Local News
Local Republicans meet to elect officers and delegates
-On Tuesday, March 1 the Cook County Republican party met for its Basic Political Operating Unit convention.
Park Board discusses improvements before summer season
-The Grand Marais Rec Park board met to discuss several items they want to deal with before the summer season starts Memorial Day.
Family Planning could be affected by pending budget cuts
-The Family Planning office in Grand Marais is a source for help with women’s reproductive health services. Director Kristen Blomberg is concerned funding cuts may negatively affect the program.
DNR changes moose and bear season rules
-The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed it will issue only half the number of moose hunting permits this year than last.
Winter Severity Index readings continue to climb
-Deep snow across much of Northeastern Minnesota has pushed Winter Severity Index readings higher, according to figures released over the weekend by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.
Weekend News Roundup for Feb. 26
-Each weekend WTIP news produces a round up of the news stories they’ve been following this week.
DNR seeks comments on Finland area lake and stream management plans
-Each year, The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) fisheries staff prepares or revises individual lake and stream management plans for several waters in each management area.
The Grand Marais Senior Center: not just for seniors
-There’s always something going on at the Senior Center in downtown Grand Marais, and once a month folks from the center visit with us here at WTIP. Recently, Bill Shaffer and W
Hovland couple at Madison capitol collective bargaining protests
-Dan and Lee Ross are artists who make their home in Hovland. They recently returned from a trip to visit family in Madison, Wisconsin where they have often participated in a large art fair.
Great Lakes Day - March 2nd
-March 2nd is Great Lakes Day. It’s an event that takes place in Washington D.C.