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Attorney Nora Huxtable has joined Smith Law and is also a public defender. Photo by Rhonda Silence

New attorney fills dual roles in Cook County court

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Attorney Nora Huxtable has joined Tyson and Scott Smith at Smith Law in Grand Marais. But she also works for the State of Minnesota as a public defender.


Law Enforcement Center - Photo Rhonda Silence

A look at the Law Enforcement Log, Dec. 10-23

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The Cook County Sheriff’s Office shared a brief report of calls made to the Cook County Law Enforcement Center from December 10 – December 23.


WTIP building. Archived photo

WTIP news team talks top stories from 2019

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Short-term rental tax classification and permitting requirements at the county level. Increases for local taxpayers from the hospital levy.


Cook County Sheriff's Office lights - Photo Rhonda Silence

Fire destroys home in Grand Portage

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A Grand Portage family lost their home to fire over the weekend. A 9-1-1 call came into Cook County Law Enforcement just before midnight Saturday, Dec.


Schroeder, as well as Lutsen and Tofte townships are seeking supervisor and clerk candidates. Photo by Rhonda Silence

WTIP shares updates on busy West End townships

Rhonda Silence-

It is almost time for citizens in Lutsen, Tofte and Schroeder interested in serving on their respective township boards to decide if they would like to run for office.


Flooding in downtown Grand Marais on Dec. 29, 2019. Photo by Kristen Smith

Winter storm brings flooding to downtown Grand Marais

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A severe winter storm is making travel extremely difficult in Cook County and flooding parts of downtown Grand Marias.


Violence Prevention Center has named Lindsey Gau as it new director. Photo courtesy of VPC

New director for Violence Prevention Center

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The Violence Prevention Center has been part of the Cook County community for over 30 years.


A group rallies Dec. 18 in Grand Maris in support of impeaching President Donald Trump. Photo by Joe Friedrichs

Rally to support Trump impeachment held in Grand Marais

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President Donald Trump was impeached by the U.S. House of Representatives Wednesday, Dec. 18.