Copper Country Today

Copper Country Today

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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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Nov 1, 2026

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Episodes

May 11, 2025 - Tourism Update with Brad Barnett 10.05.2025

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. 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 sponso...

May 11, 2025 - Essential Education at Michigan Tech 10.05.2025

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. 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...

May 4, 2025 - Painesdale Mine and Shaft with Michael Prast 01.05.2025

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. 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. T...

May 4, 2025 - Finno-Ugric Capital of Culture with Oliver Loode 01.05.2025

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. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:0...

April 27, 2025 - Copper Country Recycling Update 27.04.2025

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. 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:...

April 27, 2025 - From the Ground Farmers Collective Summer Farmers Markets 26.04.2025

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. 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...

April 20, 2025 - Hancock City Update 19.04.2025

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. 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 by the Copper Sh...

April 20, 2025 - Lake Linden-Hubbell School Millage Request 19.04.2025

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. 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 spon...

April 13, 2025 - City of Houghton Update 13.04.2025

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. 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 by the Copper Shores Communi...

April 13, 2025 - Keweenaw Chamber of Commerce 13.04.2025

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. 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....

April 6, 2025 - New Houghton County Jail 06.04.2025

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. 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...

April 6, 2025 - Extraordinary Women of the Keweenaw 06.04.2025

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. 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...

March 30, 2025 - Sexual Assault Support - Brayden Rachel, Copper Shores Victim Support 30.03.2025

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. 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 by the Cop...

March 30, 2025 - Preventing Child Abuse - Kevin Weir, Keweenaw Family Resource Center 30.03.2025

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. 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...

March 23, 2025 - Marcia Goodrich from Wild Ones Keweenaw 22.03.2025

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. 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 progr...

March 23, 2025 - Preschool advice from Jen Beaudette at the CCISD 22.03.2025

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. 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 i...

March 16, 2025 - Consumer Scams Update with Brian Donnelly 15.03.2025

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. 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 pro...

March 16, 2025 - MTU Research Advances with Andrew Barnard 15.03.2025

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. 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...

March 9, 2025 - Career and Technical Education Update with Corey Suomis and Steve Aho 09.03.2025

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. 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...

March 9, 2025 - Housing Development with KEDA's Jeff Ratcliffe 09.03.2025

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. 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 progr...

March 2, 2025 - Big Brothers Big Sisters 28.02.2025

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. 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, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program...

March 2, 2025 - Laurium Recovers from Public Works Garage Fire 28.02.2025

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. 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, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the...

February 23, 2025 - Meet Keweenaw Roller Derby 23.02.2025

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. 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, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored by the Copper Shores Communi...

February 23, 2025 - Musher and Kennel Owner Tom Bauer 23.02.2025

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. 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, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program is sponsored...

February 16, 2025 - Teen Mental Health and Wellness 14.02.2025

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. 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, and 9:00 on WHKB 102.3 FM. The program...

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