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MN Sea Grant focusing on green infrastructure

Clean water is a topic that means a great deal for many who call the North Shore area their home.

Speaking with Representative Ecklund on spring break

The Minnesota Legislature took a short break over the Easter/Passover holiday.

EDA treasurer talks about Lutsen housing

The Cook County/Grand Marais Economic Development Authority (EDA) is seeking bond funding for its Lutsen rental housing project.

County to host informational meeting on bonding projects

Rhonda Silence-

In February, the Cook County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution to issue capital improvement bonds, for a not-to-exceed amount of $9.8 million.

Injured skier returns to thank rescuers

Rhonda Silence-

The Lutsen Ski Patrol and Cook County Ambulance frequently responds to injureis at Lutsen Mountains Ski Area. Most of the injuries are relatively minor, but occasionally there are serious injuries.

How secure are our elections?

Rhonda Silence-

At the end of March, Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon received a federal security clearance of “secret,” one of 20 state election officials nationwide with this clearance.

Grand Portage primary election narrows ballot for June election

Rhonda Silence-

The Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa held its primary election on Tuesday, April 3.

LSProject: The story of "the Pond" in downtown Grand Marais

Most local residents know that an area of downtown Grand Marais has a periodic flooding problem. But what may not be well known is the history of that area.

County prepares for 2018 property-valuation process

In 2018, staff from the Cook County Assessor’s Office will again be reviewing all properties in the City of Grand Marais.

Congressional Candidate Lee shares thoughts on issues facing the 8th

Michelle Lee is a former Duluth television news anchor in Duluth and is now seeking the DFL nomination for Congress in the 8th District. Lee recently spoke with WTIP's Jay Andersen about why