Jan 4, 2026 | News
By Steve Stiffler The Newberry Village Council approved a new two-year employment contract for Village Manager Allison Watkins and adopted several budget and public safety measures during its December 17 meeting. Council members approved Watkins’ contract retroactive...
Jan 1, 2026 | News
Ronald Lee Rushford August 19, 1948 – December 24, 2025 Ronald Lee Rushford, age 77, passed away peacefully at his home on December 24, 2025. Ron was born on August 19, 1948, to the late William and Edna (Zenker) Rushford. He was one of eight children. Ron grew up in...
Dec 30, 2025 | News
Newberry Village Manager Allison Watkins is one of 31 rural community leaders who will undertake a new 12-month program to increase collaboration, recruitment and retention rates in leadership positions in their communities. The Leading Rural Michigan program is a...
Dec 22, 2025 | News
A Grand Marais man has been arraigned on multiple felony charges following an investigation by the Michigan Department of Corrections. Maxwell Bryan Lundquist was arraigned on one count of aggravated child sexually abusive activity, 24 counts of surveilling an...
Dec 12, 2025 | News
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson today announced the return of Michigan’s beloved red, white, and blue license plate in celebration of the United States’ semiquincentennial, marking 250 years of independence. Drivers can order the limited-edition plate from...
Dec 7, 2025 | News
By Sterling McGinn The McMillan Township Board has signed a contract to allow the EUP Regional Planning and Development Commission to work on a $6,000-$8,000 recreational plan for a non-motorized trail north of Newberry. The McMillan Township Board voted to sign the...
