Taconite Talks video: Iron mining ‘keeps our economy going’
From starting out as a truck driver to working now as a trainer at Keetac, USW Local 2660 member Tawnya Gustafson has made a career mining on the Iron Range. In the latest episode of Taconite Talks, Tawnya shares her journey and what the industry means for her community.
“It pays our bills, it keeps our school funds alive, it keeps our economy going, it keeps jobs in our area,” said Tawnya.
Watch this video to hear more from Tawnya about her important work.
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