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MANUFACTURING

Cirrus Aircraft of Duluth remains an industry leader in the manufacture of single engine propeller planes and personal jets
Business
Cirrus seeks more workers in Duluth to catch up with demand
The market for its airplanes has grown through the pandemic, but the company's ability to hire more people has been hindered by housing.
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Local
Duluth receives $1.1 million to help workers land better jobs
The funds will be used to boost participants' skills and provide them with the credentials they need for new careers.
April 28, 2022 07:45 AM
A worker operates one of the metal cutting machines at Gent Machine Co.'s factory in Cleveland
National
New wave of inflation — and disruptions — hits U.S. factory floors
Surging inflation is disrupting everything from carpools to the ability to quote prices on new business at already-strained U.S. factories.
March 14, 2022 09:31 AM
File: Cirrus jet
Business
Duluth OKs Cirrus Aircraft aid package again, after miscue
A public hearing glitch forced city councilors to revisit assistance aimed to help the manufacturer grow and provide more local jobs.
March 11, 2022 08:53 AM

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Latest Headlines
Laura Butterbrodt, columnist for 'The Memo'
Business
The Memo: Iron Range business to be featured on 'Manufacturing Marvels'
Have a business tip or story idea for The Memo? Send it to lbutterbrodt@duluthnews.com.
March 09, 2022 08:00 AM
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By  Laura Butterbrodt
FILE: Huber Zip Sheathing
Business
Cohasset accepts revised environmental review for proposed wood plant
The City Council heard no in-person public comments during Tuesday evening's brief meeting.
March 08, 2022 10:12 PM
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By  Jimmy Lovrien
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Columns
Local View: Cohasset plant vows to be 'strong community partner'
From the column: "This is not our first OSB project. ... Huber has been in the forestry industry since 1941, and our sister company manages more than 800,000 acres of timberlands for landowners. We are proud of our record for safe and responsible operations and stewardship."
March 07, 2022 03:52 PM
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By  Brian Carlson
Cirrus Vision Jet
Business
Public assistance, building lease to help Cirrus grow production in Duluth
All the pieces are falling into place to help the city's largest manufacturer employ even more people.
February 16, 2022 07:43 PM
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By  Peter Passi
Several Vision jets at various stages of assembly sit in the Cirrus plant last week. More than 600 people have ordered the plane. Steve Kuchera / skuchera@duluthnews.com
Business
St. Louis County backs Cirrus expansion
The board unanimously approved $600,000 in tax relief at its meeting in Duluth on Tuesday.
February 09, 2022 09:23 AM
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By  Brady Slater
FILE: Huber Zip Sheathing
Business
Revised Cohasset wood plant environmental review: It'll be a 'carbon sink'
The adequacy of the original environmental assessment worksheet drew criticism, prompting the City Council to delay approval until March.
January 26, 2022 09:36 AM
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By  Jimmy Lovrien

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Cirrus Aircraft has released its second-generation Vision Jet, the G2. Courtesy Cirrus Aircraft.
Business
Cirrus Aircraft launches Duluth expansion plan
Tax assistance could help Duluth's largest manufacturer ramp up production.
January 23, 2022 08:51 AM
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By  Peter Passi
File: Cirrus jet
Business
Cirrus may expand into aircraft maintenance base
The facility could provide temporary relief for a growing manufacturer.
November 19, 2021 04:24 PM
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By  Peter Passi
FILE: Huber Zip Sheathing
Business
The proposed Cohasset wood plant would be Minnesota's 12th-largest emitter. The Legislature exempt it from more rigorous environmental review
That less stringent environmental assessment worksheet has been the subject of criticism.
November 17, 2021 10:08 AM
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By  Jimmy Lovrien
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