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Ready for an American birthday
By Sterling McGinn July Fourth is just around the corner, and there will be several activities in...
Congratulations Class of 2022
By Sterling McGinn On Friday, May 27, forty-one seniors of the Newberry High School (NHS) class...
Will brownouts rain on our summer?
Power shortages and brownouts are possible during peak times this summer, and the warning is going...
The kids who bring the world to town
By Carol Stiffler Claudio Bistolfi, 17, swapped the bustling streets of Milan, Italy, for the...
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Luce County building parking reopens
The majority of the Luce County Government Building parking lot has been reopened to traffic following a temporary closure due to stability issues, though a small portion remains barricaded until repair work is done.
From Hell to Paradise with the American Legion Riders
Hundreds of riders will soon trek from Hell, Mich. to Paradise, Mich in an event presented by the American Legion Riders.
Strength training is lifting the Indians
The Indians have formed a new partnership with personal trainer Aaron Donovan, who owns and operates Big Lake Strength and Fitness, a small facility in Curtis that is known for changing lives.
Obituaries for the week of 07/24/2024
Joseph F. Kolder January 9, 1934 — July 21, 2024 Our beloved husband and father, Joseph F. Kolder, went home to be with his Lord on July 21, 2024. Joe was born and raised in Flint, MI. He and his...
Gym floor project may be delayed; TAS salary questions raised
The new floor project for the J.L. DeCook Gymnasium, slated to begin in a matter of weeks, may be delayed due to an asbestos issue.
Newberry loses two civic leaders
Wednesday, July 10 was a day of loss for Luce County as two leaders and outstanding citizens, Robert Cameron and Kevin Erickson, died following long illnesses.
Life on Engadine’s Furlong Creek Farm
An incredible amount of science and knowledge is factored into how the Furlong Creek Farm runs. This is not something Andrea and Kevin learned overnight.
Village begins repair and resurfacing of Handy Street
Efforts will be made to minimize road closures during this timeframe however, portions of Handy Street will need to be blocked off as demolition and construction is taking place.
Newberry Country Club fully open
Less than a month after a major storm ripped through the Newberry Country Club, club owner Lance Byrns has announced that all 18 holes are now playable and the course is fully reopened.
Obituaries for the week of 07/17/2024
Patricia Jo Miller September 14, 1961 – June 30, 2024 62 Years Old A Soul Never Dies… It Just Returns Home It is with a heavy heart we are announcing the passing of Patricia Jo Miller while at the...
J.L. DeCook Gymnasium to get new floor
One of Newberry High School’s main athletic facilities will get a facelift when the J.L. DeCook Gymnasium receives a newly remodeled floor and playing surface later this summer.
Luce County youth had lowest voter turnout in Michigan in 2022
While Michigan led the nation in 2022 in voter turnout for citizens aged 18-29, data shows that nearly 60% of active registered voters in that age group did not cast a ballot in the midterm election.
Newberry’s Ralph Newman receives honor
The late Ralph Newman, born and raised in Newberry, will receive the 2024 Bill Finger Award for Excellence in Comic Book Writing posthumously for his significant contributions to the field.









