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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.
New bike trails now open near Topinabee
CHEBOYGAN COUNTY — Mountain biking enthusiasts now have some brand new trails to enjoy in Northern Michigan. The Little Traverse Conservancy officially opened the Melvin Family Hiking and Biking Trails on Friday, April 26. The trails are the first professionally-designed and built trails in Cheboygan County. “This project has...
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,...
'Everything was clicking tonight': Cheboygan softball's offense lights up Boyne City
CHEBOYGAN – The Cheboygan softball team knows it let one get away after an 8-7 loss to Boyne City last Saturday. So, the Chiefs were out for revenge on Tuesday – and they got it in a big way. Paced by powerful hitting and terrific pitching, the Chiefs swept through the Ramblers with 7-4 and 17-1 victories in a home doubleheader. ...
Exploring Michigan: Digging through the history of Fort Michilimackinac
MACKINAW CITY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- In the latest edition of our Exploring Michigan series, were taking a trip to Fort Michilimackinac in Mackinaw City. The early settlers there set aside the land where a colonial fort once stood. That decision is paying off over 150 years later as archaeologists continue...
$100,000 check puts Save Cornwall group closer to saving dam
CHEBOYGAN COUNTY — The campaign to save the Cornwall Dam in Cheboygan County is getting closer to its goal. On Tuesday, the group “Save Cornwall” received a check worth $100,000 from Awakon Federal Credit Union. The founder of the group Curtis Goldsborough says this means they have 75% of the close to $1.5 million needed to repair the dam, which was set to be removed. Goldsborough says he’s amazed at what the group has been able to accomplish, going from just raising awareness to taking action and raising funds.
Supplies sent to humane society after dozens of animals rescued
EMMET COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- An Emmet County animal shelter is dealing with more than 50 pets that were rescued from a suspected hoarding situation. Shelter staff asked the community for help and the community answered. Prior story: Animal abuse charges sought after 49 cats, 2 dogs rescued from home.
Indian River School District announces change to school calendar
SELBYVILLE, Del. – The Indian River School District has announced a change to its last day of school for the 2023-2024 school year. The last day of school for students in grades pre-k through 11th will now be Wednesday, June 5th. The last day for teachers will be Friday, June 7th, and the last day for paraprofessionals will be Wednesday, June 5th.
Reviewing the news: Moonshine and baseball
This afternoon quite an array of moonshine cases were before Judge King, after a lull of several weeks. The first to appear in court was Mrs. Lillian Hanson, of 223 South B street, who was charged in the complaint by Sheriff Slate with the sale of intoxicants in the form of moonshine whiskey. This she denied and was told that she could waive examination or demand a hearing, to learn the evidence against her. She asked the court to fix the time and the same was placed as Monday, April 28. Her bonds to appear for examination were placed at $1,000 with two sureties.
CTAC announces new strategic vision and mission statement
PETOSKEY — The Crooked Tree Arts Center recently unveiled a new strategic vision and mission statement for the local arts organization. According to a press release, the announcement marks a significant milestone in CTAC’s commitment to developing an engaged, creative and connected community. The cornerstone of CTAC's new...
Scenic RV trip inspires new Fox's Pizza Den location in Petoskey
PETOSKEY — A trip down U.S. 31 will bring you right to the latest addition of new businesses coming to Petoskey: Fox’s Pizza Den. The new location, which opened in March, is off to a good start, said Jim Fox Jr., who is running the Petoskey location. A pizza chain based in Pittsburgh, Fox’s...
Sidlauskas making his mark as elite thrower on Cheboygan boys track and field team
INDIAN RIVER – Just a few years ago, Lucas Sidlauskas wasn’t too familiar with the discus or shot put. But when he decided to take it up, he started to like it. Then he went to work during one of those summers, looking to improve in any way possible.
Why Gaylord softball is the favorite to win another Division 2 state championship
CADILLAC ― It has been a long time since the Gaylord softball team played on its home field. Since winning the team's third-consecutive district title on their home field back in June of 2023, the team has played 19 consecutive games away from home; a stretch of 10 months that has included the team's second regional title in three years, the program's first-ever state championship and, to start this season, nearly a month of games against some...
Cheboygan principal retiring after 30 years in district
CHEBOYGAN — Nancy Spray, Cheboygan High School principal, always loved school. Originally from Cheboygan, Spray graduated from Cheboygan Area Schools before heading to Central Michigan University. She wasn’t sure if she wanted to go pre-med or go into education, but her love for school helped her make the choice....
Who were the top performers in the Cheboygan area during the week?
CHEBOYGAN – My goodness, it’s been quite a week. From more records being broken, to impressive displays on the diamond and everywhere in between, Cheboygan area spring sports athletes and teams produced in a big way. So, with another week in the books, here were some of the most impressive performances from...
'It's a big boost for these boys': Cheboygan baseball tops Rudyard in home doubleheader
CHEBOYGAN – Last Saturday, the Cheboygan baseball team took one on the chin against Rudyard. Losing by 16 runs to the Bulldogs in Boyne City, the Chiefs had an opportunity for payback against their Straits Area Conference rivals a few days later. On Thursday, the Chiefs came up with arguably their two biggest victories of the season by sweeping the Bulldogs with 6-4 and 7-6 wins in Cheboygan. ...
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