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Back to school!

By Carol Stiffler Students, sharpen your pencils. School is back in session on Tuesday, September...

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What’s that in the water? Freshwater jellyfish

What’s that in the water? Freshwater jellyfish

As anglers, swimmers and other water recreation fans flock to Michigan lakes and streams this summer, some may catch a glimpse of a common, though rarely seen invertebrate known as the freshwater jellyfish.

Obituaries for the week of 08/16/2023

Thomas D. Kenney September 8, 1954 – August 6, 2023 Thomas "Tom" Dickson Kenney, 68, of Curtis, died Sunday evening, August 6, 2023 at his residence following a courageous battle with melanoma. Born...

What’s up with Big Manistique water levels?

What’s up with Big Manistique water levels?

A dam situated more than a mile west of the source of the Manistique River controls the water level on Big Manistique Lake. Who controls the dam? How deep should Big Manistique Lake be?

Obituaries for the week of 08/09/2023

Brayden Allen Morgan March 24, 2011 – July 29, 2023 Brayden Allen Morgan, 12, of Newberry, passed away suddenly Saturday July 29, 2023 at MyMichigan Medical Center-Sault Ste. Marie. Born March 24,...

Get banded at Loonapalooza

Get banded at Loonapalooza

Preparations for the first-ever Loonapalooza event, which will be held at the Erickson Center for the Arts in Curtis on August 11, are in the final stages.

Quinlan remembers Newberry during WWII

Quinlan remembers Newberry during WWII

Newberry native Mary Ann (Barber) Quinlan now lives in Middleville, Michigan, but says Newberry will always be home. She is full of interesting stories of Newberry during WWII, and she loves to talk about growing up in Newberry.

Luce County LINK begins liquidation process

Luce County LINK begins liquidation process

By Sterling McGinn  The Luce County LINK was hoping to find a new home by Monday, July 31, a date set by the group’s board. Though they followed a couple of leads, plans to relocate didn’t work out....