $50,000.</p> <p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast" style="margin-left: 40px;"><!--[if !supportLists]--><span style="font-family:Symbol;mso-fareast-font-family:Symbol;mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol">·<span style="font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 7pt; line-height: normal; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;">   </span></span><span style="mso-bidi-font-family:Calibri; color:black;mso-bidi-language:AR-SA">Tower Economic Development Authority/City of Tower: $50,000.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Cities, townships and tribal units of government located within the <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/about-us/who-we-serve/">Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation service area</a> were eligible to apply for the <a name="_Hlk46223714" /><a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/assets/Taconite%20Area%20Community%20Relief%20Grant%20Guidelines_tcm1047-435575.pdf" target="_blank"><strong>Taconite Area Community Relief Grant Program</strong></a> that was established last month by a unanimous vote of the agency’s Board. Twelve applications were received, and all were funded at various levels with financial participation from each community.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">“The COVID-19 relief program enables the communities to utilize the resources locally as they best see fit,” said Matt Sjoberg, Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation executive director of development. “The grant will serve as a lending program from the community to the businesses for small or large loans. The communities then retain the loan repayments for future economic development purposes.”</p> <p class="MsoNormal">According to John Tourville of the Hibbing Economic Development Authority, Hibbing is providing loans to help sustain the community’s businesses during the current stressful and uncertain economic times. The city recently added $500,000 to help re-capitalize its existing loan program. With $400,000 from the Taconite Area Community Relief Grant, Hibbing will offer a total of $850,000 in financial assistance through low to no interest loans to Hibbing businesses negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">The city of Eveleth is using a similar approach to help its businesses. City Administrator Jackie Monahan-Junek explained that the city had its own COVID-19 relief funding in place and used it as matching funds to secure the additional relief funding from Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">“The businesses located within our city are central to our community and our residents. We all rely on them for the many goods and services they provide,” said Monahan-Junek. “When the Taconite Area Community Relief Program became available, our city acted quickly to apply for and leverage its own funding in order to provide the biggest financial impact to our businesses. It is so critical that we support them now and give them access to as many resources as possible as we press through this difficult time.”</p> <p class="MsoNormal">T<img src="/irrrb/assets/thumbnail_COVID%20Bus%20Loan%20Sq%20%281%29_tcm1047-442492.jpg" title="Taconite Area COVID Relief Business Loan Program" alt="Taconite Area COVID Relief Business Loan Program" style="float: left; width: 300px; height: 250px;" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="Taconite Area COVID Relief Business Loan Program" />he agency also funded the <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/assets/Taconite%20Area%20Business%20Relief%20Loan%20Guidelines_tcm1047-435115.pdf" target="_blank"><strong>Taconite Area Business Relief Loan Program</strong></a> at $5 million. Local businesses that have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic are eligible to apply for 2% interest loans of up to $40,000 to be used as working capital or any legal purposes. No repayment on the loans will be due for the first six months, followed by 60 payments of principal and interest. Applicants must intend to re-open if currently closed due to the pandemic.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><a href="https://www.entrepreneurfund.org/" target="_blank">The Entrepreneur Fund</a> is administering the <strong>Business Relief Program</strong>. Over 100 businesses have inquired, $2 of the $5 million has been approved for lending, and funds are still available. It is anticipated that when completed, approximately 200 local businesses could receive a low-interest loan. Click <a href="https://blog.entrepreneurfund.org/announcing-the-launch-of-the-tabrlp" target="_blank">here</a> for details.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">“The response to both the community and business relief programs has been tremendously strong,” said Mark Phillips, Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation commissioner. “COVID-19 has created extraordinary challenges to businesses and communities in northeastern Minnesota. Businesses have been disrupted on a financial level, on a supply and demand level and on a workforce level due to the need for social distancing. Our agency is committed to assisting the region through its long-term recovery.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">”For more information on the<span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Calibri, Candara, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"> </span><strong>Taconite Area Community Relief Grant Program</strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Calibri, Candara, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"> </span>or<span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Calibri, Candara, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"> </span><strong>Business Relief Loan Program</strong><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Calibri, Candara, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"> </span><a href="mailto:matt.sjoberg@state.mn.us">email Matt Sjoberg</a><span style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: Calibri, Candara, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;"> </span>or call him at 218-735-3037.</p> <div class="x_govd_hr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1; font-family: &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Web (West European)&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, sans-serif; vertical-align: baseline; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);" /> </div> </div>4424802020-07-31T18:48:04ZNews640News347130Featuring mineland reclamation projects, the city of Orr's bog walk, a new COVID-19 Housing Assistance Program and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark PhillipsMineland reclamationOrr bog walkCOVID-19 Housing Assistance ProgramGrant opportunitiesVoting information Minnesota Secretary of Stateeng2020-07-15T21:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-440598" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-07-15T21:30:00ZFeaturing mineland reclamation projects, the city of Orr's bog walk, a new COVID-19 Housing Assistance Program and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The July 15 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Mineland reclamation in Great Scott Township improves water recreation (pictured)</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Mineland reclamation between Virginia and Thunderbird Mine provides beauty and safety</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* City of Orr will rebuild its popular bog walk</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* COVID-19 Housing Assistance Program accepting applications</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* REMINDER: Grant opportunities to strengthen northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Voting information available</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/29578e0" target="_blank">The Ranger - July 15, 2020</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4405982020-07-16T16:25:04ZNews640News347130Highlighting Virginia's Downtown Redevelopment Grant Program, Hoyt Lakes' community marquee, the lift-served bike park at Giants Ridge and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerVirginia Downtown Redevelopment Grant ProgramHoyt Lakes marqueeGiants Ridge lift-served bike parkeng2020-07-01T23:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-438982" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-07-01T23:00:00ZHighlighting Virginia's Downtown Redevelopment Grant Program, Hoyt Lakes' community marquee, the lift-served bike park at Giants Ridge and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The July 1 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Businesses in Virginia to receive funding through a downtown redevelopment plan</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Hoyt Lakes adds new community marquee</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Midwest’s largest lift-served bike park underway at Giants Ridge</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grant opportunities to strengthen northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Deadline TOMORROW: Apply for the Small Business Relief Grant Program</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/293b97f" target="_blank">The Ranger - July 1, 2020</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4389822020-07-02T14:35:42ZNews640News347130Featuring demolition of Ewens Athletic Complex which paves the way for the new Miners Event & Convention Center, renovations at MacRostie Art Center, upgrades to Orr's Tourist Information Center, COVID-19 relief funding for businesses and communities and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationCommissioner Mark PhillipsThe RangerMiners Event & Convention CenterMacRostie Art CenterOrr's Tourist Information CenterCOVID-19 relief fundingeng2020-06-17T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-436590" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-06-17T22:30:00ZFeaturing demolition of Ewens Athletic Complex which paves the way for the new Miners Event & Convention Center, renovations at MacRostie Art Center, upgrades to Orr's Tourist Information Center, COVID-19 relief funding for businesses and communities and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The June 17 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* First phase of demolition paves way for new event center in city of Virginia (pictured)</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* MacRostie Art Center renovates gallery space</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Upgrades at Orr’s entryway improve community’s first impression to thousands of tourists</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* $7 million in COVID-19 relief funding available to businesses and communities in northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Internet survey available for Laurentian, East Range and Tower areas</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2916d40" target="_blank">The Ranger - June 17, 2020</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4365902020-06-18T15:26:54ZNews640NewsFunding approved at June 10 Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board meetingIron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Commissioner Mark PhillipsCOVID-19 relief fundingeng2020-06-10T17:00:00Z2020-06-10T17:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-435457" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-06-10T17:00:00ZFunding approved at June 10 Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Board meeting1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <p align="left" style="line-height: 1.4; font-family: Calibri, Candara, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 10px;"><strong><img src="/irrrb/assets/IRB%20Region%202-color%20copy_tcm1047-435464.jpg" title="IRB Region 2-color copy" alt="IRB Region 2-color copy" style="float: right; width: 450px; height: 329px;" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="IRB Region 2-color copy" />Eveleth, MN</strong>: Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation made $7 million in loan and grant funding available to area businesses and communities that have been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The agency’s board voted unanimously at its June 10 meeting to approve the two new programs as part of the FY21 budget.</p> <p align="left" style="line-height: 1.4; font-family: Calibri, Candara, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 10px;"><strong>Taconite Area Business Relief Loan Program:</strong></p> <p align="left" style="line-height: 1.4; font-family: Calibri, Candara, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 10px;">Businesses located within the <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/about-us/who-we-serve/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;">Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation service area</a> are eligible to apply for 2% interest loans of up to $40,000 to be used as working capital or any legal purposes. No repayment on the loans will be due for the first six months, followed by 60 payments of principal and interest. Eligible businesses must have been in operation for at least one year and operating on March 1, 2020. Applicants must intend to re-open if currently closed due to the pandemic. It is anticipated that this program could assist approximately 200 local businesses.</p> <p align="left" style="line-height: 1.4; font-family: Calibri, Candara, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 10px;">“Our agency is committed to helping our region’s businesses navigate through the financial impacts of the public health crisis,” said Mark Phillips, Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation commissioner. “The Taconite Relief Loans are intended to supplement other state and federal relief programs as we move through the short- and long-term economic recovery phases.”</p> <p align="left" style="line-height: 1.4; font-family: Calibri, Candara, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 10px;">Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation funded the loan program at $5 million. <a href="https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.entrepreneurfund.org%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7CAlison.Perry%40state.mn.us%7C3c25f37bc3a742dc1e2d08d80d5a1550%7Ceb14b04624c445198f26b89c2159828c%7C0%7C0%7C637274027841298219&amp;sdata=5BbyCN0S9Itxz8yLjTKbcxu%2FCB%2Buv0iqheOmTh%2BU6cU%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" title="Original URL: https://www.entrepreneurfund.org/. Click or tap if you trust this link." style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;">The Entrepreneur Fund</a> will administer the program. Click <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/assets/Taconite%20Area%20Business%20Relief%20Loan%20Guidelines_tcm1047-435115.pdf" target="_blank">here</a> to view the loan guidelines.</p> <p align="left" style="line-height: 1.4; font-family: Calibri, Candara, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 10px;"><strong>Taconite Area Community Relief Grant Program:</strong></p> <p align="left" style="line-height: 1.4; font-family: Calibri, Candara, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 10px;">Cities, townships or tribal units of government located within the <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/about-us/who-we-serve/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; word-break: break-word;">Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation service area</a> are eligible to apply for a grant that serves as a lending program to businesses within that community. EDAs, HRAs, joint powers boards and community nonprofits are eligible to apply as a community’s fiscal agent. Grant applications will be competitively evaluated, and awards to communities could range from $50,000 to $400,000. Applications will be accepted June 11 through July 6, 2020.</p> <p align="left" style="line-height: 1.4; font-family: Calibri, Candara, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 10px;">“COVID-19 has created extraordinary challenges to businesses and communities in northeastern Minnesota. Their operations have been disrupted on a financial level, on a supply and demand level and on a workforce level due to the need for social distancing,” said Phillips. “The new community relief program enables businesses to work directly with their community to structure loans for small or larger amounts. Community lending programs help strengthen the business and neighborhood health within a designated municipality or tribal area.”</p> <div class="x_govd_hr" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1; font-family: &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI Web (West European)&quot;, &quot;Segoe UI&quot;, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, sans-serif; vertical-align: baseline; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);"> <p align="left" style="font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; line-height: 1.4; font-family: Calibri, Candara, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 16px; text-align: left; margin: 0px 0px 10px;">Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation funded the community grant program at $2 million. Click <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/assets/Taconite%20Area%20Community%20Relief%20Grant%20Guidelines_tcm1047-435575.pdf" target="_blank">here</a> to view the grant guidelines and eligibility criteria.</p> </div> </div> </div>4354572020-06-18T15:28:52ZNews640NewsMeeting begins at 10 a.m. IRRRB IRRR Board Meetingeng2020-06-10T14:45:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-435405" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-06-10T14:45:00ZMeeting begins at 10 a.m. 1047<p style="font-size: 14pt;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Click <a href="http://ow.ly/UbAE30qOt2M" target="_blank">here</a> to watch the June 10, 2020, Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) meeting. </p>4354052020-06-10T14:51:38ZNews640NewsMeeting will be held via Zoom.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)eng2020-06-05T15:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-434840" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-06-05T15:00:00ZMeeting will be held via Zoom.1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">A special meeting of the Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board will be held using ZOOM teleconference technology on Wednesday, June 10, 2020 beginning at 10:00 a.m.</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;"><br /></span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; color: rgb(32, 31, 30); font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">In accordance with Governor Walz’s Executive Order 20-01 and due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the meeting will not be held at a physical location but rather via ZOOM and live-streamed through YouTube as authorized by MN Statute 13D.021. Access to view the meeting will be posted on our website. MN.GOV/IRRRB</span></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; color: rgb(32, 31, 30); font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><br /></span></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; color: rgb(32, 31, 30); font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Agenda</span></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; color: rgb(32, 31, 30); font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;"><br /></span></p> <ol> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; color: rgb(32, 31, 30); font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Call to Order</span></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">Roll Call</span></font></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">Approval of March 18, 2020, Minutes </span></font></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">Commissioner’s Comments</span></font></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">FY20 Development, Community and Broadband Infrastructure Projects</span></font></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">Way of the Warriors Film Production Project</span></font></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">FY20 Trails Projects</span></font></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">Iron Range Higher Education Account</span></font></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">Giants Ridge Recreation Area Tax – Use of Proceeds</span></font></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">FY21 Budget</span></font></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">Other</span></font></li> <li style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">Adjournment</span></font></li> </ol> <div><span style="color: rgb(32, 31, 30); font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14.6667px;">A board packet will be available on our website</span> <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 14.6667px; line-height: inherit; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; vertical-align: baseline; color: rgb(149, 79, 114);">https://mn.gov/irrrb/</a><span style="color: rgb(32, 31, 30); font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14.6667px;"> on Monday, June 8.</span></div> <div><span style="color: rgb(32, 31, 30); font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14.6667px;" /></div> </div> </div>4348402020-06-05T15:54:01ZNews640News347130Highlighting Nelson Wood Shims, the new Redhead Mountain Bike Trail, broadband projects advancing public safety and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerNelson Wood ShimsRedhead Mountain Bike Traileng2020-06-04T00:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-434791" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-06-04T00:30:00ZHighlighting Nelson Wood Shims, the new Redhead Mountain Bike Trail, broadband projects advancing public safety and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The June 3 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Nelson Wood Shims is now a 100% employee-owned company</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Redhead Mountain Bike Trail transformed an inactive mine pit into an outdoor destination</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* East Range utilizes broadband to improve emergency services</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Fairview Range adds iPads to ambulances and emergency vehicles</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Culture &amp; Tourism grants awarded</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Opportunity zones virtual workshop set for June 9</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/28ca3e3" target="_blank">The Ranger - June 3, 2020</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4347912020-06-04T19:34:03ZNews640News347130Featuring the Iron Range's Open for Business Pledge, construction of a pass through park in Virginia, a new entry sign in Babbitt and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCOVID-19Iron Range Open for Business PledgeVirginia pass through parkBabbitt entry signCulture & Tourism grantsMDVA virtual Memorial Day programeng2020-05-20T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-432938" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-05-20T22:30:00ZFeaturing the Iron Range's Open for Business Pledge, construction of a pass through park in Virginia, a new entry sign in Babbitt and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The May 20 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Iron Range businesses pledge public health safety as they reopen for business</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Virginia building a downtown pass through park</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Babbitt adds new entry sign to its community</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Culture &amp; Tourism grants awarded</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* MDVA sponsoring virtual Memorial Day program</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/28c2bbd" target="_blank">The Ranger - May 20, 2020</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4329382020-05-20T23:18:19ZNews640News347130Highlighting Small Business Relief Fund grants, TechTank's assistance for small local businesses, Northland Connection's new web-based tools that provide regional economic data and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerSmall Business Relief FundTechTank of HibbingNorthland Connection#IronRangeStrongeng2020-05-08T21:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-431398" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-05-08T21:00:00ZHighlighting Small Business Relief Fund grants, TechTank's assistance for small local businesses, Northland Connection's new web-based tools that provide regional economic data and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The May 8 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* $5,000 relief grants opening Tuesday to region’s small businesses</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* TechTank of Hibbing helping small local businesses during COVID-19</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Northland Connection provides regional economic data</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Assistance for nonprofits during COVID-19</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* #IronRangeStrong t-shirt fundraiser benefits small businesses</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/289e5bb" target="_blank">The Ranger - May 8, 2020</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4313982020-05-08T21:45:16ZNews640News347130Featuring Zup's Food Market's reopening in Cook, Giants Ridge's May 1 opening date, emergency food support in northeastern Minnesota during COVID-19 and the American Legion's COVID-19 impact surveyIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCOVID-19#StayHomeMNZup's Food MarketGiants Ridgeemergency food supporteng2020-04-24T20:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-429812" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-04-24T20:30:00ZFeaturing Zup's Food Market's reopening in Cook, Giants Ridge's May 1 opening date, emergency food support in northeastern Minnesota during COVID-19 and the American Legion's COVID-19 impact survey1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The April 24 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grocery store scheduled to reopen and provide an essential service in Cook</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Giants Ridge opening May 1, Golf Digest honors it as one of the Midwest’s best</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Emergency food support in northeastern Minnesota during COVID-19</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* American Legion launches COVID-19 impact survey</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/287abbc" target="_blank">The Ranger - April 24, 2020</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4298122020-04-24T21:27:17ZNews640News347130Highlighting Delta Air Lines' relocation to old MIB school to achieve social distancing for employees, broadband and technology allowing Hibbing area senior citizens to “age in place” and more IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerDelta Air Lineseng2020-04-17T01:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-427927" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-04-17T01:00:00ZHighlighting Delta Air Lines' relocation to old MIB school to achieve social distancing for employees, broadband and technology allowing Hibbing area senior citizens to “age in place” and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The April 16 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Delta Air Lines relocates to old MIB school to achieve social distancing for employees</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Broadband and technology allow Hibbing area senior citizens to “age in place”</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Unemployment benefits for northeastern Minnesotans impacted by COVID-19</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Iron Range restaurant “to go” website launched during COVID-19</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Take a one-minute speed test to help our region improve broadband</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/286990a" target="_blank">The Ranger - April 16, 2020</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4279272020-05-08T21:43:51ZNews640News347130Featuring a message from Commissioner Mark Phillips, a new child care center in Eveleth and the use of broadband to enable teleworking and distance learning in northeastern Minnesota during COVID-19IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCOVID-19#StayHomeMNeng2020-04-09T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-427924" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-04-09T22:30:00ZFeaturing a message from Commissioner Mark Phillips, a new child care center in Eveleth and the use of broadband to enable teleworking and distance learning in northeastern Minnesota during COVID-191047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The April 9 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Thank you, northeastern Minnesota businesses and communities</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New child care facility opens amidst pandemic</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Broadband enables work and learning to proceed in northeastern Minnesota during COVID-19</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Stay Home order is protecting communities in northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Financial relief grants for Minnesota Veterans impacted by COVID-19</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/285cdfb" target="_blank">The Ranger - April 9, 2020</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4279242020-04-13T15:24:30ZNews640News347130Highlighting Wintergreen's production of protective medical gear for COVID-19, Gov. Tim Walz's new COVID-19 data dashboard, emergency child care grants and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerLoan GuarantyCommissioner Mark PhillipsGov. Tim WalzEmergency child care grantsItasca Strongeng2020-04-03T20:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-426774" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-04-03T20:00:00ZHighlighting Wintergreen's production of protective medical gear for COVID-19, Gov. Tim Walz's new COVID-19 data dashboard, emergency child care grants and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The April 3 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Wintergreen producing protective medical gear for COVID-19</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Gov. Walz unveils COVID-19 data dashboard</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* We’re waiving the fee on our loan guaranty program to help local businesses</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Emergency child care grants available</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Itasca Strong: Grand Rapids area works together during COVID-19</p> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</span></div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2843bc0" target="_blank">The Ranger - April 3, 2020</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4267742020-04-05T15:30:18ZNews640News347130Featuring a variety of useful COVID-19 resources for businesses, communities and individuals.IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerGov. Tim WalzCOVID-19#StayHomeMNSBA disaster loans DEED emergency loan program eng2020-03-26T19:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-425029" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-03-26T19:30:00ZFeaturing a variety of useful COVID-19 resources for businesses, communities and individuals1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The March 26 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Stay Home, Stay Safe - News from the Governor's Office</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Minnesota small businesses now eligible for SBA disaster loans</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* DEED creates emergency loan program for Minnesota small businesses</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Additional resources for businesses and communities</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2832529" target="_blank">The Ranger - March 26, 2020</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4250292020-04-05T15:32:15ZNews640NewsMeeting will be held via conference call. Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)eng2020-03-13T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-423036" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-03-13T22:00:00ZMeeting will be held via conference call. 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;, serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 11pt; line-height: inherit; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">An Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, March 18, 2020, at 8:30 a.m. via conference call. </span></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;, serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 11pt; line-height: inherit; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;"><span style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, &quot;Helvetica Neue&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">The call in number is (888) 742-5095 and conference code is 9082068660.</span></span></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;, serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 11pt; line-height: inherit; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">The meeting packet will be available on our <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/irrrboard/board-meetings.jsp" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; color: purple;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font: inherit; vertical-align: baseline; color: rgb(5, 99, 193);">website</span></a> Monday morning. The agenda is listed below.</span></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;, serif; color: rgb(32, 31, 30);"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 11pt; line-height: inherit; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;"><br /></span></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt 0.8in;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">1. Roll Call</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt 0.8in;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">2. </span></font><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; color: rgb(32, 31, 30); font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">Approval of December 19, 2019, Minutes</span></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt 0.8in;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">3. Commissioner’s Comments</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt 0.8in;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">4. Iron Range School Consolidation and Cooperatively Operated School Account</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt 0.8in;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">5. AW Holdings, LLC/Hali-Brite</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt 0.8in;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">6. Dirty Dog Manufacturing, LLC</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt 0.8in;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">7. Cast Corporation</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt 0.8in;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">8. FY20 Community Infrastructure Projects</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt 0.8in;"><font color="#201F1E" face="Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px;">9. Other</span></font></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt 0.8in;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; color: rgb(32, 31, 30); font-family: Calibri, sans-serif;">10. Adjournment</span></p> <p class="x_MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt 0.8in;"> </p> </div> </div>4230362020-03-16T13:57:08ZNews640News347130Highlighting Midwest Aircraft Refinishing's expansion, the American Bear Association's expanded observation deck, Curl Mesabi's new equipment and more IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark PhillipsMidwest Aircraft RefinishingAmerican Bear AssociationCurl MesabiUSDA Rural Development eng2020-03-04T23:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-422828" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-03-04T23:30:00ZHighlighting Midwest Aircraft Refinishing's expansion, the American Bear Association's expanded observation deck, Curl Mesabi's new equipment and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The March 4 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Midwest Aircraft Refinishing doubles production capability with space expansion</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* American Bear Association continues wildlife tourism excellence</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Curl Mesabi continues recreation excellence with new equipment</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Enhancing livable communities: USDA can help low income people buy a home</p> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</span></div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/27dcf32" target="_blank">The Ranger -  March 4, 2020</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4228282020-03-12T19:53:30ZNews640News347130Featuring major broadband investments in northeastern Minnesota, USDA funding for essential home repairs and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark PhillipsbroadbandWhitney RidlonGov. Tim Walzeng2020-02-19T23:15:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-420716" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-02-19T23:15:00ZFeaturing major broadband investments in northeastern Minnesota, USDA funding for essential home repairs and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Feb. 19 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Rural broadband: an economic necessity, not a luxury</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Gov. Walz announces major broadband funding for northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Enhancing livable communities: USDA funding available to help with essential home repairs</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Culture &amp; Tourism grant application window opens March 2</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Join our team!</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/27b97ef" target="_blank">The Ranger -  Feb. 19, 2020</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4207162020-02-20T19:57:50ZNews640News347130Highlighting Hobby's Lobby's new retail store in Virginia, Breitung Township's remodeled and expanded community and essential services complex, Two Harbors Curling Club's new equipment and Culture & Tourism grant opportunities. IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark PhillipsHobby LobbyBreitung TownshipTwo Harbors Curling ClubCulture & Tourism grantseng2020-02-05T23:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-419536" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-02-05T23:30:00ZHighlighting Hobby's Lobby's new retail store in Virginia, Breitung Township's remodeled and expanded community and essential services complex, Two Harbors Curling Club's new equipment and Culture & Tourism grant opportunities. 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Feb. 5 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Hobby Lobby is newest commercial retailer at Thunderbird Mall</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Infrastructure grant to Breitung Township strengthens essential services</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Two Harbors Curling Club continues recreation excellence with new equipment</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grant opportunity to strengthen northeastern Minnesota</p> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</span></div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2788e5a" target="_blank">The Ranger -  Feb. 5, 2020</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4195362020-02-07T17:57:28ZNews640News347130Featuring new businesses in Grand Rapids, Sugar Hills improvements, new trails grooming equipment on the North Shore and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2020-01-22T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-416951" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-01-22T22:30:00ZFeaturing new businesses in Grand Rapids, Sugar Hills improvements, new trails grooming equipment on the North Shore and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Jan. 22 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Development Infrastructure grant supports two new businesses in Grand Rapids</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Sugar Hills ski trail improvements achieved through state, federal and private support</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* North Shore trails continue outdoor excellence with new grooming equipment</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Work for the Census</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Minnesota Foundations events set for Hermantown, Grand Rapids</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/27665d2" target="_blank">The Ranger -  Jan. 22, 2020</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4169512020-02-20T19:58:22ZNews640News347130Highlighting equipment upgrades at Range Cornice & Roofing, Roy Smith's reappointment to the Governor's Workforce Development Board, Regional Trails grant projects and more IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark PhillipsRange Cornice & RoofingRoy Smith, Governor's Workforce Development Boardeng2020-01-08T23:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-415761" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2020-01-08T23:30:00ZHighlighting equipment upgrades at Range Cornice & Roofing, Roy Smith's reappointment to the Governor's Workforce Development Board, Regional Trails grant projects and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Jan. 8 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Range Cornice &amp; Roofing increases production efficiencies with new equipment</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Smith reappointed to Governor's Workforce Development Board</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grand Rapids and Cohasset connected by new multi-use trail</p> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">* </span><font face="Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif">11 trails projects awarded grants  </font></div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><font face="Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif"><br /></font></div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><font face="Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif">* New Outdoor Recreation Task Force seeks applicants</font></div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><font face="Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif"><br /></font></div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</span></div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/27467b7" target="_blank">The Ranger -  Jan. 8, 2020</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4157612020-01-08T23:37:28ZNews640NewsMeeting begins at 11:30 a.m. IRRRB IRRR Board Meetingeng2019-12-19T16:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-413737" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2019-12-19T16:30:00ZMeeting begins at 11:30 a.m. 1047<p style="font-size: 14pt;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Click <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ksxff_jxw3U" target="_blank">here</a> to watch the Dec. 19, 2019, Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) meeting. </p>4137372019-12-19T17:25:48ZNews640NewsMeeting will be live streamed on IRRRB websiteIron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)IRRRB BudgetSwan Lease, LLC/Swan Machine, Inc.Northshore Business Centereng2016-06-09T21:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-413267" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2019-12-16T17:09:29ZMeeting will be live streamed on IRRRB website1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <p>An Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board Meeting has been scheduled for Thursday, December 19, 2019, at 11:30 a.m. at the agency's administration building in Eveleth, MN. Please see the meeting agenda below.  The IRRR Board meeting will be live streamed on Thursday and available on our <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/irrrboard/board-meetings.jsp">website</a>.</p> <p>The IRRR Board Meeting Packet will be available on our <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/irrrboard/board-meetings.jsp">website</a> tomorrow morning.  </p> <p>Agenda</p> <ol> <li>Roll Call</li> <li><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">Approval of September 9, 2019, Minutes</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">Commissioner’s Comments</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">HVAC Project and Facility Improvement Project</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">Stern Assembly, Inc.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">John Tanner Ott (Ely State Theatre)</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">Taconite Economic Development Fund (TEDF) Projects (</span>ArcelorMittal Minorca, Hibbing Taconite Company, Northshore Mining Company, United Taconite Mining Company, USS Keetac, USS Minntac)</li> <li>FY20 Development &amp; Community Infrastructure Projects</li> <li>FY20 Regional Trails Grants</li> <li>Iron Range Higher Education Account</li> <li>Iron Range School Consolidation and Cooperatively Operated School Account</li> <li>Other</li> <li>Adjournment</li> </ol> </div> </div>4132672019-12-16T17:09:50ZNews640News347130Featuring new co-working space in Hibbing, Commissioner Phillips' reappointment to the Center for Rural Policy and Development and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2019-12-12T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-413055" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2019-12-12T22:30:00ZFeaturing new co-working space in Hibbing, Commissioner Phillips' reappointment to the Center for Rural Policy and Development and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Dec. 12 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Entrepreneur opens Hibbing’s first co-working space</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Phillips reappointed to Center for Rural Policy and Development</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Mountain Iron-Buhl School Forest increases access through new pedestrian bridges</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Culture &amp; Tourism grants awarded</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2701bed" target="_blank">The Ranger -  Dec. 12, 2019</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4130552019-12-13T22:05:26ZNews640News347130Highlighting equipment modernization at Cast Corporation, new retail space in Ironton, residential lots for sale in Grand Rapids and more IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark PhillipsCast Corporationeng2019-11-20T23:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-411019" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2019-11-21T23:30:00ZHighlighting equipment modernization at Cast Corporation, new retail space in Ironton, residential lots for sale in Grand Rapids and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Nov. 20 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Cast Corporation remains competitive through equipment modernization</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Vacant bank building becoming new retail space in Ironton</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grand Rapids offers new residential lots for sale</p> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">* </span><font face="Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif">Business Energy Retrofit grant improves community’s image</font></div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><font face="Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif"><br /></font></div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</span></div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/26cfe93" target="_blank">The Ranger -  Nov. 20, 2019</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4110192019-11-21T16:36:05ZNews640News347130Featuring growth at Range Environmental Drilling in Hibbing; Dr. Brekke Hudelson, recipient of Rukavina dental loan forgiveness grant; a partnership among local ATV clubs and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2019-11-06T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-409693" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2019-11-06T22:30:00ZFeaturing growth at Range Environmental Drilling in Hibbing; Dr. Brekke Hudelson, recipient of Rukavina dental loan forgiveness grant; a partnership among local ATV clubs and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Nov. 6 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Range Environmental Drilling grows through equipment modernization</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Hibbing dentist receives Rukavina loan repayment funds</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Local ATV clubs working to create nation’s largest trail system</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Greenway area upgrades recreation arena</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grants help address community housing concerns</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/26969fb" target="_blank">The Ranger -  Nov. 6, 2019</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4096932019-11-06T22:55:13ZNews640News347130Highlighting the new Rapids Brewery Co., regional winners of the Opportunity Zones Challenge and more IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe Rangereng2019-10-16T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-407154" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2019-10-16T22:30:00ZHighlighting the new Rapids Brewery Co., regional winners of the Opportunity Zones Challenge and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Oct. 16 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* City of Grand Rapids uses Commercial Redevelopment grant to pave the way for a thriving downtown brewery</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Developments in Silver Bay win Opportunity Zones Challenge</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Northland Capital Management opens headquarters in Virginia</p> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">* </span><font face="Open Sans, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif">Ely adds mountain biking to its tourism industry</font></div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</span></div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/26404fd" target="_blank">The Ranger -  Oct. 16, 2019</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4071542019-10-16T22:33:58ZNews640News347130Featuring a new mountain bike trail on the North Shore, a new multi-use trail tunnel in Crosby, a Commercial Redevelopment success story in Virginia and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2019-10-02T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-406563" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2019-10-02T22:30:00ZFeaturing a new mountain bike trail on the North Shore, a new multi-use trail tunnel in Crosby, a Commercial Redevelopment success story in Virginia and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Oct. 2 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* North Shore’s Tofte and Lutsen connected by new mountain bike trail</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Multi-use trail tunnel added to Crosby’s biking landscape</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* City of Virginia uses Commercial Redevelopment grant to transform vacant building</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Downtown curb appeal enhanced across Iron Range with public art</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grand Rapids connects public art with economic vitality</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Minnesota Manufacturing Week is underway</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Reminder: Fundraising workshop set for Oct. 22 in Mountain Iron</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/26364f0" target="_blank">The Ranger -  Oct. 2, 2019</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4065632019-10-15T00:56:03ZNews640News347130Highlighting L&M Radiator in Hibbing, a Career Pathways pilot program on the West Range, broadband advancements on the East Range and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe Rangereng2019-09-18T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-406562" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2019-09-18T22:30:00ZHighlighting L&M Radiator in Hibbing, a Career Pathways pilot program on the West Range, broadband advancements on the East Range and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Sept. 18 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* L&amp;M Radiator invests heavily in its facility and its employees</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* West Range schools collaborate to introduce students to careers and cultivate region’s future workforce</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* East Range works to advance broadband</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grand Rapids recognized as one of the best cities to live in the U.S.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Fundraising workshop set for Oct. 22 in Mountain Iron</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Reminder: Grant deadlines approaching</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* On The Move - Gilbert</p> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</span></div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/25fe20a" target="_blank">The Ranger -  Sept. 18, 2019</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4065622019-10-15T00:47:27ZNews640NewsMeeting begins at 9 a.m. IRRRB IRRR Board Meetingeng2019-09-09T13:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-401864" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2019-09-09T13:00:00ZMeeting held at the Eveleth administration building.1047<p style="font-size: 14pt;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Click <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8FQG6v_xBDA" target="_blank">here</a> to watch the Sept. 9, 2019, Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) meeting. </p>4018642019-09-09T15:51:02ZNews640News347130Featuring a new ATV trail connector on the Iron Range, Ely's new wheel park, downtown public art in Chisholm and more IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2019-09-04T21:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-403504" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2019-09-04T21:30:00ZFeaturing a new ATV trail connector on the Iron Range, Ely's new wheel park, downtown public art in Chisholm and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Sept. 4 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New ATV trail connector could bring significant economic impact</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Ely expands recreation with new wheel park</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Chisholm beautifies its downtown with public art </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* On The Move - Eveleth </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/25cd32f" target="_blank">The Ranger -  Sept. 4, 2019</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />4035042019-10-15T00:39:29ZNews640News347130Highlighting upgrades at Gilbert's wastewater treatment facility, upcoming performances of the outdoor play "Nature" in Ely, grant opportunities and a listening session in Eveleth IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe Rangereng2019-08-21T19:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-399990" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2019-08-21T19:30:00ZHighlighting upgrades at Gilbert's wastewater treatment facility, upcoming performances of the outdoor play "Nature" in Ely, grant opportunities and a listening session in Eveleth 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Aug. 21 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Gilbert upgrades wastewater infrastructure with smart leveraging</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Outdoor play “Nature” starts tomorrow in Ely</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grant opportunities open to strengthen northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* On the Move - Eveleth</p> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"> If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</span></div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/25912ea" target="_blank">The Ranger -  Aug. 21, 2019</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3999902019-08-21T19:14:29ZNews640News347130Featuring American Peat Technology's equipment innovation, Dorothy Molter Museum's upgrades, new splash pads in Deerwood and Hibbing and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark PhillipsAmerican Peat TechnologyDorothy Molter MuseumDeerwood splash padHibbing splash padMN 2020 Census websiteeng2019-08-06T21:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-397377" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2019-08-06T21:30:00ZFeaturing American Peat Technology's equipment innovation, Dorothy Molter Museum's upgrades, new splash pads in Deerwood and Hibbing and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Aug. 6 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* American Peat extends harvest season with equipment innovation</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Dorothy Molter Museum upgrades historic cabins</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New splash pads in Deerwood and Hibbing offer free, fun and healthy recreation</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Counting Every Minnesotan — Census Day is April 1, 2020 </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grant opportunity open to strengthen northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2535448" target="_blank">The Ranger -  Aug. 6, 2019</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3973772019-08-06T22:32:03ZNews640News347130Featuring the Adventure Park on the North Shore, career skills training for people with disabilities, Matilda The Musical and more IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark PhillipsAdventure Park on the North ShoreMDIMesabi Musical TheatreGoodland Township community center and fire hallFayal Township community tennis courtsBusiness Energy Retrofit (BERDowntown Business Rehabilitation (DBR)eng2019-07-10T21:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-393058" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2019-07-10T21:30:00ZFeaturing the Adventure Park on the North Shore, career skills training for people with disabilities, Matilda The Musical and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The July 10 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Commercial lot redeveloped for tourism in Silver Bay</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Career skills training offered to people with disabilities</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Matilda The Musical set to open in Eveleth</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Goodland Township completes addition to community center and fire hall</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Improvements made to Fayal Township community tennis courts</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grant opportunities to strengthen northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/24efc56" target="_blank">The Ranger -  July 10, 2019</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3930582019-07-30T15:26:23ZNews640News347130Highlighting Zakobe's growth in market share through equipment diversification, the Olcott Park foundation dedication and more IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe Rangereng2019-06-26T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-390923" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2019-06-26T22:30:00ZHighlighting Zakobe's growth in market share through equipment diversification, the Olcott Park foundation dedication and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The June 26 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Zakobe grows market share through equipment diversification</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Olcott Park fountain dedication held</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Two Harbors rehabilitating its residential and commercial building inventory</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Child care worker certification strengthens area centers</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grant opportunities to strengthen northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/24c036b" target="_blank">The Ranger -  June 26, 2019</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3909232019-06-28T20:13:42ZNews640News347130Featuring Lakehead Constructors' new facility, new businesses in Crosby, the Itasca County Veteran's History Project and more IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark PhillipsLakehead ConstructorsCrosby, MinnesotaRafferty’sVictualItasca County Veteran's History ProjectCulture & Tourism grantsBusiness Development Lenders Forum"On the Road with Admin"eng2019-06-12T21:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-388442" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2019-06-12T21:30:00ZFeaturing Lakehead Constructors' new facility, new businesses in Crosby, the Itasca County Veteran's History Project and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The June 12 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Lakehead Constructors opens new facility on East Range</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Crosby recreation economy fosters new businesses </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Itasca County Veteran’s History Project</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Culture &amp; Tourism grants awarded</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Business Development Lenders Forum set for June 19 in Mountain Iron</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* "On the Road with Admin" coming to Grand Rapids</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/24a9c11" target="_blank">The Ranger -  June 12, 2019</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3884422019-06-18T14:54:01ZNews640NewsIRRR Board approves Public Works stimulus projects, Giants Ridge amenitiesIRRRB IRRR Board Meetingeng2018-08-23T17:54:33ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-198061" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2019-06-07T17:54:41ZMeeting held at the Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation administrative office in Eveleth. 1047<p style="font-size: 14pt;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Click <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XNTBcEP18qE">here</a> to watch the June 7, 2019, Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) meeting.</p>1980612019-06-07T18:02:57ZNews640NewsMeeting will be held at the agency's administration building in Eveleth. Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)eng2019-02-19T17:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-386944" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2019-06-03T16:30:00ZMeeting will be held at the agency's administration building in Eveleth. 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">An Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board Meeting has been scheduled for Friday, June 7 at 1:00 p.m. at the Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Administration Building in Eveleth.  The Board Packet is available on our <a href="<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-386930" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />" title="2019 06 07 Board Meeting" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="2019 06 07 Board Meeting">website</a>.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">AGENDA</p> <ol xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <li>Roll Call</li> <li>Approval of February 22, 2019, Minutes</li> <li>Commissioner’s Comments</li> <li>Hibbing Fabricators, Inc.</li> <li>Range Cornice and Roofing Company</li> <li>Cast Corporation</li> <li>FY19 Development and Community Infrastructure Projects</li> <li>Iron Range Higher Education Account</li> <li>Iron Range School Consolidation and Cooperatively Operated School Account</li> <li>FY20 Budget</li> <li>Adjournment</li> </ol>3869442019-06-03T15:36:00ZNews640News347130Highlighting a new child care center in Eveleth, mining's role in summer tourism, an Iron Range virtual art map and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe Rangereng2019-05-15T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-386909" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2019-05-15T22:30:00ZHighlighting a new child care center in Eveleth, mining's role in summer tourism, an Iron Range virtual art map and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The May 15 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New child care facility meets crucial Iron Range workforce need</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Mining plays huge role in region’s summer tourism</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Iron Range virtual art map increases broadband use</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* On the Move</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/244e1f7" target="_blank">The Ranger -  May 15, 2019</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3869092019-06-02T23:37:07ZNews640News347130Featuring the Business Energy Retrofit's impact on the region's agricultural economy, "Welcome to Finland" videos, National Travel & Tourism Week and more IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2019-05-02T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-386908" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2019-05-02T22:30:00ZFeaturing the Business Energy Retrofit's impact on the region's agricultural economy, "Welcome to Finland" videos, National Travel & Tourism Week and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The May 2 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Business Energy Retrofit program strengthens region’s agricultural economy</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* “Welcome to Finland” videos showcase unique rural community </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* “Travel Matters” in northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* On the Move </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/240d426" target="_blank">The Ranger -  May 2, 2019</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3869082019-06-02T23:31:52ZNews640News347130Highlighting Heliene's production facility in Mountain Iron, a new performing arts center in Two Harbors Town Square and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe Rangereng2018-04-17T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-386907" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2019-04-17T22:30:00ZHighlighting Heliene's production facility in Mountain Iron, a new performing arts center in Two Harbors Town Square and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The April 17 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Heliene in Mountain Iron supplies solar panels for renewable energy across America</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New performing arts center is anchor of Two Harbors Town Square  </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* On the Move with Metsa</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/23f0873" target="_blank">The Ranger -  April 17, 2019</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3869072019-06-02T23:37:01ZNews640News347130Featuring Governor Walz's State of the State address, API Outsourcing's expansion, mass timber study results and more IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2019-04-04T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-386906" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2019-04-04T22:30:00ZFeaturing Governor Walz's State of the State address, API Outsourcing's expansion, mass timber study results and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The April 4 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Governor Walz shares Minnesota stories in first State of the State address </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* API Outsourcing expanding its Robotic Process Automation at Two Harbors location</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Study concludes region could support mass timber manufacturing</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Comprehensive Plan grant prepares communities for future</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* On the Move with Metsa - Ely</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/23b67b8" target="_blank">The Ranger -  April 4, 2019</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3869062019-06-02T23:21:31ZNews640News347130Highlighting new lodging facility in Grand Rapids, the Downtown Business Rehabilitation grant program, the city of Hibbing's quality of life assets and more IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe Rangereng2018-03-20T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-386905" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2019-03-20T22:30:00ZHighlighting new lodging facility in Grand Rapids, the Downtown Business Rehabilitation grant program, the city of Hibbing's quality of life assets and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The March 20 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* City and state partnerships draw private lodging investment to region</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Pilot grant program cultivates new businesses  </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* City of Hibbing advances its quality of life assets</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* On the Move with Metsa: Two Harbors</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/237837f" target="_blank">The Ranger -  March 20, 2019</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3869052019-06-02T23:16:10ZNews640News347130Featuring a new public art space and monument honoring Bob Dylan, Minnesota Chippewa Tribe's 39th annual reception and dinner, Range Regional Airport's designation as a certified "Shovel Ready" development site and more IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2019-03-06T23:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-386904" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2019-03-06T23:30:00ZFeaturing a new public art space and monument honoring Bob Dylan, Minnesota Chippewa Tribe's 39th annual reception and dinner, Range Regional Airport's designation as a certified "Shovel Ready" development site and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The March 6 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Hibbing public art honors Bob Dylan and Nobel Prize </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Minnesota Chippewa Tribe hosts 39th annual reception and dinner</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* First “Shovel-Ready” development site certified in region</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Post-mining land use: New campground in Silver Bay</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation receives BOLD award</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2348bde" target="_blank">The Ranger -  March 6, 2019</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3869042019-06-02T23:09:59ZNews640News347130Highlighting Deputy Commissioner Jason Metsa's appearance on Almanac North, a child care facility expansion on the North Shore, the new Birch Lake campground and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerDeputy Commissioner Jason Metsaeng2018-02-21T23:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-386903" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2019-02-21T23:30:00ZHighlighting Deputy Commissioner Jason Metsa's appearance on Almanac North, a child care facility expansion on the North Shore, the new Birch Lake campground and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Feb. 21 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Metsa appears on Almanac North</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Child care facility expansion meets crucial North Shore workforce need  </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New Birch Lake campground targets ATV and outdoor tourism</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Nine trail projects awarded grants</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Culture and Tourism grant applications accepted starting March 1</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2310e25" target="_blank">The Ranger -  Feb. 21, 2019</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3869032019-06-02T23:03:30ZNews640NewsMeeting will be held at the agency's administration building in Eveleth. Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)eng2019-02-19T17:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-372116" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2019-02-19T17:30:00ZMeeting will be held at the agency's administration building in Eveleth. 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <p>An Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board meeting has been scheduled for Friday, February 22, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at the agency's administration building in Eveleth. The board packet is posted on our <a href="<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-372368" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />" title="2019 02 22 Board Meeting" target="_blank" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="2019 02 22 Board Meeting">website</a>. </p> <ol> <li>Roll Call</li> <li>Election of the Chair and Vice Chair</li> <li>Approval of December 10, 2018, Minutes</li> <li>Commissioner’s Comments</li> <li>American Peat Technology, LLC.</li> <li>Hibbing Economic Development Authority</li> <li>Midwest Manufacturing and Mechanical, Inc.