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New fishing book showcases most Cook County lakes

A new fishing book is available for Cook County anglers and tourists. WTIP’s Joe Friedrichs spoke with the publisher of the book, Shawn Perich.

Chik-Wauk arrives to 2016 with series of changes

There are some changes this summer to the Chik-Wauk Museum & Nature Center located near the end of the Gunflint Trail.

Cook County Higher Education celebrates 20 years

Cook County Higher Education is celebrating its 20^th year of operation in 2016.

Spring lady slipper. Photo by Deb Benedict

Warmer weather on the way

Maybe a bit more rain this week, but definitely warmer temps after Monday. WTIP’s Jay Andersen spoke with National Weather Service Meteorologist Carol Christenson.

WTIP Weekend News Roundup for May 14

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

Everything one needs to know about portage trails, campfires and the Fishing Opener

It is the Fishing Opener this weekend in Minnesota, which likely means increased traffic in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and throughout the Superior National Forest.

Former Grand Marais resident shares details of Wheel of Fortune experience

WTIP's Joe Friedrichs spoke with Ahna Schulte about her recent appereance on the popular game show Wheel of Fortune.

Bob Pranis at Office Outpost in downtown Grand Marais. Photo by Joe Friedrichs

New video conference centers and office aim to expand Cook County communications

A collection of video-conferencing centers and a new office space in downtown Grand Marais have been created to further expand communications in the region.

DNR fire official talks conditions, etiquette as Fishing Opener approaches

Warm and dry conditions to start the month of May have officials from a variety of government agencies, in addition to outdoor enthusiasts, on high alert with regard to fire danger in northeastern Min

Jerry Hiniker at the Vinyl Nook. All photos by Joe Friedrichs

Record shop opens in downtown Grand Marais

A new record shop has opened in downtown Grand Marais. WTIP’s Joe Friedrichs spoke with the owner of the Vinyl Nook.