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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...
Village proposes 3 percent increase in water rates
By Sterling McGinn After months of discussion, the council is close to a decision on raising the...
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Obituaries for the week of 01/10/2024
Reynold Robert Cox April 14, 1964 – December 17, 2023 Reynold Robert Louis Cox, 59, of Duncan passed from this life Sunday, December 17, 2023 in the Encompass Hospital in Wichita Falls, Texas. He...
Make 2024 our best year yet
Each year our collection grows, new educational and entertaining programs for all ages are brought in. Help us make 2024 our best library year yet.
Schoolcraft seeks to be removed as Manistique Lake dam authority
The Manistique Lake dam has been under the supervision of both Luce and Mackinac Counties, with one commissioner from both representing the Manistique Lakes Citizens Advisory Committee.
After great effort, the county approves 2024 budget
Prior to the beginning of their December meeting, the Luce County Board of Commissioners held a budget hearing to review the proposed 2024 fiscal year budget prior to its approval during the regular session.
Winter 2024 – MSU Extension 4-H workshops
Attention teens and employers: Mackinac, Luce, and Schoolcraft 4-H staff have planned a Tri-County Meet the Future Skill Building and Job Fair for 14-19 years olds.
Road commission seeks grant for 407
Luce County Road Commission Engineer and Manager Stuart McTiver said the road commission is applying again for the grant after a good portion of the dirt work was completed last summer.
Getting your littles ready to read
I am always looking for a new library service to support our community. One service, called TALK, came to my offers learning activities for parents to use with children.
Court of Dreams: Newberry basketball goes to the NBA
As they filed in the doors of Little Caesars Arena in downtown Detroit—home of the Detroit Pistons—the Newberry boys and girls basketball teams didn’t know what to think.
Village finds issues with sewer lining work
Watkins is negotiating with the company to have the warranty extended on the liner, which currently expires after one year. She wants the company to scope all lines before the warranty expires.
Manistique Lake dam may become Schoolcraft’s responsibility
“The days of manipulating lake levels are over,” Walker said. EGLE will fine any individual who tampers with the dam, and the person may be subject to jail time.
Emeralds lose to high-flying Jets
Converting turnovers in the neutral zone into odd-man rushes toward the Manistique net, the Jets were able to score twice in the first three minutes of the contest.
Meet David Hopper, new Luce 911 emergency manager
Dave Hopper, who served as the post commander for the Newberry Michigan State Police Post for many years, took the position nearly two weeks ago. He is taking over from former manager, Kevin Erickson, who left the position earlier this year.
O’Neil nabs 100th win, NHS wrestling shines
Hayden O’Neil had a day to remember. He was a perfect 5-0 in matches. His undefeated day included three wins that took less than one minute each. O’Neil also earned his 100th career Varsity win, a milestone many wrestlers never reach.










