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Located in northeastern Minnesota, the LaurentianChamber of Commerce serves the quad cities of Eveleth,Gilbert, Mountain Iron, Virginia and surrounding areas.This close-knit community’s rich history, limitless recre-ational opportunities, exceptional education and health-
care, diverse retail finds, and strong business and industry havecontributed to its popularity among tourists and locals alike formore than a century.
A wealth of attractions are offeredby the four cities, which are part ofSt. Louis County. The U.S.Hockey Hall of Fame is located inEveleth along with “The BigStick” (the world’s largest free-standing hockey stick and puck).Minnesota’s first off-highway vehi-cle recreation area can be found inGilbert, which is also home to sce-nic Lake Ore-be-gone. MountainIron, known as the “TaconiteCapital of the World,” offers spec-tacular views of nature, includingthat of the Mesabi Range.Virginia, known for its rich mininghistory and beautiful lakes and parks, is host to Mineview in theSky, a 20-story overlook offering broad views of some of the deep-est mines in the area. All four cities have direct access to theMesabi Trail, which offers an abundance of nature and outdoorexperiences.
In addition to recreation, history and natural beauty, quality edu-cational opportunities exist in the Laurentian Chamber area. Bothpublic and private schools offer instruction for students fromkindergarten through grade 12. Located on the historic MesabiIron Range, Mesabi Range Community and Technical Collegeprovides students with opportunities to choose from a variety ofassociate degrees along with technical and career diplomas andcertificates. Unparalleled healthcare is also a priority. The
Virginia Regional MedicalCenter is one of the largerhealthcare facilities in thearea, providing primary, sec-ondary, and specialty referralservices. Furthermore, theLaurentian Chamber areaoffers a large selection ofphysicians and specializedpractices, home healthcareand numerous other medicalservices.
Presenting natural beauty,excellent education andhealthcare, unboundedrecreation and a strong his-
tory, the cities served by the Laurentian Chamber of Commercehave much to offer. With all there is to see and do, this region isan appealing and inviting place for all. Welcome! d
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This is a Village Profile Publication created and produced for theLaurentian Chamber of Commerce403 First Street North • Virginia, MN 55792Phone: 218-741-2717 • Fax: 218-749-4913Web site: www.laurentianchamber.orgE-mail: [email protected]
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President & Publisher Daniel M. NugaraExecutive Vice President Joseph C. Nugara, Sr.Director Business Operations Michael D. NugaraVice President Gordy SwinehartAcquisition Manager Alan ZahringerProject Sales Manager Barry KenisProject Coordinator Jodie StackowiakProduction Manager Ramon A. Perez, Jr.Creative Director Sarah M. KavanaghGraphic Production Michael Addyman, Sr.Ad Production Director Stefanie MikutisAd Coordinator Supervisor Sue MatukasAd Production Coordinator Kay NissenWriter Nora McVittiePhotographer Doug AspCover Photos Mesabi Daily News
CONTENTSCommunity Introduction 4Chamber Welcome 6History 8Transportation & Location 9Tourism 10Residential Living 12Recreation 16Arts & Entertainment 17
Education 18Shopping 19Business & Industry 20Healthcare 24Government 26Worship 26Membership Directory 27Index of Advertisers 33
The Laurentian Chamber of Commerce isproud to offer this Community Profile andMembership Directory to individuals andbusinesses considering our area for traveland relocation.
The Laurentian Chamber recognizes that a keyelement in the strength of our cities lies witheach individual and business in our community.The willingness of people and businesses to worktogether and become involved builds invaluable relationshipsthat help maintain the health and quality of life in our area.
As national and international corporations continue their interest andcommitment in locating facilities in and around our area, the futureeconomic landscape holds a wide range of new employment opportunities:a diversified, educated workforce, and further growth among our communities.The Laurentian Chamber is excited to be on the forefront of this growthand will continue to identify opportunities to serve business, industrialand civic interest in our region.
I hope you find the information in this directory helpful whenconsidering us for your next community or vacation destination!
Jim CurriePresident/CEOLaurentian Chamber of Commerce
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The four cities served by theLaurentian Chamber have a sharedpast that revolves around a greatnatural discovery – iron ore.Eveleth, Gilbert, Mountain Iron and
Virginia are among a group of townsstretching across the low rolling hills of theMesabi Iron Range, one of the world’s best-known sources of iron ore. United by theirmining origins, each city also has a distinctand fascinating history of its own to tell.
EvelethThe beginnings of Eveleth began with thediscovery of ore deposits and the formationof the Adams Mining Company. On April22, 1893 the first map of the village ofEveleth was filed with the Register ofDeeds, which reported a population of 200residents. (The name of Eveleth was adopt-ed in honor of Erwin Eveleth, a timbercruiser who owned land upon which thecity is now located.) In 1902 the city wasincorporated, and City Hall was constructedin 1906. Today, Eveleth’s population isapproximately 4,000, and mining continuesto be a main source of business.Additionally, Eveleth has five sites on theNational Register of Historic Sites and hasprovided six members of U.S. Olympichockey teams.
GilbertOriginally named Sparta and situated near amining location that began in 1892, relo-cated to make way for iron ore mining.Simply taking the name of the nearestgroup of mines – Gilbert – the town movednear the city of Virginia and was incorpo-rated into a village in 1908. The road thatis now Broadway (State Highway 37) wasoriginally built from pine trees growing in
Gilbert, and was at once part of a twenty-eight-mile boardwalk connecting the east-ern Mesabi Range towns. Additionally,Gilbert was the eastern boundary of theMesabi Electric Railway, an interurbanstreetcar line that ran from Gilbert to thetown of Hibbing. Recently, the city ofGilbert reclaimed the historical landmarkLake Ore-be-gone, which was the result ofnatural flooding from three local iron oremines. With an approximate population of1,900, Gilbert continues to develop andgrow, and in 2008 will be proudly celebrat-ing its 100th year.
Mountain IronNamed for the Mountain Iron Mine, it washere in 1890 that Leonidas Merritt discov-ered iron ore. This is considered to be theorigin of iron ore mining on the MesabiIron Range. In August, Mountain Iron cele-brates this event with the annual “Leonidas
Merritt Days Festival,” and a two-and-a-halfton, 10-foot high statue of Merritt stands inthe heart of the city. A source of pride,Mountain Iron is known as “The TaconiteCapital of the World.” Taconite, an iron-bearing rock, became viewed as a newresource once the supply of natural orebegan to decrease. A process was developedto create Taconite pellets, and Minnesota’siron ore mining industry was saved.Because of that, mining continues to beMountain Iron’s central industry. CurrentlyMinnesota’s third-largest city in geographicalsize, Mountain Iron, with a population of3,500, carries forward with its proudmining tradition.
VirginiaThe history of Virginia, “Queen City of theNorth,” began with mining explorations.Settlers first came to the area in 1890 andin 1895, it was incorporated as the first cityon the Iron Range. Both iron ore miningand lumber milling were lucrative businessesfor Virginia, and at one time the city washome to both the largest white pine mill inthe world and the biggest ore-producingmine. Surviving two fires (one in 1893and one in 1900), Virginia perseveredand currently has fifteen buildings on theNational Register of Historic Places.Virginia’s population has varied throughoutthe years. In 1895, approximately 1,000people lived in the city. The population hadreached 5,000 before the fire of 1900, anddecreased to 2,900 shortly afterward. Nowwith an estimated population of 9,100,Virginia, proudly located at the heart of theIron Range and centered around theTaconite industry, continues to flourish.
