Local News

Updated COVID-19 Testing Process

Sault Sainte Marie, MI – The State of Michigan has contracted with a COVID-19 testing company to bring testing and reporting to communities across the state. The State contracted testing company, Honu, will take over testing services at the Nolte Street location adjacent to War Memorial. Beginning Thursday, October 28th there will be […]

Chippewa County Health Department Announces Vaccine Clinics

CHIPPEWA County, Michigan – With the recent FDA approval, recommendations from the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) and the endorsement of the CDC director, Chippewa County Health Department (CCHD) is encouraging community members to get a booster vaccine if they received the Moderna or Johnson &Johnson (J&J) primary […]

War Memorial Hospital Supports Soo Theatre Restoration Project

Sault Ste. Marie, MI – War Memorial Hospital has committed to supporting the Soo Theatre Restoration Project with a $10,000 donation. The funds are in support of the Soo Theatre’s exterior restoration project, helping to revitalize the historic building. The theatre’s mission is to foster the enjoyment, understanding and development of […]

Ex-Teacher Convicted of Criminal Sexual Conduct; Sentenced

Chief explains apparent lenient sentence At the Sault Ste Marie Police Department, student safety is one of our top priorities. On September 11, 2020, we received a complaint from a former Sault Area High School and Career Center student. The student indicated she was sexually assaulted by a teacher while […]

USDA files complaint against Oswald’s Bear Ranch in Newberry

NEWBERRY, Mich. (WLUC) – The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has filed a complaint with allegations against Oswald’s Bear Ranch in Newberry. The USDA filing is against Dean Oswald, Jewel Oswald and Oswald’s Bear Ranch, LLC. According to the filing, signed and dated Sept. 17, 2021, the USDA says it has […]