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Family Planning could be affected by pending budget cuts

The Family Planning office in Grand Marais is a source for help with women’s reproductive health services. Director Kristen Blomberg is concerned funding cuts may negatively affect the program.

DNR changes moose and bear season rules

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has confirmed it will issue only half the number of moose hunting permits this year than last.

Winter Severity Index readings continue to climb

Deep snow across much of Northeastern Minnesota has pushed Winter Severity Index readings higher, according to figures released over the weekend by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources.

Weekend News Roundup for Feb. 26

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

DNR seeks comments on Finland area lake and stream management plans

Each year, The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) fisheries staff prepares or revises individual lake and stream management plans for several waters in each management area.

The Grand Marais Senior Center: not just for seniors

There’s always something going on at the Senior Center in downtown Grand Marais, and once a month folks from the center visit with us here at WTIP. Recently, Bill Shaffer and W

Hovland couple at Madison capitol collective bargaining protests

Dan and Lee Ross are artists who make their home in Hovland. They recently returned from a trip to visit family in Madison, Wisconsin where they have often participated in a large art fair.

Great Lakes Day - March 2nd

March 2nd is Great Lakes Day. It’s an event that takes place in Washington D.C.

Moose hunting permits could be halved due to declining population

Officials of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources say it is likely they will cut the number of moose hunting permits in half for this fall’s moose season.

Legacy Amendment has historical impact on county

In November of 2008, Minnesota voters approved the Clean Water, Land and Legacy Amendment to preserve Minnesota’s outdoors as well as its history and cultural heritage.