City by City: Superior, Koochiching/Itasca Counties, Ironwood

Superior, WI- A local technical college is joining the Move to Manufacturing. Northwood Tech is joining a host of partners to participate in the new program. Move to Manufacturing will provide training to people in the region that want to go into the fast-growing field. There is an 8-hour online class followed by 20 hours of hands-on skills workshop training. The training is free and prepares participants for entry-level employment with several local companies.

Koochiching/Itasca Counties, MN- A major detour begins today, August 8. in Koochiching and Itasca Counties. Road work on Hwy 65 began in late July and now a nearly 18-mile detour begins. For about 30 days 14 miles of that highway will be closed to through traffic but residents will be able to get home. The detour will use Hwy 1 to Silverdale. The Highway 65 project involves more than 42 miles of resurfacing work, improved shoulders and new guardrails.

Ironwood, MI- The Ironwood Welcome Center is receiving some upgrades beginning this week. MDot is performing interior and exterior renovations beginning August 9 to meet ADA standards. The parking lot will remain open but the building will be closed during the external repair. The literature center will be open when possible. Portable restrooms and handwashing stations will be provided. The improvements are expected to be finished by September 2.

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