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Commissioner discusses racism in Cook County, local schools

During a meeting of the Cook County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday, Sept. 26, the topic of racism occurring on the local level was addressed several times.

Remembering a fallen firefighter

Rhonda Silence-

The State of Minnesota recognizes the sacrifice of firefighters who have perished with the Fallen Firefighters Memorial at the State Capitol.

Beck court dates, trial delayed

Rhonda Silence-

Joshua Beck, the former Cook County Health and Human Services director, was scheduled for a second appearance before Judge Michael Cuzzo on Sept. 26.

Sawtooth Mountain CEO discusses Health Center "funding cliff"

The Health Center Funding Cliff may become a reality in just days. If that happens, the Health Center Program will incur a 70% reduction to program funding.

Minnesota wolf population likely increased by 25 percent over last year

Associated Press (AP)-

Results from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ 2016-17 wolf population survey suggest Minnesota’s wolf population has increased 25 percent since the 2015-16 survey.

Wildlife researcher seeks support to solve mystery of brainworm transmission in moose

Scientists believe moose acquire an often deadly brainworm in Minnesota when they eat snails and slugs carrying the parasite’s larvae.

Weekend News Roundup for September 23

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

Forest Service seeks comments on possible expansion of Lutsen Mountains

Rhonda Silence-

If you have thoughts on the possible expansion of the Lutsen Mountains Ski Area, the time to comment is now.

Cook County Schools. Photo by Joe Friedrichs

Superintendent discusses racism at ISD 166

During a meeting of the ISD 166 School Board on Thursday, Sept. 21, the topic of racism in the local school system was addressed.

Waterfowl hunting season starts this weekend in Minnesota

Duck hunting is expected to be good when Minnesota’s regular waterfowl season opens a half-hour before sunrise on Saturday, Sept. 23.