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AT&T hands up on rural landlines
Telephone giant AT&T announced plans this week to entirely discontinue landline service in almost all states, including Michigan.
Major Ian Fishback has died at age 42
Losing Major Fishback By Carol Stiffler Newberry residents have been shocked to learn of the death...
COVID is back again
By Carol Stiffler After weeks in decline, COVID cases are rising again in Michigan, including in...
It’s a yes for TAS
By Carol Stiffler At long last, students and staff who have endured difficult conditions at...
Internet coverage for the whole EUP
By Sterling McGinn A major effort to bring broadband internet, like the ones listed on small...
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Obituaries for the week of 07/26/2023
Robert A. Zellar Sr. July 15, 1946 – July 12, 2023 Robert A. Zellar Sr. passed away on July 12, 2023 at McLaren Hospital in Petoskey. He was born on July 15, 1946 in Newberry, MI to George and...
When it’s raining cats and dogs
Whether the rain threatens or not, the library welcomes you to drop by and enjoy what we have to offer.
Michigan cyclist visits on 2,400 mile trip
Tim Ward is a passionate cyclist who is raising awareness for an organization many people may not know about.
Luce West Mackinac County Fair begins next week
The Luce West Mackinac County Fair Board has announced the schedule for the 2023 fair, which is set to begin on Thursday, July 27 running through Sunday, July 30.
TAS board hires varsity girls BB coach
The Tahquamenon Area Schools (TAS) Board of Education has hired a Newberry High School alumnus and former basketball player.
Engadine names new girls basketball coach
The next time the Engadine Lady Eagles take the basketball court, the team will have a different look and feel.
Obituaries for the week of 07/19/2023
Gregory George Tiglas April 2, 1959 – June 24, 2023 Lifelong Newberry resident, Gregory George Tiglas, 64, died Saturday, June 24, 2023 at his residence. Greg was born April 2, 1959 in Newberry,...
Deer Park Lodge: the perfect place to visit
Property owners around Muskallonge Lake have their own little slice of heaven. Deer Park Lodge is certainly one of those places.
Great Lakes, great books
By Brian Freitag TASPL Director It’s easy for some to mistake the Great Lakes for the ocean at first. I’ve brought a few people to see Lake Superior for the first time, and that’s what they all say:...
Fire hall renamed Peter Rahilly Fire Station #1
The 96-year-old brick fire station in Newberry, simply known for decades as Newberry Fire Station #1, has a new name, and a familiar one for that matter.
Kitzman brings bold vision to athletic dept.
In his initial meeting with Newberry coaching staff earlier this week, Kitzman, a 2006 graduate of Newberry High School, laid his vision out.
Obituaries for the week of 07/12/2023
Denise Marie Puckett November 2, 1951 – June 29, 2023 Denise Marie Puckett, age 71, of Newberry, MI, passed away on June 29, 2023, at Helen Newberry Joy Hospital with family by her side. Denise was...