</li> <li>FY19 Development and Community Infrastructure Projects</li> <li>Iron Range School Consolidation and Cooperatively Operated School Account</li> <li>Other</li> <li>Adjournment</li> </ol> </div> </div>3721162019-02-20T16:28:34ZNews640News347130Featuring Education Commissioner Mary Cathryn Ricker's listening session in Hibbing, Fairview Range's expansion in Mountain Iron and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark PhillipsDepartment of Education Commissioner Mary Cathryn RickerFairview Range, Mountain IronHibbing Drill Core LibraryBlandin Broadband Communitieseng2018-02-07T23:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-384675" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2019-02-07T23:30:00ZFeaturing Education Commissioner Mary Cathryn Ricker's listening session in Hibbing, Fairview Range's expansion in Mountain Iron and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Feb. 7 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Education commissioner kicks off statewide listening tour in Hibbing </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* DNR recent actions aim to protect state mining lands in Nashwauk</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Mountain Iron clinic expansion strengthens region’s health care</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New technology examines the region’s mineral deposits</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Iron Range communities work to advance broadband</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/22d3704" target="_blank">The Ranger -  Feb. 7, 2019</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3846752019-06-02T22:55:15ZNews640News347130Highlighting the rebranding of downtown Virginia's Coates Plaza Hotel to a Quality Inn & Suites, how this year's John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon will have an enhanced historical connection to the Native American culture and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerGovernor Tim WalzLieutenant Governor Peggy Flanaganeng2018-01-24T23:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-372074" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2019-01-25T23:30:00ZHighlighting Governor Walz's message to northeastern Minnesota, a regional dental loan forgiveness program, improvements at Long Lake Conservation Center and Carey Lake and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Jan. 24 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Governor Walz’s message to northeastern Minnesota </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Dentist loan program strengthens region’s health care  </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Conservation center brings environmental tourism to region</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Carey Lake in Hibbing improves winter recreation experience</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grant opportunity to strengthen northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/229e6c7" target="_blank">The Ranger -  Jan. 24, 2019</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3720742019-02-19T18:26:23ZNews640News347130Featuring Commissioner Mark Phillip's reappointment, memories of Tom Rukavina, the Lake Country Power expansion in Cohasset and more IRRRB Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation The RangerCommissioner Mark PhillipsGov. Tim WalzLt. Gov. Peggy FlanaganTom RukavinaNelimark Homestead Museum, EmbarrassSisu Heritage, IncDowntown Streetscapes grant Recharge the Rangeeng2019-01-10T23:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-364858" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2019-01-10T23:00:00ZFeaturing Commissioner Mark Phillip's reappointment, memories of Tom Rukavina, the Lake Country Power expansion in Cohasset and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Jan. 10 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Walz-Flanagan announce Mark Phillips as commissioner of Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Remembering Tommy</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Development infrastructure leads to economic prosperity</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Embarrass: Historic places are economic assets in small towns</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Downtown Streetscapes grant improves region’s cities</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Recharge the Range final report issued</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/22656b2" target="_blank">The Ranger -  Jan. 10, 2019</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3648582019-05-15T20:45:17ZNews640News347130Highlighting the rebranding of downtown Virginia's Coates Plaza Hotel to a Quality Inn & Suites, how this year's John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon will have an enhanced historical connection to the Native American culture and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCoates Plaza HotelQuality Inn & Suites, VirginiaJohn Beargrease Sled Dog MarathonEnterprise MinnesotaBuiltrite Manufacturing, Two HarborsBavarian Market Village, Biwabikeng2018-12-19T23:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-362999" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2018-12-19T23:30:00ZHighlighting the rebranding of downtown Virginia's Coates Plaza Hotel to a Quality Inn & Suites, how this year's John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon will have an enhanced historical connection to the Native American culture and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Dec. 19 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Lodging investment stimulates Virginia’s downtown corridor</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon honors North Shore’s earliest entrepreneurialism</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Northeastern Minnesota manufacturers access affordable business consulting</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Biwabik infusing start-up retailers and artisans into downtown corridor</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/22342de" target="_blank">The Ranger -  Dec. 19, 2018</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3629992018-12-20T14:25:57ZNews640News347130Featuring Northern Lights Manufacturing, the North Shore Culinary program and more IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe Rangereng2018-12-05T23:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-361831" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2018-12-05T23:30:00ZFeaturing Northern Lights Manufacturing, the North Shore Culinary program and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Dec. 5 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Northern Lights Manufacturing in Virginia supplies products across America</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Business Energy Retrofit grant helped launch Iron Range restaurateur</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Culinary program addresses North Shore workforce shortage</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Signs show impact to region</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board meeting scheduled</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/21ef7e2" target="_blank">The Ranger -  Dec. 5, 2018</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3618312018-12-09T23:25:18ZNews640NewsMeeting will be live streamed on IRRRB websiteIron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)eng2018-12-05T18:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-361404" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2018-12-05T18:30:00ZMeeting will be live streamed. 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <p>An Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board meeting has been scheduled for Monday, Dec. 10, 2018 at 10 a.m. at the Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Administration Building in Eveleth, Minnesota.</p> <p><strong>AGENDA</strong></p> <p>1. Roll Call</p> <p>2. Approval of August 23, 2018, Minutes</p> <p>3. Commissioner’s Comments</p> <p>4. Taconite Economic Development Fund (TEDF)</p> <p>    a. ArcelorMittal Minorca</p> <p>    b. Hibbing Taconite Company</p> <p>    c. Northshore Mining Company</p> <p>    d. United Taconite Mining Company</p> <p>    e. USS Keetac</p> <p>    f. USS Minntac </p> <p>5. Airmark, Inc. dba Nelson Wood Shims</p> <p>6. Zakobe, LLC.</p> <p>7. API Outsourcing, Inc.</p> <p>8. FY19 Development and Community Infrastructure Projects </p> <p>9. FY19 Emergency Water/Sewer Line Repair Project </p> <p>10. Regional Trails Program </p> <p>11. Other</p> <p>12. Adjournment</p> <p> <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/irrrboard/board-meetings.jsp" target="_blank">View the board packet.</a></p> </div> </div>3614042018-12-06T17:49:08ZNews640News347130IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe Rangereng2018-11-20T23:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-361832" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2018-11-20T23:30:00ZHighlighting the Business Energy Retrofit program, the Two Harbors Curling Club and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Nov. 20 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Business Energy Retrofit grant brings in new commercial lease tenants</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Two Harbors Curling Club improves recreation facility</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Four Iron Range communities selected for Blandin Broadband Communities program</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Application Fund grant brings exponential investment into region</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation's biennial report now available</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/21cc2ee" target="_blank">The Ranger -  Nov. 20, 2018</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3618322018-12-09T23:30:38ZNews640News347130Featuring ALDI's grand opening in Virginia, Hibbing utility box art and more IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe Rangereng2018-11-07T23:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-361834" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2018-11-07T23:30:00ZFeaturing ALDI's grand opening in Virginia, Hibbing utility box art and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Nov. 7 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* ALDI is newest commercial retailer at Thunderbird Mall</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Hibbing beautifies downtown through art on utility boxes</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Business Energy Retrofit grants help reuse two vacant downtown Ely buildings</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Innovation in reclaiming iron ore mine lands</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Broadband connectivity: Chisholm launches unified web presence</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/219ab31" target="_blank">The Ranger -  Nov. 7, 2018</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3618342018-12-10T01:31:44ZNews640News347130Highlighting Hibbing Fabricators, a new "Live Like a Local" campaign and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe Rangereng2018-10-17T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-361833" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2018-10-17T22:30:00ZHighlighting Hibbing Fabricators, a new "Live Like a Local" campaign and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Oct. 17 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Hibbing Fabricators strengthens competitive edge through equipment modernization</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* “Live Like a Local” videos aimed at recruiting new residents</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Club Entrepreneur hosts "The Entrepreneur's Toolkit" event</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grant opportunities opening to strengthen northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/214a785" target="_blank">The Ranger -  Oct. 17, 2018</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3618332018-12-10T01:25:32ZNews640News347130Featuring Stern Companies' expansion to Hoyt Lakes, the new Bridge View Park in Virginia, the city of Deerwood's efforts to rehabilitate its commercial and residential building inventory and more IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerStern Companies, Inc.Bridge View ParkDeerwood commercial and residential building inventoryThe Child Care Shortage in Minnesotaeng2018-10-03T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-360609" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2018-10-03T22:30:00ZFeaturing Stern Companies' expansion to Hoyt Lakes, the new Bridge View Park in Virginia, the city of Deerwood's efforts to rehabilitate its commercial and residential building inventory and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Oct. 3 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* SCI adds new Hoyt Lakes facility due to skilled workforce</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Bridge View Park showcases post-mining land use</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Deerwood rehabilitating its residential and commercial building inventory</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* INVITATION: The Child Care Shortage in Northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/21173de" target="_blank">The Ranger -  Oct. 3, 2018</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3606092018-11-28T22:39:32ZNews640News347130Highlighting the new Embarrass Vermillion Federal Credit Union (EVFCU) buidling in Aurora, Village North housing development in Grand Marais, an invitation to an upcoming event entitled "The Child Care Shortage in Northeastern Minnesota" and more IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerEmbarrass Vermillion Federal Credit Union (EVFCU) in AuroraVillage North housing development in Grand Marais The Child Care Shortage in Northeastern Minnesota Economic Impact Study and Call to ActionDowntown Business Rehabilitation grant program Club Entrepreneureng2018-09-19T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-352329" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2018-09-19T22:30:00ZHighlighting the new Embarrass Vermillion Federal Credit Union (EVFCU) buidling in Aurora, Village North housing development in Grand Marais, an invitation to an upcoming event entitled "The Child Care Shortage in Northeastern Minnesota" and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Sept. 19 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New construction upgrades banking service on East Range</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Housing development meets crucial workforce need in Grand Marais</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* INVITATION: The Child Care Shortage in Northeastern Minnesota: Economic Impact Study and Call to Action</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Downtown Business Rehabilitation grant program assists small business owners</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Club Entrepreneur hosts "Mind the Gap" event</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/20e34e7" target="_blank">The Ranger -  Sept. 19, 2018</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3523292018-09-20T19:25:07ZNews640News347130Featuring Lamppa Manufacturing of Tower's expansion, increased visits to local downtowns due to the Lake Vermilion-Soudan Underground Mine State Park, Bridge Daze and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerLamppa Manufacturing of TowerLake Vermilion-Soudan Underground Mine State ParkBridge DazeGrant opportunities in northeastern Minnesotaeng2018-09-06T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-352251" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2018-09-06T22:30:00ZFeaturing Lamppa Manufacturing of Tower's expansion, increased visits to local downtowns due to the Lake Vermilion-Soudan Underground Mine State Park, Bridge Daze and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Sept. 6 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Lamppa Manufacturing of Tower positioned for expansion</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New state park increases visits to local downtowns</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Bridge Daze is back</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grant programs open for applications</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2094fd5" target="_blank">The Ranger -  Sept. 6, 2018</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3522512018-09-20T19:32:09ZNews640NewsMeeting to be held in St. Paul at noon Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationIRRR BoardHibbing FabricatorsEllefson Off Highway, Inc.Hoyt Lakes Economic Development Authority Stern Companies, Inc. Tower Economic Development Authority Iron Range Higher Education AccountFY19 Budgeteng2018-05-17T15:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-349035" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2018-08-20T15:00:00ZMeeting to be held at Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation - Administration Building, Eveleth, MN 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">The agenda for tomorrow's IRRR Board Meeting has been revised.  The Eveleth-Gilbert/Virginia School Districts has been added to agenda.  </span></div> <div><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div> <div><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">An IRRR Board Meeting has been scheduled for:</span></div> <div> <div> </div> <div>Thursday, August 23, 2018  </div> <div>2 p.m.  </div> <div>Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation - Administration Building</div> <div>Eveleth, Minnesota</div> <div> </div> </div> <p>AGENDA </p> <ol> <li>Roll Call </li> <li>Approval of May 21, 2018, Minutes</li> <li>Commissioner’s Comments </li> <li>RKG Enterprises, Inc., dba Midwest Aircraft Refinishing (MAR)  </li> <li>FY19 Development and Community Infrastructure Projects  </li> <li>Mountain Iron-Buhl School District </li> <li>Chisholm School District </li> <li>Eveleth-Gilbert/Virginia School Districts</li> <li>IRE BELL Program </li> <li>Other  - <span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">Giants Ridge Update Presentation </span></li> <li>Adjournment</li> </ol> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">The IRRR Board packet is available on our <a href="https://mn.gov/irrrb/irrrboard/board-meetings.jsp">website</a></span><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">. </span></div> </div> </div>3490352018-08-22T15:29:51ZNews640News347130Highlighting Iron Range Tykes Learning Center, the 100th anniversary of Minnesota’s official state photograph "Grace," Bigfork's Village Hall restoration and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark PhillipsIron Range Tykes Learning CenterBovey photographer Erik EnstromBigfork's Village Hall restoration Palisade Broadband connectivity"On the Road with Admin" sessionsGrant opportunities in northeastern Minnesotaeng2018-08-15T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-350576" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2018-08-15T22:30:00ZHighlighting Iron Range Tykes Learning Center, the 100th anniversary of Minnesota’s official state photograph "Grace," Bigfork's Village Hall restoration and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Aug. 15 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New childcare facility meets crucial Iron Range workforce need</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Minnesota’s official state photograph celebrates 100 years and its Iron Range roots</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Bigfork: Historic places are economic assets in small towns</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Broadband connectivity: Palisade offers free Wi-Fi on main street corridor</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Businesses encouraged to attend "On the Road with Admin" sessions</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grant opportunities opening to strengthen northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* PUBLIC NOTICE: Pre-priced sale set</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2063f67" target="_blank">The Ranger -  Aug. 15, 2018</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3505762018-08-23T20:04:40ZNews640News347130Featuring Castle Danger Brewery, Wildly Organics, Minnesota Diversified Industries and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCastle Danger BreweryWildly OrganicsMinnesota Diversified Industries (MDI) International Wolf CenterOn the Road with AdminClub Entrepreneureng2018-08-02T15:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-347875" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2018-08-02T15:30:00ZFeaturing Castle Danger Brewery, Wildly Organics, Minnesota Diversified Industries and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Aug. 2 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Castle Danger Brewery: Development infrastructure leads to economic prosperity</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Organic food company in Silver Bay supplies products across North America</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* MDI begins to fill 160 new positions, many in northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Wolf Center billboard campaign boosts attendance</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Businesses encouraged to attend "On the Road with Admin" sessions</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Club Entrepreneur offers "Frontier Tech" event</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/201b7a2" target="_blank">The Ranger -  Aug. 2, 2018</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3478752018-08-02T17:26:19ZNews640NewsLearn about resources for businesses wishing to work with state and federal government entities Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationDepartment of Administration’s Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) and the Office of Equity in Procurement (OEP)eng2018-07-19T15:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-347886" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2018-07-19T15:00:00ZLearn about resources for businesses wishing to work with state and federal government entities 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <p class="gd_p" align="left" style="margin-bottom: 10px; line-height: 1.4; font-family: Calibri, Candara, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;"><img src="/irrrb/assets/Admin%20Logo%20Vertical%20RGB_tcm36-290938_tcm1047-347889.png" title="Admin Logo Vertical RGB_tcm36-290938" alt="Admin Logo Vertical RGB_tcm36-290938" style="float: right; width: 325px; height: 163px;" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="Admin Logo Vertical RGB_tcm36-290938" />The Department of Administration’s Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) and the Office of Equity in Procurement (OEP) are hitting the road to talk about resources that are offered to businesses wishing to work with state and federal government entities. Topics will include:</p> <p class="gd_p" align="left" style="margin-bottom: 10px; line-height: 1.4; font-family: Calibri, Candara, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;"><span style="line-height: 1.4;"><strong>How Things Get Done</strong></span> <br /> <span style="line-height: 1.4;">Get a vendor ID number, register to receive notices of state bids and contracting opportunities, </span><span style="line-height: 1.4;">understand why you should register in SAM and how to receive bid opportunities. Learn what should be </span><span style="line-height: 1.4;">included on capabilities statements and business cards, and what an appropriate business email address </span><span style="line-height: 1.4;">looks like.</span></p> <p class="gd_p" align="left" style="margin-bottom: 10px; line-height: 1.4; font-family: Calibri, Candara, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;"><span style="line-height: 1.4;"><strong>Introduction to Government Contracting</strong> <br /></span> <span style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); line-height: 1.4;">General overview of all levels of government contracting, what to expect, where to look for opportunities, </span><span style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); line-height: 1.4;">as well as available certifications.</span></p> <p class="gd_p" align="left" style="margin-bottom: 10px; line-height: 1.4; font-family: Calibri, Candara, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;"><span style="line-height: 1.4;"><strong>Doing Business with the State/State Certifications  <br /></strong></span> <span style="line-height: 1.4;">Learn how Minnesota is working to improve opportunities for small businesses throughout the state, the </span><span style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); line-height: 1.4;">new online certification portal, the benefits of certification and more!</span></p> <p class="gd_p" align="left" style="margin-bottom: 10px; line-height: 1.4; font-family: Calibri, Candara, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;"><span style="line-height: 1.4;"><strong>Opportunities in Your Backyard <br /></strong></span> Representatives from state agencies around Minnesota will present information about procurement and <span style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); line-height: 1.4;">contracting needs, and will be available for networking. Invited agencies include: Department of </span><span style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); line-height: 1.4;">Transportation; Department of Natural Resources; Military Affairs; Pollution Control Agency; Iron Range </span><span style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); line-height: 1.4;">Resources &amp; Rehabilitation; Duluth Transportation Authority.</span></p> <p class="gd_p" align="left" style="margin-bottom: 10px; line-height: 1.4; font-family: Calibri, Candara, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;"><span style="line-height: 1.4;">Register for one of the following sessions:</span></p> <p class="gd_p" align="left" style="margin-bottom: 10px; line-height: 1.4; font-family: Calibri, Candara, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;"><span style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); line-height: 1.4;"><strong>DULUTH <br /></strong></span> <span style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); line-height: 1.4;">Tuesday, Aug. 21, 12:30 to 4 p.m. <br /></span> <span style="line-height: 1.4;">UMD Center for Economic Development <br /></span> <a href="https://mngov.ecenterdirect.com/events/1245" style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); word-break: break-word; hyphens: none;">Register for the Duluth session.</a></p> <p class="gd_p" align="left" style="margin-bottom: 10px; line-height: 1.4; font-family: Calibri, Candara, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-size: 15px;"><span style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); line-height: 1.4;"><strong>IRON RANGE</strong> <br /></span> <span style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); line-height: 1.4;">Wednesday, </span><span style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); line-height: 1.4;">Aug. 22, 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. <br /></span> <span style="line-height: 1.4;">Mountain Iron Community Center <br /></span> <a href="https://mngov.ecenterdirect.com/events/1246" style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0); word-break: break-word; hyphens: none;">Register for the Iron Range session.</a></p> <h1 style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;" /> </div> </div> </div>3478862018-08-02T17:36:11ZNews640News347130Featuring the Standing Bear Marina renovation in Tower, a new public space in downtown Cook and more IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe Rangercrisis respite home, ElyCity of OrrEly State Theater3D archery, Babbitt Conservation ClubBiwabik Township town hall and community centerOn the Road with Admingrant opportunities northeastern Minnesotaeng2018-07-18T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-347157" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2018-07-18T22:30:00ZHighlighting a new crisis respite home in Ely, the City of Orr's comprehensive plan and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The July 18 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Crisis respite home fills need and benefits economy</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* City of Orr prioritizes its economic resources</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Historic places are economic assets in small towns</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New 3D archery at Babbitt Conservation Club</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Biwabik Township opens new town hall and community center</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* On the Road with Admin</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grant opportunities opening to strengthen northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1fe0d1a" target="_blank">The Ranger -  July 18, 2018</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3471572018-07-24T22:06:09ZNews640News347130Featuring the Standing Bear Marina renovation in Tower, a new public space in downtown Cook and more IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerStanding Bear Marina, TowerLinda Keith, Tower’s city clerk/treasurerCommercial Redevelopment grantTheresa Martinson, City of Cook administratorDowntown and Business Corridor grantGrand Rapids Creates Sonja Merrild, Grand Rapids Arts and Culture Commission chairDowntown and Business Corridor grantCook County Historical Society (CCHS) Carrie Johnson, CCHS executive directorJohnson Heritage Post Art Gallery (JHP)Cook County History Museum Bally Blacksmith Shop Chippewa City Church Fish HouseArt of Community projectBeth Pierce, IRTB directorCulture and Tourism grant Commercial Redevelopment grantCommunity Infrastructure grantDevelopment Infrastructure grantDevelopment Partnerships grantLaurentian Vision Partnership grantResidential Redevelopment granteng2018-06-19T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-342598" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2018-06-19T22:30:00ZFeaturing the Standing Bear Marina renovation in Tower, a new public space in downtown Cook and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The June 19 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Standing Bear Marina renovation is central to Tower’s economy</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New public space to enhance downtown Cook</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grand Rapids connects public art with economic vitality</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Cook County investing in heritage tourism</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* The Art of Community project seeks original artwork</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grant opportunities opening to strengthen northeastern Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/2010005" target="_blank">The Ranger -  June 19, 2018</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3425982018-07-24T21:53:29ZNews640News347130Highlighting Nelson Wood Shims' new production line, Hawkins Mine Pit Overlook revitalization, Toimi School renovation and more IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerNelson Wood Shims’ Brian Peterson, Nelson’s chief financial officerScott SundvallHawkins Mine Pit Overlook, NashwaukDevelopment Infrastructure grantApril Kurtock, City of Nashwauk administratorDowntown and Business Corridor grant Whitney RidlonToimi School Kesa Juhla (midsummer Finnish festival)Culture and Tourism grantDanae BeaudetteEveleth "A Salute to Hockey"Big Stick PlazaJackie Monahan-Junek, Eveleth city administratorIron Range Partnership for SustainabilityVirginia Market SquareBusiness Energy Retrofit programVince Meyer, AEOAeng2018-06-06T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-341849" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2018-06-06T22:00:00ZHighlighting Nelson Wood Shims' new production line, Hawkins Mine Pit Overlook revitalization, Toimi School renovation and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The June 6 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Nelson Wood Shims’ new production line gives boost to local logging industry</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Hawkins Mine Pit Overlook being revitalized in Nashwauk</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Historic schoolhouse renovation along Scenic Byway</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Eveleth beautifies its downtown with "A Salute to Hockey"</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Local farmers markets strengthen agricultural economy</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Business Energy Retrofit program to accept grant applications July 1</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1f52d41" target="_blank">The Ranger - June 6, 2018</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3418492018-07-24T19:03:58ZNews640NewsMeeting to be held in St. Paul at noon Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationIRRR BoardHibbing FabricatorsEllefson Off Highway, Inc.Hoyt Lakes Economic Development Authority Stern Companies, Inc. Tower Economic Development Authority Iron Range Higher Education AccountFY19 Budgeteng2018-05-17T15:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-339775" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2018-05-17T15:00:00ZMeeting to be held in St. Paul at noon 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">An IRRR Board Meeting has been scheduled for:</span></div> <div> <div> </div> <div>Monday, May 21, 2018  </div> <div>12 p.m.  </div> <div>Minnesota Senate Building - Room 2412</div> <div>St. Paul, Minnesota</div> <div> </div> </div> <p>AGENDA</p> <p>1. Roll Call</p> <p>2. Approval of January 24, 2018, Minutes</p> <p>3. Commissioner’s Comments</p> <p>4. Hibbing Fabricators, Inc.</p> <p>5. Ellefson Off Highway, Inc.</p> <p>6. Hoyt Lakes Economic Development Authority</p> <p>7. Stern Companies, Inc.</p> <p>8. Tower Economic Development Authority </p> <p>9. FY19 Infrastructure Projects</p> <p>10. Iron Range Higher Education Account </p> <p>11. FY19 Budget</p> <p>12. Adjournment</p> <div> </div> <div><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">The IRRR Board packet will be available tomorrow morning on our</span> <span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">website</span><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">.</span></div> <div><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;" /></div> </div> </div>3397752018-06-27T18:17:53ZNews640News347130Featuring the Iracore and Orthopaedic Associates of Duluth expansions, Olcott Park fountain restoration, North Shore workforce housing, Meet Up and Chow Down and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerIracore International LLCJeremy Smolich, Iracore vice president of manufacturingOrthopaedic Associates of DuluthJohn Tourville, Hibbing’s economic developerOlcott Park fountain in VirginiaFormer Virginia Parks and Recreation Commission President Greg GilnessMary Somnis, Cook County/Grand Marais Economic Development Authority (EDA) executive directorNordic Star in Grand MariasLutsen workforce housing developmentMeet Up and Chow DownUnited Way of Northeastern Minnesota Elizabeth Kelly, United Way of Northeastern Minnesota Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature CenterDave Tuttle of Gunflint Trail Historical Societyeng2018-05-16T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-341844" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2018-05-16T22:30:00ZFeaturing the Iracore and Orthopaedic Associates of Duluth expansions, Olcott Park fountain restoration, North Shore workforce housing, Meet Up and Chow Down and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The May 16 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Iracore expansion a boost to Iron Range steel fabricators</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Orthopaedic Associates of Duluth expands healthcare on the Iron Range</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Olcott Park fountain in Virginia: a national historic place being restored</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* North Shore adds workforce housing</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Virginia Kids: Meet Up and Chow Down</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New watercraft exhibit on the Gunflint Trail</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Join our team!</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1f0792c" target="_blank">The Ranger -  May 16, 2018</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3418442018-07-24T19:04:11ZNews640NewsHighlighting Iron Range Engineering's recognition as emerging world leader in engineering education, Ely downtown beautification, Summer Worker Outreach Project, the Skibo Vista Overlook and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerIron Range EngineeringNortheast Higher Education District President Bill MakiMassachusetts Institute of Technology research studyEly downtown beautificationHarold Langowski, City of Ely clerkSummer Worker Outreach Project (SWOP)Melissa Yarick, SWOP executive directorSkibo Vista OverlookBeth Pierce, Iron Range Tourism Bureau (IRTB) executive directorNortheast Workforce Solutions Series Duluth Mayor Emily LarsonCommissioner Mark PhillipsClub E EntrepreneurDuluth: Our dynamic outdoor industry – where is the puck going?eng2018-04-04T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-338347" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2018-05-04T18:11:34ZFor up-to-date information related to the Mesabi Trail Washout 1047<h3 xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">For up-to-date information related to the Mesabi Trail Washout check here.</h3> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3383472018-11-16T18:02:59ZNews640News347130Highlighting the United Way of Northeastern Minnesota's relocation, Sugar Hills Nordic Ski area, Commercial Redevelopment grants and more IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerIron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Commissioner Mark PhillipsUnited Way of Northeastern Minnesota Shelley Valentini, United Way of Northeastern Minnesota executive director.Minnesota PowerRichard (Dick) EnricoSugar Hills Nordic ski areaNorthern Lights Nordic Ski ClubPete Friedlieb, Northern Lights Nordic Ski Club presidentJeff Jacobson, Biwabik city administratorWorkforce Solution SeriesDuluth Mayor Emily LarsonMesabi Iron Range Tourism Ambassador ProgramBeth Pierce, executive director of the Iron Range Tourism Bureaueng2018-05-02T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-340617" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2018-05-02T22:00:00ZHighlighting the United Way of Northeastern Minnesota's relocation, Sugar Hills Nordic Ski area, Commercial Redevelopment grants and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The May 2 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* United Way relocates to former Minnesota Power building</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Warm up at Sugar Hills Nordic ski area</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Commercial Redevelopment grants help restore main streets</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Workforce Solution Series to present employee retention strategies</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Inaugural group of Mesabi Iron Range tourism ambassadors certified</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Join our team! </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1ed6c08" target="_blank">The Ranger - May 2, 2018</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3406172018-07-24T19:04:15ZNews640NewsThe forum, titled “Starting Your Business on the Iron Range," features a panel discussion led by Anna Anderson of Art Unlimited in Cook. Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation Career FairMesabi Range College, VirginiaAnthem, GilbertBlue Cross Blue Shield, VirginiaDelta Air Lines, Chisholmeng2018-04-19T15:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-336636" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2018-04-19T15:00:00ZAnthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Delta Air Lines hiring on the Iron Range1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><img src="/irrrb/assets/IMG_0511_tcm1047-336637.jpg" title="Blue Cross Blue Shield Employees" alt="Blue Cross Blue Shield Employees" style="float: right; width: 300px; height: 241px;" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="Blue Cross Blue Shield Employees" /></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">A career fair, featuring customer care employment opportunities in the region, is slated for Wednesday, April 25 at Mesabi Range College in Virginia from noon to 7 p.m. </p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">Participating companies are:</p> <ul> <li style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">Anthem, Gilbert </li> <li style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">Blue Cross Blue Shield, Virginia</li> <li style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">Delta Air Lines, Chisholm</li> </ul> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">Each of the companies offers competitive salaries and benefit packages. </p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">Applications can be completed onsite, with potential same-day interviews. </p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">Interested individuals should bring a resume, references, and two forms of identification. Professional attire also is recommended. </p> </div> </div> </div>3366362018-04-19T21:15:14ZNews640News347130Featuring the Iron Range air transportation system, upcoming career fair with Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Delta Air Lines, new Caribou Coffee and Einstein Bros. Bagels in Virginia and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark PhillipsRange Regional AirportChris Ismildevelopment infrastructure grantsAnthemBlue Cross Blue Shield Delta Air Lines Caribou Coffee and Einstein Bros. Bagels, VirginiaJody Vest, RockStep’s Midwest regional managerAndy Weiner, RockStep CEOcommercial redevelopment grantDorothy Molter MuseumRoot Beer LadyJess Edberg, Dorothy Molter Museum executive directorculture and tourism grantElyite.comBlandin Broadband Community ProgramDusty Schaper, website volunteer and Elyiteeng2018-04-18T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-336594" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2018-04-18T22:30:00ZFeaturing the Iron Range air transportation system, upcoming career fair with Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Delta Air Lines, new Caribou Coffee and Einstein Bros. Bagels in Virginia and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1e73a73" target="_blank" class="button-brand-secondary">Read the Ranger</a></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The April 18 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Iron Range airports connect region to national and world markets</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Career Fair set for April 25 in Virginia</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Caribou Coffee and Einstein Bros. Bagels open for business in Virginia</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Dorothy Molter Museum's new exhibit interprets legendary Root Beer Lady</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Website launched to promote working and living in Ely</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1e73a73" target="_blank" class="button-brand-secondary">Read the Ranger</a></p>3365942018-07-24T19:03:10ZNews640News347130Highlighting Iron Range Engineering's recognition as emerging world leader in engineering education, Ely downtown beautification, Summer Worker Outreach Project, the Skibo Vista Overlook and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerIron Range EngineeringNortheast Higher Education District President Bill MakiMassachusetts Institute of Technology research studyEly downtown beautificationHarold Langowski, City of Ely clerkSummer Worker Outreach Project (SWOP)Melissa Yarick, SWOP executive directorSkibo Vista OverlookBeth Pierce, Iron Range Tourism Bureau (IRTB) executive directorNortheast Workforce Solutions Series Duluth Mayor Emily LarsonCommissioner Mark PhillipsClub E EntrepreneurDuluth: Our dynamic outdoor industry – where is the puck going?eng2018-04-04T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-334443" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2018-04-04T22:00:00ZHighlighting Iron Range Engineering's recognition as emerging world leader in engineering education, Ely downtown beautification, Summer Worker Outreach Project, the Skibo Vista Overlook and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The April 4 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Iron Range Engineering recognized as an emerging world leader in engineering education</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Ely beautifies its downtown through collaboration</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Local youth have excellent “summer job” opportunity</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Skibo Vista Overlook showcases Iron Range history and natural beauty</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Workforce Solutions Series to highlight innovative recruitment strategies</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Panel discussion to focus on $867 million outdoor industry</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1e6e0ed" target="_blank">The Ranger - April 4, 2018</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3344432018-07-24T19:03:15ZNews640News347130Featuring the new Certified Tourism Ambassador program, Rural Rides workforce transportation program, the Sax-Zim Bog boardwalk and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCertified Tourism Ambassador programIron Range Tourism Bureau (IRTB)Beth Pierce, Iron Range Tourism Bureau executive directorWorkforce Development grantRural RidesMarcia Mehle, AEOA community transportation managerSax-Zim Bog Important Bird Area (IBA)Sparky Stensaas, Friends of Sax-Zim Bog executive directorCrystal Phillips, Cook Library DirectorKatie Christenson, Chisholm Library supervisorLaurentian snowmobile trail Robert Dethloff, Range Trail Committee president and groomereng2018-03-21T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-334436" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2018-03-21T22:30:00ZFeaturing the new Certified Tourism Ambassador program, Rural Rides workforce transportation program, the Sax-Zim Bog boardwalk and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The March 21 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Certified Tourism Ambassador™ program will benefit Iron Range</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Rural Rides fills transportation need in Iron Range economy</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New boardwalk creates gateway to premier Iron Range bird habitat</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Local libraries “check out” broadband</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Iron Range snowmobile trails continue outdoor excellence with new grooming equipment</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1e26f5e" target="_blank">The Ranger -  March 21, 2018</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3344362018-07-24T19:04:08ZNews640News347130Highlighting Range Steel Fabricators, the Chisholm ATV trail extension, SME conference and Cool and Creative Get TogetherIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerRange Steel Fabricators (RSF), HibbingJeff and Gina Halter Chisholm All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) trail Northern TraxxLarry Folstad, Northern Traxx presidentSociety for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration (SME) conference, MinneapolisCool and Creative Get Togethereng2018-03-07T23:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-332417" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2018-03-07T23:30:00ZHighlighting Range Steel Fabricators, the Chisholm ATV trail extension, SME conference and Cool and Creative Get Together1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The March 7 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Range Steel Fabricators grows through equipment modernization</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Chisholm ATV trail extension a public-private collaboration</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Iron Range promoted at national SME conference</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Cool and Creative Get Together set for March 29</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1e0247c" target="_blank">The Ranger -  March 7, 2018</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3324172018-07-24T19:04:10ZNews640News347130Featuring Virginia Plastics, upgrades to Ron Castellano Ice Arena in Babbitt, SME Conference and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerVirginia PlasticsJim Zerban, Virginia PlasticsCity of BabbittRon Castellano Ice ArenaAndrea Zupancich, Babbitt MayorSociety for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration (SME) conference in MinneapolisDowntown and Business Corridor grants Access North Center for Independent LivingHibbing Area Chamber of CommercePCs for People Blandin Broadband Communities programCulture and Tourism grant programeng2018-02-21T23:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-327480" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2018-02-21T23:30:00ZFeaturing Virginia Plastics, upgrades to Ron Castellano Ice Arena in Babbitt, SME Conference and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Feb. 21 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Virginia Plastics begins 2018 with new owners and new goals</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* City of Babbitt leads collaboration to upgrade ice arena</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Iron Range featured at national SME conference</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Downtown and Business Corridor grants awarded</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Computers improving quality of life for the disabled and seniors</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Culture and Tourism grant cycle opens March 1</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1dc430c" target="_blank">The Ranger -  Feb. 21, 2018</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3274802018-07-24T19:03:36ZNews640News347130Highlighting ASV Holdings, Steger Mukluks, Minnesota Dental Foundation grant, Northeast Minnesota Workforce Solution Series and Application Fund grant cycleIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommissioner Mark PhillipsASV Holdings, Grand RapidsJim DiBiagio, ASV chief operating officerSteger Mukluks, Ely Patti Steger, owner, Steger MukluksMartha Mordini Rukavina Loan Forgiveness Program Minnesota Dental Foundation Minnesota Dental Association President-Elect Dr. Dave AndersonMinnesota Dental Association Executive Director Carmelo CinqueonceMinnesota Dental Foundation President Dr. Stephen LittonMinnesota Dental Foundation Board Member Dr. Michael ZakulaNortheast Minnesota Workforce Solutions Series - Mind the Workforce Gap!Application Fundeng2018-02-07T23:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-326111" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2018-02-07T23:30:00ZHighlighting ASV Holdings, Steger Mukluks, Minnesota Dental Foundation grant, Northeast Minnesota Workforce Solution Series and Application Fund grant cycle1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Feb. 7 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* ASV Holdings relocates distribution center to Grand Rapids</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Steger Mukluks brings all production home to Ely</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation provides grant to Minnesota Dental Foundation</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Northeast Minnesota Workforce Solutions Series - Mind the Workforce Gap!</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Application Fund grant cycle now open</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1d8d657" target="_blank">The Ranger -  Feb. 7, 2018</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3261112018-07-24T19:03:40ZNews640NewsIron Range Resources & RehabilitationIRRR Boardeng2018-01-19T21:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-324650" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2018-01-19T21:00:00ZMeeting to be held at the agency's Eveleth office at 11 a.m. 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">An Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board meeting has been scheduled for:</span></div> <div><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div> <p>Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2018   <br /> 11:00 a.m.   <br /> Department of Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation - Administration Building <br /> Eveleth, Minnesota</p> <p>AGENDA</p> <p>1. Roll Call</p> <p>2. Approval of October 26, 2017, Minutes</p> <p>3. Commissioner’s Comments</p> <p>4. FY18 Infrastructure Projects</p> <p>5. Heliene, Inc.</p> <p>6. School Collaboration Fund</p> <p>7. Mountain Bike Trails </p> <p>8. Range Trust </p> <p>9. Adjournment</p> <div>T<span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">he IRRR Board packet will be available on Monday, Jan. 22 on our</span> <span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">website</span><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">.</span></div> <p>The meeting can be viewed live on Wednesday here.</p> </div> </div>3246502018-06-27T18:17:14ZNews640News347130Featuring the Minnesota Iron Rangers hockey team, Business Energy Retrofit program results, art on Hibbing's utility boxes and 30 Days of Art campaignIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerMinnesota Iron Rangers hockey teamCherie Grams, Minnesota Iron Rangers secretaryBusiness Energy Retrofit programVince Meyer, AEOAHibbing utility boxesLory Fedo, Hibbing Area Chamber of Commerce presidentDowntown and Business Corridor grant30 Days of Art Campaigneng2018-01-17T23:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-326103" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2018-01-17T23:30:00ZFeaturing the Minnesota Iron Rangers hockey team, Business Energy Retrofit program results, art on Hibbing's utility boxes and 30 Days of Art campaign1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Jan. 17 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Minnesota Iron Rangers hockey team impacts local communities</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Over 50 businesses lower utility bills with energy efficiency grants</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Hibbing’s utility boxes will be transformed into art</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* 30 Days of Art campaign kicks off on Jan. 22</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1d38bc4" target="_blank">The Ranger - Jan. 17, 2018</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3261032018-07-24T19:03:41ZNews640News347130Highlighting Northern Twistars expansion, Sunrise Bakery's growth and more IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerNorthern TwistarsGwyn Roos, Northern TwistarsLisa Fix, Northern TwistarsSunrise BakeryPaul and Hannah FortiCity of IrontonAmy Baratto, Ironton city clerk and treasurereng2018-01-03T23:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-323418" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2018-01-03T23:00:00ZHighlighting Northern Twistars expansion, Sunrise Bakery's growth and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Jan. 3 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Community demand propels Northern Twistars expansion</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* A century of baking and growing strong</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Ironton community taking charge of its future</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Latest print edition of The Ranger now available</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1d029f1" target="_blank">The Ranger - Jan. 3, 2018</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3234182018-07-24T19:03:46ZNews640NewsRead about the impact of the agency's business and community development programs in 2017Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe Rangereng2018-01-01T14:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-322704" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2018-01-01T14:00:00ZRead about the impact of the agency's business and community development programs in 20171047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation publishes a print edition of The Ranger newsletter in the Mesabi Daily News, Hibbing Daily Tribune and Grand Rapids Herald-Review. </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Jan. 2018 edition highlights the impact the agency's business and community development programs had on the region in 2017.</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="/irrrb/assets/The%20Ranger%20Jan.%202018_tcm1047-322707.pdf" title="The Ranger Jan. 2018" target="_blank" xlink:title="The Ranger Jan. 2018" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink">Read the print edition of The Ranger.</a></div>3227042018-02-08T14:29:00ZNews640News347130Featuring Commercial Redevelopment projects, Freebs Fitness & Tanning expansion in Hibbing and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerCommercial RedevelopmentOne Hour Photo, VirginiaDays Inn, EvelethSuburban Lanes Bowling Alley, HibbingFreebs Fitness & Tanning, HibbingBrian and Melissa FreebergItasca Habitat for Humanity ReStore, Grand RapidsP&D Sewing Center, Grand RapidsTanya and Scott JacksonNorthland Capital ManagementChris Erickson and Julie Pietrini Johnsoneng2017-12-20T23:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-322668" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-12-20T23:00:00ZFeaturing Commercial Redevelopment projects, Freebs Fitness & Tanning expansion in Hibbing and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Dec. 20 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Commercial Redevelopment projects pave way for new development</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Freebergs expand business into 24-hour gym</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grand Rapids businesses benefit from Business Energy Retrofit program</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* "Hometown Focus" building undergoing extensive renovation</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Employers, register now for the Accelerated Welding Institute! </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1cc3236" target="_blank">The Ranger - Dec. 20, 2017</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3226682018-07-24T19:03:25ZNews640News347130Read about Thunderbird Mall's retail transformation, new development at Bois Forte Reservation and more IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerThunderbird MallTractor Supply CompanyCaribou Coffee & Einstein Bros. BagelsAndy Weiner, RockStep CEOJody Vest, RockStep’s Midwest Regional ManagerBois Forte ReservationAndy Datko, Bois Forte director of planning & community developmentResidential RedevelopmentTim Kauppi, Aurora City Clerk and TreasurerLaurentian Vision Partnership grantsCity of Chisholm, Redhead Mountain Bike ParkCity of Cohasset, Tioga Mountain Bike Park and Recreational AreaIron Range Tourism Bureaueng2017-12-06T23:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-320409" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-12-06T23:00:00ZRead about Thunderbird Mall's retail transformation, new development at Bois Forte Reservation and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Dec. 6 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Thunderbird Mall in midst of retail transformation</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New housing development at Bois Forte Reservation serves working families</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Local communities receive grants for residential blight removal</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Laurentian Vision Partnership grants awarded</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1c6c9bb" target="_blank">The Ranger - Dec. 6, 2017</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3204092018-07-24T19:03:28ZNews640News347130Featuring the Zakobe metal stamping business in Bovey, customer service representative job openings at Blue Cross and more IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerZakobe metal stamping business Wade and Teresa KarnesZakery and Kobe KarnesCast & Color, a custom lead casting and painting companyBlue Cross and Blue Shield Iron Range-based Operations Centerjob openings customer service representatives in Virginia and AuroraPenny Erchul, director of service delivery at the Iron Range Operations Center.Nelson Addition in ChisholmChisholm Housing & Redevelopment Authority (HRA)Bob Vicari, Chisholm HRA executive directorTodd Iverson, a Dynamic Homes representativeHibbing bicycle projectLory Fedo, Hibbing Area Chamber of Commerce presidentHenry Djerlev, Cycle Mesabi Bike Clubeng2017-11-15T22:40:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-318191" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-11-15T22:40:00ZFeaturing the Zakobe metal stamping business in Bovey, customer service representative job openings at Blue Cross and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Nov. 15 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Zakobe metal stamping business thriving in Bovey</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Make a healthy career move at Blue Cross</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Chisholm offers "55 and over" maintenance-free townhomes</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Hibbing connects heart of downtown to Mesabi Trail</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1c4b998" target="_blank">The Ranger - Nov. 15, 2017</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3181912018-07-24T19:04:23ZNews640NewsServe on a state board or commissionIron Range Resources & RehabilitationServe on Minnesota state board, commission or task forceCivic Engagement Coordinator Mai ThorOffice of Governor Mark Dayton and Lt. Governor Tina SmithMinnesota Department of Human Rights Olmstead Implementation OfficeNexus Community Partnerseng2017-11-09T16:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-317625" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-11-09T16:00:00ZServe on a state board or commission1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><img src="/irrrb/assets/Information%20Session%20Participants_tcm1047-317631.jpg" title="Information Session Participants" alt="Information Session Participants" style="float: right; width: 350px; height: 182px;" class="photoRightWithBorder" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="Information Session Participants" />Connect, engage and participate in the policy decisions that impact you by serving on a state board, commission or task force. Attend an information session to meet others who have served, hear about current opportunities and learn how to apply. Light refreshments will be provided.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">To request an ADA accommodation, please contact Civic Engagement Coordinator Mai Thor at 651.539.1165 or <a href="mailto:mai.thor@state.mn.us" target="_blank">mai.thor@state.mn.us</a> at least four business days in advance.</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><br /></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">WHEN &amp; WHERE:</span></strong></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">All sessions 6-8 p.m.</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">•</span> <span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Bemidji, Nov. 15</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">•</span> <span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Duluth, Nov. 16 </span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">•</span> <span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Worthington, Nov. 29 </span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">•</span> <span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Rochester, Nov. 30 </span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">•</span> <span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">St. Paul, Dec. 6 </span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">•</span> <span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Brooklyn Center, Dec. 13 </span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">•</span> <span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">St. Cloud, Dec. 14 </span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><em><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">This project is a joint initiative of the Office of Governor Mark Dayton and Lt. Governor Tina Smith, Minnesota Department of Human Rights, Olmstead Implementation Office and Nexus Community Partners, aimed at increasing the diversity of the state's boards and commissions. </span></em></p> <h1 style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;" /> </div> </div> </div>3176252018-04-30T13:44:52ZNews640News347130Highlighting Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation's B3 Benchmarking award, Grand Marais Cook County Airport renovation, Cornerstone Villa expansion and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerB3 Benchmarking award Grand Marais Cook County Airport Cornerstone Villa, Buhl Iron Range studentscareer awareness Entrepreneurs on Tap: Growing an Exceptional Staff and Culture Downtown and Business Corridor grant cycle openDowntown and Business Corridor grant cycle openeng2017-11-01T21:40:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-317071" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-11-01T21:40:00ZHighlighting Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation's B3 Benchmarking award, Grand Marais Cook County Airport renovation, Cornerstone Villa expansion and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Nov. 1 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation receives B3 Benchmarking award</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grand Marais Cook County Airport renovated</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Cornerstone Villa expanding Buhl facility</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Iron Range students take part in career awareness events</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Entrepreneurs on Tap focuses on growing an exceptional staff and culture</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Downtown and Business Corridor grant cycle open</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1c1d8a3" target="_blank">The Ranger - Nov. 1, 2017</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3170712018-07-24T19:04:22ZNews640NewsengNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-315987" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-10-23T15:14:43ZIRRR Board Meeting Scheduled for Thursday, October 26, 2017 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div>October 23, 2017</div> <div><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div> <div><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;">An IRRR Board Meeting has been scheduled for:</span></div> <div><span style="font-family: &quot;Open Sans&quot;, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;"><br /></span></div> <p>Thursday, October 26, 2017  <br /> 4:30 p.m.  <br /> Department of Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation - Administration Building <br /> Eveleth, Minnesota</p> <p>AGENDA</p> 1.  Reorganization of the Board <br />     a. Procedure for Electing a Chair/Vice Chair <br />     b. Election of Chair/Vice Chair <br /> 2.  Approval of May 23, 2017, Minutes <br /> 3.  Commissioner’s Comments <br /> 4.  Bois Forte Band of Chippewa <br /> 5.  FY18 Infrastructure Projects  <br /> 6.  Minnesota Dental Foundation <br /> 7.  VEEDA <br /> 8.  Iron Range Higher Education Account  <br /> 9.  School Collaboration Account <br /> 10. Adjournment <p><br /></p> <p>The IRRR Board packet will be available tomorrow morning on our website.</p> <p>The IRRR Board meeting can be viewed live on Thursday here.</p> </div> </div>3159872018-06-27T18:21:12ZNews640News347130Featuring Rivers Edge Assisted Living, Biwabik Township town hall and community center groundbreaking, $9 million Cook Hospital renovation and more IRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerRivers Edge Assisted Living Biwabik Township town hall and community center Cook Hospital addition and renovation Border to Border Broadband Conference Incredibly Ely Small Business Conference General Repair WorkerHuman Resources Director eng2017-10-18T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-316293" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-10-18T22:00:00ZFeaturing Rivers Edge Assisted Living, Biwabik Township town hall and community center groundbreaking, $9 million Cook Hospital renovation and more 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Oct. 18 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Rivers Edge Assisted Living brings old and new together</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Biwabik Township breaks ground on new town hall and community center</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Cook Hospital completes $9 million addition and renovation</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Border to Border Broadband Conference kicks off on Oct. 25</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Incredibly Ely Small Business Conference focuses on business growth and success</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* We're hiring!</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1be1638" target="_blank">The Ranger - Oct. 18, 2017</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3162932018-07-24T19:04:27ZNews640News347130Read about new ownership at Spring Creek Manufacturing, Vermilion Community College's Veterinary Technician Program and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerSpring Creek ManufacturingVeterinary Technician ProgramVermilion Community CollegeBe The Change seriesApplication FundMinnesota Manufacturing WeekCybersecurity Awareness Month in MinnesotaState of Minnesota Career Faireng2017-10-04T21:45:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-313822" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-10-04T21:45:00ZRead about new ownership at Spring Creek Manufacturing, Vermilion Community College's Veterinary Technician Program and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Oct. 4 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Spring Creek Manufacturing launches Minnesota products onto the national scene</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Veterinary Technician Program draws new students to Vermilion Community College</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Be The Change series kicks off with Theater of Public Policy</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Application Fund grant cycle now open</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Minnesota Manufacturing Week highlights state's largest industry</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month in Minnesota</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Reminder: State of Minnesota Career Fair slated for Oct. 14</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1bb03cd" target="_blank">The Ranger - Oct. 4, 2017</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3138222018-07-24T19:04:29ZNews640NewsNew owners Tom and Grant Sega to carry on commitment of American made qualityIron Range Resources & Rehabilitation BoardCommissioner Mark PhillipsSpring Creek Manufacturing, Mountain IronTom Sega, president of Spring Creek ManufacturingGrant Sega, vice president of Spring Creek ManufacturingChuck Newberg, product manager of Spring Creek ManufacturingDuluth Packeng2017-10-03T13:00:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-313581" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-10-03T13:00:00ZNew owners Tom and Grant Sega to carry on commitment of American made quality1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><img src="/irrrb/assets/Spring%20Creek_tcm1047-313584.png" title="Spring Creek" alt="Spring Creek" style="float: right; width: 350px; height: 233px;" class="photoRightWithBorder" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="Spring Creek" />The Sega family met the Newberg family several years ago when the Segas were traveling from Duluth to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW). The Segas had been using canoe equipment from the Newberg’s family owned business, Spring Creek Outfitters in Mountain Iron for their Canadian outdoor adventures. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">The Segas and Newbergs connected again at a Duluth Boat, Sport and Travel Show and began conversations about a possible sale of the company. In July 2017, Tom and son Grant Sega became the new owners of the Mountain Iron based company now called Spring Creek Manufacturing. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">“As avid outdoorsmen, our family used Spring Creek products for many years,” said Tom Sega, president of Spring Creek Manufacturing. “We were always drawn to its product quality, ingenuity and commitment to being made in America.” </span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">The Segas will carry on that same commitment of American made quality as they strive to expand the business into one focused on increased production and wholesale manufacturing of paddle sport accessories and stabilizers, canoe and kayak vehicle racks and industrial truck racks.   </span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">“We intend to get the canoe and kayak products into paddle shops across the nation through a dealership network,” said Vice President Grant Sega. “The kayak market has rapidly grown on the three national coasts, the Gulf, East and West, and their seasons are much longer than our season in northeastern Minnesota which presents an untapped opportunity for growth.” </span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The company will remain in the same building in downtown Mountain Iron, but the Segas are transforming it into a full-time production facility. Along with paddle supplies and racks, employees there will make anodized aluminum industrial truck racks which the Segas intend to sell to as many commercial users as possible, such as contractor and trades trucks.  </span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">“The industrial truck rack market is an enormous opportunity,“ said Grant Sega. “Because our racks are made of anodized aluminum they don’t rust, and we’ve already signed several contracts to exclusively supply these racks to regional and national contractors.”   </span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Product Manager Chuck Newberg will be making the industrial truck racks and is the son of Spring Creek’s original founder Ted Newberg. Ted started the company in 1985 out of his passion for paddle sports and wanting a better way to carry, haul, portage or propel his canoes. Vi Newberg, Ted’s wife still works at Spring Creek each morning as the receptionist.   </span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">“To assist with expanding a family-owned and operated business into a national distributor is exciting for the Iron Range economy,” said Mark Phillips, Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation commissioner. “Spring Creek has been a staple in Mountain Iron and the Iron Range for three decades, and we are eager to see what this company can grow into over the next thirty years.”    </span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">According to Tom Sega, a key to any company’s success is being passionate about it. He and his family intend to launch Minnesota-made products onto the national scene and further its commitment to making products in America, by American workers. </span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Tom Sega is also the owner of Duluth Pack, a 125-year old company that is nationally recognized for its iconic shell bags, travel packs and canoe packs. Duluth Pack is also committed to its products being made in the U.S.A.  </span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The Spring Creek project was assisted by a bank participation business loan from Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation and financed through Grand Rapids State Bank. </span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><a href="https://www.springcreek.com/" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Learn more about Spring Creek Manufacturing.</span></a></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/springcreekmfg/" target="_blank"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Connect with Spring Creek Manufacturing on Facebook.</span></font></a></p> </div> </div> </div>3135812017-10-06T18:39:24ZNews640News347130Highlighting Swan Machine's expansion, an upcoming Welding Talent Forum and moreIRRRB Iron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe RangerSwan MachineDarrin Swanson, Swan Machine chief executive officerWelding Talent ForumRoy Smith, director of talent development for Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation and NHEDTrent Janezich, director of Advanced Minnesota Fluxx grants management system Workforce Development ProgramRecharge the Range Active Living groupState of Minnesota Career Faireng2017-09-20T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-312317" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-09-20T22:00:00ZHighlighting Swan Machine's expansion, an upcoming Welding Talent Forum and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Sept. 20 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Swan Machine finds workers, success in Grand Rapids</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Welding Talent Forum scheduled for Sept. 27</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Fluxx grants management system enhances customer service to grant applicants </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Workforce Development Program now accepting applications</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Recharge the Range Active Living group seeking parent feedback</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Save the Date: State of Minnesota Career Fair</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1b75efc" target="_blank">The Ranger - Sept. 20, 2017</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3123172018-07-24T19:04:32ZNews640News347130Read about Lundgren's expansion, Minnesota Compass listening sessions and moreIRRRB The RangerLundgren'sMinnesota CompassDrilling Incentive Grant (Dig) Programeng2017-09-06T20:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-310470" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-09-06T20:30:00ZRead about Lundgren's expansion, Minnesota Compass listening sessions and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Sept. 6 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Lundgren's expands with new showroom, service and parts shop</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Minnesota Compass listening sessions slated for Grand Rapids, Hibbing</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Drilling Incentive Grant (DIG) Program now accepting applications </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Latest print edition of The Ranger now available</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1b5200c" target="_blank">The Ranger - Sept. 6, 2017</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3104702018-07-24T19:04:38ZNews640News347130Featuring Wi-Fi installations on Iron Range school buses and new Giants Ridge quad ski liftsIron Range Resources & RehabilitationThe Rangereng2017-09-05T13:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-310346" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-09-05T13:00:00ZFeaturing Wi-Fi installation on Iron Range school buses and new Giants Ridge quad ski lifts1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation publishes a print edition of The Ranger newsletter in the Mesabi Daily News, Hibbing Daily Tribune and Grand Rapids Herald-Review. Article topics in the September 2017 issue include:</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div>* A school on wheels: Wi-Fi opens up new learning doors on Iron Range school buses</div> <div> </div> <div>* Taking you to the top: Giants Ridge to unveil two new quad ski lifts for coming season  </div> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="/irrrb/assets/The%20Ranger%20September%202017_tcm1047-310354.pdf" title="The Ranger September 2017" target="_blank" xlink:title="The Ranger September 2017" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink">Read the print edition of The Ranger.</a></div>3103462018-07-24T19:04:37ZNews640News347130Highlighting Chisholm's new pocket park, the Aug. 31 Entrepreneurs on Tap forum, Culture and Tourism grant cycle, and more! IRRRB The RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2017-08-23T21:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-309127" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-08-23T21:00:00ZHighlighting Chisholm's new pocket park, the Aug. 31 Entrepreneurs on Tap forum, Culture and Tourism grant cycle, and more! 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Aug. 23 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Chisholm opens downtown pocket park</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Entrepreneurs on Tap forum slated for Aug. 31</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Culture and Tourism Grant application window opens Sept. 1</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Take the Iron Range Broadband Communities survey</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1b26d7a" target="_blank">The Ranger - Aug. 23, 2017</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3091272018-07-24T19:03:21ZNews640NewsApplications for this permanent, full-time position are due Sept. 5 Iron Range Resources & Rehabilitation General Repair Workereng2017-08-18T19:00:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-309126" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-08-18T19:00:00ZApplications for this permanent, full-time position are due Sept. 5 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><strong>CAREER OPPORTUNITY</strong></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">General Repair Worker</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">Permanent, Full-time Position</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">Eveleth, Minn.</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">The general repair worker performs semi-skilled jobs in a variety of trade areas in order to maintain a clean, safe and operational facility. Other duties include replacing parts, making minor adjustments to machinery, and repairing and cleaning buildings, equipment and miscellaneous articles.</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">Learn more and apply online at <a href="https://www.mn.gov/careers" target="_blank">https://www.mn.gov/careers</a>. Job ID number is 15610</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">Contact Kerri Dahl with questions at <a href="mailto:%20kerri.dahl@state.mn.us">kerri.dahl@state.mn.us</a> or 218-735-3009.</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">Application deadline: 9/5/17</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">Equal Opportunity Employer</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"> </p> </div> </div> </div>3091262017-08-28T14:46:11ZNews640NewsThe forum, titled “Starting Your Business on the Iron Range," features a panel discussion led by Anna Anderson of Art Unlimited in Cook. Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Recharge the RangeEntrepreneurs on TapStarting Your Business on the Iron RangeAnna Anderson of Art Unlimited in CookMegan Kellin, Lake Time Magazine, Lake Bride Magazine, Rapids Hotel and Lake & Co. Keny Adams, Country Kitchen FranchisesCarol Carlson, Comet Theatereng2017-08-10T15:00:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-308434" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-08-10T15:00:00ZThe forum, titled “Starting Your Business on the Iron Range," features a panel discussion led by Anna Anderson of Art Unlimited in Cook. 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><img src="/irrrb/assets/Entrepreneurs%20On%20Tap_tcm1047-308437.png" title="Entrepreneurs On Tap" alt="Entrepreneurs On Tap" style="float: right; width: 300px; height: 88px;" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="Entrepreneurs On Tap" />The second in a series of small business forums is planned for Thursday, Aug. 31 at Minnesota Discovery Center in Chisholm. </p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">Entrepreneurs on Tap is being hosted by the Recharge the Range Small Business Strategies Action Group. </p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">The forum, titled “Starting Your Business on the Iron Range," features a panel discussion led by Anna Anderson of Art Unlimited in Cook. </p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">Panelists include: Megan Kellin, Lake Time Magazine, Lake Bride Magazine, Rapids Hotel and Lake &amp; Co.; Keny Adams, Country Kitchen Franchises; and Carol Carlson, Comet Theater. </p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">They will speak about real experiences of successful startups, effective tips and tools for bootstrapping, crowdfunding how tos and available resources. </p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">Doors open at 5 p.m., and complimentary appetizers will be served. The forum will run from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., followed by an opportunity for additional networking. </p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">The event is free to the public, but registration is requested. </p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><a href="/irrrb/assets/Entrepreneurs%20On%20Tap%20Flyer_tcm1047-308436.pdf" title="Entrepreneurs On Tap Flyer" target="_blank" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="Entrepreneurs On Tap Flyer">View the event flyer.</a></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/entrepreneurs-on-tap-starting-your-business-on-the-iron-range-tickets-36718913258">Register for Entrepreneurs on Tap.</a></p> </div> </div> </div>3084342017-08-23T19:01:01ZNews640News347130Featuring the North Shore Health Hospital renovation, Two Harbors campground expansion dedication, Ely Veterans Memorial dedication, and more! IRRRB The RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2017-08-09T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-308389" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-08-09T22:00:00ZFeaturing the North Shore Health Hospital renovation, Two Harbors campground expansion, Ely Veterans Memorial dedication, and more! 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Aug. 9 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* North Shore Health Hospital renovation nears completion</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Two Harbors dedicates campground expansion to Rep. David Dill</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Veterans Memorial to be dedicated in Ely</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Giants Ridge Chalet and Event Center among top projects of 2016</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Try the biggest chair on the North Shore on for size</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Entrepreneurs on Tap forum to be held Aug. 31</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1ae1615" target="_blank">The Ranger - Aug. 9, 2017</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3083892018-07-24T19:03:23ZNews640News347130Highlighting the "Xanadu" dinner theatre that is rolling into Hibbing, renovation of the Kiwanis Park in Chisholm and more! IRRRB The RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2017-07-19T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-304557" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-07-19T22:00:00ZHighlighting the "Xanadu" dinner theatre that is rolling into Hibbing, renovation of the Kiwanis Park in Chisholm and more! 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The July 19 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* "Xanadu" dinner theatre rolls into Hibbing</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Renovation of Kiwanis Park in Chisholm nears completion</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Development Infrastructure Grant Program accepting applications</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Business Energy Retrofit Program information session set for Eveleth</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1aaccfb" target="_blank">The Ranger - July 19, 2017</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3045572018-07-24T19:03:52ZNews640NewsMakes its debut at upcoming Red Ore Run & Taconite Trot in HibbingIron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Race in a BoxRanger Runners Running ClubBrian St. George, president of Ranger Runners Running ClubRed Ore Run & Taconite Trot in Hibbingeng2017-07-06T16:30:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-301965" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-07-06T16:30:00ZMakes its debut at upcoming Red Ore Run & Taconite Trot in Hibbing1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><img src="/irrrb/assets/Range%20Runners%20Brian%20St.%20George_tcm1047-301966.jpg" title="Range Runners Brian St. George" alt="Range Runners Brian St. George" style="float: right; width: 300px; height: 199px;" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="Range Runners Brian St. George" />Runners from across the Iron Range and beyond will experience a new level of high-quality racing beginning this summer thanks to a new “Race in a Box” project developed by Range Runners Running Club. </p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">“Race in a Box” is an 8 ½-foot by 20-foot trailer stuffed with the latest technology and equipment required to conduct a first-class running event. </p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">“Race in a Box” makes its debut at Saturday’s 8 a.m. Red Ore Run &amp; Taconite Trot in Hibbing.</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">More than 500 runners are expected to participate in the Red Ore Run 10K run, 5K run/walk and a 1K Taconite Trot.</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">“This is going to boost running on the Iron Range,” said Brian St. George, president of the 65-member club. “We’re going from a guy standing at the starting line with a starting gun to professionally timed races. We’ll see a lot more quality races.”</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">Five Iron Range running groups, which have annually held races in Hibbing, Chisholm, Hoyt Lakes, and Virginia, joined together to support “Race in a Box.”</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">Equipped with a chip-based electronic timing system, a start-finish line arch, signs, barricades, cones, generator, and other running gear, “Race in a Box” will be used at all five Iron Range running events this summer.</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">“We all had a few race items, and we got together and said ‘if we can all get along and store it in one place,’ it would be great,” said St. George. “At first we threw around the idea of renting a storage unit, but then we came up with the idea of a trailer.”</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation supported the project with a Culture &amp; Tourism grant.</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">The portability of “Race in a Box” allows it to be used at races anywhere, said St. George. </p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">“When we started our club four years ago, it was a shock to us that there were that many people on the Range who wanted to run,” said St. George. “The whole point (of Race in a Box) is enhancing running on the Iron Range, but if our schedule is open and it brings money into the club, our committee is open to talking with other running events about the use of it at other races.”</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">Proceeds from using “Race in a Box” at additional events will all be reinvested into additional equipment for the trailer.   </p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">Range Runners Running Club hopes the portable system will bring more runners and even larger running events to the Iron Range.</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">And, “Race in a Box” has also already drawn interest from two Iron Range high school cross country teams to provide high-tech timing at meets, said St. George.</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">For additional information contact St. George at <a href="mailto:%20members@rangerunners.org">members@rangerunners.org</a>.</p> </div> </div> </div>3019652017-07-06T17:09:19ZNews640News Program assists business owners with funding energy efficiency improvements to their buildingsIron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Business Energy Retrofit Program (BER)Valentini's Supper Club, ChisholmEveleth City Hall Council ChambersMinnPACEUSDAREAPeng2017-07-05T19:00:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-302188" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-07-05T19:00:00Z Program assists business owners with funding energy efficiency improvements to their buildings1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><img src="/irrrb/assets/BER%20Icon_tcm1047-302189.jpg" title="BER Icon" alt="BER Icon" style="float: right; width: 100px; height: 139px;" class="photoRightWithBorder" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="BER Icon" />Two information sessions designed to educate business owners about Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation's Business Energy Retrofit (BER) Grant Program are slated for this month. </p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">The first session will be held at Valentini's Supper Club in Chisholm on Thursday, July 13 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. RSVP to <a href="mailto:%20info@chisholmchamber.com" target="_blank">info@chisholmchamber.com</a> or 218-254-7930.</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">A second session will be held at the Eveleth City Hall Council Chambers on Tuesday, July 25 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. </p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">The BER program assists business owners within the Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation service area with funding energy efficiency improvements to their buildings.</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">The program offers business owners a grant to fund one-third of the total cost of the project, up to a maximum grant of $20,000.</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">Types of eligible projects, funding availability and information about other projects funded through the program will be presented at the information session.</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">Other potential sources of energy saving funding, such as MinnPACE, USDA, REAP, and area utilities, will also be presented at the meeting.</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;">Business owners and community members are invited to attend.</p> </div> </div> </div>3021882017-07-07T22:41:23ZNews640News347130Featuring new Lake Life exhibit at Children's Discovery Museum, impacts of the Business Energy Retrofit Program, and more! IRRRB The RangerCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2017-06-28T19:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-301968" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-06-28T19:00:00ZFeaturing new Lake Life exhibit at Children's Discovery Museum, impacts of the Business Energy Retrofit Program, and more! 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The June 14 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New Lake Life exhibit opens at Children’s Discovery Museum</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* 150 businesses make energy improvements with Business Energy Retrofit Program</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Northern Lights Music Festival brings world class talent to Iron Range</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Area farmers markets open for the season</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Taconite plant tours offered at Hibbing Taconite</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1a48e42" target="_blank">The Ranger - June 28, 2017</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />3019682018-07-24T19:03:57ZNews640NewsTeaches children about water quality, invasive species, and a variety of outdoor topics Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Children’s Discovery MuseumLake Life exhibit John Kelsch, Children’s Discovery Museumr directorVickie Rassmussen-Wilcox, Children's Discovery Museum board of directorseng2017-06-26T16:30:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-301184" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-06-26T16:30:00ZTeaches children about water quality, invasive species, and a variety of outdoor topics 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><img src="/irrrb/assets/John%20Kelsch_tcm1047-301187.jpg" title="John Kelsch" alt="John Kelsch" style="float: right; width: 300px; height: 168px;" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="John Kelsch" /></span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">GRAND RAPIDS – Doors had hardly opened for the day when energized children began flooding in with smiling parents and grandparents in tow.</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; margin-top: 14px; margin-bottom: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35);">“It’s going to be a busy day,” said John Kelsch, Children’s Discovery Center director.</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; margin-top: 14px; margin-bottom: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35);">As the only children’s museum north of Duluth, the 17,500 square-foot facility has over the past few months been full of life.</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; margin-top: 14px; margin-bottom: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35);">That’s partly because the museum in April opened a new exhibit – Lake Life.</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; margin-top: 14px; margin-bottom: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35);">Supported by an Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board Culture &amp; Tourism grant and Minnesota Legacy funding, Lake Life teaches children about water quality, invasive species, and a variety of outdoor topics. </p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; margin-top: 14px; margin-bottom: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35);">Within the interactive exhibit are a fishing dock, maple syrup operation, a cabin, log crawl, bog walk, climbing wall, bicycle-propelled wind turbine, deer stand, bird on an overhead track, and a stage. </p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; margin-top: 14px; margin-bottom: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35);">A water tank and secchi disk, allowing children to learn about water transparency and turbidity, are being added this summer.     </p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; margin-top: 14px; margin-bottom: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35);">“We thought how great it would be at an early age for kids to learn about these things,” said Kelsch. “And we felt the exhibit should relate to our area because we have 1,000 lakes here (Itasca County). It’s something you couldn’t really do at other children’s museums.” </p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; margin-top: 14px; margin-bottom: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35);">Since opening the exhibit in April, more than 2,000 early childhood, kindergarten, and grades first through third schoolchildren from across northeastern Minnesota have learned about water clarity, zebra mussels, and the natural environment.</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; margin-top: 14px; margin-bottom: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35);">“Knowing that many people come up here and stay at their cabins, we thought an ‘up north’ theme would be good,” said Vickie Rassmussen-Wilcox, a member of the museum’s board of directors. “And we’re seeing more and more fathers bring their children here, which is nice to see.”</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; margin-top: 14px; margin-bottom: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35);">All schoolchildren and teachers who attend as a group during the school year are admitted free thanks to Minnesota Legacy funding.</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; margin-top: 14px; margin-bottom: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35);">Since 2000, the museum has hosted 222 different schools from 87 communities.</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; margin-top: 14px; margin-bottom: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35);">“We have a lower income population up here, and a lot of those kids don’t get to go to Minneapolis and enjoy the wonderful enrichment programs they have at (children’s museum) down there,” said Kelsch.  </p> <p class="gd_p" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 14px; margin-bottom: 14px; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(35, 35, 35);">Beginning in September, a curriculum that goes deeper into water quality and other subjects will be offered to school groups.</p> <p class="gd_p" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 14px; margin-bottom: 14px; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(35, 35, 35);">“A lot of the same schools come back year after year,” said Kelsch. “But with the new curriculum, I’m sure we will see some schools that haven’t been here for five or six years.”</p> <p class="gd_p" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 14px; margin-bottom: 14px; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(35, 35, 35);">Besides 15,000 square-feet of varied children’s activities, the facility also includes the Judy Garland Museum, featuring hundreds of “Wizard of Oz,” artifacts and a carriage used in the classic film once owned by President Abraham Lincoln.</p> <p class="gd_p" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 14px; margin-bottom: 14px; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(35, 35, 35);">“Many people perceive us as a Judy Garland museum, but we’re much more than that,” said Kelsch. “We have two separate museums, two newsletters and two websites.”</p> <p class="gd_p" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 14px; margin-bottom: 14px; font-stretch: normal; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(35, 35, 35);">The museum is open to the public 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Sunday through Sept. 30.</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><em style="color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Pictured above: John Kelsch, Children's Discovery Museum director, in the museum's new Lake Life exhibit.</em></p> </div> </div> </div>3011842017-06-30T16:10:27ZNews640NewsOpens Sunday, July 2 in AuroraIron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Northern Lights Music FestivalVeda Zuponciceng2017-06-22T16:30:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-301185" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-06-22T16:30:00ZOpens Sunday, July 2 in Aurora1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><img src="/irrrb/assets/NLMF_tcm1047-301188.jpg" title="NLMF" alt="NLMF" style="float: right; width: 300px; height: 225px;" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="NLMF" />Classical musical talent from across the world is coming to the Iron Range.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The 14th annual Northern Lights Music Festival, a three-week extravaganza featuring world caliber classical musical performances, opens Sunday, July 2, and runs for three weeks in communities across northeastern Minnesota.</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">“It started out as a way to bring some action to the community,” said Veda Zuponcic, an Aurora native and concert pianist who founded the festival. “It’s now a big operation with over 100 people who come in from all over the world to perform.”</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Internationally known performers in opera, chamber music and orchestra, along with award-winning young performers, will conduct musical performances, chamber music coachings, masterclasses, and daily lessons over the three-weeks.</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">It’s an opportunity for northeastern Minnesotans and visitors to be entertained by the music of composers such as Tchaikovsky and Copland performed by renowned musicians from Russia and across the United States.</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Gavriel Heine of the Mariinsky Theater in St. Petersburg, Russia, is the festival’s conductor/music director.  Russian bass Maxim Mikhailov performs, teaches and directs the festival’s opera.  </span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">“If you like classical music, symphony or opera, it’s for you,” said Zuponcic of the festival.</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation is supporting the festival with a Culture &amp; Tourism grant. </span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Events begin at 2 p.m., Sunday, July 2, with a Vance Gellert “Iron Country” photography exhibit at Veda Zuponcic Auditorium Lobby at Mesabi East High School in Aurora.</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">A Gala Opening Concert is at 4 p.m., Sunday, July 2, at Mesabi East High School Auditorium featuring violin, cello and piano performances.</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">A Festive Fourth! Northern Lights Music Festival orchestra concert is at 4 p.m., Tuesday, July 4, at Mesabi East High School Auditorium.</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Free “Kids for Kids” concerts are at 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, July 5, at Aurora Public Library and 11 a.m., Thursday, July 6, at Virginia Public Library.  </span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Over the three weeks, a variety of additional musical performances will be held in Aurora, Chisholm, Virginia, Eveleth, Duluth, Hibbing, Ely, Grand Marais, and Bemidji, concluding July 23.</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">“It’s all because of Aurora,” said Zuponcic, who was born in Aurora and has performed on four continents. “In our little way, it’s a contribution to our home town.”</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Tickets for ticketed events are available online, at the door, or at Bradach Lumber in Aurora; Schmitt Music in Virginia; Valentini’s Supper Club in Chisholm; or Kess Gallery &amp; Frame Shop in Ely.  </span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Visit <a href="http://www.northernlightsmusic.org/" target="_blank">www.northernlightsmusic.org</a> for a complete schedule and additional information.</span></p> </div> </div> </div>3011852017-06-27T13:03:37ZNews640NewsMarkets across the area growing in popularity and expanding offeringsIron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Farmers Marketseng2017-06-22T16:00:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-301186" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-06-22T16:00:00ZMarkets across the area growing in popularity and expanding offerings1047<img src="/irrrb/assets/Farmers%20Market_tcm1047-301189.jpg" title="Farmers Market" alt="Farmers Market" style="float: right; width: 300px; height: 168px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="Farmers Market" /> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The growing season in northeastern Minnesota is short.</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">But the opportunities to buy locally grown, healthy foods are many.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Farmers markets across the area are growing in popularity and expanding offerings.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">“We have many new vendors this year,” said Marlise Riffel, an organizer of the Virginia Farmers Market. “We also have the Power of Produce program for kids age 4-12 starting on July 6.” </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Power of Produce (PoP) is a farmer market incentive program that each week provides a $2 token to children ages 4-12 to spend on fresh fruits and vegetables. The goal is to engage children at farmers markets and empower them to make healthful food choices.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Within the region, the PoP program is also available at the Ely and Hibbing farmers markets.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">For all shoppers, it’s best to get to farmers markets early to buy the most popular items, or show up late to perhaps get the best deal, according to the University of Minnesota Extension.   </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Here’s a quick list of area farmers markets. </span></font><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Enjoy!</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Aitkin Farmers Market – Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the historic Butler Building, 301 Minnesota Avenue North in Aitkin</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Cook Area Farmers Market – Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in downtown Cook</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Cook County Farm and Craft Market – Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Senior Center parking lot in downtown Grand Marais</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Ely Farmers Market – Tuesdays from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Whiteside Park in Ely</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Finland Farmers Market – Thursdays, 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Clair Nelson Center in Finland</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Hibbing – Tuesdays, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. across from McDonald’s along Highway 37</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Grand Rapids Farmers Market – Wednesdays and Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. next to Glen’s Army Navy store along U.S. Highway 2</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Kunnari’s Farm Market – Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., along 8th Street South in Virginia</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Tower Farmers Market – Fridays, 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. by the train in downtown Tower</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Two Harbors Farmers Market – Saturdays, 9 a.m. to noon at the Band Shell park</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Virginia Farmers Market – Thursdays, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Virginia City Center Park near downtown</span></font></p> </div> </div> </div>3011862017-06-27T13:01:00ZNews640News347130Highlighting Detroit Reman-DMR Electronics' 10th anniversary celebration, Minnesota Diversified Industries' groundbreaking, and more! IRRRB The RangerDetroit Reman-DMR ElectronicsHugh VidovicCommissioner Mark PhillipsSanjiv Khurana, president of Detroit Diesel Remanufacturing LLCMinnesota Diversified IndustriesPeter McDermott, MDI president and chief operating officerTwin Cities Business magazineBenji Neff, Giants Ridge director of mountain sportsBob Kill, president of Enterprise Minnesotaeng2017-06-14T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-299707" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-06-14T22:00:00ZHighlighting Detroit Reman-DMR Electronics' 10th anniversary celebration, Minnesota Diversified Industries' groundbreaking, and more! 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The June 14 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Detroit Reman-DMR Electronics remains a poster child for success</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Minnesota Diversified Industries begins construction on new facility</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New publication celebrates changin' times on the Iron Range</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Climbing wall opens to public at Giants Ridge</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Identifying the 'state' of manufacturing</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/19ecef2" target="_blank">The Ranger - June 14, 2017</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />2997072018-07-24T19:03:53ZNews640News“The Iron Range – The times they are a changin’…” is a 16-page special section appearing in Twin Cities Business and Duluth News TribuneIron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Iron RangeDuluth“The Iron Range – The times they are a changin’…” Twin Cities Business magazine Duluth News TribuneChristine Kennedy of Iron Range EngineeringLaTisha Gietzen of PolyMet MiningJaime Johnson of ArcelorMittal Tasha Niemi of Cliffs Natural Resources Hibbing Area Chamber of CommerceLaurentian Chamber of CommerceALLETE/Minnesota PowerArcelor Mittal Cliffs Natural ResourcesIron Mining Association Iron Range EngineeringIron Range Tourism BureauMining Minnesota PolyMet Mining eng2017-05-25T16:30:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-296947" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-05-25T16:30:00Z“The Iron Range – The times they are a changin’…” is a 16-page special section appearing in Twin Cities Business and Duluth News Tribune1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">The contribution of Minnesota’s Iron Range to the region, state and nation is being celebrated in Twin Cities Business magazine and the Duluth News Tribune.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">“The Iron Range – The times they are a changin’…” is <a href="http://www.pageturnpro.com/Twin-Cities-Business/78565-IRRRB/default.html#page/undefined" target="_blank">a 16-page special section</a> that tells the story of how mining has become a highly technical industry and details the success of local world-class vendors and manufacturers that produce goods and services for the region, state and nation. Development of the region’s talent pipeline and a highly-successful Iron Range customer engagement industry are also highlighted.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Produced by Twin Cities Business, the section was released May 22 in Twin Cities Business and will be released May 28 in the Duluth News Tribune.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Minnesota’s iron ore mining industry has a more than $3 billion annual impact on Minnesota’s economy and along with Iron Range manufacturers, vendors, educational institutions, and customer engagement centers plays a key role in the region’s economic well-being. Iron ore pellets produced at Iron Range mines are shipped through Duluth, Superior, Two Harbors, or by rail, to make domestic steel for the nation’s infrastructure, vehicles, appliances and more.  </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">The section also recognizes the Iron Range for its clean lakes, forests, outdoor recreational opportunities and quality of life that draws visitors from across the state and nation.        </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Successful women in mining featured in the special section are Christine Kennedy of Iron Range Engineering, LaTisha Gietzen of PolyMet Mining, Jaime Johnson of ArcelorMittal and Tasha Niemi of Cliffs Natural Resources. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">The Hibbing Area Chamber of Commerce, Laurentian Chamber of Commerce, ALLETE/Minnesota Power, Arcelor Mittal, Cliffs Natural Resources, Iron Mining Association,  Iron Range Engineering, Iron Range Tourism Bureau, Mining Minnesota, PolyMet Mining and Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board supported production of the special section.   </span></font></p> </div> </div> </div>2969472017-05-25T16:23:22ZNews640NewsMeeting to be held in St. PaulIron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)eng2017-05-18T19:43:34ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-295401" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-05-18T19:43:11ZMeeting to be held in St. Paul1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div>An IRRR Board meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, May 23, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. in Room 2412 of the Minnesota Senate Building. The meeting packet will be posted at https://mn.gov/irrrb/about-us/who-we-are/board-meetings.jsp</div> <div> </div> <div>AGENDA</div> <div>1. Roll Call</div> <div>2. Approval of February 28, 2017, Minutes</div> <div>3. Commissioner’s Comments</div> <div>4. 2017 Infrastructure Projects </div> <div>5. Giants Ridge Recreation Tax </div> <div>a. Bike Trail/Hiking Trail Expansion </div> <div>6. Iron Range Higher Education Account</div> <div>a. Veterinary Technician Program at Vermilion Community College</div> <div>7. FY18 Budget</div> <div>8. Adjournment</div> </div> </div>2954012018-06-27T18:22:21ZNews640News347130Featuring the new Natural Harvest Food Co-op, production of Cliffs' new 'Mustang' iron ore pellet, Advanced Minnesota Leadership Academy, and more! IRRRB The RangerNatural Harvest Food Co-opAnja Parenteau, general manager, Natural Harvest Food Co-opCliffs Natural Resources Inc. ‘Mustang’ iron ore pellet, United Taconite MineFairview Range employeesAdvanced Minnesota Leadership AcademyKris Madich, Fairview Range staff education managerTaconite Harbor Public Access and Safe HarborPolicy and a Pint eng2017-05-17T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-296936" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-05-17T22:00:00ZFeaturing the new Natural Harvest Food Co-op, production of Cliffs' new 'Mustang' iron ore pellet, Advanced Minnesota Leadership Academy, and more! 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The May 17 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Business sprouting rapidly at new Natural Harvest Food Co-op</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Cliffs Natural Resources Inc. begins production of new ‘Mustang’ iron ore pellet at its United Taconite Mines</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Fairview Range employees graduate from Advanced Minnesota Leadership Academy</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* See the shore</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Reminder: Policy and a Pint workforce event set for May 18 in Chisholm</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/19ae8dc" target="_blank">The Ranger - May 17, 2017</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />2969362018-07-24T19:04:13ZNews640News347130Highlighting MDI's Work Skills 101 program, Culture and Tourism grants, Policy and a Pint event, and more! IRRRB The RangerMinnesota Diversified Industries (MDI) Work Skills 101 programKaleb Christensen, MDIMichael Raich, MDI board of directorsJeanne Eglinton, director of employment services, MDICulture and Tourism grantsPolicy and a PintSandee Joppa is the Executive Director of Real Time TalentAaron Brown, MinnesotaBrown.comRoy Smith Director of Talent Development at IRRRB and Northeast Higher Education District (NHED). Citizens League 89.3 The Current National Small Business Weekeng2017-05-03T21:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-296927" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-05-03T21:00:00ZHighlighting MDI's Work Skills 101 program, Culture and Tourism grants, Policy and a Pint event, and more! 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The May 3 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* MDI workers gain new confidence through Work Skills 101 program</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* IRRRB announces second round of Culture and Tourism grants</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Policy and a Pint bringing workforce event to the Iron Range on May 18</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* It's National Small Business Week!</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/196f762" target="_blank">The Ranger - May 3, 2017</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />2969272018-07-24T19:04:17ZNews640NewsIron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)eng2017-05-01T20:00:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-292895" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-05-01T20:00:00ZFifteen projects across northeastern Minnesota funded 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">EVELETH – IRRRB announces the recipients of its second round of FY17 Culture and Tourism Grant Program awards.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Grants totaling nearly $150,000 are awarded to 15 projects in northeastern Minnesota.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">IRRRB Culture and Tourism grants are awarded on a competitive basis to non-profits within the IRRRB service area for arts, culture, heritage and recreational projects essential to quality of life and the economy.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">IRRRB Culture and Tourism Grant Program FY17 second round awards:</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Biwabik Civic Association, Biwabik - $1,500</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support creation of a Honk the Moose mascot costume to help promote Biwabik, Giants Ridge and the Mesabi Trail.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Borealis Art Guild, Hibbing - $10,000</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support acquisition of a high quality scanner to allow area artists to produce fine art quality prints.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Ely Folk School, Ely - $4,500</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support a marketing campaign outside the Arrowhead Region.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Eveleth Elks Lodge, Eveleth - $5,000</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support development of a 9-hole disc golf course in Eveleth.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Finland Historical Society, Finland - $16,250</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support restoration of the John Pine House Finnish Homestead and sauna building.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Grand Rapids Itasca Mountain Biking Association, Grand Rapids - $17,250</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support development of a mountain bike trail system at the Tioga Recreation Area.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Greenwood Community Recreation Board, Lake Vermilion - $15,000</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support recreation development at Greenwood Township Recreation Area.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Iron Range Historical Society, Gilbert - $10,000</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support redevelopment of the Skibo Vista east of Hoyt Lakes.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Iron Range Partnership for Sustainability, Virginia - $2,750</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support promotion of the Virginia Market Square Farmers Market and Growing Together Community Gardens.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Itasca Ski and Outing, Coleraine - $10,000</span></strong></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support capital improvement roof repair at the Mount Itasca chalet.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Kaleva Building Corporation, Virginia - $7,000</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support capital improvement projects at Kaleva Hall.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Mesabi Musical Theatre, Gilbert – $6,000</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support the production of summer dinner theatres.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Northern Lights Nordic Ski Club, Grand Rapids - $17,250</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support construction of a public Nordic ski warming house/meeting space/storage building on Sugar Hills Trail south of Grand Rapids.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Old School Lives, Cotton - $7,500</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support signage and website improvements.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">St. Louis County Historical Society, Hibbing - $20,000</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support development of a Hill of Three Waters exhibit at the new Hibbing mine view visitor center.  </span></font></p> </div> </div> </div>2928952017-05-03T18:10:00ZNews640News347130Read about the Spectrum Health Virginia Carefree Living open house, Giants Ridge golf, and more! IRRRB The RangerSpectrum HealthVirginia Carefree Living FacilityChris Ismil, community development, IRRRBJon Monacelli, executive vice-president finance, planning and development, Spectrum Health CompaniesCommissioner Mark Phillips, IRRRBSteve Peterson, executive director of development, IRRRBMerle Sampson, chief executive officer and owner, Spectrum Health CompaniesJanelle Greschner, business recruiter, IRRRBGiants Ridge golfThe QuarryThe LegendEntrepreneurs on TapRecharge the Rangeeng2017-04-19T21:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-296924" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-04-19T21:00:00ZRead about the Spectrum Health Virginia Carefree Living open house, Giants Ridge golf, and more! 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The April 19 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Spectrum Health hosts open house at Virginia Carefree Living facility</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* MAKE GIANT MEMORIES: Golf at Giants Ridge</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Reminder: “Entrepreneurs on Tap” forum set for May 11</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Latest print edition of The Ranger now available</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1950972" target="_blank">The Ranger - April 19, 2017</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />2969242018-07-24T19:03:12ZNews640NewsFeaturing Iron Range recreational trail opportunitiesIRRRB The RangerIRRRB Commissioner Mark PhillipsLarry Folstad, president, Northern Traxx ATV ClubBeth Pierce, Iron Range Tourism Bureau executive directorRon Potter, Prospector Look trail administratorPaul Knuti, horseback riding enthusiastMesabi TrailBob Manzoline, executive director of the St. Louis and Lake Counties Regional Rail AuthorityArdy Nurmi-Wilberg, Club MesabiLuther Kemp, president of the Iron Range Off-Road Cyclists (IROC)Recharge the Rangeeng2017-04-17T13:00:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-290343" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-04-17T13:00:00ZFeaturing Iron Range recreational trail opportunities1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">IRRRB publishes a print edition of The Ranger newsletter in the Mesabi Daily News, Hibbing Daily Tribune and Grand Rapids Herald-Review. Article topics in the April 2017 issue include:</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div>* Happy Trails - until we ride again: Iron Range recreational trail opportunities abundant, expanding</div> <div> </div> <div>* Recharge the Range groups taking action, a message from IRRRB Commissioner Mark Phillips </div> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="/irrrb/assets/The%20Ranger%20April%202017_tcm1047-290354.pdf" title="The Ranger April 2017" target="_blank" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="The Ranger April 2017">Read the print edition of The Ranger. </a></div>2903432017-04-19T21:27:18ZNews640News347130Featuring the "Entrepreneurs on Tap" event, Chisholm Downtown Revitalization Project, Labo awards, and more! IRRRB The RangerEntrepreneurs on TapRecharge the RangeMike Larson of Kondos Outdoors in ElyKarin Woodman of 24hr Bookkeeper in Hibbing RaeAnne Conat of Swanky Sweet Pea in International FallsChisholm Downtown Revitalization ProjectLabovitz Entrepreneurial Success AwardsMinnesota Section of the Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration (SME) Conference Giants Ridgeeng2017-04-05T20:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-286352" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-04-05T20:00:00ZFeaturing the "Entrepreneurs on Tap" event, Chisholm Downtown Revitalization Project, Labo awards, and more! 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The April 5 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* “Entrepreneurs on Tap” series to connect small Iron Range businesses</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Chisholm Downtown Revitalization Project plans April 11 unveiling</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Labovitz Entrepreneurial Success Awards luncheon slated for April 26</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* SME Conference set for April 17-19 in Duluth</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Giants Ridge to host Easter brunch and egg hunt</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1921da2" target="_blank">The Ranger - April 5, 2017</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />2863522018-07-24T19:03:17ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-285333" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-03-28T13:41:23ZGiants Ridge to operate under single management 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">March 28, 2017 </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">EVELETH, Minnesota - A contract has been finalized under which Guest Services, Inc., in partnership with Billy Casper Golf, will manage all Giants Ridge operations, Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) Commissioner Mark Phillips announced today.</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Effective May 1, 2017, Guest Services, Inc. and Billy Casper Golf will oversee all Giants Ridge operations, including golf, ski, rental, retail, concessions, and facilities.</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Giants Ridge in Biwabik includes two 18-hole championship golf courses, hiking trails, award winning bike trails, alpine and nordic ski operations, wedding, banquet and conference facilities. More than 100,000 visitors enjoy the many offerings at Giants Ridge each year. </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Existing contracts with multiple vendors for golf, ski, rental, retail, food and beverage, and other operations, expire April 30, 2017. </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">During the month of April, a transition will occur from the current multi-vendor operational model to the new model. The transition comes following 18 months of studies involving numerous stakeholder groups about ways to make Giants Ridge more efficient and more successful.</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">IRRRB will continue to own all Giants Ridge physical assets and property. </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">“Giants Ridge is the crown jewel of the Iron Range. This is an operating model and partnership that provides Giants Ridge with new opportunities to grow and attract more visitors and investment,” said Phillips. “Guest Services has an excellent track record of delivering the top level of customer experience. IRRRB will continue to own and invest in Giants Ridge to ensure it remains a premier destination and a key contributor to the region’s economy.” </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">For each dollar invested in Giants Ridge, 1.6 dollars goes back to the local economy, creating a more than $43 million multiplier economic impact, according to a 2016 Giants Ridge Economic Impact Analysis performed by THK Associates Inc., of Aurora, Colo. Giants Ridge employs more than 150. </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">“We are proud to officially launch our new partnership with IRRRB, and we look forward to delivering spectacular visitor services and experiences at Minnesota’s #1 Family Vacation Destination – Giants Ridge,” said Scott Shepherd, Chief Commercial Officer at Guest Services, Inc.  “Our very unique corporate culture and our Recreation Area first operating mentality perfectly situate our firm to commit the most to the iconic properties we’re privileged and honored to steward.  It’s also very important to our firm to provide meaningful local jobs that offer great benefits.”</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">“Billy Casper Golf was built through golf innovation, superior customer service, and unparalleled industry expertise,” said Mike Cutler, Senior Vice President of Billy Casper Golf. “We look forward to our partnership with Guest Services, Inc., and delivering the ultimate customer experience to Giants Ridge visitors.”   </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The new <a href="http://www.guestservices.com/giantsridge/" target="_blank">www.GiantsRidgeCareers.com</a> website will debut this week to effectively communicate transition updates, list available employment opportunities and details for how to apply.  Representatives from Guest Services, Inc. and Billy Casper Golf will also be on site this week to meet current employees, begin the employment transition process, as well as conduct a career fair for any remaining (available) positions.</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">About Guest Services, Inc.</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">For over a century, Guest Services, Inc. has earned the reputation as a premier hospitality management company and national and state park concessioner that has taken great care and pride in delivering best-in-class food, lodging, retail and recreation services. The Fairfax, Virginia-based company and its subsidiaries employ over 4,000 valued team members at more than 300 properties, which welcome approximately 35 million guests annually across the United States. Guest Services, Inc. is proud to welcome guests at the award-winning DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Naples, The Lodge at Breckenridge, Mount Rainier National Park, the National Mall in Washington, D.C., and, iconic state park lodges such as the Bear Mountain Inn in New York, Big Sur Lodge in California and Echo Bluff State Park Lodge - Missouri’s newest state park in the Ozarks.  To learn more visit <a href="http://www.guestservices.com/" target="_blank">www.guestservices.com</a>.</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">About Billy Casper Golf</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Billy Casper Golf is one of the largest privately owned golf course management companies in the U.S., with nearly 150 properties in 29 states.  Headquartered in Reston, Va. – with regional offices across America – BCG has more than 25 years of results-driven expertise.  The company specializes in full-service course management as well as assistance in specific segments of the golf business, including course and property maintenance, staffing and training, career growth, clubhouse operations, food and beverage, merchandising, golf instruction, marketing and public relations, special events and financial management. To learn more visit <a href="http://www.billycaspergolf.com/" target="_blank">www.billycaspergolf.com</a>.</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">IRRRB is a state economic development agency headquartered in northeastern Minnesota whose mission is to promote and invest in business, community and workforce development for the betterment of northeastern Minnesota. To learn more about the agency and its services, visit <a href="http://mn.gov/irrrb/" target="_blank">mn.gov/irrrb</a>. Follow us on Twitter at <a href="https://twitter.com/IRRRB" target="_blank">twitter.com/IRRRB</a>.</div>2853332017-03-28T14:50:26ZNews640News347130Highlighting the Northeast Minnesota Tourism Conference, the new Recharge the Range website, the State Procurement Opportunity Fair, and more! IRRRB The RangerMegan Christianson, Visit Grand Rapids executive directorNortheast Minnesota Tourism ConferenceRecharge the RangeState Procurement Opportunity FairGiants Ridge Adaptive Ski ProgramAndriana SenarighiCourage Kenny Rehabilitation InstituteMark Hanna, Courage Kenny sports/recreation coordinatoreng2017-03-15T21:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-284387" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-03-15T21:00:00ZHighlighting the Northeast Minnesota Tourism Conference, the new Recharge the Range website, the State Procurement Opportunity Fair, and more! 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The March 15 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Major tourism conference to explore new ideas for future of northeastern Minnesota tourism industry</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Recharge the Range energizes communication efforts with new website</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* State Procurement Opportunity Fair set for March 30</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Adaptive ski program changes lives impacted by disabilities</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/18d6c3f" target="_blank">The Ranger - March 15, 2017</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />2843872018-07-24T19:04:04ZNews640NewsConference set for Thursday, April 20, at Minnesota Discovery Center in Chisholm.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Megan Christianson, Visit Grand Rapids executive directorNortheast Minnesota Tourism Conference Minnesota Arrowhead Associationeng2017-03-10T18:00:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-284196" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-03-10T18:00:00ZConference set for Thursday, April 20, at Minnesota Discovery Center in Chisholm.1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><img src="/irrrb/assets/Minnesota%20Arrowhead%20Association_tcm1047-284205.jpg" title="Minnesota Arrowhead Association" alt="Minnesota Arrowhead Association" style="float: right; width: 300px; height: 221px;" class="photoRightWithBorder" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="Minnesota Arrowhead Association" />A zip line across a mine pit.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">A climbing wall at an old mining facility.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Helicopter tours above the new Highway 53 bridge.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">A region-wide expansion of all-terrain vehicle trails.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">With creative thinking and community investment, northeastern Minnesota is on the brink of enormous opportunities to expand tourism and attract new residents to the region, says Megan Christianson, Visit Grand Rapids executive director.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">“We are finally at a phase where we have young entrepreneurs moving back to the region who have a lot of good ideas,” said Christianson. “We’re on the cusp of something that’s really good. But we need communities to do some risk taking and invest in (tourism) infrastructure.” </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">The future of northeastern Minnesota’s tourism industry is the focus of a major tourism conference, Thursday, April 20, at Minnesota Discovery Center in Chisholm.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">The Northeast Minnesota Tourism Conference covers topics including marketing, social media, web site pointers, planning, partnerships, and ideas aimed at injecting new life into existing tourist attractions.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">It’s the first conference of its kind in northeastern Minnesota in a decade, according to organizers. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">“We want to get the point across that tourism has a very big impact in northeastern Minnesota,” said Christianson. “The Iron Range has huge opportunities for tourism. The economic impact of tourism is very diverse for our towns. For some areas, it’s the foundation, but for others, it’s timber, taconite and tourism. “</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Minnesota’s leisure and hospitality industry in 2015 in northeast Minnesota recorded more than $913 million in gross sales and employed 17,140, according to Explore Minnesota, a state tourism organization.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Statewide, tourism and travel in 2015 generated $14.4 billion in gross sales and accounted for nearly 260,000 full and part-time jobs.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">The conference is hosted by the Minnesota Arrowhead Association, a 93-year-old tourism organization said to be Minnesota’s oldest.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">More than 100 tourism representatives, lodging owners and city officials from across northeastern Minnesota are expected to attend. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">“We want some of our lodging operators to be able to see the same kind of workshops that we see at Explore Minnesota each year,” said Pete Schultz, Minnesota Arrowhead Association board chair. “It’s the kind of learning that lodging operators don’t always get to experience.”</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Beyond existing tourism experiences, northeastern Minnesota needs to develop some “fun items” for visitors, said Christianson.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">That’s where new attractions like zip lines, climbing walls, helicopter tours and expanded ATV trails can be developed, some on abandoned minelands, said Christianson.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Tourism and mining in northeastern Minnesota have for decades successfully co-existed. Tourism and mining remain in a “symbiotic relationship,” said Christianson. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">An example is the Cuyuna County State Recreation Area in Crosby, where abandoned mineland has been turned into one of the nation’s premier mountain bike trail systems. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Several water-filled mine natural iron ore pits across the Iron Range have been turned into recreational areas for swimming, fishing and scuba diving. Housing and business developments, city parks, campgrounds, disc golf courses, and scenic overlooks, have been developed on other former minelands.  </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">“People want to be able to come and see and experience mineland reclamation areas,” said Christianson. “We want to be able to reclaim those spaces for tourism economics.” </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">As a whole, the conference will provide attendees with education, networking opportunities, and strategic planning advice, said Christianson. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">“It’s a wide variety of topics and it all ties to tourism,” said Christianson. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Tourism Conference</span></strong></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">What: Northeast Minnesota Tourism Conference</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">When: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Thursday, April 20, 2017</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Where: Minnesota Discovery Center, Chisholm</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Who: Northeast Minnesota tourism industry members</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Why: To highlight the important of tourism in the region</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Information/registration: <a href="http://bit.ly/2lt5QNj" target="_blank">bit.ly/2lt5QNj</a></span></font></p> </div> </div> </div>2841962017-03-15T21:13:27ZNews640NewsSmall businesses are invited to talk to buyers from more than 20 state agencies about upcoming procurement opportunities.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Office of Equity in Procurementprocurement opportunity faireng2017-03-09T19:00:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-284208" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-03-09T19:00:00ZSmall businesses are invited to talk to buyers from more than 20 state agencies about upcoming procurement opportunities.1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><img src="/irrrb/assets/MMD_tcm1047-284296.jpg" title="MMD" alt="MMD" style="float: right; width: 250px; height: 250px;" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="MMD" />On Thursday, March 30, the Minnesota Department of Administration’s Office of Equity in Procurement will hold its second annual State Procurement Opportunity Fair in St. Paul. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The opportunity fair will bring together agency procurement representatives and small businesses owned by women, minorities, veterans, people with disabilities, and economically disadvantaged Minnesotans. Goals of the fair are to: </span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">• connect state purchasing decision-makers with under-represented businesses that are interested in doing business with the State;</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">• provide business owners with information about upcoming procurement opportunities; and</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">• connect business owners with State processes and State agency communication tools.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="/irrrb/assets/2017%20Opportunity%20Fair%20Flyer_tcm1047-284210.pdf" title="2017 Opportunity Fair Flyer" target="_blank" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="2017 Opportunity Fair Flyer">View the fair flyer.</a> </span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><a href="http://mn.gov/admin/business/vendor-info/oep/" target="_blank">Learn more about the Office of Equity in Procurement.</a></span></font></p> </div> </div> </div>2842082017-03-15T21:20:16ZNews640News347130Featuring job opportunities at new MDI plant, a tribute to the women of northeastern Minnesota, the new NORTHFORCE website, and more! IRRRB The RangerMDIPeter McDermott, MDI president and chief executive officerNational Women’s History MonthNORTHFORCEAPEX (Area Partner for Economic Expansion) The Northspan GroupLaurentian Chamber of CommerceJaimie Niska, president and chief executive officer of the Laurentian Chamber of CommerceGiants Ridge IRRRB Application Fund IRRRB Culture and Tourism Grantseng2017-03-01T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-283137" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-03-01T22:00:00ZFeaturing job opportunities at new MDI plant, a tribute to the women of northeastern Minnesota, the new NORTHFORCE website, and more! 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The March 1 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Additional job opportunities for disabled coming at new MDI plant in Hibbing</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Honoring northeastern Minnesota women during National Women’s History Month</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* NORTHFORCE launches new website</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Laurentian Chamber holds successful annual dinner at Giants Ridge</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Apply today for Application Fund and Culture and Tourism grants</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/18c0fe8" target="_blank">The Ranger - March 1, 2017</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />2831372018-07-24T19:04:04ZNews640NewsCompany to build $4.7 million facilityIron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Minnesota Diversified Industries (MDI) Peter McDermott, MDI president and chief executive officereng2017-02-28T14:00:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-282089" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-03-01T14:00:00ZCompany to build $4.7 million facility1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><img src="/irrrb/assets/MDI%201_tcm1047-282093.jpg" title="MDI" alt="MDI" style="float: right; width: 300px; height: 168px;" class="photoRightWithBorder" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="MDI 1" />People with and without disabilities will be gaining additional job opportunities at a new <a href="https://www.mdi.org" target="_blank">Minnesota Diversified Industries (MDI)</a> manufacturing facility.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">The IRRR Board Tuesday in St. Paul approved a $1 million loan and $350,000 infrastructure grant to help MDI build a new $4.7 million, 35,000 square-foot facility in Hibbing.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">The new facility allows MDI to increase job opportunities, improve working conditions and expand its business of making plastic totes and trays. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">“We’re a partner with entities like IRRRB and Blandin Foundation to provide employment on the range,” said Peter McDermott, MDI president and chief executive officer. “Making plastic totes products and trays is a means to an end for us.”</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">The new energy efficient facility will be built on a 10-acre site along Highway 37 west of Range Regional Airport. It replaces a roughly 100-year-old, 18,000 square-foot facility in downtown Hibbing that previously housed a grocery store and the Greyhound bus station. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">“It’s going to be almost twice the size, much more efficient and will provide employees with better working conditions and the room to expand jobs,” said McDermott.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">MDI currently employs about 83 at its Hibbing facility, including 57 permanent employees and 26 temporary contractors. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Over the next 10 years, MDI is projected to add 100 full-time equivalent jobs for persons with and without disabilities at the new plant. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">“There’s clearly a need for these jobs, especially for folks with disabilities,” said McDermott. “There’s a demand for it.”