Newberry Fire Department hometown heroes spread holiday cheer

Jan 25, 2026 | Community

By Jason Tokar, Newberry firefighter Each Holiday season, members of the Newberry Fire Department gather to spread holiday cheer to kids and adults of the Newberry community as a way of supporting those who support the department. On two separate evenings, we gave out...

Bliss, Depew shine at U.P. Wrestling Championships

Jan 24, 2026 | Schools

By John Vrancic For the Newberry News The Newberry wrestlers may be short on numbers, but that didn’t stop them from enjoying a few shining moments in the Upper Peninsula Championships in Marquette on Saturday. Two of their five grapplers reached the podium, with...

Columbus clerk rescinds resignation

Jan 23, 2026 | News

By Sterling McGinn Columbus Township Clerk Jeff Anderson, who planned to resign at the beginning of the year, has agreed to stay on with assistance from his deputy, Don Leech. This decision has left the township in a more stable condition for the time being. This...

Newberry pushes Panthers to the limit

Jan 22, 2026 | Sports

By Dan Hardenbrook High energy and high intensity have been hallmarks of great performances early this season by the Newberry Boys Varsity Basketball teams. Both were on display again last week as the Indians welcomed in one of the top teams in the Upper Peninsula....

Obituaries for the week of 1/21/2026

Jan 21, 2026 | Obituaries

Verne George Alexander July 15, 1959 – January 16, 2026 Verne George “Buddy” Alexander, 66, of Naubinway, died Friday afternoon January 16, 2026 surrounded by his loving family. Buddy was born July 15, 1959 in Newberry, son of the late Verne and Ella...