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PolyMet permit process sign. Photo by Joe Friedrichs

Minnesota publication asks if PolyMet, Twin Metals can fight climate change

An article published last week in the online publication MinnPost explores the notion of what role proposed copper-nickel mines in northeastern Minnesota can play in defeating climate change.

City hall in downtown Grand Marais. WTIP file photo

City sets preliminary levy, preps to talk trees at October meeting

Joe Friedrichs-

There was a meeting of the Grand Marais City Council Sept. 11 at city hall in downtown Grand Marais.

Radio Waves Evening, 2019 (Photo by Will Moore)

WTIP Radio’s 12th annual Radio Waves festival reports a diverse music lineup and high attendance

Staci Drouillard-

September 13, 2019—Grand Marais, MN—In keeping with Radio Waves tradition, the Cook County Community Swing Band filled the large stage on Friday, September 6, at Sweethear

County considers tax implications for short-term rentals

Joe Friedrichs-

There was a meeting of the Cook County Board of Commissioners Sept. 9 at the courthouse in Grand Marais.

North Shore businesses find the benefits of 'going green'

Joe Friedrichs-

A variety of local businesses in Cook County are finding firsthand some of the benefits within the green movement.

County Administrator Jeff Cadwell. WTIP file photo

Jeff Cadwell resigns to take administrator job in Mahnomen County

Joe Friedrichs-

Cook County Administrator Jeff Cadwell submitted his letter of resignation Sept. 10. His last day with the county will be in mid-October.

Commissioner Heidi Doo-Kirk. WTIP file photo

Doo-Kirk to host 'coffee with the commissioner' events in Grand Marais

Joe Friedrichs-

Cook County Commissioner Heidi Doo-Kirk says she is looking to expand the means for direct communication between local residents and the elected officials serving on the county board.

A wolf is brought from Michigan to Isle Royale. Photo courtesy of National Park Service

Michigan wolf brought to Isle Royale as reintroduction effort continues

Joe Friedrichs-

Isle Royale National Park resumed its wolf translocation project this month. On Friday, Sept.

MN DNR hunter education instructors needed

Rhonda Silence-

In recent years, School District 166 began offering outdoor recreation safety programming to sixth grade students.

Deadline nears for Isle Royale Cultural Resources Management Plan comments

The deadline for comments on the draft Isle Royale National Park Cultural Resource Management Plan and Environmental Assessment is September 6.