In today’s world almost everything can be made available with the click of a button, and it can become all too easy to forget where we get our food from. Large supermarket chains currently dominate the food market due to their convenience, diversity, and generally competitive prices. However, opting to […]
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The most common cancer is easy to miss. Here’s what to look for
Basal cell carcinoma is the most common type of cancer, affecting 1 in 5 adults in the United States during their lifetimes. Yet it can be easy to miss. Alexa Frank thought the small, pink, flaky spot on her nose was an acne scar or eczema, a condition that causes […]
Jane Bishop Memorial Native Plant & Garden Market on June 19th, 2026
SAULT STE. MARIE – The Chippewa Luce Mackinac Conservation District (CLMCD) is excited to announce the 2026 Jane Bishop Memorial Native Plant & Garden Market. This highly anticipated community event will take place on Friday, June 19, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 6:30 PM at the Sault Ste. Marie Market […]
STALWART, MICHIGAN — The Stalwart Fair is proud to announce the celebration of the 120th Anniversary of the Stalwart Fair, taking place this summer in the heart of Michigan’s Eastern Upper Peninsula. For generations, the Stalwart Fair has brought together families, farmers, exhibitors, horsemen, local businesses, and visitors for a […]
5 Simple Ways to Support Wildlife Habitat in Michigan’s Eastern Upper Peninsula
The Eastern Upper Peninsula (EUP) of Michigan is home to a diverse range of species,including amphibians, black bears, furbearers, migratory birds, and pollinators. Forthese species to survive, healthy habitat on private property is essential. A few simpleconservation initiatives can help landowners in Chippewa, Luce, and Mackinac Countiesmake significant contributions. Below […]
Soo Theatre is proud to present SHREK THE MUSICAL!
“Once upon a time, there was a little ogre named Shrek….” And thus begins the tale of an unlikely hero who finds himself on a life-changing journey alongside a wisecracking Donkey and a feisty princess who resists her rescue. Throw in a short-tempered bad guy, a cookie with an attitude […]
Quarantines Demystified: Keeping Michigan Green and Pest-Free
Ever wonder why certain plants or pests trigger the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development to issue quarantines? Join Amber Neils, MDARD quarantine compliance and export specialist, for “Quarantines Demystified: Keeping Michigan Green and Pest-Free” (9 a.m. Thursday, May 14). Neils will share an inside look at how plant […]
Family Fun Day for EUP Residents – May 31, 2026
Eastern Upper Peninsula Residents Invited to Fifth Annual Family Fun Day at Sault Historic Sites and Famous Soo Locks Boat Tours on Sunday May 31, 2026. March 2026 – Sault Ste. Marie, MI – Famous Soo Locks Boat Tours and Sault Historic Sites invite Eastern Upper Peninsula (EUP) residents to […]
Local Groups Awarded Conservation Grants
The Chippewa Luce Mackinac Conservation District (CLMCD) is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2026 Conservation Grants Program. The 2026 Conservation Grants Program application period closed on March 13 th , 2026 after a 67-day request for proposals period. The 2026 Conservation grants are being used to fund local […]
Woods and Wildlife
Our forests here in Michigan are one of our greatest natural resources, with over 19 million acres of forested land covering more than half the state. These forests serve us in a variety of ways, including thenumerous recreational opportunities they provide, improving water quality and reducing soil erosion, producing timber […]











