Copper Country Today
260 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago -A weekly in-depth interview series highlighting the people who make Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula a great place to work, play and live.
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May 21, 2023 - Summer Health and Safety Update - Tanya Rule
May 21, 2023 10:13 - 25 minutes - 58.5 MBAs we head outdoors, Tanya Rule from the Western Upper Peninsula Health Department joined host Todd VanDyke to talk about summer food and water safety, safe swimming, ticks, and more. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
May 21, 2023 - Keweenaw Heartlands Update - Rich Bowman, Julia Peterson
May 21, 2023 10:10 - 25 minutes - 58.3 MBThe shift of thousands of acres of undeveloped land in Keweenaw County to public ownership via the The Nature Conservancy continues. Rich Bowman and newly-appointed Project Manager Julia Petersen join host Todd VanDyke with an update. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
May 14, 2023 - Michigan Technological University President Dr. Rick Koubek
May 12, 2023 18:41 - 25 minutes - 58 MBOn this segment of Copper Country Today, Michigan Tech President Dr. Rick Koubek and host Todd VanDyke talk about the university's adoption of the Finlandia University nursing program, MTU's continued growth, and other pertinent issues. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
May 14, 2023 - Copper Country Intermediate School District Superintendent James Rautiola
May 12, 2023 18:36 - 25 minutes - 58.7 MBOn this segment of Copper Country Today, Copper Country Intermediate School District Superintendent James Rautiola talks with host Todd VanDyke about the need for teachers, and the status of public education in the area as the end of the school year approaches. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
May 7, 2023 - Houghton City Manager Eric Waara - Downtown Parking Deck Update
May 04, 2023 17:48 - 25 minutes - 58.7 MBOn this segment of Copper Country Today, Houghton City Manager Eric Waara spoke with host Todd VanDyke about the upcoming demolition of the big downtown parking deck, and what will happen to the land afterward. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
May 7, 2023 - Visit Keweenaw - Brad Barnett
May 04, 2023 17:45 - 25 minutes - 58 MBOn this segment of Copper Country Today, Visit Keweenaw's Brad Barnett talked with host Todd VanDyke about the recent winter tourist season, and what's expected in the upcoming summer season. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
April 30, 2023 - Karen Lahti, RE/MAX Douglass - Copper Country Real Estate Market
April 27, 2023 19:38 - 25 minutes - 35.5 MBAs the snow melts, the Copper Country home buying season heats up. Karen Lahti from RE/MAX Douglass Real Estate talked with host Todd VanDyke about market conditions, and what buyers and sellers should do to achieve success. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
April 30. 2023 - Great Lakes Shipwrecks
April 27, 2023 19:32 - 25 minutes - 35.5 MBThe remains of two of three vessels that were lost in a Lake Superior November Storm in 1914 after sailing from Baraga were recently discovered. Corey Adkins from the Great Lakes Shipwreck Historical Society talks with host Todd VanDyke about the ships, and life on the lakes a century ago. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Por...
April 23, 2023 - Equipment Loans of the Keweenaw - Jen Shaud, Monica Aho, John Velat
April 20, 2023 19:29 - 25 minutes - 59.2 MBAdaptive equipment for those with physical disabilities is expensive and hard to get - especially for athletes. Jen Shaud, Monica Aho and John Velat of Equipment Loans of the Keweenaw talk with host Todd VanDyke about their mission to make sure such equipment is available to users in the Copper Country, and about opportunities for disabled athletes. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, a...
