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Stas Venglevski brings accordion music to Curtis
By Carol Stiffler Last week, 18 accordion players arrived to Curtis for a week-long rehearsal and...
‘Meteorological bomb’ shocks, awes U.P
By Sterling McGinn Luce County, like the entire Upper Peninsula, was hit with a historic winter...
Lifestyle choices, not just technology, impact US life expectancy
By Michael G. Beaulieu, MD Medical Director LMASDHD I was recently asked why, with all of the...
Newberry Christmas under the lights cold but enjoyable
By Sterling McGinn Despite frigid temperatures on Saturday, Newberry’s Christmas Under the Lights...
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Mr. Chrome Lures made it big from Germfask
Mason and Rachel McDaniel turned their passion for fishing into a successful business, creating high-quality fishing lures that are taking the market by storm.
Stas Venglevski brings accordion music to Curtis
World-renowned accordionist Stas Venglevski led a week-long rehearsal and recording event in Curtis for his Houston Accordion Orchestra.
Mental health challenges in rural areas
Mental health challenges are far more common than many realize in rural areas. Yet too often, people suffer in silence because they fear being judged, labeled, or seen as weak.
Tahquamenon Area Schools receives $2,000 hunger-relief grant
Tahquamenon Area Schools receives $2,000 grant to combat childhood food insecurity, providing snacks for students during the school day.
Obituaries for the week of 1/14/2026
Larry A. Johnson Sr. January 23, 1953 – December 30, 2025 Lifelong Newberry resident, Larry Allen Johnson Sr., died Tuesday evening December 30, 2025 at his residence. Larry was born January 23,...
Newberry boys basketball wins against rivals
The Newberry Boys Varsity Basketball team secured two thrilling victories against rivals, improving their season record to 4-2.
Kids dominate at the First Annual Jigsaw Puzzle Jamboree
The First Annual Jigsaw Puzzle Jamboree saw 27 racers compete to complete a 300-piece puzzle.
Obituaries for the week of 1/7/2026
Kathleen R. Tower September 1, 1946 – December 13, 2025 Kathleen R. Tower, 79, of Tucson, Arizona, entered eternal life Saturday, December 13, 2025 in the presence and loving care of her family....
Bliss wins 100th career victory
The Newberry Indians brought four wrestlers and two reached the podium at the Escanaba Elks Invitational in Escanaba Saturday.
Tahquamenon Country Sled Dog Race set for this weekend
The annual Tahquamenon County Sled Dog Race in Michigan will take place on January 10 and 11, with 45 adult teams and eight youth teams registered.
HNJH’s year of care, community, and commitment
Helen Newberry Joy Hospital and Healthcare Centerreflects on a year defined by care, community involvement, and meaningful partnerships.
2025: A year IN SPORTS
Championship teams, and record setting performances, were the sports hallmarks of 2025. Here’s a look back on some of the year’s top athlete accomplishments.
2025 in the Village of Newberry
Newberry Village Manager Allison Watkins shared a list of accomplishments made in 2025 at the village and village manager levels.











