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M-123 project in Chippewa and Luce counties starts July 15
NEWBERRY, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is investing about $4.2 million to resurface about 19 miles of M-123 from Luce County Road 500 to Paradise, in Luce and Chippewa counties. Work includes milling and resurfacing, surface sealing, crack sealing, culvert replacement, signing, aggregate shoulders, and pavement markings. This project includes […]
Study shows Mackinac Bridge operation, events contribute $193 million in economic output statewide
ST. IGNACE, Mich. – The Mackinac Bridge Authority (MBA) today accepted an economic impact study showing that the bridge’s operation, tourism and events contributed $193 million annually to the state’s economy in direct, indirect and induced spending, supporting 1,449 jobs. The study, performed under a contract with Public Sector Consultants, found […]
Cadillac Man Arrested for Possession of Child Sexually Abusive Material
Wexford County, Michigan. The Michigan State Police (MSP) Computer Crimes Unit, InternetCrimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force is announcing the arrest of Michael DaleKoschmider, 41 of Cadillac, for aggravated possession of child sexually abusive material andusing a computer to commit a crime. Koschmider was arrested following an investigation requested by […]
Fatal Side x Side Accident in Kalkaska County
Kalkaska County, Michigan. On July 4, 2025, at approximately 2:00 am, troopers from theMichigan State Police (MSP) Houghton Lake Post responded to a fatal crash involving a side-by-side ATV on private property located on Inman Road in Springfield Township, KalkaskaCounty. Preliminary investigation indicates the off-road vehicle rolled over while carrying […]
Father and Son Drown in Cheboygan County
Cheboygan, MI – July 5, 2025 – The Cheboygan County Sheriff’s Office reports a tragic double drowning that occurred on Burt Lake near Maple Bay Campground, Burt Township. At approximately 3:21 p.m., Deputies responded to a distress call reporting two individuals in distress in the water. Witnesses on the scene […]
Attempted Murder Fugitive Arrested in Kalkaska
EXCELSIOR TWP., KALKASKA COUNTY, MI. On June 26, the Traverse Narcotics Team (TNT) was contacted by Muskegon area detectives who were looking to arrest a fugitive who had a valid warrant for Assault with the Intent to Murder. Detectives had reason to believe the 18-year-old man from Muskegon was in […]
Celebrate safely: Prevent wildfires this Independence Day
As you plan for a fun-filled Fourth of July holiday, whether it includes fireworks, camping, off-roading or simply tackling projects around the yard, don’t forget to take precautions to prevent wildfires. “Nine out of 10 wildfires are caused by people,” said Paul Rogers, fire prevention specialist with the Michigan Department […]
Soo Theatre is proud to present Neil Simon’s RUMORS
Join us this July as Soo Theatre puts on the hilarious comedy, Rumors! At a large, tastefully-appointed Sneden’s Landing townhouse, the Deputy Mayor of New York has just shot himself. Though it’s only a flesh wound, Charlie Brock’s self-inflicted injury sets off a series of events causing four couples to […]
MSP Requests Public Assistance Locating Voluntary Missing Teen
Alger County, Michigan. The Michigan State Police (MSP) Negaunee Post is requesting thepublic’s help in locating a juvenile who is considered voluntarily missing. 15-year-old Jayden Whittenburg had reportedly snuck out of his foster residence on PohjalaRoad in Rock River Township during the early morning hours on June 30, 2025. He […]
