Jennifer VogelIf International Falls succeeds in creating a more entrepreneurial culture, it will need more people like RaeAnne Conat. Read more →
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International Falls
Some in International Falls want to partner with cities and parks on the Canadian side of the international border to draw tourists and diversify the local jobs base. Read more →
After decades of animosity between Voyageurs National Park and the city of International Falls, some local people want to promote tourism in the park. Read more →
Connecting displaced Boise workers with training at Rainy River Community College isn’t easy. A mine safety class was recently cancelled when few people signed up. Read more →
The people of northern Minnesota city of International Falls are trying to diversify the local economy without upsetting the city’s paper mill and largest employer. Read more →
In the wake of layoffs at the Boise paper mill in International Falls, locals are trying to create an atmosphere that encourages small businesses. Read more →
Dave PetersWhen layoffs were announced at the paper mill that is the economic mainstay of International Falls, residents established an economic response team focused in three areas. But the initial step of seeking $550,000 in federal money to help has been stymied by the federal government shutdown. Read more →
International Falls residents suggest tourism, a brewery, hydroponic gardening, entrepreneurship and more as means to reinvent their community in the wake of paper mill job cuts. Read more →
Governor Mark Dayton will visit International Falls tomorrow to find out how he can help in the wake of major layoffs at the Boise paper mill and an announced sale of the plant. Read more →
As layoffs loom at the Boise paper mill in International Falls, workers look for new jobs and retraining. Read more →