Soudan Underground Mine State Park wins $50,000



ST. PAUL – Soudan Underground Mine State Park is the proud owner of a $50,000 check for its second-place finish in a national online campaign that encouraged Americans to vote for their favorite park. Minnesota Sen. Tom Bakk, Courtland Nelson, director of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Division of Parks and Trails; Jim Essig, manager of Soudan Underground […]

Peterson named IRRRB Development Director



EVELETH – Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) Commissioner Tony Sertich announced today the appointment of Steve Peterson of Virginia, Minn. as the IRRRB Executive Director of Development effective Tuesday, November 15, 2011. Peterson will oversee the agency’s newly organized development team which will focus on business and community development. This position was created as part of the agency’s […]

World Affairs Forums continue



The series of World Affairs Forums continue in December with two more programs, hosted and presented by George Erickson. “Breaking the Bank: Frontline’s inside story of the Wall Street Collapse,” will be held Tuesday, Dec. 13, at 7 p.m., at Mesabi Range College, Virginia campus , Room C-175. “Blue Gold,” the awardwinning documentary which reveals the troubles caused by the […]

SALOME’S STARS



ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Keep those sharp Sheep eyes focused on a hazy situation. As things begin to clear up, you’ll find a sharper picture emerging, showing something you will need to know. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Watch your expenses through the end of the month. Later, you’ll be glad to have extra money to pay […]

Pressure Cooking




The bits of chicken splattered on Grandma’s kitchen ceiling were a constant reminder of the importance of paying attention to avoid catastrophes. Pressure cooking (and canning) is safe when you follow the manufacturer’s directions …. and pay attention. Root crops like beets can be quickly prepared in about 20 minutes using a 3-4 quart cooker. Leaving the root intact and […]

SpaceLIFT

Decorator Secret: Incorrect use of lighting or underutilizing lamps

How To: Often clients tell me they need to paint their room a light color because it is in the lower level or the room doesn’t have many windows. Painting a small room, like a half bath or guest room, white to make it brighter really only makes it colder…light makes it bright. So add light! A living room or […]

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