Copper Country Today
357 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day 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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Portage Lake District Library's Rabbit Island collaboration
May 23, 2021 11:58 - 25 minutes - 58.4 MBThe Portage Lake District Library is teaming up with the Rabbit Island School again this summer. Find out the details with Executive Director Dillon Geshel.
CCT 05-09 Portage Health Foundation
May 16, 2021 11:26 - 39 minutes - 91.3 MBKevin Store from the Portage Health Foundation discusses how the organization is beginning to find a cohesive purpose behind all of the projects it becomes involved with. We recap some of their most recent efforts and what can be expected in the future.
CCT 05-09 National Charrette Institute
May 16, 2021 11:26 - 25 minutes - 57.6 MBDirector Holly Madill talks about the history of the National Charrette Institute. It has developed a specific process to help local governments involve all necessary parties and the public to join together to solve an area's most complicated problems.
Civil Air Patrol
May 09, 2021 11:24 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MBKevin Cadeau and Commander Jeffrey Burl stop by to talk about the Copper Country Civil Air Patrol Squadron. The group was involved in the search for Cam Besonen. They also talk about various educational opportunities and their new cadet program for 12 to 21 year olds. If you are interested in learning more, the group meets Monday evenings at the Houghton County Memorial Airport. In-person gatherings will begin again after the COVID-19 pandemic is over.
Senior Design - Mechanized Swing
May 09, 2021 11:20 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBAll kinds of guests in this segment from May 2nd. Advisor Aleksandr Sergeyev along with Michigan Tech students Heather Harris, Joe Barbercheck, Seth Cherry, and Cole Kubick discuss a special Senior Design project for a disabled girl in Alabama.
CCT 04-25 Dial Help Sexual Assault Awareness Month
May 02, 2021 11:35 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBApril was National Sexual Assault Awareness Month. I talked with Dial Help about how they are leveraging the spotlight to raise the profile of such a serious issue locally.
CCT 04-25 Houghton County Recycling
May 02, 2021 11:28 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBBrad Austin from Recycle 906 talks about building a regional center in Marquette and how the new single-stream program in Houghton County fits into those plans. You can visit the transfer station in Atlantic Mine Tuesday through Thursday during normal business hours.
CCT 04-18 Segment B The Perils of Addiction
April 25, 2021 12:04 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBDr. Zach DeYoung from Upper Great Lakes Family Health Center discusses his experience treating addiction in the Copper Country.
CCT 04-18 Segment A Local 4-H'er elected to State Youth Leadership Council
April 25, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MBI sit down with Micaela Geberkoff from Houghton High School on being elected to the Michigan 4-H State Youth Leadership Council. Only 12 people are selected each year.
Michael Lutz - Omega House
April 14, 2021 10:55 - 25 minutes - 58.4 MBFresh off of a recent fundraiser, Omega House Executive Director Michael Lutz discusses the organization's history, the various programs it offers, and why community support is important to Omega House.
Heather French - Lake Linden/Hubbell Middle School-High School
April 14, 2021 10:50 - 25 minutes - 58.3 MBFresh off her nomination as Regional Teacher of the Year, Heather French talks about the process to crown a winner statewide. She talks about her teaching philosophy and how she handles teaching multiple subjects for multiple age groups, as well as what makes the Copper Country a great place to teach.
CCT 04-04-21 Segment B Severe Weather
April 05, 2021 10:44 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBMatthew Zika from National Weather Service - Marquette talks about what kinds of weather events threaten the Copper Country in spring and summer. He also talks about forecasting and advances in meteorological technology, plus how you can help provide data ranging from temperature to snow and rainfall totals.
CCT 04-04-21 Segment A MTU Jazz Program
April 05, 2021 10:37 - 39 minutes - 89.9 MBDirector of Jazz Studies at MTU Adam Meckler has big plans for the program. He's hoping to build on a rich history by adding some new faculty members. There's now a third ensemble, specializing this year in New Orleans brass music. Learn more about Tech Jazz and how you can keep up on their exploits in the coming months.
03-28 CCT Segment B : Real Estate Market
March 28, 2021 21:29 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBGretchen Janssen and Karen Lahti from RE/Max Douglass Real Estate in Houghton talk about the importance of the spring and summer for the area's housing market and today's historically tight conditions.
03-28 CCT Segment A : Barbara Kettle Gundlach Shelter Home
March 28, 2021 21:25 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MBExecutive Director Mary Niemela discusses moving to a new location in Calumet and how the public can help transform the space into a welcoming shelter for those dealing with domestic abuse.
CCT 03-21-21 Segment B UP and Moving!
