Local News
Fika Coffee owner travels to Guatemala on caffeinated adventure
-The owner of Fika Coffee took a trip to Guatemala earlier this month in search of the perfect roasting bean.
WTIP wins AP broadcasting awards
-The following are WTIP staff and volunteer award winners in the 2015 Minnesota Associated Press Broadcasters news contest.
Health Care Foundation awards grants
-The North Shore Health Care Foundation quarterly awards grants to local health-oriented organizations and agencies. This time Around they had more applicants than funds.
A little snow, a little cooler as March moves on
-A little snow with some accumulation is expected in the front part of this week. In the meantime temps will be just about what we expect for March…maybe a bit cooler.
WTIP Weekend News Roundup for March 19
-Each week the WTIP news staff compiles a review of news from the previous five days. Wolves – or the lack thereof – are back in the Isle Royale news.
Superior Hiking Trail rerouted near Pincushion
-A 700-ft. section of the Superior Hiking Trail has been rerouted near Pincushion Mountain and the Gunflint Trail.
Silver Bay: the North Shore town without Bent Paddle beer
-The Silver Bay City Council voted earlier this month to ban Bent Paddle brewery products from the city’s municipal liquor store.
Nice winter weather returns for the weekend
-No more snow in sight, but maybe a little rain and cooler temperatures.
"Hunger Hero" initiative will aid local residents
-March is National Food Shelf Month and the North Shore Federal Credit Union is offering to match donations as part of its "Hunger Hero" initiative.