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'I think she expects it every year,' as Mary Schoner celebrates her 106th birthday.
NEWAYGO COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- A welfare check at a Newaygo County residence led to 43 dogs being surrendered to the Newaygo County Animal Shelter. The Newaygo County Animal Shelter said it was placed in a state of extreme overcapacity with so many dogs arriving at once. The shelter didn’t...
Big Rapids equestrian performer Myah Chaput is pursing a lifelong dream: performing at a Division I school
Residents in 10 Northern Michigan counties are being warned about Cychlorphine, a highly potent synthetic opioid linked to fatal overdoses across the United States.
Green Charter Township extends data center moratorium, hears ITC concerns
Frog legs, coconut chicken, and crab rangoon are just a few of the choices at Great Wall Buffet in Mount Pleasant, Michigan. This casual Chinese restaurant on South Mission Street has attracted more than 2,400 Google reviews, with diners frequently mentioning its variety and a few unusual favorites. The buffet...
Mecosta Township trustees are open to hiring an attorney to prepare for possible Rogers Dam sale. They also discussed a recreation grant and fire truck repairs.
Big Rapids honors veterans with parade downtown.
Michigan has a burger that most of the country has never heard of, and it comes topped with a creamy layer of chopped green olives. The olive burger has been a quiet favorite here for generations, and some of the best ones still come off the grills of old small-town taverns.
The Big Rapids City Commission and Planning Commission will hold a joint study session Monday to discuss the future of the Old Jail. Officials will review parking options and consider whether to declare the property surplus, which could lead to private development aimed at long-term preservation. The Old Jail currently...
Big Rapids school board members discussed a possible zero-mill-increase bond extension, heard a parent’s 504-plan concerns and got an update on a middle school biking program.
A new report highlighting four Northern Michigan counties shows business and local government leaders are concerned about a lack of attainable workforce housing in the region. The Northern Lakes Economic Alliance is a nonprofit economic development organization covering Antrim, Charlevoix, Emmet, and Cheboygan counties. Bi-yearly, they release their Economic Pulse Report, where they survey business leaders and local government officials across the four counties.
November events and resources for seniors include daily meals, exercise and card groups, Medicare assistance, holiday luncheons, food distributions, transportation and other services.
Parts of the Lower Peninsula could once again see prohibitions on feeding deer and elk for recreational purposes. The Natural Resources Commission banned deer and elk feeding in the Lower Peninsula starting in 2019. Those restrictions were lifted this year when new state legislation passed. Deer and elk feeding restrictions...
Ebels General Store is hosting a deer processing promotion and giveaway through Nov. 30 at its facilities in Falmouth and Reed City. Hunters who bring in their harvest during the event earn entries toward a variety of prizes.
It was a dramatic comeback for the Big Rapids Cardinals in a 3-3 tie with Grand Haven on Wednesday at Ewigleben Ice Arena.
Why is Child & Family Services closing its counseling program?. Child & Family Services of Northwestern Michigan is closing its counseling program Dec. 4, citing years of financial losses and the end of government grant funding. The organization announced Wednesday that it is no longer accepting new counseling referrals. In...
The Lakeview High School volleyball team won its third-straight district title after defeating crosstown rival Harper Creek in straight sets Nov. 5. Playing on their home court, the Spartans won by scores of 25-19, 29-27 and 25-18. The win put Lakeview in the regional semifinal Nov. 10 against Portage Central...
With Opening Day for the firearm season this Sunday, right now is a great time to remind yourself of the rules and regulations
Free Tuba Bach concert opens MSU series