</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Initially, the new facility will produce plastic totes and trays for the United States Postal Service, said McDermott.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">However, the facility gives MDI the flexibility to produce new products and perform overflow work from other MDI facilities, he said.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">MDI in 2016 moved into an acquired building in Cohasset and also operates facilities in Grand Rapids and the Twin Cities. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">“Within the last three years, we have upgraded our Twin Cities facility, moved into Cohasset and have a real nice building in Grand Rapids,” said McDermott. “So when we have the new Hibbing facility done, we will have four efficient facilities with very good working conditions and room to expand.”</span></font></p> </div> </div> </div>2820892017-08-28T14:47:02ZNews640NewsMeeting to be held in St. PaulIron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)MDI Minnesota Diversified Industries, Inc.Giants Ridgeeng2017-02-23T20:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-281500" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-02-23T20:30:00ZMeeting to be held in St. Paul1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div>An IRRR Board Meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2017 at 12:00 noon in Room 2412 of the Minnesota Senate Building in St. Paul.  Please see agenda below.  The meeting packet will be available on our website tomorrow morning.     <br /> <br /> <div><strong>AGENDA</strong></div> <div><strong><br /></strong></div> <div>1. Roll Call</div> <div>2. Reorganization of the Board</div> <div>3. Approval of December 28, 2016, Minutes</div> <div>4. Commissioner’s Comments</div> <div>5. EDA Revolving Loan Fund Grants</div> <div>6. 2017 Infrastructure Grants</div> <div>7. MDI Minnesota Diversified Industries, Inc.</div> <div>8. Giants Ridge</div> <div>9. Other</div> <div>10. Adjournment</div> <div> </div> <div>*</div> </div> </div>2815002018-06-27T18:21:47ZNews640News347130IRRRB Community Development staff member honored by Hibbing Area Chamber of Commerce, Senator Carrie Ruud appointed to IRRR Board, Downtown and Business Corridor grants awarded, and more!IRRRB The RangerWhitney Ridlon, IRRRB Community Development representativeHibbing Area Chamber of Commerce President's AwardHibbing Area Chamber of Commerce President Lory Fedo Senator Carrie RuudDowntown and Business Corridor grantsBlandin Broadband Community vision meetingsIRRRB Application Fund and Culture and TourismIRRRB Culture and Tourism grantsGiants Ridge Souper Sunday Nights Skiing Food DriveThe Quarry golf course was ranked #8 by MyGolfSpyThe Legend golf course was ranked #28 by MyGolfSpyeng2017-02-15T21:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-280677" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-02-15T21:30:00ZHighlighting IRRRB staff member Whitney Ridlon's Hibbing Area Chamber of Commerce award, Senator Carrie Ruud's appointment to IRRR Board, Downtown and Business Corridor grants and more! 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Feb. 15 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* IRRRB Community Development staff member honored by Hibbing Area Chamber of Commerce</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Senator Carrie Ruud appointed to IRRR Board</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* IRRRB announces FY17 Downtown and Business Corridor grants</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Blandin Broadband Community vision meetings ahead in Ely, Chisholm, Mountain Iron, Aitkin</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* IRRRB Application Fund and Culture and Tourism grants open for second round of applications</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Giants Ridge offers Souper Sundays Food Drive, receives accolades for golf courses</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1868686" target="_blank">The Ranger - Feb. 15, 2017</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />2806772018-07-24T19:03:32ZNews640NewsSix northeastern Minnesota projects funded Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)IRRRB Downtown and Business Corridor grantseng2017-02-14T21:00:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-280625" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-02-14T21:00:00ZSix northeastern Minnesota projects funded 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">EVELETH – IRRRB today announced recipients of its fiscal year 2017 Downtown and Business Corridor grants.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Grants totaling $200,000 are awarded to six projects in northeastern Minnesota.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Downtown and Business Corridor grants are awarded on a competitive basis to non-profits, cities and informal grassroots groups within the IRRRB service area that partner with a non-profit or city that is also within the service area.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Projects are designed to incentivize investment in downtown areas and business corridors by promoting safe and attractive environments for residents, shoppers, workers and visitors and provide funding for highly visible and create projects to create excitement, encourage citizen engagement, and generate visible improvement. Applicants provide a 1:1 match per project.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">IRRRB Downtown and Business Corridor FY17 grants are:</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Chisholm KIDS PLUS (Chisholm Downtown Revitalization Team) - $50,000</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support a collection of projects focused on downtown including the creation of a community pocket park, a more bike-friendly environment, improvements to Kiwanis Park and Mesabi Trail access, development of a historic walking tour, and storefront enhancements through partnerships.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">City of Ely - $34,000</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To enhance efforts by Incredible Ely, Ely Chamber of Commerce, and local merchants to beautify historic downtown Ely by adding information kiosks, bicycle racks, benches, bike tour signage, lighting improvements and flower planters.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">City of Eveleth - $21,500</span></strong></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support a “Salute to Hockey” project, enhancing the “Big Stick” mural, erecting metal sculptures to celebrate two Eveleth hockey icons, and enhance the Eveleth Area Community Foundation Plaza.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">City of Tower - $40,000</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support improved entrance and welcoming signage, bike trail and speed calming signage, improvements to the Civic Center, main street tree replacement, solar lighting and a landscape plan for Welcome Park.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Hibbing Area Chamber of Commerce - $4,500</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support downtown enhancements including a streetscape within a demonstration block and improved bicycle way signage from the Mesabi Trail access point to downtown.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Virginia Community Foundation (Revive Virginia) - $50,000</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support the rehabilitation of a building and improvements to a vacant lot in downtown to spur private investment in downtown.</span></font></p> </div> </div> </div>2806252017-02-22T17:00:11ZNews640News347130Highlighting AMFA's Most Valuable Partner award, Blandin Broadband Community visioning meetings, Culture and Tourism grant recipients and more! IRRRB The RangerArrowhead Manufacturers & Fabricators Association (AMFA) Educational TrustBlandin Foundation Broadband Community Vision public meetingsMichael Raich, Hibbing Community College provost IRRRB Culture and Tourism grantsSax-Zim Bog Birding FestivalJeff Kletscher, Sax-Zim Bog Birding festival coordinator. Giants Ridge Nordic and Alpine Clubseng2017-02-01T21:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-276507" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-02-01T21:30:00ZHighlighting AMFA's Most Valuable Partner award, Blandin Broadband Community visioning meetings, Culture and Tourism grant recipients and more! 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Feb. 1 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Arrowhead Manufacturers &amp; Fabricators Association (AMFA) Educational Trust names IRRRB as 2016 Most Valuable Partner</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Blandin Broadband Community visioning boots up with public meeting in Hibbing</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* IRRRB announces FY17 Culture and Tourism grants</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Bird watchers from afar flocking to 10th annual Sax-Zim Bog Birding Festival</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Winter weekend getaway at Giants Ridge</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1830982" target="_blank">The Ranger - Feb. 1, 2017</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />2765072018-07-24T19:03:31ZNews640NewsSeries of six public meetings plannedIron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) Blandin Foundation Broadband Community Vision eng2017-01-30T21:00:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-276200" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-01-30T21:00:00ZSeries of six public meetings planned1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">A series of Blandin Foundation Broadband Community Vision public meetings are coming online to assist six IRRRB service area communities with improving internet access and use.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">The first of six meetings is in Hibbing. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">“We are seeking to increase awareness of the project and issues surrounding broadband and the potential of improved broadband services,” said Michael Raich, Hibbing Community College provost and member of a Hibbing area Blandin Broadband planning group. “The ultimate goal is to come out of the Hibbing meeting with a framework of project ideas to move forward with initiative grant requests.”</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">The Blandin Foundation since 2003 has partnered with dozens of organizations to assist nearly 70 communities across the state with broadband planning.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">With support from Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board and St. Louis County, Blandin is assisting the six communities with broadband planning, technical and financial support.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">“Based on our experience, communities that step up to name and claim their own broadband futures get results,” said Bernadine Joselyn, Blandin Foundation director of public policy and engagement. “Local leadership really does matter. Enthusiasm is high in each of the communities, but we’re just getting started.”</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Governor Mark Dayton has proposed investing $60 million in rural broadband in the state’s 2018-2019 budget.   </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Persons interested in helping identify community strengths and gaps, brainstorm project ideas and prioritize potential broadband projects, are invited to the meetings. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">“The vision meetings coming up in February will be a unique opportunity for residents in each community to come forward and make their concerns and priorities heard to inform the investment choices ahead,” said Joselyn.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Blandin Broadband Community meetings:</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">• Hibbing area - 2 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 7, at Hibbing Community College dining room.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">• Cook/Orr/Bois Forte area – 9 a.m., Friday, Feb. 10, at Cook Community Center.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">• Ely area – 3 p.m., Wednesday, Feb. 15, at Amici’s Event Center in Ely.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">• Chisholm area -9 a.m., Thursday, Feb. 16, at Minnesota Discovery Center.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">• Mountain Iron area – 9 a.m., Friday, Feb. 17, at Mountain Iron City Hall. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">• Aitkin County – 1 p.m., Tuesday, Feb.21, at Long Lake Conservation Center in Palisade. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"> </p> </div> </div> </div>2762002017-02-01T16:01:49ZNews640NewsIron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)eng2017-01-27T21:00:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-276199" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-01-27T21:00:00ZFourteen projects across northeastern Minnesota funded 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">EVELETH – IRRRB has announced the recipients of its first round of FY17 IRRRB Culture and Tourism Grant Program awards.</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Grants totaling nearly $150,000 were awarded to 14 projects across northeastern Minnesota. </span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">IRRRB Culture and Tourism grants are awarded on a competitive basis to non-profits within the IRRRB service area for arts, culture, heritage and recreational projects essential to quality of life and the economy.</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">A second application round will be open March 1-31, 2017.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px; font-size: 14pt;"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">IRRRB Culture &amp; Tourism Grant Program FY17 first round awards:</span></strong></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Aitkin Area Chamber of Commerce, Aitkin - $10,000</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support restoration of Showboat of the Mississippi riverboat for arts, education and entertainment activities.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Incredible Ely, Ely - $20,000</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support in construction of a new Veterans Memorial.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Iron Range Tourism Bureau, Eveleth - $10,000</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support production of videos on digital and social media that promote recreation, events and attractions within the Iron Range Tourism Bureau Tourism service area.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">International Wolf Center, Ely - $6,000</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support a summer wolf billboard campaign.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Itasca Family YMCA, Grand Rapids -$20,000</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support development of outdoor pickleball, basketball and four-square courts.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Judy Garland Children’s Museum, Grand Rapids -$20,000</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support creation of a new interactive student education water quality and invasive species exhibit.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Northern Lights Music Festival, Aurora - $10,000</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support production and promotion of a special anniversary opera and classical musical event.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Northern TRAXX ATV Club, Chisholm - $20,000</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support creation of a 5.4-mile ATV trail as part of a 34.5-mile ATV trail system.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Range Nordic Gliders, Hibbing - $7,000</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support Carey Lake cross country ski trail improvements.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Range Runners Road Runners Club, Mountain Iron - $8,500</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support development of a Race in a Box distance runners’ trailer system, timing, and race course equipment system.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Tourist Center Senior Citizens, Hibbing - $1,900</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support creation of a Tourist Senior Center web site and a Hull-Rust Mine View web site.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Tower-Soudan Historical Society, Tower - $5,000</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support development of architectural construction documents for restoration of the historic Tower Fire Hall.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Two Harbors Chamber of Commerce, Two Harbors - $3,233</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support capital improvements at the R.J. Houle Information Center.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Visit Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids - $8,000</span></strong></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">To support creation of 30-second videos for each of the attractions and events in Itasca County and embed the videos in a Google Map.</span></font></p> </div> </div> </div>2761992017-02-01T21:07:25ZNews640News347130Featuring the Mississippi River showboat project in Aitkin, John Beargrease activities, "Labo" awards and moreIRRRB The RangerMississippi River showboat, AitkinJohn Beargrease Sled Dog MarathonJoel Labovitz Entrepreneurial Success AwardsUniversity of Minnesota Duluth Center for Economic DevelopmentBurnt Onion Kitchen & BrewsGiants Ridge winter music serieseng2017-01-18T23:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-276165" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-01-18T23:00:00ZFeaturing the Mississippi River showboat project in Aitkin, John Beargrease activities, "Labo" awards and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Jan. 18 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Mississippi River showboat to roll again in Aitkin</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* John Beargrease activities off and running this weekend</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Nominations open for Joel Labovitz awards</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Winter music series underway at Giants Ridge</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/180f05f" target="_blank">The Ranger - Jan. 18, 2017</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />2761652018-07-24T19:03:42ZNews640NewsProject supported by IRRRB Culture and Tourism grantIron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Mississippi River showboatAmanda MacDonald, Aitkin Area Chamber of Commerce executive directoreng2017-01-17T21:00:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-273554" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-01-17T21:00:00ZProject supported by IRRRB Culture and Tourism grant1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><img src="/irrrb/assets/Showboat_tcm1047-273585.jpg" title="Mississippi Showboat" alt="Mississippi Showboat" style="float: right; width: 375px; height: 223px;" class="photoRightWithBorder" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="Showboat" />Excuse the pun, but it seems like everyone in Aitkin is “on board” for a unique community project.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">By its Aug. 5-6, 2017, “Riverboat Days” celebration, the Aitkin Area Chamber of Commerce plans to have renovated the former Grand Rapids Showboat for arts, education and entertainment.</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The showboat will be located at the Aitkin County Fairgrounds not far from the Mississippi River and used to host year-round family entertainment.</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">“We continue to hear more and more from visitors that they want to have more of an experience when they come to town,” said Amanda MacDonald, Aitkin Area Chamber of Commerce executive director. “Our plans are to have family-oriented live shows and performances there and decorate it for holidays. We also see it as a gathering place and an opportunity to start special events like our 5K run there.” </span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">For 60 years, the showboat served as a center of entertainment along the shores of the Mississippi River in Grand Rapids. But when the nonprofit operating the showboat dissolved, the Aitkin Chamber of Commerce moved to acquire the 16-by-45-foot boat. </span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">“We’ve been a Mississippi Riverboat town with no riverboat on it,” said MacDonald.</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Along with the boat, the chamber acquired 1,000 seats, a warehouse full of costumes, sound equipment, lighting, and a parade float.</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">To restore the boat to its original condition, a new rubber roof, concrete pad to set the boat on, electrical and metal work, painting and landscaping, will be completed.</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">“Every week we have someone in our office that wants to know what they can do to help,” said MacDonald. “And people from Grand Rapids are also really excited for this. They feel it has a new life, and its close enough so they want to help.”   </span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The $20,000 project, which is supported by an IRRRB Culture and Tourism grant, will boost tourism and quality of life within the community.</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">“We see this as something that will be used not just for tourism, but also for one-act plays, musical performances and other entertainment,” said MacDonald.</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">On Friday, Jan. 27, the Aitkin Area Chamber of Commerce hosts it Annual Dinner at The 40 Club Convention Center. The theme is “Aitkin’s Got Talent.” Local musicians, magicians and artists headline the show.</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">“We have a lot of talented people here who can contribute to the showboat,” said MacDonald. </span></p> </div> </div> </div>2735542017-01-24T19:57:37ZNews640News347130Highlighting The Ranger: A Year in Review video, Keetac restart and more! IRRRB The RangerKeetacIRRRB Downtown Business and Corridor grant IRRRB Culture and Tourism grant programIRRRB Application Fund grant programGiants Ridge in Biwabik World's Largest Ski & Snowboard Lessoneng2017-01-04T23:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-273591" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-01-04T23:00:00ZHighlighting The Ranger: A Year in Review video, Keetac restart and more! 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Jan. 4 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* The Ranger: A Year in Review (video) </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Keetac restart puts Iron Range taconite industry at full strength</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* IRRRB programs in 2017 to boost community quality of life projects</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Be a part of the world's largest ski and snowboard lesson</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/17e09d5" target="_blank">The Ranger - Jan. 4, 2017</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />2735912018-07-24T19:03:48ZNews640NewsFeaturing the city of Ely's business district IRRRB The RangerIRRRB Commissioner Mark PhillipsJohn and Tanner OttCity of ElyInsula restaurantEly Folk SchoolNorthern GroundsEly State TheaterBlandin Broadband Communities programKelly KlunMayor Chuck Novakeng2017-01-03T14:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-270002" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2017-01-03T14:00:00ZFeaturing the city of Ely's business district 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">IRRRB publishes a print edition of The Ranger newsletter in the Mesabi Daily News, Hibbing Daily Tribune and Grand Rapids Herald-Review. Article topics in the latest issue include:</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* The little city that could; Ely community pulling together to reinvigorate business district</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Looking ahead to a brighter future, a message from IRRRB Commissioner Mark Phillips</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="/irrrb/assets/The%20Ranger%20January%202017_tcm1047-270004.pdf" title="The Ranger January 2017" target="_blank" xlink:title="The Ranger January 2017" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink">Read the print edition of The Ranger. </a></div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p style="font-size: 11px;"> </p> </div>2700022018-07-24T19:03:44ZNews640News347130Featuring the Northeast Minnesota Office of Job Training Talent Development Program, Advanced Minnesota's Lean Six Sigma training and more! IRRRB The RangerNortheast Minnesota Office of Job Training Talent Development Program (TDP)Heath Boe, Northeast Minnesota Office of Job Training Rural Workforce coordinatorAdvanced MinnesotaLean Six Sigma trainingGail Anderson, Advanced MinnesotaGiants RidgeNORTHFORCEArea Partnership for Economic Expansion (APEX) The Northspan Group Mid-America Economic Development Council 2016 Annual Economic Development Awards Ron Starner, executive vice president and general manager, site selection, Conway Data Inc. Brian Hanson, president and CEO, APEX Matt Sjoberg, director of business development, IRRRB and chair of the Northspan Group Board of Directors. Matt Sjoberg, director of business development, IRRRB and chair of the Northspan Group Board of Directors. Giants Ridge Mountain Explorers Youth Campeng2016-12-21T23:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-273347" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-12-21T23:00:00ZFeaturing the Northeast Minnesota Office of Job Training Talent Development Program, Advanced Minnesota's Lean Six Sigma training and more! 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Dec. 21 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New training program assists businesses with worker skills</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Advanced Minnesota provides Lean Six Sigma training opportunities</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* NORTHFORCE recognized with national award for workforce development strategy</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Giants Ridge offers Mountain Explorers Youth Camp</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/17b4f73" target="_blank">The Ranger - Dec. 21, 2016</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />2733472018-07-24T19:03:26ZNews640NewsMeeting will be live streamed on IRRRB websiteIron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Taconite Economic Development Fund (TEDF) ArcelorMittal Minorca Mesabi Nugget Delaware, LLC Northshore Mining Company USS Keetac USS Minntac eng2016-12-21T16:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-268733" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-12-21T16:30:00ZMeeting will be live streamed on IRRRB website1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div>An IRRR Board Meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday, December 28, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at the IRRRB Administration Building in Eveleth. The Board Meeting will be live streamed and available to be viewed at http://mn.gov/irrrb/about-us/who-we-are/board-meetings.jsp   <br /> <br /> <strong>Agenda</strong> <br /> <br /> 1. Roll Call  <br /> <br /> 2. Approval of October 17, 2016, Meeting Minutes  <br /> <br /> 3. Commissioner’s Comments  <br /> <br /> 4. Taconite Economic Development Fund (TEDF)  <br /> <br />         a. ArcelorMittal Minorca  <br /> <br />         b. Mesabi Nugget Delaware, LLC  <br /> <br />         c. Northshore Mining Company  <br /> <br />         d. USS Keetac  <br /> <br />         e. USS Minntac  <br /> <br /> 5. Adjournment </div> </div>2687332018-06-27T18:22:58ZNews640NewsAll retirees in the region are strongly encouraged to complete this brief survey.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Recharge the Rangeretiree surveysecondary careereng2016-12-08T22:00:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-268134" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-12-08T22:00:00ZAll retirees in the region are strongly encouraged to complete this brief survey. 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><img src="/irrrb/assets/RTR%20Color%20Logo_tcm1047-227639.jpg" title="RTR Color Logo" alt="RTR Color Logo" style="float: right; width: 300px; height: 109px;" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="RTR Color Logo" />The Recharge the Range Large Business Expansion and Attraction action group has created a new survey targeted at retired individuals in northeastern Minnesota. The purpose of the survey is to gauge retiree interest in secondary careers. All retirees in the region are strongly encouraged to complete this brief survey. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><a href="http://survey.constantcontact.com/survey/a07edhdwtelivnw0q4p/start" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Complete the survey.</span></a></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The survey deadline is Friday, Dec. 30. If you prefer to receive a paper copy of the survey, please contact Sara Ferkul at 218-735-3020. </span></p> </div> </div> </div>2681342016-12-13T17:15:16ZNews640News347130Highlighting the Blandin Broadband Communities program, Iron Range Makerspace's participation in a grant competition and moreIRRRB The RangerBlandin Broadband Communities programIRRRB Commissioner Mark PhillipsIron Range MakerspaceRecharge the Range Large Business Expansion and Attraction action groupSecondary career surveyIRRRB Biennial ReportGiants RidgeBurnt Onion Kitchen & Brews eng2016-12-07T23:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-265972" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-12-07T23:00:00ZHighlighting the Blandin Broadband Communities program, Iron Range Makerspace's participation in a grant competition and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Dec. 7 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* IRRRB, Blandin Foundation, St. Louis County partner to advance rural broadband initiatives</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Iron Range Makerspace a finalist in grant competition</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Secondary career survey targets area retirees</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* IRRRB's Biennial Report now available</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Burnt Onion Kitchen &amp; Brews to offer five-course beer dinner</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/177e75d" target="_blank">The Ranger - Dec. 7, 2016</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />2659722018-07-24T19:03:29ZNews640NewsAitkin County, Ely, Hibbing, Bois Forte Reservation/Orr/Cook, Mountain Iron and Chisholm to receive broadband planning, technical support and assistance to advance local technology initiatives Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Blandin FoundationSt. Louis CountyBroadbandeng2016-12-05T22:00:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-265866" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-12-05T22:00:00ZAitkin County, Ely, Hibbing, Bois Forte Reservation/Orr/Cook, Mountain Iron and Chisholm to receive broadband planning, technical support and assistance to advance local technology initiatives 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><img src="/irrrb/assets/Blandin%20Broadband%20Communities_tcm1047-265869.jpeg" title="Blandin Broadband Communities" alt="Blandin Broadband Communities" style="float: right; width: 325px; height: 182px;" class="photoRightWithBorder" xlink:title="Blandin Broadband Communities" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" />Aitkin County has for years been known as one of the lowest-ranked Minnesota counties for broadband development and usage.</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">The city of Ely has faced reliability issues - and in some areas - a total lack of broadband. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">But that could be changing through a partnership between the Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB), Blandin Foundation, and St. Louis County.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Aitkin County, Ely, Hibbing, Bois Forte Reservation/Orr/Cook, Mountain Iron and Chisholm will over the next two years receive broadband planning, technical support and assistance to advance local technology initiatives through the Blandin Broadband Communities program. The program has assisted 18 other rural communities across the state with broadband planning. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">“We’re excited about this on a couple levels because of the opportunities it can bring to our institutions and the things it can do to increase access to broadband,” said Ross Wagner, Aitkin County economic development and forest industry coordinator. “And if this can bring along the same kind of technology that other communities have like Wi-Fi hot spots and Wi-Fi in school buses, it would be great.” </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Development of high-speed broadband is critical to economic development, education, health care, small business growth, and quality of life, said IRRRB Commissioner Mark Phillips.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">IRRRB has in recent years assisted broadband development in several portions of its service area. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">“The assistance from Blandin is definitely going to help our success with broadband planning,” said Harold Langowski, Ely city clerk/treasurer. “Some of the key pieces for us are reliability and lack of service. We have banks and other businesses where the service has pretty much froze.  And we know there are a lot of students in the district who have dial-up or nothing.”</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Assessments of each community’s current broadband access and use will be performed by the Blandin Foundation followed by a series of public planning meetings in early 2017.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><a href="https://blandinonbroadband.org/2016/12/01/minnesota-iron-range-communities-gear-up-for-better-broadband-adoption/" target="_blank">View a Blandin Foundation video of each community’s goals.</a>  </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><em style="color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Pictured above: Terry Soderberg, a Morse Township supervisor, listens at the Nov. 30 Blandin Broadband Communities Program kickoff in Grand Rapids.</em><span style="color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);"> </span></p> </div> </div> </div>2658662016-12-08T16:22:09ZNews640News347130Learn about taxiway improvements at Eveleth-Virginia Municipal Airport, Small Business Saturday and more.IRRRB The RangerEveleth-Virginia Municipal AirportGary Ulman, Eveleth-Virginia Municipal Airport director of operations.Shop The RangeSmall Business SaturdayNorthland ConnectionTamara Lowney of Area Partnership for Economic Expansion (APEX) Karl Schuettler of The Northspan GroupGiants Ridgeeng2016-11-16T23:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-265941" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-11-16T23:00:00ZLearn about taxiway improvements at Eveleth-Virginia Municipal Airport, Small Business Saturday and more.1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Nov. 16 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Taxiway improvements slated at Eveleth-Virginia Municipal Airport</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Shop The Range on Small Business Saturday</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Northland Connection Roadshow continues</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Giants Ridge hosts Thanksgiving buffet</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/17299da" target="_blank">The Ranger - Nov. 16, 2016</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />2659412018-07-24T19:04:25ZNews640News347130Featuring the new Giants Ridge chalet, Castle Danger Brewery's expansion Blandin Broadband Communities program and more! IRRRB The RangerGiants Ridge chaletDuane RamfjordCastle Danger BreweryClint MacFarlane, Castle Danger Brewer co-ownerBlandin Foundation Blandin Broadband Communities programIron Range Tourism Bureau Spirit of HospitalityGiants Ridgeeng2016-11-02T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-265966" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-11-02T22:00:00ZFeaturing the new Giants Ridge chalet, Castle Danger Brewery's expansion, Blandin Broadband Communities program and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Nov. 2 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* New Giants Ridge chalet ready for 2016-17 snow sports season</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Castle Danger Brewery expanding production, employment in Two Harbors</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Six Iron Range communities selected for Blandin Foundation Broadband Communities Program</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Iron Range Tourism Bureau honors Spirit of Hospitality winners</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/16f59f3" target="_blank">The Ranger - Nov. 2, 2016</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />2659662018-07-24T19:04:26ZNews640NewsDuane Ramfjord – one of the original Giants Ridge “founders group” – was an honored guest at the official ribbon cutting of the 34,000 square-foot chalet. Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Giants Ridge ChaletDuane and Carley RamfjordDeputy Commissioner Mary FinneganJohn Filandereng2016-10-24T21:00:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-261880" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-10-28T21:00:00ZDuane Ramfjord – one of the original Giants Ridge “founders group” – was an honored guest at the official ribbon cutting of the 34,000 square-foot chalet. New Giants Ridge chalet ready for 2016-17 snow sports season1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><img src="/irrrb/assets/Duane%20and%20Carley%20Ramfjord_tcm1047-261884.jpeg" title="Duane and Carley Ramfjord" alt="Duane and Carley Ramfjord" style="float: right; width: 350px; height: 196px;" class="photoRightWithBorder" xlink:title="Duane and Carley Ramfjord" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" />BIWABIK – Below his snow-colored hair, the wide smile that spread across Duane Ramfjord’s face said it all. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">“It’s very nice,” Ramfjord said of the new Giants Ridge chalet. “It’s finally at the stage where we would have liked to have had it.”</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Ramfjord – one of the original Giants Ridge “founders group” – was an honored guest at the official ribbon cutting of the 34,000 square-foot chalet. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">When the 2016-2017 Giants Ridge snow sports season opens in a few weeks, the new chalet will offer skiers a host of new amenities including centralized skier services, electronic lockers, expanded food offerings and a renovated day chalet/nordic center featuring season pass holder locker rooms.   </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The facility has come a long way since 1958, when Ramfjord, Ed Karkoska and a handful of other friends from the East Range began toiling with axes, ropes and borrowed equipment to carve a single downhill ski run out of the woods on an undeveloped mountain range between Biwabik and Aurora.</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">The first alpine ski run at Giants Ridge was known as “Ram’s Run,” paying homage to Ramfjord. Now 48 years later “Ram’s Run” has been transformed into the Grenoble run, which is one of 35 runs at Giants Ridge, known throughout the Midwest and Canada as a premier snow sports destination.  </span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">“I had skied with Ed’s wife Gretchen in Houghton (Michigan) when we were kids,” said Ramfjord. “I was teaching school in Willow River and Ed said, ‘Why don’t you come up here and help me build a ski hill’?” </span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">A year later, Ramfjord accepted a teaching job at Aurora-Hoyt Lakes and the back-breaking work began. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">“Ed was an engineer for Pickands Mather,” said Ramfjord. “Ed looked at all the geological maps of the area and found this to be the only practical site because it was the only one that with a road going to it. Ed had connections with Pickands Mather in Cleveland, so we arranged to lease it from Pickands Mather.”</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">There was no electricity to the hill. The first rope tow was powered by a Mack truck engine. And the first chalet was a wash building from Evergreen Trailer Court.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">A few years later, the hill’s second chalet was erected when the founders bought a building from Erie Mining Co. removed the upper portion and placed the lower half on a concrete slab. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Creating a winter recreation area out of the northeastern Minnesota wilderness was tough work, but the founders persisted.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">What started as a non-profit, in 1960 grew into a for-profit corporation and the group obtained an $80,000 loan to continue operations.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">However, the group ultimately lacked the financial resources to fully develop the facility.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">In 1984, during Gov. Rudy Perpich’s second term, the Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) acquired the ski hill.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">IRRRB paid off the mortgage and debt and began to enhance the facility as part of its mission to support tourism, provide recreational facilities to Iron Range citizens and attract private sector economic development.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">“The reason this hill is here today is because of Rudy Perpich,” said Ramfjord. “If it wasn’t for the Governor, the hill wouldn’t be here.” </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Today, the ski facility, its two 18-hole championship golf courses and amenities generate a $43 million annual economic impact, according to a 2016 THK Associates, Inc. study.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">“It’s very important to this area,” said Jerry Newton of Biwabik, who worked at the ski hill in the mid-1970s. “A lot of people around the Range don’t realize the impact of Giants Ridge. This is the chalet that always should have been built. It’s a world class chalet to match the hills and trails.”</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Of the original founders, Ramfjord said he’s the only one remaining.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">And he remains proud of the happiness the facility has brought to tens of thousands.  </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">“Ski hills have always had a tough time making money,” said Ramfjord. “Ski hills are here for the enjoyment of people and that’s what we had in mind.”  </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><em><span style="font-size: 14px;">Photo caption: Duane and Carley Ramfjord, John Filander, Giants Ridge staff and IRRRB Deputy Commissioner Mary Finnegan meet at the Oct. 21 Giants Ridge chalet ribbon cutting.</span></em></font></p> </div> </div> </div>2618802016-11-02T21:01:32ZNews640News347130Featuring the Downtown and Business Corridor Grant Program, Laurentian Vision Partnership meeting, State of Minnesota Career Fair, and more! IRRRB The RangerDowntown and Business Corridor Grant ProgramLaurentian Vision Partnership meetingState of Minnesota Career FairGiants Ridge Season Pass Sale Giants Ridge Ski SwapGiants Ridge FallFesteng2016-10-19T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-260776" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-10-19T22:00:00ZFeaturing the Downtown and Business Corridor Grant Program, Laurentian Vision Partnership meeting, State of Minnesota Career Fair and more1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Oct. 19 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Downtown and Business Corridor Grant Program aims to help make visible downtown improvements</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Laurentian Vision Partnership holds quarterly meeting</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* State of Minnesota Career fair scheduled for Oct. 29 in St. Paul</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Season pass sale runs through Oct. 31 at Giants Ridge</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/16be9d3" target="_blank">The Ranger - Oct. 19, 2016</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />2607762018-07-24T19:04:28ZNews640NewsMonday, Oct. 17 meeting to be held in EvelethIRRRBCommissioner Mark PhillipsACC Manufacturing, Inc. (ACCZakobe, LCC in Bovey IRRRB Local Business Loan Guaranty ProgramIron Range Higher Education Account Iron Range School Collaboration Grant Program eng2016-10-13T14:00:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-259935" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-10-13T14:00:00ZMonday, Oct. 17 meeting to be held in Eveleth1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <div> <div>EVELETH – On Monday, Oct. 17, the Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board will consider support for development of a new aircraft parts manufacturing facility in Grand Rapids and infrastructure development grants that will generate $44.4 million in projects. The meeting is set for 11 a.m. at IRRRB headquarters in Eveleth.</div> <div> </div> <div>“These projects address infrastructure needs, support community and business development, and assist in bringing new jobs to northeastern Minnesota,” said IRRRB Commissioner Mark Phillips.     </div> <div> </div> <div>IRRRB loans of $1.5 million to ACC Manufacturing, Inc. (ACC) and $293,000 to the Grand Rapids Economic Development Authority would assist ACC in establishing a composite parts manufacturing facility at the Grand Rapids Airport. ACC produces aircraft parts for its parent company, One Aviation Company.</div> <div> </div> <div>Also on the agenda are:</div> <div> </div> <div>An $82,250 loan to Zakobe, LCC in Bovey for an expansion of the metal stamping and machining business. </div> <div> </div> <div>Taconite Economic Development Fund (TEDF) project allocations of $1,875,068 to Hibbing Taconite Company and $1,099,715 to United Taconite, LLC. Hibbing Taconite will utilize the funding toward the relocation of County Highway 5, which expands iron ore reserves and for scrubber house and furnace stack improvements. United Taconite will utilize the funds for engineering work on its Mustang custom flux pellet project. Each taconite producer must match its TEDF allocation.</div> <div> </div> <div>A $350,000 recapitalization of the IRRRB Local Business Loan Guaranty Program, which provides loan guarantees to area businesses.</div> <div> </div> <div>A $1,660,000 Iron Range Higher Education Account request to launch a new process operations program at Itasca Community College; to support Iron Range Engineering; to fund an Iron Range Engineering next innovation business model study; to expand and replace welding stations at Mesabi Range College in Eveleth and Hibbing Community College; and to implement a Northeast Higher Education District strategy to attract more students to the region.</div> <div> </div> <div>An Iron Range School Collaboration Grant Program request of $2 million by Education Innovation Partners (EIP) to initiate and support regional multi-district high-quality education and training initiatives for students, teachers and communities and to assist EIP members with technology equipment infrastructure upgrades.   </div> <div>         </div> <div>Development infrastructure projects totaling $2.498 million to:</div> <div> </div> <ul> <li>City of Chisholm - $350,000 for site and infrastructure work in support of a $2 million market rate duplex housing development project.</li> <li>Chisholm-Hibbing Airport Authority - $225,000 toward site work and aircraft apron development at $2.6 million a Midwest Aircraft Refinishing expansion.</li> <li>City of Coleraine - $150,000 toward a $348,000 emergency safety lift upgrades and groomer replacement project at Mount Itasca Winter Sports Center.</li> <li>Cook County-Grand Marais EDA - $200,000 toward an $891,403 project to renovate and construct an addition on the Cook County Airport arrival/departure building.</li> <li>Cook County-Grand Marais EDA - $100,000 for infrastructure and site work to support a $2.3 million seven single-family unit housing development in Grand Marais.</li> <li>Cook County-Grand Marais EDA - $300,000 toward an $844,585 project to renovate and reconstruct Canyon Golf Course at Superior National at Lutsen.</li> <li>City of Eveleth - $150,000 toward infrastructure and construction of an entrance road at a new $3.7 million Lundgren’s auto dealership.</li> <li>Eveleth-Virginia Airport Authority - $52,000 to support a $570,000 hangar site taxi lane rehabilitation/reconstruction project.</li> <li>City of Nashwauk - $170,000 toward redevelopment of the Latvala Lumber site for a $602,332 automobile recycling facility.</li> <li>Reif Arts Council - $250,000 to support the final phase of a $10.4 million expansion and upgrade of the Reif Center in Grand Rapids.</li> <li>City of Tower - $350,000 toward water, sewer, roads and site work for a $6.7 million Tower Harbor Development project.</li> <li>City of Two Harbors - $201,000 to support water main relocation for an $11.9 million project to allow construction of a proposed manufacturing business and expansion of an existing business.<span style="font-size: 12px;"> </span></li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> </div>2599352016-10-13T14:31:30ZNews640NewsMeeting will be live streamed on IRRRB websiteIron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)ACC Manufacturing, Inc.Grand Rapids Economic Development AuthorityZakobe LLC Loan Guarantee Program Recapitalization TEDF - Hibbing Taconite CompanyTEDF - United Taconite LLCIron Range Higher Education AccountSchool Collaboration Accounteng2016-10-12T21:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-259833" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-10-12T21:30:00ZMeeting will be live streamed on IRRRB website1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <p>An IRRR Board Meeting has been scheduled for 11:00 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 17, 2016, at the IRRRB Administration Building in Eveleth. Please see the agenda below.  </p> <p>The IRRR Board Packet will be available tomorrow morning at http://mn.gov/irrrb/about-us/who-we-are/board-meetings.jsp On Monday, the Board Meeting will be live streamed and available to be viewed at the same link.  </p> <p>AGENDA</p> <p>1. Roll Call</p> <p>2. Approval of June 14, 2016, Meeting Minutes</p> <p>3. Commissioner’s Comments</p> <p>4. FY17 Infrastructure Projects </p> <p>5. ACC Manufacturing, Inc.</p> <p>6. Grand Rapids Economic Development Authority</p> <p>7. Zakobe LLC </p> <p>8. Loan Guarantee Program Recapitalization </p> <p>9. TEDF</p> <p>a. Hibbing Taconite Company</p> <p>b. United Taconite LLC</p> <p>10. Iron Range Higher Education Account</p> <p>11. School Collaboration Account</p> <p>12. Other</p> <p>13. Adjournment</p> </div> </div>2598332018-06-27T18:20:13ZNews640NewsCome learn about job opportunities in Minnesota State Government.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)State of Minnesota Career Faireng2016-10-06T21:00:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-259581" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-10-06T21:00:00ZCome learn about job opportunities in Minnesota State Government.1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">The State of Minnesota employs over 50,000 people at more than 100 agencies, boards, and colleges. From Crookston to the Twin Cities to Rochester, at any given time, there are hundreds of job opportunities throughout the state. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">This October 29, from 10 am – 4 pm, at the Minnesota Senate Office Building in St. Paul, we will be hosting the first State of Minnesota Career Fair. All 24 cabinet level agencies will be on hand with open job opportunities. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">There will also be on-site job interviews for select positions, professional headshots, resume review, and networking with state leaders. Mark your calendar. We hope to see you there. </span></font></p> </div> </div> </div>2595812016-10-12T15:10:29ZNews640News347130Featuring the new Giants Ridge chalet, IRRRB Application Fund program, and more! IRRRB The RangerFormer IRRRB Commissioner Jack DeLucaIron Range STEM ShowcaseMinnesota Manufacturing WeekIRRRB Application Fund programCyber Security Awareness MonthGiants Ridge Season Pass Sale Giants Ridge Ski SwapGiants Ridge FallFesteng2016-10-05T21:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-259278" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-10-05T21:00:00ZRemembering former IRRRB Commissioner Jack DeLuca and other Iron Range news1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Oct. 5 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* DeLuca built legacy of business development on Iron Range </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* 2016 Iron Range STEM Showcase free and open to public in Hibbing </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Minnesota Manufacturing Week highlights $48.2 billion industry</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* IRRRB Application Fund grant cycle now open</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Minnesota recognizes October as Cybersecurity Awareness Month</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Been thinking about skiing or boarding?</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1691e8b" target="_blank">The Ranger - Oct. 5, 2016</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />2592782018-07-24T19:04:31ZNews640News347130Featuring the new Giants Ridge chalet, IRRRB Application Fund program, and more! IRRRB The RangerGiants RidgeIRRRB Application Fund programHibbing Community College Healthcare Simulation CenterMinnesota Power's Power of One Business energy conservation programLaurentian Chamber of CommerceIRRRB Lunch & Learneng2016-09-21T21:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-256818" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-09-21T21:00:00ZFeaturing the new Giants Ridge chalet, IRRRB Application Fund program, and more! 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Sept. 21 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* A really grand opening: New Giants Ridge chalet opens to public</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* “Window” opens Oct. 1 for IRRRB Application Fund program </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Grand opening set for HCC Healthcare Simulation Center</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Minnesota Power recognizes IRRRB energy savings actions</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Reminder: Laurentian Chamber of Commerce offers members IRRRB “Lunch &amp; Learn”</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/165d436" target="_blank">The Ranger - Sept. 21, 2016</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />2568182018-07-24T19:04:34ZNews640NewsProgram reimburses cities, townships, non-profits educational institutions, and collaborative organizations for the costs of grant writing for projects within the IRRRB service area.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)IRRRB Application Fund Programeng2016-09-20T21:00:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-256785" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-09-20T21:00:00ZProgram reimburses cities, townships, non-profits educational institutions, and collaborative organizations for the costs of grant writing for projects within the IRRRB service area.1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">When the City of Ironton needed assistance applying for funding to extend the Cuyuna Trail System, a pedestrian crossing, downtown street lighting enhancement, and boulevard landscape enhancement, the city turned to the IRRRB’s Application Fund program for help.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">The Application Fund program reimburses cities, townships, non-profits educational institutions, and collaborative organizations for the costs of grant writing for projects within the IRRRB service area.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">For communities and organizations that don’t have the financial resources to pay for grant writing, the program is critical, said Amy Baratto, City of Ironton clerk.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">“It’s been a huge benefit to us,” said Baratto. “We’re a small city and it allows us to be able fund grant writing without having to increase our levy and apply for grants that we would not otherwise be able to apply for.”</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">For IRRRB fiscal year 2017, the program is funded at $50,000.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Eligible applicants can receive grants from $150 to $5,000 to help prepare and apply for grants from state, federal, and private sources other than IRRRB.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">The program provides a 1:1 match.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Applications are evaluated and scored on an individual basis. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Applications to the program for IRRRB fiscal year 2017 are being accepted Oct. 1 through Oct. 31, 2016 and March 1 through March 31, 2017.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Application must be made through the IRRRB online FLUUX grants management portal.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Baratto says the program has helped Ironton apply for grants to fund a variety of projects including public works, infrastructure and tourism. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">“It’s been a huge asset to us,” said Baratto.  </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Contact IRRRB Application Fund Program Administrator Whitney Ridlon at <a href="mailto:%20whitney.ridlon@state.mn.us" target="_blank">whitney.ridlon@state.mn.us</a> or (218)735-3004 with questions. </span></font></p> </div> </div> </div>2567852016-09-21T16:50:48ZNews640NewsChalet grand opening and Annual Season Pass Sale & Ski Swap set for Oct. 21-22Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Giants RidgeKim Karkoska Jason HirschLinda Johnson, Giants Ridge managing directoreng2016-09-16T21:00:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-256752" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-09-16T21:00:00ZChalet Grand Opening and Annual Season Pass Sale & Ski Swap set for Oct. 21-22New Giants Ridge chalet opens to public 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><img src="/irrrb/assets/New%20Chalet%208-23-16%20exterior_tcm1047-256792.jpg" title="New Chalet 8-23-16 exterior" alt="New Chalet 8-23-16 exterior" style="float: right; width: 400px; height: 189px;" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="New Chalet 8-23-16 exterior" />BIWABIK – Jill Karkoska will always remember her wedding day - and her late grandfather.</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">On August 13, Karkoska married Jason Hirsch</span></font><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;"> at Giants Ridge.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Karkoska was married where her grandfather Ed Karkoska in the 1950s was among a group of skiing pioneers who with axes and borrowed equipment carved the original skill hill out of the mountain.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">“We put out a memorial table of him,” said Karkoska. “We learned how to ski at a pretty young age up there. One of the memories I have of my grandfather is hanging out with him in the old ski patrol building.”</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">More memories will be made at Giants Ridge with the opening of the new Giants Ridge chalet.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Like Karkoska’s wedding reception, the stunning 34,000 square-foot center is already hosting some large celebrations. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">“The Great Room of the new chalet is booked every Saturday through October and also for some Fridays and Sundays,” said Linda Johnson, Giants Ridge managing director. “And we already have 18 weddings booked for the 2017 season.”</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Karkoska and her wedding party of 206 were among the first to use the new chalet. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">“It worked very well,” said Karkoska. “The vaulted ceilings were really nice because you don’t feel so crowded and the set-up with the big front windows facing the ski hill is absolutely gorgeous.” </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">The chalet also includes a rental shop, ticket area, gift shop, food court, and the already open-to-the-public “Burnt Onion Kitchen &amp; Brews” restaurant.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Exterior amenities such as a fire pit and large concrete “skier beach”, are also ready to go.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">A climbing wall will be completed by the end of October.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">And construction on two new quad chair lifts will begin in the spring.</span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">A portion of the former chalet along with a snow sports pavilion, are being used for smaller group meetings.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Natural rock and wood from the Iron Range are incorporated throughout the construction.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Together, the project creates a total of 42,408 square-feet of space, improves services, grows meeting space, and improves guest flow.  </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">“Before, everything was in one narrow building,” said Johnson. “What we wanted to do was to create the village concept, so skiers are able to spread out.”         </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Over the years, Giants Ridge has become a popular, scenic setting for weddings, birthday gatherings, and family events.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">However, the new chalet offers users more space, amenities, and food service than ever before. It also allows Giants Ridge to host larger groups and groups of varying sizes. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">“We were married at the 18th hole next to the Wacootah Grille,” said Karkoska. “And a double rainbow came out after the ceremony. It was amazing.”  </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">A 2016 THK Associates study shows Giants Ridge to have a $43 million economic impact on the local economy.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Fast Facts</span></strong></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">What: Giants Ridge Chalet Grand Opening and Annual Season Pass Sale &amp; Ski Swap</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Where: Biwabik </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">When: Friday, Saturday, Oct. 21-22, ribbon cutting, music, ski swap and season pass sale, complimentary barbecue, outdoor activities. Visit <a href="http://www.giantsridge.com/" target="_blank">www.giantsridge.com</a> for specific times. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Who: Public is invited.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px;">How: To schedule your special event at Giants Ridge contact Wendy VonWald at 218-865-8012 <a href="mailto:" target="_blank">wendy.vonwald@giantsridge.com</a> </span></font></p> </div> </div> </div>2567522016-10-05T20:14:16ZNews640News347130Highlighting Laurentian Chamber's "Lunch & Learn" at IRRRB, Governor Dayton's "Year of Water Action," Culture and Tourism Grant Program, and more!IRRRB The RangerLaurentian Chamber of CommerceIRRRB Lunch & LearnGovernor Mark Dayton Year of Water Action IRRRB Culture and Tourism Grant ProgramGiants Ridgeeng2016-09-07T21:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-255040" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-09-07T21:00:00ZHighlighting Laurentian Chamber's Lunch & Learn at IRRRB, Governor Dayton's "Year of Water Action," IRRRB's Culture and Tourism Grant Program, and more!1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The Sept. 7 Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Laurentian Chamber of Commerce offers members IRRRB “Lunch &amp; Learn”</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Governor Mark Dayton announces “Year of Water Action” pledge </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* IRRRB Culture and Tourism Grant Program accepting applications</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* It's a "giant" month for golf at Giants Ridge</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Latest print edition of The Ranger now available</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1622884" target="_blank">The Ranger - Sept. 7, 2016</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />2550402018-07-24T19:04:40ZNews640News347130Featuring articles on Spectrum Health's Carefree Living facilities and the Pro Blast Technology expansionIRRRB The RangerSpectrum Health CompaniesJon Monacelli, Spectrum Health Companies senior vice president, finance, planning and developmentPro Blast Technology, KeewatinJoe Godwin, Pro Blast Technology ownerIRRRB Downtown & Business Corridor Grant ProgramIRRRB Commissioner Mark Phillipseng2016-09-06T13:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-254984" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-09-04T13:00:00ZFeaturing articles on Spectrum Health's Carefree Living facilities and the Pro Blast Technology expansion1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">IRRRB publishes a print edition of The Ranger newsletter in the Mesabi Daily News, Hibbing Daily Tribune and Grand Rapids Herald-Review. Article topics in the latest issue include:</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* A new home at home: Spectrum Health's Carefree Living facilities help residents stay in their hometown  </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Pro Blast Technology expansion helps broaden customer base</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Downtown revitalization a common theme, a message from IRRRB Commissioner Mark Phillips</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="/irrrb/assets/The%20Ranger%20September%202016_tcm1047-254999.pdf" title="The Ranger September 2016" target="_blank" xlink:title="The Ranger September 2016" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink">Read the print edition of The Ranger.</a> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p style="font-size: 11px;"> </p> </div>2549842018-07-24T19:04:35ZNews640News347130Featuring IRRRB, Blandin Foundation broadband partnership, FLUXX grants management training and more!IRRRB The RangerBlandin FoundationBlandin Broadband Communities ProgramBernadine Joselyn, Blandin Foundation director of public policy and engagementFLUXX grants management trainingOffice of Equity in Procurement Giants Ridgeeng2016-08-17T21:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-252970" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-08-17T21:00:00ZFeaturing IRRRB, Blandin Foundation broadband partnership, FLUXX grants management training and more!1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The latest Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* IRRRB, Blandin Foundation form new partnership to assist communities with broadband planning</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* FLUXX grant training for non-profit organizations set for Aug. 25</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Office of Equity in Procurement promotes opportunities to do business with the state</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Fall news from Giants Ridge</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/15d61b2" target="_blank">The Ranger - Aug. 17, 2016</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />2529702018-07-24T19:03:19ZNews640NewsTraining session on new grants management software set for non-profit organizations and other eligible applicants on Thursday, August 25Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)IRRRB Grants Officeeng2016-08-04T21:00:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-251301" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-08-04T21:00:00ZTraining session on new grants management software set for non-profit organizations and other eligible applicants on Thursday, August 251047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;"><img src="/irrrb/assets/Agency%20Building%20August%202016_tcm1047-251317.jpg" title="Agency Building August 2016" alt="Agency Building August 2016" style="float: right; width: 350px; height: 232px;" class="photoRightWithBorder" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="Agency Building August 2016" />IRRRB’s Grants Office announces the agency’s current and upcoming grant opportunities. IRRRB offers a number of programs to prepare the communities of northeastern Minnesota for change and growth. Below is a listing of the grant programs and application deadlines. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">IRRRB Grant Programs and Application Deadlines</span></strong></p> <h1 style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px; font-size: 16pt;"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Aug. 8-31, 2016</span></strong></h1> <ul> <li style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><em><strong>Commercial Redevelopment:</strong></em> The Commercial Redevelopment Grant Program assists cities, townships and counties in demolishing dilapidated commercial or industrial buildings and cleaning up brownfields located within the IRRRB service area.  </span></li> <li style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><em><strong>Residential Redevelopment:</strong></em> The Residential Redevelopment Grant Program assists cities, townships and counties in demolishing dilapidated residential structures including single-unit residential homes, residential duplex homes of no more than two units, garages and accessory structures located within the IRRRB service area.</span></li> </ul> <div><strong><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Aug. 8 - Sept. 2, 2016</span></strong></div> <div> <ul> <li style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;"><em><strong>Development Infrastructure:</strong></em> The Development Infrastructure Grant Program helps cities and townships fund development related infrastructure projects located within the IRRRB service area to support economic development.</span></font></li> </ul> </div> <div><strong><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Aug. 8 - Sept. 9, 2016</span></strong></div> <ul> <li style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><em><strong>Comprehensive Plan:</strong></em> The Comprehensive Plan Grant Program prepares communities for change and growth within the IRRRB service area.  A comprehensive plan or community vision plan provides a guide detailing the community’s future growth and development.</span></li> <li style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><em><strong>Development Partnership:</strong></em> The Development Partnerships Program provides funds for research, education and development based initiatives which support the long-term economic growth of northeastern Minnesota.</span></li> <li style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><em><strong>Drilling Incentive:</strong></em> The Drilling Incentive Grant (DIG) Program is designed to stimulate exploration for new metallic minerals and/or new deposits of minerals within the IRRRB service area.</span></li> <li style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><em><strong>Laurentian Vision Partnership:</strong></em> The Laurentian Vision Partnership (LVP) Innovation Grant Program assists cities, townships, non-profits or joint powers boards with projects to promote the LVP vision and mission including preserving lands that sustain current and future mining, promoting landscape options for post mining uses, and identifying and discussing new development opportunities.</span></li> <li style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><em><strong>Mining Impact:</strong></em> The Mining Impact Grant Program proactively identifies existing or potential mining influences on the region's communities. Once identified, the goals are to develop a plan to address the influences in a timely manner and provide time to implement solutions.</span></li> </ul> <div style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Sept. 1-30, 2016</span></strong></div> <ul> <li style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;"><em><strong>Culture and Tourism:</strong></em> Strong arts, culture, heritage and recreational activities are essential to the quality of life and economy of the IRRRB service area. The Culture and Tourism Grant Program assists non-profits by supporting those projects.</span></font></li> <li style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><em><strong>Workforce:</strong></em> The Workforce Development Grant Program supports education and training initiatives that emerge from industry, industry clusters, schools, or collaborations that build capacity, increase responsiveness, or demonstrate innovation to address workforce needs within the IRRRB service area.</span></li> </ul> <h1 style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Oct. 1-31, 2016</span></strong></h1> <ul> <li style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;"><em><strong>Application Fund:</strong></em> The Application Fund reimburses the costs of preparing and applying for a grant that will advance innovative economic growth within the IRRRB service area. </span></font></li> </ul> <h1 style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Nov. 1-30, 2016</span></strong></h1> <ul> <li style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;"><em><strong>Downtown and Business Corridor (NEW PROGRAM)</strong></em>: The Downtown &amp; Business Corridor Grant Program is a competitive grant program designed to incentivize further investment in downtown areas and business corridors by promoting safe and attractive environments for residents, shoppers, workers, and visitors. This program will provide funding for highly visible and creative projects to create excitement, encourage citizen engagement, and generate visible improvements.