March 22, 2021 11:02 - 27 minutes - 61.9 MBMichigan Tech Associate Professor Steve Elmer and graduate student Isaac Wedig talk about their work to get UP and Moving! off the ground. The program is designed to help create workouts that can be done from home with minimal equipment. They talk about their research on the benefits of regular exercise and how it might be important in the fight against COVID-19.
CCT 03-21-21 Segment A Veterans Service Offices
March 22, 2021 10:52 - 25 minutes - 58.4 MBHoughton County Veteran Service Officer Joe Battisfore and Keweenaw County's Derek Parkinen discussed splitting off a new branch in Allouez. They also talked about how they can help veterans with medical benefits, a new home loan, and much more.
Coast Guard Cutter Mesquite; Maple syrup
March 15, 2021 10:38 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MBGrant Dossetto talked with Eric Smith of WNMU on his recent presentation about the wreck of the Coast Guard Cutter Mesquite and its final resting place in Keystone Bay. Joe Miller from Superior Sugar Bush dishes on how maple syrup has gone from a hobby of his to a commercial enterprise. His trees have been tapped for almost a month now.
UP French Canadian History, KNA purchase of Gratiot River land
March 05, 2021 19:23 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBOn this week's Copper Country Today, Grant Dossetto spoke with Northern Michigan University historian Russell Magnaghi about the historical contributions of French Canadians in the Upper Peninsula. He was also joined by John Griffith of Keweenaw Natural Areas to talk about the group's attempt to purchase land on the Gratiot River between Conglomerate Falls and Lake Superior. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 WCC...
Finlandia Nursing, Upper Peninsula Substance Enforcement Team
February 26, 2021 17:08 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBOn this week's Copper Country Today program, the Finlandia Health Sciences program is settling into its new home at the former Hancock school. Todd VanDyke talks with Fredi de Yampert and Lori Sullivan about the program and the move. Grant Dossetto gets a drug enforcement update from the Upper Peninsula Substance Enforcement Team. 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 ...
Upper Peninsula Poet Laureate M. Bartley Siegel; Exchange Students with Lauren Scherr
February 21, 2021 00:17 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBOn this week's Copper Country Today program, Todd VanDyke meets the U.P.’s new poet laureate, M. Bartley Siegel. And, has the COVID-19 pandemic affected the status of high school foreign exchange students? Grant Dossetto talks with Lauren Scherr from from International Cultural Exchange Services. 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...
MainStreet Calumet, New Power Tour
February 08, 2021 18:44 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBOn this week's Copper Country Today, a grassroots effort is forming that could save some historic buildings in Calumet. Leah Polzien from Main Street Calumet brings details. And, after a very cold week, Todd VanDyke talks energy costs and solutions with Melissa Davis from New Power Tour. 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 ...
Copper Island Academy, CopperDog 150
February 05, 2021 20:16 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBOn this week's Copper Country Today program, a local charter school is being organized. Todd VanDyke talks with Nora Laho and Steve Aho from the Copper Island Academy. And, there will be a CopperDog 150 this year, but it will be different. Doug Harrer fills us 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.
MTU Winter Carnival; Houghton-Keweenaw Communities That Care
January 28, 2021 16:48 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBOn this week's Copper Country Today program, we get a Winter Carnival preview with Scott Sviland from the MTU Blue Key Society. Todd VanDyke talks with Hannah Butkovich from Houghton-Keweenaw Communities that Care about how the pandemic has affected their programs for middle and high school kids. 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...
Gail Ploe, FACE Program; Jeff Ratcliffe, KEDA
January 23, 2021 23:44 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBOn this week's Copper Country Today program, Todd VanDyke talks with Gail Ploe from the Western Upper Peninsula Health Department about a new effort that is trying to build support programs for family members and others close to those who are battling addiction. Jeff Ratcliffe from the Keweenaw Economic Development Alliance checks in with an update on how small businesses in the Keweenaw are faring as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw ...
Houghton Lakeshore Development; Western U.P. Health Department
January 16, 2021 21:01 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBOn this week's Copper Country Today program - where does Houghton stand now with the big parking deck? City manager Eric Waara lays it out. When can you get your COVID vaccine? Kate Beer from the Western Upper Peninsula Health Department brings the latest. 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.
Snowmobile Trails, U.P. Human Trafficking
January 10, 2021 00:47 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBThis week on Copper Country Today, Todd VanDyke hits the trails with John Stachler from the Keweenaw Snowmobile Club. And, Stephanie Krieger from the U.P. Human Trafficking Task Force brings us up to date on a serious problem that all too often stays under the radar. 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.
"Tomorrow's Talent Series"; New Year's Resolutions
January 02, 2021 03:10 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBOn this week's Copper Country Today program, a new effort is underway to introduce kids to great careers here in the Upper Peninsula. Cassy Tefft de Muñoz from Michigan Tech has details. Todd VanDyke asks Aspirus dietician Anna Mooi for some help in setting and keeping New Year's resolutions. 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 Por...
