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 - 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 06, 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 30, 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 09, 2026
Copper Country Today - August 2, 2026
On this week's Copper Country Today: Host Tim Peters talks with longtime Copper Country Community Arts Center director Cynthia Cote about the center, and her recent retirement. Hear the segment here. Rozsa Center director Kiersten Birondo joins host Tim Peters to preview their upcoming season. 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...
Aug 02, 2026
Copper Country Today - July 26, 2026
On this week's 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. Listen to the conversation here. Host Tim Peters welcomes Mona Granroth and Lisa Rosseau for an update on planning for this year's Hancock Lights the Night event. Hear 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 ...
Jul 26, 2026
Copper Country Today - July 19, 2026
On this week's Copper Country Today: Host Todd VanDyke talks with Dave Prestin, a candidate for the Republican nomination for the 38th District State Senate seat. Hear the conversation here. Host Tim Peters talks with Joash Pfeiffelman from the Houghton Keweenaw Conservation District about their upcoming 75th anniversary celebration. 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 a...
Jul 19, 2026
Copper Country Today - July 12, 2026
On this week's Copper Country Today: Host Tim Peters talks with CLK Schools Superintendent Joel Asiala about the district's upcoming millage request. Hear the conversation here. Host Tim Peters speaks with Larry Zurawski and Tim Gasperich about the Swedetown Trails Club and efforts to improve the chalet and create better accessibility. 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 ...
Jul 12, 2026
Copper Country Today - July 4, 2026
On this week's 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. Hear the conversation here. Host Tim Peters talks with Ryan Thompson, the founder of the FairMapr event management system. 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 1...
Jul 05, 2026
