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When the Natural Ore Ran Out
The many iron ore and taconite mines throughout the Vermilion, Mesabi, and Cuyuna Iron Ranges each have their own special history. Some of the mines only produced for a relatively brief period of time, others are today still producing taconite rock from which iron is extracted. In the early years of iron ore discoveries being made, there were also some “wildcat” mines. These were generally illegal and may have only lasted a week or two before those involved hastily packed up their equipment and skedaddled...
U.S. Steel/Nippon Steel merger hanging in the balance
Nippon Steel Corp. says its proposed merger with United States Steel Corp. would revitalize the American steel rust belt and benefit American workers, communities, and national security. However, multiple reports say President Joe Biden is close to blocking the proposed $14.9 billion deal As the issue appears to be coming to a head, Nippon Steel announced a governance policy surrounding the merger. ...
Vikings open play on Sunday
HIBBING—Starting Sunday, the Minnesota Vikings open their 2024 season on the road against the New York Giants. There’s been a lot of talk about the Vikings, and how their season will go. There’s some question marks right now, but we do know one thing—Minnesota should be loaded on offense. The Vikings have running back Aaron...
Northeast Range volleyball takes down MI-B, 3-1
MOUNTAIN IRON—The Mountain Iron-Buhl volleyball team looked like it was ready to play some great ball on Thursday night against Northeast Range. The Rangers took the opening game 25-18 but that would be the only game they would salvage as the Nighthawks fought back and won the next three games, 25-16, 25-23, and 25-23 to win the match three games to one. “It was a very disappointing night tonight,” Rangers...
Mesabi East swimming dunks Nighthawks
AURORA—The Mesabi East girls’ swimming and diving team swam to wins in nine events on Thursday as they took down visiting Northeast Range/Ely 96-67. The Giants spread the wins out across their lineup with Lily Larson, Mae Layman, Summer Cullen, Jaezreel Johnson, Kyra Aklton, Aubree Skelton and Adeline Butzke all picking up individual wins. For the Nighthawks, Madison Jonas and Tuuli Koivisto picked up wins of their own. Mesabi East...
Virginia road construction updated
Due to several road construction projects happening in and around Virginia at the same time, travelers will encounter changes in traffic flows and road closures starting September 9, 2024. These adjustments are necessary to accommodate the various work crews completing essential roadwork, the city said in a news release. To assist with navigating the road closures, the city has created a Google Map that will help you find your way around town. This map will be regularly updated as roads reopen. Residents can find the...
Man, 26, injured in hit-and-run near Kinney
KINNEY—A 26-year-old man was airlifted to a Duluth hospital with serious injuries Thursday afternoon in a hit-and-run accident just south of Kinney, a St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office news release said. First responders and law enforcement were dispatched at about 4:45 p.m. to the 5300 block of Highway 25 after the man was found lying in the ditch. Upon arrival, they found him and determined he had been struck by a vehicle which had fled the scene. The incident remains under investigation by the Sheriff’s Office and Minnesota State Patrol. Assisting agencies were: Chisholm Police Department, Minnesota State Patrol, Kinney Fire Department and First Responders, Buhl Ambulance and Fire Department, and Life Link III.
School reconfiguration complete in Hibbing
HIBBING—As seventh grade students made their way down the hallway on Wednesday, they had new freedom and responsibilities at Lincoln Elementary. Principal Derek Gabardi looked on with pride as he told how the seventh graders, accustomed to being led by a classroom teacher, now are learning to pass from class to class much like they would have if they were at the high school. The Hibbing School District underwent a...
Meadowlands residents remain under boil water order
MEADOWLANDS—Meadowlands, a town of about 135, continues to be under a boil water order while awaiting results from the latest round of testing from the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH). On Friday, Aug. 30, the MDH issued the order, the same day bacteriological sampling confirmed the presence of E. Coli within the city’s water distribution system, according to the MDH. “During a boil water advisory, boil the water before using...
AEOA Senior Dining
AEOA Hibbing LEE Center menu Sept. 9-13 Monday: Burger on a bun, lettuce and tomato, french fries, chocolate pudding with topping Tuesday: Fish taco, cabbage blend, bean and pea salad, Mandarin orange Wednesday: End of summer party! Chicken dinner, cheddar...
