“But go and learn what this means: ‘I desire mercy, not sacrifice. For I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners.” – Matthew 9:13 (NIV) While having lunch one day, I met a young woman who was waiting tables. I watched her as she went from table to […]
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78-Year-Old Ump to Appear in his First Softball State Final
RUDYARD – Jerry Cook has been umping with the MHSAA for 43 years and will be appearing in his first ever softball state final. “It means a lot,” said Cook. “Obviously, it’s something you strive for and I’m looking forward to it. You’re in a different atmosphere. You’re in the […]
Blue Devils Celebrate Successful Season with Track and Field Awards
After a very successful track and field season, the coaches of the Sault High Blue Devils Track and Field Teams presented awards to their athletes on Tuesday night. Head Coach of the girls team Scott Menard recognized a number of his athletes. Most Valuable Player for Track co-recipients were Isabella […]
Gov Whitmer addresses danger of wildfires in Michigan
Dear Friend, As Michigan continues to experience unusually hot and dry conditions for this time of year, the risk of wildfires has increased. That’s why it’s important to be safe and take every precaution while enjoying our beautiful Michigan summers. Three drivers of fire risk are temperature, humidity/dryness, and wind. We are […]
Free fishing, off-roading and state park entry – enjoy it all during Michigan’s ‘Three Free’ Weekend June 10-11
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources encourages everyone to take advantage of “Three Free” Weekend – Saturday, June 10, and Sunday, June 11. It’s two full days when Michigan residents and out-of-state visitors can grab a fishing rod, ride the off-road trails and visit state parks, boating access sites and […]
District Court Report: June 6, 2023
Gregory James CollinsOperate While Visibly ImpairedFines and costs $87593 days, credit 1, balance suspended80 hours community service Kristina MathenyFail to Report AccidentFines and costs $8,58590 days suspended40 hours community service Mark James MeehanFail to Stop After CollisionFines and costs $33590 days suspended Alaina Marie WallaceOperate While IntoxicatedFines and costs $85093 […]
U.P. Finals Success: Blue Devils Bring Home Some Hardware
The Sault High Blue Devils wrapped up their Track and Field season on Saturday in Kingsford at the U.P. Finals. The Blue Devils competed against some tough Division 1 competition, against other qualifiers from Marquette, Escanaba, Gladstone, Menominee, Negaunee, Kingsford, Iron Mountain, Ishpeming Westwood, Houghton and Calumet. Both teams placed […]
Corrections Officer Sues MDOC For Retaliation After Whistleblower Report
An officer with the Department of Corrections on Tuesday sued the agency in federal court for retaliation after he filed a report against another officer that alleged the officer tampered with drug contraband found on an inmate and gave fake evidence to the state when it requested a sample. The […]
Pope Francis to undergo intestinal surgery under general anesthesia
ROME (AP) — Pope Francis was admitted to the hospital for intestinal surgery Wednesday, the latest malady to befall the 86-year-old pontiff who had part of his colon removed two years ago. Francis was expected to be put under general anesthesia for the procedure and remain at Rome’s Gemelli hospital […]
Carp Lake man Arrested for Aggravated Possession of Child Sexually Abusive Material
CARP LAKE, MICH. The Michigan State Police (MSP) Computer Crimes Unit, Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force is announcing the arrest of Donavan Patrick Dougherty, 33 of Carp Lake, for aggravated possession of child sexually abusive material and using a computer to commit a crime.Dougherty was arrested following an […]