April 23, 2023 - Kevin Harju, Houghton County Road Commission
April 20, 2023 19:24 - 25 minutes - 57.6 MBSpring brings potholes and road construction. Kevin Harju from the Houghton County Road Commission joined host Todd VanDyke to talk about summer projects, load limits, and the damage caused by recent flooding. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
April 16, 2023 - Child Abuse and Sexual Assault - Paige Setter-Hallwachs, Tami Sleeman
April 14, 2023 18:03 - 25 minutes - 58.3 MBOn this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke discussed the dual problems of child sexual abuse and adult sexual assault with Paige Setter-Hallwachs of Dial Help, and Hancock Police Chief Tami Sleeman. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
April 16, 2023 - Isle Royale National Park - Denice Swanke
April 14, 2023 17:57 - 25 minutes - 58.5 MBOn this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke talks with Isle Royale National Park Superintendent Denice Swanke about changes at the park this summer, and ways to enjoy the wilderness island. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
April 9, 2023 - Baraga County ATV Trails, Barb McEwen and Harry Miron
April 07, 2023 14:06 - 25 minutes - 58.1 MBBaraga County is working on a major ATV trail upgrade. Barb McEwen and Harry Miron from the Baraga County Trail Authority spoke with host Todd VanDyke about the project, and what it will mean for Baraga County. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
April 7, 2023 - Portage Health Absorbs Dial Help - Kevin Store, Rebecca Crane
April 07, 2023 14:02 - 25 minutes - 58.6 MBThe Portage Health Foundation is taking over Dial Help. Host Todd VanDyke talked with PHF Executive Director Kevin Store, and Dial Help Executive Director Rebecca Crane about what the move means for both organizations. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
April 2, 2023 - Child Abuse and Neglect - Iola Brubaker, Keweenaw Family Resource Center
April 02, 2023 00:37 - 25 minutes - 58.7 MBApril is Child Abuse and Prevention Month. Host Todd VanDyke talks with Iola Brubaker from the Keweenaw Family Resource Center about progress on this stubborn issue, and what to do if you think a child is at risk. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
April 2, 2023 - From the Ground Farmers Market Collective with Jake Ten Harmsel
April 02, 2023 00:34 - 25 minutes - 58 MBFarmer's markets are popping up all over the Copper Country. Grower Jake Ten Harmsel of the From the Ground Farmers Market Collective talks with host Todd VanDyke about local farming and connecting with consumers. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
March 26, 2023 - Finlandia Foundation President Anne-Mari Paster
March 26, 2023 01:49 - 25 minutes - 47 MBWith the closing of Finlandia University, the national Finlandia Foundation is moving to provide support to maintain Hancock's Finnish American Heritage Center and its related programs. Foundation President Anne-Mari Paster talked with host Todd VanDyke about the foundation, its activities, and its plans for the Heritage Center. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3...
March 26, 2023 - MTEC SmartZone - David Rowe
March 26, 2023 01:42 - 25 minutes - 46.4 MBThe MTEC SmartZone is one of the Keweenaw's primary business development drivers. CEO David Rowe talked with host Todd VanDyke about the organization's mission, successes, and plans. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
March 19, 2023 - Summer Highway Construction, Dan Weingarten, Michigan Department of Transportation
March 18, 2023 22:35 - 25 minutes - 58.4 MBThe advent of spring also portends the start of orange cone season. On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke talks with Dan Weingarten from the Michigan Department of Transportation about this summer's construction projects. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
March 19, 2023 - Spring Severe Weather - Matt Zika
March 18, 2023 22:29 - 25 minutes - 58.3 MBThe return of spring also brings the return of potential severe weather. On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke talks with matt Zika from the National Weather Service office in Marquette about what to watch for, how to stay safe, and the really abnormal winter we're closing out. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored b...
March 12, 2023 - Timothy Pinnow, Finlandia University Closing
March 11, 2023 22:20 - 25 minutes - 28.7 MBOn this segment of Copper Country Today, Finlandia University President Timothy Pinnow talks with host Todd VanDyke about the difficult decision to close the college, and what the future holds for its institutions, infrastructure and students. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
March 12, 2023 - Houghton City Manager Erica Waara - Walmart Tax Fight, Parking Deck Update
March 11, 2023 22:13 - 25 minutes - 29.6 MBOn this segment of Copper Country Today, Houghton City Manager Eric Waara talks with host Todd VanDyke about the city's battle with Walmart over the giant retailer's property tax rate, and the latest on the upcoming demolition of the downtown parking deck. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
March 5, 2023 - New Western Upper Peninsula Sanitary Health Code - Tanya Rule
March 05, 2023 02:20 - 25 minutes - 29.3 MBFive counties in the western Upper Peninsula are considering adopting a new sanitary health code. Tanya Rule from the Western U.P. Health Department talks with host Todd VanDyke about what it includes - and what it doesn't. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
March 5, 2022 - Superior Fab Lab
March 05, 2023 02:15 - 25 minutes - 29.1 MBA group in the Copper Country is helping to facilitate people who like to make things. Host Todd VanDyke talks with members of the Superior Fab Lab. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
February 26, 2023 - Houghton City Planning Commission Quality of Life Survey
February 24, 2023 16:53 - 25 minutes - 58.4 MBHoughton city planning commission chair Tom Merz and host Todd VanDyke discussed the city’s recent quality of life survey, the new five-year plan process that's beginning, and the role of the planning commission in guiding the progress of the city. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
February 26, 2023 - Lake Linden School Resource Officer
February 24, 2023 16:48 - 25 minutes - 58.4 MBSeveral Copper Country school districts are bringing police officers into their facilities. Host Todd VanDyke talked with Lake Linden-Hubbell superintendent Brad Codere and their new school resource officer, former Lake Linden police chief Tom Rosemurgy, about the program, and the benefits they hope it will provide. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The prog...
