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Cliffs looks to appeal arbitration decision on Nashwauk land
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is looking to challenge an arbitration decision that has affirmed Mesabi Metallics’ termination of a lease that Cleveland-Cliffs had held on land near Nashwauk. As a result of the arbitration, Mesabi Metallics says it now has full ownership and access to an additional significant reserve of unhindered taconite mineral rights in 3,200 acres. But Cleveland-Cliffs says its considering its options. ...
Cobb Cook Coalition sparks renewed interest in Cobb Cook Park
HIBBING—As citizens involved with the effort to save Cobb Cook Park celebrate that the park is no longer being considered for development, there’s also a renewed interest in the park’s long-term preservation. “The Cobb Cook Coalition has several requests and ideas to improve the park,” Hibbing City Councilor Justin Fosso told the Mesabi Tribune via email earlier this week. “I know the city will be looking into each request to see what steps can be taken. I would hope that some rededication of the park...
Hibbing officials eye downtown traffic survey
HIBBING—Based on the results of a downtown parking survey from earlier this year, HEDA officials are now looking to take the next step in a process that could ultimately lead to a more efficient parking situation in Hibbing. Hibbing Community Development Director Betsy Olivanti said by email this week that the Hibbing Economic Development Authority (HEDA) board has asked for the current report to be included on an upcoming city council agenda and is also recommending a traffic study be conducted. ...
Iron Range, rural St. Louis County see opioid settlement funds invested into repairing communities
ELY — Kap Wilkes heard it from interviews and surveys throughout the Ely area: Substance abuse and the opioid epidemic were impacting the community. The vicious cycle of addiction, rehabilitation and relapse had ridden through the scenic Boundary Waters city, as it had through Greater Minnesota, the Twin Cities, Midwest and nationally.
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