For further information on the history ofthe communities served by the LaurentianChamber of Commerce, please visithttp://laurentianchamber.org/info/history.htm. d
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Situated in northeastern Minnesota, the LaurentianChamber of Commerce is conveniently located near majorcities and airports. The Chamber and its communities lieapproximately three hours north of Minneapolis/St. Paul,one hour north of Duluth, and 100 miles south of the
Canadian border. Geographically ideal, the quad cities are sur-rounded by nature yet have easy access to many modes of trans-portation. Eveleth is four miles south of Virginia and is served byU.S. Highway 53, which runs north and south. Gilbert is situatednear State Highways 135 and 37, and is only three miles from U.S.Highway 53. The eastern edge of Mountain Iron and the westernedge of Virginia share the U.S. Highway 53 corridor, and both areserved by U.S. Highway 169 as well. Additionally, the quad citiesare located just sixty miles from U.S. Interstate 35.
Airport FacilitiesWhether a pilot or a passenger, there are a multitude of optionswhen it comes to airports. The Eveleth/Virginia Airport has animpressive facility featuring a large conference room, rental cars,charter aircraft, and much more. The airport offers tie-downs, jetfuel and refueling services. Scenic rides are also available.Chisholm-Hibbing Airport is a short 30-minute trip southwestfrom the Laurentian Chamber area. It has 28 flights departing per
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Truck LinesFour interstate regular-route, heavy specialized carriers and freightcompanies have terminals in the Virginia area and deliver to themajor metropolitan centers around the United States. Flexiblerates and a speedy delivery time contribute to the growth ofMinnesota’s trucking industry.
Rail ServiceRail service is provided by the Duluth, Winnipeg and PacificRailway (DWP); the Duluth, Mesabi and Iron Range Railway(DMIR); and the Burlington Northern and Santa Fe Railway(BNSF). Major connections are with the Canadian National;Chicago and Northwestern; Milwaukee Road; Soo Line; and theMinnesota, Dakota and Western Railway.
Bus and Taxi ServicesPublic transportation in the quad cities is efficient and readilyavailable. Arrowhead Transit buses serve the residents of St. LouisCounty. Their mission statement is “…to provide affordable, safe,accessible public transportation in support of independent livingand an increased quality of life for the people of NortheasternMinnesota.” In Virginia, taxi services are available as well as thelocal Dial-A-Ride service. Lorenz Lines offers regular motor coach,passenger and package express service daily to Minneapolisthrough Hibbing and Grand Rapids.
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DiningThere are many dining options in the Laurentian Chamberarea that offer a variety of cuisines, diverse atmospheres, andprices to fit any budget. With a choice of intimate bistros, ban-quet halls, family restaurants, coffee shops and pubs, the quadcities have it all! Specialties of the region include smokedmeats and fish, hearty stews and homemade soups, old-worldbreads, apple strudel, and chicken kiev. Among the numerousrestaurants to choose from are Adventures Restaurant & Pub,Timbers Restaurant at The Lodge at Giants Ridge, Grandma’sSaloon & Grill, K & B Drive In, La Cocina & Cantina, NorthGate Café, Sawmill Saloon & Restaurant, The Whistling BirdCafé & Bar and much more.
LodgingLodging is abundant in the quad cities. Whether traveling onbusiness or pleasure, there are safe, comfortable accommoda-tions in a variety of locations. From simple lodgings with basicamenities to modern and luxurious suites, there is somethingfor everyone’s tastes.
For those driving RVs or camping, Gilbert is home to the WestForty RV Park. It has plenty of conveniences including easyoff-road access to the Iron Range OHV & ATV Park as well.Gilbert is also home to the Sherwood Forest Campground andthe West Forty RV Park, offering seasonal parking for RVs andcamper setups. Another option is the West Two RiversCampground, located in Mountain Iron.
Hotels and motels are plentiful in the area as well.Eveleth hosts the award-winning Super 8 hotel, locatedon U.S. Highway 53 and central to all attractions. InMountain Iron, one can find the AmericInn Lodge &Suites, conveniently located across from the ThunderbirdMall in Virginia. The Coates Plaza Hotel is located in theheart of downtown Virginia, and offers top-notch diningand meeting facilities. The Lakeshor Motor Inn, withinwalking distance of numerous restaurants and entertain-ment venues, is located between two beautiful lakes inhistoric downtown Virginia. On a budget? Visit theBudget Host Motel, located midway between Evelethand Virginia and close to all attractions. The Pine ViewInn, located on the north edge of Virginia, is near thehospital, a bike trail, and golf course.
AttractionsThe Iron Range has a fascinating cultural heritage.Immigrants from over 40 countries have brought a wealthof traditions to the region, contributing to many histori-cal and cultural sites. One such site is the VirginiaHeritage Museum, which consists of a Finnish log houseand a depression-era tourist cabin. Other exhibits depictthe Virginia and Rainy Lake Sawmill Company, Virginia’sfires of 1893 and 1900 and the interurban electric system.
Located on the south edge of Virginia off U.S. Highway53, Mineview in the Sky is a 20-story overlook offeringvisitors a panoramic view of the area’s deepest mines. Thefocus of the view is the open pit mine, which is nearlythree miles long, a half-mile wide and 450 feet deep. Alsoon-site are a 45-ton rail car, a 100-ton production truck,a children’s playground and a visitor information center.
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Downtown Eveleth is home to “The Big Stick”(the world’s largest free-standing hockey stickand puck). The stick weighs 10,000 pounds (fivetons) and is 110 feet long. It was featured inWorld’s Largest: a Documentary About SmallTowns with Big Things. The United StatesHockey Hall of fame, also in Eveleth, has dis-plays and memorabilia depicting the significantcontributions of players, coaches, referees andother important figures in the sport.
Other attractions in the area include theGreyhound Bus Origin Museum, HeritageHomestead Tours, the Hibbing Historical Societyand Museum, the International Wolf Center, theIron Ore Miner Memorial, the Iron RangeHistorical Society Museum, the MinnesotaMuseum of Mining and many more.
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The Coates Plaza Hotel is proud to extend to you a warm atmosphere of style andcomfort. Our northern Minnesota location in the heart of downtownVirginia is the
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An outstanding quality of life is afforded toresidents of the Laurentian Chamber’squad cities. Excellent schools and medicalcenters, affordable housing, and innumer-able recreational and cultural opportuni-
ties are abundant. For nearly a decade, Minnesotahas been ranked as one of the top two America’s“Most Livable State,” by Morgan Quitno Press,which also ranked Minnesota as the third-healthi-est state in the country. It’s no surprise that peopleare proud to call this home.
According to the Minnesota Department of Tradeand Economic Development, more Minnesotansthan ever own their homes. Rentals account forone out of four occupied housing units inMinnesota, while property owners occupy almost75 percent of housing. The high rate of ownership,seen especially in northeastern Minnesota, isattributed to affordability and the availabilityof living-wage jobs.
Homes in the quad cities accommodate a variety oflifestyles and budgets. Modest and well-maintainedolder structures are available in the original resi-dential areas, and more expansive lots and homesin newer developments with roomy lakeside lots arealso plentiful. Area apartment buildings range from
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simple units to expansive developments and offer a vari-ety of accommodations and rental prices suitable for all.
The total year-round single family dwelling average in2003 was 4,338 with an average value of $48,947.Approximately 63 percent are owner occupied.(Source: Virginia Economic Development Authority.)
There are a number of good real estate firms servicingthe area, many of them belonging to the NationalAssociation of Realtors and with National affiliation.The Housing and Redevelopment Authority haslocations in Eveleth, Gilbert and Virginia and isavailable to serve a variety of housing needs. Thecommunities take pride in an emphasis on housingfor senior citizens, and the Diamond Willow AssistedLiving of Mountain Iron and the Elder ServicesNetwork, also of Mountain Iron, are prepared tomeet those needs.
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With outstanding recreational facilities and vastexpanses of natural beauty, the areas served by theLaurentian Chamber of Commerce are a must-see atany time of year. Gorgeous lakes and skies, millionsof acres of forests, easy access to wildlife and nature,
a fascinating history and helpful hosts are part of what make thisarea of northeastern Minnesota so great.
