Copper Country Today
Copper Country Today is Keweenaw Report’s award winning weekly interview forum. Each hour-long program is typically split into two parts, with host Todd VanDyke talking about issues of interest on a wide range of topics.
Copper Country Today airs Sundays at 7:00 a.m. on 97.7 The Wolf, 8:00 a.m. on 99.3 The Lift, 9:00 a.m. on KBear 102.3, and 10:00 a.m. on Lite 96.3 Houghton’s Breeze. Or, you can link to our podcast version below.
If you have a topic that you think we should cover, email your idea to kreport@up.net.
Copper Country Today - October 25, 2026
On this week's Copper Country Today... I interview Lisa McKenzie from the Western Upper Peninsula Planning and Development Region and talk about their Housing Summit. Hear the conversation here. I speak with Bryce Holden, from the Keweenaw Outdoor Recreation Coalition about their scrap metal drive. Listen to the discussion here. 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, a...
Oct 30, 2026
Copper Country Today - October 18, 2026
On this week's Copper Country Today... I interview Kelli Van Ginhoven, the Democratic candidate for Michigan's 38th Senate District that'll be on the November 3 ballot. Hear the conversation here. I speak with Julia Petersen, from the Nature Conservancy, about the Keweenaw Heartlands Project. Listen to the discussion here. 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:...
Oct 30, 2026
Copper Country Today - October 11, 2026
On this week's Copper Country Today... I interview Carolyn Dekker from the Hancock District Library, and talk about their up-and-coming offerings and the millage that'll be on the November 3 ballot. Hear the conversation here. I speak with Antonia Burich from Soldier Salvation about all they do to assist those who fought for our country. Listen to the discussion here. 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 ...
Oct 30, 2026
Copper Country Today - October 4, 2026
On this week's Copper Country Today... I interview AnnA Sanchez, Building Manager at the Hancock Community Hub, and talk about the spaces available for use as well as the programs they're home to. Hear the conversation here. I speak with Doug Lloyd, candidate for Attorney General of Michigan. Listen to the discussion here. 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:...
Oct 30, 2026
Copper Country Today - September 27, 2026
On this week's 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). Hear the conversation here. Cody Kangas from Michigan Tech talks with host Tim Peters about the university's upcoming career fair. Listen to the discussion here. 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...
Sep 27, 2026
Copper Country Today - September 20, 2026
On this week's Copper Country Today: Host Tim Peters welcomes Democratic 110th State House candidate Brian Irizarry. Hear the discussion here. Melissa Davis from New Power Tour joins host Tim Peters for a discussion about their programs. Listen to the conversation here. 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 Co...
Sep 20, 2026
Copper Country Today - September 13, 2026
On this week's 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. Hear the discussion here. Host Tim Peters talks with Michigan Attorney General Candidate Eli Savit. Listen to the conversation here. 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...
Sep 12, 2026
Keweenaw Report - September 6, 2026
On this week's Keweenaw Report: Host Tim Peters welcomes Jesse Wiederhold of Visit Keweenaw, with a preview of fall events in the region. Listen to the discussion here. 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. Hear the conversation here. 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...
Sep 6, 2026
Copper Country Today - August 30, 2026
On this week's Copper Country Today: Faith Morrison, Tom Tikkanen and Sheriff Josh Saaranen talk with host Tim Peters about the latest Houghton County Jail proposal. Here the conversation here. Host Tim Peters talks with Dana Langsford of the UP Health System about the importance of donating blood and platelets. Listen to the discussion here. 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 WH...
Aug 29, 2026
Copper Country Today - August 23, 2026
On this week's Copper Country Today program: 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. Listen to the discussion here. Rick Freeman from the Houghton County Fair Board joins host Tim Peters with a preview of this year's event. Listen to the conversation here. 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...
Aug 22, 2026
Copper Country Today - August 15, 2026
On this week's Coppe 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. Hear the conversation here. Host Tim Peters welcomes Copper Country Intermediate School District Superintendent Jim Rautiola with a look at the upcoming school year. Listen to the discussion here. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7:00 on WOLV 97.7 FM, 8:00 on...
Aug 15, 2026
Copper Country Today - August 9, 2026
On this week's 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. Listen to the discussion here. Members of the Circle UP civic group talk with host Tim Peters about their activities, and volunteer opportunities in the Keweenaw. Hear the conversation here. Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday...
Aug 9, 2026
