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Moratorium and possible IRRRB funding to help with city department move

While the moratorium vote on large developments was a good part of the recent city council discussion, other issues like a pending grant to assist with moving the city garage and PUC from the Rec Park

City imposes moratorium on development of a certain size and location

Wednesday night the city council passed a moratorium on buildings over 5,000 square feet in zones at either end of town.

Proposed zipline property goes up for sale

A property originally being developed as a zipline has gone up for sale as of the first of February.

Local educator nominated for 'Teacher of the Year' in Minnesota

ISD-166 Junior High Math Teacher Melissa Steele is currently up for a “Teacher of the Year Award” in the state of Minnesota.

WTIP offers new, online service for sharing area events and announcements

WTIP is excited to announce a new, user-friendly way for community members and local organizations to share information about area events and announcements. Anyone interested in sharing informat

Large turnout at special council meeting on Dollar General

Monday night the city council held a listening session for people interested in the projected Dollar General store development in Grand Marais. On “Daybreak” Jay Andersen spoke WTIP

Colder weather coming all week long, but no more snow

The snow will be tapering off, but replaced by dry, cold weather. Expect single and double digit below zero temps through the week.

Portage trails also impacted by heavy, wet snow

A mix of winter weather made a big impact on local trail systems earlier this winter.

WTIP Weekend News Roundup for February 6

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

Public reminded to be aware of wolves up Gunflint Trail

A number of reports have come in already this year involving wolf encounters with people up the Gunflint Trail. WTIP’s Joe Friedrichs reports on this story.