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Benzie County breaks ground on new $2.2M tower to boost first responder signals
BENZIE COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Ask anyone in Benzie County and they'll tell you, the area they live in is pretty picturesque; complete with the coastline, ridges and valleys. Which is an issue if you're a first responder. The topography has impacts on radio signals that can cause communication issues...
Raising monarch butterflies in Interlochen
Magnolia Montgomery, age 12, peered into a rectangular enclosure covered with white mesh. Inside are milkweed branches. Caterpillars are slowly crawling on the leaves, some the size of a grain of rice. “They’re very, very small. And they’re white with black and yellow stripes on them,” she said, examining the...
Upcoming and new additions to the Village of Honor in Benzie Co.
BENZIE COUNTY — The Village of Honor is hoping to raise $50,000 for Maley Park, because if they reach their goal, they will be matched by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. “This is a popular picnic spot for people in the area. There are many more children coming to our village and immediate area. We want to get kids outside playing instead of on video screens all the time, and not only for the community people, but for our visitors,” said Bill Ward, Village of Honor president. With the need for more funds, there are different events like a cornhole tournament and a car show where the proceeds will go back to the playground. Ward said, “We have soft commitments for $15,000 or $20,000 from some of the area businesses, and we’re looking to raise the rest from individual donations or businesses.”
Explore with Eric: Ellen’s Corners
Today I wrap up my time adventuring around Wexford county by paying a visit to a staple of the Mesick community, Ellen’s Corners. A second generation local business, this general store has become the meeting place for the local community. Now, it doesn’t hurt that you can find a...
Manton to host Hometown Heroes veterans event in August
MANTON — The Manton community will soon be showing their appreciation for those who served our country. Next month, several community organizations in Manton will be hosting their first ever Hometown Heroes Day at Manton Rotary Park. Organizers say it’s a great chance for vets to share comradery, show their military pride and have a chance to visit the Manton Veterans Memorial Museum. They do have one special request for those who attend: “We encourage people to wear something from their unit. Like a hat or a patch or something, so you can be distinguished by what unit you were in,” said Manton Chamber of Commerce Vice President Shelly Emery.
Wilma Karhu
Wilma Karhu, 86, of Lake Ann, MI and The Villages, FL passed away Tuesday, June 11, 2024. Billie Jean was born on March 15, 1938 in Detroit, MI to the late Julius and Gwendolyn (McDonald) Tragge. Nearly 70 years ago, during high school, she met and fell in love with...
Detroit Symphony Orchestra LIVE from Interlochen: July 20, 2024
This weekend, the Detroit Symphony Orchestra returns to Interlochen Center for the Arts for its annual residency. On Saturday at 7:30 p.m. ET, the DSO will take the stage of Kresge Auditorium. Jader Bignamini will lead the orchestra in the Symphony no. 3 "Eroica" by Ludwig van Beethoven and "Don Juan" by Richard Strauss.
Looking Back for July 17:Local pharmacists train ahead of mass polio immunizations
Local pharmacists learned the knack of putting exactly two drops of polio vaccine on a sugar cube. It was a training session in preparation for the county’s mass polio immunization.
Children's farm seeking donations for matching grant challenge
FREE SOIL — Circle Rocking S Children’s Farm is seeking donations for a matching grant challenge. The 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization provides touch therapy and recreation free of charge to people of all ages with disabilities. The farm serves over 800 people with disabilities annually, according to a news release.
Master Gardener shares vegetable gardening tips and tricks
The second installment of the Scottville Area District Library’s Cultivating Our Community series took place on Tuesday, July 16, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Master Gardener and Mason County Gardening Club member Deb Gundersen gave a talk, “Vegetable Gardening 101,” sharing tips and tricks from the rewarding hobby.
Photos: 250 Model T's visit downtown Manistee
MANISTEE — Those out and about in Manistee Wednesday may have done a few double takes while driving down the road. The Model T Ford Club International visited Manistee for a few hours as part of its annual tour. Manistee County Tourism Authority executive director Sammie Lukaskiewicz said approximately...
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