Vern Clive Sawyers, age 81, of Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, died on June 2, 2021, unexpectedly at his home. He was born November 27, 1939, in Bruce Township, Michigan, to Clive Ephraim and Sara Ellen (Rye) Sawyers. Vern was born on his parent’s farm in Bruce Township. He grew up […]
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John Evashevski
John Evashevski, husband, father, teacher, coach, died on Sunday, May 30th in St. Ignace,Michigan at his home. He was 70 years old. The cause of death was due to complications related to Multiple System Atrophy (MSA)Mr. Evashevski was born in Pullman, WA on July 15, 1950 and grew up in […]
Feds: Vice Lords gang conspiracy includes hits on inmates
Detroit — Federal agents Thursday arrested more than three dozen members and associates of the Almighty Vice Lord Nation street gang in an attempt to stem the rise of gun violence in one of the nation’s most dangerous cities. The arrests coincided with prosecutors unsealing a 39-count indictment accusing alleged Michigan gang leader Kevin “Spaghetti” Fordham, […]
Phoebe “Irene” Hartwig
Phoebe “Irene” Hartwig, age 81, passed away peacefully Monday May 24, 2021 at The Brook Community Retirement Facility in West Branch, Michigan. A native of Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, Irene was born to Daniel and Matilda (LaVictor) Cody on August 30, 1939. Irene received her high school diploma from Sault […]
Bill Would Include Jail Officers In Binding Arbitration
County corrections officers could seek binding arbitration when unable to complete collective bargaining negotiations under bills discussed Tuesday. During the House of Commerce and Tourism Committee, testimony was heard for support and opposition for the bills with opposition focused mainly on costs. Rep. Bob Bezotte and Rep. Kelly Breen sponsored the bills together.. […]
Wanda Thompson
Wanda Elain Leach Thompson, born February 6, 1939, passed away on May 16, 2021. She is survived by her daughter, Sally (Rodney), and son, Timothy(Janice). Wanda is also survived by her grandchildren who were the loves of her life Richard (Lourdes), Corey(Jackie), Molly(Drew), Nathyn(Casey), Ryan(Serena), Brandon(Svetlana), and Jada. She was a […]
Why Some People Forget The UP Is Part Of Michigan
Why is it that when people talk about Michigan or create Michigan memorabilia they sometimes forget to add the Upper Peninsula? Is it because we refer to it as ‘the Mitten?’ I mean, we do have two “mittens” to accurately represent our beloved state. Yet, we don’t. Or maybe it’s […]
James Craig will challenge Whitmer for governor
Detroit — James Craig, one of the longest-serving police chiefs in the city’s history, will run in a bid to challenge Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in next year’s gubernatorial race, a source close to the chief said Friday. Craig, who is expected Monday to announce his retirement from the department, told The Detroit […]
Cases on the rise in eastern U.P.; State launches new vaccine milestone tracker
COVID cases continue to rise in four eastern Upper Peninsula counties. Mackinac County added the most cases throughout April with 131 cases, followed by Luce County with 100 cases. Alger and Schoolcraft Counties each increased by a total of 47 cases, according to the Luce, Mackinac, Alger, Schoolcraft District Health […]
May 3, 2021
Emery Arnold McKelvie, Jr.08/30/1990Snowmobiles – Operate Under the InfluenceFines and costs $87093 days, credit 1, balance held in abeyanceSign releasesNo alcohol, controlled substance, marijuana, THCNo bars/taverns/casinosTest on demand80 hours community serviceAssessment and recommendationsSnowmobile privileges suspended 12 months Kevin Thomas Jakubczak02/09/1992ORV-OUILFines and costs $75093 days, serve 3, balance suspended80 hours community […]