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Copper Country Today
by Copper Country Today
A weekly in-depth interview series highlighting the people who make Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula a great place to work, play and live.
Episodes
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September 27, 2026 - MTU Fall Career Fair
On this segment of Copper Country Today, Cody Kangas from Michigan Tech talks with host Tim Peters about the university's upcoming career fair. 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, 9:00 on…
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September 27, 2026 - Author Lindsey Cormack
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Tim Peters welcomes author Lindsey Cormack for a discussion about her new book How to Raise a Citizen (and Why It's Up to You to Do It). Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00…
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September 20, 2026 - New Power Tour
On this segment of Copper Country Today, Melissa Davis from New Power Tour joins host Tim Peters for a discussion about their programs. 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, 9:00 on WHKB 102.3...
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September 20, 2026 - State House Candidate Brian Irizarry
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Tim Peters welcomes Democratic 110th State House candidate Brian Irizarry. 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, 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM, and 10:00…
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September 13, 2026 - Michigan Attorney General Candidate Eli Savit
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Tim Peters talks with Michigan Attorney General Candidate Eli Savit. 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, 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM, and 10:00 on WHBS...
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September 13, 2026 - Festival of Nations Preview
On this segment of Copper Country Today, Christian Montesinos, the Director of International Programs and Services at Michigan Tech, talks with host Tim Peters about the upcoming Festival of Nations. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on…
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September 6, 2026 - Copper Country Snowsports Club
Anna Bradfish of the Copper Country Snowsports Club talked with host Tim Peters about their love of winter activities and how youth are encouraged to participate. 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...
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September 6, 2026 - Visit Keweenaw Update
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Tim Peters welcomes Jesse Wiederhold of Visit Keweenaw, with a preview of fall events in the region. 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, 9:00 on...
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August 30, 2026 - Blood Donation
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Tim Peters talks with Dana Langsford of the UP Health System about the importance of donating blood and platelets. 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…
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August 30, 2026 - Houghton County Jail Update
On this segment of Copper Country Today, Faith Morrison, Houghton County Board Chair Tom Tikkanen and Sheriff Josh Saaranen talk with host Tim Peters about the latest Houghton County Jail proposal. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV...
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August 23, 2026 - Houghton County Fair Preview
On this segment of Copper Country Today, Rick Freeman from the Houghton County Fair Board joins host Tim Peters with a preview of this year's event. 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, 9:00…
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August 23, 2026 - Angel Mission School Backpacks
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Tim Peters welcomes Jim Northey from the Copper Country Angel Mission for an update about their back-to-school backpack program and other services. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7...
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August 16, 2026 - Back to School Preview
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Tim Peters welcomes Copper Country Intermediate School District Superintendent Jim Rautiola with a look at the upcoming school year. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on…
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August 16, 2026 - Keweenaw Invasive Species Management Update
On this segment of Copper Country Today, Sigrid Resh of the Keweenaw Invasive Species Management Area talks with host Tim Peters about their Barberry trade-up program and other initiatives. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM,...
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August 9, 2026 - Circle UP Activities
On this segment of Copper Country Today, members of the Circle UP civic group talk with host Tim Peters about their activities, and volunteer opportunities in the Keweenaw. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY…
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August 9, 2026 - International Exchange Students
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Tim Peters welcomes Lauren Lachen from International Cultural Exchange Services about hosting foreign exchange students in the Keweenaw, and opportunities for local students to study abroad. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw...
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August 2, 2026 - Rozsa Center Season Preview
On this segment of Copper Country Today, Rozsa Center director Kiersten Birondo joins host Tim Peters to preview their upcoming 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, 9:00 on WHKB 102.3...
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August 2, 2026 - Copper Country Community Arts Center
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Tim Peters talks with longtime Copper Country Community Arts Center director Cynthia Cote about the center, and her recent retirement. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on...
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July 26, 2026 - Hancock Lights the Night
On this segment of Copper Country Today, Host Tim Peters welcomes Mona Granroth and Lisa Rosseau for an update on planning for this year's Hancock Lights the Night event. 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…
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July 26, 2026 - State Senate Candidate Beau LaFave
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke talks with 38th State Senate Republican candidate Beau LaFave about his campaign and issues relating to the Copper Country. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00…
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July 19, 2026 - Houghton-Keweenaw Conservation District
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Tim Peters talks with Joash Pfeiffelman from the Houghton Keweenaw Conservation District about their upcoming 75th anniversary celebration. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM…
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July 19, 2026 - State Senate Candidate Dave Prestin
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke talks with Dave Prestin, a candidate for the Republican nomination for the 38th District State Senate seat. 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…
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July 12, 2026 - Swedetown Trails Upgrades
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Tim Peters speaks with Larry Zurawski and Tim Gasperich about the Swedetown Trails Club and its effort to improve the chalet and create better accessibility. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on...
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July 12, 2026 - CLK Schools Millage Request
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Tim Peters talks with CLK Schools Superintendent Joel Asiala about the district's upcoming millage request. 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,...
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July 5, 2026 - FairMapr Event Management System
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Tim Peters talks with Ryan Thompson, the founder of the FairMapr event management system. 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, 9:00 on WHKB 102.3...
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July 5, 2026 - Copper Country Strawberry Festival
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke welcomes Judy Evart and Mary Crane from the Chassell Lions Club with a preview of the upcoming Strawberry Festival. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY...
