Community Buck Pole Friday

Nov 13, 2024 | Community

By Sterling McGinn The American Legion Post 74 of Newberry is ready for the 21st Annual Community Buck Pole event, which is this Friday, November 15, on the opening day of Whitetail firearm season. Hunters who bag a buck on the opening day of deer season can display...

2024 local Veteran’s Day events

Nov 8, 2024 | Community

By Sterling McGinn On Sunday, November 10 and Monday, November 11, local communities have planned events and ceremonies to honor Veteran’s Day. The Newton Township Historical Society is holding a dedication ceremony for their Veteran’s Memorial, located next to the...

HNJH receives Governor’s Award of Excellence

Oct 31, 2024 | Community

From Helen Newberry Joy Hospital Helen Newberry Joy Hospital has been awarded the 2024 Governor’s Award of Excellence in recognition of its exceptional dedication to Emergency Department (ED) transfer communication. This award, which was received by Catelyn Schuck and...

Introducing 906 Studios and Gifts

Oct 28, 2024 | Community

By Pete Wurdock Newberry’s retail district is growing. 906 Studios and Gifts, the new Upper Peninsula-themed retail store, opened in downtown Newberry on October 18, 2024. Owned by Corey Whitman, the store offers a unique blend of handmade items, holiday decorations,...

TAS to sell old furniture depot

Oct 23, 2024 | Community

By Sterling McGinn The Tahquamenon Area Schools Board of Education has decided to liquidate one of their buildings—the old Beaulieu Furniture Store depot on the corner of East John Street and Parmalee. The decision was made at the October 21 meeting of the board. The...

Local Halloween events

Oct 19, 2024 | Community

How do you fix a hole in a pumpkin? Use a pumpkin patch! Halloween is just around the corner, and Newberry’s Dr. Jim Surrell has been making the rounds with fresh Halloween jokes. Here’s what else is happening in the area: Boo-Berry Fall Fest-October 19 Yooper...