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Oscoda Man Found Guilty of Threatening Prosecuting Attorney
A jury in Ioscoa county found an Oscoda man guilty last Friday of making a threatening phone call to the Iosco County Prosecuting Attorney. On February 11, 40-year-old Dominique Simo called James Bacarella and told him if he didn’t show up at Simo’s home in 28 minutes, Bacarella would deeply reret it. The threat follows another threat Simo made to Bacarella in 2023 when Simo was a tenant at one of Bacarella’s properties. Simo threatened to shoot the man, according to court documents. With the previous threat of gun violence, Simo was arrested after maing the phone call.
Bay Port Teacher Bags Barry Manilow Music Grant
SUAMICO,WI (WTAQ-WLUK) – A teacher from Northeast Wisconsin is being honored by music legend Barry Manilow with a $10,000 grant. Ashley Siegrist, a music teacher at Bay Port High School, was named Green Bay’s winner of the Manilow Music Project — a contest created to support high school music teachers and bands across the U.S.
Doug Lange, 88, of Hale
Douglas John Lange, age 88 of Hale, MI., passed away peacefully at home on July 11, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. Doug was born on November 16, 1935 in Saginaw, MI., to the late Frank and Leona (King) Lange. Doug enlisted in the United States Army in 1953 and...
Two men conquer the 223.8 mile Shore to Shore Trail
OSCODA – Keith McCaffery and Nick Gapp embarked on an extraordinary journey, running the challenging Shore to Shore Trail in Michigan. The Shore to Shore Trail, originally designed for equestrians, spans 223.8 miles from Empire to Oscoda, showcasing the diverse landscapes and natural beauty of the state. This feat...
Wes Dean, Ryan Halstead claim title at Curley Memorial Canoe Race
OSCODA – With the big race looming, the team that many have circled as their favorite to win it showed why they’ll be tough to beat. Wes Dean of Traverse City and Ryan Halstead of Grayling finished strong at the Curley Memorial Canoe Race in the AuSable River on Saturday, giving them a first place finish on a time of 2 hours, 30 minutes and 10 seconds.
Iosco Flying Club hosts 62nd annual Fly-In Breakfast
EAST TAWAS – More than 500 flying enthusiasts traveled to the Iosco County Airport in East Tawas on Sunday, July 14, where they gathered for a breakfast of eggs, pancakes and sausage, as part of the Tawas Bay Summerfest activities. (See separate story for more details on the 2024 festival).
Pickleball fundraiser tourney supports NMCAC
EAST TAWAS – Tawas Area Pickleball Association (TAPA) held a Fundraiser Tournament for the Northern Michigan Children’s Assessment Center on June 15. Two sessions of pickleball play included 36 TAPA members. The morning began with 24 men and women competing in a rigorous mixed doubles competition. The second session consisted of 12 women playing in a relaxed ladies doubles format. Both sessions were very exciting with medals awarded to first, second and third place winners.
TBP offers a refreshing midsummer comedy
EAST TAWAS – Summer is the perfect time for a comedic play, especially one about the classic family road trip. The Tawas Bay Players’ cast of “Leaving Iowa” will have the audience sharing big belly laughs, as they recognize the truth behind the scenes on stage as universally familiar.
Former Lumber Magnate’s Private Island for Sale in Northern Michigan
Ever thought about owning a home on an island? What about owning an entire island? Your dream could come true with this stunning island that's currently up for sale in Northern Michigan. The island is named "Loud Island", not because of the noise, but because lumber magnate Edward F. Loud...
Bob Skodack, 73, of Oscoda
Robert William Skodack, age 73, passed away at University Hospital in Ann Arbor on July 5th, 2024. Bob was born on April 14, 1951 to George and Gloria Skodack in Muskegon, Michigan where he spent all of his childhood years. A gifted three-sport athlete at Mona Shores High School, he...
Aaron Nott, 27, of Standish
Aaron Michael Nott, a cherished father, beloved son, and a friend to many, passed away peacefully on July 9, 2024, in Standish, MI, at the age of 27. Born on October 1, 1996, in Bay City, MI, Aaron’s infectious laughter and generous spirit were a gift to all who knew him.
Public invited to cheer on 'Tawas Bay Vets & Nets' participants
EAST TAWAS – More than 80 military veterans will be treated to some free fishing fun this Saturday, July 20, during the third annual rendition of Tawas Bay Vets & Nets. Put on by the National City-based Pegasus Springs Therapeutic Riding Center (TRC), in conjunction with the Iosco County Veterans Affair (VA) Office, the event will again start out from the pier in East Tawas State Harbor, located at 113 Newman St.
Planning commission limits number of short-term rentals to 40
OSCODA – In a vote of 4 to 2, with Vice Chair Vickie Hopcroft and member Matt Cleary voting no, the Oscoda Township Planning Commission (PC) approved limiting the number of short-term rentals in the township to 40. The action took place at the PC’s regular July 1 meeting...
Michigan Secretary of State Mobile Office to visit Hale
HALE – Iosco County Commission on Aging announces the Michigan Secretary of State Mobile Office will be visiting the Hale Senior Center to provide service to the seniors in the Hale area to complete Secretary of State transactions. The mobile office will be at the senior center on Wednesday,...
Oscoda Township Man Found Guilty of Threatening His Former Landlord, Iosco County Prosecutor Bacarella
LANSING – On Friday, an Iosco County jury seated in the 23rd Circuit Court found Dominque Simo, 40, of Oscoda, guilty of one count of Malicious Use of a Telecommunications Device for threatening Iosco County Prosecuting Attorney James A. Bacarella, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. The two men had a previous landlord-tenant relationship. The penalty for the misdemeanor is up to 6 months in jail and/or a $1,000 fine, and the State will seek a sentence inclusive of mandated mental health treatment.
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