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Fall weather slowly moves in

The weather will feel a lot like fall this weekend. WTIP’s Jay Andersen spoke with National Weather Service Meteorologist Mike Stewart about chilly lows and highs in the upper 40’s.

Grand Portage biologist discusses 2016 moose hunt

The Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa and the Bois Forte Band of Chippewa will take a combined total of 10 bull moose in northeastern Minnesota this year.

Commissioners to host town hall meetings focusing on levy, tax dollars

A majority of the Cook County Commissioners are hosting town hall meetings before Nov. 2.

Forest Service continues work on South Fowl snowmobile trail

The South Fowl Snowmobile Trail is a popular location for winter recreation. The Forest Service has recently been conducting work on clearing and improving the trail.

Special deer hunt permits now required at Cascade River and Judge Magney state parks

There are changes to requirements for hunting in two North Shore parks this fall. WTIP's Joe Friedrichs spoke with the DNR about these changes. (Audio posted below)

US Bank Stadium holds up to 70,000 people. Photo by Joe Friedrichs

Members of WTIP staff attend Vikings game at US Bank Stadium

WTIP was given two press passes for the Vikings game on Oct. 9.

City to host series of meetings focusing on future of Grand Marais

Local residents and anyone with interest is invited to help shape the future of Grand Marais during a series of public meetings this week.

Weekend News Roundup for October 15

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

Carrie Jansen runs unopposed for school board

In preparation for the November 8 General Election, WTIP’s Jay Andersen has been interviewing local candidates about the challenges and opportunities of holding public office.

EDA presents budget request to county

The Economic Development Authority has approached the county board with a budget proposal.