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Mayo's expansion may create jobs, but how many?

Mayo's expansion may create jobs, but how many?

The Mayo Clinic said its planned expansion will create about 35,000 jobs in Minnesota; 10,000 to 15,000 of those jobs would involve direct employment at Mayo. Some experts are skeptical of the job projections.
by Annie Baxter

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Minn. iron ore producer 'bullish' on future

Cliffs Natural Resources discussed the company's flagging financial results for last year but sounded an upbeat note about this year at a meeting in Virginia Wednesday morning.
by Dan Kraker

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New study shows chemicals can reduce fish survival

New study shows chemicals can reduce fish survival

Tiny amounts of chemicals in Minnesota lakes might be having a big effect on some fish populations, according to two new studies by Minnesota researchers.
by Dan Gunderson

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Contentious frac sand mining hearings start at Capitol

Contentious frac sand mining hearings start at Capitol

Opponents of the new mining process packed a legislative hearing to urge Gov. Mark Dayton and state lawmakers to regulate the sand mining industry. But industry officials say such regulations will limit job growth and create unnecessary burdens on them.
by Tom Scheck

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Frac sand mining fissures exposed at Legislature

Frac sand mining fissures exposed at Legislature

For the past two years, cities and towns in southeastern Minnesota have been grappling with how to regulate frac sand mining. The debate over the issue is also creating some fault lines at the Capitol.
by Tom Scheck

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Frac sand mining raises environmental, health concerns in SE Minnesota

Frac sand mining raises environmental, health concerns in SE Minnesota

Minnesota's abundant supply of high-quality frac sand is causing some turmoil. Local governments in southeastern Minnesota are preparing for a number of new permit applications to build or expand mines and processing plants for the special silica sand. Many area residents are concerned about possible environmental or health impacts. Industry representatives say they are addressing the concerns, but some state officials are encouraging caution.
by Stephanie Hemphill

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Minn. trappers see boom year as fur prices rise

Minn. trappers see boom year as fur prices rise

Nearly 10,000 people bought trapping licenses this season in the state, more than any time in the past 25 years. The industry is controversial for some, and for others, a way of life.
by Tom Robertson

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Mayo expansion bill eases past 1st Capitol hurdle

Mayo expansion bill eases past 1st Capitol hurdle

A bill that would finance redevelopment around the Mayo Clinic's proposed expansion in Rochester is starting to move through the Legislature.
by Tom Scheck

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Mille Lacs hotel deal part of tribe diversification trend

Mille Lacs hotel deal part of tribe diversification trend

In seeking to expand its portfolio, the Mille Lacs Band has plenty of company. The economic growth of tribal nations and threats to Indian gambling revenues have propelled tribes around the country to expand beyond gaming in recent years.
by Conrad Wilson

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