First lady Jill Biden is slated to stump across Michigan this week in a push for her husband’s reelection, days ahead of President Joe Biden’s third campaign trek to the state this year on Sunday. Her arrival will kickoff a Women for Biden-Harris event in Marquette on Thursday, before heading […]
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Jeremy Rebek takes the helm as new head coach of NOJHL’s Soo Eagles
He was the first choice of president and general manager Bruno Bragagnolo to become the new head coach of the Soo Eagles of the Northern Ontario Jr. Hockey League. So, suffice to say that Bragagnolo got what he wanted in Jeremy Rebek. The 48-year-old Rebek has spent the past three […]
I-75 resurfacing project in Chippewa County starts May 28
NEWBERRY, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is investing about $3.5 million to resurface nearly 5 miles of I-75 from M-28 north to 3 Mile Road in Chippewa County. The work includes single-course asphalt overlay, joint repairs, guardrail repairs, aggregate shoulders, and pavement markings. Work is expected to start Tuesday, May […]
State Reps Back Year-Round Coyote Hunting
State Rep. Greg Markkanen on Thursday was joined by Rep. Dave Prestin in announcing his bill to restore hunters’ rights, allowing them to hunt coyotes year-round. The plan, House Bill 5721, allows an individual who holds a fur harvester’s license to hunt coyotes year-round. The legislation comes in response to […]
East Jordan Champions
The Sault High Blue Devils track and field teams brought home two more trophies for the case after winning both the boys and girls competitions. A 20 team invite, the Blue Devils were champions of the large school category. The boys earned 150 points over Roscommon 126.5 and Kalkaska 112.5. […]
Grandma’s Ledger
My Grandmother kept a ledger of all expenses including car expenses. The car expenses were listed on the ledger’s opening page. In January 1940, my grandfather had 45,600 miles on his car. On January 8th of that year, my grandfather purchased a ½ year license for $5.15, and later that […]
Blue Devils Win; Ryckeghem Breaks 100m Dash Record
The Sault High Blue Devils Track and Field teams added two more championship titles to their season after winning the Cheboygan Rotary Club Invitational. Both squads sent full teams, allowing a number of athletes to compete and work on improving their times and distances. The boys won with a score […]
Motor Carrier Officers Focus on Defective Equipment and Cargo Securement During Roadcheck Inspection Effort
LANSING, MICH. Motor carrier officers from the Michigan State Police, Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division (MSP/CVED) will be conducting inspections at weigh station facilities and rest areas throughout the state with a focus on defective equipment and cargo securement. This enforcement operation is part of the annual Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) […]
Prosecutor Issues Statement Regarding Local Trial
PRESS RELEASE Rhonda Deuman, 57, of Sault Ste Marie was found guilty by a jury in the 91st District Court on April 23, 2024. The Defendant was found guilty of assault and battery on a 9-year-old child. The case was investigated by Officer Raymond Brooks of the Sault Ste Marie […]
Letting Go
“There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens: a time to be born and a time to die, a time to plant and a time to uproot, a time to kill and a time to heal, a time to tear down and a […]












