May 5, 2026 | Community
By Sterling McGinn Rodney Richards, a Lakefield businessman, farmer and community leader died Thursday, April 23 at the age of 96. Richards is remembered for being a hardworking and humbled individual who worked quietly behind the scenes to ensure community...
Apr 24, 2026 | Community
By Carol Stiffler Newton Township residents are upset and the Mackinac County Sheriff Department is investigating after vandals removed about five pine logs that had been assembled into a rustic table and set of benches at Scott’s Point. The table, made by friends of...
Apr 5, 2026 | Community
By Sterling McGinn The Annual Kids’ Tackle Party, a hometown favorite event, returns for its 70th year this month and will put fishing gear in the hands of local youth on Saturday, April 18. The event will take place at Tahquamenon Area Schools J. L. DeCook Gymnasium....
Apr 4, 2026 | Community
By Sterling McGinn Dr. Jeff Rahilly was still in high school when he decided he would work as a chiropractor someday. A 2018 graduate from Newberry High School, Rahilly followed that dream. On Monday, March 30, he opened his first clinic in his hometown of Newberry....
Mar 18, 2026 | Community
By Sterling McGinn An advisory committee of residents and school officials held a second meeting to find a plan for the nearly century-old high school building now closed. The meeting took place at Zellar’s Village Inn on Thursday, March 5 at 6 p.m. There were 12...
Mar 16, 2026 | Community
By Sterling McGinn One hundred years ago, Newberry reigned as Class C State Champions in boys’ basketball after beating St. James of Bay City at Michigan State College in East Lansing. The winning of the championship a century ago has been one of the most major...
