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WTIP wins four AP news awards

Winners in the 2013 Minnesota Associated Press Broadcasters news contest have been announced. WTIP will take home four at the Midwest Journalism Conference in Bloomington on March 28.

Weekend News Roundup for March 15

Each week the WTIP news team puts together a roundup of the week's news. A new oil pipeline is proposed. The public, the EPA and DNR all weighed in on a couple of different mining projects.

"Powerful Tools" Provided for Caregivers

It's important for caregivers to develop coping strategies and learn about tools available to take care of themselves. Care Partners of Cook County will offer "Powerful Tools for Caregi

Rep. Dill weighs in on House tax bill

The Minnesota House has passed a $500 million package of tax cuts and repeals. WTIP’s Jay Andersen spoke with District 3A Rep. David Dill.

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Eat for a Good Cause At Cook County Schools Fundraiser

The Cook County Education Foundation hosts the 11th Annual ‘Enriching Academics Through Sustenance’ fund raising event. Better known as ‘E.A.T.S’, the event is Thurs

Weekend News Roundup for March 8

Each week the WTIP news team puts together a roundup of the week's news. A new oil pipeline is proposed. The MPCA hedges on OKing copper mining water runoff.

North Shore forest restoration on WTIP’s First Thursday

The composition of the forest we see as we drive along the North Shore has experienced dramatic changes -- and not always for the better.

Forest Pest Detection Training in Cook County

The Cook County Invasive Team works to control the introduction and spread of invasive species across the county. Early detection is especially important, and forest pest detector tra

Meet the New Pastor in Grand Marais

Reverend Beth Benson is new to the community; and she looks forward to meeting you. WTIP host Mary Manning learns more in this interview.

Mush for A Cure on the Gunflint Trail - March 7 and 8

WTIP's Ann Possis talks with Sue Prom about the 8th Annual "Mush for a Cure," being held on the Gunflint Trail this weekend (March 7 and 8