Mesabi Daily News

CHISHOLM — It’s helpful to have a sense of humor, to share laughs, even, when it comes to discussing complex issues without clear-cut answers.

Issues, such as how to retain and attract young people to the Iron Range, especially with the current and upcoming shift in the age of workers in the region.

Laughter — along with conversation on topics important to young people in the area — will be a part of Saturday’s first-of-its kind event on the Range: “Comedy, Cocktails and a Little Bit of Policy.”

The evening of discussion and comedy, which will be held at the Minnesota Discovery Center in Chisholm, is an inaugural gathering of the grassroots group ReGen, which consists of area adults ages 20 to 40.

It will be an 18-plus event, with IDs required at the door. Cocktail hour will begin at 6 p.m., with the show starting at 7 p.m. Beer and wine will be served to the 21-plus crowd.

A four-member panel consisting of Tony Sertich, president of the Northland Foundation, Roy Smith, director of Workforce Development for IRRRB, Selah Reid, owner of The Shop Coffeehouse in Virginia, and Summer Scharringhausen, program manager of the MacRostie Art Center in Grand Rapids, will speak about issues relevant to young adults in the area.

Topics will include such things as gaps in the areas of social and lifestyle activities, art and live music, and childcare and housing for middle-income young professionals.

Read the full Mesabi Daily News article.

“I Am Not A Serial Killer,” based on the award winning book by Dan Wells of the same name, is filming on the Iron Range. 

The feature film follows a young man as he investigates several murders in a small town. Director Billy O'Brien and Director of Photography Robbie Ryan are heading up the international team that is shooting on location on the Iron Range with numerous local cast and crew. Actors Christopher Lloyd and Max Records play the lead roles in the film.  

Through its Film Production Incentive program, IRRRB will reimburse up to $92,900 for eligible expenses within its service area for this project. 

A Health Care Fair for senior high school students is planned for Friday, March 27 at Hibbing Community College. This educational event is designed for area students in grades 10 through 12, who may be interested in health care as a career. About 40 area health care organizations will offer hands-on activities for students and network with students about health care careers. Approximately 400 students are expected to attend.

The fair is a career awareness event to help make area students aware of the growing demand for health care workers, the various types of health care occupations that are in demand, and the wide variety of health care educational programs available at Northeast Higher Education District colleges.

IRRRB is organizing the event in partnership with Northeast Higher Education District colleges and area health care organizations.  

For more information, contact Joy Ruedebusch at 218.274.7001 or Joy.Ruedebusch@state.mn.us. 

Giants Ridge in Biwabik will hold a Pirates Spring Carnival & Slush Cup on Saturday, March 14. Highlights of the day include music, food, and more. Watch boarders and skiers jump (or land in) the slush at this fun end-of-the-season event. And don't forget your pirate costumes, mateys! 

Spring Carnival Schedule of Events

In other Giants Ridge news, spring season passes are on sale. Buy next year's season pass now at the lowest rates and ski free for the rest of this season. This is a great offer for first time passholders. Get off the couch and on a chair! 

Spring Season Pass Sale Information

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