Even more minerals reported at Twin Metals mine site
December 4, 2012 at 6:00 pm in Duluth News Tribune
Already expected to be the largest underground mine in Minnesota history and one of the largest untapped copper-nickel deposits in the world, Twin Metals officials on Tuesday announced that the wealth of valuable minerals at their proposed mine near Ely is even bigger than previously stated.
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Heavy industry and tourism don’t mix.
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They certainly did in Ely for decades. From the 20s through the 60s, Ely had mining, logging, and much more tourism than today. An underground mine employing hundreds of workers and hosting visiting contractors and customers will expose the area to more potential tourists who will want to enjoy the offerings here. Visit Ely today and see if you think underground mining (there were five operating there at one time) repels tourists. What hurts tourism are limited services and restrictions on activities.
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