Copper Country Today

On this segment of Copper Country Today, with the summer reading program beginning, Portage Lake District Library director Katrina Linde Moriarty joined host Todd VanDyke to talk about the importance of reading, and the library's role.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Amy Lake from the Baraga Area Schools talked with host Todd VanDyke about the effort they are leading to help adults earn high school diplomas and GEDs.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Calumet is celebrating 150 years as a village. Host Todd VanDyke talked with village manager Megan Haselden about the community's history, and plans to celebrate this summer.

Bridgefest is near. On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke welcomed Katie Schlief, Todd Gast and Ryan Towles from the Bridgefest Committee with an update about the Keweenaw's biggest summer festival.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Nate Jones from the Calumet Theatre joins host Todd VanDyke to talk about the theatre's 125th anniversary, the chandelier project, and the summer schedule.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Copper Country Intermediate School District Superintendent Jim Rautiola joined host Todd VanDyke to talk about the past school year, and the CCISD millage request that will be on the ballot in August.

The house constructed by the high school building trades program is ready to show! Corey Soumis and Jim Rautiola from the Copper Country Intermediate School District discuss it, and the other trade options available to students, with host Todd VanDyke.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, with several recent high profile arrests of alleged sexual predators in the region, Michigan State Police Lt. Ben Eckola talked with host Todd VanDyke about ways to protect yourself, and your children.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Leah Polzien from MainStreet Calumet joined host Todd VanDyke with a look at summer highlights in the village, and the progress of efforts to restore historic buildings.

This is the 350th anniversary of the death of Father Jacques Marquette, the missionary and explorer who spent much time in the Upper Peninsula. On this segment of Copper Country Today, Daniel Truckey from the Beaumier Heritge Center at Northern Michigan University talks with host Todd VanDyke about Marquette's legacy, and a day-long event about him planned for May 19th.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Visit Keweenaw's Brad Barnett talks with host Todd VanDyke about the recent winter tourism season, and prospects for the upcoming summer.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Dr. Maria Bergstrom from Michigan Tech talks with host Todd VanDyke about the change in approach to education at the university included in its new Essential Education program.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Painesdale Mine and Shaft President Michael Prast joins host Todd VanDyke to talk about the history of the Champion Mine, and efforts to preserve Shaft House #4.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke talks with Oliver Loode of the Uralic Centre for Indigenous Peoples in Estonia and Jim Kurtti about the surprising roots of the Finnish language and culture, and efforts to have Hancock named a Finno-Ugric Capital of Culture.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke closed out Recycling Week with a conversation with Jonathan Nagel of the Copper Country Recycling Initiative. Hear what progress has been made, and what comes next.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Jake Tenharmsel and Gabriela Solorzano of the From the Ground Farmers Collective join host Todd VanDyke to discuss their summer farm markets, and how growers and patrons can get involved.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke talks with Hancock City Manager Mary Babcock about the state of the city, and upcoming summer projects.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Lake Linden-Hubbell School Superintendent Brad Codere joined host Todd VanDyke with information about the district's upcoming millage vote.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Houghton City manager Eric Waara joined host Todd VanDyke to talk about summer projects planned for the city.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Katie Schlief and Jason Swain from the Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce talk with host Todd VanDyke about their membership drive, and the services they provide to the area.

Houghton County is finalizing a proposal for a new jail, and wants public input. Sheriff Josh Saarinen and Faith Morrison from the Copper Country League of Women Voters talked with host Todd VanDyke about the planning process.

