Luce County to get a new conservation officer

By Sgt. Kyle Bucholz Michigan Department of Natural Resources The Michigan Department of Natural Resources Conservation Officer Training Academy hosted graduation Thursday at the Ralph A. MacMullan Center in Roscommon, welcoming 15 officers into the ranks of some of...

Locals lead annual Black Bear Run

By Dan Hardenbrook An annual 4th of July tradition returned last weekend, as the communities of Engadine and Naubinway launched the weekend Friday with the 43rd Annual Black Bear Run. The event raises funds for the Engadine Sports Boosters and is a highlight of the...

Annual Historic Photo Show on July 3 and 4

By Jim Dwyer The 22nd Anniversary of the Historic Photo Show sponsored by the Tahquamenon Education Foundation (TEF) will be held in the basement of the old Community Building on July 3 and 4. The display will be open from 7-9 p.m. on July 3 and reopens after the...

Legion Post 74’s “Big Hall” renamed after James Lone

The American Legion Post 74 of Newberry held a renaming ceremony on Saturday, June 28 at 1 pm., where the former “Big Hall” banquet room was renamed the James Lone Hall. More than 20 Legion members, and residents and family of James Lone were in attendance. Past...

Local bakery funds snack shack for area youth

Sarah Day Sumbera knows food. She’s the magic chef behind Sugar Heaven bakery, a home bakery she opened in 2023. Her careful creations – they have to meet the high standards she sets for herself – tend to sell out. Sumbera also pays close attention to the...

Ashley Freed earns Apple CEI Ambassador title

Michigan State University Extension’s Ashley Freed, Luce County 4-H program coordinator, has been recognized by Apple as a Community Education Initiative (CEI) Ambassador. Established in 2021, Apple’s CEI Ambassador program recognizes educators for their local...