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June 28, 2026 - Main Street Calumet Update
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Tim Peters welcomes Jared Howard from Main Street Calumet with an update about projects in and around the village. 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…
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June 28, 2026 - Foster Care
On this segment of Copper Country Today, Erica Bates and Ariel Miron from UP Kids talk with host Tim Peters about the need for foster families in the area. 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,...
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June 21, 2026 - Finno-Ugric Culture
On this segment of Copper Country Today, with the Juhannus Festival wrapping up, we revisited a discussion from May, 2025 with Oliver Loode of the Uralic Centre for Indigenous Peoples in Estonia and Jim Kurtti from the Finns and Friends Committee about the Finno-Ugric roots of our community.…
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June 21, 2026 - Alberta Sawmill Restoration
On this segment of Copper Country Today, Wayne Abba, Mike DeRochers and Paula McElroy from the Baraga County Historical Society join host Todd VanDyke with an update about the restoration of the historic Ford Sawmill at Alberta, and the upcoming AlbertaFest. Copper Country Today airs throughout...
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June 14, 2026 - Hancock's Juhannus Celebration
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Tim Peters welcomes Jesse Wiederhold from Visit Keweenaw for a preview of the upcoming expanded Juhannus celebration. 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...
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June 14, 2026 - Calumet "Big Annie" Clemenc Memorial
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Tim Peters talks about Calumet’s effort to memorialize 1913 strike leader "Big Annie" Clemenc with Anita Campbell and Jared Howard. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on…
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June 7, 2026 - Bridgefest Preview
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Tim Peters talks with Katie Schlief and Ryan Towles about the upcoming Bridgefest celebration in Houghton and Hancock. 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...
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June 7, 2026 - South Range Village President George Eakin
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke talks with South Range Village President George Eakin about recent developments in the village. 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,...
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May 31, 2026 - Keweenaw National Historical Park Summer Programs
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke welcomes Amber Kraft from the Keweenaw National Historical Park with a preview of their summer programs. 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...
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May 31, 2026 - Meals on Wheels Expansion
On this segment, host Todd VanDyke talks with Jessica Mills from Copper Shore Meals on Wheels about their expansion since the passage of the Houghton County Senior Nutrition millage. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00…
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May 24, 2026 - Hancock Summer Preview
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Tim Peters looks ahead at summer activities in Hancock with Mary Babcock and Todd Gast. 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, 9:00 on WHKB 102.3…
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May 24, 2026 - From the Ground Farm Market Collective
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke previews the upcoming farm market season with Jake TenHarmsel and Rebecca Matuszak of the From the Ground Marmers Market Collective. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7…
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May 17, 2026 - Keweenaw Young Professionals
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Tim Peters talks with Shelby Oja from the Keweenaw Young Professionals organization about the work they do 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…
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May 17, 2026 - Houghton Summer Preview
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Tim Peters welcomes Danielle Perkowitz from the City of Houghton, with a preview of the upcoming Locavore Festival, and other activities planned for the summer. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00...
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May 10, 2026 - Visit Keweenaw - Brad Barnett
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke welcomes Brad Barnett for the second of two segments featuring Visit Keweenaw, with a recap of last winter's tourist season, a look ahead at this summer, and information about the upcoming Sustainable Tourism Summit. Copper Country Today...
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May 10, 2026 - Visit Keweenaw - Jesse Wiederhold
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke welcomes Jesse Wiederhold for the first of two segments featuring Visit Keweenaw, with a discussion about upcoming local events, and the organization's new headquarters in downtown Houghton. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's...
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May 3, 2026 - Keweenaw Lions Club
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke welcomes Marty Fassen from the Keweenaw Lions Club, with an update about their activities to support our community. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on WCCY...
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May 3, 2026 - Keweenaw Outdoor Recreation Coalition
On this segment of Copper Country Today, Gina Nicholas, Molly Powers and Brice Holden from the Keweenaw Outdoor Recreation Coalition talk with host Todd VanDyke about the role their organization plays in balancing the region's outdoor activities. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's...
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April 26, 2026 - Keweenaw Heartlands Update
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke welcomes Julia Peterson and Robin Meneguzzo with an update on 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,...
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April 26, 2026 - Copper Shores Victim Services
On this segment of Copper Country Today, Virginia Lambert and Ayla LaRoe from Copper Shores Victim Services join host Todd VanDyke for a discussion of their services to victims of sexual assault and other crimes. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings…
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April 19, 2026 - Campaign for Michigan Tech
Dr. Bill Roberts talks with host Todd VanDyke about the Campaign for Michigan Tech - the most ambitious capital fundraising effort in university history - and its importance to the university and the surrounding community. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday...
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April 19, 2026 - Copper Country Intermediate School District Career and Technical Education Millage
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke talks with Copper Country School District Superintendent Jim Rautiola about the upcoming election for renewal of the district's Career and Technical Education millage. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula...
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April 12, 2026 - Calumet Theatre Preview
On this segment of Copper Country Today, Nate Jones from the Calumet Theatre joins host Todd VanDyke with a preview of upcoming events, and an update about the historic building. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on…
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April 12, 2026 - Special Olympics in the Keweenaw
On this segment of Copper Country Today, Michael and Naomi Behrman talk with host Todd VanDyke about the revitalization of Special Olympics in the Western Upper Peninsula. 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...
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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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