Copper Country Today

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Dr. Tim Havens from Michigan Tech joins host Todd VanDyke for a discussion about artificial intelligence, how it's affecting Michigan Tech, and an upcoming forum at which the public is welcome.

As Domestic Violence Awareness Month opens, Mary Niemela from the Barbara Kettle Gundlach Shelter discusses the issue, their services, and activities they have planned.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke welcomes Visit Keweenaw director Brad Barnett for a review of the of the summer tourist season, a look at the fall color season, and the upcoming Plaidurday world record attempt.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Ginny Hemmer and Mark Miron from Omega House talk with host Todd VanDyke about grief, local resources to help deal with it, and an upcoming Community Grief seminar.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke welcomes Patrick O'Keefe, the receiver who is overseeing the dissolution of Finlandia University and its assets.

On this segment of Copper country Today, host Todd VanDyke talks with Portage Lake District Library Director Katrina Linde-Moriarty about library services, and recent upgrades to the facility.

On this edition of Copper Country Today, Jennifer Beaudette from the Copper Country Intermediate School District discusses the benefits of preschool, and options for parents, with host Todd VanDyke.

On this edition of Copper Country Today, Kelly Raffaelli and Mariana Nakashima from Michigan Tech talk with host Todd VanDyke about international students at the university, and the upcoming Parade of Nations and Multicultural Festival.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Democratic State Representative Jenn Hill, whose 109th District includes Baraga County, talked with host Todd VanDyke about state government issues.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Aspirus Keweenaw Nurse Practitioner Shannon Handler talks with host Todd VanDyke about health issues kids will face as they head back to school.

The Calumet Theatre is back! Host Todd VanDyke talks with Executive Director Jay Maki about their successful summer, theatre operations, and what's coming up.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke talks with Copper Country Intermediate School District Superintendent James Rautiola about the upcoming school year, changes that parents can expect, and the continuing need for fulltime and substitute teachers.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Rick Freeman and Debbie Winquist join host Todd VanDyke to preview the upcoming Houghton County Fair.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke talks with Michigan Economic Development Corporation CEO Quentin Messer, Jr., about how the Keweenaw fits into statewide economic plans.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, 110th District Republican State Representative Greg Markkanen brings an update from Lansing, including working with a Democratic majority, potential revisions to the road tax, and challenges within the state Republican party.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Rozsa Center director Mary Jennings talks with host Todd VanDyke about the upcoming entertainment season, and their new "pay as you are able" pricing system.

As efforts continue to honor 1913 Copper Strike leader "Big Annie" Clements with a statue, host Todd VanDyke talked with Death's Door author Steve Lehto about the strike, Clements' role, and the Italian Hall disaster.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke welcomes Finnish Consul General Jarmo Sareva for a discussion about the nation from which many Copper Country residents trace their ancestry.

Ginny Hemmer and Doug McKenzie of the Copper Country Recycling Initiative talked with host Todd VanDyke about hazardous materials in many homes, and efforts to find ways to dispose of them properly.

Halfway through the downtown Houghton parking deck project, City Manager Eric Waara stopped by with an update for host Todd VanDyke.

The Portage Health Foundation has changed its name to the Copper Shores Community Health Foundation, and taken on some unique commitments. Director Kevin Store talks with host Todd VanDyke about the changes.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Finlandia Foundation director Anne-Mari Paster returns with an update about their involvement with Hancock's Finnish-American Heritage Center.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Iola Brubaker and Julie Catherino join host Todd VanDyke to discuss the critical lack of child care in the Copper Country.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke talks with Western Upper Peninsula Planning and Development Region Director Jerry Wouronmaa about the housing shortage that has developed in the Keweenaw.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Rachel Pressley from the Western Upper Peninsula Planning and Development Region, and local growers Ashley Ten Harmsel and Drew Cramer talked with host Todd VanDyke about the Farm to School program, which provides locally grown food to kids receiving school lunches.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Alysa Cherubini Sutenen, Gail Ploe and Michelle Morgan discussed the results of the Hope Survey about community attitudes toward mental illness with host Todd VanDyke.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, the new commander of the Calumet State Police Post, First Lieutenant Jason Wickstrom, spoke with Todd VanDyke about the role of the state police, careers with the state police, and his previous work with the Upper Peninsula West Substance Abuse Team.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Robin Meneguzzo of the Keweenaw Area Community Foundation talks with host Todd VanDyke about their mission, and their work on the Keweenaw Highlands project.

With a busy summer underway in Calumet, Leah Polzien from Main Street Calumet talks with host Todd VanDyke about pasty art, Pasty Fest and more.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Chassell Lions Club members Judy Evert and Steve Palosaari preview the upcoming 75th annual Copper Country Strawberry Festival, and talk with host Todd VanDyke about why those Chassell strawberries taste SO darn good.

The Keweenaw County Historical Society's summer history program series is about to begin. Guest host Thomas Fournier talks with members of the society about their plans.

The effort continues to limit invasive species migration into Keweenaw bodies of water. Jade Stadler and Zoe Sterrif from the Keweenaw Invasive Species Management Area talk with host Todd VanDyke about what boaters and waterfront property owners can do to help.

Foreign exchange students provide many benefits in our high schools and our communities. Perhaps your family is interested hosting, or your student is interested in visiting. Host Todd VanDyke talks with Lauren Scherr from International Cultural Exchange Services.

The effort to save the historic Ford Sawmill at Alberta continues. Mike DeRochers, Dave Stimac and Wayne Abba bring an update, and discuss Ford's historical impact on the region with host Todd VanDyke.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, Michael Steber from Bridges Copper Country talks with Todd VanDyke about their effort to help Keweenaw residents work their way out of poverty.

On this segment of Copper Country Today, with Bridgefest just two weeks away, Katie Schlief and Ryan Towles join host Todd VanDyke for a preview of the Keweenaw’s biggest festival.

On Memorial Day weekend, host Todd VanDyke welcomed VFW member Art Krievi and American Legion member David Crowley to talk about the importance of veterans organizations in the Copper Country, the work they do, and the need for new members.

With the ATV season in full swing, Daryl St. John and Michael McMahon from the Keweenaw ATV Club talk with host Todd VanDyke about the rebuild of the Lake Linden trail, the status of other trails in the area, and the importance of volunteers in maintaining the trails for recreational use, and to support the tourist economy.

As 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.

The 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.

On 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.

On 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.

On 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.

On 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.

As 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.

The 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.

Adaptive 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.

Spring 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.

On 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.

On 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.