Sep 29, 2022 | Community
New 911 Coordinator Kevin Erickson By Sterling McGinn A familiar face in local law enforcement has accepted a new position for Luce County. Former county sheriff and commissioner Kevin Erickson will now serve as the new 911 Coordinator/Emergency Management director...
Sep 27, 2022 | Community
By Sandy Edie The 36th annual International Scout Rally (ISR) returned to the Chippewa County Fairgrounds the weekend of September 16-18. Even though the event has not yet returned to the attendance levels of a few years ago, more than 280 scouts were on the grounds...
Sep 21, 2022 | Community
By Sterling McGinn Newberry resident and professional chess player James Sawaski has won his 7th year championship. After a two-year break due to COVID-19, the U.P. Open chess tournament took place August 20-21 at Bay Mills Community College in Brimley. The U.P. Open...
Sep 14, 2022 | Community
Incoming District 5 Luce County Commissioner By Caitlynn Canfield The Luce County Commission will welcome incoming commissioner Brandon Wheeler after the end of the year. Wheeler was elected as Commissioner of District 5, which covers the southwest corner of Luce...
Sep 14, 2022 | Community
By Tammy Henry The Newberry Area Chamber of Commerce (NACC) and the Newberry Area Tourism Association (NATA) have worked together for many years to promote our area and local businesses. Both organizations now have new directors and can concentrate on what they do...
Sep 9, 2022 | Community
The Curtis community is gearing up for a visit to northern yesteryear with historical tours and exhibits to be held next weekend. The Erickson Center for the Arts will be presenting Manistique Lakes Heritage Cottage and Camp Weekend on Friday, September 16 and...