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Independence Day event schedule
By Sterling McGinn Happy birthday, America! Flags, parades and fireworks will soon be in abundance...
Winning on Wheel of Fortune
By Carol Stiffler Is David Livermore the happiest man to ever compete on Wheel of Fortune? Maybe....
Logging Museum gets ‘Big Wheels’
By Sterling McGinn You can’t miss a set of logging wheels, more commonly known as “Big Wheels.”...
Village discusses adding fire millage for truck
By Sterling McGinn The Newberry Village Council held a lengthy discussion at their May meeting...
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Hands-on maple syrup project engages Newberry High students
Students in Newberry High School’s biology and physical science classes completed a very practical lesson plan this past spring: they tackled the science of maple syrup.
Munising Beacon transitions to local ownership, founder returns
The Munising Beacon has been acquired by Munising native Jennifer Champagne, who convinced the paper’s founder, Steve Stiffler, to return as co-publisher.
Hood, Austin team up to coach Engadine football
Engadine Eagles football team welcomes back Coach Howard Hood, a familiar face, to lead the team with the support of Hall of Fame Coach Joe Austin.
Vincent completes Eagle Scout project
Joseph Vincent, Life Scout in Newberry’s BSA Troop 130, is one step closer to becoming an Eagle Scout with the completion of his Eagle Scout project.
Family fun at Michigan DNR’s Newberry open house event
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources invites the public to a free, family-friendly open house at its new Customer Service Center in Newberry.
Tractor parade, races, at Engadine Old Iron Show
The former Engadine Tractor Show has returned as the Engadine Old Iron Show.
Obituaries for the week of 8/6/2025
Murvle Franklin Payton May 21, 1943 – July 31, 2025 Longtime Newberry resident, Murvle "Murv" Franklin Payton, 82, died Thursday morning, July 31, 2025 at U.P. Health Systems-Marquette. Born May 21,...
Meet the owl banding duo at Whitefish Point
The bands provide valuable information on owl migration patterns, such as where they went, how long it took to get there, and what the bird weighed.
Portage Township creates pocket prairie for wildlife
Portage Township is converting 1.5 acres of land into a “pocket prairie” with native plants to support wildlife.
Jace Suriano makes the team
Jace Suriano never played in a baseball game, but he might have done more for Newberry baseball than anyone in recent memory.
From Newberry to Hollywood: Chad T. Wood’s inspiring journey
Chad T. Wood shares his experiences growing up in Newberry, his diverse career in software programming, acting, and coaching, and his passion for life.
Tahquamenon Logging Museum floor fixed, breakfasts back
After repairs to the cook shack floor, the Tahquamenon Logging Museum will resume its Lumberjack Breakfasts in August 2025.
Luce County dissolves parks and rec board amid controversy
The Luce County Parks and Recreation Department has been dissolved due to issues with the board of directors and the resignation of the parks and recreation director.
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