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Child care license suspended for daycare center in Alanson
EMMET COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- The child care license for a daycare center in Alanson has been suspended. The Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement and Potential (MiLEAP), and the Child Care Licensing Bureau have summarily suspended and issued a notice of intent to revoke the child care center license of the Little Sunflower Daycare Center.
Law enforcement warns about ‘assassin’ game being played by students
CHEBOYGAN — The Cheboygan County Sheriff’s Department and Cheboygan City Police Department issued a joint press release on Monday warning residents about a game that has become popular among high school students. The game, called Senior Assassin or Junior Assassin, is being played in communities across the country...
New Boyne City Elementary principal to start next school year
BOYNE CITY — Mike Amabile is heading back to his home state to take over as the Boyne City Elementary School principal starting in the 2024-25 school year. Originally from Eau Claire, Amabile received his bachelor’s degree from Western Michigan University in 2005. After attending a job fair, he made his way to Lee County in Florida, where he has worked in various jobs since 2006. In his time in the area, he has worked as a physical education teacher, assistant principal and high school principal.
Rep. Neil Friske spearheads community discussion on law enforcement and immigration
EMMET COUNTY, Micch., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Local officials and members of the public were invited to a roundtable about law enforcement-related issues Friday. The discussion was held in Petoskey by State Representative Neil Friske with help from the Emmet and Charlevoix County prosecutors and the Sault City Police chief. Friske says...
Inland Lakes baseball, softball go perfect, capture home tournament championships
INDIAN RIVER – The Inland Lakes baseball team had a stellar Saturday, going unbeaten at its home tournament with a 5-1 victory over Charlevoix, an 11-2 win over East Jordan, and a 3-0 triumph over Manistique. I-L's Connor Wallace was the winning pitcher against Charlevoix, striking out six in three no-hit innings. Aidan Fenstermaker tossed 2 1/3 innings of relief, striking out four and allowing a hit. ...
Schedule announced for 2024 South Arm Classic Car Show
EAST JORDAN, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Classic car lovers will visit East Jordan this July for the annual South Arm Classic Car Show. The car show is scheduled to take place at Memorial Park in East Jordan on Saturday, July 13. "Classic car owners and enthusiasts are invited to participate and...
NCCMH announces events for May is Mental Health Month
PETOSKEY — North Country Community Mental Health (NCCMH) has planned multiple events and activities to raise awareness for May is Mental Health Month. This year's theme is “Where To Start: Mental Health in a Changing World.” The theme is intended to serve as a reminder that dealing with life’s pressures can be overwhelming, and everyone deserves to feel supported and empowered to seek help when needed.
Player Elise, coach Tom Markham share special family connection on Cheboygan soccer pitch
CHEBOYGAN – It’s never easy being the coach’s kid. And when you’re talented, there’s almost an added pressure to perform even better. For Cheboygan freshman midfielder Elise Markham – the daughter of coach Tom Markham – she’s doing more than fine right now in the early stages of her career with the...
Beaver Island Ferry returns to service: Successful test run after two weeks delay
CHARLEVOIX COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- The Beaver Island Ferry is back in service two weeks after they had hoped to start. The boat company had rebuilt its engines and transmissions, but parts were delayed up the supply chain. The Emerald Isle left Charlevoix Friday morning with cargo for island residents...
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