February 19, 2023 - Keweenaw Heartlands with Rich Bowman
February 18, 2023 16:07 - 25 minutes - 29 MBTens of thousands of acres of undeveloped land in Keweenaw County are being transitioned into public control. Rich Bowman from The Nature Conservancy updated host Todd VanDyke about the progress of the Keweenaw Heartlands project. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
February 19, 2023 - Keweenaw Wild Ones with Marcia Goodrich
February 18, 2023 16:01 - 25 minutes - 29.3 MBWith just a little effort, your lawn and garden can be made much more environmentally friendly by using native plants. Marcia Goodrich of Keweenaw Wild Ones discussed the options with host Todd VanDyke. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
February 12, 2023 - Baraga County Prosecutor Joseph O'Leary
February 12, 2023 06:38 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBBaraga County Prosecuting Attorney Joseph O'Leary recently announced that he would stop negotiating plea deals for those accused of manufacture and distribution of methamphetamine. He spoke with host Todd VanDyke about why he made the decision, and the effect he hopes it will have. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Hea...
February 12, 2023 - Keweenaw Hope Survey
February 12, 2023 06:33 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBThe group Building A Resilient Copper Country, which is made up of a number of community service organizations, is conducting a survey of residents' attitudes toward mental illness and addiction. Host Todd VanDyke talked with Michelle Morgan from Keweenaw Support for healthy Minds, Alysa Cherubini-Sutinen from U.P. Kids, and Gail Plowe from the Western Upper Peninsula Health Department. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 F...
February 5, 2023 - National Parks of Lake Superior Foundation with Tom Irvine
February 03, 2023 14:58 - 25 minutes - 46 MBCould the five national parks on Lake Superior become carbon neutral? Tom Irvine of the National Parks of Lake Superior Foundation would like to see that happen, and talked about the possibilities with host Todd VanDyke. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
February 5, 2023 - CopperDog 150 Sled Dog Race with Doug Harrer
February 03, 2023 14:53 - 25 minutes - 47.4 MBThe CopperDog 150 Sled Dog Race is just a month away. Doug Harrer and host Todd VanDyke previewed changes at this year's event, and talked about the need for volunteers. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
January 29, 2023 - Houghton Mayor Pro Tem Joan Suits
January 28, 2023 09:25 - 25 minutes - 46.9 MBTurmoil has engulfed the Houghton City Council. Mayor Pro Tem Joan Suits joined host Todd VanDyke with thoughts about the controversy and challenges facing the group. We invited Mayor Brian Irizarry to be a guest, and were sorry when he refused. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
January 29, 2023 - Copper Country Recycling Initiative with Susan Burack and Carol Ekstrom
January 28, 2023 09:21 - 25 minutes - 46.5 MBRecycling efforts continue to grow in the Copper Country. Susan Burack and Carol Ekstrom from the Copper Country Recycling Initiative talked with host Todd VanDyke about the latest developments. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
January 22, 2023 - Copper Country HAM Radio - Don and Simon LaFreniere
January 20, 2023 17:52 - 25 minutes - 59 MBHAM radio training begins soon in the Copper Country. Don LaFreniere from the Keweenaw County Repeater Association and the Copper Country Radio Amateurs Association and his son, Simon, spoke with host Todd VanDyke about their hobby, how to get started, and the important role HAM operater play in the community. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is...
