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

Friday, June 14, 2013  A recent report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture shows that there will be a nationwide record corn crop this year; but some Northern Michigan farmers say that they are still feeling the harsh impacts of a cold and wet Spring.

Wednesday, June 12, 2013  UPDATED WITH POLL: Your trip to the farmers market for fresh fruits and veggies could soon also include samples of wine.

Wednesday, June 05, 2013  The downy mildew fungus made its way into Northern Michigan last year and it looks like it’s here to stay.

Friday, May 31, 2013  Senator Debbie Stabenow visited a local farm to discuss the new edition of the Farm Bill.

Wednesday, May 29, 2013  In looking over some of the numbers, a majority of counties and towns across the area are running over three and in some cases five inches or more above normal for rain/melted snow so far since the beginning of the year.

Tuesday, May 28, 2013  Schools across northern Michigan are preparing to take part in School Garden Week.

Monday, May 27, 2013  Bob Plummer is a co-owner of Moomers Homemade Ice Cream and Farm Creamery in Traverse City.With 18 cows milked twice a day, everyday, by Bob himself, Moomers produces over 2,700 pounds of milk each week. When Plummer goes on vacation milk production goes down between 15% and 20%.

Saturday, May 25, 2013  The Orchids by the Bay show featured dozens of beautiful displays of exotic, blooming orchid plants as well as a mix of vendors who were selling high quality growing supplies.

Saturday, May 25, 2013  Thousands of people across 52 countries including the United States took part in the March Against Monsanto protests. In fact, hundreds gathered in Traverse City's open space to march against genetically modified food.

Friday, May 24, 2013  New meat labels go into effect, telling consumers where animals were born, raised, slaughtered

Thursday, May 23, 2013  Frost is the issue Thursday night. Completely clear skies and a diminishing wind will set the stage for temperatures to go into a steep dive overnight.

Tuesday, May 21, 2013  High crop prices entice farmers to expand planting into old golf courses, wildlife preserves

Monday, May 20, 2013  In an effort to “go green” and boost business, a local farmer is investing in a state of the art subsurface irrigation system.

Saturday, May 18, 2013  Summer is festival season in Northern Michigan and one of the first events of the season is the Asparagus Festival in Empire.

Friday, May 17, 2013  The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is stepping up salvaging of trees that are dying from infestations of the emerald ash borer and beech bark disease.