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Community volunteers revitalize TAS community garden
By Sterling McGinn Members of the Luce County Communities that Care Coalition and other community...
Great Lakes face new threat as bloody red shrimp population grows
By Eric Freedman Capital News Service Scientists now have evidence that yet another invasive the...
TAS board faces backlash over early special education changes
By Carol Stiffler At Monday’s regular meeting of the Tahquamenon Area Schools Board of Education,...
TAS receives grant for bike library and safety program
By Sterling McGinn Tahquamenon Area Schools (TAS) has received a mini grant through the Safe...
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Community volunteers revitalize TAS community garden
Hopes are that the newly prepped space will encourage the TAS and the community to work together to develop the garden into something great, with potential partnerships with the library and other community groups.
Obituaries for the week of 7/1/2026
Judith Katherine Weber August 7, 1937 – June 14, 2026 Lifelong Newberry resident Judith “Judy” Katherine Weber, 88, passed away Sunday, June 14, 2026, with her family by her side. Judy was born...
Michigan’s bat roost monitoring program seeks public help
The project focuses on summer roosts, which are critical places where bats rest, raise young, and shelter during the season.
Engadine to interview three candidates for superintendent position
The Engadine Consolidated Schools Board of Education will interview three finalists next week as it works to select the district’s next superintendent.
Daryl Schroeder discusses his vision for the 108th District
Schroeder discusses government spending, rural schools, affordable housing, mental health, and why he believes he’s the right choice to represent the 108th District.
Michigan State Police partner with universities to crack cold cases
A partnership between Michigan State Police and students from four Michigan universities has helped solve decades-old crimes while preparing the next generation of state troopers.
Great Lakes face new threat as bloody red shrimp population grows
The bloody red shrimp, an invasive aquatic species, has been found in all five Great Lakes, including Lake Superior, where it was first detected in 2017.
Historic Photo Show returns to Newberry for Independence Day
The Annual Historic Photo Show is returning for Independence Day in Newberry and will take place in the basement of the old community building this 4th of July.
Hendrickson retiring from council
At next month’s Newberry Village Council meeting, a longtime council member will be missing after announcing his retirement during the council’s June 16 meeting.
Obituaries for the week of 6/24/2026
Rev. Cheryl A. McNeill July 19, 1954 – June 17, 2026 Reverend Cheryl Ann McNeill, 71, of Newberry, passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at the home of her sons, Patrick and Ted, in Gwinn. Cheryl...
ECS Board of Education launches search for new superintendent
Engadine Consolidated Schools Board of Education is quickly seeking a new superintendent following the resignation of Superintendent Alvesteffer.
Newberry sends two to first-ever volleyball all stars game
Newberry’s own senior libero, Olivia Birk and Aliya Taylor, an All UP selection last season, will suit up for Team Black as a middle hitter.
Village receives grant funding for wastewater plant storage tank project
The Village of Newberry received word that they have won a grant of $1,330,000 for their wastewater treatment plant storage tank project.









