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Update on group running around Lake Superior pushing baby stroller

A group of three friends, including one Grand Marais resident, are running around Lake Superior this summer. They are pushing all their gear in a baby stroller.

WTIP Weekend News Roundup for July 2

Each week the WTIP news staff compiles a review of news from the previous five days. New judicial responsibilities in the District. Iron Rangers want Twin Metals hearing held locally.

Citizens' Climate Lobby addresses climate change

The Citizens' Climate Lobby is a nonpartisan group working to spread the idea that each one of us can help to address climate change.

Commissioner exits public meeting in protest of 'social justice issue'

Cook County Commissioner Frank Moe abruptly left a public meeting on Tuesday, June 28.

Online voting for Minnesota parks and trails license plate ends July 4

Three entries remain in the DNR’s contest for a state parks and trails license plates.

County narrows search for health and human services director

Dave Lee, who was hired as director of the Public Health and Human Services Department for St. Louis County in April, has quit the post and is going back to the same position in Carlton County.

Nice holiday weekend weather is forecast

Should be a nice summer weekend for the Fourth of July holiday…with a little rain mixed in. WTIP’s Jay Andersen spoke with National Weather Service Meteorologist Carol Christenson.

City community visioning planning continues

The City of Grand Marais is moving along with its community visioning process and potential Legacy funding for two park plans. WTIP’s Jay Andersen spoke with Mayor Jay Arrowsmith DeCoux.

Alumni football game in Grand Marais a first of its kind

On Saturday night, July 2, there will be an alumni football game played in Grand Marais. WTIP's Joe Friedrichs spoke with one of the game’s organizers about the event.

LSProject: Why do we love Lake Superior?

Lake Superior is a big part of the landscape in northeastern Minnesota…and it has special meaning for most visitors and residents.