Quad Cities (Minnesota)
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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, and St. Louis County.
U.S. Highway 53, U.S. Highway 169, State Highway 37, and State Highway 135 are four of the main arterial routes in the communities.
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[edit] 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; and Gilbert has 1,847 residents.
[edit] Land and climate
The climate of the Quad Cities, is continental, with warm summers and cold winters. There is an average of 20-40 inches of precipitation each year. Record temperatures in the area are as followed: about 110 degrees farenheight in July and about 50-60 degrees below zero in January.
[edit] Economy, Industry and Life Up North
The main industries in the Quad Cities are mining, timber, and tourism. Tourism has been growing more than the other industries. The land holds a lot of fun. Swimming, fishing, four wheeling, biking, hiking, and many more activities are available nearby the cities. During the winter months, sledding, snowmobiling, and snowshoeing are available also. It really is a great thing to be able to be in a nice hotel in Eveleth or Virginia, to eat a good meal in any of the four cities and to see the rich nature and history of the land. Remember, from any of the cities outdoor activities are available no more than ten or fifteen minutes away!
