Public Affairs
John Morrin on ideas and purpose behind 'Undoing Racism' workshops
-Bob Carter spoke with John Morrin of Grand Portage Sept. 23 regarding the 'Undoing Racism' workshop being offered locally Oct. 3-5, what it's about, and why it's important. John is a core trainer for the workshop, which is offered by the People's Institute for Survival and Beyond.
Rich Harwood on creating community through public broadcasting
-Ann Possis spoke recently with Rich Harwood, founder/president of the Harwood Institute for Public Innovation, and author of "Why We're Here: The Powerful Impact of Public Broadcasters When They Turn Outward," about WTIP's focus on community engagement.
SRO at community center public meeting
-Over 100 people crowded the Commissioners Room at the Cook County Courthouse Tuesday to listen, ask questions and express opinions on the proposed new community center.
Mayor Carlson talks about city involvement in community center planning
-Due to prior contractual commitments, the City of Grand Marais has been prevented in participating in community center planning.
Rep. Dill predicts special session
-The end of this year’s legislative session is drawing to an end and District 6-A Rep. David Dill expects it to go into extra innings.
Rep. David Dill interviewed on the current legislative session
-David Dill is the DFL Representative from District 6A. He spoke with WTIP’s Jay Andersen recently on “Daybreak”. His health and the state budget were main topics.
First Thursday Community Conversation for March: a 1% sales tax update
-On November 3rd 2009, Cook County voters overwhelmingly approved a 1% local option sales tax.
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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.
Rec Park bathhouse goes solar
-Last week a small crew—helped by a crane—hoisted solar panels onto the roof of a bathhouse in the Grand Marais Rec Park. Mark Morgan is installing the panels on the bathhouse roof.
Empty Bowls fundraiser draws attention to growing demand for food support
-Empty Bowls, an international event to raise money to fight hunger while promoting art and community action, takes place at the First Congregation Church in Grand Marais this coming Thursday.