</span></font></li> </ul> <h1 style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">March 2- March 31, 2017 </span></strong></h1> <ul> <li style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><em><strong>Application Fund:</strong></em> The Application Fund reimburses the costs of grant writing for nonprofit organizations, educational institutions and emergency service projects located within the IRRRB service area.</span></li> <li style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong><em>Culture and Tourism:</em></strong> Strong arts, culture, heritage and recreational activities are essential to the quality of life and economy of the IRRRB service area. The Culture and Tourism Grant Program assists non-profits by supporting those projects.</span></li> </ul> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><strong><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Training Opportunity</span></strong></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">IRRRB's Grants Office has implemented a new grants management software, called FLUXX.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Beginning this month, all IRRRB grant applications, reimbursement requests, correspondence and reports will be required to be filed electronically through this system. Applicants will find many benefits, including the ability to apply for grants, track grant progress, and request grant reimbursements in a quick, efficient manner.  </span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">In addition, the system will allow IRRRB to electronically streamline grants management, provide timely communication to applicants about grant processes, and provide improved customer service. </span></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; margin-top: 14px; margin-bottom: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35);">A training session on the FLUXX grants management software will be held for non-profit organizations and other eligible applicants on Thursday, Aug. 25 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the IRRRB administrative building. To RSVP, contact Kimmie Hall at 218-735-3008 or <a href="mailto:kimmie.hall@state.mn.us" style="color: rgb(29, 87, 130);" target="_blank">kimmie.hall@state.mn.us</a></p> </div> </div> </div>2513012016-08-31T16:46:35ZNews640News347130Featuring the MDI open house, new IRRRB grants software & more!IRRRB The RangerMinnesota Diversified Industries (MDI) CohassetFLUXX grants management softwareMacalester studentsThe Legend at Giants Ridgeeng2016-08-03T21:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-252968" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-08-03T21:00:00ZFeaturing the MDI open house, new IRRRB grants software & more!1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The latest Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Minnesota Diversified Industries opens new facility in Cohasset</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* IRRRB implements online grants management system</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Macalester students present findings on Iron Range economic resilience</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* The Legend at Giants Ridge named most favorite Minnesota golf course</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/158d72a" target="_blank">The Ranger - Aug. 3, 2016</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />2529682018-07-24T19:03:22ZNews640News347130Featuring the Tioga Mountain Bike Park, the Business Energy Retrofit informational meetings, Mesabi Musical Theatre's production of "Crazy for You" and more! IRRRB The RangerTioga Mountain Bike ParkCity of Cohasset Grand Rapids Itasca Mountain Bicycling Association (GRIMBA)Jessica Piche, City of Cohasset Business Energy Retrofit informational meetingsMesabi Musical Theatre presents Crazy for YouGiants Ridgeeng2016-07-14T21:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-249535" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-07-14T21:00:00ZFeaturing the Tioga Mountain Bike Park, the Business Energy Retrofit informational meetings, Mesabi Musical Theatre's production of "Crazy for You" and more! 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The latest Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Tioga Mountain Bike Park moves toward construction</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Business Energy Retrofit informational meetings planned</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Mesabi Musical Theatre's production of "Crazy for You" opens July 27</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Giants Ridge to host Junior Golf Clinics</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/155c8e2" target="_blank">The Ranger - July 14, 2016</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />2495352018-07-24T19:03:51ZNews640NewsBusiness owners and other interested in learning about the program are welcomeIron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Business Energy Retrofit Arrowhead Economic Opportunity Agency (AEOA)eng2016-07-14T17:00:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-242835" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-07-14T17:00:00ZBusiness owners and other interested in learning about the program are welcome1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div><span style="color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">IRRRB's </span><span style="color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">Business Energy Retrofit Program (BER) is designed to aid in </span><span style="color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);">financing energy retrofit projects. BER </span><span style="color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);">provides business owners 1/3 of the total project cost up to $20,000.</span></div> <div><span style="color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);"><br /></span></div> <div><span style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5;">Business owners and others interested in </span><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">learning</span><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5;"> more about the program are invited to attend an informational meeting. Click <a href="/irrrb/assets/BER%20Flyer_tcm1047-249480.pdf" title="BER Flyer" target="_blank" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="BER Flyer">here</a> for details. </span></font></span></div> <div><span style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5;"><br /></span></font></span></div> <div><span style="background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5;" /></font></span></div> </div>2428352016-07-14T19:49:04ZNews640News347130The June 22 edition features Veterans on the Lake resort, Iron Range diversification, the Northern Lights Music Festival and other regional news. IRRRB The RangerVeterans on the Lake Resort, ElyStrong TownsNorthern Lights Music FestivalGiants Ridgeeng2016-06-22T21:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-246673" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-06-22T21:00:00ZThe June 22 edition features Veterans on the Lake Resort, Iron Range diversification, the Northern Lights Music Festival, and other regional news. 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The latest Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* “It’s wilderness therapy” ~ Veterans on the Lake Resort offers veterans a place of retreat </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* BusinessNorth: Stage 2 firms could be key for Iron Range diversification </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Northern Lights Music Festival kicks off on July 2</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Giants Ridge golf receives statewide, national recognition</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/151055f" target="_blank">The Ranger - June 22, 2016</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />2466732018-07-24T19:03:56ZNews640NewsMeeting will be live streamed on IRRRB websiteIron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)IRRRB BudgetSwan Lease, LLC/Swan Machine, Inc.Northshore Business Centereng2016-06-09T21:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-245155" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-06-09T21:30:00ZMeeting will be live streamed on IRRRB website1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <p>An Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board Meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, June 14, 2016, at 11 a.m. at the IRRRB Administration Building in Eveleth, MN. Please see the meeting agenda below.  The IRRR Board meeting will be live streamed on Tuesday and available on our website <a href="http://mn.gov/irrrb/" target="_blank">mn.gov/irrrb</a>.</p> <p><span style="font-size:11.0pt;font-family:&quot;Calibri&quot;,&quot;sans-serif&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family:Calibri;mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-bidi-font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;;mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-fareast-language:EN-US; mso-bidi-language:AR-SA">The IRRR Board Meeting Packet will be available on our website tomorrow morning.   IRRR Board Packet – Tuesday, June 14, 2016</span></p> <p>AGENDA</p> <p class="MsoNormal">1. Roll Call</p> <p class="MsoNormal">2. Approval of February 22, 2016, Meeting Minutes</p> <p class="MsoNormal">3. Commissioner’s Comments</p> <p class="MsoNormal">4. FY17 IRRRB Budget </p> <p class="MsoNormal">        a. IRRRB Annual Budget</p> <p class="MsoNormal">        b. Giants Ridge Capital Expenditure</p> <p class="MsoNormal">5. Siding Manufacturing Company</p> <p class="MsoNormal">6. Swan Lease, LLC/Swan Machine, Inc.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">7. FY17 Public Works Projects </p> <p class="MsoNormal">        a. City of Grand Rapids </p> <p class="MsoNormal">        b. City of Virginia </p> <p class="MsoNormal">8. Other</p> <p class="MsoNormal">        a. Northshore Business Center</p> <p class="MsoNormal">9. Adjournment</p> </div> </div>2451552018-07-02T19:27:44ZNews640News347130Highlighting the $8.1 million Cook Hospital expansion, the Recharge the Range event and other regional news IRRRB The RangerCook HospitalRecharge the RangeGiants Ridgefarmers marketseng2016-06-09T21:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-245021" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-06-09T21:00:00ZHighlighting the $8.1 million Cook Hospital expansion, the Recharge the Range event and other regional news 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The latest Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Cook Hospital breaks ground on $8.1 million nursing home addition</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Recharge the Range event generates momentum</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Giants Ridge Father's Day golf special will suit dad to a tee</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* ICYMI: Read the latest print edition of The Ranger</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/149b93e" target="_blank">The Ranger - June 9, 2016</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />2450212018-07-24T19:04:01ZNews640News347130Featuring articles on local farmers markets and Bovey fishing lure manufacturer KMDA IRRRB The RangerIRRRB Commissioner Mark PhillipsIron Range farmers marketsJennifer Gordon Hughes, Ely Farmers MarketRichard Johnson, Hibbing Famers MarketJanna Goerdt, Tower Famers MarketMarlise Riffel, Virginia Market SquareKMDA, BoveyDerek and Mike Vekicheng2016-05-30T13:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-244786" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-05-30T13:00:00ZFeaturing articles on local farmers markets and Bovey fishing lure manufacturer KMDA 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">IRRRB publishes a print edition of The Ranger newsletter in the Mesabi Daily News, Hibbing Daily Tribune and Grand Rapids Herald-Review. Article topics in the latest issue include:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </p> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Locally-grown foods, farmers markets growing</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* KMDA tackles worldwide fishing market</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* A message from IRRRB Commissioner Mark Phillips: What’s your idea to help "Recharge the Range"?</div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="/irrrb/assets/The%20Ranger%20May%202016_tcm1047-244801.pdf" title="The Ranger May 2016" target="_blank" xlink:title="The Ranger May 2016" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink">Read the print edition of The Ranger.</a></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </p> <hr xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />2447862018-07-24T19:04:18ZNews640News347130Featuring the Strong Towns visit to the Iron Range, the upcoming Recharge the Range event and other regional news IRRRB The RangerStrong TownsRecharge the RangeNORTHFORCEGiants RidgeThe GRIND off-road cycling eventeng2016-05-18T21:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-233018" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-05-18T21:00:00ZFeaturing the Strong Towns visit to the Iron Range, the upcoming Recharge the Range event and other regional news 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The latest Ranger newsletter is here! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Strong Towns hosts Iron Range community conversations</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Register today for the Recharge the Range public forum</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* NORTHFORCE recognized as Progress Minnesota Honoree</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">*Take a break from the same old GRIND with new off-road cycling event</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/149b93e" target="_blank">The Ranger - May 18, 2016</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />2330182018-07-24T19:04:14ZNews640News347130Featuring the Recharge the Range public forum on June 6 and other regional news IRRRB The RangerRecharge the RangeIRRRB Commissioner Mark PhillipsApplied Learning InstituteCurling Night in AmericaRick Patzke, USA Curling directorPhill DrobnickAfter the RealityDavid Anderson, producer and director of the film,Comet TheaterI Make Mesabi MagicIron Range Tourism BureauGiants RidgeThe QuarryThe Legendeng2016-05-05T21:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-228172" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-05-05T21:00:00ZFeaturing the Recharge the Range public forum on June 6 and other regional news 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The May 5 Ranger newsletter is now available! In this issue:</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Recharge the Range public forum scheduled for June 6</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Applied Learning Institute students help Habitat for Humanity build</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Curling Night in America at Curl Mesabi Curling Club rocks the house</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Film shot in northeastern Minnesota to screen at Comet Theater in Cook</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* "I Make Mesabi Magic" customer service training offered</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Giants Ridge garners top Golf Digest and Golfweek accolades</p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1479c3d" target="_blank">The Ranger - May 5, 2016</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />2281722018-07-24T19:04:20ZNews640NewsApproximately 135 tourism, arts, culture, civic, and business leaders from across the region participated in the April 7 event.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Recharge the RangeThe Cool and Creative Get TogetherCommissioner Mark Phillipseng2016-04-19T15:00:00Z2016-05-05T21:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-227895" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-05-05T21:00:00ZThe event is the fourth in a series of forums aimed at generating momentum around new and existing projects and ideas to help improve quality of life and diversify the economy of Iron Range communities.1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <p><font face="Times New Roman, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px;"><img src="/irrrb/assets/RTR%20Color%20Logo_tcm1047-227639.jpg" title="RTR Color Logo" alt="RTR Color Logo" style="float: right; width: 300px; height: 108px;" class="photoRightWithBorder" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="RTR Color Logo" />Members of the public from across the Iron Range are invited to weigh in with ideas on how to recharge Iron Range communities and the economy at the “Recharge the Range” forum on Monday, June 6, at Minnesota Discovery Center in Chisholm.</span></font> <br /> <font face="Times New Roman, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px;"><br /></span></font><font face="Times New Roman, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px;">The event is the fourth in a series of forums aimed at generating momentum around new and existing projects and ideas to help improve quality of life and diversify the economy of Iron Range communities. Community and business leader forums were held in February along with a Cool and Creative Get Together in April. </span></font> <br /> <br /> <font face="Times New Roman, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px;">More than 350 people have participated in Recharge the Range events to date. This public session is open to anyone who wants to take part in shaping the future of the Range. </span></font> <br /> <br /> <font face="Times New Roman, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px;">Ideas focusing on existing and new business development, arts, culture, natural resource development, tourism and recreation, education, talent development, rebranding the Iron Range, local food, and other subjects were topics at the earlier forums. </span></font> <br /> <font face="Times New Roman, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px;"><br /></span></font><font face="Times New Roman, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px;">“Community and business leaders have already suggested hundreds of great ideas to improve quality of life and grow the regional economy,” said IRRRB Commissioner Mark Phillips. “We’re anticipating a large turnout and even more bold ideas to come from the June public forum.”</span></font> <br /> <font face="Times New Roman, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px;"><br /></span></font><font face="Times New Roman, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px;">The forum begins with networking and refreshments from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Guest speakers and action group breakout idea sessions are 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.</span></font> <br /> <font face="Times New Roman, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px;"><br /></span></font><font face="Times New Roman, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px;">Leading ideas derived from the forums will be moved forward by forum participants who are willing to serve on topic-specific committees.  </span></font> <br /> <font face="Times New Roman, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px;"><br /></span></font><font face="Times New Roman, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px;">Iron Range Resources &amp; Rehabilitation Board, Range Association of Municipalities &amp; Schools, and ALLETE are hosting the forums. </span></font> <br /> <font face="Times New Roman, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px;"><br /></span></font><font face="Times New Roman, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px;">Registration for the forum is due by noon on Thursday, May 26. </span></font></p> </div> </div>2278952019-05-07T13:25:07ZNews640NewsThe week-long series of community conversations kicks off on May 16 and is sponsored by IRRRB and the Blandin Foundation. Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Blandin FoundationStrong TownsChuck Marohneng2016-05-03T15:00:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-228161" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-05-03T15:00:00ZThe week-long series of community conversations kicks off on May 16 and is sponsored by IRRRB and the Blandin Foundation. 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><font face="Times New Roman, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px;"><img src="/irrrb/assets/Strong%20Towns_tcm1047-228168.png" title="Strong Towns" alt="Strong Towns" style="float: right; width: 300px; height: 300px;" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="Strong Towns" />Strong Towns, a national nonprofit working to strengthen financial resilience in America’s towns and neighborhoods, will lead a week-long series of community conversations on the Iron Range beginning May 16, sponsored by IRRRB and the Blandin Foundation. </span></font></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><font face="Times New Roman, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px;">During this week, Strong Towns staff, including President Charles Marohn, a lifelong resident of northern Minnesota, will travel the length of the Iron Range to discuss why our communities are struggling financially and how to fix that. The answers lie in the way we have developed; the financial productivity of our places. </span></font></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><font face="Times New Roman, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px;">Strong Towns will highlight creative ways to build better places and create more job opportunities, all while utilizing the assets that already exist in the community.  </span></font></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><font face="Times New Roman, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px;">The schedule of public events is as follows: </span></font></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><font face="Times New Roman, serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 16px;">MONDAY, MAY 16</span></strong></font></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><font face="Times New Roman, serif"><em><span style="font-size: 16px;">Panel Discussion: The Role of Tourism and Arts in Bringing People Back to the Range</span></em></font></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><font face="Times New Roman, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px;">12 p.m. to 1 p.m., Old Central High School, 10 NW 5th St, Grand Rapids</span></font></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="http://www.strongtowns.org/eventspage/2016/5/16/grand-rapids-mn" target="_blank"><font face="Times New Roman, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px;">RSVP here.</span></font></a></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><font face="Times New Roman, serif"><em><span style="font-size: 16px;">Curbside Chat</span></em></font></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><font face="Times New Roman, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px;">6 p.m. to 8 p.m, Timberlake Lodge, 144 Southeast 17th Street, Grand Rapids</span></font></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><font face="Times New Roman, serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 16px;">TUESDAY, MAY 17</span></strong></font></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><font face="Times New Roman, serif"><em><span style="font-size: 16px;">Curbside Chat</span></em></font></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><font face="Times New Roman, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px;">4 p.m. to 6 p.m., Barr Engineering, 3128 14th Ave E, Hibbing</span></font></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><font face="Times New Roman, serif"><strong><span style="font-size: 16px;">WEDNESDAY, MAY 18</span></strong></font></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><em style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 0.75rem;"><span style="font-size: 16px;">Panel Discussion: Collaboration is Crucial</span></em></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">12 p.m. to 1 p.m., Lyric Center for the Arts (514 Chestnut Street, Virginia) </span></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/panel-discussion-collaboration-is-crucial-tickets-25271468643" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">RSVP here.</span></a></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><em style="font-size: 0.75rem; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="font-size: 16px;">Curbside Chat</span></em></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Mesabi East School – Large Commons, 601 N. 1st Street W., Aurora </span></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><strong style="font-size: 0.75rem; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="font-size: 16px;">THURSDAY, MAY 19</span></strong></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><em style="font-size: 0.75rem; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="font-size: 16px;">Panel Discussion: Building a Strong Economic Development Ecosystem in Your Town</span></em></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">12 p.m. to 1 p.m., Lyric Center for the Arts, 514 Chestnut Street, Virginia </span></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><font face="Times New Roman, serif"><span style="font-size: 16px;"><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/building-a-strong-economic-development-ecosystem-in-your-town-tickets-25273711351" target="_blank">RSVP here.</a></span></font></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><em style="font-size: 0.75rem; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;"><span style="font-size: 16px;">Curbside Chat</span></em></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Mesabi Range College - Virginia Campus, 1001 Chestnut Street, Virginia </span></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">All members of the community are invited to attend these events and participate in discussions about the alternative economy and the Strong Towns approach.</span> <span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">Additional events will be added soon. </span></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: 16px;">Strong Towns staff will also meet with community leaders and host walking tours of several downtowns in the Iron Range. </span></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">Finally, between May 16-20, Strong Towns will also share a collection of stories from small business owners and community leaders in the Iron Range region on its</span> <a href="http://www.strongtowns.org/" target="_blank" style="font-size: 16px; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">website</a><span style="font-size: 16px; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">, as well as daily articles explaining Strong Towns principles and their application on the Range. </span></p>2281612017-11-28T15:18:11ZNews640NewsScreenings planned for Sunday, June 5, at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)After the Reality filmDavid Anderson, producer and directorCarol Carlson John MetsaComet Theater, Cookeng2016-04-27T15:00:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-227389" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-04-27T15:00:00ZScreenings planned for Sunday, June 5, at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m.1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;"><img src="/irrrb/assets/After%20the%20Reality%20Logo_tcm1047-227464.jpeg" title="After the Reality Logo" alt="After the Reality Logo" style="float: right; width: 250px; height: 185px;" class="photoRightWithBorder" xlink:title="After the Reality Logo" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" />A big screen movie filmed in northeastern Minnesota is coming to a cool theater in northeastern Minnesota. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">“After the Reality,” a film shot at Nelson’s Resort in Crane Lake and at locations in Virginia, Minnesota, screens at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m., Sunday, June 5, at the Comet Theater in Cook.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">The screening is free and open to the public.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">The 110-seat Comet is Minnesota’s oldest, longest continuous-running theater. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">“I think it’s great,” said Carol Carlson, who co-owns the theater with husband John Metsa. “Anytime we can do a first showing and do something for the community, it’s great.”</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">The film made its world premiere April 21, at Newport Beach Film Festival in Newport Beach, California.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">David Anderson, producer and director of the film, said the movie would also screen in northeastern Minnesota.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">As a youth, Anderson spent time on Lake Vermilion near Cook.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">The one-hour, 25-minute film is about a contestant on a bachelorette style reality show whose life is thrown into turmoil when the sudden death of his father forces him to quit the series prematurely and reconnect with his estranged sister at the family cabin.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">While scouting locations, Anderson and his crew stopped at the Comet for coffee and fell in love with the theater. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">“It represents what a 21st century theater should be,” said Anderson. “A place not only of storytelling, but also a cozy place to catch-up with friends, with cool and unique gifts and of course great coffee and popcorn. `After the Reality,’ wouldn’t have been a reality without the people of the Range and I can’t wait to share it with them at such an exceptional theater.”</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">The theater uses state-of-the-art digital cinema projection (DCP). </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">“The fact that the Comet has DCP means the projection quality is of much higher quality,” said Richard Hansen, director of the Duluth Superior Film Festival, which helped organize the screening. “That kind of high quality projection is important to filmmakers because the audience can enjoy the film at its highest quality.”  </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">The Comet Theater opened in 1939 and is celebrating its 76th year of continuous operation. </span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><font color="#232323" face="arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px;">“We’re the coolest theater around,” said Carlson.</span></font></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; margin-bottom: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 14px; line-height: 21px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35); font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif;">Filming in northeastern Minnesota was supported in part by IRRRB.</span></p> </div> </div> </div>2273892016-05-05T20:20:19ZNews640News347130Featuring IRRRB Commissioner Mark Phillips' testimony at the International Trade Commission, new Minnesota Compass tools for northeastern Minnesota and other regional news IRRRB The RangerIRRRB Commissioner Mark PhillipsMinnesota CompassCool & Creative Get TogetherStrong TownsNon-traditional lending forumsGrand Rapids Area Chamber of CommerceHibbing Area Chamber of CommerceLaurentian Chamber of Commerceeng2016-04-20T21:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-227470" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-04-20T21:00:00ZFeaturing IRRRB Commissioner Mark Phillips' testimony at the International Trade Commission, new Minnesota Compass tools for northeastern Minnesota and other regional news 1047<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">The April 20 edition of The Ranger is now available. In this issue: </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* IRRRB commissioner testifies at International Trade Commission </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Northeastern Minnesota communities get new tools at Minnesota Compass  </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* “Cool &amp; Creative Get Together” generates hundreds of ideas to improve quality of life </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Strong Towns to host community conversations on economics on the Iron Range </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">*Non-traditional lending forums offered for area businesses </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.  </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank">The Ranger - April 20, 2016</a></p> <a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/14424f4" target="_blank" style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" />2274702018-07-24T19:03:14ZNews640NewsApproximately 135 tourism, arts, culture, civic, and business leaders from across the region participated in the April 7 event.Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)The Cool and Creative Get TogetherCommissioner Mark PhillipsSheila Smith, Minnesota Citizens for the Artseng2016-04-19T15:00:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-223521" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-04-19T15:00:00ZApproximately 135 tourism, arts, culture, civic, and business leaders from across the region participated in the April 7 event.Region “pulling above its weight” in arts and culture measures1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <p><img src="/irrrb/assets/Phillips%20Cool%20%26%20Creative_tcm1047-223831.jpg" title="Commissioner Phillips Cool &amp; Creative" alt="Commissioner Phillips Cool &amp; Creative" style="float: right; width: 250px; height: 166px;" class="photoRightWithBorder" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="Commissioner Phillips Cool &amp; Creative" />An online list of the top ten Iron Range attractions. An ice skating trail. A roving farmers’ market on a bus. Rent-a-bike opportunities at area mine views. And a weekly family entertainment event.   </p> <p>Those are just a few of the hundreds of ideas generated at the Thursday, April 7, “Cool and Creative Get Together,” at Minnesota Discovery Center in Chisholm.</p> <p>The one-day event, hosted by Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB), focused on improving quality of life in northeastern Minnesota through arts, culture, history, recreation, tourism, locally-made, local and ethnic foods and well-being. </p> <p>Approximately 135 tourism, arts, culture, civic, and business leaders from across the region participated. The Eveleth-Gilbert Concert Choir opened the event with the national anthem. </p> <p>IRRRB Commissioner Mark Phillips (pictured right) challenged participants to be bold in coming up with new ideas to improve quality of life in the region. </p> <p>IRRRB, through the “Cool and Creative” event and its “Recharge the Range” forums, is listening to input from business, community, and the public on how to improve life in northeastern Minnesota communities.   </p> <p>At “Cool and Creative,” Sheila Smith of Minnesota Citizens for the Arts spoke about the significant economic impact of arts in the Arrowhead region. </p> <p>Smith said the Arrowhead is “punching above its weight” when it comes to arts and culture. </p> <p>The Arrowhead is fourth in population among 11 Minnesota regions, but second only to the Twin Cities in the size of economic impact from arts and culture, said Smith. </p> <p>Arts and culture activities generate $39.7 million annually in the Arrowhead, an $8.6 million increase since 2006. Arts and culture support 1,063 jobs in the Arrowhead, a 159 increase since 2006. And arts and culture in the Arrowhead is second only to the Twin Cities in the amount of local and state revenues generated, said Smith. </p> <p>Another highlight of the day was a video presentation by Virginia High School honors economics students. Their presentation focused on possible approaches to improving the quality of life on the Iron Range, based on data they collected from a survey of over 200 area college and high school students.</p> <p>Linda Kratt, executive director of Visit Cook County, gave a presentation on how collaboration has led to great economic impact in her region. </p> <p>Following brief presentations by several “speed speakers,” participants broke into 17 different groups to brainstorm ideas around topics such as visual arts, performing arts, music, entrepreneurship, downtowns, mountain biking, well-being, branding the region, motorized and non-motorized recreation. </p> <p>Others ideas included forming a regional arts council, developing purpose-built mountain bike trails, starting high school mountain bike teams, developing new events on the Mesabi Trail, and a group of communities joining together to hold a large summer celebration. </p> <p>New collaborations and action steps to carry out some of the ideas are underway as a result of the event. </p> <p>IRRRB in February held two “Recharge the Range” forums with business and community leaders. A public “Recharge the Range” forum is being planned for June at Minnesota Discovery Center.</p> </div> </div> </div>2235212016-04-20T21:05:55ZNews640NewsForums set for April 27 in Grand Rapids, May 3 in Virginia, and May 10 in Hibbing Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB)Non-traditional lending forumsGrand Rapids Area Chamber of CommerceHibbing Area Chamber of CommerceLaurentian Chamber of CommerceMichael Lattery, Entrepreneur Fund director of business finance Jeff Borling, Great River Energy economic development leadMichael Colclough, Northland Foundation director of business financeBob Palmquist, Northspan senior business developerSteve Peterson, IRRRB director of developmenteng2016-04-18T15:00:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-223576" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-04-18T15:00:00ZForums set for April 27 in Grand Rapids, May 3 in Virginia, and May 10 in Hibbing 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; margin-bottom: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35);"><img src="/irrrb/assets/office-620822_1920_tcm1047-223833.jpg" title="Non-traditional Lenders Forum" alt="Non-traditional Lenders Forum" style="float: right; width: 300px; height: 199px;" class="photoRightWithBorder" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="office-620822_1920" />Three forums aimed at helping area businesses learn about non-traditional financing will be held across the Iron Range.</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; margin-top: 14px; margin-bottom: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35);">Hosted by the Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce, Hibbing Area Chamber of Commerce and Laurentian Chamber of Commerce, the forums are designed to provide information about local non-traditional financial assets, support, and partnering. </p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; margin-top: 14px; margin-bottom: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35);">Growing and expanding businesses, community leaders, economic developers, commercial lenders, chamber members and community organizations are invited to attend.</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; margin-top: 14px; margin-bottom: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35);">Presenters are Michael Lattery, Entrepreneur Fund director of business finance; Jeff Borling, Great River Energy economic development lead; Michael Colclough, Northland Foundation director of business finance; Bob Palmquist, Northspan senior business developer; and Steve Peterson, IRRRB director of development.</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; margin-top: 14px; margin-bottom: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35);">Cost is $15 per person, including lunch. RSVP’s are required.</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; margin-top: 14px; margin-bottom: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35);">Forums are:</p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; margin-top: 14px; margin-bottom: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35);">• 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Wednesday April 27, at the Sawmill Restaurant in Grand Rapids. RSVP at 218-326-6619 or <a href="mailto:bud@grandmn.org" style="color: rgb(29, 87, 130);">bud@grandmn.org</a></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; margin-top: 14px; margin-bottom: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35);">• 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tuesday, May 3, at Joy Global in Virginia. RSVP at 218-741-2717 or <a href="mailto:admin@laurentianchamber.org" style="color: rgb(29, 87, 130);">admin@laurentianchamber.org</a></p> <p class="gd_p" style="font-stretch: normal; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; font-family: arial, helvetica, sans-serif; margin-top: 14px; margin-bottom: 14px; color: rgb(35, 35, 35);">• 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tuesday, May 10, at Barr Engineering in Hibbing. RSVP at 218-262-3895 or <a href="mailto:hibbcofc@hibbing.org" style="color: rgb(29, 87, 130);">hibbcofc@hibbing.org</a></p> </div> </div> </div>2235762016-04-20T21:21:31ZNews640News347130Featuring IRRRB commissioner's upcoming testimony at steel hearing in Washington, D.C. and other regional news IRRRB The RangerIRRRB Commissioner Mark PhillipsApplied Learning Institute89th annual Society for Mining, Metallurgy & Exploration, Inc. (SME) conferenceHealth Care Fair at Hibbing Community CollegeListening session for Keewatin, Nashwauk areas Giants Ridgeeng2016-04-06T20:54:55ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-212536" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-04-06T20:54:48ZFeaturing IRRRB Commissioner Mark Phillips' upcoming testimony at steel hearing in Washington, D.C. and other regional news 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p style="font-size: 11px;">The April 6 edition of The Ranger is now available. In this issue:</p> <p><span style="font-size: 11px;">* IRRRB commissioner to testify at steel hearing in Washington, D.C.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11px;">* Applied Learning Institute schools and DNR partner to research bear population</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11px;">* Major mining conference examines global impacts</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11px;">* 2016 Health Care Fair offers career exploration opportunities</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11px;">* Listening session for Keewatin, Nashwauk areas set for April 15</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11px;">* Giants Ridge holds food shelf drive, offers "Giant Golf Deal"</span></p> <p style="font-size: 11px;">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address. </p> <p style="font-size: 11px;"><a href="https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/140a143" target="_blank">The Ranger - April 6, 2016</a></p> </div>2125362018-07-24T19:03:18ZNews640News347130Featuring articles on Hibbing Fabricators and Nashwauk-Keewatin High School's "Women in Shop" classIRRRB The RangerIRRRB Commissioner Mark PhillipsHibbing FabricatorsSandy Bryanteng2016-03-29T13:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-223628" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-03-29T13:00:00ZFeaturing articles on Hibbing Fabricators and Nashwauk-Keewatin High School's "Women in Shop" class1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">IRRRB publishes a print edition of The Ranger newsletter in the Mesabi Daily News, Hibbing Daily Tribune and Grand Rapids Herald-Review. Article topics in the latest issue include:</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Hibbing Fabricators marks 30 years of success </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Breaking barriers: "Women in Shop" class ignites new interests   </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Business, community leaders look to future of Iron Range</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="/irrrb/assets/The%20Ranger%20March%202016_tcm1047-223643.pdf" title="The Ranger March 2016" target="_blank" xlink:title="The Ranger March 2016" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink">Read the print edition of The Ranger</a>.</div>2236282018-07-24T19:04:02ZNews640NewsThis year's theme is honoring women who have shaped America's history and its future through their public service and government leadership.IRRRB Northeastern MinnesotaIron Range WomenNational Women's History Montheng2016-03-17T14:13:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-191757" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-03-17T14:13:00ZThis year's theme is honoring women who have shaped America's history and its future through their public service and government leadership.1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p style="margin: 0px; color: rgb(0, 0, 51); font-family: Verdana; font-size: 11px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: 1; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px;"><img class="photoRightWithBorder" style="float: right; width: 300px; height: 207px;" alt="Old Mining-7" title="Old Mining-7" src="/irrrb/assets/Old%20Mining-7_tcm1047-191759.jpg" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="Old Mining-7" /></p> <div>National Women’s History Month is a perfect time to celebrate the women who for decades played major roles in Minnesota’s mining history and communities.</div> <div> </div> <div>With many Iron Range men serving in World War II, women went to work in Iron Range mines.</div> <div> </div> <div>Some were welders. Others loaded cars with iron ore. And others labored in the mine pits and processing plants, performing a variety of jobs.</div> <div> </div> <div>In 1943 and 1944, with work from many women, Iron Range mines produced nearly 70 million tons of iron ore per year to help fuel the war effort.</div> <div> </div> <div>Today, women continue to help make Minnesota the largest iron ore producer in the United States.</div> <div> </div> <div>Some work in the mine pits. Some in operations and maintenance. Some in key environmental and engineering roles. And some in administration and iron mining organization representation.</div> <div> </div> <div>Women in northeastern Minnesota have historically also held prominent positions in the public sector, such as in state government, as mayors, city councilors, on local boards, and in leadership of local companies.   </div> <div> </div> <div>March is National Women’s History Month.</div> <div> </div> <div>This year’s theme is honoring women who have shaped America’s history and its future through their public service and government leadership.</div> <div> </div> <div>Thank you women of northeastern Minnesota for your work within our communities, companies and organizations. </div> </div>1917572016-03-30T10:27:53ZNews640News347130Highlighting the Cool & Creative Get Together, IRRRB listening session in Chisholm, and more! IRRRB The RangerCool & Creative Get TogetherIRRRB Commissioner Mark PhillipsIRRRB listening sessionIRRRB Deputy Commissioner Mary FinneganAfter the RealityDavid Anderson, director and producer of After the RealityGiants Ridge Spring Carnivaleng2016-03-16T21:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-278778" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-03-16T21:00:00ZHighlighting the Cool & Creative Get Together, IRRRB listening session in Chisholm, and more! 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p style="font-size: 11px;">The March 16 edition of The Ranger is now available. In this issue:</p> <p><span style="font-size: 11px;">* Cool &amp; Creative Get Together focuses on quality of life in region</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11px;">* IRRRB listening session scheduled for community leaders from Chisholm, Buhl, Kinney, Balkan Township, Great Scott Township</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11px;">* Film shot on Iron Range to make premiere in April</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11px;">* Giants Ridge Spring Carnival and passholder appreciation set for Saturday, March 19</span></p> <p style="font-size: 11px;">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address. </p> <p style="font-size: 11px;"><a href="hhttps://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/13d16ce" target="_blank">The Ranger - March 16, 2016</a></p> </div>2787782018-07-24T19:04:05ZNews640News347130Featuring the "Recharge the Range" forum, Olcott Park Greenhouse, and more!IRRRB The RangerRecharge the RangeBetsy OlivantiJared Sabin, media manager for ReGenOlcott Park GreenhouseCatherine Cody, Friends of the Greenhouse board member Heart of the Continent websiteEntrepreneur Fund Hibbing officeGiants Ridge Beach Theme Spring Carnivaleng2016-03-02T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-277776" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-03-02T22:00:00ZFeaturing the "Recharge the Range" forum, Olcott Park Greenhouse, and more!1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p style="font-size: 11px;">The March 2 edition of The Ranger is now available. In this issue:</p> <p><span style="font-size: 11px;">* "Recharge the Range" forum energizes community leaders</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11px;">* Olcott Park Greenhouse to be highlighted on WDSE </span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11px;">* Check out the Heart of the Continent website</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11px;">* Entrepreneur Fund opens new office in Hibbing</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11px;">* Giants Ridge to host popular spring carnival and slush cup</span></p> <p style="font-size: 11px;">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address. </p> <p style="font-size: 11px;"><a href="http://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1399ae5" target="_blank">The Ranger - March 2, 2016</a></p> </div>2777762018-07-24T19:04:08ZNews640NewsThis year's theme is honoring women who have shaped America's history and its future through their public service and government leadership.IRRRB Olcott Park GreenhouseCatherine CodyWDSE's Great Gardening Serieseng2016-03-01T16:19:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-198047" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-03-01T16:19:00ZEpisodes airing March 10 and 121047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p style="font-size: 11px;">Catherine Cody was watering plants at Olcott Park Greenhouse as she often does when something surprising suddenly grew out of it.</p> <p style="font-size: 11px;">Unexpectedly, a television production crew from WDSE-WRPT in Duluth, walked into the historic greenhouse. </p> <p style="font-size: 11px;">“The greenhouse was closed, but they happened to stop by,” said Cody, a board member of Friends of the Greenhouse, a non-profit that operates the greenhouse. “We spent about three hours walking around with them explaining the names of the plants and the history of the greenhouse.”</p> <p style="font-size: 11px;">The episode filmed at the greenhouse that day will be aired on WDSE in early March as part of the station’s “Great Gardening” series.</p> <p style="font-size: 11px;">The first airing is at 7 p.m., Thursday, March 10. It will be rebroadcast at 5:30 p.m., Saturday, March 12. </p> <p style="font-size: 11px;">Olcott Park Greenhouse, the nation’s northernmost conservatory, is an integral part of Iron Range history.</p> <p style="font-size: 11px;">Built in the 1920s and 1930s, the city of Virginia utilized the greenhouse for decades to grow bedding plants that were replanted throughout the city. </p> <p style="font-size: 11px;">The city still owns the greenhouse. But it’s operated by Friends of the Greenhouse, a group of about 60 community volunteers.</p> <p style="font-size: 11px;">The greenhouse is open to the public on Fridays and Saturdays from noon to 4 p.m. </p> <p style="font-size: 11px;">“A lot of people are delighted to find the greenhouse is still open, but they don’t know what’s in it, if it’s privately run, or if the city still has it,” said Cody. “This TV program will be real nice. We need the exposure.”</p> <p style="font-size: 11px;">In addition to nurturing and improving its botanical garden, Friends of the Greenhouse are seeking to expand public activities.</p> <p style="font-size: 11px;">Developing a bistro where community members can gather, is one of the goals, said Cody.  </p> <p style="font-size: 11px;">A “Green Envy Equinox Celebration,” fundraiser conducted by Friends of the Greenhouse is from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., Friday, March 19 at the greenhouse. </p> <p style="font-size: 11px;">“It’s basically to get the word out to people to people to come visit us,” said Cody.</p> <p style="font-size: 11px;">From 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., on the same day, the neighboring Historical Society Heritage Museum holds a free open house as part of the celebration.</p> <p style="font-size: 11px;">For additional information on the event visit: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/Friends-of-the-Greenhouse-Virginia-MN/154439367933556" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/pages/Friends-of-the-Greenhouse-Virginia-MN/154439367933556</a></p> </div>1980472016-03-30T10:27:54ZNews640NewsMonday, Feb. 22 meeting to be held in EvelethIRRRBCommissioner Mark PhillipsPublic Works stimulus projectsKMDA, Inc., Boveyeng2016-02-18T09:57:00ZNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-198090" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-02-18T09:57:00ZMonday, Feb. 22 meeting to be held in Eveleth1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> <div>EVELETH, Minn. – A $2.3 million investment in Public Works stimulus projects in 15 northeastern Minnesota communities that create 36 permanent jobs and 238 construction jobs will be considered by the Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) at an 11 a.m., Monday, February 22, meeting at IRRRB headquarters in Eveleth.</div> <div> </div> <div>“These projects generate a total public and private investment of more than $37 million in our communities,” said Mark Phillips, IRRRB commissioner. “The jobs these projects create and the needs that are addressed are currently important to each of these communities and the region.”      </div> <div> </div> <div>A proposal that would construct $500,000 in purpose-built mountain bike trails, multi-use nature trails, a climbing wall, and a children’s playground at Giants Ridge in Biwabik will also be presented to the board. An existing Giants Ridge Recreation Area lodging tax fund would pay for the projects.</div> <div> </div> <div>The board will also consider:</div> <div> </div> <div>• A $455,000 loan to KMDA, Inc. toward a $1.56 million project that will expand its hunting and fishing product manufacturing operation in Bovey. The project creates four new jobs.</div> <div> </div> <div>• A $300,000 grant to support a $600,000 University of Minnesota Duluth Natural Resources Research Institute pilot-scale demonstration of ilmenite processing technology. The university would provide a $300,000 match.</div> <div> </div> <div>• A $736,349 Mining Reinvestment Fund rebate to Magnetation LLC toward a $1.54 million flotation bank project at Magnetation’s Plant 4.</div> <div> </div> <div>Public Works stimulus projects to be considered are:</div> </div> <div> </div> <table class="MsoTableGrid" border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="left" style="font-size: 12px; border-collapse: collapse; border: none; margin-left: 6.75pt; margin-right: 6.75pt;"> <tbody> <tr> <td width="157" valign="top" style="width: 117.9pt; border: 1pt solid windowtext; padding: 0in 5.4pt; background: rgb(217, 217, 217);"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; font-family: Arial;"><strong><span style="color: black;">Organization</span></strong></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; font-family: Arial;"><strong><span style="color: black;"> </span></strong></p> </td> <td width="420" valign="top" style="font-family: Arial; width: 314.8pt; border-style: solid solid solid none; border-top-color: windowtext; border-right-color: windowtext; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-top-width: 1pt; border-right-width: 1pt; border-bottom-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt; background: rgb(217, 217, 217);"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><strong><span style="color: black;">Project Description</span></strong></p> </td> <td width="100" valign="top" style="font-family: Arial; width: 74.9pt; border-style: solid solid solid none; border-top-color: windowtext; border-right-color: windowtext; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-top-width: 1pt; border-right-width: 1pt; border-bottom-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt; background: rgb(217, 217, 217);"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><strong><span style="color: black;">Grant Award</span></strong></p> </td> </tr> <tr style="font-family: Arial;"> <td width="157" valign="bottom" style="width: 117.9pt; border-style: none solid solid; border-right-color: windowtext; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-left-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-left-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: black;">City of Aitkin</span></p> </td> <td width="420" valign="bottom" style="width: 314.8pt; border-style: none solid solid none; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-right-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: black;">Infrastructure for a new dental clinic</span></p> </td> <td width="100" valign="bottom" style="width: 74.9pt; border-style: none solid solid none; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-right-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" align="right" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: right;"><span style="color: black;">$99,000</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr style="font-family: Arial;"> <td width="157" valign="bottom" style="width: 117.9pt; border-style: none solid solid; border-right-color: windowtext; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-left-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-left-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">City of Aurora</p> </td> <td width="420" valign="bottom" style="width: 314.8pt; border-style: none solid solid none; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-right-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">Infrastructure for Maple Drive development</p> </td> <td width="100" valign="bottom" style="width: 74.9pt; border-style: none solid solid none; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-right-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" align="right" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: right;">250,000</p> </td> </tr> <tr style="font-family: Arial;"> <td width="157" valign="bottom" style="width: 117.9pt; border-style: none solid solid; border-right-color: windowtext; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-left-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-left-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: black;">City of Chisholm</span></p> </td> <td width="420" valign="bottom" style="width: 314.8pt; border-style: none solid solid none; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-right-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: black;">City hall upgrades and remodeling</span></p> </td> <td width="100" valign="bottom" style="width: 74.9pt; border-style: none solid solid none; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-right-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" align="right" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: right;"><span style="color: black;">250,000</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr style="font-family: Arial;"> <td width="157" valign="bottom" style="width: 117.9pt; border-style: none solid solid; border-right-color: windowtext; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-left-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-left-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: black;">City of Cook</span></p> </td> <td width="420" valign="bottom" style="width: 314.8pt; border-style: none solid solid none; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-right-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: black;">Vermilion Boulevard infrastructure</span></p> </td> <td width="100" valign="bottom" style="width: 74.9pt; border-style: none solid solid none; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-right-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" align="right" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: right;"><span style="color: black;">103,000</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr style="font-family: Arial;"> <td width="157" valign="bottom" style="width: 117.9pt; border-style: none solid solid; border-right-color: windowtext; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-left-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-left-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">City of Crosby</p> </td> <td width="420" valign="bottom" style="width: 314.8pt; border-style: none solid solid none; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-right-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">Infrastructure development</p> </td> <td width="100" valign="bottom" style="width: 74.9pt; border-style: none solid solid none; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-right-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" align="right" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: right;">250,000</p> </td> </tr> <tr style="font-family: Arial;"> <td width="157" valign="bottom" style="width: 117.9pt; border-style: none solid solid; border-right-color: windowtext; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-left-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-left-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: black;">City of Ely</span></p> </td> <td width="420" valign="bottom" style="width: 314.8pt; border-style: none solid solid none; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-right-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: black;">Infrastructure development</span></p> </td> <td width="100" valign="bottom" style="width: 74.9pt; border-style: none solid solid none; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-right-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" align="right" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: right;"><span style="color: black;">250,000</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr style="font-family: Arial;"> <td width="157" valign="bottom" style="width: 117.9pt; border-style: none solid solid; border-right-color: windowtext; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-left-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-left-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: black;">City of Gilbert</span></p> </td> <td width="420" valign="bottom" style="width: 314.8pt; border-style: none solid solid none; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-right-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: black;">Site development for new facility</span></p> </td> <td width="100" valign="bottom" style="width: 74.9pt; border-style: none solid solid none; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-right-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" align="right" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: right;"><span style="color: black;">40,000</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr style="font-family: Arial;"> <td width="157" valign="bottom" style="width: 117.9pt; border-style: none solid solid; border-right-color: windowtext; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-left-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-left-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: black;">City of Grand Marais</span></p> </td> <td width="420" valign="bottom" style="width: 314.8pt; border-style: none solid solid none; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-right-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: black;">New public works facility infrastructure</span></p> </td> <td width="100" valign="bottom" style="width: 74.9pt; border-style: none solid solid none; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-right-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" align="right" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: right;"><span style="color: black;">100,000</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr style="font-family: Arial;"> <td width="157" valign="bottom" style="width: 117.9pt; border-style: none solid solid; border-right-color: windowtext; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-left-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-left-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: black;">City of Grand Rapids</span></p> </td> <td width="420" valign="bottom" style="width: 314.8pt; border-style: none solid solid none; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-right-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: black;">Infrastructure development</span></p> </td> <td width="100" valign="bottom" style="width: 74.9pt; border-style: none solid solid none; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-right-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" align="right" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: right;"><span style="color: black;">100,000</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr style="font-family: Arial;"> <td width="157" valign="bottom" style="width: 117.9pt; border-style: none solid solid; border-right-color: windowtext; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-left-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-left-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: black;">City of Hoyt Lakes</span></p> </td> <td width="420" valign="bottom" style="width: 314.8pt; border-style: none solid solid none; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-right-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: black;">Wastewater facility improvements</span></p> </td> <td width="100" valign="bottom" style="width: 74.9pt; border-style: none solid solid none; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-right-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" align="right" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: right;"><span style="color: black;">250,000</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr style="font-family: Arial;"> <td width="157" valign="bottom" style="width: 117.9pt; border-style: none solid solid; border-right-color: windowtext; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-left-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-left-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: black;">City of Marble</span></p> </td> <td width="420" valign="bottom" style="width: 314.8pt; border-style: none solid solid none; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-right-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: black;">Water line replacement</span></p> </td> <td width="100" valign="bottom" style="width: 74.9pt; border-style: none solid solid none; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-right-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" align="right" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: right;"><span style="color: black;">163,000</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr style="font-family: Arial;"> <td width="157" valign="bottom" style="width: 117.9pt; border-style: none solid solid; border-right-color: windowtext; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-left-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-left-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: black;">City of Taconite</span></p> </td> <td width="420" valign="bottom" style="width: 314.8pt; border-style: none solid solid none; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-right-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: black;">Infrastructure improvements</span></p> </td> <td width="100" valign="bottom" style="width: 74.9pt; border-style: none solid solid none; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-right-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" align="right" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: right;"><span style="color: black;">120,000</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr style="font-family: Arial;"> <td width="157" valign="bottom" style="width: 117.9pt; border-style: none solid solid; border-right-color: windowtext; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-left-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-left-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: black;">City of Two Harbors</span></p> </td> <td width="420" valign="bottom" style="width: 314.8pt; border-style: none solid solid none; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-right-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: black;">City campground infrastructure</span></p> </td> <td width="100" valign="bottom" style="width: 74.9pt; border-style: none solid solid none; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-right-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" align="right" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: right;"><span style="color: black;">100,000</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr style="font-family: Arial;"> <td width="157" valign="bottom" style="width: 117.9pt; border-style: none solid solid; border-right-color: windowtext; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-left-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-left-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: black;">City of Virginia</span></p> </td> <td width="420" valign="bottom" style="width: 314.8pt; border-style: none solid solid none; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-right-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: black;">Infrastructure for new facility</span></p> </td> <td width="100" valign="bottom" style="width: 74.9pt; border-style: none solid solid none; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-right-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" align="right" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: right;"><span style="color: black;">213,188</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr style="font-family: Arial;"> <td width="157" valign="bottom" style="width: 117.9pt; border-style: none solid solid; border-right-color: windowtext; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-left-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-left-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: black;">City of Winton</span></p> </td> <td width="420" valign="bottom" style="width: 314.8pt; border-style: none solid solid none; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-right-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: black;">City hall/community center infrastructure</span></p> </td> <td width="100" valign="bottom" style="width: 74.9pt; border-style: none solid solid none; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-right-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" align="right" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: right;"><span style="color: black;">100,000</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td width="577" colspan="2" valign="bottom" style="font-family: Arial; width: 432.7pt; border-style: none solid solid; border-right-color: windowtext; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-left-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-left-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;"><span style="color: black;"> </span></p> </td> <td width="100" valign="bottom" style="width: 74.9pt; border-style: none solid solid none; border-bottom-color: windowtext; border-bottom-width: 1pt; border-right-color: windowtext; border-right-width: 1pt; padding: 0in 5.4pt;"> <p class="MsoNormal" align="right" style="margin-bottom: 0.0001pt; text-align: right; font-family: Arial;"><strong><span style="color: black;">$2,388,188</span></strong></p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p style="font-size: 12px;"> </p> <p style="font-size: 12px;">In other business, resolutions regarding the Iron Range School Collaboration Fund will be considered.</p> <p style="font-size: 12px;"><br /></p> <p style="font-size: 12px;"><br /></p> <p style="font-size: 12px;"><br /></p> <p style="font-size: 12px;"><br /></p> <p style="font-size: 12px;"><br /></p> <p style="font-size: 12px;"><br /></p> <p style="font-size: 12px;"><br /></p> <p style="font-size: 12px;"><br /></p> <p style="font-size: 12px;"><br /></p> <p style="font-size: 12px;"><br /></p> <p style="font-size: 12px;"><br /></p> <p style="font-size: 12px;"><br /></p> <p style="font-size: 12px;"><br /></p> <p style="font-size: 12px;"><br /></p> <p style="font-size: 12px;"><br /></p> <p style="font-size: 12px;"><br /></p> <p style="font-size: 12px;"><br /></p> <p style="font-size: 12px;"><br /></p> <p style="font-size: 12px;"><br /></p> <p style="font-size: 12px;"><br /></p> <p style="font-size: 12px;"><br /></p> <p style="font-size: 12px;"><br /></p> <p style="font-size: 12px;"><br /></p> <p style="font-size: 12px;"><br /></p> <p style="font-size: 12px;" /> </div> </div>1980902016-03-30T10:27:54ZNews640News347130Featuring the "I Am Not a Serial Killer" movie premiere, Joel Labovitz award nominations, the Giants Ridge Fat Bike Enduro and more! IRRRB The Ranger"I Am Not A Serial Killer" filmBilly O’Brien, directorSouth by Southwest (SXSW) Film FestivalJoel Labovitz Entrepreneurial Success AwardsElaine Hansen, UMD CED DirectorGiants Ridge Fat Bike Enduroeng2016-02-17T22:10:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-198084" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-02-17T22:10:00ZFeaturing the "I Am Not a Serial Killer" movie premiere, Joel Labovitz award nominations, the Giants Ridge Fat Bike Enduro and more!1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p style="font-size: 11px;">The Feb. 17 edition of The Ranger is now available. In this issue:</p> <p style="font-size: 11px;">* “I Am Not a Serial Killer” makes premiere in Texas</p> <p style="font-size: 11px;">* Nominate a business for the Joel Labovitz Awards</p> <p style="font-size: 11px;">* Giants Ridge Fat Bike Enduro set for March 19</p> <p style="font-size: 11px;">* Latest print edition of The Ranger now available </p> <p style="font-size: 11px;">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address. </p> <p style="font-size: 11px;"><a href="http://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/135d406" target="_blank">The Ranger - Feb. 17, 2016</a></p> </div>1980842018-07-24T19:03:35ZNews640News347130Featuring articles on the Fairview Range behavioral health expansion and Ely outdoor gear manufacturers IRRRB The RangerIRRRB Commissioner Mark PhillipsFairview Range behavioral healthConnie Harle, senior vice president nursing officer, Fairview RangePaula Pennington, director of Behavioral Health, Fairview RangeSteger Mukluks and MocassinsPatti StegerWintergreen Northern WearSusan SchurkeRecharge the Rangeeng2016-02-16T14:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-198087" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-02-16T14:00:00ZFeaturing articles on the Fairview Range behavioral health expansion and Ely outdoor gear manufacturers1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">IRRRB publishes a quarterly print edition of The Ranger newsletter in the Mesabi Daily News, Hibbing Daily Tribune and Grand Rapids Herald-Review. Article topics in the latest issue include:</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Fairview Range behavioral health expansion addresses growing need </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Ely outdoor gear manufacturers keeping customers warm, happy  </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">* Recharging the Range, a message from IRRRB Commissioner Mark Phillips</div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="/irrrb/assets/The%20Ranger%20February%202016_tcm1047-198089.pdf" title="The Ranger February 2016" target="_blank" xlink:title="The Ranger February 2016" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink">Read the print edition of The Ranger.