Two of the region’s state parks offer differentperspectives of iron mining on the IronRange. A visit to the Soudan UndergroundMine State Park takes visitors on a half-miletrip into the earth via elevator and train toexperience first-hand how it felt to be aminer who worked daily in an undergroundmine. Most iron mines in the area eventuallyconverted their underground mines to stripmining operations, and the Hill Annex MineState Park offers an excellent example of this“open pit” mining experience. The result ofnatural flooding from three local mines,Lake Ore-be-Gone in Gilbert is a havenfor water-skiers, swimmers, fishers and scubadivers. With boat landings, docks, and picnic areas,there is much to enjoy.
The Iron Range is one of the most scenic hiking destinations inthe Midwest. There are over 175 miles of hiking trails anduntouched wilderness. Whether an avid hiker or a casual walker,there are trails to fulfill everyone’s adventures. Among things tosee while traversing the trail are soaring eagles, river gorges, andthree-hundred-year-old white pine trees. The area is home to 155nesting birds and 40 species of wildlife, and it is not uncommonto sight a moose! Popular casual recreation trails include Bear
Head Lake State Park, Big Aspen Recreation Area, McCarthyBeach State Park, Laurentian Divide, Lookout Mountain, GiantsRidge, and Carey Lake. The Mesabi Trail offers a variety of out-door experiences from walking, hiking, biking, skating, skiing,snow-shoeing and in some areas snowmobiling. Traversing through25 communities and currently spanning 70 miles, Eveleth, Gilbert,Mountain Iron, and Virginia all have direct and easy entry points.The trail also offers access to swimming, canoeing, camping andfishing.
For winter activities, curling, skiing, snowboarding, and snow-shoeing are readily available. The Midwest’s best-rated skidestination, Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort, is located here.With 34 alpine runs and exceptional facilities, it has everythingone would need for winter fun. Another popular sport inMinnesota is snowmobiling, and the Iron Range offers more than2,000 miles of excellent snowmobile trails. With an average snow-fall of over 100 inches and an extensive amount of tree cover onthe trails, the Iron Range’s paths open earlier in the season andstay open longer than most areas in Minnesota. Beyond a doubt, it
is a snowmobiler’s dream come true!
Some of the Midwest’s best golfing is also located here. GolfDigest ranked The Quarry at Giants Ridge Golf & Ski Resort“The Number One Public Golf Course in Minnesota” andThe Legend was ranked number four in Minnesota.Golfweek also ranked The Quarry number one in Minnesota.Giants Ridge was also named “One of the Top Six GolfDestinations in the World” by Golf World magazine. Thereare many courses to choose from in the area includingEveleth Municipal Golf Course, Hoyt Lakes Golf Course,Mesaba Country Club, The Legend at Giants Ridge, TheQuarry at Giants Ridge, Virginia Golf Course, WolfridgeGolf Course and The Wilderness at Fortune Bay.
Fishing is another popular sport in the area. There areoutstanding opportunities for both shore and boat fishing.Plentiful are walleye, bass, crappie, muskie, northern pike, andrainbow, brook and lake trout. Fishing guides are available atselected lakes and resorts.
In addition to the all of the above, movie theaters, bowling alleys,a casino and much more are located in or near the LaurentianChamber area.
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ENTERTAINMENT
The communities served by the Laurentian Chamberoffer a variety of venues for culture, entertainmentand learning. There are many historic sites to visit,including Bob Dylan’s childhood home, the FinnishHomestead tours, Eli Wirtanen Farm, Iron Range
Research and Genealogy Center, and Paulucci SpaceTheater. The region’s premier history center is IronworldDiscovery Center, which is a museum that preserves andinterprets the history of Iron Range mining and immigration.A vintage trolley offers visitors rides to a former mininglocation, and for those interested in research, extensive localhistory and genealogy collections are available from the IronRange Research Center’s distinguished library and archives.
There are many more venues in the Iron Range area offeringan array of experiences. Eveleth is home to the RangeRecreation Civic Center the area’s newest state-of-the-artcurling club and host to a variety of banquets, conventionsand recreational activities. The Range RecreationCivic Center hosted the 2007 World Junior CurlingChampionships. Additional sites provide many interactiveexhibits. Visitors can take trolley rides, view Imax Theatrefilms on a forty-foot high dome, get behind the wheel of a1950s Greyhound bus or even touch Judy Garland’s piano!
Public libraries are abundant as well. Collections includefiction and non-fiction books, magazines, books on cassetteand DVD, VHS tapes, DVDs, reference materials, specialMinnesota collections, repair manuals, computer gamesand newspapers. Services offered to patrons include publiccomputers with Internet availability, fax machines, copierand printer services and interlibrary loan requests. ThePublic Library at the city of Eveleth, the Gilbert PublicLibrary and Mountain Iron are served by the ArrowheadLibrary System, whose mission is “to deliver highlyresponsive and accessible library service to its memberlibraries and people of the region through a collaborativenetwork of coordinated programs.” The Virginia PublicLibrary is aided by the Virginia Public Library Commission.
There are many events occurring in the quad cities and surround-ing areas throughout the year. Summer events in Gilbert includea spectacular 4th of July parade and street dance. There is alsothe Sherwood Forest Days Festival, which features two days ofcommunity activities and fishing contests. In August, the city ofMountain Iron hosts the annual Leonidas Merritt Days Festival tocelebrate the area’s tradition of mining. Olcott Park in Virginia ishome to the Land of the Loon Ethnic Arts and Crafts Festival,which celebrates the culture and customs of the diverse peoplewho have settled in northeastern Minnesota. To experience thetradition of polka on Minnesota’s Iron Range, there is the yearlyPolkafest, which brings visitors from miles around.
For a complete list of all there is to see and do,visit www.ironrange.org/attractions. d
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Exceptional educational opportunities exist withinthe Laurentian Chamber area, offering instructionfrom preschool through the post-secondary level.Minnesota boasts the fourth-highest graduation ratein the nation, and its K – 12 academic scores are
second highest in the nation. Students have greater accessto computers than 45 other states, and K – 12 scores innortheastern Minnesota are higher than average.
Area preschools and kindergartens include AEOAHeadstart and Chicagami Children’s Development Center.With a combined commitment toward academic excel-lence, diverse extra-curricular activities and life-longlearning, three public school districts exist to accommodateelementary and secondary grade schools. These includeEveleth/Gilbert School District 2154, Mountain Iron/BuhlSchool District 712 and Virginia School District 706.Additionally, the Laurentian Environmental Center offersscience-based school programs and outdoor recreationalactivities both during the school year and in the summer.
Parochial schooling is available in the area as well,consisting of Marquette Catholic School, New LifeChristian School and Range Christian Academy. Theseschools offer quality education, low teacher-to-studentratios and a faith-based learning environment.
Mesabi Range Community and Technical College—providing students with opportunities to choose fromtwo-year degrees and technical and career diplomas andcertificates—has campuses both in Eveleth and Virginia.Accounting, Agriculture, American Indian Studies, Art,Astrophysics, Biology, Business, Computer Science,Criminology/Criminal Justice, Pre-Dentistry, Education,Pre-Engineering, Forestry/Natural Resources, HumanServices, Pre-Law, Pre-Medicine and Social Work are justa few of the many two-year transferable degree programsavailable. Top-quality career and certificate programs areprovided in areas such as Automotive Technician,Carpentry, Fire-Suppression Technician, Masonry,Practical Nursing and Welding.
Please visit http://laurentianchamber.org/community/education.htm and http://www.mr.mnscu.edu/ formore information about education in the LaurentianChamber area. d
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From specialty and antiques stores to modern shoppingmalls, the quad cities of the Laurentian Chamber haveit all. Shops are abundant with unique, handcrafted andethnic items particular to the region and contemporaryclothing, sports-gear and other merchandise as well.
