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TAS to begin superintendent search
The Tahquamenon Area Schools Board of Education will soon begin their search for a new district superintendent.
Newberry’s railroad sold to new owners
By Pete Wurdock A new three-tone triad is now part of Newberry’s historic railroad history. There...
Concern over snowmobiles
By Carol Stiffler The Tahquamenon area is a playground for snowmobile riders in winter months....
Let’s do (senior) lunch
By Carol Stiffler On Thursday, January 20, seven Curtis-area senior citizens gathered in the...
Gloria Caswell: The heart behind the shelter
By Pete Wurdock Inside the Luce County Animal Shelter, many small hearts are waiting for a new...
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Five things to know about the County Road 407 project
Many folks have questions about the project, and not all information out there is correct.
Obituaries for the week of 09/20/2023
William Matchinski February 23, 1947 – August 29, 2023 William “Will” Matchinski passed away on August 29 after a short illness following hip replacement surgery. William was the third child and...
Quilting ladies want to monitor TAS halls
Most of them have grandchildren who attend Tahquamenon Area Schools (TAS), and they’re concerned about the welfare of students.
Curbing the local cat population
When shops are closed and downtown is quiet, Newberry’s feral cat population is buzzing with activity. But a small group of animal lovers have united to address Newberry’s homeless cat situation.
Village scrap tire event September 23
The Village of Newberry will be hosting a scrap tire collection event for village residents on Saturday, September 23 from 8:30 a.m. until noon (or when the trailer is full).
Obituaries for the week of 09/13/2023
Garrison A. Tippett November 24, 1948 – September 4, 2023 Garrison Allen “Pappy” Tippett of Curtis, age 74, passed away on Monday, September 4, 2023. Gary was the father of Dee Anne (Ibrahim...
Fuelwood permits available for state forests
A fuelwood permit allows users to gather dead and downed wood from designated state forest areas, primarily located in the northern two-thirds of Michigan, for up to 90 days.
Who will buy the Toonerville Trolley?
Visitors booking a seat on the famous trip may notice a “Buy Me” link on the business’s website. Owners Kris and Dixie Stewart, who have operated the business for 42 years, are ready to retire.
Volleyball home openers coming up
The most anticipated home volleyball games in recent memory take place this week as both middle and high school teams will play at home for this first time this week.
Obituaries for the week of 09/06/2023
Richard Lee Durga May 18, 1933 – July 3, 2023 Richard Lee Durga, age 90, passed away on July 3, 2023, at the Medilodge of Munising with his Goddaughter (niece Lissa Tann) by his bedside. Richard was...
Not all classrooms have four walls
As the community gears up for another school year, not all area students will be reporting back to their classrooms. A growing number of students in Luce County are making history as the first organized group of homeschoolers centered in Newberry.
Grubba honored for service to color guard
Newberry resident Robert “Bud” Grubba is now going on 30 years of service to the Newberry American Legion Post 74 color guard. His presence at all home football games and many of the home basketball games has not gone unnoticed.
Fly-in celebration as Two Hearted River airstrip reopens
A total of 21 airplanes landed at the Two Hearted River airstrip this past weekend, which marked the reopening of the 90-year-old airfield on the shore of Lake Superior.
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