Public vs. private school debate reignites

By Dan Hardenbrook The debate over how public and private schools measure up in athletics is a hot topic that rarely reaches public platforms. But the much-whispered conversation took center stage at this past weekend’s MHSSA Championship weekend for girls basketball....

14U team battles through wild season to victory

By Dan Hardenbrook The 2024-2025 youth hockey season is over, and the TAYHA 14U team became the latest squad to lace up their skates and put their opponents on notice and become one of Newberry’s greats. Dubbed the “French Trucking Bandits” as a homage to longtime...

Girls district tournament tips off tonight

By Dan Hardenbrook Girls basketball teams start their postseason tournaments tonight, and a local rivalry will highlight semifinal action on opening night. Newberry and Engadine are both part of Division 4 District 101, and they meet tonight for a spot in the...

Newberry’s Pavey to play at St. Norbert

By Dan Hardenbrook One of Newberry’s most decorated football players will continue his career in college. Senior offensive/defensive lineman Ethan Pavey announced last week that he has committed to play football for St. Norbert College in Wisconsin. The program has a...

Cameron added to U.P. All Star football game

By Dan Hardenbrook Engadine senior Hunter Cameron, a multifaceted football talent for the Eagles, has been added to the roster for this year’s U.P. All Star Football Game. Cameron’s addition to the game was announced late last week, earning the Eagles’ top talent the...

Engadine’s Taylor to run for NCMC

By Dan Hardenbrook A top senior athlete has announced his future plans: Engadine’s Dakota Taylor, a standout performer in cross country and track, will run for North Central Michigan College (NCMC) this fall. Engadine hosted a signing ceremony for Taylor on Friday,...