ST. IGNACE, Mich. – Reflecting on his many years of service and stewardship of the Mighty Mac, the Mackinac Bridge Authority (MBA) is mourning the Feb. 16 death of longtime former Chairman William H. Gnodtke. “Bill’s love and devotion for the Mackinac Bridge was second to none, and I had the privilege […]
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Chippewa County Prosecutor’s Office Welcomes Michael Edwards as Assistant Prosecuting Attorney
The Chippewa County Prosecutor’s Office is pleased to announce that Michael Edwards was sworn in asan Assistant Prosecuting Attorney on February 9, 2026. Mr. Edwards brings more than 30 years of litigation experience to the office, including a decade devotedspecifically to criminal law. Over the course of his career, he […]
Woman Arrested for DUI While Driving Wrong Way on I-75
Mackinac County, Michigan. A Michigan State Police (MSP) Motor Carrier Officer (MCO) was in the right place at the right time to safely stop a dangerous wrong-way driver on I-75 in Mackinac County. The driver was subsequently arrested for multiple offenses, including Operating Under the Influence of Drugs. On […]
Chippewa County Authorizes Over $138,000 in Opioid Settlement Funds to Expand Addiction Support Services
Sault Ste. Marie, MI — At their December 2025 Board of Commissioners meeting, Chippewa County has approved the allocation of opioid settlement funds to support critical addiction prevention, treatment, and recovery services throughout the community. The funding will strengthen case management, outreach, education, and reentry support for individuals and families […]
Woman in Delta Co Arrested After Biting Trooper During Animal Neglect Investigation
Delta County, Michigan. A woman from the Cornell area has been arrested and arraigned onmultiple felony counts related to resisting, obstructing, and assaulting a police officer. On February 3, 2026, the Michigan State Police (MSP) Gladstone Post received a reportalleging animal neglect involving multiple individuals. Following an initial investigation, a […]
Mackenzie Paul, former Laker basketball standout, dies at 25
The Lake Superior State University Athletics Department mourns the passing of Mackenzie (Kalchik) Paul, who bravely battled Acute Myeloid Leukemia. A Class of 2022 graduate, she played four seasons for the Laker Women’s Basketball team after competing for the Sault Area High School Blue Devils. Mackenzie was diagnosed with AML […]
Health Dept Warns of Increased Level of Influenza in County
Sault Ste Marie, MI – Rates of Influenza (Flu) have been increasing nationally, andMichigan is currently classified at the highest possible influenza activity level used bythe Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Chippewa County Health Department (CCHD)is urging residents to take precautions to reduce their risk of infection. “Flu season typically […]
Killer of Katie Robinson Found Guilty
Following a five-day jury trial, Tanner Dunbar Harrison was found guilty on Friday, January 16,2026, of one count of second-degree murder. The jury heard from 31 witnesses and viewed 33exhibits before reaching its decision. Harrison is currently lodged at the Chippewa CountyCorrectional Facility awaiting sentencing in the 50th Circuit Court. […]
St Ignace MSP Sergeant Helps Save Life of Skier
Emmet County, Michigan. The Michigan State Police (MSP) St. Ignace Post is proud torecognize Sergeant Dennis Wagner for helping save a life while off duty at Nub’s Nob SkiResort. While cross-country skiing on January 3, 2026, Sergeant Wagner noticed a skier had collapsedon the trail. He quickly went to help […]
Bay Mills Resort’s Sacy’s Restaurant Closed After Roof Collapse
At this time, officials are responding to a partial roof collapse at Sacy’s Restaurant located within Bay Mills Resort & Casino. There have been no reported injuries. Law enforcement, EMS, and the fire department are currently on scene conducting evaluations and ensuring the safety of the area. Preliminary observations indicate […]












