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Manistee County Fair adds new events to bring crowds back
New events at the Manistee County Fair include chicken bingo, lawn mower races and a chuckwagon dinner as organizers work to draw bigger crowds.
Ramsdell’s Tuesday Talks to feature Laura Bierema
Bierema is a professor in the Department of Lifelong Education, Administration, and Policy at the University of Georgia.
Knights of Columbus donates to ARC of Manistee County
The Manistee Knights of Columbus chapter recently made a donation from its Tootsie Roll fundraiser.
US 31 project underway in Bear Lake
"Utility relocations are continuing, and next week we expect concrete crews to arrive and begin pouring curb, gutter, sidewalks and curb bump-outs on that side as well."
WSCC board OKs pilot food pickup program to fight food insecurity
"I think this takes a big step forward to help meet one of our greatest challenges our students face."
FDA warns of cetirizine recall tied to possible ranitidine contamination
FDA notice says four recalled cetirizine lots may contain ranitidine, posing a dangerous risk for some allergy patients.
Michigan OK2SAY program logs second-highest tip total in 2025 since its creation
Last year, the Michigan State Police's OK2SAY tip system saw the second most tips since it's inception.
American Heart Association says up to 5 cups of black coffee a day is safe for most adults
The American Heart Association gave good news for coffee lovers. Describing safe amounts of coffee to drink and some possible health benefits from the drink.
Some dumpling squish toys recalled over cancer-linked chemical in UK, not yet in US
Knockoff dumpling squish toys were recalled in the U.K. over benzene concerns. Here’s what any concerned U.S. parents should look for.
New physician assistant joins Munson Healthcare Neurosurgery
Kayla Vermeer, PA-C, is passionate about helping her patients navigate recovery after stroke.
Pollinators of Northern Michigan topic of next Plant It Wild program
Program will be presented by Emily Umbarger, sustainability director and instructor of agricultural sciences at Interlochen Center for the Arts.
West Michigan man arrested after tip leads to remains in 1993 Alaska case
Alaska investigators arrested a West Michigan man after an anonymous 2025 tip led to remains in the 1993 killing of Patrick Dearth.
Eastlake couple’s longtime yard earns garden of the month honor
An Eastlake couple’s colorful home garden, tended for nearly 50 years, earned garden of the month recognition from the Spirit of the Woods Garden Club.
Manistee County Fair sets grandstand events, free entry and parking
Manistee County Fair will offer free entry and parking, plus grandstand events from horse pulls to demo derby and racing.
Finished Netflix's 'I Will Find You'? Here are the Harlan Coben shows to watch next
Looking for your next binge after I Will Find You? These Harlan Coben Netflix adaptations deliver mysteries, secrets and major twists.
Deadline nearing for Right to Life of Manistee's August benefit dinner
Right to Life of Manistee County will host its annual benefit dinner with speaker Genevieve Marnon Aug. 10.
Assistant principal named for Manistee Early Childhood Center
"She's bringing so much experience and so much enthusiasm for working with all of our students and our parents."
Michigan now surpasses 6,000 reported cases of cyclosporiasis with lettuce recalls in place
Michigan's reported cyclosporiasis cases are now past 6,100. Here's the latest details.
Seven Michigan fisheries make Bassmaster's list of America's best bass lakes
Michigan anglers don't have to travel far for world-class bass fishing. Here's which waters made Bassmaster's annual list of America's best bass lakes.
Dickson Township duo wins Manistee County Library cornhole tournament
Manistee County Library’s Game of Towns cornhole tournament ended with That One Team winning the first Cornhole Cup in Thompsonville.
Manistee County Fair adds new midway events, rides and family activities
From new carnival rides to free midway events, the Manistee County Fair is adding more family fun for its 155th year.
MPSC to hold community hearing in Ludington
Michigan Public Service Commission will hold a community hearing to share info on transmission line expansion and how the public may participate.
Retired U.S. Army colonel publishes seventh novel
"Finding Innocence," by John Wemlinger, is based on a true-life experience he had as a young captain commanding a training company in the mid-1970’s.
FDA says Taylor Farms lettuce Cyclospora test was false positive, recall remains
FDA reversed a Cyclospora finding on Taylor Farms lettuce, but the recall is still on. Here’s what shoppers need to know.
Manistee County Library awarded $25,000 literacy grant
Manistee County Library wins $25,000 grant to expand adult and digital literacy.
Nearly $1.3 billion in Powerball and Mega Millions jackpots up for grabs
The Powerball and Mega Millions jackpots continue to grow after no winners. See the latest jackpot totals, winning numbers and drawing dates.
DEA extradites two Colombian men to Grand Rapids in cocaine case
The DEA says two Colombian men accused of trafficking cocaine into the U.S. were extradited to West Michigan for federal court.
Taylor Farms recalls dozens of lettuce products tied to Cyclospora outbreak investigation
Taylor Farms is recalling iceberg lettuce products over Cyclospora concerns as FDA and CDC investigate a multistate outbreak.
Old Kirke Museum to host Lakeshore Keepers director
Jack Greve, executive director of the Ludington-based Lakeshore Keepers, will be the featured speaker at the Old Kirke Museum this week.
Manistee City Council could approve contract for 3 street projects
Manistee City Council could approve a contract with Molon Asphalt, of Traverse City, for street improvement projects during its upcoming meeting.