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Luce County selected for bike trail pilot program
By Sterling McGinn The idea of a paved bike trial leading north from Newberry had interested...
Luce County Sheriff’s plan for Village policing moves forward
By Carol Stiffler Plans to obtain a part-time deputy to patrol the Village of Newberry are moving...
Newberry firefighters conduct realistic training exercise
By Sterling McGinn and Peter Rahilly Firefighters from several townships in Michigan participated...
Electrofishing surveys study local walleye population
By Emily Martin Planning to be on the water this fall? Be on the lookout for Michigan Department...
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Obituaries for the week of 4/29/2026
Brenda Ann Shepherd November 8, 1953 – March 23, 2026 Brenda Ann Shepherd, 72, of Rainbow, Oregon, passed away on the morning of March 23, 2026 at home with her family. Born November 8, 1953 in...
Rising temperatures increase tick activity in U.P.
As temperatures rise across the U.P., so does the activity of ticks—small arachnids that can pose significant health risks to humans and animals.
Letter to the Editor: Vote Yes for Health CTE program on May 5th
The Health Sciences CTE Program at Newberry High School provides students with employable skills and prepares them for life beyond high school.
Spring fishing begins in Michigan
Michigan’s trout and Lower Peninsula inland walleye and northern pike fishing seasons is open the DNR has a new interactive Inland Trout and Salmon Regulations map makes it easy to check regulations for fishing areas.
Columbus secures clerk, loses treasurer
A clerk has been found after a longtime search by the Columbus Township Board.
DNR seeks public’s help in eagle death investigation
Michigan DNR seeks public assistance in investigating the mysterious deaths of five bald eagles in the Upper Peninsula’s Garden Peninsula.
Seasonal closure ends for most Michigan roadside parks
MDOT roadside parks in Michigan will reopen on April 28, except for some due to weather or construction. Drinking water will be available later in May.
TAS board reinstates Canfield after grievance hearing
Deb Canfield, an administrative assistant at Tahquamenon Area Schools, was reinstated after a public grievance hearing.
Charlie White’s table damaged at Scott’s Point
Newton Township residents are upset after vandals removed about five pine logs that had been assembled into a rustic table and set of benches at Scott’s Point.
Obituaries for the week of 4/22/2026
Brenda Ann Frazier March 20, 1964 – April 14, 2026 Brenda Ann Frazier, 62, of Gould City, passed away Tuesday evening, April 14, 2026, at McLaren Northern Michigan in Petoskey, surrounded by her...
Newberry track teams start title defenses
Spring’s track and field season launched last week when the Newberry boys and girls varsity track teams competed in the Rathbun Invitational.
48 park rangers graduate from Michigan DNR Academy
Michigan Department of Natural Resources graduates 48 park rangers from newly formatted Ranger Academy, marking a milestone in comprehensive training.
Private well owners urged to test water after floods
After flooding events, it’s essential to ensure your drinking water is safe—especially if you rely on a private well.









