The Mid-American Conference has canceled its football season this fall because of the COVID-19 pandemic. The conference is the first in the Football Bowl Subdivision to opt out of taking the field this fall. Unable to make a decision at Thursday’s league-wide president’s meeting because Northern Illinois wouldn’t play this […]
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Alma C Sullivan
The family of Alma C. (Thuemmel) Sullivan regrets to announce her passing on Sunday, August 2, 2020, at the age of 103. Mom was born on February 20, 1917, in Detroit, Michigan. Her childhood was spent on the Thuemmel family farm where she acquired strong work ethics and the enjoyment […]
August 7, 2020
Jennifer Marie Horn05/18/1971Alcohol-Open Container in MVOperate While Visibly ImpairedFines and costs $114090 days, credit 1, serve 4, balance held in abeyanceNo alcohol, controlled substance, marijuanaTest on demandNo WeaponsNo bars, taverns, casinos160 hours community serviceAttend 12 step programAssessment & recommendationsSign releases Matthew Paul Sauro10/13/1988Operate with a Suspended LicenseFines and costs $58090 […]
Larry David Campbell
Larry David Campbell, age 68, of Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan passed away Monday, August 3, 2020, at Medilodge Assisted Living following a lengthy illness. Larry was born on November 13, 1951, in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, to the late Wilmer and Iva (Stearns) Campbell. After high school, Larry received his […]
Governor Whitmer Signs Executive Directive Recognizing and Addressing Racism as a Public Health Crisis, Creates the Black Leadership Advisory Council
Today Governor Gretchen took action to elevate Black voices in state government, signing Executive Order 2020-163, which creates the Black Leadership Advisory Council. The governor also signed Executive Directive 2020-9, recognizing racism as a public health crisis and taking initial steps to address it within state government. Under the Executive […]
Escape attempt foiled at Chippewa Correctional
LANSING — Three prisoners, assisted by two others, ran for the fence at an Upper Peninsula prison Monday night, but were captured, officials confirmed. The incident happened about 10:30 p.m. at Chippewa Correctional Facility near Kincheloe and was over quickly, said Chris Gautz, a spokesman for the Michigan Department of […]
United Way Project Backpack committee sets $15,000 goal to help Chippewa County classrooms
CHIPPEWA COUNTY – Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, The Salvation Army – Sault Ste. Marie, and United Way of the Eastern Upper Peninsula work together every year to coordinate a distribution of backpacks and school supplies, assisting 500 plus students in Pre-School through 8th grade. With schools readying […]
Ryder Wayne Belonga-Pasqual
Ryder Wayne Belonga-Pasqual was still born on July 28, 2020. His parents are Jason Anthony Belonga and Lilith Marlene Pasqual of St. Ignace, Michigan. Ryder would have loved his sisters, and spending time with them on the beach, and riding along in the stroller during family walks. Ryder is survived […]
The Canada-U.S. border could be closed for months. Here’s what you need to know now
Gone are the days when Canadians and Americans could freely drive across their shared border for a quick shopping trip or to visit family and friends. Now, the Canada-U.S. land border that was once wide open is closed to non-essential travel, affecting the lives of many people on both sides. Here’s […]
Coast Guard locates lost jet skier off Drummond Island
A missing jet skier off Drummond Island is safe thanks to the U.S. Coast Guard in Sault Ste. Marie and the Chippewa County Sheriff’s Office. The Coast Guard says they found the person just before 10 Saturday night after they got lost after leaving Drummond Island on their jet ski. […]












