James releases first ad of the general election

Republican gubernatorial candidate John James is circulating his first general election ad of the cycle, looking to paint a contrast piece between him and his opponent, Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson. The ad, which will run on both TV and digital platforms, focuses on combating Michigan’s national rankings: the economy ranked […]

After Whitmer call, Trump administration lifts halt on invasive carp project

More than a month after the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers halted work on a critical project aimed at keeping invasive carp out of the Great Lakes, the stop-work order barring the effort from progressing has been lifted. In a text message to Michigan Advance Thursday Morning, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s […]

Vance says Iran fight isn’t a ‘war’ 

WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President JD Vance on Thursday rejected the use of the word “war” to describe the U.S. fighting with Iran as he steered clear of predicting that the 6-month-old conflict would be over by November’s midterm elections, in which Republicans are trying to hang on to their narrow majorities in Congress. “I […]

Sault High Hall of Fame Spotlight – Tracy McDonald Holt

Our Hall of Fame weekend is right around the corner, and we are thrilled to begin highlighting this year’s incredible inductees! From local healthcare leadership to youth advocacy, Tracy McDonald Holt has dedicated her career to serving the Eastern Upper Peninsula. Her tireless work and community impact make her a […]

I-75 resurfacing in Cheboygan County starts Sept. 8

GAYLORD, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) will invest nearly $4.3 million to resurface 8.5 miles of I-75 from north of Wolverine to M-68 at Indian River in Cheboygan County. Work is scheduled to begin September 9 and be completed by November 6, 2026 This work will require single-lane closures with […]

Upper Peninsula Arts & Culture Alliance to Host 2026 Annual Conference in Sault Ste. Marie

SAULT STE. MARIE, Mich. – The Upper Peninsula Arts & Culture Alliance will bring artists, cultural organizations, community leaders, and advocates together in Sault Ste. Marie for its 2026 Annual Conference, September 25 and 26. This year’s conference will focus on volunteerism, community building, and the many ways arts and […]

Benson and James offer stances on Flock cameras as more jurisdictions vote to ‘de-Flock’

Michigan’s gubernatorial candidates both addressed a topic on Wednesday that’s quickly become the talk of small towns across the U.S. and viral social media comment sections alike: the nondescript black cameras owned by Flock Safety, Inc. that many Americans have become suspicious of as local policing embraces artificial intelligence. Flock […]

Mancelona Resident Arrested for Aggravated Child Sexually Abusive Activity

MANCELONA, MICH. The Michigan State Police (MSP) Computer Crimes Unit, Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force is announcing the arrest of Joseph Alan-Anthony Lopata, 53 of Mancelona, for aggravated child sexually abusive activity, aggravated distributing/promoting of child sexually abusive activity, possession of child sexually abusive material, and using a […]

State Police Warn of Cell Phone Delivery Scam

Upper Peninsula, Michigan. The Michigan State Police (MSP) is warning the public about a delivery scam targeting customers who have recently received legitimate cell phone or electronic device orders. Scammers contact customers and try to trick them into sending the devices to the scammer. A citizen recently contacted the MSP […]

906 Day is just a few days away!

From September 6–12, we’ll be celebrating the 906 and supporting the LSSU Campus and Community Partnership Fund, which helps support new projects with new partners that bring LSSU and the surrounding community closer together. This year, an anonymous donor has pledged to match up to $5,000 in gifts to the fund, and […]