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This group of vehicles followed the proposed B2B route through Cook County. Photo by Scott Benolken

DNR shares update on 'Border to Border' route

Discussion continues throughout northern Minnesota, including here in Cook County, regarding a proposed Border to Border Touring Route.

A look at the Law Enforcement Log, April 2-8

Rhonda Silence-

Each week the Cook County Sheriff’s Office provides a brief report of calls made to the Cook County Law Enforcement Center in the past week.

MnDOT plans to install Highway 61 rumble strips--on shoulders only

Rhonda Silence-

Back in 2013, the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) installed rumble strips on the centerline of Highway 61 on the east side of Grand Marais.

Funding questions remain for local soil and water district

Joe Friedrichs-

The Cook County Soil and Water Conservation District Board and staff continue to seek answers regarding state funding i

North Shore Pharmacy closing its doors

Rhonda Silence-

As of today, Friday, April 5, the North Shore Pharmacy in Grand Marais is no longer taking or filling prescriptions.

A look at the Law Enforcement Log

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Each week the Cook County Sheriff’s Office provides a brief report of calls made to the Cook County Law Enforcement Center in the past week.

Bat caves in Minnesota are where WNS thrives. Photo courtesy of John Nycz via Flickr

North Shore bats face challenging future

Half of Minnesota's bat species are nearing extinction because of a potentially fatal fungal disease.

Questions on property values? Assessor's office can clarify

Cook County property owners should have received their annual valuation notice and property tax statements in the mail in recent days.

Caribou Express ski lift back in operation

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Following up an emergency call to Lutsen Mountains on Sunday, March 31, WTIP reached out to ski hill co-owner, Tom Rider, to learn more.

Lutsen Ski Patrol rescues skiers from Caribou Express chairlift

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About 25 people had more of a ski adventure than planned at Lutsen Mountains on Sunday, March 31 when the Caribou Express chairlift malfunctioned around 3 p.m., requiring an evacuation from the