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Author Michael Delp explores loss, grief in new book of elegies

Michael Delp led the writing program for years at Interlochen Arts Academy. His latest book, "Of Blood and Rivers," is a series of elegies about grief. It was written after personal losses he suffered, including the death of his wife, Claudia, nearly four years ago. Learn more about the book.

Interlochen, MI · 20d

Yahoo!

Former Fox 4 reporter Payton May announces new job in Boston

A former reporter for Fox 4 (KDFW-TV) announced Thursday that she has started a new job in Boston after leaving the North Texas television station last month. Payton May announced her gig on social media, writing, "I'm back & in Boston!" May made her debut for CBS News Boston (WFZ-TV)...

Traverse City, MI · 20d

Up North Voice

Halloween Festivities across the area this weekend

NORTHERN MICHIGAN — Halloween celebrations are taking over Northeast Michigan this weekend, with trunk-or-treat events, haunted hayrides, costume contests, fall festivals and family activities planned across the region Oct. 23-25. From the decorated streets of Oscoda to the historic farm grounds near Grayling, communities are offering families a variety of ways to celebrate the season before Halloween officially arrives Oct. 31.

Oscoda County, MI · 22d

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Belvedere Golf Club begins rebuilding nearly one year after devastating fire

CHARLEVOIX COUNTY, Mich,. (WPBN/WGTU) -- Construction is underway to rebuild the historic Belvedere Golf Club in Charlevoix County, nearly one year after a fire destroyed the landmark known as the "Casino," which had been part of the community since 1922. Friday will mark one year since a fire destroyed the...

Charlevoix County, MI · 21d

The Pioneer

More than 1,000 tour Ferris State’s new Jim Crow Museum

Ferris State University’s Jim Crow Museum drew more than 1,000 visitors as lawmakers highlighted the $10 million in state funding.

Big Rapids, MI · 20d

Up North Voice

This Week in Northeast Michigan History: Oct. 19-25

ROSCOMMON — Detroit lawyer and businessman George O. Robinson prepared the original plat for the village of Roscommon in 1876, helping transform a growing railroad settlement into an organized Northern Michigan community. The lumber industry and construction of the Jackson, Lansing and Saginaw Railroad helped attract settlers and merchants...

Crawford County, MI · 22d

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A national archive is moving. Some historic Midwest tribes fear they'll be harder to find

The National Archives and Records Administration plans to close its archives and records center in Chicago. Some tribal nation leaders around and from the region — including historic Ohio tribes — worry how this could affect access to their history. Consolidating space. This facility holds federal and court...

Chicago, IL · 22d

The News Advocate

MHS earns top rating at marching band festival

"Our band has grown in size, and the progress our students have made over the past three marching seasons — and even since the beginning of this season — has been incredible."

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Remembering Gwen: A few moments in the studio of a famed northern Michigan artist

For many people, the late artist Gwen Frostic is as synonymous with northern Michigan as trees and lakes and beaches and snow. Today, we visit her studio in Benzie County, in a story provided by the Transom Story Workshop — a collection of 10 students who came to northern Michigan this past September to hone their audio storytelling skills.

Benzie County, MI · 23d

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Review: Billy Strings, Lindsay Lou credit Michigan roots while promoting new bluegrass albums

It would surprise almost no one if both Billy Strings and Lindsay Lou land nods for best bluegrass album of the year when Grammy Award nominations get announced in mid-November. The Michigan-bred stars — in their own inimitable way — have once again turned the eyes and ears of the...

Michigan · 21d

We Are Kalamazoo

This Michigan Woman Defined Every '90s Girl's Childhood

From rainbow dolphins to neon unicorns, Lisa Frank ruled the '90s. Discover the Michigan connection behind your favorite childhood brand.

Michigan · 22d

The News Advocate

West Shore Community College to present 'The Wizard of Oz'

Families can see "The Wizard of Oz" as West Shore Community College presents the classic musical over three weekends.

Scottville, MI · 22d

The News Advocate

Manistee boy seeks votes in Stan Lee’s Super Kid contest

A Manistee student is in the final rounds of Stan Lee’s Super Kid contest and needs community votes to win a comic book feature.

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The Pioneer

St. Paul Lutheran Church to host annual Fall Festival Oct. 24

St. Paul Lutheran Church's annual Fall Festival is 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, featuring crafts, baked goods, books, raffle prizes and a pay-what-you-can community luncheon.

Reed City, MI · 22d

Up North Voice

Help preserve Roscommon County history

HOUGHTON LAKE — In October 1999, several Houghton Lake community members met at the home of George and Teri Syer with a goal: Create an organization to preserve and share the history and genealogy of Roscommon County. From that meeting, the Roscommon County Genealogical Society (RCGS) was formed. The...

Roscommon County, MI · 22d

The News Advocate

Looking Back for Oct. 20: No decision made on Burger Chef restaurant in 1966

Manistee City Commission heard a report from the zoning board of appeals that it did not consider granting a variation from the zoning ordinance for a Burger Chef restaurant in 1966.

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WATCH: U.S. Senate debate between Mike Rogers and Abdul El-Sayed

WXYZ-TV hosted a U.S. Senate debate between Republican Mike Rogers and Democrat Abdul El-Sayed on Wednesday evening.

Michigan · 23d

The News Advocate

100 Year Ago: County road commission granted $48K in appropriations

100 Years Ago: Manistee County's board of supervisors unanimously granted $48,000 in appropriations to meet the budget request of the county road commission for the coming year.

Manistee County, MI · 22d

The News Advocate

Look back at Manistee’s first public library's origins

The success of the Manistee library was marked and immediate, as shown by the total circulation of 11,688 for the first year, which rose to 29,729 the following year.