May 25, 2026 | News
By Carol Stiffler More than 40 members of the public attended a heated special Portage Township Board meeting held Thursday, May 14 in Curtis. The special meeting was the byproduct of a failed regular meeting on Tuesday, May 12. That meeting lasted just six minutes...
May 20, 2026 | News
May 19, 2026 | News
On August 4, 2026, Luce County voters will be presented with a pivotal opportunity to support Michigan State University (MSU) Extension and Luce County Parks and Recreation programs and services. These programs are integral to enhancing the well-being and prosperity...
May 12, 2026 | News
By Carol Stiffler Former Detroit mayor and current gubernatorial candidate Mike Duggan visited Newberry on Thursday, April 30, as part of a four-day, 12-county U.P. tour to meet with community leaders. That’s his campaign style, he said, and how he got elected mayor...
May 11, 2026 | News
Michael G Beaulieu, MD Medical Director LMAS DHD It doesn’t look dangerous. It comes in small bags or capsules, often labeled as “all natural” and sold over the counter. But for a growing number of users, kratom is anything but harmless. As its popularity spreads into...
Apr 28, 2026 | News
By Sterling McGinn A clerk has been found after a longtime search by the Columbus Township Board. Margaret Nelson was appointed and sworn in to succeed Jeff Anderson on May 15, after announcing his intent to resign months ago due to ongoing health problems. The...
