Local News
Cougar or bobcat? DNR talks northern Minnesota sighting
-A young Minnesota hunter reported his encounter with two mountain lions fighting earlier this month near the Iron Range.
Plans continue for off-road vehicle trail across northern Minnesota
-If you like to ride on backcountry roads, a new off-road vehicle trail stretching across northern Minnesota could be of interest. WTIP’s Joe Friedrichs reports on the proposed trail.
Weekend News Roundup for November 19
-Each week the WTIP news staff compiles a review of news from the previous five days.
Winter storm topples trees, motorists cautioned
-The National Weather Service predicted wind gusts of up to 50 mph Friday, Nov. 18, and apparently that was the case this afternoon.
Hospital considers new care requirements
-The Centers for Medicare/Medicaid Services has revised policies for long-term care facilities – something that hasn’t been done since 1991. WTIP’s Jay Andersen spoke with North
Craig Horak is new Tofte supervisor
-Longtime Tofte Supervisor Paul James resigned from the town board at the beginning of November. Craig Horak has been appointed to complete his term.
First big weather and snow slated for this weekend
-The first big storm and snowfall is expected this weekend. High winds and heavy wet snow could bring downed trees and powerlines inland from the shore.
North House interns' year culminates with Slojd project
Will Moore-Since last February, four young people with a deep interest in traditional crafts have inhabitated North House Folk School as part of the school's intern program.
Veterans Day events in the community
-Veterans Day 2016 was recognized in a variety of ways in Cook County on Friday, November 11, in Grand Portage and Grand Marais. Rhonda Silence provides this brief report.