Elise Nelson and Faith Morrison from the Carnegie Museum joined host Todd VanDyke for a discussion about the current "Extraordinary Women of the U.P." exhibit, with a focus on women from the Keweenaw.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Copper Shores Victim Support Advocate Braydon Rachel talks about services available for those who have been sexually assaulted.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Kevin Weir from the Keweenaw Family Resource Center talks with host Todd VanDyke about their programs designed to help reduce child neglect and abuse.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Marcia Goodrich from the Wild Ones Keweenaw Chapter talks with host Todd VanDyke about the benefits of planting native flowers and shrubs in our gardens.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Jen Beaudette from the Copper Country Intermediate School District talks with host Todd VanDyke about preschool options for three and four-year-olds.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Brian Donnelly from Superior National Bank joins host Todd VanDyke with information about the latest financial scams directed toward consumers in the area.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke welcomes Michigan Technological University Vice President for Research Andrew Barnard to talk about the college's recent upgrade to R-1 status, and what it means to the community.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke welcomes Corey Suomis and Steve Aho for an update about the CCISD's Career and Technical Education program, the construction trades new home build.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Jeff Ratcliffe from the Keweenaw Economic Development Alliance talks with host Todd VanDyke about ongoing efforts to alleviate the region's housing shortage.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, ahead of the upcoming Bowl for Kids Sake event, host Todd VanDyke talks with Maggie Munch of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Western U.P. about the importance of mentorship.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke talks with Laurium Village Manager Ian Lewis about the recent fire at the Public Works garage, and the village's efforts to recover.

On this edition of Copper Country Today, Melissa Williamson and Joelle Adams from Keweenaw Roller Derby talk with host Todd VanDyke about their organization and their sport.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, in advance of the CopperDog 150, host Todd VanDyke talks with veteran musher and kennel owner Tom Bauer about what it's like to prepare for and compete in the race.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Michelle Morgan from Keweenaw Support 4 Healthy Minds talks with host Todd VanDyke about teen mental health and wellness, and their upcoming be Kind to Your Mind Youth Fair.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke talks with Krissy Tepsa and Tony Shepheard from the CopperDog 150 about the upcoming race, and volunteer opportunities.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke talks with Brian Rendel of the Copper Shores Community Health Foundation about efforts to expand support options for caregivers in the community.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke talks with Special Olympics Area Director Pam Bahrman about opportunities for local athletes, and the need for community support.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Ryan LaPorte from the Keweenaw Snowmobile Club joined host Todd VanDyke with an update about the local snowmobile trails, snowmobile safety, and how snowmobiling contributes to the local economy.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke talks with Iola Brubaker of the Copper Country Great Start Collaborative and Robin Meneguzzo of the Keweenaw Community Foundation about a new endowment that will help support early childhood programs.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke talked with Gogebic Community College President Chris Patritto and Copper Country Campus Director Anthony Schwass about the college's effort to ascertain what new programs might be needed in the area.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Michigan Tech Blue Key Society President Skylar Spitzley and Vice-President Owen Armstrong join host Todd VanDyke to preview the upcoming annual Winter Carnival.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke talks with Laurium Village Manager Ian Lewis about the possibility of changing the town from a village to a city, and other issues in the community.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Pete Baril from the Western Upper Peninsula Health Department talks with host Todd VanDyke about radon, asbestos and lead contamination in homes, and how to address it.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, David Maki from the Finnish American Heritage Center talks with host Todd VanDyke about the upcoming Heikinpäivä celebration, the Finnish American Folk School, and Sauna Week.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Becki Clouthier from the Copper Country Humane Society talks with host Todd VanDyke about their services, and the upcoming Raise the Woof comedy fundraiser.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke welcomes Houghton County Sheriff Josh Saarinen and Undersheriff John Giachino for an update on local law enforcement efforts.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Angela Price and Zachary Meston from unitē Mental Health and Wellness talk with host Todd VanDyke about their organization, and a new program to provide counseling for troubled youths.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke welcomes Keweenaw County Sheriff Curt Pennala and Deputy Jeremy Lassila for a discussion about the expansion of the Keweenaw Search and Rescue team, and their No Kids Without a Christmas campaign.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Omega House grief counselor Cynthia Drake talks with host Todd VanDyke about dealing with grief during the holiday season.