School lunch menus
Sept. 9-13 HIBBING Monday: Pepperoni pizza, crisp mixed greens w/balsamic vinaigrette, steamed mixed veggies, chilled peaches, lowfat milk choices Tuesday: Nachos w/meat and cheese sauce, bold black bean salsa, whole kernel corn, fresh fruit, lowfat milk choices Wednesday: Corn dogs,...
Giants grab first win, 4-2 over Bluejackets
AURORA—The Mesabi East Area boys’ soccer team has spent some time this season searching for their first win. That elusive first victory couldn’t have come at a better time as the Giants played a strong second half on Thursday night to take down visiting Hibbing/Chisholm 4-2. After the game, Giants head coach Eric Njimegni said the key for his team was simple: stick to the plan and have fun. ...
Mesabi Metallics says court rules in its favor
Mesabi Metallics says a federal court has ruled that antitrust claims it made against iron ore and steelmaker Cleveland-Cliffs, can go to trial. The claims surround an antitrust lawsuit against Cliffs over development of Mesabi Metallics’ taconite project near Nashwauk. A federal court in Delaware ruled that Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., caused injury to Mesabi Metallics over development of Mesabi’s seven million ton-per-year pellet plant, according to a Mesabi Metallics news release. ...
Bluejacket 11 heads to Duluth to take on Greyhounds
HIBBING—After getting beat 55-0 by Rock Ridge last week, the Hibbing High School football team needed a big boost of confidence. That’s exactly what Bluejacket coach Matt Anderson and his coaching staff have tried to instill in their team as they prepare to play Duluth East today, beginning at 7 p.m. at Ordean Field. There were a number of things that went wrong last week against the Wolverines, but they...
Titans hit the road again to take on Rush City
COLERAINE—In a 26-6 loss to Mille Lacs, the Greenway/Nashwauk-Keewatin High School football team had a turnaround in the second half. Now, the Titans have to put four quarters together if they want to break through with a win. Greenway/Nashwauk-Keewatin gets that chance today it travels to Rush City for a 7 p.m. contest against the Tigers, who are coming off a 46-18 victory over Braham last week. ...
Eveleth works to relocate Hells Angels
EVELETH—In an effort to move the Hells Angels out of Eveleth, the City Council unanimously passed a public safety declaration they hope will do just that. The action comes after two incidents in the past nine months at the Hells Angels clubhouse at 413 Grant Avenue. On Monday, a Forbes woman allegedly shot a 9mm handgun at the clubhouse door before later being arrested for a drive-by shooting and illegal...
Bluestreak 11 will be hosting Barnum
CHISHOLM—In the Chisholm HIgh School football game against Aitkin last week, the Gobblers were better in every facet of the game in a 61-19 victory over Chisholm. Bluestreak coach Nick Milani needs his team to be better this week as Chisholm takes on Barnum, beginning at 7 p.m. at Joel Maturi Field. The Bluestreaks, even though they put up 19 points, weren’t quite up to par with the Gobblers. ...
Mesabi Metallics says court rules in its favor
Mesabi Metallics says a federal court has ruled that antitrust claims it made against iron ore and steelmaker Cleveland-Cliffs, can go to trial. The claims surround an antitrust lawsuit against Cliffs over development of Mesabi Metallics’ taconite project near Nashwauk. A federal court in Delaware ruled that Cleveland-Cliffs Inc., caused injury to Mesabi Metallics over development of Mesabi’s seven million ton-per-year pellet plant, according to a Mesabi Metallics news release. ...
Home show, craft show and car show fundraiser set
HIBBING—A local nonprofit has teamed up with a family raising battling cancer to offer a fun community fundraiser. Precious Paws Humane Society of Chisholm and Mike & Nan’s Medical Fight are co-hosting a home and craft show, and food truck frenzy, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 14, at the Hibbing National Guard Armory, 2310 Brooklyn Dr. in Hibbing. Admission is free. Kids games, demonstrations by Hibbing Police...
Tigers take 1-0 mark to Cass Lake-Bena
IRON—Last week against Blackduck, the Cherry High School football team rushed for over 300 yards in a 39-0 victory over the Drakes. If Tiger coach Nick Stevenson has his way, he’ll want the same kind of output today when Cherry travels to take on Cass Lake-Bena, beginning at 3 p.m. According to Stevenson, his team did exactly what he wanted them to do last week. ...
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