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More thawing as the week goes on

Looks like some chilly weather at the front of the week, but warming up considerably as the week progresses. WTIP’s Jay Andersen spoke with National Weather Service meteorologist Amanda Graning.

The role of Cook County Search & Rescue

The Cook County Search and Rescue team is a valuable asset to local law enforcement and for the safety of those who could encounter dangerous situations while traveling through the remote areas along

Lake Superior streams: How cold is cold enough?

A species of fish along the North Shore is being used to help understand possible warming trends for Lake Superior streams and rivers. WTIP’s Joe Friedrichs has this report.

WTIP Weekend News Roundup for February 27

Each week the WTIP news staff compiles a review of news from the previous five days. Mining issues were again in the news this week.

After Action Report discussed by emergency management teams

This past fall’s cross border emergency response training has been analyzed by FEMA and participants.

Good weekend to get out and play in the snow

Looks like a pretty nice weekend for skiers and snowmobilers and the rest of Cook County winter lovers. Comfortable temperatures and a little measurable snow.

Green Dollar food survey results discussed at City

The Grand Marais City Council met this week to discuss a colocation space for broadband use and the surprising results of a Green Dollar food survey.

Super Tuesday, March 1 is caucus night

Minnesota's caucus night is coming Tuesday, March 1st.

Commissioners discuss county land development outside the city

The County Board met Tuesday and the discussion, not surprisingly, turned to the Dollar General store issue. WTIP’s Jay Andersen spoke with Commissioner Gary Gamble.

County discusses Dollar General, retail development

The topic of a Dollar General store near Grand Marais reached the Cook County Commissoners during a public meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 23. WTIP's Joe Friedrichs has this report.