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City to end first phase of visioning process

The City of Grand Marais is completing a visioning plan survey and the response has been large.

The weather feels a bit more like January

The January thaw is slowly receding and the weather feels more like late January. WTIP’s Jay Andersen spoke with National Weather Service Meteorologist Joe Moore

AEOA conducts homelessness survey

The Arrowhead Economic Opportunity Agency (AEOA) is taking part in a national effort to record the number of homeless people in the area.

Citizens voice opinions on Lutsen rental housing project

There were varying opinions expressed by Cook County residents on Tuesday, Jan. 25 regarding a proposed housing project in Lutsen.

Workforce housing is big part of County Board discussion

Workforce housing is a big issue in Cook County and the commissioners heard opinions on it from the public and discussed funding support at length at their recent meeting.

Clinic strategic planning focus is on the "whole person"

It’s strategic planning time at Sawtooth Mountain Clinic. WTIP’s Jay Andersen spoke with clinic CEO Rita Plourde about “whole person health care” and new services.

LSP: Cook County's "Operation Skywatch" during the Cold War era

During the 1950s Cook County participated in "Operation Skywatch" -- a nation-wide organization utilizing local citizens to watch the skies for possible Russian aircraft.

Local Forest Service office aims to save by upgrading Internet capabilities

Joe Friedrichs-

In a move that will ultimately save taxpayer money, the Gunflint Ranger District office has upgraded its Internet connection capabilities.

Lake Effect performing at the 2016 Radio Waves Music Festival (photo courtesy of WTIP staff)

WTIP announces call for musicians for 2017 Radio Waves

Jana Kokemiller-Berka-

WTIP is pleased to announce the call for musicians for the 10^th Annual Radio Waves Music Festival - scheduled for September 8 to 10, 2017, at Sweetheart’s Bluff in the Grand Marais Re

GES starting to burst at the seams

Enrollment at Great Expectations School has just about reached its limit. WTIP’s Jay Andersen spoke with GES Administrator Peter James about options for the future expansion of the school.