One-of-a-kind stores with fabulous gifts, souvenirs, candy,coffee, sporting needs, jewelry and cards include Big TimberCoffee Co., Canelakes Candies, Olde Country’s Home &Garden Showplace, Range Office Supply, Spring CreekOutfitters, Shoes & Things, Silver Lake Floral, Virginia Floraland White Drug. Here you can sample tasty treats, find specialgifts, or purchase specialty items exclusive to the Iron Range.
A variety of shopping needs can be met at any of the areamalls. Irongate Mall, Plaza 53 West and Thunderbird Mall areall in or near the Laurentian Chamber area. Stores here offera host of services from spa treatments to tire changes.Retailers at the four malls include Super One Foods,Anderson Auto Service, Bath & Body Works, Big K-Mart,Claire’s, Herberger’s, Curves Fitness, Radio Shack, Sears,Blockbuster, Woodland Wireless and Regis Hairstylists amongmany others.
Planning a shopping excursion in the Laurentian Chamberarea or just want to see more of what’s offered?Please visit http://www.irontrail.org/about/shopping/ orhttp://www.thunderbirdmall.com/. d
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& INDUSTRY
Because of vast natural reserves, much industry in the quadcities revolves around mining, forest products, and newlydiscovered resources. For over 100 years, iron ore mininghas provided thousands of well-paying jobs for people in thearea. The mining industry continues to hold strong because
of the discovery of Taconite (an iron-bearingrock). Found in large deposits in recent years,other minerals such as copper, nickel andprecious metals are also being looked at forpotential commercialization. The timberindustry contributes to the regional economy aswell. New innovations, such as the harnessingof wind energy and a clean coal gasificationtechnology will create a positive economic andenvironmental impact for residents of north-eastern Minnesota and the entire state.
Northeastern Minnesota is rapidly becomingone of the most technologically-equipped rural areas in the nation.Technology centers, high-tech industrial parks, training programsand an extensive telecommunications infrastructure are among thelist of efforts to equip the region for this new economy. Companiessuch as Northwest Airlines and Carlson Wagonlit Travel/SATOTravel have discovered that the region’s quality of life, dedicatedworkforce and business development incentives combine to form anideal operating environment. Technology centers, offering hi-speedInternet connections, computer labs, and business support servicesare beginning to emerge in the area as well. Existing technologycenters include the Itasca Technology Exchange and Ely AreaTechnology Center, and over 10 more technology centers areplanned for the future.
There are tax-free business opportunities in Minnesota. Under thenew Minnesota Job Opportunity Building Zones (JOBZ) program,34 communities and 58 sub-zones on 3,271 acres across northeast-ern Minnesota have been given this special designation. A widevariety of industrial sites and existing buildings in this area offergrowing and expanding businesses the opportunity to substantiallybenefit from tax exemptions until the end of 2015.
Northeastern Minnesota is well-known for its highly skilled,educated and productive employees. Turnover rate is low, and theregion has become a draw for companies looking for outstandingemployees. Labor statistics in northeastern Minnesota show aneducated workforce. 91 percent of Minnesotans have a high schooleducation or above, 17 percent have earned bachelor degrees and50 percent are professionally certified or licensed (source: Bureauof Business & Economic Research UMD School of Business andEconomics). A 2005 study from the Minnesota Department ofEmployment and Economic Development found that regionalemployment is divided as follows: Health Care and SocialAssistance – 20.6 percent; Retail Trade – 12.9 percent;
Educational Services – 9.4 percent;Manufacturing – 8 percent; PublicAdministration – 7.1 percent; Mining –2.7 percent.
Top employers in the area include BlueCross and Blue Shield of Minnesota,United States Steel Corportation, WoodlineManufacturing, Inc., Minnesota Power,Belcorp and Premier Plastics.
The Laurentian Chamber of Commerceis a not-for-profit organization made of over325 members representing business/industry
throughout the quad cities and surrounding communities. TheChamber plays an important role in community partnershipsand is an advocate for business civic, and industrial interests.The Chamber is also an information and referral center servingbusinesses in Eveleth, Gilbert, Mountain Iron, Virginia andsurrounding communities.
Contact information for the Laurentian Chamber of Commerce:403 First Street North,Virginia, MN 55792 , Phone: 218-741-2717E-mail: mailto:[email protected]: http://laurentianchamber.org/
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According to a new
report from the Pew
Research Internet &
American Life
Project Survey, a
third of Internet users have accessed
information wirelessly at home, at
work, or while “out and about.”
Wireless devices with which people
have logged onto the Internet include
laptop computers, PDAs, web-enabled
cell phones and smartphones (i.e.,
BlackBerrys, Treos).
The Pew survey results indicated that
a quarter of all Internet users have a
cell phone that connects to the inter-
net wirelessly; one in eight use PDAs
to make that wireless connection. Some
40 percent of Internet users under age
30 who connect to the Internet via
laptop computer do so wirelessly;
another 40 percent use their web-
enabled cell phones; and 17 percent
use wireless PDAs.
The “New Convergence” 2007
At the 2007 Las Vegas Consumer
Electronics Show, Gary Shapiro,
president and CEO of the Consumer
Electronics Association (CEA), spoke
about the “new convergence” taking
place, forecasting that the consumer
electronics industry will soar to $155
billion in 2007.
“Everything is becoming digital and
everything with a digital heartbeat will
get connected,” said Ed Zander, presi-
dent and CEO of Motorola. “It truly is
the Internet in your pocket.”
Converged communcations, mobile
media, wireless, WiFi, WAP — the
runaway train hurdling through the
digital frontier shows no signs of
slowing down; marketers are jumping
on board at every stop.
The World is Going Mobile
The 24/7, worldwide connectivity
available through these new technolo-
gies reiterates what we already know:
we’re going mobile in almost every
aspect of their lives. Consumers are
spending less time with traditional
media; businesses are seeking ways to
reach those consumers through new
media.
For example, Gen Y young adults,
(ages 18-26) spend 25 percent less time
watching TV than Gen X, and 50
percent less time than Baby Boomers.
It’s predicted that well over $500
billion LESS will be spent on network
television advertising this year.
ABI Research found that by 2011,
some 250 million users will be making
and receiving phone calls over con-
verged fixed-mobile networks and
access points — around 10 percent
of households and 8 percent of
enterprises. In 2006, North America
achieved 93.2 percent wireless
subscriber penetration.
An Internet Week survey found that
traffic, gas prices and irritation with
waiting in line are driving consumers
to spend more time shopping online
than ever before.
Another report indicates that 87
percent of consumers research
products online prior to making a
purchase. Consistently growing
numbers of older adult consumers
are regularly buying products online.
One in 10 consumers internationally
now buys products and services
through their cell phones. The onset
of greater imaging capabilities
through cell phones and other wireless
handhelds will also boost sales.
Nokia’s new Ad Service will help
advertisers target messages through
mobile services and applications.
A Nokia spokesman noted that, “as
advertisers struggle to reach personalized
targeting with traditional media such
as print and TV, mobile advertising is
becoming an increasingly attractive
channel for brands.”
Technology is so advanced that, as the
CEO of Acuity Mobile points out, ads
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St. Mary’s/Duluth Clinic Health System andFairview University Medical Center-Mesabiare the two major healthcare systems servingthe northeastern Minnesota region. There arealso many private-practice physicians located
in smaller clinics as well as many metropolitan-basedspecialists. Dentistry and orthodontic clinics are avail-able in almost every community in the region and psy-chiatric care, chiropractic clinics and chemicaldependency clinics are also easily accessible through-out the region.
St. Mary’s/Duluth Clinic Health System (SMDC)encompasses 20 clinics, four hospitals, and an array ofspecialty care facilities. SMDC’s medical team of morethan 392 physicians and 200 allied health careproviders work with an experienced staff of over 6,210to provide primary care, specialty services, and medicaltechnology to families in their own communities.Nationally recognized heart centers operated bySMDC are located in Virginia and neighboringDuluth, Minnesota.
