Columbus Township faces uncertain future as clerk resigns

Dec 14, 2025 | Features

By Sterling McGinn Columbus Township is again facing an uncertain future. A crucial member of the township team is stepping down on December 31. Clerk Jeff Anderson recently announced his resignation for health reasons and so far, there hasn’t been any serious...

Newberry Area Ambassadors welcome new businesses

Dec 13, 2025 | Community

The Newberry Area Ambassadors have been particularly busy lately, visiting new businesses and businesses under new management in the area. On December 2, the ambassadors visited North Point Repair LLC. The business, which opened on June 1, 2025, is owned by Jack and...

Michigan’s iconic red, white, and blue plate returns

Dec 12, 2025 | News

Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson today announced the return of Michigan’s beloved red, white, and blue license plate in celebration of the United States’ semiquincentennial, marking 250 years of independence. Drivers can order the limited-edition plate from...

Gabe Litzner sets U.P. state record after overcoming severe injuries

Dec 11, 2025 | Around the U.P.

By Scott Church SAULT STE. MARIE – For some people, courage is being in the same room as a spider; for others, it might be speaking in public. For Gabe Litzner, it runs a little deeper than that. Litzner is one of the most dominant cross-country and long-distance...

Obituaries for the week of 12/10/2025

Dec 10, 2025 | Obituaries

Fr. Phillip J. Witkowski May 25, 1948 – November 9, 2025 Reverend Father Phillip J Witkowski, age 77, went to be with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, November 9, 2025. Father Phil was born on May 25, 1948 to Richard and Jacqueline Witkowski. Phil decided...