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Softball Game Recap: South Lyon Comes Up Short
On Monday, South Lyon faced Gaylord in a battle between two of the state's top teams. The South Lyon Lions lost 15-2 to the Gaylord Blue Devils. The defeat continues a trend for South Lyon in their matchups with Gaylord: they've now lost three in a row. For Gaylord's part,...
Ceremony remembers those who made the ultimate sacrifice for country
GAYLORD — Despite cloudy skies and a persistent rain, Ron LeBourdais of the Ralph Holewinski VFW Post 1518 welcomed everyone to the Memorial Day ceremony in Gaylord by reminding them of the difference between Veterans Day and Memorial Day. Veterans Day, which occurs in November, is designed to honor...
Plans underway to build a state-operated veterans cemetery in Crawford County
CRAWFORD COUNTY — People all over Northern Michigan came out Monday to give tribute to those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. In Crawford County, at Camp Grayling, a ceremony was held to honor a pair of National Guardsmen who died decades ago. The ceremony was held at what may be the smallest cemetery in the U.S. and is where the two soldiers are buried. At the event, an update for a push for a veterans cemetery in the county was given.
North Central Academy’s school store ‘Grandmas Place’ is making an impact on students’ lives
North Central Academy’s school store ‘Grandmas Place’ is making an impact on students lives. When Crystal Williams retired from health care, she knew she wasn’t done giving back to her community. After her children went through North Central Academy in Mancelona, and now having six grandchildren attending, her wheels began turning.
Guardian Flight provides speedy care for UP rural EMS response
Upper Peninsula, Mich. (WLUC) - This week is the 50th anniversary of celebrating Emergency Medical Services workers. Ryan Trudeau has worked in EMS for 18 years. He’s been a flight paramedic for the last six. “If we’re flying, that’s probably the patient’s worst day of their life,” Trudeau said....
Area high schools reveal valedictorians, salutatorians for this year
GAYLORD — Area high schools have revealed their valedictorians and salutatorians for the Class of 2024. Below are student profiles for Gaylord, Gaylord St. Mary Cathedral and the Vanderbilt Area School. Gaylord High School. Samantha Keiser is the GHS valedictorian. She is the daughter of Rachel and Jeremy Keiser...
Debate over property tax millage reduction for OCCOA continues
GAYLORD — Earlier this month, the Otsego County Board of Commissioners signed off on a measure that will have the voters decide on whether to renew a property tax millage to fund the Otsego County Commission on Aging for the next five years. The county board approved the ballot...
Board of Health declines to appeal COVID-19 ruling, Murphy vows to continue legal battle
CHARLEVOIX — In a unanimous decision, the Health Department of Northwest Michigan's Board of Health opted not to appeal Otsego County Judge Colin Hunter's recent ruling that questioned the constitutionality of certain state statutes used to enforce COVID-19 restrictions during the pandemic. Judge Hunter's ruling stemmed from a lawsuit...
New heritage trail unveiled celebrating Michigan's forest history
CRAWFORD COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- A new heritage trail was just dedicated in Crawford County. The trailhead is on the north end of Kirtland Community College. Meteorologist Trevor Roubadeaux was at Wednesday's event to see what makes this trail special. A new heritage trail was just unveiled in Grayling along...
Softball Game Preview: Boyne City on Home-Turf
The Boyne City Ramblers will be playing at home against the Mancelona Ironmen at 4:30 p.m. on Friday. The last three games Boyne City has played have been within two runs, so don't be surprised if it's a close one. On Thursday, it was a hard-fought contest, but Boyne City...
Campgrounds welcome Memorial Day visitors to kickstart summer season
Editor's note: This story was created for broadcast on Friday, May 24. EMMET & WEXFORD COUNTIES, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Memorial Day is the unofficial start to the summer camping season and places like Magnus Park in Petoskey and Mitchel State Park in Cadillac are already busy. UpNorthLive News visited a...
Who were the top performers in Gaylord-area sports this past week?
GAYLORD — Another week, another long list of noteworthy performances from Otsego County athletes. Catch up with the top performers from last week from Gaylord, Gaylord St. Mary and Johannesburg-Lewiston sports: SOFTBALL ...
Boil water advisory lifted for Village of Central Lake
If you live in the Village of Central Lake-you no longer have to boil your water. The boil water advisory was first issued on May 21st. Before drinking tap water-make sure to run any pipes, faucets or drinking fountains for at least five minutes to flush them out. Also-make sure to get rid of any ice, coffee, or food that was made with the contaminated water.
Safety Day in Indian River aims to prevent accidents during summer activities
INDIAN RIVER — A community outreach group affiliated with the Michigan State Police has partnered with businesses and community organizations to present a Safety Day next week. The State Trooper Outreach Partnership (STOP) Gaylord chapter of the Michigan State Police (MSP) and the Cheboygan County Child Advocacy Council along...
Paddle Antrim reminds you to respect loons during their nesting season
ANTRIM COUNTY — Paddle Antrim is asking the public to help protect Common Loons during their nesting season. Loons, considered a threatened species in Michigan, breed in various locations along the Chain of Lakes Water Trail and other regional waterways. When paddling or boating, it’s important to stay a “binocular range” away from any active loon nest. An adult hunkered down with its head low is signaling that you are too close. The tremolo call, often described as sounding like crazy laughter, is another indicator. Boats or kayaks that get too close can cause loons to leave the nest with their eggs vulnerable. Repeated disturbances can even lead loons to abandon their nests entirely.
Area schools compete in woodworking, drafting competition
NORTHERN MICHIGAN — Students in drafting and woodworking classes made their way to Gaylord for the 2024 Michigan Industrial and Technology Education Society (MITES) competition. Hosted at the Ellison Place in Gaylord, the 2024 MITES competition took place May 8-11. Students competed in woodworking, design, drafting and more. Around...
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