Fairview Health Services offers a broad spectrum ofhealthcare from family practice to transplant services.Fairview University Medical Center-Mesabi, MesabiClinics and HealthLine form a full healthcare networkfor northeastern Minnesota. Fairview Range RegionalHealth Services connect communities in northeasternMinnesota to top-quality physicians and staff utilizing
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the latest technology and equipment. Fairviewclinics are located in Mountain Iron the nearbycommunities of Chisholm, Hibbing and Nashwauk.
Area hospitals provide the most current diagnostictechnologies and equipment. Hub hospitals such asthe Virginia Regional Medical Center and FairviewUniversity Medical Center in Hibbing are connectedto a broad network of community-based medicalfacilities throughout the region. Local physiciansand patients can easily access major metropolitanhospitals such as the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, theUniversity of Minnesota in the Twin Cities, andDuluth’s Miller-Dwan Medical Center, St. Luke’sMedical Center and St. Mary’s/Duluth Clinic.
For more information about healthcare in theLaurentian Chamber of Commerce area andneighboring communities, please contact thechamber. d
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The cities of Eveleth, Gilbert, Mountain Ironand Virginia are each governed by their ownpublicly-elected city council members andmayor. Police, fire and 911 emergency serv-ices are available to the residents of each
community. The safety and well-being of citizensresiding in the quad cities is of utmost importance,and it is reflected by the superior services offered.
Eveleth has a fully-staffed police department, a vol-unteer fire department and a paid-on-call ambu-lance service. Gilbert also serves its residents withpolice and fire protection. Mountain Iron workswith the St. Louis County Sheriff ’s Office to pro-vide quality law enforcement that meets the needsof its citizens. Additionally, Mountain Iron offersprograms such as the Bike Safety Rodeo and
D.A.R.E. It is also in the process of developing acrime prevention program with two deputiestrained as crime specialists. Virginia’s fire depart-ment offers dedicated and highly educated cross-trained personnel who work 24-hour shifts toensure rapid response and quality service. Their firedepartment employs 22 firefighters and paramedicsand houses eleven fire, EMS, and special rescuevehicles. They work in conjunction with theVirginia Regional Medical Center, maintainingthree Advanced Life Support ambulances servingVirginia and neighboring communities.
The quad cities offer other departments and groupsimplemented to assist residents. These include theVirginia Human Rights Commission, HumanResources and Safety, Neighborhood Watch. d
There are many places of worship located within theLaurentian Chamber area, accommodating a range of faithsand denominations. In addition to offering regular servicesand religious education, many congregations participate inoutreach programs, food pantries and other social services.
They also encourage their members to volunteer in the community.
The following are only a few of the churches situated withinEveleth, Gilbert, Mountain Iron and Virginia: United in ChristLutheran Church, St. John’s Episcopal Church, ResurrectionCatholic Church, United Methodist Church, Virginia GospelChurch, Hope Community Presbyterian Church and EmmanuelBaptist Church. d
____________ AAccess Broadband106 South 5th AvenueVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
ACS (Advanced Construction Services)721 15th Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-1736(218) 780-5513
Advanced Audio, Inc.PO Box 305201 South BroadwayGilbert, MN 55741(218) 749-4056(800) [email protected]
Advantage Billing ConceptsPO Box 616401 Grant AvenueEveleth, MN 55734(888) [email protected]
Adventures Restaurant & Pub5475 Mt. Iron Drive - Highway 53 & 13thStreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
AEOA702 3rd Avenue SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 749-2912(800) [email protected]
Affordable Dry Cleaners & Laundromat103 East Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Ahrens Insurance & Financial Services431 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Alice Nettell Towers550 Third Avenue NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-3650
Allison Kreibich State Farm Insurance820 North 9th Street, Suite 110Virginia, MN 55792(218) 741-6005(800) [email protected]
Altobelli Peterson Construction105 Grant AvenueEveleth, MN 55734(218) 744-3350(800) [email protected]
AMEC2000 Siegel BoulevardEveleth, MN 55734(218) [email protected]
American BankPO Box 4158401 Unity DriveMt. Iron, MN 55768(218) [email protected]
AmericInn Lodge & Suites - Mt. Iron5480 Mt. Iron DriveVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-7839(888) [email protected]
Ameriprise Financial414 First Street SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-2804(866) [email protected]
Anderson Auto Service5417 Mt. Iron Drive - Plaza 53 WestVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Anderson Furniture Company214 North 2nd AvenueVirginia, MN 55792(800) [email protected]
Anytime Fitness603 Ninth Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Apple Tree Learning Center409 First Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Arcelormittal - Minorca MinePO Box 15950 Old Highway 53Virginia, MN 55792(218) 749-5910
Arrow Auto Supply411 First Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Arrowhead Mortgage206 2nd Avenue SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-9044
At Your Convenience3504 Highway 53Eveleth, MN 55734(218) 744-4005
____________ BBarber Graphics, Inc.112 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-4344(800) [email protected]
Bartoletti Beverage CompanyPO Box 55105 15th Avenue WestVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-4427(800) [email protected]
Bauman - Cron Funeral Home516 South First StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-9593(888) 861-9573
Bear Country Realty1 Vermilion DriveVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Benchmark Engineering, IncPO Box 2618878 Main StreetMt. Iron, MN 55768(218) [email protected]
BG's Bar & GrillPO Box 745494 Highway 7Virginia, MN 55792(218) 741-0512
Big Timber Coffee Co.1903 16th Avenue WestVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Birchwood East Apartments110 Anderson DriveVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Black Bear Resort & CasinoPO Box 7771785 Highway 210Carlton, MN 55718(218) 269-4085
Bonsai TeaPO Box 233411 Grant AvenueEveleth, MN 55734(218) [email protected]
BoondocksPO Box 4588707 Townline RoadForbes, MN 55738(218) [email protected]
Brownie Furniture8410 Enterprise DriveVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Buckley Properties - West Chestnut &Fayal Self Storage3829 Miller Trunk RoadEveleth, MN 55734(218) [email protected]
Budget Host - Virginia#1 Midway Drive - Highway 53Virginia, MN 55792(218) 741-6145(800) BUDHOST
____________ CC & B Warehouse dba Short StopPO Box 1224102 First Avenue SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Canelake's Candies414 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-1557(888) [email protected]
Cellular One910 8th Street SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 749-6636
Century 21 Edwards & Assoc.921 17th Street SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 749-4050(877) 361-0728www.century21edwards.com
Charter Media114 South 20th Avenue WestDuluth, MN 55802(218) [email protected]
Chemtreat4388 Cedar Island DriveEveleth, MN 55734(218) [email protected]
Chestnut Collision Center, Inc.105 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Chicagami401 Roosevelt AvenueEveleth, MN 55734(218) [email protected]
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DIRECTORY
Christensen Parts - Napa AutoPO Box 969321 First Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-7140(800) 247-1784
Cinema 6PO Box 12928426 Enterprise Drive SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-2008
CitifinancialPO Box 70371420 South 12th AvenueVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-5290www.citifinancial.com
Cleaning SpecialistsPO Box 728800 9th Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Coates Plaza Hotel502 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) 749-1000(800) [email protected]
Coca-Cola Bottling of Virginia832 17th Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-7690(800) 247-0858
Coldwell Banker PropertiesPO Box 72912 8th Street SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 749-8222(800) [email protected]
Cole Appraisal & Consulting LLC7663 Woodlawn DriveEveleth, MN 55734(218) [email protected]
