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TAS board reinstates Canfield after grievance hearing
By Sterling McGinn Deb Canfield, a 36-year administrative assistant of Tahquamenon Area Schools...
Snowload concerns force closure of Tahquamenon Area Schools
By Sterling McGinn A large build-up of snow and ice on the roofs of the Tahquamenon Area Schools...
TAS Board accepts retirements and resignations; update on old high school
The Tahquamenon Area Schools (TAS) Board of Education heard a disappointing update on the...
Stranded snowmobiler rescued in northern Luce County
Michigan Department of Natural Resources conservation officers responding on snowmobiles in...
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Rodney Richards, devoted farmer and community leader, dies at 96
Richards is remembered for being a hardworking and humbled individual who worked quietly behind the scenes to ensure community development and prosperity.
Obituaries for the week of 4/29/2026
Brenda Ann Shepherd November 8, 1953 – March 23, 2026 Brenda Ann Shepherd, 72, of Rainbow, Oregon, passed away on the morning of March 23, 2026 at home with her family. Born November 8, 1953 in...
Rising temperatures increase tick activity in U.P.
As temperatures rise across the U.P., so does the activity of ticks—small arachnids that can pose significant health risks to humans and animals.
Letter to the Editor: Vote Yes for Health CTE program on May 5th
The Health Sciences CTE Program at Newberry High School provides students with employable skills and prepares them for life beyond high school.
Spring fishing begins in Michigan
Michigan’s trout and Lower Peninsula inland walleye and northern pike fishing seasons is open the DNR has a new interactive Inland Trout and Salmon Regulations map makes it easy to check regulations for fishing areas.
Columbus secures clerk, loses treasurer
A clerk has been found after a longtime search by the Columbus Township Board.
DNR seeks public’s help in eagle death investigation
Michigan DNR seeks public assistance in investigating the mysterious deaths of five bald eagles in the Upper Peninsula’s Garden Peninsula.
Seasonal closure ends for most Michigan roadside parks
MDOT roadside parks in Michigan will reopen on April 28, except for some due to weather or construction. Drinking water will be available later in May.
TAS board reinstates Canfield after grievance hearing
Deb Canfield, an administrative assistant at Tahquamenon Area Schools, was reinstated after a public grievance hearing.
Charlie White’s table damaged at Scott’s Point
Newton Township residents are upset after vandals removed about five pine logs that had been assembled into a rustic table and set of benches at Scott’s Point.
Obituaries for the week of 4/22/2026
Brenda Ann Frazier March 20, 1964 – April 14, 2026 Brenda Ann Frazier, 62, of Gould City, passed away Tuesday evening, April 14, 2026, at McLaren Northern Michigan in Petoskey, surrounded by her...
Newberry track teams start title defenses
Spring’s track and field season launched last week when the Newberry boys and girls varsity track teams competed in the Rathbun Invitational.
48 park rangers graduate from Michigan DNR Academy
Michigan Department of Natural Resources graduates 48 park rangers from newly formatted Ranger Academy, marking a milestone in comprehensive training.
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