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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.
Coast Guard airlifts woman having medical emergency from Beaver Island
A Coast Guard helicopter airlifted a 34-year-old woman from Beaver Island Friday.
When should you stay inside? Here's what the AQI colors mean and when wildfire smoke becomes a health risk
Wildfire smoke continues to cloud Michigan skies. Learn the symptoms to watch for and steps to protect your health.
Patriotic dinghies, boaters gather at Manistee beach
Riviera Yacht Club boaters in red, white and blue were spotted July 12 with dinghies at First Street Beach in Manistee.
Photos: Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds Frankfort
Visitors and residents experienced hazy skies in Frankfort on July 16 as smoke from Canadian wildfires drifted across northern Michigan.
Wildfire smoke keeps Michigan air hazardous, but brief relief is ahead
While Michigan's air has remained hazardous for a third day, some relief appears to be on the horizon to begin the weekend.
'Choir in the Cathedral' concert coming to 1st Congregational Church
The Manistee Community Festival Chorus is gearing up for its upcoming "Choir in the Cathedral" concert.
5 more city of Manistee homes to receive CHILL grant funding
Five more city of Manistee homes will see repairs thanks to leftover CHILL grant funding.
Brenda Fricker, best known as 'Pigeon Lady' in 'Home Alone 2' dead at 81
Brenda Fricker, best known for her role as the "Pigeon Lady" in "Home Alone 2" has died at the age of 81 in Ireland.
Reader shares Manistee photo from hazardous air day
A Manistee resident shared a photo of the sky during a hazardous air quality day.
Manistee High School class of 1961 holds reunion
Members of the Manistee High School class of 1961 gathered to celebrate their 65th reunion.
Michigan supporters and critics react to the approval of Great Lakes Tunnel permits
Advocates and legislators reacted to the approval of multiple permits for the Great Lakes Tunnel. The approval prompted praise from business groups and backlash from environmental…
Restaurant chains roll out unusual menu items, deals and returning favorites
From ranch-flavored popping candy to KFC Popcorn Chicken, restaurant chains are launching unusual foods and summer promotions.
Commission gives updates on public housing improvements
From security cameras at Harborview to a low overall vacancy rate, here are four highlights from the July City of Manistee Housing Commission meeting.
FEMA accepting applications after April flooding in Benzie County
Homeowners and renters in Benzie County who suffered uninsured damage during April's storms and flooding can now apply for federal disaster assistance through FEMA.
Michigan cyclosporiasis outbreak surpasses 4,300 cases, latest county data released
Over 4,300 cases of cyclosporiasis have been reported in Michigan, here's how many each county has seen.
Target recalls 211,000 Cat & Jack kids sandals over choking hazard
Target is recalling more than 210,000 pairs of Cat & Jack toddler sandals. See if your child's shoes are affected.
Michigan State Police seek help identifying man found on Lake Huron shore
Michigan State Police released a new forensic sketch of a man found on the Lake Huron shoreline and are asking for help identifying him.
Hazardous air quality continues across Michigan from Canadian wildfire smoke
Wildfire smoke has overtaken Michigan on Thursday, causing hazardous air quality across the region. Experts do note that there is a chance at relief soon.
Michigan DNR issues permit for Great Lakes Tunnel Line 5 project
The Michigan DNR announced a permit granted for the a tunnel that would replace Line 5.
Cole, Riekse face off in primary for Michigan Senate District 32
In the Aug. 4 primary election, voters will decide on the Republican state senator candidate for the 32nd District.
Veterans Memorial Park renovation project continues in Manistee
"Construction is starting to come together. ... I think it's going to turn out really, really nice."
Michigan 2026 deer hunting season rules and key changes to know
Here are some of the key changes from the Michigan DNR deer hunting regulations release.
Coast Guard warns Great Lakes boaters on false distress calls
Great Lakes boaters are urged not to make false distress calls after 187 reports this year, as hoaxes can delay rescues and bring felony penalties.
What ‘locked in states' means for permanent daylight saving time — and the catch
Here’s what “locked in” states mean under the permanent daylight saving time bill — and the catch that could keep some states on standard time.
Canadian wildfire smoke pushes Michigan air quality into hazardous range
Canadian wildfire smoke is creating hazardous air quality conditions up in the U.P., and it is expected to push south over the next day.
Crystal Lake lifeguard program continues decades of tradition
The lifeguard program's 2026 season began June 15, and lifeguards are on duty at the association's private 300-by-300-foot swimming area and beach for about nine weeks.
Michigan bill to ease backyard bird feeding heads to Whitmer
A bill that makes it easier for residents to legally feed birds and other wildlife near homes is heading to Governor Whitmer. Here's what it entails.
Sleeping Bear Dunes to increase traffic enforcement this summer
The operations will be conducted in coordination with local and state law enforcement partners.
Ashley Wineland to play Monday Night Concerts in the Park in Onekama
Country artist Ashley Wineland brings her Love + Heartbreak tour to Onekama’s Monday Night Concerts in the Park on July 20.