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Mary McCormack
Mary Cornwall (Clark) McCormack, 93, passed away on July 6, 2024, in Harbor Springs, Michigan. Mary was born to Homer Webb Clark and Adeline Moore Clark on January 29, 1931, in Detroit, MI. She grew up in Detroit and went on to receive a bachelor's degree from Vasser University and a master's degree in library science from Wayne State University. On January 15, 1955, Mary wedded the love of her life, Donald Ralph McCormack at St. Joseph Episcopal Church in Detroit, MI. The two met previously on Waikiki beach in Oahu, Hawaii. Mary was visiting Hawaii as a part of her grand plan to work and travel her way around the world when she met Donald who was stationed in the Navy at Hickam Field and Pearl Harbor. The two fell head over heels for one another and went on to raise a beautiful family of two sons, Keith and Jordan McCormack in Birmingham, MI.
Hundreds of rubber ducks race down Boyne River
CHARLEVOIX COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Boyne City celebrated the Fourth of July with fireworks and ice cream, like many other towns. But, in what might be the world's slowest raffle drawing, they dropped 1,400 plastic ducks into the Boyne River for the annual duck race. Spectators can sponsor a duck...
Adoption Options: Finding your new 'furry friend'
NORTHERN MICHIGAN (WPBN/WGTU) -- Looking for a new best friend? Well, the animals below are looking for you too!. Every Friday we will feature some very special dogs and cats that might steal your heart!. Meet Ash!. Ash is all decked out waiting for his new family. This sweet boy...
Did You Know There Are Tibetan Yaks in Michigan?
If you didn't, you're not the only one. There's a farm in Northern Michigan that not only has several of these majestic creatures, but you can even get up close and pet them!. As the name suggests, Tibetan yaks are native to the Himalayan Mountains of Tibet, as well as neighboring Nepal in Asia.
After nearly 60 years Alpenfest's appeal continues to endure
GAYLORD — Gaylord Mayor Todd Sharrard will preside over the opening ceremony for Alpenfest on Tuesday, July 9, and after nearly 60 years, Gaylord's summer festival is still attracting thousands of visitors to the area. "We did a survey to find out where people were coming from to attend...
Winners announced at first wine competition in Petoskey Wine Region
PETOSKEY — The Petoskey Wine Region hosted its first competition in May, celebrating local wines and wineries. A total of 66 medals were given out at the event on May 17, including 20 gold, 32 silver, five bronze, seven Best of Class awards and two overall awards, according to a press release.
Shanty Creek Resort: 5 world-class golf courses in 5 miles
The resort offers one of the largest concentrations of golf courses in the world, with a diverse terrain and a range of difficulty levels — and all five courses are located within minutes of each other. Steve Scheuermann, PGA, has played hundreds of golf courses, but there is one in particular that keeps him coming back: Cedar River GC at Shanty Creek Resort. Designed by Tom Weiskopf, a 16-time PGA Tour title winner, Scheurmann says the course has “a very clever, very collaborative design” that provides a great experience from start to finish, with tree-lined pathways, wide, rolling fairways and a view of the Cedar River in two spots. It’s a course one reviewer describes as having “quirky holes that you could resent in any other setting but work perfectly in a northern Michigan forest.” “I’ve been a golf professional for 45 years. This is the one course I would play every single day and never get tired of it,” said Scheuermann, who serves as director of golf operations for Shanty Creek Resort in Bellaire, Michigan.
Looking Back: 75 years later, the trials and triumphs of Charlevoix's Memorial Bridge
CHARLEVOIX — Both during and after construction of the sixth bridge across the lower channel, changes occurred throughout the community, some good, some not so good, and a few a bit funny. The construction, which lasted over two years, caused a love/hate relationship of its own which spread far...
Hastings: A necessary choice
“I now call upon you to revere and serve YHWH completely and sincerely … If you do not want to worship YHWH, then make the decision today who you will worship … As for me and my house, we will worship YHWH.” — Joshua 24:14-15 The Inclusive Bible.
Daily Devotional: To endure … or not
"My brothers and sisters, whenever you face various trials, consider it all joy, because you know that the testing of your faith produces endurance. And let endurance complete its work, so that you may be complete and whole, lacking in nothing." — James 1:2-4. NRSVUE This passage is true, I just don’t like...
Charlevoix Historical Society completes $85,000 Train Depot roof restoration
CHARLEVOIX — After years of planning and fundraising, the Charlevoix Historical Society has announced the completion of the roof replacement on the historic Train Depot at 305 Chicago Ave. The project, finished in mid-June, came in close to the original estimate at $85,000. Cosier Roofing from Boyne City was selected as the...
Benjamin Liebertz
Benjamin Allen Liebertz, 60, of Ellsworth, passed away Wednesday, June 26, 2024. He was born December 24, 1963, the son of Frederick (Rick) Liebertz and Jean Weiss. He grew up enjoying life to the fullest. Benjamin married Sally Ann Franczek on September 8, 1990. Benjamin’s first job while in high...
Resilience and evolution: Coveyou Scenic Farm Market celebrates 150 years of operation
PETOSKEY — After five generations of farmers and an ever-evolving business, Coveyou Scenic Farm Market is celebrating its 150th year of operation. "It was absolutely humbling and exciting," David Coveyou told the Petoskey News-Review. "It's just hard to believe that my family has been farming on this piece of land for this 150...
Did You Know There Are Tibetan Yaks in Michigan?
If you didn't, you're not the only one. There's a farm in Northern Michigan that not only has several of these majestic creatures, but you can even get up close and pet them!. As the name suggests, Tibetan yaks are native to the Himalayan Mountains of Tibet, as well as neighboring Nepal in Asia.
Dachshunds see who is top dog in annual Wiener Dog Races
HARBOR SPRINGS — The Wiener Dog Races returned to Harbor Springs on July 3, with puppies and senior dogs alike moving their quickest to the finish line. Separated by age division, including puppies, ages 2-9 and seniors, the races featured dogs running on a short course at Jean Jardine Park.
Reviewing the news: Picnics and tornadoes
July 5, 1924: Thousands go on picnic parties Northern Michigan lakes were visited by record breaking crowds Friday, the Fourth of July. Every lake had its large quota of picnic parties, bathers, fishermen with ideal weather for great enjoyment. There were noon picnics, evening picnics and other picnics which began in the early...
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