Colosimo, Patchin, Kearney &Brunfelt, Ltd.301 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Commercial RefrigerationPO Box 1066104 East ChestnutVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Como Oil & Propane6403 Highway 169Tower, MN 55790(218) [email protected]
Compudyne, Inc1524 East 37th StreetHibbing, MN 55746(218) 263-3624 ext. [email protected]
Conveyor Belt Service, Inc.400 South First AvenueVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Cope & Peterson, Ltd.415 South First StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) 749-4470(888) [email protected]
Copy Magic, Inc.428 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Country Insurance - Peterson Agency, Inc.PO Box 1287605 North 8th StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Critter Care Pet Clinic1315 2nd Avenue SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-2128
Cron-Sheehy Funeral HomePO Box 751502 Adams AvenueEveleth, MN 55734(218) 744-1638(888) [email protected]
Culbert Realty & Appraisal, Inc.67 Midway DriveVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-4985(800) [email protected]
Culligan of Northeast Minnesota810 North 4th StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Curl Mesabi, Inc.PO Box 500Virginia, MN 55792(218) 744-1302
Curves203 First Street SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
____________ DDave's Pizza201 3rd Street SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-3283
Deal & Pineo, P.A.PO Box 1253202 4th Street SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-0475
Delta Dental of Minnesota730 South BroadwayGilbert, MN 55741(218) 741-2000(800) [email protected]
Dennis L. Carlson Family Dentistry, Ltd.302 Chestnut Street200 Tini Square BuildingVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-0089
Derek Lamppa AgencyPO Box 1064420 First Street SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-8164(800) [email protected]
Diamond Willow Assisted Livingof Mt. Iron8583 - 8585 Unity DriveMt. Iron, MN 55768(218) 741-1412(218) [email protected]
Domino's Pizza5465 Mt. Iron Drive - Plaza 53 WestVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-3030
Dreamweaver Salon & Day SpaPO Box 386210 South River StreetCook, MN 55723(218) 666-5594
DSGW ArchitectsPO Box 1065417 2nd Street SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Duane's Marine Inc.8327 Unity DriveVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Duluth Clinic - Virginia1101 North 9th StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-0150(800) 662-5728
____________ EEast Range D.A.C.800 A AvenueEveleth, MN 55734(218) [email protected]
East Range Satellite & TV202 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Ed's Body Shop410 Fayal RoadEveleth, MN 55734(218) 744-3133
Edgewood Vista605 17th Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Edward Jones Investments113 Third Avenue NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Edward's Oil/Lucky Seven GeneralStores820 Hoover Road NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-9634(800) 450-3835
Eichorn's Furniture302 North 2nd AvenueVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-7733(800) [email protected]
Elder Services NetworkPO Box 4018880 Main StreetMt. Iron, MN 55768(218) 735-8637(888) [email protected]
Empowerment Services of MN Inc.8398 Spruce DriveMt. Iron, MN 55768(218) [email protected]
Eveleth Bottle Shop433 Fayal RoadEveleth, MN 55734(218) 744-2871
Eveleth Eyecare Center314 Grant AvenueEveleth, MN 55734(218) 744-4528
Eveleth IGA702 Fayal RoadEveleth, MN 55734(218) 744-4350
Eveleth Municipal Golf CourseU.S. Highway 53 & Gold Course RoadEveleth, MN 55734(218) 744-5943
Excel Business SystemsPO Box 4701925 East 5th AvenueHibbing, MN 55746(218) 263-6814(800) [email protected]
Eye Clinic North413 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-5886
____________ FF & D Meats, Inc.1108 8th Street SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 749-1330(888) 433-6328www.fdmeats.com
Fairview Mesaba Clinic - Mt. Iron8946 Enterprise Drive SouthMt. Iron, MN 55768(218) 741-2250(888) [email protected]
Ferguson EnterprisesPO Box 9641917 16th Avenue WestVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-5220(800) 873-4311
Ferrellgas720 Hoover RoadVirginia, MN 55792(218) 749-8264
Firelight Galleries, Inc.501 North Hoover RoadVirginia, MN 55792(218) 749-3930(877) [email protected]
First Equity Mortgage816 South 16th AvenueVirginia, MN 55792(218) 749-4663(866) [email protected]
First National Bank of Buhl - Mt. Iron5539 Nichols AvenueMt. Iron, MN 55768(218) [email protected]
First National Bank of GilbertPO Box 10002 Broadway NorthGilbert, MN 55741(218) 741-7844(800) [email protected]
Flaimer's Bar127 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) 749-6802
Floor to Ceiling Store8401 Enterprise Drive NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
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Fortune Bay Resort Casino1430 Bois Forte RoadTower, MN 55790(218) 753-6400(800) 992-7529www.fortunebay.com
Frank's Tire ServicePO Box 835Highway 135 & SummitGilbert, MN 55741(218) [email protected]
____________ GGiant's Ridge Golf & Ski ResortPO Box 190County Road 138Biwabik, MN 55708(218) 865-3020(800) 688-7669www.giantsridge.org
Goldsmith & Associates Consulting5319 Colorado StreetDuluth, MN 55802(218) [email protected]
Grandma's Virginia Grill1302 12th Avenue SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Great Northern Lending Corp.8421 Mud Lake RoadMt. Iron, MN 55768(218) 741-2220
Great Northern Lending Corp.PO Box 100120 North Highway 53Cook, MN 55723(218) [email protected]
Greater Minnesota Agency403 First Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Grove Studio8355 Unity DriveVirginia, MN 55792(218) 735-8687(888) [email protected]
Gruben's Marina4296 Arrowhead Point RoadTower, MN 55790(218) 753-5000(800) 923-5111
____________ HH.G. Harvey Constructors, Inc.PO Box 558800 Park AvenueEveleth, MN 55734(218) [email protected]
H.O.M.E.S. Inc. - Access To Employment505 12th Avenue WestVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Heisel Brothers, Inc.801 6th Avenue NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Help-U-Sell Lakes Realty8461 Enterprise Drive NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-0040
Herberger'sThunderbird Mall1440 South 12th AvenueVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Home Instead Senior Care302 East Howard Street, Suite 226Hibbing, MN [email protected]
____________ IInterstate Power Systems1921 16th Avenue WestVirginia, MN 55792(218) 749-4484(800) [email protected]
Iris Enterprises4451 Lakeside DriveEveleth, MN 55734(218) [email protected]
Iron Mining Association of Minnesota324 West Superior Street, #502Duluth, MN 55802(218) [email protected]
Iron Range BroadcastingPO Box 650906 Old Highway 53Eveleth, MN 55734(218) 744-5922(800) [email protected]
Iron Range Rehabilitation Center1001 North 9th AvenueVirginia, MN 55792(218) 749-9405
Iron Range ResourcesPO Box 4414261 Highway 53 SouthEveleth, MN 55734(218) 744-7400(800) [email protected]
Iron Range Tourism Bureau403 First Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 749-8161(800) [email protected]
Iron Trail Motors LLCPO Box 12681301 South 17th StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-2355(800) [email protected]
Ironworld Discovery Center801 Southwest Highway 169, Suite 1Chisholm, MN 55719(218) 254-7959(800) 372-6437
____________ JJ.M. Auto Service1303 Industrial Park DriveEveleth, MN 55734(218) [email protected]
Jaybee Travel1009 2nd Street SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-7769(888) [email protected]
Jim's Cleaning & Home Maintenance8341 Jasmine StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Jon Krog Agency, Inc.710 9th Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
The JPG Group108 South 5th AvenueVirginia, MN 55792(218) 749-5468(800) [email protected]
____________ KK & B Drive In7946 Pine DriveHibbing, MN 55734(218) [email protected]
Kap ‘N' Kork115 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Keith Nelson, Commissioner300 South 5th AvenueVirginia, MN 55792(218) 749-7108
Ken Waschke Auto Plaza, Inc.501 Ninth Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-6000(800) [email protected]
Kentucky Fried Chicken1201 17th Street SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-2211www.kfc.com
KQDS Fox 21 TV2001 London RoadDuluth, MN 55812(218) [email protected]
KRII Range 11/KBJR NBC 6246 South Lake AvenueDuluth, MN 55812(218) [email protected]
____________ LL & M Supply8497 Enterprise Drive NorthMt. Iron, MN 55768(218) 749-2340
La Cocina & Cantina407 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Lake Country Power1500 16th Street SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 742-5714(800) 421-9959
Lakehead Constructors, Inc.2001 North 9th Avenue WestVirginia, MN 55792(218) 744-1497
