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Smokey the Bear is pointing out that fire danger is HIGH. Photo by Rhonda Silence

Forest Service and DNR warn of high fire danger

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With fire danger increasing, campers and day use visitors to state and national forests on the North Shore should be extra vigilant when building and extinguishing campfires.  Permits for bu

The flag representing the Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa. Photo by Rhonda Silence

An update from the Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa on COVID and a slow reopening

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During the coronavirus, COVID-19 pandemic, WTIP Community Radio has been checking in with local government officials to learn more about community response to the virus.

Grand Marais ordinance changes could lead to different types of housing. Image courtesy of City of Grand Marais

City's draft housing ordinances available for review now

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There have been many efforts to meet the need for housing on the North Shore. The city of Grand Marais is one entity looking at housing supplies.


Grand Marais Playhouse productions are often featured on banners in downtown Grand Marais. File photo Rhonda Silence

Grand Marais Playhouse director shares thoughts on lease with school district

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The lease agreement between the Grand Marais Playhouse and School District 166 for use of the Arrowhead Center for the Arts has been the subject of quite a bit of discussion in the last week.

Sheriff Pat Eliasen - Photo courtesy of Cook County Sheriff's Office

Sheriff, county administrator both weigh in on access to "Passion Pit" beach

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There has been a great deal of discussion in the last week regarding public access to a beach off of Old Shore Road in Grand Marais.

North Shore Health and Care Center is located in Grand Marais. Submitted photo

Care Center in Grand Marais to allow outdoor visitations starting this week

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Outdoor visitation will be allowed among residents of the North Shore Health Care Center and their families and friends starting this week.


The Arrowhead Center for the Arts at School District 166 - Photo courtesy of the school

"Respect for All" Initiative discussions begin amidst Arts Center concerns

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On Friday, June 19, an announcement came from the Grand Marais Playhouse that the organization was being "evicted"from the Arrowhead Center for the Arts on the grounds of School Distric

Arrowhead Center for the Arts - File photo

Community expresses concern about future of Grand Marais Playhouse

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The lease agreement between the Grand Marais Playhouse and School District 166 for use of the Arrowhead Center for the Arts has not been on a school board meeting agenda for quite some time.

Sheriff squad car in the City of Grand Marais - Photo by Rhonda Silence

A look at the local law enforcement reports

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The Cook County Sheriff’s Office shared a