2020-04-01

Let’s hear it for OPIEs

On Friday, Big Bay de Noc School had the honor of celebrating the Big Bay de Noc School Outstanding People in Education for 2020. OPIE winners are selected by their peers for going the extra mile for students. This year, the two selected individuals, Carol Novak and Nance Ray have been shining stars all year, but especially during the shutdown. […]

Police Log

Manistique Public Safety Department

Editor’s Note: The following information is from Manistique Public Safety dispatch logbooks recorded at the time the calls were received. — — — Tuesday, May 12, 2020 2:21 p.m., department assist, Thompson Township. 2:40 p.m., department assist, Alger Avenue. 4:00 p.m., citizen assist, Oak Street. Wednesday, May 13, 2020 11:48 a.m., safety issue, within the city. 2:02 p.m., lock out, […]

Counseling Corner

American Counseling Association

Most schools closed in midspring. Playgrounds in many areas are taped off. Sports programs from baseball to swim meets are being cancelled. The current COVID 19 crisis and its quarantining measures are directly affecting our children every day in a variety of ways. Many parents worry what the long term effects may be on our kids. It’s a question for […]

MIOSHA, Bay College host safety training

ESCANABA – To support worker safety and health across the state, Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration is offering Excavations: The Grave Danger in an instructor-led online format. Bay College, a co-sponsor of the Michigan Training Institute and MIOSHA Safety Training, is hosting the training June 9, from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Excavations: The Grave Danger meets the elective requirement for […]

USACE holding photo contest for shots of Great Lakes sites, including breakwaters

DETROIT – The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Detroit District, invites the public to participate in their annual photo contest. Entries are now being accepted through 11:59 p.m. June 7 and should feature Great Lakes’ sites such as the Soo Locks, Duluth Ship Canal, piers, breakwaters or federal harbors on the Great Lakes. The top 12 photographers will have their […]

Senior Center


I cannot believe that high school graduation is upon us already. It certainly has been quite the year for these kids. As the parent of a graduate, I can testify first hand to just how much these kids have missed out on. Congratulations to the class of 2020! Have you noticed all the high school graduates on the banners hung […]

OPEN OR NOT?

Apple Barrel – Open. Monday-Thursday, 7 a.m.-8 p.m.; Friday, 7 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Purchases can be prepared for residents in advance by calling 341-6868 between 4-6 p.m. each day. No bottle or can returns. Ben Franklin – Opening May 22; normal business hours. Best Life Veterinary House Calls – Services provided on a […]

Chippewa County man charged with 125 crimes

PICKFORD – A 56-year-old Pickford, Mich., man was recently arraigned in Chippewa County’s 91st District Court on 125 wildlife misdemeanor charges, following a months-long investigation by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division. Kurt Johnston Duncan faces charges that include illegally harvesting 18 wolves over the past 18 months and killing and disposing of three bald eagles. Wolves […]

McDaniel receives MIVCA Scholarship

FLINT – The Michigan Interscholastic Volleyball Coaches Association recently announced the recipients of the 2019 MIVCA Scholarships. The scholarships were awarded to any senior player whose coach is a MIVCA member. They were to write a brief essay focusing on one’s future as well as provide an official transcript, list extra-curricular involvement, community service and honors received, include the student’s […]

Manistique Area Little League cancels season

MANISTIQUE – Back in April, Manistique Area Little League suspended all activity until further notice due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. According to news release from the organization, the amount of uncertainty surrounding the initial suspension guaranteed the season would not look like a traditional season. On May 15, due to the ongoing pandemic and the impact it has had […]