What’s it like to call 988?
In the midst of a personal crisis, many people find it nearly impossible to reach out for help. A 2022 study conducted by OnePoll asked 2,000 Americans how far they’ll go before asking for help, and 77 percent of respondents said they wait until the situation is an emergency.
A second chance at high school
Just west of the Newberry Post Office, tucked inside what was once a grocery store, a building that at first seems vacant is actually teeming with second chances.
Pine Stump’s newest employee has wheels
There’s a new employee at Pine Stump Drink Shack and Cookery. Their name is. . .well. . . they don’t actually have a name yet but I’ll get to that in a minute.
Luce alters CR 407 paving plan
Nearly 20 members of the public, along with the Luce County Road Commission Board met at a public hearing to discuss the proposal to pave Luce County Roads 410 and 407.
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It’s National Reading Month – Stop by our book fair!
March is National Reading Month and the library will host the spring Paper Pie Book Fair March 16 and 17.
EUP announces girls All Conference
Engadine senior Leah French has earned the first of many postseason awards following a record setting season for the Lady Eagles.
O’Neil completes journey at state wrestling finals
O’Neil picked up the win just 2:33 into his matchup and stayed alive for another matchup, where he went head-to-head with Hudson’s Austin Marry.
Falling plaster troubles Bystrom Auditorium
A portion of the plaster ceiling in Newberry High School’s Bystrom Auditorium has been damaged and is falling from the ceiling, rendering the room unusable at this time.
Youth remake Logging Museum logo
Last week, the museum announced the winners from both Whitefish Township Community Schools in Paradise and Newberry High School.
CLMCD awards 2023 conservation grants
The Chippewa Luce Mackinac Conservation District (CLMCD) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2023 Conservation Grants Program.
Obituaries for the week of 03/08/2023
Keith Gordon Carney January 15, 1961 – February 28, 2023 Longtime Newberry resident, Keith Gordon Carney, 62, died Tuesday February 28, 2023 at his residence. Born January 15, 1961 in Howell, son of...
Boys basketball seasons end in districts
The two local teams were split up in different Division 4 Districts, but suffered similar fates in the MHSAA Division 4 Tournament.
The fad that parked on Newberry Avenue
With the coming of the automobile in the turn of the 20th century, auto agencies or dealerships were being opened by Newberry businessmen even though cars wouldn’t be popular for another two decades.
Snow much fun at snowman contest
Newberry gained a few new (temporary) residents this past Saturday, February 25. The Newberry Area Chamber of Commerce Snowman Building Contest resulted in 14 snow-people and one snow dog constructed in the parking lot of Ice Cream Bandits.
Marijuana tax money to reach accounts this week
On Tuesday, the Michigan Department of Treasury announced that more than $59.5 million is being shared among 224 municipalities and 64 counties within Michigan as part of the Michigan Regulation and Taxation of Marijuana Act.
Winter pruning tips: Snip or saw your way to healthier trees
Pruning is more than just giving your trees and shrubs a trim.
Hockey season ends in Soo
The incredible second season of varsity hockey for the Manistique Emeralds came to a sad, sudden end in the MHSAA regional semifinals at Sault Ste. Marie Friday night.
Obituaries for the week of 03/01/2023
Gordon E. Holmberg December 31, 1955 – February 15, 2023 Longtime Newberry resident, Gordon Eugene Holmberg, 67, died Wednesday morning February 15, 2023 at Helen Newberry Joy Hospital. Born...