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Economic Development · International Falls

Businesswoman returned to International Falls for family support and cheap rent

Jennifer VogelJennifer Vogel November 7, 2013, 7:00 AM Nov 7, 2013
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If International Falls succeeds in creating a more entrepreneurial culture, it will need more people like RaeAnne Conat. Read more →

International Falls

International Falls joining forces with Canada for regional tourism

Jennifer VogelJennifer Vogel October 29, 2013, 7:00 AM Oct 29, 2013
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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 →

Economic Development · International Falls

International Falls wants to capitalize on old foe, Voyageurs National Park

Jennifer VogelJennifer Vogel October 24, 2013, 9:46 AM Oct 24, 2013
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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 →

Economic Development · International Falls

Slow start to training ex-Boise workers in International Falls

Jennifer VogelJennifer Vogel October 21, 2013, 10:49 AM Oct 21, 2013
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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 →

Economic Development · International Falls

Company town, shrinking company: International Falls confronts its future

Jennifer VogelJennifer Vogel October 16, 2013, 8:00 AM Oct 16, 2013
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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 →

Economic Development · International Falls

“Go get it”: Trying to spur entrepreneurism in International Falls

Jennifer VogelJennifer Vogel October 11, 2013, 8:15 AM Oct 11, 2013
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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 →

Economic Development · Fighting for an American Countryside · International Falls

Shutdown slows International Falls response to layoffs

Dave PetersDave Peters October 10, 2013, 3:57 PM Oct 10, 2013
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When 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 →

Economic Development · Fighting for an American Countryside · International Falls

Brewery? Hydroponic gardening? Tourism? What might International Falls try?

Dave PetersDave Peters October 9, 2013, 9:59 AM Oct 9, 2013
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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 →

Economic Development · International Falls

In wake of Boise layoffs, Dayton to visit International Falls

Jennifer VogelJennifer Vogel October 8, 2013, 8:00 AM Oct 8, 2013
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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 →

Economic Development · International Falls

Last days for many at the Boise paper mill in International Falls

Jennifer VogelJennifer Vogel September 27, 2013, 6:01 AM Sep 27, 2013
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As layoffs loom at the Boise paper mill in International Falls, workers look for new jobs and retraining. Read more →

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