Mining & Environmental News

Tribute Trees Planted

SUPERIOR WI. -- The Tribute Tree Program made its rounds in Superior Tuesday morning. 16 trees were planted throughout the city. The trees give the chance to remember a loved one or celebrate accomplishments…

WLSSD Kick Starts First Community Clean-Out Day

DULUTH, Minn. -- Confused on where to throw what appliance where or do you house hazardous materials like unused cleaning products, paint, or alkaline batteries? Saturday, Western Lake Superior Sanitary District held a free community clean-out…

New, Greener Pellet Plant Opens In Keewatin

KEEWATIN, Minn. -- There's a new $150-million pellet production plant In Keewatin. The new pellets contain less silica and more iron ore than traditional iron-ore pellets. Work began on the new U.S. Steel plant…

USAF Thunderbirds Land in Duluth Ahead of Airshow

DULUTH, Minn. -- The United States Air Force Thunderbirds have landed in Duluth ahead of the big air show this weekend. The 15th Duluth Airshow is just about ready for take off. This weekend's headliner,…

Friends Of The Lakewalk Host Clean-Up In Duluth

DULUTH, Minn. -- A local volunteer group is helping keep Duluth clean. Friends of the Lakewalk hosted a clean-up Wednesday. They partnered with the UMD Enrollment Management for a total of about 40 volunteers.…

Prescribed Burns Begin In Superior National Forest

Prescribed burning began Sunday in the Superior National Forest, north of Ely. Officials said the burning helps reduce hazardous fuel build-up and lowers the risk of intense wildfires. The process helps forest health and…