Jaquelline Snell receives DAISY Award for nursing excellence

Feb 13, 2026 | Community

Jaquelline Snell of Golden Leaves Living Center was recently honored with The DAISY Award® for Extraordinary Nurses. The award is part of the DAISY Foundation’s programs to recognize the super-human efforts nurses perform every day. Jaquelline was selected for...

Presidents Day snowmobile riding tips for Michigan

Feb 12, 2026 | Outdoors

Riding conditions are at their best this winter, thanks to ample snowfall across Michigan and solid coverage on thousands of miles of state designated snowmobile and off-road vehicle trails. With the long Presidents Day weekend, (Feb. 14-16), expected to bring heavy...

Engadine to host Teddy Bear Toss and honor local heroes

Feb 11, 2026 | Sports

By Dan Hardenbrook Engadine Consolidated Schools and the Engadine Key Club will benefit children and honor local heroes for their service at Thursday’s home girls basketball game against Newberry. The 1st Annual Teddy Bear Toss and Hometown Hero Night will begin at 6...

Obituaries for the week of 2/11/2026

Feb 11, 2026 | Obituaries

Gary Gene Graham June 2, 1939 – January 27, 2026 Gary Gene Graham, 86, of Curtis, passed away Tuesday evening of January 27, 2026, at UP Health Systems-Marquette. Born on June 2, 1939, in Sharonville, Ohio, he was the son of the late Claude and Ruby (Guy) Graham. Gary...

New owner takes the helm at Mick’s Bait Shop in Curtis

Feb 9, 2026 | Features

By Carol Stiffler In recent weeks, Mick’s Bait Shop in Curtis quietly changed hands. It’s not obvious from the exterior; the sign still says “Mick’s Bait Shop” and it feels the same as ever. Go inside these days and you’ll be greeted by Todd Gilsdorf, a friendly and...