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Conflicting wolf hunt plans floated in St. Paul

Two competing plans for a Minnesota wolf hunt in the fall will be discussed at a hearing today at the state Capitol.

Courthouse security measures taken by commissioners

Since the courthouse shooting in December, Cook County commissioners have been considering security measures for the safety of the public and courthouse staff.

Great Expectations reviews nine years as a charter school

The school board at Great Expectations held their annual retreat. Next fiscal year, the school will celebrate 10 years.

Rep. Dill introduces wolf hunt bill

A bill has been introduced calling for a wolf season to coincide with the firearms deer season -- a move Department of Natural Resources officials oppose.

Abandoned mines hold potential to capture wind energy

Minnesota’s Iron Range is pocked with ponds — abandoned open pit mines — that could help energy providers more efficiently use intermittent renewable energy sources, such as wind, to

Weekend News Roundup for January 21

Each weekend WTIP news produces a round up of the news stories they’ve been following this week.

ISD166 continues to face budget woes

ISD166 continues to face budget woes. The school board is taking steps, but less money from governments and declining enrollment will eventually mean more cuts.

Tim Kennedy talks about the Worldloppet Masters Tour

Tim Kennedy of Grand Marais has completed the Worldloppet Masters Tour, which means he’s skied all over Europe and North America. He’s also skied the American Birkiebeiner 30 times.

Bonding plan includes Lutsen Mts. water system

Gov. Mark Dayton today released a $775 million construction plan that includes money for a water pumping system for the Lutsen ski resort and its neighbors.

Sen. Bakk discusses upcoming legislative session

The Minnesota Legislature is back in session next week. One of the Minority Leaders in the Senate is 6th District Senator Tom Bakk. WTIP’s Jay Andersen spoke with Sen.