Lakeshor Motor Inn404 North 6th AvenueVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-3360(800) [email protected]
Lamar AdvertisingPO Box 16030Duluth, MN 55816(218) 628-2301(800) [email protected]
LaPoint Sales1024 North 17th StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-2597(888) [email protected]
Laurentian Medical Clinic901 9th Street North, #115Virginia, MN 55792(218) 748-7480(888) 824-9477
Len's Body & Paint Shop612 8th Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Lenci Enterprises, Inc.PO Box 6Virginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Lodge at Giants RidgePO Box 5906373 Wynne Creek DriveBiwabik, MN 55708(218) 865-7170(877) [email protected]
Lundgren Motors, Inc.PO Box 321900 Old Highway 53Eveleth, MN 55734(218) 744-4821(800) [email protected]
Lyric Center for the ArtsPO Box 416514 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
____________ MMagic Bar116 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Manney's Shopper, Inc813 6th Avenue NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-1449
Manpower3920 East 13th AvenueHibbing, MN 55746(218) 263-1471(800) [email protected]
McDonald's of Virginia1350 12th Avenue SouthVirginia, MN 55734(218) 749-4720
McKenna Studio704 6th Avenue NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Mediacom106 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(800) [email protected]
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Melaleuca4040 Santi RoadIron, MN 55751(218) [email protected]
Memorial Blood Centers901 Ninth Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 742-8634(888) [email protected]@mbc.org
Mesabi Daily NewsPO Box 956704 7th Avenue SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Mesabi Dental Service216 5th Avenue NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Mesabi Family YMCA8367 Unity DriveVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Mesabi Humane Society2305 Southern DriveVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Mesabi RC&T College - Eveleth Campus1100 Industrial ParkEveleth, MN 55734(218) 741-3095(800) [email protected]
Mesabi RC&T College - Virginia Campus1001 Chestnut Street WestVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-3095(800) [email protected]
Mesabi Sign CompanyPO Box 1053116 First Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 749-2628(800) [email protected]
Meyer Teleservices1404 Progress ParkwayEveleth, MN 55734(800) [email protected]
Midwest Communications807 West 37th StreetHibbing, MN 55746(218) [email protected]
Miners National Bank of Eveleth401 Grant AvenueEveleth, MN 55734(218) [email protected]
Minnesota Forest Industries324 West Superior Street, #903Duluth, MN 55802(218) 326-2902(218) [email protected]
Minnesota PastimePO Box 1063108 South 15th Avenue WestVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-0826
Minnesota PowerPO Box 770401 Douglas AvenueEveleth, MN 55734(800) [email protected]
Morgan Taconite OilPO Box 1165810 Hoover RoadVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-3350(800) [email protected]
____________ NNations Trust Mortgage65 Midway DriveVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Natural Harvest Food Co-op505 3rd Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
NE Entrepreneur Fund8355 Unity Drive, Suite 100Virginia, MN 55792(218) 749-4191(800) [email protected]
NE Technical Services, Inc.PO Box 1142315 & 526 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-4290(800) [email protected]
Nelson-Collie Electric621 North 9th StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Norri Distributing Co., Inc.8409 Enterprise DriveVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-2967(800) [email protected]
North Country Heating, Cooling &Refrigeration118 North 15th Avenue WestVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-1055
North Gate Café & Catering620 9th Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 749-4043(218) 741-4404
North St. Louis County Habitat ForHumanityPO Box 24401 6th Avenue North, Suite DVirginia, MN 55792(218) 749-8910(866) [email protected]
Northeast Title Company816 1st Avenue SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Northern Communities CU307 1st Street South, #111Virginia, MN 55792(218) 741-8155(877) [email protected]
Northern Diagnostic Services615 9th Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-0001(800) 246-0071
Northern Engine & Supply Co.420 South Hoover RoadVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Northern Minnesota RealtyPO Box 1028210 South Highway 53Cook, MN 55723(218) [email protected]
Northern Refractive Surgery & Eye Care901 9th Street North, Suite 219Virginia, MN 55792(218) 741-4411www.northernrefractivesurgery.com
Northern State Bank of Virginia600 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Northridge Community Credit Union921 17th Street SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 748-6868
Northwoods Construction of the IronRange1031 17th Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Northwoods Orthodontics302 Chestnut Street, #312Virginia, MN 55792(218) 749-5247
____________ OOccupational Development CenterPO Box 668100 South Industrial ParkBuhl, MN 55713(218) 258-8926www.odcmn.com
Old Time Oil And Auto Works436 Fayal RoadEveleth, MN 55734(218) 744-2377
Olde Country's Home & GardenShowplacePO Box 848202 North BroadwayGilbert, MN 55741(218) 749-3153
Our Gang Staffing Services Inc.106 East 23rd Street, #1Hibbing, MN 55746(218) 262-1692(888) [email protected]
____________ PP & M Construction of N. Minnesota, Inc.1012 First Street SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-9536
P.S. Engman Insurance & Realty111 2nd Avenue SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-4400(800) [email protected]
Paul's Italian Market623 Garfield StreetEveleth, MN 55734(218) [email protected]
Perpich TV & Music8421 Enterprise Drive NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-8633(800) [email protected]
Phil's Garage Door Service720 6th AvenueVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Phone Directories Company2029 South 6th StreetBrainerd, MN 56401(218) 825-0746(800) [email protected]
Pineview Inn903 17th Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-8918(866) [email protected]
Plaza Beauty Salon618 North 9th StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-0891
Plaza Hardware Hank610 Ninth Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Podpeskar Agency908 8th Street SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-3200
Pohaki Lumber CompanyPO Box 1043804 6th Avenue NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-3014(800) [email protected]
Popper's Bar120 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-0122
Praxair112 South 15th Avenue WestVirginia, MN 55792(218) 749-4292
____________ QQuad Cities Optimal Fitness &Racquetball519-1/2 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Quad Cities Small BusinessDevelopment Center403 First Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Queen City FederalPO Box 1147501 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
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Queen City Sports Palace532 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Queen City Sun210 5th Avenue SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Qwest107 North 15th AvenueVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-9340(800) 244-1111
____________ RRange Funeral Home911 16th Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Range Mental Health Center624 13th Street SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 749-2881(800) [email protected]
Range Office SupplyPO Box 1126319 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-0432(800) [email protected]
Range Reliable AgencyPO Box 941131 8th Street SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 749-8340(800) [email protected]
Rangenet Internet Services, Inc.3049 Sunset RoadTower, MN 55790(218) [email protected]
RE/MAX Northern Properties5467 Mt. Iron DriveVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Realty ExecutivesPO Box 70071401 12th Avenue South, #5Virginia, MN 55792(218) 741-9022www.ironrangerealtors.com
Rels Title Company551 Hat Trick AvenueEveleth, MN 55734(218) 744-0545(800) [email protected]
RLK IncorporatedPO Box 656303 East 19th StreetHibbing, MN 55746(218) 262-5528(800) [email protected]
Rocks the Jewelers314 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Royal Tire619 6th Avenue NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-5145(800) [email protected]____________ SThe Salvation Army507 12th Avenue SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Samuelson Insurance Agency, Inc.PO Box 1171102 South 8th StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) 749-2001(800) [email protected]
