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Man Sentenced For Damaging Beaches At Sleepy Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Michigan Mark Totten today announced that Andrew Blair Howard, 63, of Sparta and Frankfort, Michigan, was sentenced to 60 months’ probation and ordered to pay $22,472.22 in total restitution to the National Park Service and U.S. Coast Guard, along with $3,947.71 in costs related to the court proceedings.
Remembering Jack Driscoll
One of two founding instructors of Interlochen’s Creative Writing Division, Driscoll established many of the division’s enduring traditions and nurtured the talents of thousands of young writers. Interlochen is deeply saddened to share that longtime Interlochen Arts Academy Instructor of Creative Writing John F. “Jack” Driscoll (IAA Fac...
Georgia’s Jessica Welch maintains lead through Round 2 in Michigan PGA Women’s Open at Crystal Mountain
THOMPSONVILLE – Jessica Welch has held the lead heading into the final round before, but never by as many as six shots. “That will be a new experience, but it’s not a bad thing,” said the 30-year-old LPGA Epson Tour player who was atop the leaderboard after the second round of the 31st Michigan PGA Women’s Open presented by Coca-Cola at Crystal Mountain Tuesday.
Robert Maidens, 90
Robert Charles Maidens, 90, passed away on Friday, June 21, 2024. He was born in Manistee, Michigan on March 9, 1930. Robert was preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, Inez Rose (Monnot) Maidens; his daughter, Roxanne Kahn; grandchild, Patrick Norman Morgan; and great-grandchild, Marilyn Rose Kahn. He...
'It's a constant conversation': Conductor Delyana Lazarova on WYSO and learning Brahms
Conductor Delyana Lazarova views herself as a musician among peers. Her work is built on collaboration, openness, and a keen sensitivity to an orchestra's unique sound and character. She is globally admired for her skill in communicating musical nuances to an ensemble and fostering an environment where music can flourish naturally.
Jessica Welch claims wire-to-wire win in 2024 Michigan PGA Women’s Open at Crystal Mountain
THOMPSONVILLE – Jessica Welch of Thomasville, Ga., saw an eight-shot lead dwindle to just one before making a seven-foot birdie putt on the final hole to win the 31st Michigan PGA Women’s Open Championship presented by Coca-Cola by two shots. “It’s very humbling and I’m very grateful,” she...
Frankfort musician’s legacy lives on at library’s Harmony Garden
FRANKFORT — The Benzie Shores District Library made the decision to dedicate their Harmony Garden to Marilyn Hagen. Hagen was an accomplished pianist and organist who served as the Frankfort Methodist Church’s music director for 14 years. Her husband, Dr. George Hagen, donated money to the library, requesting it to be used for a music-themed project. The Harmony Garden features colorful interactive bells to encourage children to visit. “I hope they hear peace and harmony. The garden itself and the library is all on property that was left to the city for civic purposes, so everything here is really this gift to the community. And the bells are no different,” said Stacy Pasche, library director.
Elks Lodge's Fourth of July parade entry is large American flag
MANISTEE — The Elks Lodge of Manistee will participate in the Independence Day Parade on July 4. The parade is part of the 2024 Manistee National Forest Festival taking place from July 3-7. The Elks Lodge is a nonprofit organization that focuses on serving youth and veterans in the community. The lodge raises funds through various charitable events that occur throughout the year.
$241K 6th Street project in Manistee underway near Kennedy Elementary
MANISTEE — Work on Sixth Street in front of the Kennedy Elementary School building in Manistee is underway. Manistee City Council voted unanimously March 19 to award a contract to Rieth-Riley Construction in the amount of $241,095 to repave and narrow a portion of Sixth Street between Maple and Robinson streets.
Onekama in search of new recycling trailer location amidst ongoing dispute
ONEKAMA TWP. — The search for a suitable location for recycling in Onekama has prompted negotiations among several local organizations. Recycling containers that were temporarily moved to the Manistee County Fairgrounds are in need of a new home. The recycling location has been a point of contention for the...
Drowning reported near Hodenpyl Dam on Tuesday
MANISTEE COUNTY — The Manistee County Sheriff's Office is investigating a drowning that occurred on the Manistee River just downstream from Hodenpyl Dam on Tuesday. Todd Marshall, 53, of Interlochen, was fishing when he fell into the water and began to struggle before going under, according to a witness at the scene.
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