Latest local news, weather and high school sports for Northern Michigan

Monday, June 17, 2013  Presque Isle Electric & Gas Co-op members continue assisting area community organizations and individuals through the voluntary round up of their electric and natural gas billings. Member contributions to the Communities First Fund provide funds for grants and scholarships for use in their local communities within the PIE&G service area.

Friday, June 14, 2013  Explorers who have been stationed in Charlevoix are preparing for an expedition on Lake Michigan this weekend.

Friday, June 07, 2013  Dozens of Great Lakes explorers are setting up shop in Charlevoix, getting ready for the expedition of a lifetime.

Thursday, May 09, 2013  Do you think musicians are hot?  According to a new study, a man holding a guitar (not even playing it!) is more 'dateable' than someone holding a gym bag.

Friday, April 05, 2013  Ice breaking operation extended in the Upper Peninsula.

Saturday, March 09, 2013  More than 600 students got an intense workout today while putting their strength and muscles to the test!

Tuesday, March 05, 2013  National Rifle Association will be primary sponsor of NASCAR Sprint Cup race in Texas in April

Thursday, February 21, 2013  The State Senate has passed legislation aimed at expanding prohibitions against sex between school employees and students.

Saturday, December 22, 2012  After battling high waves and cold temperatures, shipping crews are now dealing with delays at the Soo Locks.  Low water levels are to blame for the backup.

Monday, October 22, 2012  Brewery Ferment is the new micro-brewery in the Old-Town District of Traverse City. Jones said he wanted to differentiate his business from other breweries. He described it as a more contemporary atmosphere where the lights are not too dim and the music isn’t too loud. He said he hopes people will be able to come in, work from their computer and have a pint of beer.

Sunday, July 22, 2012  A proud vessel that served the U.S. Navy for years is making it's way from a salvage yard in Philadelphia to it's new home in Bay City. There it will become a museum for the public to enjoy. The U.S.S. Edson saw combat roles in Vietnam, and over the years served as a home away from home for thousands of crew members. This is the story of one of those men, Charles Struthers, who was born, raised, and lives today right here in Northern Michigan.

Tuesday, March 13, 2012  After winning several competitions, the 10 member team in Petoskey will make a trip to St. Louis at the end of April to display their robot's action in the world championships.

Monday, January 16, 2012  Rescue operations were halted as the wreckage slightly shifted.

Friday, January 06, 2012  A new law is cutting the number of judges in Michigan. An estimated 45 judgeships on probate, district and circuit court will be eliminated through attrition, and one of the first districts feeling the pinch is right here in northern Michigan.

Friday, October 21, 2011  Ghosts, ghouls, and goblins scream terror inside the closed down Cheboygan Inverness Elementary School.