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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 03/06/2024
Beth Arlene Day May 10, 1934 – February 25, 2024 Beth Arlene Day (Suzi), 89, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, February 25, 2024. Born on May 10, 1934 in Newberry Michigan, she was the...
Old JerMac mill materials salvaged
A piece of Newberry’s lumbering past is now gone—but not totally forgotten.
Village seeks grant for service line replacement
The Village of Newberry is seeking a grant from EGLE (Environment Great Lakes and Energy) to assist in the inventory of lead service lines within the village.
Our non-profit hospital
In an attempt to collaborate with other health organizations and to secure additional funding and services, hospital officials have been working toward restructuring as a traditional 501c3 not-for-profit health organization.
Yooper Fitness coming to Newberry
For those who love to work out and for those wanting the opportunity—get ready—because a 24-hour physical fitness center is getting ready to open their doors in the Newberry area.
High school hockey season ends in Soo
The third season of local high school varsity hockey came to a sudden end against a familiar face in Sault Ste. Marie last week.
Obituaries for the week of 02/28/2024
Elgin “David” Mahn September 30, 1937 – February 25, 2024 Long time Newberry resident Elgin “David” Mahn died February 25, 2024 at Golden Leaves Living Center following a courageous battle with...
Volunteers to start having lunch with students
Volunteers with group known as “People who Care” will begin having lunch with students at school, said Newberry High School Principal Trevor Clark.
Over budget and unreasonable: School work bids rejected
The project changes will not be approved until the school board is given detailed plans of the revised projects.
Getting to know you: Matthew Eastman
Newberry’s Living Water Church Assembly of God officially has a new pastor.
Kaylen Clark to play hockey at Davenport University
After accepting an offer to run cross country and track for the Davenport University Panthers, Clark has also committed to play hockey.
Newberry wrestlers make history
A pair of wrestlers for the Newberry program made history this past weekend, advancing through the MHSAA Individual Wrestling Regionals.
Lady Indians shock the Saints
“Our press break shut them down right from the start. We shot the ball with confidence, and everybody played a key part,” said Johnson, who highlighted several players who made an impact.









