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Action at the 2017 Gunflint Mail Run

January 7th marked the 6th Annual Gunflint Mail Run since it's revival in 2012.

Parking restrictions set on Gunflint Trail for Beargrease

Parking during the upcoming John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon was a topic discussed this week by the Cook County Commissioners. WTIP’s Joe Friedrichs reports on this story.

Car crashes into Clearview shopping center in Lutsen

A vehicle crashed into the front of the Clearview shopping complex in Lutsen on Saturday, January 7.

Community says goodbye to local bank President Mike LaVigne

After serving as president of the Grand Marais State Bank for the past 33 years, Mike LaVigne is retiring at the end of January.

Grand Marais PUC hires consultant for solar project planning

The Grand Marais Public Utilities Commission is researching alternative energy options such as solar power.

The Norpine Fat Bike Classic took place in Lutsen on Jan. 7. All photos by Joe Friedrichs

Norpine Fat Bike Classic spins good times through the cold

The Norpine fat tire bike race took place in Cook County on Jan. 7. WTIP’s Joe Friedrichs has this report from the event.

Once through the snow and cold cycle, the weather warms up

We can expect more snow, anywhere from a couple of inches to a half foot.

Weekend News Roundup for January 7, 2017

Each week the WTIP news staff compiles a review of news from the previous five days. Commissioner Moe resigns.

Tofte District Ranger Kurt Steele leaving for Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forest

U.S. Forest Service Tofte District Ranger Kurt Steele has served in the Superior National Forest for just over three years.

Gunflint Mail Run sled dog race begins Saturday, January 7

The Gunflint Mail Run is taking place in Cook County this weekend.