A GOOD FITPastor Matt Dunkelberger, his wife, Katie, and their dog, Mabel, moved from Oklahoma in February so Matthew could accept the job as church pastor. He said several factors led them to Roscomm ...

HISTORICAL HELPDirector Tommy Tombstone (center) and producer Ben Goldman (right) set up for an interview in the Crawford County Historical Museum. Goldman said the historical society was “absolutely ...

Those interested in long-term natural resource management planning for Hartwick Pines State Park in Crawford County are invited to learn about a new Michigan Department of Natural Resources stewardshi ...

March isn’t just the gateway to spring; it’s also National Reading Month! Originally established to honor t ...

The Gerrish Township Board Feb. 10 approved a new short-term rental ordinance. Ordinance #50, however, is temporary and expires in 2029. The purpose of the ordinance, which goes int ...

MOTHER NATURES SPARES NONEAll three vehicles at Crystal Baetz’s home on the south shore of Houghton Lake had some form of damage from the winter storm. Baetz found three two-foot diameter trees, as we ...

Ellen Louise Whitehead, 89, Vassar, died March 11, 2026, at Fisher Senior Care in Mayville. Per her wishes, there will be no services. Memorial contributions may be directed to the Houghton Lake ...

Patrick McGlinchey, born March 5, 1946, passed away in the hospital surrounded by the love of his family. He lived a life defined by kindness, quiet strength, and unwavering devotion to those he loved ...

When was the last time you stopped to think about not only where you are, but where you want to be? Many of us get caught up in routines and forget to zoom out ...

Irish Kilt Brewing Company, Roscommon, has been recognized by Michigan Celebrates Small Business as a “2026 Best Small Business” by the Michigan Small Business Development Center. The honor will be p ...

Rodney James Stender, 57, Houghton Lake, died March 5, 2026, at Munson Medical Center, Traverse City. A service was held March 10 at Christler Funeral Home, Prudenville Chapel, with Pastor Paul Kruse ...

Former Houghton Lake High School teacher James Arthur Johnson, 85, Houghton Lake, died March 6, 2026, at The Brook of Houghton Lake, with his family by his side. Visitation will be held at St. John ...