</a></div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p style="font-size: 11px;"> </p> </div>1980872018-07-24T19:03:33ZNews640News347130Featuring the Recharge the Range business leaders forum, Olcott Park Fountain restoration project, NORTHFORCE award and more!IRRRB The RangerRecharge the Range forumOlcott Park FountainNORTHFORCEPublic Works Stimulus Grant ProgramSax-Zim Bog Winter Birding Festivaleng2016-02-03T22:30:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-198066" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-02-03T22:30:00ZFeaturing the Recharge the Range business leaders forum, Olcott Park Fountain restoration project, NORTHFORCE award and more!1047<div style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p>The Feb. 3 edition of The Ranger is now available. In this issue:</p> <p>* Regional business leaders participate in Recharge the Range forum</p> <p>* Restoring Virginia’s historic Olcott Park Fountain </p> <p>* NORTHFORCE awarded for matching job seekers with regional employers</p> <p>* IRRRB accepting applications for Public Works Stimulus Grant Program</p> <p>* The bird is the word (Sax-Zim Bog Winter Birding Festival)</p> <p>* Openings available for Giants Ridge Mountain Explorers Youth Camp </p> <p>If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address.  </p> <p><a href="http://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1342590" target="_blank">The Ranger - Feb. 3, 2016</a></p> </div> <p style="font-size: 11px;" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><a href="http://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1342590" target="_blank" /></p>1980662018-07-24T19:03:38ZNews640News347130Highlighting a virtual ride on the Mesabi Trail, Incredible Ely Small Business Conference, and more! IRRRB The RangerMesabi Trail Virtual TourArdy Nurmi-Wilberg, executive director of Club MesabiIncredible Ely Small Business ConferenceGiants Ridge Winter Trail DayGiants Ridge Nordic Ski Clinicseng2016-01-20T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-277770" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-01-20T22:00:00ZHighlighting a virtual ride on the Mesabi Trail, Incredible Ely Small Business Conference, and more! 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p style="font-size: 11px;">The Jan. 20 edition of The Ranger is now available. In this issue:</p> <p><span style="font-size: 11px;">* Take a virtual ride on the Mesabi Trail </span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11px;">* Registration opens soon for Incredible Ely Small Business Conference</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11px;">* Winter Trails Day, Nordic Ski Clinics planned at Giants Ridge</span></p> <p style="font-size: 11px;">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address. </p> <p style="font-size: 11px;"><a href="http://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1302c01" target="_blank">The Ranger - Jan. 20, 2016</a></p> </div>2777702018-07-24T19:03:43ZNews640NewsCommunity leaders and the public welcome IRRRB Listening SessionDeputy Commissioner Mary FinneganTowerengNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114874" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-01-11T10:14:43ZCommunity leaders and the public welcome 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div><img src="/irrrb/assets/Finnegan_tcm1047-100790.jpg" title="Finnegan" alt="Finnegan" style="float: right; width: 200px; height: 247px;" class="photoRightWithBorder" xmlns:xlink="http://www.w3.org/1999/xlink" xlink:title="Finnegan" />Community leaders from the Babbitt, Ely, Soudan, and Tower areas are invited to a Friday, Jan. 15, listening session with Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board Deputy Commissioner Mary Finnegan. The session will be held from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. at Fortune Bay Resort Casino.</div> <p>The session is the fifth in a series aimed at gathering input from community leaders on business, community, and workforce development needs.</p> <p>IRRRB is establishing a strategic plan designed to support business development, invest in vibrant communities, grow the workforce of tomorrow, and advance value-added mineral opportunities.</p> <p>Mayors, city councilors, economic and community development, education, chamber of commerce, community leaders, and public, are invited to attend.</p> <p>Previous listening sessions have been held in Crosby, the East Range, Hibbing, and Aitkin.</p> <p>Over coming weeks, additional sessions will be scheduled in communities across the IRRRB service area.</p> <div>RSVPs for the sessions are requested. RSVP to <a href="mailto:sara.ferkul@state.mn.us" target="_blank">sara.ferkul@state.mn.us</a> or 218-735-3043.</div> </div> </div>1148742016-03-30T10:27:53ZNews640News347130Featuring the Minnesota Diversified Industries expansion, Aitkin listening session, and more! IRRRB The RangerMinnesota Diversified Industries Peter McDermott, MDI president and chief executive officerAitkin listening sessionGiants Ridge website feed from Explore Minnesota Mountain Explorers Youth Campeng2016-01-06T22:00:00ZNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-277761" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2016-01-06T22:00:00ZFeaturing the Minnesota Diversified Industries expansion, Aitkin listening session, and more! 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p style="font-size: 11px;">The Jan. 6 edition of The Ranger is now available. In this issue:</p> <p><span style="font-size: 11px;">* Minnesota Diversified Industries expansion moves ahead in Cohasset </span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11px;">* Listening session set for Jan. 8 in Aitkin</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11px;">* Giants Ridge website feed from Explore Minnesota highlights area activities</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 11px;">* Mountain Explorers Youth Camp back by popular demand at Giants Ridge</span></p> <p style="font-size: 11px;">If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address. </p> <p style="font-size: 11px;"><a href="http://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/12eb731" target="_blank">The Ranger - Jan. 6, 2016</a></p> </div>2777612018-07-24T19:03:50ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114899" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-12-17T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> December 17, 2015 </div> <p class="Default" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> EVELETH - Eight development infrastructure projects and investment in two rural broadband projects will be considered by the Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) at an 11 a.m., Monday, Dec. 21, meeting at the agency's headquarters in Eveleth. </p> <p class="Default" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "These projects all contribute to improving the quality of life and attractiveness of communities within our service area," said IRRRB Commissioner Mark Phillips. "It's these types of investments that fit into one of the agency's strategies to help make communities vibrant places that are appealing to new businesses and residents." </p> <p class="Default" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Among the development infrastructure projects is an expansion of Minnesota Diversified Industries in Cohasset, creating 20 new jobs and a wellness center in Grand Rapids, creating 16 new jobs. </p> <p class="Default" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Development infrastructure projects to be considered are: </p> <table align="left" border="1" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="MsoTableGrid" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <tbody> <tr> <td valign="top" width="157"> <p class="MsoNormal"> <strong>Organization</strong> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"> <strong /> </p> </td> <td valign="top" width="420"> <p class="MsoNormal"> <strong>Project Description</strong> </p> </td> <td valign="top" width="100"> <p class="MsoNormal"> <strong>Grant Award</strong> </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="bottom" width="157"> <p class="MsoNormal"> City of Babbitt </p> </td> <td valign="bottom" width="420"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Improvements to Birch Lake Landing Area </p> </td> <td valign="bottom" width="100"> <p align="right" class="MsoNormal"> $200,000 </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="bottom" width="157"> <p class="MsoNormal"> City of Biwabik </p> </td> <td valign="bottom" width="420"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Additional funding for prior infrastructure improvement project </p> </td> <td valign="bottom" width="100"> <p align="right" class="MsoNormal"> 100,000 </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="bottom" width="157"> <p class="MsoNormal"> City of Cohasset </p> </td> <td valign="bottom" width="420"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Expansion of Minnesota Diversified Industries </p> </td> <td valign="bottom" width="100"> <p align="right" class="MsoNormal"> 300,000 </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="bottom" width="157"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Cook County </p> </td> <td valign="bottom" width="420"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Expansion of airport runaway </p> </td> <td valign="bottom" width="100"> <p align="right" class="MsoNormal"> 100,000 </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="bottom" width="157"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Fairview Range </p> </td> <td valign="bottom" width="420"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Construction and remodel of the Fairview Range Behavioral Health Unit </p> </td> <td valign="bottom" width="100"> <p align="right" class="MsoNormal"> 250,000 </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="bottom" width="157"> <p class="MsoNormal"> City of Grand Rapids </p> </td> <td valign="bottom" width="420"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Construction of Kiesler Health and Wellness Center </p> </td> <td valign="bottom" width="100"> <p align="right" class="MsoNormal"> 300,000 </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="bottom" width="157"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Lutsen Township </p> </td> <td valign="bottom" width="420"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Redevelopment at Superior National Golf Course </p> </td> <td valign="bottom" width="100"> <p align="right" class="MsoNormal"> 300,000 </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td valign="bottom" width="157"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Morse Township </p> </td> <td valign="bottom" width="420"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Road and site development for new collaborative emergency services facility for Towns of Fall Lake and Morse </p> </td> <td valign="bottom" width="100"> <p align="right" class="MsoNormal"> 100,000 </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td colspan="2" valign="bottom" width="577"> <p class="MsoNormal" /> </td> <td valign="bottom" width="100"> <p align="right" class="MsoNormal"> <strong>$1,650,000</strong> </p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <br /> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> Broadband projects in Itasca County and Pike Township will also be considered by the board. </div> <div> <br /> </div> <div> In addition, $5.8 million in Mining Reinvestment Fund rebates to ArcelorMittal Minorca, Hibbing Taconite Company, Northshore Mining Company, United Taconite LLC and Magnetation LLC are on the agenda. </div> <div> <br /> </div> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <br /> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <br /> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <br /> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <br /> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <br /> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <br /> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <br /> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <br /> </div> </div> </div> 1148992016-03-30T10:27:52ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-115011" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-12-16T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> December 16, 2015 </div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The Dec. 16 edition of The Ranger is now available. In this issue: </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * New ad campaign invites visitors to Head North to Grand Rapids </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * Range Regional Airport terminal opens to travelers </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * NORTHFORCE matches job seekers with employers </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * Women Power! Giants Ridge Ski Patrol featured in new edition of Girlfriends magazine </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <a href="http://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/12b16a2" target="_blank">The Ranger - Dec. 16, 2015</a> </p> </div> </div> 1150112016-03-30T10:27:52ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114946" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-12-15T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> December 15, 2015 </div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Looking for a job or talented employees? </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> NORTHFORCE can help. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> NORTHFORCE, an online, hands-on talent matching tool that connects job seekers and employers, is focused on attracting, managing, placing, and enriching talent across northeastern Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We're finding that high quality talent is one of the number one drivers of corporate expansion and relocation across the nation," said Ian Vincent, NORTHFORCE marketing coordinator. "What we're doing is bridging the gap between the employer and the candidate." </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> People seeking a job can go to www.northforce.org to register and create a confidential career profile. NORTHFORCE will then free of charge help match the job seeker with a potential employer. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> For employers, NORTHFORCE does the same, helping an employer find a prospective employee with the needed skills. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> More than 70 Iron Range employers, offering jobs of all types, have job openings listed on the NORTHFORCE web site career center. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Launched in February 2014, NORTHFORCE also performs specialized recruitment services for employers and conducts targeted marketing research on a contract basis. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> In October, NORTHFORCE kicked off a marketing campaign on northeastern Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin television stations. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> These video pieces featuring NORTHFORCE success stories and employer testimonials shot at successful businesses are also being distributed across the nation via social media. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> In 2016, APEX, a regional development partner, and IRRRB are planning to launch a talent analysis to be performed on the Iron Range, aimed at helping connect national and international businesses looking to expand or locate in northeast Minnesota. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> According to Vincent, NORTHFORCE has been focusing very keenly on the Iron Range and talking to employers who are operating successfully. He said, We also are building relationships with the ReGen group and the Hibbing Chamber of Commerce's Range Young Professionals group, so that our efforts of talent retention can be unified across the region." </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> IRRRB, APEX: the Area Partnership for Economic Expansion, the Northspan Group, City of Duluth and City of Superior are development partners in NORTHFORCE. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Pictured above: Desiree Yourczek, Social Media and Account Manager at Art Unlimited and ReGen board member, is interviewed by Ian Vincent of NORTHFORCE and APEX. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Photo Credit: <a href="https://www.artunlimitedusa.com/" target="_blank">Art Unlimited</a></p> </div> </div> 1149462016-03-30T10:27:51ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114887" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-12-04T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> December 04, 2015 </div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Hats off to northeastern Minnesota's miners! </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Sunday, Dec. 6 is National Miners Day. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> National Miners Day is a day designated in 2003 by Congress to honor the mine workers of today and yesterday whose contributions have helped make America strong. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Northeastern Minnesota's miners have for 131 years provided iron ore, the raw material needed to make the steel that's built America. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The first shipment of iron ore from northeastern Minnesota was July 31, 1884, from the Minnesota Mine in Soudan. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> According to the Mine Safety Health Administration, about 360,000 miners in all 50 states today extract nearly 100 different types of minerals from the earth, including taconite (which is turned into iron ore pellets), coal, gold, silver, granite, limestone, salt, gravel, and more. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> On National Miners Day, we salute the men and women of northeastern Minnesota's mining industry and all miners in the United States. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Thank you for your hard work! </p> </div> </div> 1148872016-03-30T10:27:51ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114864" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-12-02T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> December 02, 2015 </div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The Dec. 2 edition of The Ranger is now available. In this issue: </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * Iron Range Tourism Bureau rolls out Mesabi is Magic media campaign </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * Curling Night in America being filmed in Eveleth </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * Advanced Minnesota offering companies improvement training </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * Giants Ridge ski area to open for the season </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * Latest print edition of The Ranger now available </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <a href="http://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/12887cc" target="_blank">The Ranger - Dec. 2, 2015</a> </p> </div> </div> 1148642016-03-30T10:27:50ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114875" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-11-30T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> November 30, 2015 </div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Companies across northeastern Minnesota can learn how to minimize wasteful steps, increase value, and streamline operations under a new program offered by Advanced Minnesota. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Lean/Six Sigma training, aimed at helping companies improve everyday business activities and profitability, is now available to companies of all sizes. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "Any company that wants to save money and wants to look at improving their processes should take advantage of this training," said Trent Janezich, Advanced Minnesota executive director. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Advanced Minnesota is a regional leader in providing a variety of training opportunities to business and industry. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Under what's called the Advanced Minnesota "Go LEAN!" Initiative, companies can choose from a variety of cost-saving training opportunities including Lean/Six Sigma Green Belt Certification, Kaizen events, Value Stream mapping and 6S/Workplace Organization. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The training is designed to help companies improve processes, reduce waste, improve efficiency, analyze data, and optimize productivity. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "This training allows companies to look at eliminating waste and variation," said Gail Anderson, certified Black Belt instructor with Advanced Minnesota. "Combining both methodologies can really affect a company's bottom line." </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Companies that have already undertaken some Lean/Six Sigma training, or companies that have never utilized Lean/Six Sigma training, are eligible for the Advanced Minnesota "Go LEAN!" Initiative. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It's a nice opportunity for businesses to start the process and if they have already done some of it, it's an opportunity to do more," said Anderson. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> For addition information, contact Anderson at <a href="mailto:%20gail.anderson@advancedmn.org">gail.anderson@advancedmn.org</a> or 218-262-7253. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> IRRRB supported development of the Advanced Minnesota Lean/Six Sigma training program with a workforce development grant. </p> </div> </div> 1148752016-03-30T10:27:50ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114981" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-11-18T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> November 18, 2015 </div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The Nov. 18 edition of The Ranger is now available. In this issue: </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * Graphic Packaging International in Crosby wraps up worldwide beverage machine packaging </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * "Cold November" shooting film as producer's family shoots deer </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * True North Basecamp readies to open cabins to adventure sports enthusiasts </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * Birding park growing at Dorothy Molter Museum </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <a href="http://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/125b765" target="_blank">The Ranger - Nov. 18, 2015</a> </p> </div> </div> 1149812016-03-30T10:27:50ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114985" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-11-17T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> November 17, 2015 </div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> While Karl Jacob is busy shooting a film about deer hunting in northeastern Minnesota, his family is shooting deer. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Jacob's independent movie "Cold November" is currently being shot at locations near Hibbing and Goodland - in the same area where his family has coincidentally shot five deer. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We're shooting the film, but everyone else is shooting deer," joked Jacob, whose filmmaking company Cold November LLC is shooting the movie. "I guess this movie is a good luck charm." </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "Cold November" is the second independent movie that Jacob has filmed on the Iron Range. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> A few years ago, Jacob shot "Pollywog." In that film, he used family members as actors. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "Cold November" is the second part of a trilogy that Jacob plans to shoot. "Cold November" is the story of a 12-year-old girls' rite of passage in shooting a deer for the first time. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "The idea for the movie all started from the first time I killed a deer," said Jacob, who has produced or consulted on the production of a number of films across the country. "It's kind of a time capsule that preserves my memories about deer hunting and kind of scrapbooks what life is about in northern Minnesota before it changes." </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The film utilizes local actors. The film crew is 100 percent Minnesota-based with the exception of the director of photography. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> A portion of the film will be filmed at Hibbing High School, something that he's always wanted to do, said Jacob. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Filming began in late October and continues until Thanksgiving. Plans are to release the movie next year. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "Cold November" is one of a handful of films that have been shot on the Iron Range in recent years. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Jacob, a 1997 graduate of Hibbing High School, says he tells filmmakers across the world about movie making opportunities on the Iron Range. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "There's a unique culture here that really hasn't been shown in films," said Jacob. "Whenever I'm talking with other filmmakers, I make them aware of the Snowbate and IRRRB (film) incentives, which are amazing. With a small film like this, it really helps us stretch our dollar further. It makes it unreal how much easier it is." </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> To visit the film set and learn more, visit coldnovemberfilm.com </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board is supporting production of the movie with a Film Production Incentive grant. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Pictured above: Cold November, a film produced by Hibbing native Karl Jacob, is currently shooting on the Iron Range. </p> <p class="MsoPlainText" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> </div> </div> 1149852016-03-30T10:27:49ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114893" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-11-17T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> November 17, 2015 </div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> In 1978, a small automation company incorporated in Crosby with just three employees. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Today, the Graphic Packaging International facility is part of the world's number one manufacturer of beverage packaging machines. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The 114 employees at Graphic Packaging International manufacture a variety of bottle and can multi-pack beverage packaging machines which are sold throughout the world. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> From engineering design to welding, fabrication, computer (CNC), electronics, paint, and assembly, the massive packaging machines are built within a 170,000 square foot manufacturing facility that's the second largest employer in Crosby. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "I'm very proud to have the unique opportunity to be a part of this story and work with such a great group of dedicated people who are building the best possible packaging machines on the market," said Matt Sundquist, general manager of the Crosby facility. "We are very fortunate to have such a highly skilled group of people who are passionate about exceeding customer expectations." </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Beverage packaging machines manufactured in Crosby are sold through the United States and in France, United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, and other nations. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Customers include food and beverage companies, health and beauty, pharmaceutical, tobacco, household, printing, and plastics firms. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The complex machines can cost from $500,000 to $1.2 million and can take from 10 to 30 weeks to build. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> In 2015, the Crosby plant will manufacture 41 machines, up from 35 last year and 17 the prior year. Thirty-two of the machines built in Crosby this year will be shipped internationally. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "Our current backlog is strong and appears it will continue well into 2016," said Sundquist. "Since we operate in so many international markets, it is difficult to forecast market demands. We are cautiously growing our workforce and facility to meet our customers' needs." </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The Crosby facility is part of Graphic Packaging International (GPI). </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> With 70 plants and 13,000 employees, GPI is the largest folding carton manufacturer in the United States and second largest in Europe. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Along with Crosby, GPI also operates a Product Development Center for beverage packaging machinery in Atlanta, Georgia. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board assisted the city of Crosby with a grant to construct a retaining pond and overflow area to prevent storm water flooding at Graphic Packaging. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Pictured above: Lee Johnson, Graphic Packaging machine technician, tests a beverage packaging machine at the company's Crosby manufacturing facility. </p> <p class="MsoPlainText" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> </div> </div> 1148932016-03-30T10:27:49ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-115036" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-11-16T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> November 16, 2015 </div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> While Dan Jurek was riding the Cuyuna Mountain Bike Trail System in 2013 with a friend and sons, a powerful rainstorm and strong winds blew down their tent. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> That unpleasant event - and the outstanding world-class mountain bike trail system they rode on - has led to the opening of a new year-round camping facility for adventure sports enthusiasts. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> True North Basecamp, built along the shore of the former Armour Mine Lake 2 in Crosby, opens Nov. 27. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> True North Basecamp Lodge, located within the Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area, is opening six cabins and 33 campsites to outdoor enthusiasts. The basecamp will also have a community bathhouse with showers and bathrooms. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We want to be a destination for winter family events and a destination year-round," said Dan Jurek, of Minneapolis, True North Basecamp Lodge co-developer. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The exploding popularity of mountain biking, coupled with the Cuyuna Mountain Bike System's world class trails, are turning Crosby into a destination location for mountain bikers from across the world. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Ranked as one of the top mountain bike systems in the United States with nearly 30 miles of trails, the Cuyuna Mountain Bike Trail System in n 2015 attracted about 20,000 users. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Each of the industrial-looking 17-foot by 22-foot True North Basecamp Lodge cabins provides visitors with an extended-stay base from which they can mountain bike, road bike, paddle board, kayak, cross country ski, or snowshoe. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Each cabin includes three twin beds, one full-size bed, heat, and air conditioning. Campsites are located atop an abandoned mine stockpile overlooking recreational areas and the city of Crosby. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> In addition to family and small group stays, plans are to host camps for high school mountain bike teams, paddle boarders, and fitness groups. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We are completing phase one now," said Jurek. "Phase two will include more cabins equipped with kitchens and bathrooms on top of the hill and Phase 3 will be the addition of more cabins that have amenities." </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> For additional information visit <a href="http://www.truenorthbasecamp.com" target="_blank">www.truenorthbasecamp.com</a></p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board supported the project with a development infrastructure grant to the city of Crosby. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Pictured above: True North Basecamp, co-developed by Dan Jurek (pictured) and friend Jeff Bajak, opens Nov. 27 at Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area. </p> </div> </div> 1150362016-03-30T10:27:48ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-115021" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-11-13T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> November 13, 2015 </div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Dorothy Molter was more than just the "Root Beer Lady." </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> In addition to the famous homemade root beer that she sold to tourists, Molter, the last non-indigenous resident of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, was also a naturalist who loved birds. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> In keeping with Molter's affinity for birds, an outdoor portion of the Dorothy Molter Museum in Ely, is being developed into "Birds' Landing at Dorothy's," a year-round community bird watching area. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It ties in nicely with the Dorothy Molter story because she was a huge birder," said Sarah Guy-Levar, executive director of the Dorothy Molter Museum. "She really studied all of the animals that visited her island and wrote about them in depth." </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Birds' Landing at Dorothy's is designed to attract nesting birds during summer, migrating birds in the spring and fall, and large flocks of winter birds. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Development began two years ago with installation of a perimeter fence, a bird wheel, and a number of bird feeders. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Birds' Landing at Dorothy's has already become a popular site for local bird watchers and tourists. Ely Community Resource summer children programs and the Vermilion Community College Natural Resource degree program, have utilized the site for educational purposes. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> It's proven to be a popular site not only for bird watchers, but for a variety of wildlife. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "Last winter, right before a storm, we had hundreds of red polls come in," said Guy-Levar. "And what's really been fun is that we've had deer, wolf, black bears, fox, and even a Canadian lynx. A lot of our visitors are from areas where they don't get to see those types of animals, so it's really neat." </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> In addition to pathway access, visitors are able to drive past the site or park their vehicle to watch birds, said Guy-Levar. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> By mid-summer 2016, the site will be landscaped and seating will be installed. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "For the Ely community, it will be an additional pocket park to visit and enjoy," said Guy-Levar. "And for visitors, it will be an opportunity to enjoy the birds and animals of the region." </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board is supporting development of the site with a Culture and Tourism grant. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Pictured above: Visitors enjoy the community bird feeding area at Birds' Landing at Dorothy's. </p> </div> </div> 1150212016-03-30T10:27:48ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114989" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-11-12T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> November 12, 2015 </div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Veterans across northeastern Minnesota were honored yesterday for their sacrifice and service to the nation. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> But Veterans Day was shining a little brighter in Chisholm this year with the installation of new LED lighting at the Chisholm Veterans Memorial along Highway 169 at Minnesota Discovery Center. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "What we wanted to do was highlight all the different offerings at the memorial," said Glenn Jackola of Chisholm, a member of the Chisholm Veterans Memorial Association board. "The intent is to make each of the offerings more observable." </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The memorial, which opened in 2002, features a jet airplane, tank, helicopter, anchor, bunker, and visitor seating. All of the military items on display have been donated. Materials from local businesses and in-kind work from veterans and others have also been donated. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We have something from every branch of the military except for the Marine Corps," said Jackola, a Vietnam veteran. "We're still looking for something from the Marine Corps." </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> It's hoped that in the future, the Chisholm Veterans Memorial site can be used for special functions, said Jackola. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We'd like to do something more there like having it as a place where military ceremonies could be held or having city band concerts there," said Jackola. "We'd like it to become kind of a focal point." </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Members of the Chisholm American Legion hosted a Veterans Day program at Chisholm High School followed by a program at Heritage Manor Health Care Center in Chisholm. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Similar programs honoring veterans were held at schools across northeastern Minnesota. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board supported the lighting project at Chisholm Veterans Memorial with a Culture and Tourism grant. </p> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <br /> </div> </div> </div> 1149892016-03-30T10:27:47ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114926" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-11-12T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> November 12, 2015 </div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The second in a series of IRRRB listening sessions will be held from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 18, at Wacootah Grille at Giants Ridge Recreation Area in Biwabik. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Listening sessions will be held in various communities across the IRRRB service area over the new few months. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The sessions are aimed at gathering input on business, community, and workforce development needs from community leaders and the public. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> At each session, IRRRB Assistant Commissioner Joe Radinovich will discuss the agency's strategic focus and future investments and invite attendees to convey the top priorities for their community. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Sessions are open to mayors, city councilors, economic and community development, education, chamber of commerce, community leaders, and the public. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> RSVPs for the sessions are requested. RSVP to <a href="mailto:sara.ferkul@state.mn.us" target="_blank">sara.ferkul@state.mn.us</a> or 218-735-3043. </p> </div> </div> 1149262016-03-30T10:27:47ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-115020" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-11-04T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> November 04, 2015 </div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The Nov. 4 edition of The Ranger newsletter is now available. In this issue: </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * IRRR Board approves $18 million loan to Sweetwater Energy </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * Radinovich to kick off series of listening sessions </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * Gov. Dayton, Lt. Gov. Smith return to Iron Range for deer opener </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * Renovation of historic Lyric Building takes next step with storefront rebuild </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * Regional Trails Task Force forms for collaborative trail planning and development </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <a href="http://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/12315a3" target="_blank">The Ranger - Nov. 4, 2015</a> </p> </div> </div> 1150202016-03-30T10:27:46ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114915" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-11-04T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> November 04, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> A major facelift is underway on the storefront of the historic Lyric Building in downtown Virginia. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> By the end of 2016, members of the Laurentian Arts and Culture Alliance (LACA) plan to have completed a $200,000 renovation to the storefront of the former vaudeville theater on Chestnut Street. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The renovation is part of a plan to restore the building back to the era of the early 1900s when it was a bustling venue for arts and entertainment in the Queen City. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We hope to become a destination place in the future where we have the theater in the building up and running and be able to hold programs there," said Mary McReynolds, chair of the LACA renovation committee. "There's a wealth of musicians and artists in the region. Having a hub like this will do a lot to promote artistic and educational opportunities." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Since acquiring the 21,370 square-foot building in 1998, LACA has replaced the roof, built an art gallery in the structure, finished a reuse study, and completed interior and exterior renovation assessments and designs. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The art gallery opened in 2006. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The next step in the renovation is to restore the storefront, including the construction of seven accessible doorways. The doorways will be constructed to replicate the building's seven original doors. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It will get us to the point where we will have the egress needed to meet building codes and fire codes," said McReynolds. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Grants to assist in paying for storefront renovations are being sought. A local capital fundraising campaign, including crowdsourcing, begins in December. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Long-term renovations plans are to construct a 100-seat performing area for a children's theater group, an upstairs ballroom, and a 520-seat main theater. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> At one time, there were seven arts and entertainment venues in downtown Virginia, said McReynolds. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "This is one of the last remaining vaudeville houses in the state and significant piece of the history of the city," said McReynolds. "With our arts gallery, we've had a lot of artists requesting to exhibit here. I think we've established ourselves well in that sector." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board provided a Culture and Tourism grant to LACA to assist the storefront renovation. </p> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Pictured above: Mary McReynolds, Lyric Building Renovation Committee chair, is helping steer renovation of the historic arts and culture building in downtown Virginia. </div> </div> </div> 1149152016-03-30T10:27:47ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114969" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-11-03T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> November 03, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Recreational trails abound across the Iron Range. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> There's trails for all-terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, recreational bicycles, mountain bikes, off-highway motorcycles, and cross country skiing. There's even trails for horses. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> With the formation of a Regional Trails Task Force, the Iron Range Tourism Bureau is serving as a catalyst to promote, develop, and sustain all types of recreational trails across the Iron Range. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We have a great product here with all the trails we have," said Beth Pierce, Iron Range Tourism Bureau director. "We want to better promote our trails. We're looking at identifying the things we need to talk about and then work on whatever the group has the desire to work on." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The task force held its first meeting in October. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> About 25 representatives from various trails and recreational groups attended, including public and private organizations. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It went really well," Pierce said of the initial meeting. "They really want to work together." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The task force plans to examine a number of topics including legislation regarding permanent right-of-ways, GPS mapping, grant funding, purpose-built trails, advertising, engineering services, and the need for new trail volunteers. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Other topics to be addressed include developing a master list of trail contacts, exchanging maps and web site information, developing a master trails plan or comprehensive plan, and potential funding sources. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The Iron Range Tourism Bureau plans to host monthly meetings. The next meeting is Nov. 24 at Mesabi Station in Eveleth. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We're just getting started," said Pierce. "It's a great group of people. It will be interesting to see how it evolves and how it takes shape." </p> </div> </div> 1149692016-03-30T10:27:46ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114856" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-11-03T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> November 03, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Six months after opening the 2015 Minnesota fishing season on the Iron Range, Gov. Mark Dayton and Lt. Gov. Tina Smith return Thursday for the 13th Annual Minnesota Governor's Deer Hunting Opener. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> A record number of Governor's Deer Hunting Opener events that are open to the public begin Thursday at Mountain Iron Community Center. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "The Governor understands the outdoors and the habitat," said Mike Kurre, a Minnesota Department of Natural Resources liaison who's helped organize the event. "And we're lucky that we will have the Lt. Governor coming up as well." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Never in the history of the Governor's Deer Hunting Opener has there been as many activities for the public, said Kurre. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> An expo that begins at 4 p.m. Thursday at the community center includes a variety of outdoor and hunting related booths, a blaze orange group photo, air rifle shooting competition, an archery competition between student Mountain Iron archers and their teachers, scat, track, and hide identification competition, a butchering clinic, and sausage cooking performed by several prominent Iron Range meat businesses. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Expo events run from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Thursday. All are free and open to the public. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We've never had anything like this expo," said Kurre. "With all the hands-on activities there are, it's a really big deal for the public." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> For Mountain Iron, which turned 125 years old in August, it's a huge event, said Mayor Gary Skalko. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It's really an honor and a privilege to be hosting the event," said Skalko. "It's an asset for our community and for the entire Iron Range to be able to showcase the whole Range." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Other events include a community breakfast and dinner on Saturday. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Hunting hosts will take media deer hunting at sunrise Saturday. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Minnesota has nearly 500,000 deer hunters. Economic activity related to deer hunting supports nearly 5,300 jobs in Minnesota and generates an estimated $263 million in retail sales annually. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> For additional information on the event, visit <a href="http://www.mngovernorsdeeropener.com" target="_blank">www.mngovernorsdeeropener.com</a></p> </div> </div> 1148562016-03-30T10:27:46ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-115054" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-10-28T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> October 28, 2015 </div> <p class="Default" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> EVELETH, Minn. - An $18 million loan that would support development of a $52.8 million biotechnology manufacturing facility will be considered by the Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) at a 2:30 p.m., Friday, Oct. 30, meeting at IRRRB headquarters in Eveleth. </p> <p class="Default" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Sweetwater Energy, of Rochester, New York, would utilize the loan to help construct a commercial scale biotechnology facility in Mountain Iron that would be fed by northeastern Minnesota forestry resources. </p> <p class="Default" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "This project places northeastern Minnesota into the leading edge of the growing green biotechnology industry," said Mark Phillips, IRRRB Commissioner. "It's an innovative process that makes use of our region's natural resources, creates new well-paying jobs, and helps diversify the region's economy." </p> <p class="Default" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The facility will use Sweetwater's patented biomass processing technology, which splits Minnesota's local timber and waste wood into its constituent components quickly without producing harmful byproduct chemicals. Those components then become the building blocks of many types of biochemicals used throughout the world. </p> <p class="Default" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We can't say enough about how thrilled we are to work with the great people in Minnesota," said Arunas Chesonis, Sweetwater Energy chairman and chief executive officer. "Right from the start they've been welcoming and energetic, and we're looking forward to offering solid employment in the region and expanding there as we grow." </p> <p class="Default" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Combined with IRRRB support, loans from the 21st Century Minerals Fund ($6 million), Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development Minnesota Investment Fund ($1 million), and Minnesota Agricultural and Economic Development Board ($1 million), would provide total funding of $26 million for the project. The facility would become operational in 2017. </p> <p class="Default" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The IRRR Board will also consider the following two business loans. </p> <p class="Default" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Wilderness Products (WP) of Silver Bay is seeking a $468,150 loan to purchase the assets of Wilderness Family Naturals (WFN), a supplier of healthy, nutrient dense foods over the internet. The owners of WFN are selling the business and retiring. WP plans to add two new jobs and retain 36 jobs. The total project investment is $5.87 million. </p> <p class="Default" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> ProBlast of Keewatin is seeking an $898,000 bank participation loan for an equipment purchase and expansion that will enable the company to increase its services. The expansion is projected to add three new jobs, while retaining nine. The total project investment is $1.79 million. </p> <p class="Default" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> In other business, the IRRR Board will consider expenditures from the Iron Range Higher Education Account to support Iron Range Engineering, Iron Range Nursing, and a Systems Technology Program. </p> <p class="Default" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Also up for consideration will be $2.31 million in development infrastructure grant projects. Below is a list of the projects that will be reviewed: </p> <table align="left" border="1" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="TableGrid2" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <tbody> <tr> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="top" width="149"> <p class="MsoNormal"> <strong>Organization</strong> </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="top" width="451"> <p class="MsoNormal"> <strong>Project Description</strong> </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="top" width="89"> <p class="MsoNormal"> <strong>Grant Award</strong> </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="149"> <p class="MsoNormal"> City of Aitkin </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="451"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Lift station and sewer line infrastructure to a new housing development </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="89"> <p align="right" class="MsoNormal"> $250,000 </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="149"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Alborn Township </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="451"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Construction of a joint emergency services facility </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="89"> <p align="right" class="MsoNormal"> 200,000 </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="149"> <p class="MsoNormal"> City of Bovey </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="451"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Infrastructure and site development for a joint emergency services facility </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="89"> <p align="right" class="MsoNormal"> 230,000 </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="149"> <p class="MsoNormal"> City of Cook </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="451"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Addition and renovation to Cook Hospital nursing home </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="89"> <p align="right" class="MsoNormal"> 200,000 </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="149"> <p class="MsoNormal"> City of Eveleth </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="451"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Infrastructure and site development at Camp Chicagami day care facility </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="89"> <p align="right" class="MsoNormal"> 300,000 </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="149"> <p class="MsoNormal"> City of Gilbert </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="451"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Road construction and site development at the Gilbert Industrial Park </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="89"> <p align="right" class="MsoNormal"> 249,000 </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="149"> <p class="MsoNormal"> City of Keewatin </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="451"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Site development and road construction for ProBlast expansion </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="89"> <p align="right" class="MsoNormal"> 250,000 </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="149"> <p class="MsoNormal"> City of Marble </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="451"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Utility and infrastructure upgrades for an existing business </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="89"> <p align="right" class="MsoNormal"> 45,000 </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="149"> <p class="MsoNormal"> City of Mountain Iron </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="451"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Infrastructure for a new housing development </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="89"> <p align="right" class="MsoNormal"> 300,000 </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="149"> <p class="MsoNormal"> City of Nashwauk </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="451"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Infrastructure and site development to support a new single-family housing development </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="89"> <p align="right" class="MsoNormal"> 200,000 </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="149"> <p class="MsoNormal"> City of Orr </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="451"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Utility upgrades and boiler system at the former Orr School </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="89"> <p align="right" class="MsoNormal"> 90,000 </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="149"> <p align="right" class="MsoNormal" /> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="451"> <p align="right" class="MsoNormal" /> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="89"> <p align="right" class="Default"> <strong /> <strong>$2,314,000</strong> </p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p class="Default" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <br /> </p> <p class="Default" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <br /> </p> <p class="Default" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <br /> </p> <p class="Default" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <br /> </p> <p class="Default" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <br /> </p> <p class="Default" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <br /> </p> <p class="Default" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> IRRRB is a state economic development agency headquartered in northeastern Minnesota whose mission is to promote and invest in business, community and workforce development for the betterment of northeastern Minnesota. To learn more about the agency and its services, visit <a href="../../" target="_blank">www.irrrb.org</a>. Follow us on Twitter at <a href="https://twitter.com/IRRRB" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/IRRRB</a>. </p> </div> </div> 1150542016-03-30T10:27:45ZNews640NewsengNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114929" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-10-27T10:14:43ZAn IRRR Board Meeting has been scheduled for Friday, October 30, 2015 at 2:30 p.m. at the IRRRB Administration Building in Eveleth, Minnesota.1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div>October 27, 2015</div> <p class="MsoNormal">An IRRR Board Meeting has been scheduled for Friday, October 30, 2015 at 2:30 p.m. at the IRRRB Administration Building in Eveleth, Minnesota.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">The IRRR Board Meeting Packet will be available tomorrow morning on our website at http://mn.gov/irrrb/DataCenter/board-meetings.jsp</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Please see agenda below. Thanks! Sheryl</p> <p class="MsoNormal">AGENDA</p> <p class="MsoNormal">1) Roll Call</p> <p class="MsoNormal">2) Election of Chair</p> <p class="MsoNormal">3) Approval of May 19, 2015, Meeting Minutes</p> <p class="MsoNormal">4) Commissioner's Comments</p> <p class="MsoNormal">5) FY16 Development Infrastructure Grants</p> <p class="MsoNormal">6) Sweetwater Energy, Inc.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">7) Wilderness Products, LLC</p> <p class="MsoNormal">8) Pro Blast Technology, Inc.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">9) Mining Reinvestment Projects</p> <p class="MsoNormal">a. Mesabi Nugget Delaware, LLC</p> <p class="MsoNormal">b. Mining Resources, LLC</p> <p class="MsoNormal">c. USS - Keetac</p> <p class="MsoNormal">d. USS - Minntac</p> <p class="MsoNormal">10) Iron Range Higher Education Account</p> <p class="MsoNormal">11) Other</p> <p class="MsoNormal">12) Adjournment</p> </div> </div>1149292016-04-06T08:47:16ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114998" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-10-23T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> October 23, 2015 </div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> EVELETH - Community leaders from Crosby are invited to communicate priorities for the city at a Tuesday, Nov. 10, listening session with Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) Assistant Commissioner Joe Radinovich. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The listening session, from 7 a.m. to 8 a.m. at Heartwood Senior Living Community, 500 Heartwood Drive in Crosby, is aimed at gathering input from community leaders on business, community, and workforce development needs in the Crosby area. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> IRRRB is a state of Minnesota economic development agency headquartered in Eveleth. Its mission is to promote and invest in business, community and workforce development for the betterment of northeastern Minnesota. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The agency is establishing a strategic plan designed to support business development, invest in vibrant communities, grow the workforce of tomorrow, and advance value-added mineral opportunities. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "As the IRRRB moves ahead with strategic planning and funding decisions for coming years, it's very important that we hear from community leaders," said Radinovich. "We're looking forward to meeting with community leaders at a number of listening sessions across our service area to learn about their development priorities." </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Mayors, city councilors, economic and community development, education, chamber of commerce, and other community leaders, are invited to the sessions. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> At the sessions, Radinovich will outline the IRRRB's strategic focus, address future agency investments, and discuss project leverage. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Over the next few months, listening sessions will be scheduled in communities across the IRRRB service area. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> RSVPs for the listening sessions are requested. RSVP to <a href="mailto:sara.ferkul@state.mn.us" target="_blank">sara.ferkul@state.mn.us</a> or 218-735-3043. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> IRRRB is a state economic development agency headquartered in northeastern Minnesota whose mission is to promote and invest in business, community and workforce development for the betterment of northeastern Minnesota. To learn more about the agency and its services, visit <a href="../../" target="_blank">www.irrrb.org</a>. Follow us on Twitter at <a href="http://twitter.com/IRRRB" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/IRRRB</a>. </p> </div> </div> 1149982016-03-30T10:27:44ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114999" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-10-21T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> October 21, 2015 </div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The Oct. 21 edition of The Ranger newsletter is now available. In this issue: </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * Minnesota Governor's Deer Hunting Opener to feature local flair </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * Mind Trekkers returns to Iron Range </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * Newspaper publisher remembered for touching lives </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * Ski swap and food drive set for Oct. 30 and 31 at Giants Ridge </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <a href="http://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/12072fe" target="_blank">The Ranger - Oct. 21, 2015</a> </p> </div> </div> 1149992016-03-30T10:27:44ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-115000" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-10-07T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> October 07, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> EVELETH - Since opening in 1998, the eight-sheet Curl Mesabi venue at Range Recreation Civic Center has become known as one of the best curling facilities in America. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> In December, the 25,000 square-foot facility will gain an even larger profile. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Curling Night in America, a made-for-TV international curling event, will be filmed Dec. 3-5 at Curl Mesabi. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Nine two-hour television programs filmed at the competition will air on national television in January and February. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It's a huge deal for the area," said Phill Drobnick of Eveleth, USA Curling national coach. "With it being on national TV and with us being the host community, we will get a lot of national exposure. Beyond curling, viewers will be able to see what else we have to offer up here such as skiing, snowmobiling, fishing, and the United States Hockey Hall of Fame." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Curling Night in America, produced by World Curling TV, is in its second year. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Last year, six segments of Curling Night in America were filmed in Blaine, Minnesota. The program had about two million viewers. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It's a made-for-TV event produced in partnership with our organization and the World Curling Federation," said Rick Patzke, USA Curling chief executive officer. "The program does a great job in promoting the sport and featuring the area where it's filmed." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Men's and women's teams from four competing nations, totaling 40 athletes, will participate. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Included will be a mixed doubles competition that will be a new discipline in the 2018 Olympics in South Korea. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The U.S. will be represented on the men's side by John Shuster (Duluth, Minn.), Tyler George (Duluth, Minn.), Matt Hamilton (McFarland, Wis.), and John Landsteiner (Duluth, Minn.) The women's team will feature Jamie Sinclair (Blaine, Minn.), Becca Hamilton (McFarland, Wis.), Tabitha Peterson (Eagan, Minn.), and Jenna Haag (Milwaukee, Wis.). The mixed doubles team for the U.S. will be reigning national champions Sarah Anderson (Broomall, Pa.) and Korey Dropkin (Southborough, Mass.). </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Patzke says he expects good crowds will attend to watch some of the best curlers in the world. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "The desire for us is to showcase the sport," said Patzke. "We would love to have as many people come as can. But it's less about attendance than exposure. It's an asset for us as far as potential sponsors and for our athletes to play against the best in the world." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Drobnick says members of the Curl Mesabi met and then contacted USA Curling with hopes of landing the event. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Curl Mesabi is composed of 300 curlers from the former Eveleth, Gilbert and Virginia curling clubs. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> One of the most prestigious events ever held at the facility was the 2007 World Junior Curling Championships. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> However, television exposure gained from Curling Night in America is expected to boost the facility's reputation even more. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "I believe we have the best curling facility in the country and this is a great chance to show it off," said Drobnick. "It will be a big undertaking that will take a lot of volunteers to help with transportation, food setup and other needs, so we will be reaching out to local groups such as the Elks, Rotary and Lions clubs to help fill-in." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board is supporting the event through its Film Production Incentive Program. </p> <p class="MsoPlainText" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Pictured above: Phill Drobnick, USA Curling national coach, is looking forward to the Curl Mesabi curling club hosting Curling Night in America at Range Recreation Civic Center in Eveleth. </p> </div> </div> 1150002016-03-30T10:27:43ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114986" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-10-07T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> October 07, 2015 </div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The Oct. 7 edition of The Ranger newsletter is now available. In this issue: </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * Range Tool Company expanding in Gilbert </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * Curling Night in America to film at Curl Mesabi </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * Culture comes to Main Street </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * Minnesota Manufacturers Week underway </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * Thinking about skiing or boarding? Giants Ridge season pass sale </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <a href="http://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/11dd7cf" target="_blank">The Ranger - Oct. 7, 2015</a> </p> </div> </div> 1149862016-03-30T10:27:43ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114947" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-10-05T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> October 05, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> GILBERT - It's the best kept secret in town. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Range Tool Company, a little known manufacturer in the small Iron Range city of Gilbert, is growing. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The five-year-old manufacturer of firearms components is expanding from its former 930-square-foot facility in owner Michael Peterson's garage to the 14,000 square-foot former Gilbert Curling Club. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It's been kind of the perfect storm," said Peterson. "This building has sat empty for the last three years, and we have some other business opportunities, so here we go." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Peterson, who grew up in Gilbert, worked as a machinist in the Twin Cities before returning to Gilbert and starting the business in 2010. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Range Tool Company manufactures firearms components such as lower receivers for original equipment manufacturers. Last year, the company manufactured nearly 5,000 parts. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> A new CNC vertical machining center will be added to the company's array of high-tech equipment, allowing the company to expand its existing product line. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We've shipped to every state in the country, including Alaska," said Peterson. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> With the expansion, Range Tool Company will expand into the manufacture of suppressors and bring work into the Gilbert facility which previously had been contracted out to other manufacturers. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "This expansion will give us more capability and also the opportunity to diversify into some other product lines or other products," said Peterson. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Within the next few months the expansion will result in the hiring of two to four new employees, bringing the company's total workforce to four to six. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "With the expansion, it will be a lot easier for us to add a second or third shift," said Peterson. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation assisted the expansion with a loan. