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New North Shore hostel faces plumbing dilemma

The owners of the Hungry Hippie Hostel near Hovland are dealing with a state inspection of their plumbing that has led to potential hardships.

EDA advances on housing fronts

Joint EDA moves ahead on workforce housing. WTIP’s Jay Andersen spoke with Economic Development Authority president Howard Hedstrom.

New rules for AIS control

Next time you get a fishing license you’ll be asked to sign a statement that shows you know the rules for curbing aquatic invasives in the state.

Lexi Bruno (left) and Erin Denny. Photo by Joe Friedrichs

Journey around Lake Superior involves a night in Grand Marais

A pair out of Duluth are currently attempting to paddle around Lake Superior this summer on sea kayaks.

Typical June weather, some sun and some rain

Cooler temps and on and off rain forecast for the front of this week. WTIP’s Jay Andersen spoke with National Weather Service Meteorologist Dean Melde (Mel-dee).

Top honor given to Split Rock lighthouse keeper

The manager of Split Rock Lighthouse along the North Shore was presented with a prestigious award recently.

WTIP Weekend News Roundup for June 11

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

Solar panels find a welcome home on co-op's roof in Grand Marais

There are some new additions to the Cook County Whole Foods Co-op. And they come in the form of solar panels.

Dave and Amy Freeman relax with Chef Lukas Leaf at camp on Rush Lake in the BWCAW. All photos by Joe Friedrichs

A reporter and a chef join Dave and Amy Freeman in the Boundary Waters

WTIP’s Joe Friedrichs and Chef Lukas Leaf recently joined Dave and Amy Freeman at their camp on Rush Lake in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.

Summery weather in the forecast for this weekend

Temperatures could get up into the high 70’s this weekend and the weather will feel more like early summer than in recent weeks. WTIP’s Jay Andersen spoke with National Weather Servi