Copper Country Today
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.
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Nov 1, 2026
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Episodes
August 8, 2025 - Fraud Update 10.08.2025 25:25
On this segment of Copper Country Today, Brian Donnelly from Superior National Bank talks with host Todd VanDyke about the latest methods fraudsters are using to take your money, and how you can protect yourself. 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...
August 3, 2025 - Back-to-School Backpacks and Other Necessities 03.08.2025 26:10
On this segment of Copper Country Today, the Copper Country Angel Mission and the Salvation Army in Hancock are working together to make sure all the kids in the area have all the school supplies they need. Host Todd VanDyke talks with Carol Plichta, Lois Jambekar and Renee Tuoriniemi. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8...
August 3, 2025 - Gay Stamp Sands Update 03.08.2025 24:49
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke talks with EGLE's Jay Parent about the massive effort that's beginning to address the Gay stamp sands problem. 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 96.3 FM. The program is sponsored b...
July 27, 2025 - CCISD Millage Request 27.07.2025 25:51
On this segment of Copper Country Today, Copper Country Intermediate School District Superintendent Jim Rautiola talks with host Todd VanDyke about the district's growth and 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, 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM, and 10:00 on WHBS 96.3 FM....
July 27, 2025 - CroFest and Croatian Heritage 27.07.2025 25:09
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke welcomes Penny Schute Menze and Gary Uren for a discussion about the Keweenaw's Croatian heritage, and the upcoming CroFest 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 1400 AM, 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM, and 10:00 on WHBS 96.3 FM. The...
July 20, 2025 - Houghton County Prosecutor Dan Helmer 20.07.2025 25:29
On this segment of Copper Country Today, Houghton County Prosecutor Dan Helmer talks with host Todd VanDyke about recent additions to his staff, and the challenges presented by an undersized county jail. 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 96.3 FM....
July 20th - Canal View Houghton County Millage Election 20.07.2025 25:30
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke talks with Canal View Houghton County Administrator Adam Laplander about skilled nursing care in the community, and the upcoming millage vote to continue public support for their facility. 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 o...
July 13, 2025 - Houghton County Jail Millage 13.07.2025 25:20
On this segment of Copper Country Today, Houghton County commissioners Tom Tikkanen and Glenn Anderson talk with host Todd VanDyke about the current problems with the Houghton County Jail, and the upcoming election that could provide financing to replace it. 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...
July 13, 2025 - Overcoming Adolescent Trauma 13.07.2025 25:38
On this segment of Copper Country Today, Ben Naasko and Sue Kauppi from Building a Resilient Copper Country talk about a new initiative to help local residents deal with early-life trauma. 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 96.3 FM. The program is...
July 6, 2025 - Copper Country Strawberry Festival 06.07.2025 25:26
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke talks with George Stockero and Judy Evert from the Chassell Lions Club about their organization, and the upcoming Copper Country 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 99.3 FM and 1400 AM, 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM, and 10:00 on WHBS 96.3...
July 6, 2025 - High School Exchange Students in the Copper Country 06.07.2025 24:57
On this segment of Copper Country Today, Lauren Lachen from International Cultural Exchange Services talks with host Todd VanDyke about the experiences of foreign exchange students in the Copper Country, and how families can sign up to be hosts. 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...
June 29, 2025 - Houghton County Senior Nutrition Millage 28.06.2025 25:29
On this segment of Copper Country Today, Kathleen Harter and Kevin Store from Copper Shores Meals on Wheels talk with host Todd VanDyke about the millage request on the August ballot that would enable them to expand senior nutrition services to all of Houghton 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 F...
June 29, 2025 - Unite Mental Health and Wellness Expansion 28.06.2025 25:30
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke talks with Angela Price from Unite Mental Health and Wellness about their growth, services, and recent expansion into 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, 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM, and 10:00 on WHBS 96.3 FM. The program...
June 22, 2025 - Baraga County Housing Initiative 22.06.2025 25:40
On this segment of Copper Country Today, Debbie Stauffer, Bob LaFave and Tiff DeGroot talk with host Todd VanDyke about a new initiative to provide affordable housing, first in Baraga County, but potentially across 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 WHKB 102.3 FM, and...
June 22, 2025 - Alberta Sawmill Update 22.06.2025 25:19
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke talked with Dave Stimac, Mike DeRochers and Wayne Abba about progress being made toward restoring the historic Alberta sawmill, and the upcoming Alberta Fest. 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...
June 15, 2025 - Portage Lake District Library 15.06.2025 25:37
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. 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 1...
June 15, 2025 - Adult High School Completion 15.06.2025 25:22
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. 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 96.3 FM. The progra...
June 8, 2025 - Calumet's 150th Birthday 08.06.2025 25:22
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. 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 o...
June 8, 2025 - Bridgefest Preview 04.06.2025 25:36
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. 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:...
June 1, 2025 - Calumet Theatre Update 01.06.2025 25:24
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. 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 96.3 FM. The...
June 1, 2025 - Copper Country Intermediate School District 01.06.2025 25:35
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. 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...
May 25, 2025 - The Student-Built House - Career and Technical Education 25.05.2025 26:16
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. 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...
May 25, 2025 - Protection from Sexual Predators 25.05.2025 24:43
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. 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 WHK...
May 18, 2025 - Summer Events in Calumet 18.05.2025 25:40
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. 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 96...
May 18, 2025 - The Legacy of Father Jacques Marquette 18.05.2025 25:19
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. Copper Country Today ai...
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