Local News
Roots of local art festival date to 1960s
-The second weekend in July has a longstanding tradition for art festivals along the North Shore.
Nice weather predicted for Arts Festival weekend
-Rain on and off until Saturday and then great weather for an arts festival Saturday and Sunday. WTIP’s Jay Andersen spoke with National Weather Service Meteorologist Carol Christenson.
Fly-fishing shop opens in Grand Marais
-A new fly fishing gear and tackle shop has opened in downtown Grand Marais. The name of the business is Fly Box & Company.
Update on group running around Lake Superior pushing baby stroller
-A group of three friends, including one Grand Marais resident, are running around Lake Superior this summer. They are pushing all their gear in a baby stroller.
WTIP Weekend News Roundup for July 2
-Each week the WTIP news staff compiles a review of news from the previous five days. New judicial responsibilities in the District. Iron Rangers want Twin Metals hearing held locally.
Citizens' Climate Lobby addresses climate change
-The Citizens' Climate Lobby is a nonpartisan group working to spread the idea that each one of us can help to address climate change.
Commissioner exits public meeting in protest of 'social justice issue'
-Cook County Commissioner Frank Moe abruptly left a public meeting on Tuesday, June 28.
Online voting for Minnesota parks and trails license plate ends July 4
-Three entries remain in the DNR’s contest for a state parks and trails license plates.
Nice holiday weekend weather is forecast
-Should be a nice summer weekend for the Fourth of July holiday…with a little rain mixed in. WTIP’s Jay Andersen spoke with National Weather Service Meteorologist Carol Christenson.