Sawmill Saloon & Restaurant5478 Mt. Iron DriveMt. Iron, MN 55768(218) 741-8681
Schmitt Music325 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Search Resources225 First Street North, Suite 2200Virginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Second Avenue Auto1402 2nd Avenue SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Second Avenue Collision Center1308 2nd Avenue SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
SEH, Inc.901 8th Street, Suite 400Virginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Seppi Brothers Concrete Products Corp.PO Box 1006718 4th Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-7007(800) [email protected]
Service Solutions, Inc.1021 South 2nd AvenueVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-0950(888) [email protected]
Servicemaster Cleaning Services101 Station 44 RoadEveleth, MN 55734(218) 744-1478(800) [email protected]
Shoes & Things-Rags234 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-5717
Showcase Lighting & Supplies1116 8th Street SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Signs 4 the Timez421 A Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Silver Creek Liquor Co.5489 Highway 7Virginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Silver Lake Floral303 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-9543(888) [email protected]
Skoog's Bootery323 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-0783
Skubic Bros. International705 6th Avenue NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Slumberland Furniture1305 Industrial Park DriveEveleth, MN 55734(218) 744-5565(800) 230-5565www.slumberland.com
Snap Fitness - Eveleth324 Grant AvenueEveleth, MN 55734(218) [email protected]
Solid Properties1608 12th Avenue EastHibbing, MN 55746(218) [email protected]
Spartan Sauna Heaters7484 Malta RoadEveleth, MN 55734(218) 744-8433(800) [email protected]
Spectrum Health Companies2000 Siegel BoulevardEveleth, MN 55734(218) 741-3013(888) [email protected]
Sportspage Bar429 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-0461
Spring Creek OutfittersPO Box 2468873 Main StreetMt. Iron, MN 55768(218) 735-8719(800) [email protected]
St. Louis & Lake County RegionalRailroad Authority801 Southwest Highway 169, #4Chisholm, MN 55719(218) 254-0086(877) [email protected]
St. Michael's Health & RehabilitationCenter1201 8th Street SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
St. Raphael's Health & Rehab Center601 Grant AvenueEveleth, MN 55734(218) [email protected]
Star Homes & Builders of Minnesota, Inc.601 2nd AvenueVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Starkovich Distributing, Inc.PO Box 1307119 14th Avenue WestVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
State Bank of AuroraPO Box 258213 North Main StreetAurora, MN 55705(218) 229-2234(800) [email protected]
Subway - EvelethPO Box 767551 Hat Trick AvenueEveleth, MN 55734(218) [email protected]
Sunny's Deli1401 12th Avenue SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-2334
Super 8 MotelPO Box 555Highway 53 NorthEveleth, MN 55734(218) 744-1661(800) 800-8000
Super One Foods North601 4th Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-3229
Super One Foods South1111 17th Street SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
____________ TTaconite Tire Service305 South Hoover RoadVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-5262
Tandem Moose Builders3547 Victoria RoadEly, MN 55731(218) 365-2928(866) [email protected]
Target Store - Virginia1001 13th Street SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-7104
Telephone Associates329 Grand AvenueSuperior, WI 55440(218) 733-0607(800) 777-3325bleuthner@telephoneassociates.comwww.telephoneassociates.com
TextilesplusPO Box 626113 Grant AvenueEveleth, MN 55734(218) [email protected]
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Thunderbird Mall1401 South 12 AvenueVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-9228www.thunderbirdmall.com
Tiffany Anderson618 Fifth Avenue SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-1277
Tony Zupancich8586 Enterprise Drive SouthMt. Iron, MN 55768(218) 748-7570
Trenti Law Firm225 North First StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) 749-1962(800) [email protected]
Tufco Inc4105 Highway 53Eveleth, MN 55734(218) [email protected]
____________ UU.S. Steel Corporation - Minnesota OreOperationsPO Box 4178819 Old Highway 169Mt. Iron, MN 55768(218) 749-7593
UBS Financial Services Inc.PO Box 962205 2nd Avenue SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-7744(800) [email protected]
UMD Center For Economic Development11 East Superior Street, #210Duluth, MN 55802(218) 726-7298(888) [email protected]
Unicel5465 Mt. Iron DriveVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
United Electric Company5554 Enterprise DriveVirginia, MN 55792(218) 749-2760(800) [email protected]
United Taconite LLCPO Box 1801200 West Highway 16Eveleth, MN 55734(218) [email protected]
United Way of NE Minnesota229 West Lake StreetChisholm, MN 55719(218) [email protected]
Up North Title LLC607 8th Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Upper Lakes Foods801 Industry AvenueCloquet, MN 55720(218) 225-2681(800) 879-1265
US Bank230 1st Street South, Suite 100Virginia, MN 55792(218) 742-3314(800) [email protected]
____________ VValvoline Instant Oil Change5473 Mt. Iron DriveVirginia, MN 55792(218) 749-2339
Vermilion Land Office401 6th Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Village Inn Restaurant1500 13th Street SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 749-8289
VillageProfile.com, inc.33 North Geneva StreetElgin, IL 60120(847) [email protected]
Villas at Giants RidgePO Box 3506266 Giants Ridge RoadBiwabik, MN 55708(218) 865-4155(800) [email protected]
Virginia Area Historical SocietyPO Box 736800 9th Avenue NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Virginia Community FoundationPO Box 559519 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Virginia Coop Credit UnionPO Box 1225307 First Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-5644(800) [email protected]
Virginia Elks Club220 North 5th AvenueVirginia, MN 55792(218) 749-1269
Virginia Floral Company320 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Virginia Golf Course / Michaels on theCourse327 1st Street SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 748-7530
Virginia Home Center1504 4th Street SouthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 749-2561
Virginia Plumbing & Heating114 South 15th Avenue WestVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Virginia Regional Medical Center901 Ninth Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Vivid Design307 Main Street NorthAurora, MN 55705(218) [email protected]
Voyageurs Sand Lake Resort7449 Highway 53Britt, MN 55710(218) 749-3057
VRMC Foundation901 9th Street NorthVirginia, MN 55792(218) 749-9481(866) [email protected]
____________ WW. A. Fisher Advertising & PrintingPO Box 1107123 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-9544(800) [email protected]
Walker, Giroux & Hahne, Ltd.PO Box 960225 First Street North, Suite 2400Virginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
WDIO / WIRT TVPO Box 1689710 Observation RoadDuluth, MN 55811(218) 727-6864(800) 477-1013
Wells Fargo Bank - VirginiaPO Box 949401 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) 749-5920(800) [email protected]
Wells Fargo Insurance Servicesof MN, Inc.PO Box 1108401 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) 741-5529(866) [email protected]
West Chestnut Senior Home1202 Chestnut Street WestVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
West Forty RV ParkPO Box 246Fire #245 Highway 37Gilbert, MN 55741(218) [email protected]
The Whistling BirdPO Box 597101 North BroadwayGilbert, MN 55741(218) 741-7544www.whistlingbirdcafeandbar.com
White Drug306 Chestnut StreetVirginia, MN 55792(218) 749-6333(800) 967-3427
Wilderness at Fortune Bay1450 Bois Forte RoadTower, MN 55790(218) [email protected]
Woodland WirelessPO Box 7008Thunderbird MallVirginia, MN 55792(218) [email protected]
Woody's Knotty Pine Liquor Inc.PO Box 402417 North BroadwayGilbert, MN 55741(218) [email protected]
____________ ZZiemer-Moeglein-Shatava Funeral HomePO Box 309108 North BroadwayGilbert, MN 55741(218) [email protected]
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Servicing the Iron Range.1401 S. 12th Avenue, Suite 5 • Virginia, MN 55792
Located in Thunderbird Mall.(Mailing Address) P.O. Box 7007 • Virginia, MN 55777
Office: (218) 741-9022www.IronRangeRealtors.com
Darin AltoOwner/Broker(218) 780-6309
Marci AndersonTeam Coordinator(218) 741-9022
Cindy PetinelliRealtor(218) 290-6241
Emma CulbertRealtor(218) 780-5960
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