Local News
Most MN small businesses eligible for healthcare tax credits
Carah Thomas-A report released last month shows that the majority of Minnesota’s small businesses are eligible for healthcare tax credits under the new national healthcare reform law. The report, &
Local airports to receive federal grants
Jay Andersen-U.S. Senators Amy Klobuchar and Al Franken and Rep.
Weekend News Wrap Aug. 14
-Each week the WTIP News Department provides a summary of the stories it has been following that week. Tune in to WTIP's North Shore Weekend Saturdays from 7:00 to 10:00 a.
City discusses what to do with its burn pile
-The Grand Marais City Council has received several complaints about poor air quality when the city’s burn pile burns.
Candidate filings end Aug. 17
Jay Andersen-The filing period for city, ISD166 school board and North Shore Hospital board ends Tuesday, Aug.17. So far only a few candidates have filed.
Online parent seminar looks at college drinking
Carah Thomas-Going to college is a big transition, for students and parents. It offers students greater freedoms, challenges and choices.
Primary vote sets stage for change in county government
Jay Andersen-Voters in Commissioner Districts 3 and 5 went to the polls Tuesday and set the stage for what could prove to be a closely watched general election.
Garden produce welcomed at food shelf
Carah Thomas-Hey gardeners! Got green beans coming out of your ears? More zucchini than you can handle? If so, the Cook County Food Shelf wants to see you…..and your vegetables.
County lodging tax affects short-term private cabin rentals
Jay Andersen-Renting out your cabin or vacation home for less than 30 days at a time is a permitted use in Cook County, according to Tim Nelson, the county’s zoning officer.
