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The Quad Cities in the U.S. state of Minnesota consist of the cities of Virginia, Eveleth, Gilbert and Mountain Iron; located in the Arrowhead Region, overlapping Iron Range region, Duluth MN-WI MSA and Saint Louis County.
U.S. Highway 53, U.S. Highway 169, State Highway 37 (MN 37) and State Highway 135 (MN 135) are four of the main routes in the Quad Cities.
History
The Quad Cities (founded in the 1890s and early 1900s) owe their existence mainly to the mining industry that came to the area around that time. Their prosperity grew as the mines grew. Unfortunately, many of the mines shut down during the Great Depression and didn't resume work until World War II. This was approximately the peak point for the industry in the area.
Populations
According to the 2000 census, the Quad Cities have a population of 17,868. Virginia has 9,157 residents. Eveleth has 3,865 residents; Mountain Iron has 2,999 residents; Gilbert has 1,847 residents.
Economy and industry
The mining industry, long lasting since the early 1900's, is declining in the area, with a new focus on tourism and healthcare.
Things to do
Virginia and the surrounding cities offer several activities for public enjoyment, from swimming to shopping. Various lakes and pits across the range make swimming and boating very accessible. Hiking, biking or four wheeling trails are common on the Iron Range. During winter, there are several snowmobiling trails around the area, with easy access and ice rinks all over the cities. For indoor activities, there is the YMCA in Mountain Iron. Unfortunately, this was scheduled to close to the public on July 29, 2022.[1] For shoppers, there is the Thunderbird Mall in Virginia, downtown businesses in each city and in late 2014 a Walmart Super Center opened near the Holiday Inn Express & Suites in Mountain Iron. Eveleth is home to the United States Hockey Hall of Fame - a museum honoring notable hockey players with history exhibits and a replica rink.
References
- ^ YMCA YMCA of the USA
Source: LaurentianChamber.org -- accessed Nov. 25, 2007
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