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Appeal expected regarding North Shore dairy farm inspection

The attorney for Lake View Natural Dairy recently told WTIP's Joe Friedrichs that he expects his client to file an appeal after a judge's ruling regarding inspection of the dairy&nbs

Spring fire danger season predicted to be dry

Even though there’s still lots of snow on the ground, when it goes, we’re predicted to be in a higher than normal fire danger season.

Park Board sets "Blue Tent" fee policy and OKs special events

The Grand Marais Recreation Park has a new fee policy for use of the “Blue Tent.” WTIP’s Jay Andersen spoke with park manager Dave Tersteeg.

Taconite Harbor Energy Center. Photo by Joe Friedrichs

A glimpse inside Taconite Harbor as closure process unfolds

The Taconite Harbor Energy Center in Cook County is set to go idle in September.

Stage Door: Little Red Robin Hood

'Stage Door’ takes us behind the scenes at the Grand Marais Playhouse.

"Light snow" is the phrase of the week

This week’s weather mantra is “light snow.” Almost every day we’ll see some snow and cooler temperatures.

Severe Weather Awareness Week starts next week

Severe Weather Awareness Week is coming up mid-month and the annual Emergency Services Conference rounds out April.

Pike Lake Road raises number of questions concerning local roadways

Pike Lake Road is frequently prone to potholes and frost boils as the seasons come and go. But many local residents who frequent the gravel road are claiming it is in very bad shape this year.

WTIP Weekend News Roundup for April 2

Each week the WTIP news staff compiles a review of news from the previous five days. Relief for Iron Range workers has finally materialized.

April brings awareness to child abuse in Cook County

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month.