Copper Country Humane Society; UPCAP Dementia Class
December 26, 2020 17:26 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBOn this week's Copper Country Today, Joe Cooper brings an update from the Copper Country Humane Society. Host Todd VanDyke talks with Della Juliano from UPCAP, who provides advice for interacting with relatives who are dealing with dementia. Learn about a series of classes that begins soon. 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 Porta...
COVID-19 Forums; Portage Lake District Library
December 17, 2020 19:35 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBOn this week's Copper Country Today, Steve Elmer and Kelly Kamm from Michigan Tech share the latest on the virus, and wrap up the fall series of COVID-19 Town Halls they hosted. And, the Portage Lake District Library has launched a new winter reading program. Todd VanDyke talks with Dillon Geshel about that, and other library updates. 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 10...
Dr. Bob Lorinser, Dr. Douglas Tice
December 11, 2020 18:26 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBOn this week's Copper Country Today program, Todd VanDyke talks with new Western Upper Peninsula Health Department medical director Dr. Bob Lorinser about topics that include the new COVID-19 vaccine. And, orthopedic surgeon Dr. Douglas Tice from Aspirus shares advice about getting ready for the winter outdoor sports season. 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. Th...
Copper Country Alcoholics Anonymous, Finnish Independence Day
December 05, 2020 15:31 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBOn this week's Copper Country Today program, Todd VanDyke talks with two Alcoholics Anonymous leaders about maintaining sobriety in the holiday season during a pandemic. And, on Finnish Independence Day, Jim Kurtti from the Finish-American Heritage Center shares what freedom in the motherland meant to Finnish immigrants in the Keweenaw. 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...
Dial Help's Work with Abused Children; Portage Health Foundation Giving Tuesday
November 26, 2020 14:25 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBOn this week's Copper Country Today program, Todd VanDyke talks with Heather Saari from Dial Help, about a new approach they're taking to interact with abused children. Mike Babcock from the Portage Health Foundation shares how Copper Country residents can multiply their gifts to as many as 18 local nonprofits on Giving Tuesday. 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...
Little Brothers, Keweenaw Convention and Visitors Bureau
November 20, 2020 16:49 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBOn this week's Copper Country Today program, how did the pandemic affect our summer tourist season, and what are the prospects for winter? Todd VanDyke talked with Brad Barnett from the Keweenaw Convention and Visitors Bureau. Little Brothers will serve Thanksgiving dinners - but much differently than usual. Cathy Kass-Aten explained how the organization is adjusting to the COVID-19 pandemic. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV ...
COVID Update, Firearm Deer Season
November 13, 2020 21:46 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBOn this week's Copper Country Today, Todd VanDyke talks with Kate Beer from the Western U.P. Health Department about how our spiraling COVID-19 numbers have forced changes in how authorities are dealing with the pandemic. And, on Opening Day, we get our annual deer hunt update from John Depue and Mark Pomeroy of the 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 pr...
Rolf Peterson, Kristina Penfold
November 06, 2020 12:57 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBOn this week's Copper Country Today program, wolves are no longer federally protected. What will that mean to the U.P population? Todd VanDyke talks with wolf expert Rolf Peterson. Kristina Penfold from the Copper Country Intermediate School District discusses how local schools are teaching kids with developmental disabilities. 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....
Barbara Kettle Gundlach Shelter, Main Street Calumet
October 29, 2020 15:35 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBOn this week's Copper Country Today, the Barbara Kettle Gundlach Shelter celebrates 40 years serving victims of domestic violence, and prepares for a move. Todd VanDyke welcomes Mary Niemela, with the latest. And, a Red Jacket update - Todd talks with Main Street Calumet director Leah Polzien. 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 Po...
Houghton County Clerk Jennifer Kelly; Third District Candidates Glenn Anderson, Dan Holcomb
October 25, 2020 00:35 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBOn this week's Copper Country Today, Todd VanDyke talks with Houghton County Clerk Jennifer Kelly about her re-election bid, and about early voting procedures. Her opponent, Justin Kasieta, did not respond to our invitation to appear on the program. Todd also talks with the two candidates running for the third district county board seat - Democratic incumbent Glenn Anderson, and Republican challenger Dan Holcomb. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday morn...
Hancock City Council At-Large Candidates
October 17, 2020 01:08 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBOn this week's Copper Country Today, Todd VanDyke talks with the four candidates running for one at-large Hancock City Council seat. We hear from incumbent John Haeussler, and challengers James De Clerck, Margo Pizzi and Robert Stites. Why are they running, and what is their vision for Hancock? 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 P...
