News & Local Affairs
The latest update from the Grand Portage Band of Lake Superior Chippewa
Rhonda Silence-As part of our ongoing coverage of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on North Shore, here is the latest update from Grand Portage.
Community spread, testing capacity questions arise after first Cook County COVID-19 case
Joe Friedrichs-Following the first confirmed case of the new coronavirus in Cook County, local healthcare officials in Grand Marais and Cook County continue to hear questions about the local testing capacity for COV
ISD 166 teachers union supports systemic change to eliminate racism
Rhonda Silence-The School District 166 teachers union, known as the Cook County Education Association (CCEA), issued a statement on June 12, clearly stating that it supports systemic change to eliminate racism.
County commissioner will resign to assume Grand Portage Tribal Council position
Rhonda Silence-Cook County Commissioner Robert "Bobby" Deschampe has informed WTIP that he will resign from his post on the county board in August.
Cook County Chamber workforce recruiting resumes
Rhonda Silence-In 2019, the Cook County Chamber created a position to help fill the worker shortfall here on the North Shore.
North Shore restaurant and bar employees required to wear masks, state says
Joe Friedrichs-On June 10, Minnesota moved into phase three of its ‘Stay Safe Plan’ regarding the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Lake County emergency management director announces retirement plans
Joe Friedrichs-BJ Kohlstedt, the Lake County emergency management director, has announced that she is retiring in August.
An update on the legislative special session, tribal rights to clean water
Joe Friedrichs-Recent comments from state Sen.
Businesses destroyed by April 13 fire get go-ahead for cleanup
Rhonda Silence-A devastating fire destroyed three buildings in Grand Marais on April 13.


