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TAS Board discusses old high school’s future
By Sterling McGinn The Tahquamenon Area Schools (TAS) Board of Education accepted the retirement...
Historic Newberry High School’s uncertain future
By Sterling McGinn Exactly 100 years ago, the Newberry community was faced with a dilemma—where...
New owner takes the helm at Mick’s Bait Shop in Curtis
By Carol Stiffler In recent weeks, Mick’s Bait Shop in Curtis quietly changed hands. It’s not...
Noah Bentley: The fishin’ whiz kid
By Carol Stiffler Noah Bentley is a tall young man who, at age 18, has accomplished what seems...
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Ice storms leave Michigan forests vulnerable to damage and disease
Northern Michigan has been hit by strong winter storms, causing damage to trees and forests. Residents are advised to prioritize safety during cleanup and to seek help from certified arborists for managing damaged trees.
MSP arrests driver with cache of illegal weapons on Mackinac Bridge
Semi-truck driver arrested on Mackinac Bridge for driving violations and possession of illegal weapons. Multiple charges being sought.
Obituaries for the week of 3/25/2026
Margaret Ann Kimbler August 17, 1929 – March 19, 2026 Lifelong Newberry area resident Margaret Ann Kimbler, 96, passed away peacefully on Thursday evening, March 19, 2026, at Golden Leaves Living...
Upper Peninsula shares in $94M Michigan marijuana tax
Upper Peninsula municipalities in Michigan will share $3.4M in marijuana tax revenue.
Rare glimpse of early 1900s logging equipment: The Phoenix steam hauler
This log hauler was propelled by two skies in the front and tracks at the rear of the locomotive. Two men were in the cab during operation.
Village council reviews blizzard response and safety
The Newberry village council discussed the community’s response to the recent blizzard, which saw two feet of snowfall but no power outages.
Snowmageddon 2026: The cause
A resourceful Girl Scout’s plan to bring on a snowstorm leads to school cancellations and a blizzard, but no one gets hurt.
Stranded snowmobiler rescued in northern Luce County
Conservation officers from the DNR helped deputies from the Luce County Sheriff’s Office rescue a stranded snowmobiler during a severe blizzard in the remote northern part of Luce County.
Obituaries for the week of 3/19/2026
Dawn Marie Jamieson March 25, 1952 – March 14, 2026 Dawn Marie Jamieson, born on March 25, 1952, in Newberry, MI, passed away on March 14, 2026, at the age of 73. A dedicated nurse aide and medical...
Community rallies to preserve century-old high school building
An advisory committee of residents and school officials held a second meeting to find a plan for the nearly century-old high school building now closed.
Celery City Cagers state champions 100 years ago
Newberry High School’s boys’ basketball team won the Class C State Championship in 1926, defeating St. James of Bay City with a team known as the “Celery City Cagers”.
Community support helps school upgrade gym facilities
Newberry resident takes initiative to improve the J.L. DeCook Gymnasium, securing donations for new rugs and a scorekeeper’s table.
Local man adopting fire hydrants in the village
While we still have a little winter left, Temple encourages anyone who has a hydrant on their property, and is able, to help keep them free of snow this winter and future winters.
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