Houghton City Council Election
October 10, 2020 21:24 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBThis week on Copper Country Today, Todd VanDyke talks with the five candidates running for three open Houghton City Council seats in the November 3rd election. We hear from incumbents John Sullivan and Buck Foltz, and challengers Jan Cole, Brian Irizarry and Joan Suits. Find out where they stand on waterfront development and other issues. 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 WHK...
Greg Markkanen, Janet Metsa
October 01, 2020 17:14 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBOn this week's Copper Country Today program, Todd VanDyke talks with candidates for the Michigan 110th State House seat - Republican incumbent Greg Markkanen, and Democratic challenger Janet Metsa. 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.
Houghton County Commission Candidates; COVID-19 Update
September 25, 2020 20:04 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBThis week on Copper Country Today, Todd VanDyke talks with three candidates running for the Houghton County Commission - Amber Broderson and Tom Tikkanen in the first district, and Al Koskela in the second. Kate Beer from the Western U-P Health Department discusses the recent spike in COVID-19 cases, and why schools have been told to stop face-to-face instruction for two weeks. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM; 8:00 W...
Hancock City Council Third Ward Candidates
September 18, 2020 15:11 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBOn this week's Copper Country Today, Todd VanDyke talks with the three candidates running for the third ward seat on the Hancock City Council: incumbent John Slivon, and challengers Kurt Rickard and Tim Givens. We get a quick update about an exciting development at the Barbara Kettle Gundlach Shelter. And, we wrap up our series on Addiction in the Copper Country. 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 an...
Houghton County Sheriff's Candidates
September 10, 2020 16:12 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBOn this week's Copper Country Today program, we began our coverage of the November election by meeting the three candidates who will appear on the ballot for Houghton County Sheriff - incumbent Brian McLean, Josh Saarinen and Roger Sullivan. We got an update on the Parade of Nations from Will Schuett at MTU. And, our series on Addiction in the Copper Country continued. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM; 8:00 WCCY 99.3...
MTU COVID-19 Update; CCISD Superintendent George Stockero
August 28, 2020 15:31 - 52 minutes - 36.3 MBOn this week's Copper Country Today, Todd VanDyke talks with Steven Elmer and Kelly Kamm from Michigan Tech about the latest COVID news, and about a series of community COVID forums that will be presented this fall online, and on our station WOLV-FM, 97.7 The Wolf. George Stockero from the Copper Country Intermediate School District discusses the challenges of getting ready for an awkward start to the school year. And, our series on Addiction in the Copper Country continues. Copper Country ...
State of the Great Lakes Report; Houghton County Fair
August 22, 2020 17:38 - 52 minutes - 121 MBOn this week's Copper Country Today, EGLE’s annual "State of the Great Lakes Report" is out. Todd VanDyke talks with Emily Finnell and Stefanie Swart about the Copper Country's greatest natural resource. Chris Miller checks in from the Houghton County Fair - find out what activities will take place. Our Addiction in the Copper Country series continues, as well. 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 1...
Marlin Lee from the Calumet Theatre; Aspirus ophthalmologist Dr. Dustin Wasylik
August 14, 2020 23:54 - 52 minutes - 121 MBThis week on Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke talks with Marlin Lee about the pandemic’s effect on the Calumet Theatre, and shows that are still planned. Aspirus ophthalmologist Dustin Wasylik discusses children's eye health, as they head back to school. And, our series on Addiction in the Copper Country continues. 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 p...
Houghton city manager Eric Waara; John Griffith from Keweenaw Natural Areas
August 06, 2020 17:08 - 52 minutes - 121 MBOn this week's Copper Country Today program, Houghton just finished a major downtown parking study. Todd VanDyke talks with city manager Eric Waara about what they learned. John Griffith from Keweenaw Natural Areas shares information about the drive to open more Copper Country land to the public. And, our special series on Addiction in the Copper Country continues. 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 a...
Keweenaw Outdoor Recreation Coalition; Dial Help Victims Services
July 30, 2020 15:37 - 52 minutes - 121 MBOn the August 2nd edition of Copper Country Today, Todd VanDyke talks with Jim Vivian and Gina Nicholas from the Keweenaw Outdoor Recreation Coalition about their efforts to make more land accessible for public use. Virginia Lambert and Paige Setter-Hallwachs from Dial Help share information about the services they offer the victims of crime and sexual assault, and how community members can volunteer to assist their efforts. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula...
State Representative Greg Markkanen; Portage Lake District Library director Dillon Geshel
July 24, 2020 16:09 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MBState Representative Greg Markkanen provided an update about issues in Lansing that affect the Copper Country, including preparations to reopen schools in the fall. Dillon Geshel from the Portage Lake District Library provided an update about the library's services, as activities resume following the COVID-19 shutdown. 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 prog...