Welding a future for Luce County’s youth
Aaron Weller aims to keep Luce County’s best and brightest at home.
Hundreds of cormorants killed in Big Lake reduction effort
Cormorants have been increasing in number on Big Manistique Lake, and are cited by the DNR as one of the reasons that walleye fishing has been difficult in recent years.
Local Fourth of July festivities
The communities of Newberry, Curtis, Naubinway, Hulbert, Paradise, and Grand Marais are ready to celebrate with festivities of parades, fireworks, food, and more.
Michigan residents urged to take precautions against tick-borne diseases
Michigan residents are advised to take precautions against tick bites, as Lyme disease and anaplasmosis cases have increased dramatically over the past five years.
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Luce County to get a new conservation officer
The officers of Training Academy No. 13 completed a 26-week academy that licensed them as State of Michigan law enforcement officers through the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards.

Locals lead annual Black Bear Run
An annual 4th of July tradition returned last weekend, as the communities of Engadine and Naubinway launched the weekend Friday with the 43rd Annual Black Bear Run.

Grand Marais teen wins grant for deer habitat
Will Paul, a 16-year-old bowhunter, secured the youngest grant in the Michigan Department of Natural Resources’ grant program for deer habitat improvement.

Village may partner with sheriff for part-time deputy
The Village of Newberry is considering a partnership with the Luce County Sheriff’s Department to secure a part-time deputy to patrol the village.

Summer football workouts resume next week
The summer football workouts at Newberry has been well received with 20 student athletes making appearances with exciting plans ahead.

Annual Historic Photo Show on July 3 and 4
The 22nd Anniversary of the Historic Photo Show sponsored by the Tahquamenon Education Foundation will be held in the basement of the old Community Building July 3 and 4.

Legion Post 74’s “Big Hall” renamed after James Lone
American Legion Post 74 of Newberry honors James Lone by renaming the ‘Big Hall’ in his honor. Ceremony held on June 28.

Portage Township pays cash for groomer building
The Portage Township Board voted 3-2 to approve the 2025 budget and write a check for $125,295 to purchase a 40 x 74 foot groomer building for $135,000.

TAS board hires new staff members for upcoming school year
Several new faculty members for Tahquamenon Area Schools were approved for hiring at the Tahquamenon Area Schools Board of Education meeting.

Village assures residents that lead letters are precautionary measures
All Newberry Water & Light customers will receive a letter in their next bill regarding the potential for lead in their home water supply.

Local bakery funds snack shack for area youth
The project, which has gone viral on TikTok, aims to provide ready-to-eat foods and essentials for young children who may not have enough food.

Newberry players shine in inaugural U.P. All Star Baseball Game
A pair of Newberry players were a part of history earlier this week, participating in the 1st Annual U.P. All Star Baseball Game.

Team effort revives Lake Superior lake trout populations
Native lake trout populations in Lake Superior have made a remarkable comeback, thanks to a collaborative conservation effort.

Lake Superior safety buoys deployed
Three climate monitoring and maritime safety buoys have been deployed for the season from the south shore of Lake Superior.