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Budgets and more budgets: Grand Marais starts the process

Grand Marais Mayor Larry Carlson says the city will be meeting regularly through the rest of the year to put the 2012 budget in place.

Rep. Cravaack talks about debt ceilings, “Cut, Cap and Balance” and more

Eighth Congressional District U.S. Rep. Chip Cravaack spoke with WTIP’s Jay Andersen on “Daybreak” July 28.

County OKs one percent money for Arrowhead broadband project

The cost of fiber optic has increased as has the determination to make the county’s broadband system as long-lasting and trouble free as possible.

More Asian carp DNA found near Lake Michigan

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Scientists have turned up more genetic evidence of Asian carp above an electric barrier designed to keep them from invading the Great Lakes.

Rain, but then sun for Dragon Boats

The weather looks wet for Tuesday night and Wednesday, but it’s looking good for the Dragon Boat Festival this weekend. That plus bow echoes and big billowy clouds.

ISD166 will again need to borrow as state sets aside aid

As a part of the agreement reached by Gov. Dayton and legislative leaders, the bills recently signed into law once again will use school districts to help balance the budget.

Third Thursday Community Conversation with local businesswoman Jan Sivertson

She’s been an active businesswoman for decades -- both in Cook County and Duluth.

Current Ontario Fire Conditions

The smoke you may smell is coming from fires in Northwest Ontario.

Weekend News Roundup for July 23

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

Gunflint Canoe Races results

The annual Gunflint Trail Canoe Races took place Wednesday evening, July 2oth, and raised $14,500 for the Gunflint Trail Volunteer Fire Department.