NorthlandConnection.com is a dynamic economic development research tool for business expansion in Northeastern Minnesota and Douglas County, Wisconsin or as we refer to it, The Northland.
This portal contains data based on International Economic Development Council guidelines for site location. These data are located behind the six tabs at the top of each page from Real Estate to Quality of Life. We also have direct links to each data table, Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) Comparisons and a Reference Library.
NorthlandConnection.com features a Geographic Information System (GIS) mapping tool for locating real estate and businesses. As you browse through the site create a report to download or print. And when seeking business resources, go to our Entrepreneur and Business Resource tool to find service providers who are ready to assist you.
Iron ore producer Cliffs Natural Resources Inc. will pay $70 million to Alpha Natural Resources Inc. in a deal that will end plans to take over the coal mine operator and settle a related lawsuit, the company said Monday.
Minnesota governor Tim Pawlenty said Monday that he will ask the state legislature to approve tax credits and other incentives for companies that bring green jobs to the state.