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Census work sparks fast-moving rumors
When a U.S. Census Bureau worker was on the ground in Curtis recently, word of what he may be doing spread like wildfire.
Road work in progress
This first phase will improve the roadbed and realign portions of the road, allowing it to be paved if funds allow in the future.
Can Columbus Township survive?
Only one individual of the five-member board has decided to run for reelection, which will leave four open seats for the general election in November of 2024.
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Moose Population in Michigan’s Western Upper Peninsula Remains Stable
The moose population estimate for the western Upper Peninsula (U.P.) shows no significant difference compared to the last survey conducted in 2019.
Obituaries for the week of 06/14/2023
Thomas W. Lindsey Sr. April 20, 1944 – June 5, 2023 Lifelong Newberry resident, Thomas William Lindsey Sr., 79, died Monday evening June 5, 2023 at UP Health Systems-Marquette. Born April 20, 1944...
Wrapping up the 40-book challenge
At the beginning of the 2022-23 school year, 6th grade teacher Lynn Evans presented the 40 Book Challenge to her students.
The second grader who changes lives
Felicity decided to donate the trimmings to Wigs for Kids, and upped the ante: For $100 an inch, she’d donate up to 22 inches of her hair.
Stars shine: A Track and Field Finals to remember
The Newberry boys delivered a performance that would have delivered them a team title in most years and the Lady Indians had their own day to remember.
Portage votes to form own library
Curtis Public Library, which has been part of the Superior District Library (SDL) co-op, will transition to an independent township library this summer.
Moosetache and Illumin8 Youth opens tonight in Old Bank
There is new life to an old and beautiful Newberry building and its purpose is geared towards the benefit of youth.
Softball: Lady Indians reach district final
The Lady Indians peaked at the right time, winning two of their last three games, including the district opener against Rapid River on Saturday.
Obituaries for the week of 06/07/2023
George Edwin Hahn July 28, 1931 – May 29, 2023 Former Engadine resident, George Edwin Hahn, 91, a resident of Sault Ste. Marie since 2014, died Monday, May 29, 2023 at My Michigan Medical...
Library Field Days at TASPL
We welcome you to drop by the library at your convenience to pick up a Summer Reading Program brochure at the circulation desk for program details, to sign up, and bag a free book!
A visit with the Agate Lady in Grand Marais
Lake Superior – with an unprecedented amount of fresh water, and hundreds of mysterious shipwrecks resting its lake bottom, it’s also a rock hunter’s dream.
Newberry area reaches Extreme Fire Danger status
Local volunteer fire departments and the DNR office have responded to several fires in the last couple of weeks that were all human caused.
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