Jan 12, 2026 | Community
By Lyle Painter Sports fans: Do not feel your life is going into cheering hibernation because college and professional sports seasons are ending. On Friday, January 2, our fantastic Curtis librarian, Linda Blanchard, hosted the First Annual Jigsaw Puzzle competition...
Jan 8, 2026 | Community
By Sterling McGinn One of the highlights to the start of the new year in the Tahquamenon area is the annual Tahquamenon Country Sled Dog Race (TCSDR). The annual event is set to take place this weekend, January 10 and 11. The north county has plenty of snow for a good...
Jan 7, 2026 | Community
By Allie Johnson Community Relations and Marketing Coordinator Helen Newberry Joy Hospital and Healthcare Center (HNJH) proudly reflects on a year defined by care, community involvement, and meaningful partnerships across Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. From facility...
Jan 5, 2026 | Community
Newberry Village Manager Allison Watkins shared a list of accomplishments made in 2025 at the village and village manager levels. She also provided a look at what to expect from the village in 2026. Here is Watkins’ list: Village – Installation of new backup...
Dec 15, 2025 | Community
Grand Rapids, Mich. — Lisa Garrett, a long-time breastfeeding advocate and Senior Breastfeeding Peer Counselor with LMAS District Health Department, has been awarded the Breastfeeding Peer of the Year for the Upper Peninsula Region of Michigan. The award was presented...
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...
