Tag: Mining
PolyMet Copper-Nickel Mine Gets Another Win In MN Courts.
The PolyMet copper-nickel mine received its final permit in late March of 2019 and PolyMet’s CEO, Jon Cherry expressed his excitement to “responsibly build...
Trump Administration Approves Federal Leases to Create Jobs and Stimulate MN...
The US Department of the Interior has finally approved two major federal mineral leases that come as a major win for Twin Metal, who...
Minnesota’s First Ever Copper-Nickel Mine Receives Final Permit, Project Moves Forward
Jon Cherry, president and CEO of PolyMet said he is excited to “responsibly build and operate a copper-nickel-precious metals mine within the world-class Duluth...
Stauber Joins Nolan In Last Minute Push To Pass Mining Bill
Congressman-elect Pete Stauber may not be in Washington D.C. yet, but he’s already going to bat for mining jobs in northern Minnesota.
Before lawmakers head...
Trump Admin Lifts Obama-Era Restrictions On Mineral Exploration Near BWCA
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has removed Obama-era restrictions on mineral leasing near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness in Northern Minnesota.
In...
New Study: Environmentally Responsible Mining Would “Unearth Prosperity” In Minnesota
GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. - Minnesota is a “treasure trove of mineral resources” and environmentally responsible mining could add billions to the state’s economy, according...
Paulsen Breaks With Republicans on Mining Ban
WASHINGTON - The U.S. House voted Thursday to overturn a temporary ban on mining in northern Minnesota put in place by the Obama administration....
Nolan Joins With Top GOP Leaders To Advance Mining
MOUNTAIN IRON, Minn. - Rep. Rick Nolan (DFL-MN8) hosted 19 top Republican lawmakers including Rep. Tom Emmer (R-MN6) as he led them on a...
Ivanka Trump’s New Home Has Interesting Minnesota Ties
WASHINGTON -- Twin Metals Minnesota is front and center in the latest Trump family news.
The Wall Street Journal reports Senior Advisor and daughter...
Iron Range Residents Sue Governor Dayton
VIRGINIA, MN - On February 21, 2017, a lawsuit was filed against Governor Mark Dayton and the State of Minnesota by seven Iron Range...