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DNR does not complete dye-trace study at Devil's Kettle

As reported by WTIP in March 2017, a waterfall that famously “disappears” into a hole at Judge C.R.

Outgoing Principal Nelson with some final thoughts

School District 166 Principal Adam Nelson is leaving the district for a new position, as superintendent of the Wrenshall School District. His last day will be January 1, 2018.

Garry Gamble to take questions on WTIP about tax survey

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This past September a property tax survey was compiled and distributed by a group of local residents formed under the name “Concerned Citizens for an Affordable Coo

Weekend News Roundup for December 16

Each week the WTIP news staff compiles a review of news from the previous five days. Snowy owls are invading Minnesota. Congressmen petition the Army Corps to act on carp study.

Cook County Schools. Photo by Joe Friedrichs

ISD 166 appoints new school board member

During a meeting Dec. 14, the ISD 166 School Board appointed Dan Shirley as the new school board member. Shirley will be representing District 5, a position previously held by Jeanne Anderson.

Doo-Kirk talks levy vote, commissioner salaries

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There was a meeting of the Cook County Board of Commissioners Tuesday, Dec. 12. The following discussion and action items occurred during Tuesday’s meeting.

Chamber director on workforce "Plan B"

There has been discussion recently in the community about coming up with a workforce plan if foreign workers are not available.

North House goes public with plans to purchase Dockside Fish Market

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During a meeting of the Cook County Economic Development Authority Tuesday, Dec.

County sets 17.5 percent levy increase

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During a meeting of the Cook County Commissioners Tuesday, Dec. 12, the 2018 levy was set at an increase of 17.5 percent.

County addresses tax issue for properties near Tait Lake

The WTIP News Department has been informed of a problem with the 2018 property-tax calculations for a number of properties located near Tait Lake.