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Pictured above: Michael Peterson, Range Tool Company owner, is expanding the firearms component manufacturer in Gilbert. </p> <p class="MsoPlainText" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> </div> </div> 1149472016-03-30T10:27:43ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-115055" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-10-01T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> October 01, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> TOWER - A 127-year-old piece of Vermilion Range history soon will be rolling down Main Street to start a new life. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The former St. Mary's Episcopal Church, a Victorian era structure built in 1888, is being moved from its longtime location in Tower to a prime piece of downtown real estate. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The historic church will then be renovated into the Lake Vermilion Cultural Center (LVCC). </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> When complete, the cultural center will be a showcase for arts, music, history, and other quality of life activities. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It will be a cultural facility that will represent the heritage of northeastern Minnesota," said Tom Sersha, president of the LVCC board. "Not only will it enhance the quality of life for people here, but for tourists who come here seasonally." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> This month, house movers will lift the church off its rugged wooden beam foundation and transport the church down Main Street approximately six blocks to its new resting place. A new concrete foundation for the building is already in place across from the Tower Depot and the city's Train Museum. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Along with development of the Tower Harbor, the cultural center will become a culture and tourism asset to the city, surrounding area, and an attraction for hundreds of thousands of tourists who visit the Lake Vermilion area and drive through Tower each year, say LVCC members. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The building, gifted to LVCC by the Episcopal Church in Minnesota, is said to be the oldest structure in Tower and one of the oldest remaining buildings north of Duluth. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "The minute I saw the church, I thought 'we cannot not save this'," said Mary Batinich, chairman of the LVCC board. "It's too precious." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The project has received strong support from private and public contributors. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Since 2011, LVCC has held an annual Midsummer cultural celebration which has helped raise funds for the project. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> To date, the non-profit LVCC board has raised $300,000 for the move and renovation. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board has provided support for the project. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> It could cost about $1 million to fully complete the project, said Sersha. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "You can't save every building on the Iron Range," said Sersha. "But every community has a building worth saving, and this is one of the oldest buildings on the Vermilion Range. It's an old structure, but with its simplistic look, it has beauty." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The project includes restoration of the church's 17 stain glass windows, a new roof, new siding, elevator, and construction of an addition. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Inside, the cultural center will offer space to house programs in the arts, health care, senior citizen activities, crafts, and educational programs. It will also be able to host weddings, community gatherings, plays, and social events. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> With relocation of the building, LVCC will this fall construct a nearby carriage house which will serve as a storage facility. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Plans are to have the cultural center open to the public in late summer 2016. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "After all these years of planning, this is a big deal to get it moved," said Sersha. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> To learn more about LVCC, visit <a href="http://vermilionculturalcenter.org/" target="_blank">http://vermilionculturalcenter.org/</a></p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Pictured above: LVCC board members Tom Sersha, Louise Gately and Mary Batinich are anxious for the move of the former St. Mary's Church to a site in downtown Tower where the building will be renovated into the LVCC. </p> </div> </div> 1150552016-03-30T10:27:42ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-115022" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-09-25T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> September 25, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The end is near for Mineview in the Sky. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Or a new beginning, depending how you look at it. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> On Sunday, Oct. 4, Mineview in the Sky, one of the Iron Range's iconic tourist attractions, closes to make way for a rerouting of Highway 53. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The 36-year-old overlook, which attracts tens of thousands of visitors annually, needs to be moved due to an expansion of United Taconite. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "You wouldn't believe the number of people who are calling me every day about the closing and talking about it on our Facebook page, "said Lori Beth Maki, whose company "Mineview in the Sky The Shop at the Top," operates the facility. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The "end is here" celebration begins at 11 a.m., Oct. 4 and runs through the day. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Musical entertainment will be provided by the gospel group "Circle of Friends." A barbecue, games, and a possible appearance by an Iron Range book author/historian are planned. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Elected officials from the cities of Virginia and Mountain Iron, which provide support for the mineview, are invited to attend. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We're asking people to bring a lawn chair and come on up," said Maki. "The Vikings don't play until 3:30 that day, and this is the grand finale, so come on up." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> By the end of the year, the tourist center building atop the mineview will be razed said Maki. And the huge mining equipment which stands on top of the overlook will be demolished and scrapped. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "The equipment is just too big to move," said Maki. "You can't move that big truck." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Maki is forming a committee to help develop plans for a new Mineview in the Sky. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> A location about 1,600 feet above sea level along what's known as the county dump road is being eyed as a potential new site, said Maki. The current MineView in the Sky is 1,520 feet above sea level, she said. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "You'd be able to see United Taconite, ArcelorMittal, U.S. Steel (Minntac Mine) and the bridge from the new site," said Maki. "I would like to be able to run the business and have a little coffee shop there where people can have their coffee and look at the bridge." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Maki is reaching out to area mining companies to seek donations of retired mining equipment that would be displayed at the new mineview. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> So while friends and fans of the current mineview are sad to see it go, Maki is looking to the future. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It's melancholy, but it's progress," said Maki. "We're going to have a new and better site." </p> </div> </div> 1150222016-03-30T10:27:42ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-115019" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-09-09T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> September 09, 2015 </div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The September edition of The Ranger newsletter is now available. In this issue: </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * Blue Cross to hire significant number of new Iron Range employees </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * Iron Range students to participate in technical career exploration event </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * Heart of Wilderness film screening set in Ely </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * Sax-Zim Bog Welcome Center nears completion in "magic" bog </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * Fall into golf at Giants Ridge </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * Latest print edition of The Ranger now available </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <a href="http://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/116dc07" target="_blank">The Ranger - September 9, 2015</a> </p> </div> </div> 1150192016-03-30T10:27:41ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114913" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-09-09T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> September 09, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Paul Metsa rocked the Iron Range. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> And the Iron Range rocked him back. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We are the Range," a food shelf benefit concert organized by Metsa, a well-known singer, songwriter, and musician who grew up in Virginia, raised $2,000 and 975 pounds of food Saturday at Olcott Park in Virginia. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> For Metsa, musicians who participated in the benefit, and attendees, it was about giving back to communities and Iron Range people. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "The best part of Virginia hasn't changed," said Metsa. "It's a true community where one person helps another, and we all help each other." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The eight-hour benefit brought together a variety of talented musicians, some who decades ago performed on the Iron Range with Metsa, and others who had never met. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> People who attended the benefit donated non-perishable food items and cash to help stock area food shelves. Musicians donated their time and talent. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "I was really surprised by the incredible music still being played on the Range," said Metsa, who lives in Minneapolis and has won seven Minnesota Music Awards. "We reached out to the best musicians on the Range, and they were all immediately aboard." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Food shelves in the Quad Cities, Aurora and Chisholm, will benefit from the concert along with the Virginia Salvation Army, said Marilyn Ocepek, Arrowhead Economic Opportunity Agency director of Arrowhead Senior Nutrition Services. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It's summertime right now and not yet the holidays when needs go up," said Ocepek. "But for some of the food shelves which struggle, this is really good for them." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Metsa, who each year participates in a food shelf benefit in Minneapolis, says he would like the Iron Range benefit to become an annual event. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "My mother (Bess) and father (Elder) loved this city," said Metsa. "Being back here reminded me why Virginia is one of the greatest towns in America." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Pictured above: Paul Metsa (right), producer of We are the Range, an Arrowhead Food Shelf fundraiser, presents a $2,000 check along with performer Wee Willie Walker (left) to Marilyn Ocepek of the Arrowhead Economic Opportunity Agency. </p> <p class="MsoPlainText" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> </div> </div> 1149132016-03-30T10:27:41ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-115045" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-09-08T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> September 08, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> For more than 10 years, the Sax-Zim Bog has been welcoming thousands of bird watchers per year. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Now, birders will really feel welcome. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The Sax-Zim Bog Welcome Center, an educational facility and gathering place for birders, is near completion. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> By mid-December, the new $100,000 welcome center will be finished. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It's the gateway to the bog," said Sparky Stensaas, Friends of Sax-Zim Bog executive director and founder. "People can come to the welcome center to get oriented to the bog, talk with a naturalist and pick up a map. It's also a good place for people to come to talk about the birds they've seen." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Since 2004, the 300-square-mile Sax-Zim Bog near Meadowlands has become one of North America's most popular bird watching areas. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> During winters, Great Gray, Northern Hawk and Boreal owls can be seen. It's also prime territory for Red Polls, Pine Grosbeaks, Northern Shrikes, Rough legged Hawks, Crossbills, Bohemian Waxwings, Snow Bunting, and other species. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We call it the 'Arctic Riviera,' because this is where birds from the north spend their winters," said Stensaas, a 1985 University of Minnesota Duluth biology graduate. "It's a magic mix of bogs, open hay fields, abandoned farms, upland and a ton of voles, which are food. There's nothing like this east of Winnipeg in the north." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Construction on the welcome center, funded by private donations and grants from various foundations, began three years ago. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The center stands on one-acre of St. Louis County leased land. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Last year, 2,421 people from 27 states and several foreign countries, visited the off-the-grid center. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> However, it's likely that perhaps up to 1,500 additional birders visited Sax-Zim Bog, but not the center, said Stensaas. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> From its aspen siding to its tamarack interior, the center was built will local materials. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Completion of the center includes expanding a gift shop, lengthening an existing three-loop snowshoe trail, adding a year-round naturalist position, and installing additional bird feeders around the center. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Bird feeders are located throughout the huge bog. Owls and other species can also be spotted in locations not near feeders. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> A kiosk outside the center, along with maps, show birders where various species of birds can be seen within the bog. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> With winter a prime season to spot birds that fly south, the center is open daily from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. from mid-December through mid-March. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "Having this center has made a huge difference," said Stensaas. "I see it as kind of an outpost. I think eventually, we'd like to be open more." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> To get to the center from St. Louis County Highway 7, take Arkola Road (St. Louis County Road 52) 5.5 miles west to Owl Road (St. Louis County 203). Turn left on Owl Road and go 1.7 miles south. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> IRRRB provided a Culture and Tourism grant to support development of the Sax-Zim Bog Welcome Center. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Pictured above: Sparky Stensaas, Friends of Sax-Zim Bog executive director and founder, says the Sax-Zim Bog Welcome Center will be a valuable gathering place for birders. </p> <p class="MsoPlainText" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> </div> </div> 1150452016-03-30T10:27:40ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114912" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-09-08T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> September 08, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Due to recent growth, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota is seeking new employees at its Iron Range-based Operations Center. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The Eagan-based health plan will have a significant number of job openings for customer service and claims processing positions at its call center in Virginia in the coming months. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The Iron Range Operations Center handles calls from Medicare and Medicaid members, as well as members who purchase individual and family health plans, including through MNsure, the state health exchange. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> More than 100 positions were added in the last year, and several more will be opening. Positions in customer service and claims processing will need to be filled by early 2016. Applicants should possess customer service skills along with basic typing, computer navigation ability, critical thinking skills and a high school degree. Advancement opportunities to jobs such as technical specialist, supervisory, and learning and development instruction, are available. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We've seen a lot of new positions open up and are thrilled to see more opportunities in our northern offices," said Penny Erchul, director of service delivery at the Iron Range Operations Center. "I can say from my own experience that Blue Cross is a wonderful company and a great place to work." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Blue Cross employees receive comprehensive benefits, including health and dental insurance, paid time-off, a Pension Plan, a matching 401(k) retirement plan, numerous health and wellness programs and more. Depending on the position, some employees are able to telecommute, working out of their home or at another offsite location. All new customer service and claims employees will receive a minimum of eight weeks of training. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "You don't have to understand the ins and outs of the health care industry to apply," said Chrissy Carlson, regional office director of claims. "When you come to Blue Cross, you'll be fully trained to be able to do your job. From there, you can keep learning and growing into new positions. We encourage that." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The Operations Center, which opened in 2002, has seen strong growth since its opening. With more than 400 employees at its facilities in Virginia and Aurora, Blue Cross is proud to have become one of the largest employers on the Iron Range. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> To apply, go to <a href="http://www.bluecrossmn.com" target="_blank">www.bluecrossmn.com</a> and click on the Careers tab. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> IRRRB provided assistance to Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota for development of its Iron Range customer service centers. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Pictured above: Kristen Gauthier responds to a member call at the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota customer service center in Virginia. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <br /> </p> </div> </div> 1149122016-03-30T10:27:40ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114957" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-09-04T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> September 04, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> With nearly 1,000 miles of fiber optic cable laid over the past four years across eight northeastern Minnesota counties, the Northeast Service Cooperative (NESC) Northeast Middle Mile Fiber Project is the largest broadband network of its kind in the region. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Good reason to celebrate. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> A celebration to mark completion of the $43.5 million fiber optic network is at 1 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 30, at NESC headquarters in Mountain Iron. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> NESC is a non-profit that serves schools, cities, counties and other agencies throughout northeastern Minnesota. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It was a challenging project and it took us four years," said Paul Brinkman, NESC executive director. "But once service is connected, we get nothing but unanimous feedback about the quality of the network and the speed." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board Commissioner Mark Phillips, Danna MacKenzie, director of the Minnesota Office of Broadband Development, United States Department of Agriculture State Director Colleen Landkamer, Iron Range legislators, and other officials supporting broadband development in northeastern Minnesota, will attend the celebration. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The public is welcome to attend. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The fiber extends to Aitkin, Carlton, Cook, Itasca, Koochiching, Lake, Pine, and St. Louis counties </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Already connected by the project are about 320 public entities across the region, including libraries, 31 school districts, colleges, health care facilities, government offices, and tribal facilities. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> In addition, Northeast Service Cooperative is working with private providers which use the middle mile fiber to extend "last-mile" broadband service to homes and businesses. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Segments of the fiber are also leased to public-private broadband providers. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "The project was about getting high-speed capacity and redundant connectivity to public facilities in northeastern Minnesota and develop a fiber backbone," said Brinkman. "We now have a fiber optic backbone that the region never had on this scale." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The project was funded through the U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Utilities Service broadband loan program and the 2009 American Recovery and Reinvestment Act as 50 percent loan and 50 percent grant. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> NESC owns and maintains the network. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It's one of largest broadband projects nationwide supported by the USDA," said Brinkman. "Construction is done, the project is complete and we are now serving our members. We invite everybody to come celebrate with us." </p> </div> </div> 1149572016-03-30T10:27:40ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-115039" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-09-03T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> September 03, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Kevin Byrnes spent his college years guiding visitors through the beauty of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCAW). </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> So when it came time for the filmmaker to write and shoot a feature-length film about a couple retreating to sort their lives out, Byrnes knew where the film needed to be shot. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Heart of Wilderness, a movie filmed in May 2014, at Garden Lake on the edge of the BWCAW, receives a screening at 7 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 19, at Vermilion Community College Theater in Ely. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The screening is free and open to the public. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "Because we shot the film in the (Ely) area, this is an opportunity to show it to the people there, showcase it, and have them see what other people across the country are seeing," said Byrnes, of St. Paul. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The 84-minute independent film has so far been screened at film events in North Carolina, Minneapolis-St. Paul., and Duluth. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "When we shot it, there was a lot of interest by the locals asking when they could see it," said Towle Neu, of Minneapolis, who directed and co-wrote the film. "From a shooting standpoint, in our wildest dreams I don't think it could have gone any better. We had ice-out a week before we started shooting. Our cinematographer Andre Durand really captured the beauty of the Boundary Waters and the support we got from locals was great." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> In 2015, Heart of the Wilderness won the Duluth Superior Film Festival Maximus Lepus Award, presented to the best film of the festival as determined by a panel of jurors. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It's always great to win something like that because there were a lot of good films at the festival," said Neu. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Heart of the Wilderness is about a blue-collar couple in which the husband is facing a crossroads and trying not to fall further in life. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It starts with him doing something that he shouldn't have and forces the two main characters to be able to talk about secrets that couples don't always talk about," said Neu. "They retreat to the Boundary Waters because this is a place to hide and sort things out." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Production costs were assisted by the Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board's (IRRRB) Film Production Incentive Grant Program. Under the program, filmmakers which film within the IRRRB service area are reimbursed 20 percent of eligible expenses up to $500,000 per production. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The program has assisted in the filming of several feature-length movies in northeastern Minnesota. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "The rebate is certainly a motivator," said Byrnes. "Things always cost more than you think. But beyond that, there are people up there who are willing to help. You get the scenic beauty, but the other thing you have are the personnel who are willing to help filmmakers find locations. The more you support a filmmaker, the better." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Screenings of Heart of Wilderness could lead to the film being bought by a distributor, said Neu. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> To see a film trailer and learn more about the film visit: www.heartofwildnerness.com </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Pictured above: In May of 2014, cast and crew members of the independent movie Heart of Wilderness found themselves filming on a partially frozen Garden Lake that borders the BWCAW. </p> </div> </div> 1150392016-03-30T10:27:39ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114993" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-08-21T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> August 21, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Tourism is big business in northeastern Minnesota. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The economic impact of tourism in the five-county Arrowhead region was more than $676 million in gross sales during 2013, according to Explore Minnesota. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> In St. Louis County alone, the economic impact was $488.4 million in gross sales. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> However, a newly-formed group of 15 major Iron Range tourist attractions is collaborating to bring even more visitors and tourism dollars to the region. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The Iron Range Attractions Council, recently formed by the Iron Range Tourism Bureau, is a coalition of major tourist attractions from Hibbing to Embarrass, according to Beth Pierce, Iron Range Tourism Bureau director. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We thought we needed a council like this to be able to share best practices, to network and for promoting," said Pierce. "I also want to know how we can better promote all these attractions, where their visitors are coming from, and how we can better reach out to tourists." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Members of the Iron Range Attractions Council are: Hull Rust MineView, Hibbing High School, Hibbing Historical Society Museum, Greyhound Bus Museum, Minnesota Museum of Mining, Minnesota Discovery Center, Virginia Heritage Museum, B'nai Abraham Cultural Center, Olcott Park Botanical Garden, United States Hockey Hall of Fame Museum, Mesabi Trail, Soudan Underground Mine State Park, Embarrass Homestead Tours and Nelimark Museum, Mineview in the Sky, and Lyric Center for the Arts. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "The mission is to increase attendance and revenues for Iron Range attractions," said Pierce. "So far, we've collaborated on producing a Field Trip Guide for home-schooled students, public schools, religious groups and senior groups. We're also working developing an interactive attractions map." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The council is just beginning to form its strategies for increasing attendance and tourism revenue, she said. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Representatives from other area attractions interested in becoming members of the council are invited to attend the council's monthly meetings, said Pierce. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> A hospitality worker training event is also being planned, said Pierce. </p> </div> </div> 1149932016-03-30T10:27:39ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114930" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-08-21T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> August 21, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Mountain biking is exploding across the nation as one of the fastest-growing outdoor recreational activities. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> A group of about 35 Iron Range mountain biking enthusiasts is bringing some of the same energy to northeastern Minnesota. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Iron Range Off-Road Cyclists has developed a six-mile long intermediate mountain bike trail system at Lookout Mountain north of Virginia and a three-mile beginners' to intermediate trail system at Maple Hill south of Hibbing. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "Mountain biking has just blown-up in the last four or five years," said Erik Carlson of Virginia, an Iron Range Off-Road Cyclists board member. "It's a great way for people to be outdoors and be active." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The six-mile-long, single-track trail at Lookout Mountain winds through the Superior National Forest. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Over the past two years, club members have invested more than 600 hours of volunteer work into shaping and improving the trail. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Club members ride the trail each Monday evening at 5:30 p.m., starting at the Laurentian Divide wayside north of Virginia along Highway 53. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> At Maple Hill in Hibbing, there's not a regular riding time scheduled by the club. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> However, anyone interested in mountain biking is invited to ride either trail, said Carlson. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Since starting work on the trails several years ago, the club has expanded the number of miles, cleared rocks and marked the trails with small, circular "bike trail" signs. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It's the perfect terrain for mountain biking," said Carlson of the Lookout Mountain trails. "It's technical enough that it should bring in a lot of people to ride it </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Though the club has made huge strides in developing the sites, plans are to make the trails even better. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> With additional volunteer work, and by securing grants currently sought, a new switchback trail at Lookout Mountain would be developed that would provide easier access to the trail system. A trail map would also be created and better signage installed. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Single-track mountain bike trails in Duluth and on the Cuyuna Range have received widespread recognition and ridership. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Carlson said the Lookout Mountain Bike Trail and Maple Hill Bike Trail offer off-road bicyclists a new challenge. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "Mountain bikers like to ride new stuff to test their abilities," said Carlson. "What we're trying to do is improve and have quality trails rather than just a lot of trails." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Iron Range Off-Road Cyclists is also working toward developing world-class, single-track mountain bike trails on abandoned mine land the Iron Range, said Luther Kemp, of Hibbing, president of the club. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "I think the opportunities on the Iron Range are tremendous," said Kemp. "We have so much in this area in the way of former mining pits and scenery. The Iron Range has a lot going for it and people are willing to travel to bike." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> For additional information on Iron Range Off-Road Cyclists visit <a href="http://www.iroc-mtb.org/" target="_blank">www.iroc-mtb.org</a>. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Pictured above: Erik Carlson, a board member of Iron Range Off-Road Cyclists, rides a portion of a mountain bike trail system the club is developing north of Virginia at Lookout Mountain. </p> </div> </div> 1149302016-03-30T10:27:39ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-115041" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-08-19T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> August 19, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Gov. Mark Dayton's participation in the Nov. 5-7, 2015, Minnesota Governor's Deer Hunting Opener in Mountain Iron will for the second time this year focus media attention on northeastern Minnesota's outstanding outdoor opportunities and recreational lifestyle. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Like the May 2015 Minnesota Governor's Fishing Opener at Lake Vermilion, the 13th annual deer hunting opener is expected to generate extensive coverage from media outlets throughout the Midwest. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "Northeastern Minnesota is fortunate to host two high-profile evens that showcase our outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities," said Beth Pierce, Iron Range Tourism Bureau director. "Just as the Lake Vermilion area hosted a successful fishing opener, Iron Range volunteers are now planning fun family activities for the deer hunting opener." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> At the 2015 Minnesota Governor's Fishing Opener, more than 60 media outlets represented by 125 staff covered event, according to Explore Minnesota Tourism. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Coverage of the fishing opener created 1,865 media placements in print publications, online, television, radio and social media, resulting in more than 310 million media impressions and more than $1.3 million in publicity value, according to Explore Minnesota Tourism. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The 2015 Governor's Deer Hunting Opener in Mountain Iron will highlight Minnesota's deer hunting tradition, its economic impact, hunting education, the region's natural resources and travel opportunities in the host area. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It's a great chance to shine the spotlight on our Iron Range hospitality, as well as the many things to see and do in the region," said Pierce. "It's going to be a great event!" </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Minnesota has an estimated 500,000 deer hunters, generating roughly $263 million in retail sales each year. Deer hunting activity supports almost 5,300 jobs in Minnesota, according to a 2007 Association of Fish and Wildlife report. </p> </div> </div> 1150412016-03-30T10:27:38ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-115017" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-08-07T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> August 07, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Plenty of Iron Rangers know how iron ore pellets are made. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> But few have seen molten iron poured. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The Minnesota Museum of Mining in Chisholm is changing that. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The museum on August 21, 22, 23, is hosting an iron pour that will help educate the public about ironmaking and provide visitors and artists with the opportunity to create castings made of iron. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Iron on the Range, a group of artists largely from the Twin Cities, is conducting the pour. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We've never done this before," said Carol Borich, Minnesota Museum of Mining board of directors secretary. "It seems like a natural fit for us to be able to show people how iron is produced." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> On Friday, Aug. 21, the ironmaking equipment will be set up and molds will be sold to the public for $20 each. The molds can be used to form a wide variety or iron castings, from pet markers to name plates, said Borich. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Iron on the Range will start heating its equipment at 10 a .m. Saturday, August 22. The pour, in which old cast iron radiators from homes will be melted, is from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The molds will be cooled and then opened on Sunday, August 23. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It's a first-time experience for us," said Tim Sullivan, a mining engineer and member of the Minnesota Museum of Mining board of directors. "It's going to be a nice demonstration of the end-use of iron." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> For decades, the 15-acre museum has educated visitors about the history of mining in Minnesota, centering on the production of iron ore pellets. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Its mission is to preserve the history of the iron mining industry and tell the story of the men and women who carved out a life on the Iron Range. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Visitors to the museum's outdoor exhibits can see an outdoor mining "truck park," large mining shovels, a 1907 steam locomotive, iron ore cars, cabooses, drills, pumps, and additional mining equipment. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Inside the museum is a mining town replica, a simulated underground mine, immigrant memorabilia, the first Greyhound bus, a vintage fire truck, rock and mineral displays, and a Finnish sauna. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Museum officials hope the iron pour attracts families from throughout the area along with artists from Minnesota and Canada. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We like to do things that appeal to families," said Borich. "This is something that everyone can do." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> A $6 museum admission for adults and $4 for children covers all three days of the iron pour. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> While the public will be able to cast smaller items, the artists will make large castings, said Borich. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It's really a showcase to tell the rest of the story about iron," said Borich. "The museum focuses on mining, but this is a way to expand our focus." </p> </div> </div> 1150172016-03-30T10:27:38ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114980" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-08-05T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> August 05, 2015 </div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The August edition of The Ranger newsletter is now available. In this issue: </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * SpokeNGear bike bag manufacturer, retail shop coming to Two Harbors </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * A last look at Mineview in the Sky </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * IRRRB grant applications available online </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * Janezich named Advanced Minnesota executive director </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * United States Hockey Hall of Fame hosts hockey greats in Golf Classic </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> * Rampage at the Ridge returns to Giants Ridge </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <a href="http://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/113141b" target="_blank">The Ranger - August 5, 2015</a> </p> </div> </div> 1149802016-03-30T10:27:37ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114920" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-08-04T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> August 04, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Excuse the pun, but attendance at a popular Iron Range tourist attraction is sky-high. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> In its final season of operation, Mineview in the Sky in Virginia has so far this summer attracted more than 10,700 visitors, said Lori Beth Maki, whose company "Mineview in the Sky The Shop at the Top" operates the facility. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The 36-year-old scenic overlook, high atop a waste stockpile along Highway 53, closes for good in September to make way for a mine expansion at United Taconite. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Highway 53, a primary main north south corridor connecting the eastern end of the Iron Range to the south and to Canada, is being rerouted to make way for the mine expansion. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We're seeing a lot more local people coming by to see it for the last time," said Maki. "A lot of old miners and people that worked at LTV (Mining Co.) are stopping by and talking about mining. And we've had a lot of people stop here who are surprised that it's closing." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Over its life, Mineview in the Sky has attracted tens of thousands of visitors from within the United States and across the world. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The simple guest book in which visitors write their names and hometowns, reveals visitors from throughout America, Europe, Australia, Russia, Brazil, New Zealand and beyond. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "Working there is like being on vacation and meeting people from all over the world," said Maki. "It always amazes me how many people come to northeastern Minnesota in the summer." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Overlooking the water-filled former Rouchleau mine, United Taconite's active mine pit, and the city of Virginia, the mine view offers visitors a snapshot of former and current mining operations and a glimpse of "the Queen City." On the horizon are Minntac, North America's largest taconite plant, and thousands of acres of thick northeastern Minnesota forests. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "I started coming up here with my dad when I was a kid in the 1960s and I remember coming to the mine view," said Scott Jensen, 53, of Pickwick, Minnesota, as he visited the mine view with his family. "We'd come up here to go blueberry picking and fishing. I still love coming up here because I am fascinated with mining and logging." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Along with the panoramic view, Mineview in the Sky offers a wide range of handmade items for sale within its tourist center atop the mine view. Among the locally-made items are taconite jewelry, hand-painted rocks, towels, quilts, children's toys, tee-shirts and "Iron Range" stickers. Proceeds help fund mine view operations </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Last year's total attendance was 18,928, said Maki. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> With 10,000 already in the books, Maki says last year's total attendance could be shattered. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We saw an increase of 400 in May compared to last May and in June and July it's been just crazy," said Maki </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> All of the mining equipment on display, along with playground equipment, picnic tables and the visitor center, need to be removed this fall, said Maki. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Maki is planning to have a big "shutdown" party atop the Mineview after the center closes for good in September. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Until then, Mineview remains open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. seven days a week. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Meanwhile, Maki is working hard to find another mine view location. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "The new bridge will be a boon for us," said Maki of a new 1,100-foot-long bridge that will span the Rouchleau Pit as part of the Highway 53 reroute. "But my quest is to start planning Mineview II. It's such a jewel that we have. We have six people who work there who just love what they do. It's sad for all of our staff. We've created this fun thing and I'd love to start a committee and start planning a new Mineview II as a business. There just has to be a Mineview II." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Pictured above: Rich Johnson of Cotton points out where a new Highway 53 bridge will be located while visiting Mineview in the Sky. </p> </div> </div> 1149202016-03-30T10:27:37ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-115035" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-08-03T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> August 03, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Dan Cruikshank grew up riding his bicycle around the Twin Cities and pedaled his way to college. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> After founding an outdoors business in Two Harbors with his friend Jeff Knight, Cruikshank is readying to open another Two-Harbors-based business. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> SpokeNGear, a 3,200 square-foot retail bicycle shop, manufacturer of bicycle bags, bicycle repair facility, and coffee shop, is expected to be open by Christmas in Two Harbors. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "Everybody is really looking forward to it opening," said Cruikshank, a former owner of Granite Gear, an outdoor gear manufacturer in Two Harbors. "I can't go to the grocery store without having people ask me about it." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> One of Minnesota's top tourist destinations, the North Shore offers a variety of paved and mountain bike trails. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The need for a high quality bicycle shop to serve local residents and visitors became obvious to Cruikshank, an avid bicyclist. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> 'We don't have a bike shop in Two Harbors," said Cruikshank. "The local people have to go to Duluth to get their bike worked on. When we moved Granite Gear here, you could stand in town and count the number of canoes go by on cars. Now, it's the same with bicycles." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The facility will manufacture custom fit, lightweight, aerodynamic bicycle bags under Cruikshank's own brand name, Cedaero. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Cedaero was chosen as the bag name because of the facility's proximity to a cedar forest and the aerodynamic nature of the bicycle bags to be manufactured. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We're looking at next year having one or two people dedicated to sewing the bags and within three years having six to eight people sewing the bags," said Cruikshank. "We're going to start off slow and focus on the retail business first." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> SpokeNGear will sell several different brands of bicycles, accessories, and offer repair services. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "Bicycling is a great activity for people who want to get outside and be active and it's not too hard on joints" said Cruikshank. "We are going to carry a full line of bikes to cater to people who are casual riders and to people who are experienced riders. There's whole new categories of bicycles emerging such as gravel bikes made for riding on gravel roads. I live on a gravel road and it's really fun to go for a ride on these new gravel bikes." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The coffee shop is also expected to be an attraction and social gathering place. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "A lot of people want a bike shop in town, but when I tell them we're going to have the real good coffee, the espresso, they say 'I'll be there every morning'." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> With success of the bicycle bag manufacturing, Cruikshank said he hopes in the future to be able to construct a separate manufacturing facility. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) provided a grant to the City of Two Harbors for site development and infrastructure for the project. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Pictured above are: Bob Palmquist, ARDC and the Northspan Group; Joe Radinovich, IRRRB; John Elden, Northland Foundation; Randy Bolen, Mayor; Dan Cruikshank, Developer; Terry Stein, MN Business Finance Corporation; Brad Roden, National Bank of Commerce; and Miranda Pietila, City of Two Harbors. </p> </div> </div> 1150352016-03-30T10:27:36ZNews640NewsengNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-115001" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-07-22T15:14:43ZSharrow Lifting Products expands in Hibbing1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div>July 22, 2015</div> <p class="MsoNormal">It hasn't been a heavy lift for a Twin Cities-based rigging company to expand on Minnesota's Iron Range.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Sharrow Lifting Products recently moved into a 15,000 square-foot manufacturing and distribution facility in Hibbing.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Founded in 1952 and located in New Brighton since 2008, Sharrow Lifting Products manufactures and sells a full-line of slings, rigging and tie-down equipment, and other specialty lifting devices.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">The company's expansion in Hibbing helps Sharrow Lifting Products serve northeastern Minnesota's mining industry along with loggers, roofers, manufacturers, and any company that moves heavy items.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Sharrow Lifting Products also provides a range of additional services including on-site OSHA required inspections, rigging gear inspections, lifting awareness training, proof testing, failure analysis, destructive testing and general rigging consulting.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Company officials say the expansion to Hibbing has been a success.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">"There was a need to be fulfilled on the Iron Range," said Bob Downs, Sharrow Lifting Products president. "We believe we're the best at what we do. We're a rigging company and we're very knowledgeable and very good at what we do. To have a company on the Iron Range that is strictly focused on that is important."</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Nearly all of the lifting products that Sharrow Lifting Products sells in the region are manufactured at its Hibbing facility, including crane cables and lifting slings. Five full-time workers are employed in Hibbing.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Sharrow Lifting Products plans to use its Hibbing manufacturing facility as a base to expand sales into North Dakota and Michigan's Upper Peninsula.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">"We just felt there was a good opportunity there in Hibbing," said Downs. "We just felt that with the right people there, we could use mining as a basis and also help all the companies who serve the mining companies. The building we bought was set up to do what we needed to do. It all went pretty smooth. But we wouldn't have been able to do it without the help of the IRRRB and Security State Bank in Hibbing."</p> <p class="MsoNormal">IRRRB supported the project with a bank participation loan.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Pictured above: Tyler Kintner manufactures a wire rope sling at Sharrow Lifting Products in Hibbing.</p> <p class="MsoPlainText"> </p> </div> </div>1150012017-12-04T17:13:30ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114937" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-07-22T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> July 22, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Residents of Cook County North Shore Hospital and Care Center are anxious to watch the facility where they live be transformed over the next two years. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "Some of our care center's residents have decided they're going to put hard hats on and watch the construction," said Kimber Wraalstad, Cook County North Shore Hospital and Care Center administrator. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Groundbreaking on a $24.5 million expansion and renovation of the facility in Grand Marais is at 2 p.m. Thursday. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> When complete in the summer of 2017, the project will add 26,150 square-feet of new construction and renovate 42,680 square-feet - which amounts to the entire existing facility. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "This is a very big deal," Wraalstad said of the project. "It's pretty much going to touch every square foot of our building." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The project includes the creation of private rooms, bathrooms and showers in the 16-bed hospital unit; conversion to 37 private care center rooms; development of individual patient space exam space in the emergency room; an outpatient clinic area for subspecialty and telemedicine visits; relocation of the pharmacy; addition of a chemotherapy hood; and development of an operating room/procedure area allowing for expanded services. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Within the care center, a neighborhood model will allow residents to have the appropriate amounts of common, personal and support space. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> A shared main entrance will be constructed so that wandering patients cannot exit the care center undetected. A lobby/town center will welcome visitors to the hospital and care center. Wireless access will be expanded into the new additions. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Cook County North Shore Hospital and Care Center is a critical access hospital and skilled nursing facility. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The hospital opened in 1958 and the care center in 1965. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The closest critical access hospital is in Two Harbors, 80 miles away. The closest tertiary hospitals are in Duluth, 110 miles away. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Cook County North Shore Hospital and Care Center employs about 100 full-time equivalent workers. The project will create three new permanent jobs. About 146 construction jobs will be required to complete the project. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Wraalstad says the project allows the hospital and care center to enhance the care already provided by the facility to area residents and visitors to the region. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "What we want to do is to be able to meet as much as we can the needs of our population," said Wraalstad. "What we're trying to do is to position the facility for the next 50 years." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board provided a grant to support infrastructure and site development for the Cook County North Shore Hospital and Care Center expansion and renovation. </p> </div> </div> 1149372016-03-30T10:27:35ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114885" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-07-21T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> July 21, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> A bicycle rider from Woodbury summed his participation in the Great River Energy-Mesabi Trail Tour simply: </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We've ridden most of the trails in Minnesota and in Europe as well, and the Mesabi Trail outshines them all with its scenery and variety." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Nearly 800 bicyclists from throughout the Midwest and Canada on Saturday, August 1 will ride what's arguably one of the most beautifully designed recreational trails in the 11th annual Great River Energy-Mesabi Trail Tour. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The family-friendly tour along the Mesabi Trail offers riders the option of riding 11 miles, 25 miles, 53 miles, or 72 miles. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Segments start in Coleraine, Nashwauk, Buhl, and Virginia. Rest stops along the route offer food, refreshments and entertainment. All of the segments finish at the Mesabi Station trailhead in Eveleth where a picnic and outdoor concert is held. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It's all about promoting the trail, our region, and bringing people back here who normally wouldn't visit the region," said Ardy Nurmi-Wilberg, director of the Great River Energy-Mesabi Trail Tour and executive director of Club Mesabi, an Iron Range bicycling organization. "It's about showing off the area and all the great little towns that we have." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The Mesabi Trail is a 120 mile-long paved recreational area that traverses the Iron Range. When complete, the trail will be 132 miles long from Grand Rapids to Ely. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The trail winds its way through thick, green forests, past water-filled abandoned mine pits and along former railroad grades. This year, the ride passes through 11 communities. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Each year, about 40-45 percent of riders are new to the tour, said Nurmi-Wilberg. More than half of the participants reside outside a 60-mile radius of the Mesabi Trail. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> According to studies, the tour has an economic impact of about $160,000, said Nurmi-Wilberg. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "The tour gives people a real good take on who we are and what we have here," said Nurmi-Wilberg. "It's about having them come back and leave their tourism dollars here." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Early registration closes Wednesday, July 22. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> For additional information, see the Trail Activities and Services tab at <a href="http://www.mesabitrail.com/" target="_self">www.mesabitrail.com</a></p> </div> </div> 1148852016-03-30T10:27:35ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114938" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-07-08T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> July 08, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Since learning how to make mukluks from native women in the Northwest Territories, Patti Steger has taken design, production and sales of the warm boots to international levels. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> With the growing success of Steger Mukluks and Moccasins, the Ely-based company is readying to open a new 9,800 square-foot manufacturing facility and warehouse. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Expanded manufacturing capabilities will allow the thriving company to increase its production of mukluks. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The boots, advertised as twice as warm and less than half the weight of traditional winter boots, have been worn by North and South Pole expeditions and used in several major movies. The boots have also been featured on television, magazines and in major newspapers. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We've been selling out of the main sizes so fast in the winter that if you don't call and order your boots before the end of November, you had to be put on a waiting list," said Steger. "We've been literally selling out of all the main sizes." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The expansion, along with increased efficiencies, will eventually allow the company to produce about 30,000 pair of boots per year. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Three new employees will be added to the company's 25-member workforce. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We have a really great crew and a really positive work environment," said Steger. "The workers have a lot of loyalty to the company and we believe in rewarding people for their loyalty and hard work." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> It was as a 29-year-old on an Arctic dogsled expedition in the Northwest Territories that Steger learned how to make mukluks from native women in the Northwest Territories. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It was all about the ability to be comfortable and warm in some of the harshest environments where it got down to 50 below," said Steger. "Making that kind of footwear in the Northwest Territories is now kind of a dying art." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Steger Mukluks are cut and machine sewn similar in a fashion to native footwear. The boots are designed to perform the same way as hand sewn native footwear. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Steger designs the products and owns the company. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Steger Mukluks can be ordered online or purchased at the Steger Mukluks retail store in Ely. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We sell all over the world," said Steger. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> For more information on Steger Mukluks and Moccasins visit: <a href="http://www.mukluks.com" target="_blank">www.mukluks.com</a></p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board assisted the Steger Mukluks and Moccasins expansion with a loan. </p> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <br /> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <br /> </div> </div> </div> 1149382016-03-30T10:27:35ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114857" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-07-08T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> July 08, 2015 </div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The July edition of The Ranger newsletter features the Steger Mukluks expansion, the optimistic future for Minnesota business, upcoming Iron Range productions of The Merry Widow and Footloose, and Giants Ridge's Bike the Ridge and Junior Golf programs. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <a href="http://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/10e0de3" target="_blank">The Ranger - July 8, 2015</a> </p> </div> </div> 1148572016-03-30T10:27:34ZNews640NewsNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-115049" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-06-30T15:14:43ZOn June 22, 2015, the Edge Center for the Arts was awarded the Sally Award. The award is presented by the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts in St. Paul. The award is given to individuals and institutions that have enriched the lives of people in Minnesota through dedication to the arts and arts education.1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div>June 30, 2015</div> <p class="MsoNormal">On June 22, 2015, the Edge Center for the Arts was awarded the Sally Award. The award is presented by the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts in St. Paul. The award is given to individuals and institutions that have enriched the lives of people in Minnesota through dedication to the arts and arts education.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">The Sally Award acknowledges contribution in five areas: Vision, Initiative, Commitment, Education, and Arts Access. The Edge Center for the Arts was honored with the Arts Access Award for its efforts to broaden and diversity audiences in the arts and inspire Minnesota residents to become more involved in the arts.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Located in the rural city of Bigfork, the Edge Center for the Arts has been providing diverse entertainment to the community for 10 years. The Sally Award is an encouragement to the Edge Center for the Arts, because it means the centers' hard work and enthusiasm for the arts is being appreciated, according to Karen Ferlaak, a member of the Edge Center board of directors.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Ferlaak says the award means that "the Edge Center for the Arts is receiving recognition for all the work that it has been able to accomplish in such a remote area of Minnesota."</p> <p class="MsoNormal">The Edge Center for the Arts is maintained by volunteers, and to them, the Sally Award is gratification for their diligence to the arts, said Ferlaak.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">The Edge Center in 2015 is celebrating its 10th Anniversary.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Upcoming events include:</p> <p class="MsoNormal">"Tim Kliphuis with Sam Miltich and the Clearwater Hot Club" - July 2</p> <p class="MsoNormal">"Art on the Edge" 11th annual juried art exhibition - July 2-July 25</p> <p class="MsoNormal">"Disney's The Little Mermaid Jr." - July 17-19</p> <p class="MsoNormal" /> </div> </div>1150492018-07-30T12:45:22ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114971" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-06-30T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> June 30, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Happy Fourth of July! </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> It's that special time of the summer when families, friends and former residents flock to their hometowns to celebrate Independence Day with parades, cookouts, fireworks, and backyard parties. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> With the 2015 Fourth of July falling on a Saturday, it's sure to be a memorable weekend. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Few communities commemorate the Fourth of July with more spirit than the small towns of northeastern Minnesota, in which thousands of immigrants settled in the late 1800s and early 1900s to seek a better way of life. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Beyond parades and fireworks, there will be car shows, street dances, helicopter, pony and fire truck rides, obstacle courses, ice cream socials, costume judging, water balloon tossing, and good old-fashioned sack races. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Here's a list of Fourth of July celebrations in the area. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Check your community's website for more details. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Be safe. And enjoy! </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <strong>Friday, July 3</strong> </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> 6 p.m. - Aurora parade </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> 7:30 p.m. - Gilbert parade </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Dusk - Fireworks in Eveleth, Gilbert, Nashwauk </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <strong>Saturday, July 4</strong> </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> 8:30 a.m. - Buhl parade, games in the park after parade </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> 9 a.m. - Virginia parade in Olcott Park </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> 9:30 a.m. - Eveleth parade, kids games at Monroe Park after parade </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> 9:30 a.m. - Mountain Iron parade, events at football field after parade </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> 10:30 a.m. - Gilbert Kiddie parade </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> 10 a.m. - Lake Leander/Lake 14 parade </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> 11 a.m. - Side Lake parade </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> 11 a.m. - Crosby-Ironton parade </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> 11 a.m. - Tower parade, children's races on school field after parade </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Noon - Nashwauk parade, races for all ages on Central Avenue at 2 p.m. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Noon - Aurora Children's parade </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> 1 p.m. - Kinney parade, games following in park </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> 1 p.m. - Ely parade </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> 1 p.m. - Biwabik "patriotic" parade </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> 1 p.m. - Keewatin Kiddie parade </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> 1:30 p.m. - "Superheroes of Lake Vermilion" flotilla at BayView Lodge </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> 2:00 p.m. - Keewatin Grand parade </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> 7 p.m. - 118th anniversary Biwabik "Calathumpian" parade </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> 8 p.m. - Grand Marais parade </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Dusk - Fireworks in Aitkin, Crosby, Ely, Grand Marais, Grand Portage, Grand Rapids, Keewatin, Silver Bay, Tofte, Tower, Virginia </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Pictured above: City of Gilbert employee Bruce Halik places an American flag on a street post in downtown Gilbert in preparation for the city Fourth of July celebration. </p> <p class="MsoPlainText" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> </div> </div> 1149712016-03-30T10:27:33ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114954" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-06-25T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> June 25, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Back in the day, the Bally Blacksmith Shop in Grand Marais, hummed with activity. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Sam Bally, who in 1911 founded the shop, used his forging and blacksmithing skills to shoe horses, provide repair services to the fishing and forest industries, and to serve the everyday repair needs of local residents. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Today, a community effort is underway to preserve the small wooden shop as a history site that offers interpretative programming. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It's pretty cool on a number of levels," Carrie McHugh, Cook County Historical Society museum director said of the preservation. "It's one of very few blacksmith shops left in the state that came full of tools and artifacts, the fact that the state supported its purchase with legacy funds, and that we have the opportunity with other grant funding to bring it back to life." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Over nearly 100 years, three generations of the Bally family operated the blacksmith shop on Broadway, in the heart of Grand Marais. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The modest shop, built with rough pine boards, was in 1986 placed on the National Register of Historic Places. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> In 2010, Bill Bally, the shop's most recent owner, passed away. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "With the passing of Bill Bally and his wife a year later, it was like 'what's going to happen'?" said McHugh. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> However, the shop's heritage and its significance in providing services to local residents and the natural resources economy, led to a grass roots campaign to preserve the building. Within a week of deciding to seek preservation funding, 500 letters of support were received. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It was the place to go when people wanted something fixed," said McHugh. "The shop was so busy at times that they had to do their work out on the gravel street in front of the shop. A lot of people who are around today have memories of watching the blacksmithing, hearing the noises, the fire, and the smells." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> For years, the shop has been a point of interest for tourists, said resident Duane Ege, who is leading the preservation effort. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "You can't go there to mow the grass without people stopping and asking about it," said Ege. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> An outdoor space between the shop and a newer metal shop will be used for demonstrations and interpretative activities. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> When complete, projections are that 10,000 or more visitors could visit the shop annually. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Preserving the old wooden shop is important to the history and people of Grand Marais, Cook County and the historical society said Ege. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "You can tell it's an old blacksmith shop," said Ege. "The floors are worn from where the horses were standing and you can smell it. It was filled with all kinds of tools, hundreds of horseshoes, blacksmith equipment, nuts and bolts, and we even found a Stanley Steemer engine. Sam Bally was also a Winchester dealer and we have the original boxes that the shotguns came in." