2026.05.05

While all eyes are on the Boundary Waters, a different mining project nears a regulatory yardstick
Tribal and environmental groups have lined up against the Tamarack mine west of Duluth ahead of a summer public comment period.
by Brian Arola
https://www.minnpost.com/environment/2026/05/while-all-eyes-are-on-the-boundary-waters-a-different-mining-project-nears-a-regulatory-yardstick/

Want more electricians? Build better career opportunities
Young people will be drawn to careers in the trades if they can see a clear career path. Policymakers — and business — can do more to address workforce gaps.
by Matt Bergmann
https://www.minnpost.com/community-voices/2026/05/want-more-electricians-build-better-career-opportunities-trades/ ( Read more... )