Swim bus program looks to return this summer

By Sterling McGinn  In this region full of lakes, ponds, rivers, and streams, one life skill is seen as essential: the ability to swim. Swim class hasn’t been offered locally for years, but CCSS (Consolidated Community School Services) is currently trying to revive...

Kevin Vanatta honored with Dealer Education Award

Local resident Kevin Vanatta will be presented a Dealer Education award by Northwood University on Saturday, January 28, at the Hyatt Regency in Dallas, Texas. Recipients from North Carolina, Illinois, Florida, Texas and Michigan will be honored at the National...

Newberry native pens second novel

“Blue Aviary is a beautifully written coming of age story by author Richard Quinn. It is truly an emotional rollercoaster in the greatest sense. It will have you more engaged with each turn of the page…” so says Dr. Jennifer Towns, PhD, Professor and Clinical...

Introducing Pam Juarez – New coordinator at the LINK

By Sterling McGinn  In December 2022, the Luce County LINK named former interim coordinator Pam Juarez as the official coordinator of the Newberry staple known as the LINK. The organization, located across from Rahilly’s IGA on West Helen Street in Newberry, is the...

Adopt a cat and qualify for vet care voucher

By Donna Hamilton Members of Luce County Pet Pals are trying to help the local animal shelter address the challenge of caring for its cat population. The Shelter is over capacity in housing cats; staff are seeking good “forever” homes for their adult cats. To help...

An ode to canines

By Brian Freitag TASPL Director I have had multiple dogs in my life since I was almost coordinated enough to walk. Being owned by a dog is an incredibly rewarding experience for heart and soul. I recently adopted a Newfoundland dog from the Luce County Animal Shelter...