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> With preservation work underway, it's been discovered that additional structural work will be required on the 94-year-old shop, said Ege. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> However, plans are to have the shop cleaned up, made safe, and open to visitors on August 1, said Ege. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We'll have the forge area ready and have it cleaned up so people can go in there and make it look like you can go to work." said Ege. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board supported preservation of the Bally Blacksmith Shop with a Culture and Tourism grant. </p> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <br /> </div> </div> </div> 1149542016-03-30T10:27:32ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114895" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-06-25T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> June 25, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Minnesota Wild Defenseman Jordan Leopold couldn't be with his 11-year-old daughter Jordyn in Las Vegas Wednesday night when she was awarded the 2015 National Hockey League Social Media Moment of the Year award. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Instead, he was signing autographs across northern Minnesota as part of the 2015 Minnesota Wild Road Tour. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We really didn't find out about it until she was invited to the banquet," said Leopold before signing autographs for hundreds of fans Thursday morning at the United States Hockey Hall of Fame in Eveleth. "It's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for her. It's humbling and it's a story that hit a lot of hearts." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Earlier this year, Jordyn handwrote a letter to Minnesota Wild coaches asking that the Wild obtain her father from the Columbus Blue Jackets. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Her father was raised in Golden Valley, Minnesota and was a University of Minnesota standout </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> While Leopold played in Columbus, his family still lived in Minnesota. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "My dad is very lonly without his family," she wrote. "We are living in Minnesota right now and I am lost without my dad, and so is my mom, my 2 sisters, and my brotherhellip; Well, to get to the point the Wild have not been winning games and you lovly coaches are most likely mad about that but your teams needs more D men so can you please, please, please ask the Jackets if you guys can get him?" </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> A trade for Leopold between the Blue Jackets and Wild had already been completed when Jordyn's letter went viral. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Her letter became an international feel-good story. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Leopold's wife Jamie and Jordyn's maternal grandparents accompanied Jordyn to the MGM Grand Resort Las Vegas, where the NHL handed out its most prestigious individual awards. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> In addition to receiving her social media award, Jordyn assisted NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman in handing out the General Manager of the Year award to Tampa Bay General Manager Steve Yzerman. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Jordan Leopold, along with defenseman Matt Dumba and former player turned commentator Wes Walz, signed autographs and posed for photographs Thursday at stops in Grand Rapids, Eveleth, and Duluth. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> During the northern Minnesota tour, they also made stops at Roseau, Crookston, and Bemidji. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Leopold said he remembers playing in youth hockey games on the Iron Range. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We used to get our butts kicked up her all the time," said Leopold. "Especially by Virginia." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The strong tradition of hockey on the Iron Range is something he remembers well, said Leopold. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "There's a lot of history here," said Leopold. "I remember watching Doug Palazzari when I was a kid and here he is, the (executive) director of the hall of fame." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> For Dumba, it was his first visit to the Iron Range. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "I know they have the big stick and the Hockey Hall of Fame here," said Dumba, a native of Calgary. "As we're going on, I'm learning more about hockey up here. It's been awesome to see the smiles on the kids' faces in these small towns." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Leopold, a free agent this year, said he hopes to continue playing with the Wild. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "In my heart, I hope to stay at home," said Leopold. "Last year, it went well and I was able to play on a regular basis. Going forward, I will do whatever I am asked to do." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Though the autograph session at the U.S. Hockey Hall of Fame started at 11:30 a.m. Jared Haugen of Eveleth and his children Landon and Kiyrah, were in line at exactly 9:38 a.m., according to eight-year-old Landon. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "I like Leopold," said Landon, wearing a Minnesota Wild cap. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Why? </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "Just because he's good." </p> </div> </div> 1148952016-03-30T10:27:33ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114964" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-06-19T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> June 19, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> If there's a couple of characteristics that stand out about the Iron Range, it's the pride of the people and their willingness to adapt, says Mike Liepold, Minnesota Agriculture and Rural Leadership program director. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Liepold on June 25 brings a group of 30 leaders from rural Minnesota to the Iron Range to learn about the region, build leadership skills and become more effective in facilitating discussions about all portions of the state. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "The people we have in this leadership training represent different parts of Minnesota and they need to know about northeastern Minnesota," said Liepold. "You can't know Minnesota without going to the Iron Range," </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The Minnesota Agriculture and Rural Leadership (MARL) program is a two-year educational initiative in which rural leaders participate in nine three-day in-state seminars, a five-to-six day national seminar and a 10-to-14 day international seminar. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The goal is to develop skills of Minnesota's rural leaders so they can maximize their impact and effectiveness in local, state, national, and international discussions. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Among the group that will participate in the visit are officials that represent, corn growers, farmers, farming magazines, business owners, bankers, media, the University of Minnesota Extension, and the Minnesota Department of Agriculture. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "This is the sixth time we have visited the Iron Range," said Liepold. "What our leaders have talked about in past visits is the pride that people have in the area, which is something that is very evident. They've also talked about how people on the Iron Range will make the sacrifice to help keep the mines going such as moving a highway." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> This year's MARL trip to northeastern Minnesota includes a tour of a taconite mine, a visit to a logging operation and spending time on a farm near Duluth. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> A total of about 100 people will take part in the three-day visit, including MARL family members. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The taconite mine tour is always a highlight of the visit, said Liepold. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "These people are agriculture leaders, so they are familiar with big equipment," said Liepold. "But just the size of the mining equipment is something that no one has a clue about until they see it." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board staff will help host the group's taconite plant visit. </p> </div> </div> 1149642016-03-30T10:27:31ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114940" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-06-19T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> June 19, 2015 </div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The Ranger is IRRRB's monthly newsletter. Sign up today to keep up with the latest IRRRB business, community and workforce development news. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <a href="https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/subscribers/new" target="_blank">SUBSCRIBE</a> </p> </div> </div> 1149402016-03-30T10:27:32ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114961" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-06-17T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <h2> Renewed Itasca County Family YMCA serving residents of all ages </h2> <div> June 17, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> GRAND RAPIDS - Bernie Winger loves Itasca County Family YMCA activities so much that she visits four days a week. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "I come to exercise in the swimming pool, go to a Bible study and just spend time socializing," said Winger, of Grand Rapids. "It's a nice place to go. It's not like I have to go there, but I want to go. I enjoy it and have lots of fun." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> A $6 million renovation, including 14,250 square-feet in new construction, has transformed the 33-year-old YMCA into a modern, bright, bustling hub of physical and social wellness activities for all ages. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The renovation is a collaboration of the Itasca County Family YMCA, ElderCircle, City of Grand Rapids, and 573 other public, private and individual supporters. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The collaboration was enriched when Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital opted to build a four-room clinic on site. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> New construction includes a Kids Zone, where children are cared for while parents participate in "Y" activities, new cycle and mind-body studios, and a coffee bar. An after-school Youth Center and several activity spaces are renovated. The building's heating, ventilation and lighting systems are upgraded and UPM Blandin's waste stream water is used to heat domestic hot water. LED lighting improves energy efficiencies. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> At the hub of the year-long renovation is construction of a 5,726 square-foot Active Living Center. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The Active Living Center, open at no cost to everyone, offers community members an array of wellness activities, technological learning, and continuing education. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> One visit to the Active Living Center reveals that programming for the elderly isn't just about shuffleboard or Cribbage. It's about helping all community members maintain a stream of wellness activities and continuing education. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We really want to be able to serve the generation that is retiring,' said Betsy McBride, Itasca Family YMCA executive director. "It's a place where people can check out an iPad and Skype their grandchildren, learn to do their banking online, and take classes that teach them new technology. "We're working to serve this new generation that wants continuing education and technology". </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> ElderCircle, a non-profit that helps maintain the independence of those 55 and over by linking them and their families to programs, services and volunteer opportunities, operates an adult day service at the Active Living Center. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The service offers care for up to six hours per day to persons who need a level of care which prohibits them from being left home alone. The service allows caregivers an opportunity to enjoy a respite from caregiving, continue work, and take care of their own medical appointments or other commitments. ElderCircle, which served 32,000 people in 2014, also moved its offices into the "Y" with the hopes of educating people earlier in their lives about aging services. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "There was a need to expand services to the growing aging population and what better place to do it than a place like this that is focused on wellness, and has 1,400 people walking through the door each day," said Kristi Kane, ElderCircle executive director. "Since moving here, we've had more inquiries, about programs and services, more drop-ins, and the number of individuals utilizing our Adult Day has grown". </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The four-room clinic, operated by Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospital, is located just inside the "Y's" east entrance and is a full-service primary care clinic staffed by three physicians. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The Active Living Center is a collaboration governed by a seven-person advisory council composed of YMCA, ElderCircle, City of Grand Rapids representatives, and a community member at-large. The project took five years to complete from the time the idea was conceived at a Blandin Community Leadership conference. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "Funds were raised from financial gifts from 576 foundations, businesses, local banks, service organizations, and individual donors, to fully fund and complete the project," said McBride. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Ten percent of Grand Rapids' population lives within a quarter mile of the YMCA, allowing a large number of residents from varying socio-economic backgrounds easy access to the facility, said Tom Pagel, Grand Rapids city administrator. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> With the "Y" now buzzing with visitors of all ages, the project is a model of community, public, and private partnership. Other cities in the region are requesting visits to the facility to learn more about the collaborative success. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "Today, so many people are forcing collaboration," said Pagel. "But this is a true example of where it's really worked." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Pictured above: Elmer Voigt lines up a pool shot at the Itasca County Family YMCA Active Living Center as Duane Deal awaits his turn. </p> <p class="MsoPlainText" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> </div> </div> 1149612016-03-30T10:27:31ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114888" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-06-11T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> June 11, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> About three weeks ago, a pair of Iron Range fishermen were trolling back to the Lake Ore-Be-Gone dock in Gilbert when one of the men made an impromptu remark. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "Is your rod supposed to be bent like that?" said one fisherman to the other. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Some exhilarating moments later, a 16-pound lake trout was in the boat. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> This is no fish story. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Trout fishing in abandoned Iron Range mine pit lakes has over the last few decades grown into the kind of recreational activity that some fisherman tell stories about for years. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "These guys were all pumped up," said Doug Ellis, owner of Virginia Surplus in downtown Virginia, Minnesota. "They were standing on the dock with at least a 16-pound lake trout, all bent out of shape about it, texting me pictures of the fish. It's an absolutely gorgeous lake trout." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Since 1984, the Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) Mining and Reclamation Division has stocked more than 210,000 pounds of fish in 21 area mine pit lakes. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> While rainbow trout is now the species that's stocked, lake trout, brook trout, bluegill, crappie and walleye were also stocked in the program's early years. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Avid trout fishermen have found success within the former mine pits in both summer and winter. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The mine pits at one time produced iron ore which was turned into steel, helping build America. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The mine pits are generally not as heavily fished as area lakes. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "The day after they caught that big one, the two of them went back out with another friend when it was snowing," said Ellis. "They caught four lake trout that were eight, seven, five, and three pounds, and two rainbows. It shows that since they have been planted, those fish have adapted to that lake." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Today, another 1,650 pounds of rainbow are being stocked by IRRRB. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Pits stocked today are the St. James Pit at Aurora, Lake Ore-Be-Gone, Mott Pit in Mountain Iron, Kinney Pit at Kinney, Judson Pit in Buhl, and Tioga Pit near Grand Rapids. Another round of IRRRB fishing stocking will take place in the fall. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources also stocks fish in Iron Range mine pits, in coordination with IRRRB. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Ellis, who for years has fished the deep mine pit lakes, says the trick to catch fish in the pits is to be patient and fish the correct depth. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "I used to fish 'em all," Ellis said of the mine pits. "Rainbows can be hard to catch because like other fish, when it's not time to feed, it's not time to feed. And they don't like to be near the surface because birds pluck them off. I've found in Lake Ore-Be-Gone that you have a good chance of catching a 20-incher in 18-to-20 feet of water." </p> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Pictured above: Dan Jordan of IRRRB Mining and Reclamation watches rainbow trout being stocked in the Mott Pit in Mountain Iron. </div> <p class="MsoPlainText" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <br /> </p> </div> </div> 1148882016-03-30T10:27:31ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114943" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-06-10T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> June 10, 2015 </div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The June edition of The Ranger newsletter features the Advanced Minnesota CDL simulator, the Parkview Learning Center expansion, the NORTHFORCE talent community, and more! </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <a href="http://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/1069556" target="_blank">The Ranger - June 10, 2015</a> </p> </div> </div> 1149432016-03-30T10:27:30ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114892" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-06-08T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> June 08, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Two years after graduating from Floodwood High School, Butch Sandstrom is ready to hit the road as a commercial truck driver and diesel mechanic. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Sandstrom graduated from Hibbing Community College (HCC) this spring after completing the college's Diesel Mechanic and Truck Driving courses. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "I'm a fourth generation logger, so I will be working on my dad's equipment and trucks," said Sandstrom. "I really liked the courses. I like working on equipment and I learned a lot about all the electronics on the new trucks." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> High-tech training for truck, bus, and other types of commercial vehicle driving, has moved into high gear at HCC with acquisition of a state-of-the-art $117,000 commercial truck driving simulator. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The simulator is being used by the college's Truck Driving, Diesel Mechanic, and Advanced Minnesota customized driver training programs to train a variety of commercial vehicle drivers. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> A grant to buy the simulator was provided by the Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) Education/Workforce Development Program. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> HCC is a member of the Northeast Higher Education District (NHED). </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Advanced Minnesota provides customized and continuing education training courses at all five NHED colleges. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Located within the HCC Diesel Mechanic, Truck Driving learning space, the simulator allows students the opportunity to learn truck driving skills without the costs or potential safety issues of operating a truck on public roads. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Instructors can input real-life road situations into the simulator, including rain, snow, ice, traffic and flat tires. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> NHED President Sue Collins said the simulator brings new potential to HCC and Advanced Minnesota training programs. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "This state-of-the-art simulator provides real time driving experiences for our students and provides assessment data for faculty about the depth of student learning in driving situations," said Collins. "The new instructional technology will also enhance and diversify Advanced Minnesota's menu of offerings, including an accelerated CDL training program, incumbent workforce programming with transportation companies, school bus training throughout the region, and charter transportation training. We are truly advantaged by the great education partnership we have forged with IRRRB and Commissioner Mark Phillips." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Truck drivers are in high demand. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Research by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) project 730 truck driver job openings in northeastern Minnesota over the next decade. Within Minnesota, there's 8,290 projected truck job openings. Nationwide, 1,894,100 truck job openings are projected. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> IRRRB Commissioner Mark Phillips said Workforce Development grants support educational programs in the IRRRB service area that train students for the type of jobs that are in demand by industry. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "Our activities are focused on jobs," said Phillips. "The truck driving simulator is a really innovative tool that helps students achieve their career goals and be hired in an industry where there's high demand." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Completion of CDL training at HCC allows students to enter the transportation workforce as an entry level driver, said John Bright, HCC Auto/Diesel and CDL instructor. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "The addition of a CDL simulator gives students the confidence and skills to make the transition to the CDL truck a more comfortable leap,' said Bright. "It also allows for training maneuvers that we cannot replicate in real life without damaging a truck or endangering the public. We couldn't be more thankful to IRRRB for its continued investments in higher education." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Plans are to acquire school bus driver training software for the simulator, which will allow HCC and Advanced Minnesota to offer school bus driver training to bus drivers and districts. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Pictured above right: Butch Sandstrom operates the new Advanced Minnesota/HCC Commercial Driving Simulator. </p> <p class="MsoPlainText" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> </div> </div> 1148922016-03-30T10:27:30ZNews640NewsNews640News<custom:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114907" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-06-03T15:14:43ZMalicious Cycles1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div>June 03, 2015</div> <p class="MsoNormal">Within a small non-descript garage in Virginia, two Iron Range blue-collar craftsmen are riding toward the big time.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Jamie Winger and Jeshua Brown, co-owners of Malicious Cycles, Inc., spend their spare time building custom motorcycles in Winger's garage along Second Avenue South.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Their hand-built custom motorcycle work could soon be featured in a television show pilot reality series.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">"Three years ago, Jeshua stopped by to buy a motor from me and we found we had a similar interest," said Winger, whose full-time job is at United Taconite. "Since then, we've built several bikes for our friends and we've done a couple of full customizations."</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Two Malicious Cycles motorcycles were used in the movie "Sdanka's War," filmed in 2014 in Virginia, at Soudan Underground Mine, and the Iron Range Off-Highway Vehicle Recreation Area near Gilbert.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">The film is soon to be released.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Filming of "Sdanka's War" received support from the Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board's Film Production Incentive Grant Program. The program supports film productions which create jobs and result in economic impact in the IRRRB service area.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Like nearly a dozen other films recently made in northeastern Minnesota, "Sdanka's War," impacted the local economy through expenditures on equipment and supplies, restaurants, transportation, lodging, and staff.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">The connection between "Sdanka's War" and Malicious Cycles could lead to even more economic activity.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Malicious Cycles plans to expand to a larger shop, begin manufacturing aftermarket motorcycle accessories, open a retail store, and perhaps open a showroom to sell a major motorcycle brand.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Brown, a millwright, builds each motorcycle frame by hand. Winger performs air brushing and other mechanical work. Prices on the bikes range from $7,000 to $20,000.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">"Every one of them is unique," said Brown. "We build the frame and the bike to fit the person."</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Together, the two have sold bikes as far away as Montana.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Chris LaFleur, executive producer of "Sdanka's War" formed a friendship with Winger and Brown during the filming, which developed into a business relationship.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">"I ran into these guys and fell in love with them because they're just like me," said LaFleur, a self-employed anesthetist from Aitkin. "They have a full-time job and a dream to be able to sustain a business and create more jobs that are not mining-related."</p> <p class="MsoNormal">LaFleur, was born and raised up in Duluth, later lived in Brimson, and worked and recreated on the Iron Range. He also served 15 years on the Giants Ridge ski patrol.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">However, "Sdanka's War" is his first filmmaking endeavor. LaFleur financed production of the film and spent nearly two weeks on-site during filming.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">In addition to an interest in making more films on the Iron Range, LaFleur is now assisting Malicious Cycles as vice president of business development.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">LaFleur's Crzy Iron Productions is currently shooting a pilot reality series episodes in Malicious Cycles' garage.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">LaFleur hopes the reality series pilot will be picked up by cable television. He's also made business connections in California where Malicious Cycles' motorcycles and aftermarket parts could be sold.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">"Had the IRRRB (Film Production Incentive) program not been around, I would have never met these people and formed these business relationships," said LaFleur. "The biggest attraction on the Iron Range is that there is support for filmmaking and there is a need for that type of economic development. For me, the Iron Range has a huge mix of diverse settings from wilderness to metro area to middle size towns to small towns. You can find a background that will fit any story. And with the IRRRB incentive, it becomes the deciding factor for me."</p> <p class="MsoNormal">From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 6, Malicious Cycles is holding an "Iron on the Range" motorcycle expo at Sawmill Saloon in Mountain Iron/Virginia. Admission is free. All types of motorcycles are invited to enter an awards competition. Performance and dyno testing will be available on site along with motorcycle vendors and a veteran's raffle. Live music follows the awards. All proceeds go to support the local VFW and American Legion.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Pictured above: Jamie Winger and Jeshua Brown, co-owners of Malicious Cycles, Inc.</p> <p class="MsoPlainText"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal" /> </div> </div>1149072019-05-07T13:26:17ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114968" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-06-03T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> June 03, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> A new Highway 53 bridge near Virginia and a new Highway 135 bridge connecting the East Range to Virginia will feature several unique Iron Range visual qualities. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Highway 53, a major transportation corridor, is being rerouted near Virginia so United Taconite can begin mining under the current highway. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The 1,100-foot long Highway 53 bridge, proposed to enter near the east side of Virginia, will be the tallest bridge in the state, said Melissa Schultz, Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) bridge architectural designer. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Schultz addressed visual qualities of the Highway 53 and 135 bridges Tuesday at a Laurentian Vision Partnership quarterly meeting at IRRRB's Mining and Reclamation Building in Chisholm. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> A 15-member Highway 53 Relocation Visual Quality Review Committee has met five times to discuss and produce visual quality guidelines for the project, said Schultz. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The most prominent features of the Highway 53 bridge will be plaza areas constructed at each end of the bridge and deep, 40-foot rock cuts on the approach from Eveleth, said Schultz. Pier shapes, bridge abutment surfaces, sloping, rock cuts, and other visual feature of the bridges, are also being addressed by the review committee, she said. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The committee is reviewing potential sites to relocate Mineview in the Sky, a popular tourist attraction and overlook currently located along Highway 53 in Virginia. MnDOT is not funding relocation of the mine view, she said. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> A new Highway 135 bridge, connecting Gilbert and Virginia, will be the most visible of the two bridges to motorists, said Schultz. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The Highway 135 bridge will feature a reddish-brown color that will blend in with the Iron Range landscape and large steel plates with the image of a tree on the plates, she said. Local stone will also be used in as part of the landscaping. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> A Minnesota Department of Transportation "Coffee and Conversation" meeting will be held from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m., Thursday, June 4 at the MnDOT Virginia Office, 101 Hoover Road in Virginia. "Coffee and Conversation" meetings provide updates on the project on the first Thursday of each month. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Another Iron Range highway is also being rerouted. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Near Chisholm, plans are underway to re-route County State Aid Highway 5 to make way for mining at Hibbing Taconite. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> County Highway 5 will be rerouted along County Road 136, entering Chisholm near the Ironman statue, said Brian Boder, St. Louis County assistant highway engineer. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Designs for the new route are expected to begin in about two weeks, said Boder. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The re-routing is to be completed by January 1, 2017. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The City of Chisholm addressed the need to reroute County Highway 5 in the city's 2012 comprehensive plan. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The Laurentian Vision Partnership is a regional coalition that promotes the development of productive post-mining landscapes on the Mesabi Iron Range by cooperating in preserving lands necessary to sustain current and future mining, promoting landscape options for post mining uses, and identifying and discussing new development opportunities. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> For additional information on LVP visit <a href="http://www.lvpmn.org/" target="_blank" title="www.lvpmn.org">www.lvpmn.org</a>. </p> <p class="MsoPlainText" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Pictured above: Speaking about the Highway 53 Relocation Visual Quality topics is Melissa Schultz, Minnesota Department of Transportation bridge architectural designer. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p class="MsoPlainText" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> </div> </div> 1149682016-03-30T10:27:29ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114918" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-06-03T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> June 03, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> It's been a decade since film crews and actors like Woody Harrelson and Chris Mulkey were on the Iron Range making the movie "North Country." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Since then, the list of movies made in northeastern Minnesota has grown rapidly. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Ten additional movies have been shot within the region in recent years, all supported by an Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board Film Production Incentive Grant Program. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It's taken a little while since North Country, but with the foresight of the IRRRB to offer the film incentive it's really increased" said Riki McManus, director of the Upper Minnesota Film Office. "Filmmakers are now seeing what a beautiful area this is and the diverse locations such as an ocean at Lake Superior, some of the pristine forests and rivers and the quaint towns." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> North Country was the first film made in northeastern Minnesota supported by the IRRRB Film Production Incentive Program. The program offers filmmakers a 20 percent reimbursement on eligible expenditures made within the IRRRB service area, up to a maximum of $500,000 per production. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> On Sunday, June 7, a ten-year anniversary celebration marking the 2005 release of North Country is being held at the Eveleth Auditorium. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> It's the culmination of a week-long Duluth Superior Film Festival celebration. The celebration highlights films made in the Arrowhead region. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The North Country event includes a screening of the movie, an appearance by North Country actor Chris Mulkey, music, and a barbecue. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> McManus says it's anticipated that an increasing number of additional films will be made in northeastern Minnesota thanks to the IRRRB incentive program and the region's natural beauty. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We have some very nice projects popping that we can talk about at a later date," said McManus. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> To train the wide variety of support workers needed to produce a film, a Twin Cities school is exploring the possibility of holding training classes in northeastern Minnesota, said McManus. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Films shot with support from the IRRRB Film Production Incentive Program are: </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> After the Reality - Filmed in Crane Lake and Virginia. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Sdanka's War - Filmed in Virginia, at Soudan Underground Mine, and Iron Range Off-Highway Vehicle Recreation Area at Gilbert. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Heart of Wilderness - Filmed in Ely. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Strange Nature - Filmed in Balsam and Grand Rapids. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The Blood Stripe - Filmed at Lake Vermilion. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Gems of Itasca: Mining - Filmed in Itasca County. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Gems of Itasca: The Environment - Filmed in Itasca County. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> In an Instant - Filmed in Silver Bay. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> I Am Not A Serial Killer - Filmed in Virginia. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> North Country - Filmed at various Iron Range locations. </p> </div> </div> 1149182016-03-30T10:27:28ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-115004" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-05-26T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> May 26, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> A new 78-room Hampton Inn in Hibbing that offers an array of distinct features, is officially open for business. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It's the nicest hotel north of Minneapolis right now," said Todd Torvinen, president of ZMC Hotels, Inc., of Duluth, developers of the hotel. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The hotel is ZMC's first hotel featuring Hilton's "Forever Young Initiative." The initiative means that the hotel guest rooms have a floating vanity, wall-mounted furniture, center TV cabinet, sliding barn doors on bathrooms and closets, and a clean white look in each bathroom. A streamlined roof line with canopy lighting accentuates the exterior. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It's the first in the U.S. with the new design,' said Torvinen. "We also incorporated elements of the Iron Range into the carport by using iron and steel banding to celebrate the Iron Range iron and steel culture." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> A 40-person capacity swimming pool, 10-person spa, and two fitness rooms equipped with cardio and weightlifting equipment, offer "road warriors" a variety of physical fitness activities, said Torvinen. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The hotel parking lot is sized to accommodate enticement of a restaurant, he said. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The hotel employs about 15. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> ZMC Hotels sees the hotel as filling a lodging void between Hibbing and Grand Rapids, said Torvinen. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We're real fortunate working with the IRRRB and the City of Hibbing Economic Development Authority," said Torvinen. "It's been real enjoyable." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board provided a $350,000 grant to support infrastructure and site work for construction of the hotel. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> tt Park Greenhouse in Virginia </p> </div> </div> 1150042016-03-30T10:27:28ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114883" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-05-22T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> May 22, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Three months after assuming operations at the Olcott Park Greenhouse in Virginia, a group of about 60 community volunteer are rooted in their aspirations to grow interest and community use of the northernmost conservatory in the United States. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "We want this to become a winter oasis for people," said Ted Grishaber, secretary of the non-profit group Friends of the Greenhouse. "We'd like to make it a place where people can come in year-round, use wi-fi, read, and relax." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Renovation begins in a few weeks on construction of a handicapped accessible restroom. The restroom, which replaces aging restroom facilities down a steep staircase in the basement of the greenhouse, will make the greenhouse more attractive to visitors, allow the facility to be used for community events, and improve sustainability said Grishaber. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Historically, the city-owned greenhouse has grown a variety of plants along with ornamental melons, tomatoes and herbs. The greenhouse also features banana and cocoa trees. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> However, long term goals are to turn a south portion of the greenhouse into an education food production area where visitors can see food being grown. Friends of the Greenhouse also want the facility to become a botanical garden at which plants are cataloged and labeled in accordance with the Botanical Garden Association. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Friends of the Greenhouse are already taking steps to expand the facility's use to the general public and for education. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Salad greens were grown in the greenhouse this winter and sold at a local natural foods store. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Cub Scouts, who planted flower seeds this spring in the greenhouse, will next week re-plant the flowers in Olcott Park. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> As the nation's northernmost conservatory, the greenhouse offers visitors a respite, said Grishaber. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> During cold winter months, the greenhouse becomes a haven of warmth and greenery, lifting visitor's spirits. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It's 75 to 80 degrees in here in the winter," said Grishaber. "This serves as a getaway. During the four months when people come in here during the winter, it has a great impact on them." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The greenhouse is open from noon to 4 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Friends of the Greenhouse are busy preparing for an influx of hundreds of visitors during the annual Land of the Loon celebration in Virginia. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "This greenhouse has a history," said Grishaber. "People have an emotional connection to Olcott Park and to the greenhouse. There's a lot of memories here for a lot of people." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board supported renovation of the Olcott Park Greenhouse with a $20,000 grant. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> PHOTO CAPTION: Ted Grishaber and Friends of the Greenhouse plan to turn the historic greenhouse in Virginia into a community gathering place.lcott Park Greenhouse in Virginia </p> </div> </div> 1148832016-03-30T10:27:28ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-115008" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-05-20T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> May 20, 2015 </div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> It took five years of golf scrambles, pasty sales and chicken wing eating to raise enough funds, but a new Cook Community and Youth Center is set to open thanks to a grassroots community-wide fundraising effort. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Finishing touches are being applied to the new 4,500 square-foot center, which will serve residents and youth from the City of Cook and surrounding areas. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Approximately $285,000 was raised within the community over five years to help fund the project. About $200,000 in labor was donated by area contractors and volunteer residents. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It's amazing what people have donated with their time, equipment, and labor," said Tammy Palmer, Cook Recreation Commission secretary. "Our businesses, community, and surrounding areas have been phenomenal in supporting this." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Fundraising began in 2010. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Golf scrambles, a haunted house, "Bag a buck" contest, broomball challenge, pasty sales, barbecues, a chili cook-off, wingfest (chicken wing eating), pancake breakfast, community-wide rummage sale and snowmobile run, were among dozens of community events held to raise funds. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Some of the events raised as little as $300. Others raised thousands of dollars. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> But it all added up. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Carpenters, general contractors, roofing companies, electrical firms, plumbers, heating, ventilation and air conditioning businesses from Cook, Orr, and surrounding communities donated labor. A local lumber yard provided materials at cost. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "All of the contractors volunteered their time and some even paid their crews to do this," said Greg Burckhardt, Cook Recreation Commission chair. "Since we started, the community has been 100 percent behind the project. It's something that we really needed in our community." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> When complete, the center will host weddings, home shows, senior citizen, and youth activities. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It's going to provide a safe, healthy, and rich environment for families," said Palmer. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The energy-efficient center features indirect lighting, in-floor heating and air conditioning. A raised ceiling with a chandelier offers the perfect setting for formal occasions, said Burckhardt. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> A warming area for ice skaters, pool table, foosball, ping pong, will provide activities for youth. The center is located in the Doug Johnson Recreation Park, adjacent to community baseball fields, a playground and hockey rink. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> A ribbon cutting is planned for late summer. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It's going to be a grand event," said Palmer. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> IRRRB provided a $50,000 grant to the City of Cook to support infrastructure, site work and construction of the center. </p> <p class="MsoPlainText" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> PHOTO CAPTION: Tammy Palmer and Greg Burckhardt of the Cook Recreation Commission are pictured in front of the new Cook Community and Youth Center. </p> </div> </div> 1150082016-03-30T10:27:27ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114936" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-05-19T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <h2> Edge Center for the Arts celebrates 10 years </h2> <div> May 19, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> It's been 10 years since the Edge Center for the Arts opened in the small northern Minnesota city of Bigfork, population 463. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> But the cultural performances held at the impressive, 280-seat center over the past decade, have been big. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "I moved up here seven years ago from the Twin Cities and expected that my husband and I would be fishing, hunting and gardening, said Karen Ferlaak, former chair of the Edge Center for the Arts board and current board member. "Now, I wish everybody in the Twin Cities knew about what's happening up here. The access to arts and the opportunities that would not normally be here has been a tremendous opportunity to families." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Music and theatrical scenes from the center's first 10 years will be back on the center's stage Friday, May 22, Saturday, May 23, and Sunday, May 24 with "The Best of the Players: The 10-Year Reunion Show." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The show starts at 7 p.m. each night. Tickets are $12 for adults and $6 for children. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It's a compilation of what's gone on here in the last 10 years," said Ferlaak. It's been quite a project and I think we're going to have a good turnout. We'll be attracting people from all over this area and from Hibbing to Grand Rapids to Bemidji." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The non-profit center, which opened in 2005, is connected to the Bigfork School. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Over its 10 years of operation, the center has hosted arts and cultural events conducted by local talent and professional performers. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> An art show, featuring the work of Bigfork students, is currently on display. Admission to the art gallery is free. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The center operates year-round, though the bulk of activities are held from spring until fall. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The center, and the wide variety arts and cultural events offered over the past decade, have impressed visitors, said Ferlaak. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "The one word we always hear when people come here is 'Wow,'" said Ferlaak. "The opportunity that we have to offer arts of all kinds that otherwise would not be here is quite amazing." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> IRRRB provided a $10,000 Culture and Tourism grant to the Edge Center for the Arts to support its 10th anniversary season with special events, exhibits, and performances. </p> </div> </div> 1149362016-03-30T10:27:27ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-115028" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-05-15T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> May 15, 2015 </div> <p class="Default" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> EVELETH, Minn.- The Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) will meet on Tuesday, May 19 at 10 a.m. in St. Paul. Agenda items include approval of the agency's Fiscal Year 2016 budget and several public works projects. </p> <p class="Default" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The IRRR Board will consider funding for a $33.15 million FY16 budget, which IRRRB Commissioner Mark Phillips says is focused squarely on the agency's core development mission. "I am pleased that over half of the proposed budget is dedicated to development projects and programs," said Phillips. "This funding reflects our commitment to investing in a better future for northeastern Minnesota." </p> <p class="Default" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> While development projects and programs account for 51% of the agency's spending, funding for Giants Ridge accounts for 29% and operations accounts for 21%. </p> <p class="Default" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The FY16 budget allocates $5 million for development projects. The FY16 public works budget is $6 million, including nine shovel-ready projects to be considered at Tuesday's board meeting. The total IRRRB project investment for the nine projects is over $1.6 million, with a total public/private investment of over $39 million. IRRRB funds will be leveraged 23 to 1. It is projected that 26 permanent jobs and 235 construction jobs will be created. </p> <p class="Default" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Below is the list of FY16 public works projects that will be reviewed: </p> <br /> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <table border="1" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="TableGrid2" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <table border="1" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="TableGrid2"> <tbody> <tr> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="top" width="157"> <p class="MsoNormal"> <strong>Organization</strong> </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="top" width="438"> <p class="MsoNormal"> <strong>Project Description</strong> </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="top" width="101"> <p class="MsoNormal"> <strong>Grant Award</strong> </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="157"> <p class="MsoNormal"> City of Cook </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="438"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Infrastructure, site work and construction of a new Emergency Services Facility </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="101"> <p align="right" class="MsoNormal"> $200,000 </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="157"> <p class="MsoNormal"> City of Cook </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="438"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Infrastructure, site work and construction for a new Community Center </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="101"> <p align="right" class="MsoNormal"> 50,000 </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="157"> <p class="MsoNormal"> City of Ely </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="438"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Infrastructure, roads and site work for the expansion of the Ely Business Park </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="101"> <p align="right" class="MsoNormal"> 200,000 </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="157"> <p class="MsoNormal"> City of Grand Marais </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="438"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Water, sewer, utilities extension, and site work for renovation and expansion of the Cook County North Shore Hospital and Care Center </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="101"> <p align="right" class="MsoNormal"> 100,000 </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="157"> <p class="MsoNormal"> City of Hibbing </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="438"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Water, sewer, utilities, roads, and site work for a new 32-unit housing development project </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="101"> <p align="right" class="MsoNormal"> 300,000 </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="157"> <p class="MsoNormal"> City of Mountain Iron </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="438"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Sewer, force main pipe, and a new lift station to service five businesses and new commercial development on Miners Drive </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="101"> <p align="right" class="MsoNormal"> 75,000 </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="157"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Nashwauk Township </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="438"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Infrastructure, site work, and construction for a new town hall </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="101"> <p align="right" class="MsoNormal"> 150,000 </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="157"> <p class="MsoNormal"> City of Virginia </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="438"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Infrastructure and site work for a new development on 9th Street North </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="101"> <p align="right" class="MsoNormal"> 250,000 </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="157"> <p class="MsoNormal"> City of Virginia </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="438"> <p class="MsoNormal"> Phase II of the Joy Global Expansion Project in the Virginia Business Park </p> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="101"> <p align="right" class="MsoNormal"> 300,000 </p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td nowrap="nowrap" width="157"> <p class="MsoNormal" /> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" width="438"> <p class="MsoNormal" /> </td> <td nowrap="nowrap" valign="bottom" width="101"> <p align="right" class="Default"> <strong>$1,625,000</strong> </p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> </div> </div> 1150282016-03-30T10:27:26ZNews640NewsengNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114928" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-05-14T10:14:43ZAn Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board Meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. in St. Paul, Minn.1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div>May 14, 2015</div> <p class="MsoNormal">An Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board Meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. in St. Paul, Minn. The meeting will be held in Room 300 South - State Office Building. The board packet will be posted tomorrow morning at http://mn.gov/irrrb/media/board-meetings/</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Please find the meeting agenda below.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">AGENDA</p> <p class="MsoNormal">1) Roll Call</p> <p class="MsoNormal">2) Approval of February 10, 2015, Meeting Minutes</p> <p class="MsoNormal">3) Commissioner's Comments</p> <p class="MsoNormal">4) FY16 IRRRB Budget</p> <p class="MsoNormal">5) FY16 Public Works Projects</p> <p class="MsoNormal">6) Other</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p> <p class="MsoNormal"> </p> <p align="center" class="Default" /> </div> </div>1149282016-04-06T08:47:14ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114881" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-05-13T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> May 13, 2015 </div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The May edition of The Ranger newsletter features the Governor's Fishing Opener, the Delta Air Lines renovation, the Labo awards, and more! </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <a href="http://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/103c637" target="_blank">The Ranger - May 15, 2015</a> </p> </div> </div> 1148812016-03-30T10:27:26ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-115043" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-05-11T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <h2> Governor's Fishing Opener highlights region's quality of life </h2> <div> May 11, 2015 </div> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> TOWER - What a weekend at the lake! </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Northeastern Minnesota's exceptional quality of life and the breathtaking beauty of Lake Vermilion were on the forefront of many minds, including Governor Mark Dayton, at the May 7-10, 68th annual Minnesota Governor's Fishing Opener. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Dayton helped break ground on Minnesota's newest state park, attended a community picnic, caught walleye, and fondly remembered his family's ties to the area. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "Lake Vermilion is very, very special to my family," Dayton said at a Friday, May 9 groundbreaking at Lake Vermilion-Soudan Underground Mine State Park. "My grandfather bought a cabin on the Cook side in the depths of the depression for $5,000." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Dayton reminisced about the propeller on the family boat breaking while crossing from the Cook end of the lake toward Tower. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "It took me 25 years to get to the other side of the lake after the prop broke in Oak Narrows," joked Dayton. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Several hundred media, outdoor writers, and dignitaries from across the Midwest attended the opener. Fortune Bay Resort Casino served as event headquarters. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "This is hugely important for us as a region," said Casey Sunsdahl of Soudan, who guided Minnesota Lt. Gov. Tina Smith on the opener. "We have one of the most valuable resources in the world with the water we have here at Lake Vermilion. This is a great opportunity to bring attention to the area." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> About 300 fishing hosts and guests participated in fishing activities, according to Phil Bakken, fishing host chairman. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "I can't tell you how many people came up to me and told me how tremendous the event was and what a good time they had," said Bakken. "Almost everyone caught fish and several people told me they plan on coming back up here to go fishing." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> A highlight of the activities was the Lake Vermilion-Soudan Underground Mine State Park groundbreaking. Developed beginning in 2010 on the shores of scenic Armstrong Bay, the park is expected to host 250,000 visitors annually when fully complete in 2016. With Wi-fi, electricity, flush toilets, showers, 28 drive-in campsites, water access, trails, and cabins, it's billed as the only state park of its kind in Minnesota. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "This is going to be a kind of 'next generation' state park," said Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Commissioner Tom Landwehr. "We are looking at using new ways of technology so the park will be used in ways that other parks haven't been used in the past." </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Smith said she plans to visit all 67 Minnesota state parks. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> State Senator Tom Bakk of Cook, who grew up on the Cook end of the lake, said the 2008 deal under which the state bought the property from U.S. Steel, will open up outdoor recreational opportunities for people to experience the lake. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> "There's a Daniel Webster quote on the wall of the Senate that says, 'Let us develop the resources of our land, call forth its powers, build up its institutions, promote all its great interests, and see whether we also, in our day and generation, may not perform something worthy to be remembered.' This is something worthy to be remembered," said Bakk. </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> PHOTO CAPTIONS: </p> <p class="MsoNormal" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Pictured above right: Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Commissioner Tom Landwehr, Bois Forte Band of Chippewa Chairman Kevin Leecy, Lt. Gov. Tina Smith, and Gov. Mark Dayton exchange greetings at the groundbreaking of Lake Vermilion-Soudan Underground Mine State Park. (Photo courtesy of Explore Minnesota) </p> <p class="MsoPlainText" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Pictured above left: Gov. Mark Dayton speaks at the Lake Vermilion-Soudan Underground Mine State Park groundbreaking. At right are Lt. Gov. Tina Smith, Department of Natural Resources Commissioner Tom Landwehr and former Gov. Tim Pawlenty. </p> <p class="MsoPlainText" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> </div> </div> 1150432016-03-30T10:27:25ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-115026" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-04-08T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> April 08, 2015 </div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The April edition of The Ranger newsletter features entrepreneurs Mark and Kandi Sutich's latest business venture, Biwabik Mary Ellen Stone Company. Also featured are the upcoming SME conference, a recent Health Care Fair in Hibbing, the Labovitz Entrepreneurial Success Awards nominees, and the Giants Ridge food drive. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <a href="http://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/fdc717" target="_blank">The Ranger - April 8, 2015</a> </p> </div> </div> 1150262016-03-30T10:27:25ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-115024" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-03-11T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> March 11, 2015 </div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The March edition of The Ranger newsletter features the ReGen "Comedy, Cocktails and a Little Bit of Policy" event slated for March 14. Also, get the scoop on the movie being filmed on the Iron Range, an upcoming Health Care Fair, and more. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <a href="http://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/f69552" target="_blank">The Ranger - March 11, 2015</a> </p> </div> </div> 1150242016-03-30T10:27:24ZNews640NewsengNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114972" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-02-25T10:14:43ZCommissioner Mark Phillips wrote a guest column for today's MINE VI newspaper special edition. 1047<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div>February 25, 2015</div> <p>Commissioner Mark Phillips wrote a guest column for today's MINE VI newspaper special edition. The column focuses on the major role mining played in his family history.</p> <p>Read the guest column.</p> <div> <div>The MINE VI edition is a collaborative effort of the Mesabi Daily News, Hibbing Daily Tribune, Grand Rapids Herald-Review and Chisholm Tribune Press.</div> </div> </div> </div>1149722016-04-06T08:47:14ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-115050" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-02-11T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> February 11, 2015 </div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The February issue of The Ranger newsletter is now available. Read about Mary Finnegan, our new deputy commissioner and Joe Radinovich, our new assistant commissioner. Also get a recap of the February 10 IRRR Board meeting and check out a clip from Commissioner Mark Phillip's recent Almanac North interview. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> If you enjoy the issue, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <a href="http://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/ee2e14" target="_blank">The Ranger - Feb. 11, 2015</a> </p> </div> </div> 1150502016-03-30T10:27:24ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114982" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-02-06T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> February 06, 2015 </div> <p class="Default" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> EVELETH, Minn.- The Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) will hold its reorganizational meeting on Tuesday, February 10, 2015 in St. Paul. Agenda items include a major broadband investment and an increase to the Giants Ridge Event Center budget. </p> <p class="Default" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Clinton Township on behalf of Northeast Service Cooperative (NESC) and Frontier Communications is requesting $1.5 million for a $4.34 million broadband expansion project. The project entails providing direct broadband connections to 30 townhalls/firehalls and 877 households in 20 townships across the IRRRB service area. The project will provide connection speeds above the state broadband goal to areas that are currently unserved and underserved by broadband infrastructure. It is projected that 28 construction jobs will be created. </p> <p class="Default" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Remaining project funding has been secured by NESC, Frontier, and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED). Earlier this week, DEED awarded the project a $1.96 million grant from the Border-to-Border Broadband Development Grant Program. </p> <p class="Default" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> An increase of $1.6 million to the Giants Ridge Event Center budget also will be considered. The IRRR Board approved an original expenditure of $6.1 million for a new event center, in combination with $3.8 million from the 2014 Minnesota State Bonding Bill. Construction bids were opened in January with the lowest bid being $1.6 million over the projected construction budget estimate. </p> <p class="Default" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> IRRRB Commissioner Mark Phillips said, "While we wish the construction would have come in under the budget estimate, the bid results reflect the strong economy in Minnesota and are within the boundaries according to construction experts." </p> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> IRRRB is a state economic development agency headquartered in northeastern Minnesota whose mission is to promote and invest in business, community and workforce development for the betterment of northeastern Minnesota. To learn more about the agency and its services, visit <a href="http://www.irrrb.org" target="_blank">www.irrrb.org</a>. Follow us on Twitter at <a href="https://twitter.com/IRRRB" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/IRRRB</a>. </div> </div> </div> 1149822016-03-30T10:27:23ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-114995" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-01-14T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <div> January 14, 2015 </div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> The January 2015 edition of The Ranger newsletter is now available. Read about our new Commissioner Mark Phillips, the work of the ReGen group, fun winter activities at Giants Ridge and more! </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Check out the latest edition, and if you like what you see, please subscribe to future editions by entering your email address. </p> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <a href="http://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MNIRRRB/bulletins/e90dd2" target="_blank">The Ranger - Jan. 14, 2015</a> </p> </div> </div> 1149952016-03-30T10:27:23ZNews640NewsNews640News<tcdl:Link urlOnly="true" type="Component" destination="tcm:1047-115030" templateURI="tcm:0-0-0" origin="tcm:0-0-0" />2015-01-07T10:14:43Z1047 <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> <h2> Phillips served as DEED Commissioner, IRRRB Director of Economic Development </h2> <div> January 07, 2015 </div> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" /> <p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> ST. PAUL, MN - Today, Governor Mark Dayton appointed Mark Phillips to be Commissioner of the Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB). Phillips will lead the Board in its mission to diversify and improve the economy of the Iron Range. Phillips served as Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) from 2011 to 2012, and was the IRRRB's Director of Economic Development from 1983 to 1988. Phillips is currently Director of Business Development at Kraus-Anderson Construction Company. </p> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <div> "I am pleased to appoint Mark Phillips to serve as Commissioner. The people and businesses of the Iron Range will be well served by Mark's extensive public and private economic development experience," said Governor Dayton. "I appreciate Mark's willingness to serve Minnesota again, and I look forward to our work together in the years ahead." </div> <div> <br /> </div> <div> "I would like to thank Governor Dayton for this tremendous opportunity to serve the people of Minnesota," said Commissioner Phillips. "During the past four years, Minnesotans have seen increasing job growth and new prosperity. I am eager to work with the Governor, IRRRB Board, area legislators, and private sector partners to continue this progress." </div> <div> <br /> </div> <div> Mark Phillips brings more than twenty-five years of leadership in development and finance, including launching new and creative programs for community and economic development, real estate development and business financing. Phillips served as the IRRRB's Director of Economic Development under Governor Rudy Perpich, as Director of Development for Minnesota Power, and as Vice President of Northeast Ventures Corporation. He is a recipient of the Economic Development Association of Minnesota's Career Achievement Award. </div> <div> <br /> </div> <div> <strong>About the Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board</strong> </div> <div> The Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) is a State of Minnesota development agency located in Eveleth, Minnesota. IRRRB's mission is to promote and invest in business, community and workforce development for the betterment of northeastern Minnesota. The board is comprised of state senators and representatives elected from state senatorial or legislative districts in which one-third or more of the residents reside within the IRRRB service area. One additional state senator is appointed by the senate Subcommittee on Committees of the Committee on Rules and Administration. </div> <div /> <div> IRRRB provides vital funding, including low or no interest loans, grants and loan guarantees for businesses relocating or expanding in the region. Additionally, a variety of grants are available to local units of government, education institutions, and nonprofits that promote workforce development and sustainable communities. </div> </div> <div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <br /> </div> </div> </div> 1150302016-03-30T10:27:22Z