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Deer Harvest Summary shows whitetail harvest
By Carol Stiffler Hunters in Michigan who have been concerned about deer population figures now...
More than 6 tons of waste taken from Lake Superior
The U.P.’s most stunning shoreline recently benefitted from a clean-up that hauled away more than...
Prestin wins 108th district seat
By Carol Stiffler Dave Prestin, a businessman from Cedar River, won the race for Michigan’s...
A second chance at high school
By Carol Stiffler Just west of the Newberry Post Office, tucked inside what was once a grocery...
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Logging museum wraps up lumberjack season
It was a picture-perfect day along the Tahquamenon River as the Tahquamenon Logging Museum wrapped up its final Lumberjack breakfast of the season.
Luce County prosecutor leaving October 10
Luce County Prosecutor Cameron Harwell is resigning as of October 10.
Dig Pink returns
One of the biggest sporting events of the season—the annual Dig Pink volleyball game—will pair Newberry and Engadine volleyball teams in competition for an incredible cause on Thursday night.
Obituaries for the week of 10/02/2024
Richard M. Zenker June 5, 1937– September 25, 2024 Lifelong Newberry resident, Richard Maxmillian Zenker, 87, died Wednesday afternoon September 25, 2024 at his residence in the presence of his...
The family that keeps growing
Through the Gift of Life organ and tissue donor program, Rohen Clarks organs continue to help others in need.
TikTok video empties school
A Tahquamenon Area Schools student posted a desperately sad video on TikTok last week, resulting in 365 students missing at least part of the next school day.
Dam authority talks winter drawdown
The new Big Manistique Lake Authority board, the delegated authority for the lake and water control structure, met recently to discuss a winter draw down and lake level updates that have been taking place this summer.
Engadine crowns homecoming royalty, wins game
Engadine Consolidated Schools celebrated their 2024 Homecoming last week with activities throughout the week, culminating in the patriotic-themed homecoming parade.
Go cranberry picking this Saturday
Get outdoors this fall with Little Traverse Conservancy. A free cranberry picking event will take place this Saturday.
Obituaries for the week of 09/25/2024
Patricia I. Foldenauer March 20, 1937 – September 19, 2024 Our beloved sister, aunt, and friend Patricia “Pat” Irene Foldenauer went home to be with her Lord on Thursday, September 19, 2024, at the...
TAS nearing millage renewal vote
On November 5, 2024, the community will be asked to renew and restore the operating millage for Tahquamenon Area Schools. The continuation of this millage on non-homestead property accounts for about $3.93 million of the school district’s total general fund.
Bay Mills tribe nets $17.3m grant
The Bay Mills Indian Community is one of four tribal communities in Michigan that will receive millions of dollars in Climate Pollution Reduction Grants.
The intriguing life of a pinecone
When walking along a forest path, you might notice “pinecones” crunching underfoot or scattered along the ground. Looking closer, these cones reveal hidden worlds within their spiraled scales.









