News & Local Affairs
DNR scientist ‘confident’ the mystery of Devil's Kettle is solved
-Well, it appears the mystery has been solved.
Study finds BWCAW has significant economic impact in northeastern Minnesota
-A recent study in northeastern Minnesota focused on the economic impact the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness has on the region.
Sheriff gives updates on county law enforcement activities
-Emergency management personnel for the county meet to coordinate for summer. Also an update on investigations underway. WTIP’s Jay Andersen spoke with Cook County Sheriff Pat Eliasen.
Local dairy loses legal appeal, aims for Supreme Court
-A Minnesota Court of Appeals has issued a decision confirming that the state’s Department of Health has the legal right (and duty) to inspect Lake View Natural Dairy and its non-pasteurized milk
Details emerge of Grand Marais seaplane service to Isle Royale
-For many years Cook County residents and visitors to the area have enjoyed taking a ferry from the mainland to Isle Royale National Park on Lake Superior.
First snow, cold, then warmer weather returns
-There’s snow in the forecast, maybe as much as 4 to 5 inches, but then things will warm up again. WTIP’s Jay Andersen spoke with National Weather Service meteorologist Mike Stewart.
Clinic has new policy on treating minors
-The Sawtooth Mountain Clinic has a new policy regarding health care for minors. WTIP’s Jay Andersen spoke with clinic CEO Rita Plourde and Clinical Manager Kate Surbaugh.
WTIP visits with Arrowhead Electric Cooperative interim manager
-Arrowhead Electric Cooperative is in a period of transition. The cooperative is in the process of searching for a general manager/CEO.
WTIP shares the latest law enforcement report
-The following is a record of calls made to the Cook County Law Enforcement Center from February 13 – February 19. These are the initial calls made to law enforcement dispatchers.
County Veterans Services Officer talks about transportation for vets
-Cook County Veterans Services assists community veterans in a variety of ways. One need that has been identified is transportation.


