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March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
By Michael G Beaulieu, MD Medical Director, LMAS District Health Department March is National...
TAS Board discusses old high school’s future
By Sterling McGinn The Tahquamenon Area Schools (TAS) Board of Education accepted the retirement...
Historic Newberry High School’s uncertain future
By Sterling McGinn Exactly 100 years ago, the Newberry community was faced with a dilemma—where...
New owner takes the helm at Mick’s Bait Shop in Curtis
By Carol Stiffler In recent weeks, Mick’s Bait Shop in Curtis quietly changed hands. It’s not...
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Engadine and Newberry meet again in Districts
Newberry Lady Indians, the top seed, face Engadine Lady Eagles in the Girls MHSAA Division 4 District 101 Tournament.
March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
Any primary care provider, such as your family doctor, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant can help you figure out when you should be screened and help you get it done.
Drug smuggling attempt foiled at Newberry Correctional Facility
Individuals from lower Michigan were arrested by the Michigan State Police following an attempted drug smuggling incident at the Newberry Correctional Facility.
Engadine businessman Daryl Schroeder seeks 108th District seat
Engadine businessman and Mackinac County Commissioner Daryl Schroeder announced he is running for the Michigan House of Representatives in the 108th District
Newberry Village Council approves rate hike for state energy program
A utility rate adjustment and discussion of drafting an ordinance to clarify responsibility for clearing snow from fire hydrants after concerns raised during a recent house fire were topics of discussion at the latest council meeting.
Obituaries for the week of 2/25/2026
Nancy Jean Shirley July 10, 1950 – January 27, 2026 Nancy Jean Shirley, 75, of Indianapolis, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, in Avon, Indiana. Now resting in the loving arms of...
Luce County man wins $490,420 Michigan Lottery prize
A Luce County man wins a big Michigan Lottery prize after double checking his ticket.
Newberry boys start postseason tonight in Rudyard
The semifinals matchups feature three teams (Newberry, Brimley, and Rudyard) from the EUP Conference, which is coming off one of its most competitive seasons in recent history.
TAS Board discusses old high school’s future
TAS Board of Education discusses old high school plans, and considers a public hallway access proposal.
Pentland Township pursues sewer lagoon system, seeks permit extension
Pentland Township hires Shaun Reed as utilities superintendent. Board also discusses healthcare ordinance and seeks to fill treasurer position.
Hooligans donate thousands to Luce County Animal Shelter
The Hooligan Sledders, a Michigan snowmobile group, donated truckloads of pet food, toys, and supplies, as well as financial contributions, to the Luce County Animal Shelter.
Engadine schools awarded $50,000 MiSTEM Mini Grant
Engadine Consolidated Schools has been awarded a $50,000 MiSTEM Playbook Mini Grant to expand science, technology, engineering and math learning opportunities for students.
Obituaries for the week of 2/18/2026
Nancy Jane Turner July 4, 1936 – February 14, 2026 Nancy Jane (Lockwood) Turner, 89, passed away peacefully at home on Valentines Day, February 14, 2026, with her loving family by her side, after a...











