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August Declared Emergency Management Awareness Month in Michigan
LANSING, MICH. As Michigan continues to face increasingly frequent and complex disasters that require coordinated response efforts across all levels of government, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has declared August as Emergency Management Awareness Month. The Michigan State Police, Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division (MSP/EMHSD) is recognizing the dedicated emergency management professionals who […]
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Michigan reports the first 2 US deaths related to a diarrhea-causing parasite
DETROIT (AP) — Two people have died in the cyclospora outbreak in Michigan, state health officials announced Monday, the first deaths confirmed in the U.S. related to the microscopic parasite. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said both people had underlying health conditions that may have been impacted by the […]
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Michigan State Police Announces Promotion of Detective Lieutenant Matthew LaBonte
Upper Peninsula, Michigan. The Michigan State Police (MSP) is pleased to announce thepromotion of Detective Sergeant Matthew LaBonte to Detective Lieutenant, where he willoversee the Upper Peninsula Substance Enforcement Team (UPSET). The Upper Peninsula Substance Enforcement Team (UPSET) is a multi-jurisdictional narcoticstask force serving all 15 counties of Michigan’s Upper […]
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MI agrees not to enforce conversion therapy ban to comply with Supreme Court ruling
Michigan has stipulated it will not enforce the state ban on conversion therapy that seeks to change the sexual orientation or gender identity of minors as part of an agreement filed this week with a federal court to comply with a U.S. Supreme Court decision that struck down a similar law in […]
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FBI investigates as Michigan joins Minnesota in reporting cyberattacks on its water systems
Michigan on Saturday joined Minnesota in reporting cyberattacks on nine of the state’s water systems but an official said all systems were operating “safely.” Earlier this week, authorities said cyberattacks targeted over 30 water systems in Minnesota. The source of the attacks is being investigated, but they came amid warnings […]
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Dogs Pulled Heavy Loads
In 1923, Stanley Newton published “The Story of Sault Ste. Marie and Chippewa County.” This is part four going back to the beginning of the Sault, in a continuing series about the history of Sault Ste. Marie. Punctuation and grammar have been left intact. – Laurie Davis The dogs used […]
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DNR Hunter Safety Education Week begins Aug. 10
Registration is open for more than 50 in-person hunter safety education classes, all taking place during the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Hunter Safety Education Week Aug. 10-16. These classes, held at locations around the state, provide a convenient way to earn your hunter safety education certificate. To purchase a […]
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Hit the trails during Free ORV Weekend, Aug. 15-16
On two back-to-back days, residents and out-of-state visitors can legally ride Michigan’s 4,000 miles of off-road vehicle trails, routes and six scramble areas without an ORV license or trail permit. Before you hit the trails for the Aug. 15-16 event, keep these important reminders in mind:
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Supreme Court sends Line 5 back to PSC with new instructions
The Public Service Commission must consider various environmental implications of the Line 5 tunnel project and its impact on public trust resources, the Supreme Court ruled Friday in a key case challenging the controversial tunnel’s construction. In re Application of Enbridge Energy to Replace and Relocate Line 5, the Supreme Court, […]
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Sault Tribe Board meets Aug. 4 in Sault Ste. Marie
The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting Aug. 4, 2026, beginning 5 p.m. at Sault Kewadin Casino Whitefish Point Room, in person or via Zoom, https://zoom.us/j/83640619761. “Membership Participation” will be held at 5 p.m. in person or by virtual attendance. The […]
Local News
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Michigan State Police Announces Promotion of Detective Lieutenant Matthew LaBonte
August 3, 2026Upper Peninsula, Michigan. The Michigan State Police (MSP) is pleased to announce thepromotion of Detective Sergeant Matthew [...] -
Supreme Court sends Line 5 back to PSC with new instructions
July 31, 2026The Public Service Commission must consider various environmental implications of the Line 5 tunnel project and its impact on [...] -
Sault Tribe Board meets Aug. 4 in Sault Ste. Marie
July 31, 2026The Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting Aug. 4, 2026, beginning 5 p.m. at [...]
- Lane closures for U.P. bridge inspectionsAug. 10-12
- Male Body Recovered After Entering Power Canal from Ashmun St Bridge
- Road Closure Notice – Trout Lake Area
Michigan News
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August Declared Emergency Management Awareness Month in Michigan
August 4, 2026LANSING, MICH. As Michigan continues to face increasingly frequent and complex disasters that require coordinated response [...] -
Michigan reports the first 2 US deaths related to a diarrhea-causing parasite
August 4, 2026DETROIT (AP) — Two people have died in the cyclospora outbreak in Michigan, state health officials announced Monday, [...] -
MI agrees not to enforce conversion therapy ban to comply with Supreme Court ruling
August 3, 2026Michigan has stipulated it will not enforce the state ban on conversion therapy that seeks to change the sexual orientation or [...]
- FBI investigates as Michigan joins Minnesota in reporting cyberattacks on its water systems
- DNR Hunter Safety Education Week begins Aug. 10
- Hit the trails during Free ORV Weekend, Aug. 15-16
National News
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Trump gives kudos to James, Rogers at plant visit ahead of primary
July 28, 2026President Donald Trump gave the stage on Monday to Michigan Republicans looking at hard fought races in the next week and in [...] -
Gov. Whitmer Signs Bills Reforming Michigan’s Juvenile Justice System
July 24, 2026LANSING, Mich.—Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed two bills to reform Michigan’s juvenile justice system [...] -
Darline Graham says she will run for a full term in Lindsey Graham’s Senate seat
July 21, 2026COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Sen. Darline Graham said Monday she’s running for a full term to replace her late brother Lindsey [...]
- Trump imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian goods, citing disputes over autos, alcohol and cheese
- Whitmer, Benson, Nessel defend Michigan elections after Trump speech
- Darline Graham Nordone, Lindsey Graham’s sister, appointed to serve out his Senate term
Sports
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The Rise of Kenny Belanger
July 27, 2026He has gone from a player who as a youngster was unceremoniously cut from a AAA program in his hometown of Sault Ste. Marie, Ont. [...] -
Sudbury Cubs leaving NOJHL
July 17, 2026EDITOR’S NOTE: The owners of the reigning Northern Ontario Jr. Hockey League champion Sudbury Cubs have sent out the following [...] -
Soo Eagles and Soo Indians Announce Official Affiliation Between Two Teams
July 1, 2026The Soo Indians AAA Hockey Club is excited to announce an affiliation between the team and the Soo Eagles Jr. A team of the [...]
- Legendary coach Doreen Ingalls steps down after five state titles at Saint Ignace
- Soo Eagles Marceau off to Grand Valley State of AHCA
- Eagles’ Zaharias off to NCAA D-III Beloit College
North Of The Border
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Here’s how the experts see World Series Game 6 shaking out and what the Blue Jays need to do to win
October 31, 2025After a historic pitching performance from rookie Trey Yesavage in Game 5, and an offense that backed him up with six runs, the [...] -
One Charged with Sexual Assault, Forcible Confinement
October 10, 2025On October 9, 2025, detectives with Investigation Services charged 40-year-old Derek Morgan with sexual assault and forcible [...] -
Canada’s Trudeau announces resignation after nearly a decade as prime minister
January 6, 2025TORONTO (AP) — Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation Monday after nearly a decade in power, bowing [...]
- Five people die in related shootings overnight in Sault, ON
- No more American-based news for our Canadian readers
- Worker dies at Algoma Steel; investigation underway




























