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Petoskey's Marek, Eberhart bring confidence back to Northmen passing game
PETOSKEY — The Petoskey passing game wasn’t just one of the best around Northern Michigan a year ago, it was one of the best in Division 3. With a 2,000-yard passer, receivers setting school records and over 20 touchdowns scored through the air, it was nothing shy of a force. And with key pieces...
Daily Devotional: Obedience thoughts
"Through him, then, let us continually offer a sacrifice of praise to God, that is, the fruit of lips that confess his name. Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God." — Hebrews 13:15-16 NRSVUE. I know that...
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...
Was a Real Wolverine Ever Seen in the Town of Wolverine, Michigan?
Was a wolverine ever seen in the town of Wolverine, Michigan?. The area now called 'Wolverine' was settled in 1874 by Jacob Shook. In 1881 it was platted and named 'Torrey' but given a post office named 'Wolverine'. Why 'Wolverine'? Because it was the state animal, with the word believed to have been originated in the 1830s.
Boyne Falls man arrested on multiple human trafficking and criminal sexual conduct charges
CHARLEVOIX — Gabriel Blackledge, 23, of Boyne Falls was arrested by Charlevoix County Sheriff’s deputies on July 8 on multiple charges involving human trafficking and criminal sexual conduct. The affidavit of probable cause contains testimony from the victims — five girls who were all 15 or younger during...
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...
15-year-old sustains 'serious injuries' after crash in Emmet County
EMMET COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- A 15-year-old boy from Harbor Springs has been hospitalized downstate after he sustained "serious injuries" in a crash on Tuesday, according to the Emmet County Sheriff's Office. At 7:43 a.m. Tuesday, first responders were dispatched to a report of a crash involving a moped and...
Image Of The Week: OPA! Takes Flight
You will not meet more gracious and joyful humans in the performance boating world than Michigan’s Bill and Kristin Grannis. Spend 30 seconds with them and you’ll understand why they’ve been successful in the restaurant business. Hospitality is in their blood. Dubbed OPA!, a 28-foot Pantera V-bottom...
GSX 36 Center Console With 500R Power Ready For Boyne Thunder Debut
Though Kruis Retherford and her team at GSX Powerboats had hoped to showcase their first GSX 36 center console powered by Mercury Racing 500R outboard engines at the Kuttawa Cannonball Run in early June, the boat wasn’t completed in time. That’s not unusual in the high-performance boat-building world, and it turned out to be a blessing of sorts as debris in the water and stormy weather plagued the eighth annual Kentucky event.
Boyne Thunder powerboats' roar returns to Northern Michigan waters this weekend
BOYNE CITY — The powerboats of Boyne Thunder are set to roar across Lake Charlevoix this weekend, July 12-13. This popular event, which attracts thousands of spectators to Northern Michigan, kicks off in Boyne City and spans 150 miles through Charlevoix, Elk Rapids, Northport, Harbor Springs and Bay Harbor.
Shay Days celebrates Harbor Springs history, local inventor
HARBOR SPRINGS — The Harbor Springs Area Historical Society's longest-running event is back for its 26th year with the return of Shay Days July 12-13. Each year, the Harbor Springs Area Historical Society dedicates two days worth of events to education about Ephraim Shay, a famed inventor who retired in Harbor Springs.
Cheboygan Major Boys All Stars eliminated by Harbor Springs in district tournament
CHEBOYGAN – The Cheboygan Major Boys (10-12) all-star baseball team put itself in a decent position to make the championship game. However, the Cheboygan All Stars couldn’t regain the momentum they had after two wins to start to their District 13 tournament. As a result, Cheboygan’s bid for a district crown fell short as they were knocked out after a 12-5 loss to Harbor Springs in an elimination contest in Cheboygan on Wednesday.
Gaylord, Petoskey clinics to offer information on reinstating driver's license
GAYLORD — Due in part to changes in the law approved by the state legislature several years ago, drivers with a revoked or suspended license may have more options in getting their driving privileges reinstated. The Michigan Secretary of State along with community partners will be at two free...
Treasured up-north fishing spot to be saved in Pigeon River forest
WOLVERINE, MI – Steps are underway to save a beloved warm-water fishing spot in the Pigeon River Country State Forest. Officials announced efforts will begin next month to ultimately make repairs to a dam that creates the 161-acre Cornwall Creek Flooding, a treasured Up North recreation area for decades. This is a reversal in course for the state, which initially planned to permanently drawdown the flooding and remove the dam.
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