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Manistee County Library shares spooky season book picks for all ages
Looking for Halloween reading? Manistee County Library shares fresh spooky titles for all ages at its branches and online catalog.
5 takeaways from Tuesday's Manistee City Council meeting
Here are five takeaways from Tuesday's Manistee City Council meeting.
When the first snow usually falls in Michigan cities ahead of 2026 season
Here's when Michigan residents can typically expect the first snow of the season ahead of 2026.
What are Michigan residents searching for as Halloween costumes? Google’s list includes Velma Dinkley and Poison Ivy
See Michigans’ top Halloween costume searches for 2026, from Scooby-Doo favorites and superheroes to a mime, a police officer and Dolly Parton. What’s trending near you?
Manistee Amphitheater Foundation receives $10K donation
The Manistee Amphitheater Foundation got another boost in its fundraising efforts in the form of a $10,000 donation from Salt City Rock and Blues.
Michigan releasing nearly 7,300 pheasants for hunting season at a dozen locations
The Michigan DNR is releasing over 7,000 pheasants across the Lower Peninsula at 13 locations.
Manistee Girl Scout Juliettes install 3 little free libraries
Girl Scout Juliettes in Manistee placed 3 little free libraries at local schools and CASMAN Academy to expand book access.
Need a Halloween costume idea? Google’s 2026 list ranges from Dolly Parton to a stick of butter
Still hunting for a Halloween costume? Google’s Frightgeist guide has ideas for everyone — from Dolly Parton to a stick of butter. See the top trending costumes for pairs, pets, a…
4 things to know from Manistee Housing Commission meeting
Manistee Housing Commission discussed a garage rehab, heat pumps and preparing a rental home for tenants following a November fire.
Causes of main Upper Peninsula wildfires confirmed as containment continues
The causes of the main Upper Peninsula wildfires were confirmed by the Michigan DNR over the weekend.
Michigan deer harvests by county: Which areas are leading this season?
Newaygo County is the leading county in deer harvests in Michigan as archery season completed its third weekend.
Planters is hiring 3 Peanutters to drive NUTmobile across US
A giant peanut on wheels, a year on the road and a paid job? Planters is hiring Peanutters for its 2027 NUTmobile tour. Drive the NUTmobile, make content and travel across America.
Mega Millions, Powerball jackpots top a combined $1 billion ahead of drawings
$1 billion in prizes are up for grabs between the Powerball and Mega Millions this week.
Armory Youth Project to host two Halloween youth events
Both events, AYP's Spooktacular Youth Party for students in grades 6-12 and a High School Hangout for high school students, will be held on Oct. 30.
Timber and Taxes workshop offered at WSCC Nov. 7
Workshop covers a range of topics including potential taxes on earnings from buying or selling timber, how to keep more money in your pocket and pay less in tax.
Portage Lake Garden Club elects officers for 2026-27
The Portage Lake Garden Club elected its 2026-27 officers during a Sept. 24 meeting at Camp Eden in Onekama.
CPSC warns against using 393,000 Power Quick Pot pressure cookers
Owners of certain Power Quick Pot pressure cookers should stop using them after 24 reports of hot contents bursting out, CPSC says. See which pressure cookers are affected and whe…
County brownfield hearing planned for 86 homes in Manistee Township
The proposed Manistee Township development includes 72 single-family homes and 14 four-bedroom duplexes, with some homes offered at reduced rent rates.
Tom Lounsbury: Michigan’s October hunting season offers choices, surprises and memories
October is a busy time for Tom Lounsbury with all that Michigan offers regarding hunting, including small game, waterfowl and deer.
United Way of the West Shore expands advocate network in Mason, Manistee counties
United Way of the West Shore is hiring as it expands school and older adult advocate services in Mason and Manistee counties.
Abdul El-Sayed takes affordability message to Midland town hall
Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed criticized the Trump administration’s economic and foreign policies, called for stronger support for people with disabilities and u…
Tell us: Which menu item will you miss the most?
Frostys? A baconator? Chili? Which Wendy's menu item will you miss the most?
Michigan high school football final scores from Friday, Oct. 16
Here's a look at the final scores from Week 8 football games played across Michigan Friday night, Oct. 16.
Over 18,000 deer harvested in the first two weeks of archery season
Here's the latest harvest totals across the state two weeks into archery season.
Canadian Pacific Holiday Train announces schedule, will pass through Michigan
The Canadian Pacific Holiday Train is expected to pass through southwest Michigan next month.
Clergy Social Security bill heads to Trump with opt-in chance
Trump has until Oct. 27 to act on the Clergy Act, which would let some clergy opt back into Social Security taxes.
Addictions, can they be overcome?
A local Latter-day Saint leader shares faith-based addiction recovery guidance, warning signs and reasons for hope and treatment.
US House bill would require AI disclaimers on campaign ads
Proposed U.S. House legislation would make campaigns disclose AI-generated visuals in ads as lawmakers confront election misinformation.
Manistee group to host film screening on young farm workers
“The Harvest” will be shown at a free Manistee event focused on young farm workers, local families and immigration issues.
Michigan changes northern pike limits, ends Otsego Lake spawning closure
Daily possession limit for northern pike was changed for Au Sable Lake, Clear Lake, Gibson Lake and Hanbury Lake.