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6 injured following Saturday car accident near Blissfest grounds
CROSS VILLAGE — A two-car accident on Saturday left six people injured near the Blissfest grounds, according to a press release from the Emmet County Sheriff's Office. At approximately 6:23 p.m. on July 13, the Emmet County Sheriff's Office responded to an accident at the intersection of State and Division roads in Cross Village Township. The intersection is about two and a half miles away from the Blissfest grounds, where the annual summer music festival was taking place.
Blue Angels Test Mobile Arresting Gear
JULY 18, 2024 — The U.S. Navy Blue Angels conducted their inaugural test and certification of the Mobile Aircraft Arresting System (MAAS) at Camp Grayling Army Airfield on June 26, 2024 in preparation for their performance at the National Cherry Festival Air Show in Traverse City, which took place on June 29-30, 2024. The MAAS was specifically brought to Camp Grayling to support the Blue Angels for this event.
National Weather Service in Far, Remote Northern Michigan Took Over Warning Chicago as Illinois Forecasters Hunkered Down During Tornado Outbreak
The National Weather Service is the government agency we all rely upon for up-to-the-second information particularly in emergency situations like severe thunderstorms and tornado outbreaks. But what happens when NWS forecasters are in the line of fire for a storm? That was the situation facing the NWS office in Chicago last night (July 15, 2024) as a summer storm spawned a tornado outbreak across the region.
This beautiful Up North woodland trail lets you peek at an elk herd
GAYLORD, MI - The transition happens so fast, it might take you by surprise. One minute, you’re driving on a commercial stretch of road just south of downtown Gaylord, and the next minute you’re following your trusty map app into a shaded parking lot. Pass through a gate and step onto a paved trail - and enjoy the 100 acres that quickly envelope you with their wooded hush.
Gaylord soccer's Clarie Gorno selected to play in MIHSSCA All-Star Game
EAST LANSING ― It has been a historic few years in Gaylord-area high school sports, complete with state championships, all-state performances and many more accomplishments that have put a spotlight on the small Northern Michigan city. With the amount of college-bound athletes coming out of the Class of 2024 for Gaylord, St. Mary and Johannesburg-Lewiston, it's no secret where this recent success came from; it's also no secret just how much the three-area high schools will miss...
Grayling awarded $713,000 for Rayburn project
GRAYLING – Changes are coming to the City of Grayling. The city has been awarded $713,000 from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) Spark Grant Program to develop new outdoor recreation facilities and trail networks. This funding is part of a $25 million allocation aimed at boosting public health, introducing new experiences, enhancing infrastructure, and improving access to recreation.
More than books: 8 surprising things you can check out from your local library
Public libraries hold more than just vast collections of books, movies and music. From seeds to outdoor gear to ghost hunting kits, your local library may have more to offer than you think. Help in the kitchen. Why buy a new ice cream maker, when you can just check one...
Grayling secures $716,000 grant to boost outdoor activities and community recreation
CRAWFORD COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Grayling is getting nearly hundreds of thousands of dollars to improve its outdoor recreation. For some organizations, it's been a long time coming. "We've been working toward getting a Sparks Grant for a number of years and it's finally happened,” Crawford County Commission on Aging...
East Jordan pitcher heading to Michigan State following senior year
CHARLEVOIX COUNTY -- Korbyn Russell is one of the top pitchers in high school baseball here in northern Michigan and now he'll get the chance to prove himself in the Big Ten. The East Jordan senior announced on his social media this week that he will be playing for Michigan State University after he graduates next year.
Michigan State baseball lands in-state lefty commit
Michigan State baseball has earned the latest commitment to their baseball program. An in-state prospect from East Jordan, Michigan, Korbyn Russell has made the decision to continue his athletic career with Michigan State. Russell is a 6-foot-2, 195 pound left handed pitcher and first baseman playing for East Jordan High School.
Fairy Tale Home Could be Yours on Beautiful Torch Lake
This Norther Michigan house for sale certainly is unusual. And, if you have ever dreamed of having your forever fairy tale home, this has to be the one. Maybe you have thought of one day living your childhood dreams, this could be the magical journey you have always wanted. It's...
The Art of Antrim County: Jeff Krino
BELLAIRE – “An ode to rust,” he called it. Revealing the often times unseen beauty created by the process of our earth reclaiming what is rightfully hers.” Jeff Krino is a man who believes in art. Not just for its beauty and the emotions it evokes, but for its positive effect on the community.
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