Mining & Environmental News

St. Louis County Landfill Unveils Geothermal Field

VIRGINIA, Minn.-- St. Louis County's landfill got a new first-of-its kind technology in the state that creates new energy from garbage. A ribbon cutting was held today in Virginia at the site of the landfill's…

The Wildcat Sanctuary Expands by 120 Acres

SANDSTONE, Minn. -- The Wildcat Sanctuary in Sandstone is expanding its footprint by 120 acres. The adjacent land has always been on the eyes of executive director Tammy Thies. So, when she saw the for-sale sign pop up recently, she…

Great Lakes Outdoor Summit Takes Place at the DECC

DULUTH, Minn. -- An event for outdoor recreation enthusiasts took place at the DECC on Friday. The Duluth Area Outdoor Alliance hosted the Great Lakes Outdoor Summit. The summit draws in people from across the…

Fall Colors Are Poppin' Up The North Shore

LUTSEN, Minn. -- Every fall, thousands of people flock up north to take in the beauty of Northern Minnesota. "We had 5,000, this past weekend. We've had a lot of people coming up here, our…

2nd Annual Wisconsin Stormwater Week

SUPERIOR, Wis. -- It's the second annual Wisconsin Stormwater week. The week is all about spreading awareness of the sources of stormwater pollution. Wisconsin Land and Water is hosting webinars. And Tuesday they held one…

Minnesota Discovery Center Restores Pond

CHISHOLM, Minn.-- A new and improved way to enjoy the Minnesota Discovery Center is finally complete. Crews had to fix over forty years of wear and tear to restore it. And now, it's looking better…

Earl Hanson Fields Unveils New Hiking Trail

GRAND LAKE TOWNSHIP, Minn. -- For a year now, the Earl Hanson soccer field has catered to the disc golf lovers, and the soccer players alike. But now, there is a hidden gem discovered…

Minnesota Power To Build 2 New Solar Power Plants

Minnesota Power is expanding its solar footprint with plans to build two large solar projects in northern Minnesota. The Regal Solar project will be built near Royalton with 255,000 solar modules on about 800 acres. The Boswell Solar project will…

Erickson Orchards Opens Doors for Fall Season

  BAYFIELD, Wis.-- Despite the Bayfield Apple Festival happening right around the corner, apple orchards are taking advantage of the fall season in the meantime by opening their doors for guests. Before the Apple Fest,…

Hawk Weekend Takes Flight at Hawk Ridge

  DULUTH, Minn.-- This well-known birding spot is kicking off their most popular weekend of the year! Hawk weekend is catering to the bird enthusiasts in the Northland by celebrating one of the busiest migration…