Copper Country Today

Copper Country Today

Author: Copper Country Today Language: English Episodes: 100
Each week, Copper Country Today sits down for a conversation with a neighbor, an artist, a business owner, or a volunteer-the individuals whose daily lives and passions collectively shape the unique character of Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula. This isn't about headlines from afar; it's a series of personal, in-depth interviews that explore the stories happening right here, uncovering the motivations, challenges, and triumphs of the people who build this community. You'll hear from a teacher explaining what makes local classrooms special, a forester discussing the changing landscape, or a chef sourcing ingredients from a nearby farm. The conversations are meandering and genuine, offering a quiet space to listen and connect with the faces behind the places we know. Tuning into this podcast feels like pulling up a chair at a familiar kitchen table, where the discussion naturally turns to what matters most in this northern corner of the world: the deep connection to the land, the resilience required by the climate, and the shared effort to sustain a vibrant, welcoming home. It’s a weekly audio portrait of a region, painted one voice at a time.
Episodes
June 7, 2026 - Bridgefest Preview [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:07
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Tim Peters talks with Katie Schlief and Ryan Towles about the upcoming Bridgefest celebration in Houghton and Hancock.Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw…
June 7, 2026 - South Range Village President George Eakin [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:54
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke talks with South Range Village President George Eakin about recent developments in the village.Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula…
May 31, 2026 - Keweenaw National Historical Park Summer Programs [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:54
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke welcomes Amber Kraft from the Keweenaw National Historical Park with a preview of their summer programs.Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw…
May 31, 2026 - Meals on Wheels Expansion [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:05
On this segment, host Todd VanDyke talks with Jessica Mills from Copper Shore Meals on Wheels about their expansion since the passage of the Houghton County Senior Nutrition millage.Copper Country Today airs throughout M…
May 24, 2026 - Hancock Summer Preview [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:17
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Tim Peters looks ahead at summer activities in Hancock with Mary Babcock and Todd Gast.Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula Sunday mornings at 7…
May 24, 2026 - From the Ground Farm Market Collective [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:42
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke previews the upcoming farm market season with Jake TenHarmsel and Rebecca Matuszak of the From the Ground Marmers Market Collective.Copper Country Today airs thr…
May 17, 2026 - Keweenaw Young Professionals [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:05
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Tim Peters talks with Shelby Oja from the Keweenaw Young Professionals organization about the work they do in the community.Copper Country Today airs throughout Michigan's Ke…
May 17, 2026 - Houghton Summer Preview [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:54
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Tim Peters welcomes Danielle Perkowitz from the City of Houghton, with a preview of the upcoming Locavore Festival, and other activities planned for the summer.Copper Country…
May 10, 2026 - Visit Keweenaw - Brad Barnett [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:02
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke welcomes Brad Barnett for the second of two segments featuring Visit Keweenaw, with a recap of last winter's tourist season, a look ahead at this summer, and inf…
May 10, 2026 - Visit Keweenaw - Jesse Wiederhold [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:57
On this segment of Copper Country Today, host Todd VanDyke welcomes Jesse Wiederhold for the first of two segments featuring Visit Keweenaw, with a discussion about upcoming local events, and the organization's new headq…