U.S. Sen. Al Franken, International Falls Mayor Bob Anderson

U.S. Sen. Al Franken, with International Falls Mayor Bob Anderson, pledged his support as the community attempts to find ways to diversify its economy following the May 2, 2013 announcement that by October, 265 jobs will be eliminated at the Boise Inc. paper mill in International Falls. Franken met with area leaders July 3. to listen to their concerns.