Deflated, COVID reaches new local peak
Between October 2-8, 249 new COVID cases were diagnosed within the LMAS Health District.
Luce County lost 3% in 2020 census
Luce County’s 2020 census figure – which showed a staggering 19.5% drop in population over the past 10 years – is likely to change. And it looks like it’s going to be a much smaller drop than originally reported.
Top News Stories
Gould City residents share concern over new, proposed quarry
Reports of a new proposed quarry have Gould City and Newton Township – which is home to Gould City – residents up in arms.
Grand Marais author publishes fourth book
The shore of Lake Superior is as alive as any city, and the lead character in Grand Marais resident Ellen Airgood’s latest book is a woman who wouldn’t dream of moving away from the greatest Great Lake.
The state of the school building
There is no doubt that our school needs some things replaced and fixed, but how bad has the building quality actually gotten?
Will your county commissioner change?
The Luce County Redistricting Committee, which is formed and dissolved once every 10 years after the newest census figures are released, finalized a plan to redistrict Luce County after the 2020 Census.
Newberry school forest replanted with restoration grant
Tahquamenon Area Schools recently had 3,180 red pine trees planted on its school forest near the Canada Lakes trail. The lot had been clearcut two or three years ago, and the district netted the proceeds
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Sports
Indians draw Pickford in playoff opener
After a strong 7-2 season, the Newberry Indians have qualified for the 2021 MHSAA football playoffs.
Lady Eagles dominate Dig Pink
The annual Dig Pink Volleyball event that pits the Lady Eagles and Lady Indians volleyball teams up against each other in a night of special tributes, programs, and auctions that raise funds and awareness for breast cancer treatment.
Indians and Panthers play the game of the year
Two of the top teams in the U.P. faced off in a home game at Newberry on Friday, when the Indians hosted the Pickford Panthers.
Happy Homecoming for Indians
The Newberry Indians varsity football team enjoyed a smashing success during their fall homecoming game, crushing the Superior Central Cougars.
Outdoors
Demolition of Seney National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center is underway
Seney National Wildlife Refuge received $12.5 million in Great American Outdoor Act Funds, which are being used to work on several refuge structures.
Deer processors hard to find this season
If you are a deer hunter and plan on bagging a buck this fall, and don’t want to process it yourself, there is something you should know.
Newberry school forest replanted with restoration grant
Tahquamenon Area Schools recently had 3,180 red pine trees planted on its school forest near the Canada Lakes trail. The lot had been clearcut two or three years ago, and the district netted the proceeds