January 22, 2023 - DNR Wolf Study - Brian Roell
January 20, 2023 17:46 - 25 minutes - 57.7 MBThe Michigan Department of Natural Resources has released its biennial report about wolves in the Upper Peninsula. DNR wildlife biologist Brian Roell talked with host Todd VanDyke about the facts, and the myths associated with wolves. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
January 15, 2023 - Houghton County Veterans Services - Joe Battisfore
January 13, 2023 19:07 - 25 minutes - 58.1 MBThere have been some big changes in Veterans benefits. Joe Battisfore from the Houghton County Veterans Affairs Office spoke to host Todd VanDyke about them, and other services offered locally. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
January 15, 2023 - Calumet Players with George Wagner
January 13, 2023 19:02 - 25 minutes - 58.6 MBThe Calumet Players are planning a spring production of The Miracle Worker. Host Todd VanDyke spoke with George Wagner about the group, and how people can become involved. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
January 8, 2023 - Kevin Store, Portage Health Foundation
January 07, 2023 22:56 - 25 minutes - 57.7 MBThe Portage Health Foundation is asking for community input as to the possibility of building a significant regional wellness center. Foundation Director Kevin Store joins host Todd VanDyke to talk about the possibilities, and how listeners can weigh in. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
January 8, 2023 - Heikinpäivä with Jim Kurtti
January 07, 2023 22:51 - 25 minutes - 59 MBHeikinpäivä returns to Hancock after a COVID-19 break. Host Todd VanDyke talks with Jim Kurtti of the Finnish Theme Committee about the history of the mid-winter festival, and this year's plans. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
December 18, 2022 - Lisa McKenzie, WUPPDR - Home Energy-Saving Grants
December 18, 2022 10:38 - 25 minutes - 29.1 MBOn this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke talked with Lisa McKenzie from the Western Upper Peninsula Planning and Development Region about grants available for low to moderate income families to make their home more energy efficient. NOTE: the second section of this week's program featured a rebroadcast of the discussion of RSV and the so-called "tripledemic," with Aspirus physician Dr. Tony Malik. It aired originally on November 27th. Copper Country Today airs throughout ...
December 11, 2022 - Keweenaw Trails - Ryan LaPorte and Mike McMahon
December 11, 2022 10:27 - 25 minutes - 20.4 MBOn this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke discusses the Keweenaw trail system with Ryan LaPorte of the Keweenaw Snowmobile Club, and Mike McMahon of the Keweenaw ATV Club. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
December 11, 2022 - Brad Barnett, Visit Keweenaw
December 11, 2022 10:22 - 25 minutes - 20.4 MBOn this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke talks with Visit Keweenaw's Brad Barnett about the recent summer tourist season, and prospects for upcoming winter tourism. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
December 4, 2022 - Sherry Middlemis Brown - Copper Country Angel Mission
December 01, 2022 18:35 - 25 minutes - 20.5 MBOn this segment of Copper Country Today, Sherry Middlemis Brown from the Copper Country Angel Mission talks with host Todd VanDyke about their Free Store, their Angel Tree Christmas program, and other services they provide. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
December 4, 2022 - Big Brothers Big Sisters
December 01, 2022 18:28 - 25 minutes - 20.4 MBMaggie Munch from U.P. Kids Big Brothers Big Sisters talked with host Todd VanDyke about how their program works, and how kids and adults can get involved. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
November 27, 2022 - Invest U.P. with Marty Fittante
November 22, 2022 21:39 - 25 minutes - 20.5 MBOn this segment of Copper Country Today, how does the economic development effort in the Keweenaw fit in with efforts being made across the peninsula? Host Todd VanDyke talks with Marty Fittante of Invest U.P. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
November 27, 2022 - RSV Illness - Dr. Tony Malik
November 22, 2022 21:35 - 25 minutes - 20.4 MBOn this segment of Copper Country Today, RSV is hospitalizing infants and seniors across the nation. Host Todd VanDyke talks with Dr. Tony Malik from Aspirus about how concerned we should be, and what to watch for. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
November 20, 2022 - Geoff Kimmerly, Michigan High School Athletics Association
November 19, 2022 11:59 - 25 minutes - 20.7 MBOn this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke talks with Geoff Kimmerly of the Michigan High School Athletics Association about high school sports, and their approach to the unique challenges facing Upper Peninsula schools. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
November 20, 2022 - Mike Lutz, Omega House
November 19, 2022 11:53 - 25 minutes - 20.2 MBOn this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke talked with Mike Lutz from Omega House about the end-of-life services they provide. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.
November 13, 2022 - Deer Hunting Preview
November 13, 2022 03:51 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MBOn this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke previewed the upcoming firearm deer hunting season with John DePue and Mark Pomeroy from the Michigan DNR. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 WCCY 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Portage Health Foundation.