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Major Ian Fishback has died at age 42
Newberry residents have been shocked to learn of the death of Major Ian Fishback, a 1997 graduate of Newberry High School. Fishback had a long career of military success and had been a high-profile figure at times.
Who are we? Not our opinions
The way we all got along reminded me of my friends and neighbors in Luce and Mackinac counties. The people I know well are wonderful, generous people who care about each other despite some huge differences on subjects like politics, religion, and abortion.
COVID is back again
After weeks in decline, COVID cases are rising again in Michigan, including in most counties across the Upper Peninsula.
TAS Board Joins EUP Connect Collaborative
Tahquamenon Area Schools voted to join the massive EUP Connect Collaborative project to bring high-speed internet access to every 9-1-1 address in the Eastern Upper Peninsula.
Newton Township residents hear presentation on proposed quarry
Gould City area residents filled the Newton Township Hall on Monday, November 8 to hear a presentation about the proposed quarry to be operated by the Carmeuse mining company.
The Michigan moose among us
Moose sightings along U.P. highways in the region lead motorists to pull over and get out to take pictures.
A new era begins on the ice
The launch of a high school team featuring kids from Newberry, Manistique, and Munising has launched a new era.
Obituaries for the week of 11/17/2021
Donald Anderson June 4, 1943 – November 9, 2021 Donald M. Anderson was born on June 4, 1943 in Newberry, Michigan, nine hours after his wife Tudy, in the same room at Doc Gibson’s house. He grew up...
I had COVID – why do I need to get vaccinated?
My Primary Care Physician recommended I get one of the COVID-19 vaccines. I am reluctant to get it, because I’ve read that the immunity you get from having the disease is better than what you can get from any of the vaccines.
Sault Tribe offering vaccine lottery
The lottery will include three team member drawings and three tribal member drawings per month from December 2021 through April 2022. Eligible winners will receive $5,000 each.
It’s a yes for TAS
At long last, students and staff who have endured difficult conditions at Tahquamenon Area Schools have new hope: the school bond has finally passed.
Obituaries for the week of 11/10/2021
James Matthew Burton October 30, 1951 – November 6, 2021 James “Jim” Matthew Burton, age 70, of Germfask, MI passed away peacefully on November 6, 2021, with his loving family at his side. Jim was...
What good are wolves?
Wolves trigger what is known as a trophic cascade – a top-down interaction between predators and prey which ripples through the food web.









