WTIP - Dogs of Cook County
Long before mail trucks and UPS delivered mail to North Shore residents, teams of dog sleds carried mail across Cook County and the surrounding region. Dogs have historically played an important role in this region, both culturally and often out of necessity. To this day dogs continue to play a role in many local events, including the historic John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon and Gunflint Mail Run. This series will take a look back at the history of dogs in Cook County, as well as the role dogs play in the current identity of the community. WTIP will partner with local mushing organizations and other pet related organizations such Arrowhead Animal Rescue.
$1,470,000 the first year and $1,666,000 the second year are to the Association of Minnesota Public Educational Radio Stations for production and acquisition grants in accordance with Minnesota Statutes, section 129D.19.
A greater awareness of the history of our area through the radio broadcasts and on demand access on WTIP website. Arts and cultural heritage will be interwoven into facets of community life. People will trust Minnesota's stewardship of public arts, culture and history funding. ACH will thrive in Minnesota. There will be an increase in the numver of Minnesotans of all ages, ethnicities, abilities and incomes who participate in arts and cultural heritage.