Economic security in northeastern Minnesota grew during Tom Renier’s tenure with the Northland Foundation
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The U of M seeks funding for a new initiative to change how Minnesota mines.
What are the secrets behind this Iron Range delicacy that is attracting more sales?
In contrast to other parts of the country, Northland regional airports are offering good travel options.
Duluth International, with a new $78 million terminal, is more than a regional airport for business travelers.
Heavy manufacturing makes a comeback on the Iron Range.
If it can unlock the potential from its timber, the Iron Range could become a center for biochemical production.
For rural areas, faster Internet service is a necessity. More communities soon could be connected.
The Port of Duluth-Superior saw increased tonnage last year. But the real story might be its industrial base.
The news on the Iron Range is mostly good—but what’s up with Essar Steel?
And it’s more vigorous than outsiders might think.
Could Lake Superior College presage a new manufacturing boom?
Minnesota’s winter tourism industry isn’t as simple as a good snowfall. Look at Lutsen Mountains.
The Natural Resources Research Institute is helping revive timber companies, along with other traditional extractive industries.
Will solar energy production shine a light on the Iron Range?
Northwestern Minnesota has low unemployment and booming companies hungry for workers. What is its secret?
Can entrepreneurship take firm root in the tough soil of northeastern Minnesota?
Taconite, timber, and tourism remain the Northland’s economic bases. But they need to be alloyed with entrepreneurship.