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News | Mesabi Daily News | July 31, 2014

130 years of Minnesota mining: It began in Soudan

130 years of Minnesota mining: It began in Soudan

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14 Nov 1857126881662836898

Minnesota’s steel industry has a responsibility to protect the environment. 🍃🌲

That’s why iron mines like @U_S_Steel's Minntac and Keetac use advanced technology to monitor air and water quality, prevent leaks, and return land to its natural state.

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11 Nov 1856006268462243847

Thank you to America’s veterans for your service to our country. The steel industry is proud to employ and support many veterans looking for careers after their service. Veterans, you help make America’s steel stronger!

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7 Nov 1854554930570244263

Whether you’re traveling in a plane, train or automobile, steel is supporting you! Steel is a major component in many forms of transportation, from aircraft to trucks and cars. ✈️🚂🚗

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30 Oct 1851673447274848665

Iron mining has a long history of giving back to the community. @U_S_Steel maintains a 50-year partnership with United Way of Northeastern Minnesota (@UWNEMN) and has made more than $800,000 in donations to 61 organizations in Minnesota since 2019.

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15 Oct 1846217501346066602

Steel plays a role in maintaining Minnesota roads! From street signage and tools to reinforcements for concrete structures, steel helps construction teams get the job done. 🚧🛣️

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10 Oct 1844439095868555584

👷1,900+ jobs
💵$200 million payroll
💰$141 million in taxes

Iron mining is vital to Minnesota’s economy. We’re proud to represent @U_S_Steel and United @steelworkers in contributing to a brighter future for our state!

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