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New and returning TV shows to watch in October 2026
Looking for what to watch in October 2026? Browse the full list of new series and returning favorites across TV and streaming.
League of Women Voters Manistee County honors 3 longtime board members
League of Women Voters Manistee County recognized three longtime board members after their resignations from the board.
Pocket park proposed for 9th Street in Manistee
Manistee City Council will hold a public hearing to receive input regarding a proposal to use a city-owned parcel on Ninth Street as a recreational space for the public.
Extra Powerball ticket turns into $250,000 prize for Isabella County man
A Michigan man won $250,000 after a clerk accidentally printed an extra Powerball ticket and he decided to keep both.
Some Michigan residents can claim compensation for inflated generic drug prices
Some Michigan residents could receive compensation for certain generic drug purchases, here's who could be eligible.
Michigan launches new Lake Michigan research vessel
A new Michigan DNR Lake Michigan fisheries research vessel was recently christened, and it will be in operation soon.
GOP Sen. Mike Lee objects as Kennedy Center anti-demolition bill hits setback
A bill protecting the Kennedy Center, Lincoln Memorial and Jefferson Memorial from demolition faces delays after a Senate objection.
Gifted Detroit Tigers scratch-off ticket brings Genesee County woman $500,000 prize
A Michigan woman who never played the lottery won $500,000 after a family member scratched her gifted Detroit Tigers ticket.
Smith-Barton in Colossal Youth Athlete of the Year quarterfinals
"She's overcome all of that, and I'm very proud of her."
Keck, Pratt vying for Manistee City Council 5th District seat
While four Manistee City Council seats will be on the ballot Nov. 3, only one seat is contested.
Meet Paul Cunningham, a Community Champion nominee
Nominate a 2026 Manistee News Advocate Community Champion and learn about nominee Paul Cunningham.
Billion Dollar Boondoggle Act heads to Trump’s desk after House passage
Congress could get public reports on delayed, over-budget government projects if Trump signs the Billion Dollar Boondoggle Act.
McDonald’s Monopoly game returns Oct. 6 with app-based play and $1 million prize
McDonald’s Monopoly returns in October bringing back peel-off game pieces, app play and prizes that include free food and $1 million.
Tick disease bill heads to Trump, could extend Kay Hagan Act through 2030
The Senate has sent Trump a bill to renew the Kay Hagan Tick Act through 2030, extending authority to fund tick disease efforts.
Free Soil farm to host hayride, costume contest for people with disabilities
Circle Rocking S Children’s Farm in Free Soil will host a hayride, potluck and costume contest Oct. 6 for people with disabilities.
16-year-old Amish boy dies after farm accident in Michigan’s Thumb
An Amish teen was killed after a horse-drawn wagon overturned in Michigan. Here’s what authorities say.
First Renaissance fair at St. Ambrose Cellars set for Oct. 10
After last year’s sword-fighting tournament sold out in about two days, the Historic Weapons Guild of Traverse City is returning with two tournaments.
Grand Rapids and Allen Park chefs shine on Hell’s Kitchen debut
Two Michigan chefs won praise from Gordon Ramsay after earning perfect scores in the Hell’s Kitchen Season 25 premiere.
Bill would block demolition of Kennedy Center and other presidential memorials
A new House bill would stop demolition of the Kennedy Center and other presidential memorials without approval from Congress.
Michigan woman turns grocery trip to Midland Meijer into $1 million lottery win
A Van Buren County woman won $1 million on a Michigan Lottery scratch-off bought at a Midland Meijer.
Wyoming man gets 11 years for fentanyl, carfentanil stash found after shooting
What investigators found under a West Michigan man’s bed after a shooting call helped send him to federal prison for 11 years.
Manistee housing director reports progress after six months
“You will never be successful if you hide things."
6 questions from Manistee Regional Fire Initiative meeting
Manistee Regional Fire Initiative steering committee members answered more than 50 questions from members of the public during an informational meeting at Stronach Township Hall.
Southeast Michigan parent arrested after toddler found with loaded gun at day care
A parent is under arrest after a toddler was found with a loaded gun at a Michigan day care. Here’s what police say happened.
Mason-Lake Conservation District hosting fall macroinvertebrate sampling
Volunteers can expect a brief training each sampling day, which runs from 9 a.m. to approximately 3 p.m. Volunteers may help for the full day or assist at a single site.
Munson Healthcare renews support for rural street medicine program
Medical care for the Street Medicine program is provided through a partnership with the Munson Family Medicine Residency Program.
Senate bill would cap political appointee pay at congressional salaries
A Senate bill from Sen. Bill Cassidy would limit political appointee pay to congressional salaries, though the exact cap is unclear.
Bill introduced to increase penalties for poaching sturgeon in Michigan
A new Michigan bill has been introduced aimed at increasing penalties for poaching sturgeon. Here's what it would increase.
Michigan warns $10.1 million in home heating credits is still unclaimed
More than 54,000 Michigan households have not redeemed Home Heating Credit funds, and eligible residents can still apply by Sept. 30.
Daylight saving time 2026: When clocks fall back in November
The November clock change is approaching, but could this be the last time Americans turn their clocks back? Here’s what to know.