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Loaded softball box scores continue to headline Gaylord-area top performers
GAYLORD — Otsego County continues to be dominated by softball. With two state title contenders out of the three area teams its easy to see why they've gained so much attention, but with the loaded box scores and absurd individual performances area softball players continue to put up, the 'Top Athletes of the Week' list gets closer and closer to a 'Top Softball Players of the Week' list.
How sophomore Nora Bethuy is helping a veteran-led defending state champion
CADILLAC ― Injuries can derail even the most talented teams. While that seems obvious, there are teams overloaded with talent that, if the injury bug reared its head, could survive without one or two key players. Gaylord softball, the defending Division 2 state champions and the top-ranked softball team in Michigan regardless of division,...
A Tale of Two Lofts
Michigan Community Capital seeks to address the “missing middle” in Grayling and Boyne City with new apartments. Two northern Michigan projects aimed at addressing a dearth of middle income housing are inching forward after years of delays in Grayling and Boyne City. Sawmill Lofts – Grayling. On...
Looking Back: Antrim County embezzlement scandal unfolds
CHARLEVOIX — One hundred years ago, the April 24, 1924 Charlevoix Sentinel reported that a major scandal had erupted to our south in Antrim County. The paper named no names before requested grand jury investigative proceedings began, but those acquainted with the issue would have recognized the head of the county “home” facility as the party involved.
Vanderbilt school to offer adult education program next fall
GAYLORD — Adults who lack a high school diploma or an equivalent credential like a General Educational Development, may be able to earn one at the Vanderbilt Area School in the near future. The school (VAS) has been awarded a grant to become an adult education provider in Otsego...
Blazing the Boyne City to Charlevoix Trail
We’re getting ever closer to an interconnected northern Michigan thanks to ongoing work on the Boyne City to Charlevoix Trail. According to the Top of Michigan Trails Council, the third phase of the trail is underway and slated for completion this year. The 2.36-mile segment begins at the north end of Springwater Beach Road and continues on the Lake Charlevoix side of Boyne City-Charlevoix Road through Bay Township. Before the trail meets the Village of Horton Bay, it will connect to the road. The remaining phases of the trail—segments four and five—encompass another 6+ miles of trail to fully link Boyne City and Charlevoix. Fundraising is underway for the remaining segments, though no firm dates are set for groundbreaking. Stay up to date with the trail’s progress at trailscouncil.org.
Gaylord High School to receive upgrades thanks to grants from local foundation
OTSEGO COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Gaylord High School is getting money to help update the school and its programs. The high school received two educational grants from the Meemic Foundation. One grant was for $1,500 and will go towards replacing the 30-year-old auditorium lights. The second grant was for $500...
Grayling man arrested on possession of meth
Donald Holland, 48, Grayling, was lodged in the Crawford County Jail after being arrested by Michigan State Police. An MSP press release stated that at approximately 10 p.m. April 17, Holland was stopped by troopers from MSP Houghton Lake Post #72 on M-72 near M-93 in Grayling Township. At the time of the stop, Holland did not have insurance […]
Petoskey’s Restaurant Week kicks off May 3
PETOSKEY — Petoskey’s Spring Restaurant Week returns Friday, May 3 and goes through Sunday, May 12. Participating restaurants in and around Petoskey will be setting their own menus and deals. Nine local restaurants are confirmed to be a part of the restaurant week, and Petoskey Regional Chamber of Commerce officials said there is still time to become a part of this event.
Ellsworth secures $7M for crucial water treatment overhaul
ELLSWORTH — The Village of Ellsworth is eligible to receive a $2,081,000 loan and $5,528,000 grant to construct a wastewater collection and treatment system from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development. The funding is part of a program giving $32,789,000 in loans and grants to six rural communities...
Petoskey knocks off Port Huron United in overtime
PETOSKEY - Charlie Thomas’s goal early in overtime set off a wild on-field celebration as the Petoskey Northmen scored an impressive 5-4 victory over Port Huron on Friday night. For the Northmen (7-1), it was a big measuring stick game against one of the top ranked teams in the state power rankings. Port Huron started the game strong, leading 2-0 after one quarter of play, and 3-1 early in the second quarter before a Petoskey timeout. The Northmen picked up their play from there, only trailing 4-3 at halftime. Thomas scored the only goal for either team in the second half early in the third quarter to tie the game up at 4-4, which would be the score heading into overtime.
Traditional trout season opens Saturday
Old AuSable Fly Shop Manager Andy Partlo said this Saturday’s traditional trout opener is shaping up to be “one of the best fly fishing openers in years.” “This year, things are right on track,” Partlo said. “It is like right on.” Partlo said the traditional trout opener takes place the last weekend in April because that is when the metabolism […]
Autism Acceptance Walk set for Sunday in Boyne City
BOYNE CITY — North Country Community Mental Health will host the 9th annual Autism Acceptance Walk on Sunday, April 28 in Boyne City. Registration for the walk will begin at 9 a.m., with the walk starting at 10 a.m. at Veterans Memorial Park. The cost is $10. The walk...
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