While the state’s unemployment rate may be improving, the number of people out of work in Iron County remains high. 10-percent of its residents are looking for jobs. Officials there hope renewed interest in iron mining will breathe life back into its aging community. Danielle Kaeding brings us this report from Iron County as part of WPR’s “News from 72″ series.
News with a little more humanity
WPR’s “Wisconsin Today” newsletter keeps you connected to the state you love without feeling overwhelmed. No paywall. No agenda. No corporate filter.
Wisconsin Public Radio, © Copyright 2025, Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System and Wisconsin Educational Communications Board.
