Ready for an American birthday
July Fourth is just around the corner, and there will be several activities in Newberry to help you celebrate America’s birth.
Congratulations Class of 2022
On Friday, May 27, forty-one seniors of the Newberry High School (NHS) class of 2022 received their diplomas and are now officially alumni.
Top News Stories
Road commission provides CR405 closure dates
The Luce County Road Commission has announced that County Road 405, also known as Dollarville Road, will be closed beginning August 8 so the bridge over Teaspoon Creek can be replaced.
Sault Tribe names Hoffman as chairman
Sault Tribe Vice Chairman DJ Hoffman was appointed chairman by the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians Board of Directors at its special meeting held June 27.
Just Bill – Yearly change is slow, but in a generation
A few things are new in Portage Township since last summer. I don’t see it all at once, but little by little the changes become apparent.
Doctor, why? Should I be taking vitamins?
It has been my understanding that I can prevent a number of health problems, such as cancer and cardiovascular issues, by taking vitamins.
Mark Farner loves this area
Rock musician Mark Farner, a Flint native, has long been a fan of the U.P., and the McMillan and Curtis areas in general.
Getting to know you: Marie McNamara
If you are a McMillan Township resident, Marie McNamara will be your new clerk. She is not a stranger to the township and is familiar with the election process and the many tasks required of the position.
Plots available at the Heavenly Half Acre
If you’ve wanted to try your hand at gardening, here’s an opportunity: The Heavenly Half Acre community garden on West Truman Boulevard still has five plots available for rent.
The Powers behind Newberry Microgreens
Jonathan Powers explained that a plant is in microgreen status after it is a sprout, and before it grows into a baby green.
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Sports
Track teams compete for EUP Conference Titles
The track and field teams from Newberry and Engadine wrapped up their regular seasons last Wednesday when they competed in the EUP Conference Championship meet in Pickford.
Newberry track athletes qualify for UP Finals
The Newberry Track and Field teams took the big step towards qualifying for the UP Finals at their MHSAA Division 2 Regional meet.
NHS girls softball battling injuries and gaining experience
The Indians are dealing with some injuries, giving other players a chance at significantly more playing time. This gives them the opportunity to gain experience.
Outdoors
Lake Superior anglers asked to report marked splake
Fishing in Lake Superior? You can help the Michigan Department of Natural Resources evaluate the Lake Superior splake fishery by reporting marked splake.
The frogs in the forest
Michigan sports about 25 species of amphibians, mostly frogs and salamanders, which in the world of amphibians is a rather small showing.
DNR pledges 50 million trees by 2030, invites residents to help ‘plant it forward’
The DNR is encouraging people to grab a shovel and a tree and join in planting 50 million trees by 2030 as part of the 1T.org Trillion Trees campaign.
