Local News
Outdoors and conservation groups unite in concern over conservation funding
-A diverse group of outdoors and conservation groups have come together in a common cause.
Arrowhead Electric Coop announces new rates
-The cost of energy continues to climb. Arrowhead Electric Coop is raising 2011 rates, but generally less than in previous years. WTIP’s Jay Andersen has this story.
Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon comes to a close
-The John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon came to a close last night as Tom Bauer and his eight dogs crossed the finish line in Duluth a few minutes before midnight on Wednesday.
School Superintendent to give class on “Facebook for Parents”
-No longer is the question, just “parents do you know where your child is?” Now it’s also, “parents have you checked your child’s Facebook page?” ISD166 Superintende
Southwestern Minnesota broadband exec to speak here
-Windomnet is a community high speed internet provider based in the southwestern part of the state.
Local Dentist Dr. Alyssa Hedstrom Talks Access To Health Care In Cook County
-Host Cathy Quinn invited Dr. Alyssa Hedstrom of Grand Marais Family Dentistry to the AM Community Calendar program Friday, January 28. In this unedited interview, Dr.
Weekend News Roundup for Jan. 29
-Each weekend WTIP news produces a round up of the news stories they’ve been following this week.
Youth Radio Project Interviews Local Beargrease Mushers
-The John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon starts Sunday in Duluth.
Snowarama for Easter Seals Kids coming to Grand Portage
-Grand Portage Lodge & Casino is gearing up for another Snowarama for Easter Seals Kids fundraiser. This annual event, Saturday, Feb.5, brings snowmobilers from Canada and the U.S.