Next week, Consumers Energy will conduct tests of emergency sirens near hydroelectric dams on the Muskegon and Manistee rivers. The public is advised that no action is required.

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is asking hunters in the northeast Lower Peninsula to submit deer heads for free bovine tuberculosis testing as the disease impacts local herds.

Defendants all have upcoming hearings scheduled.

Consumers Energy and Confluence Hydro are set to hold community meetings in mid December to discuss the sale of 13 Michigan dams and the future of dams on the Manistee and Muskegon rivers.

The Michigan Department of Transportation awarded $3.9 million in grants to 11 agencies to support local road rebuilding projects, enhance infrastructure, and boost economic growth.

All existing December passport appointments will be honored.

Downtown Gaylord will host the inaugural Light the Night Christmas Celebration on Dec. 13, featuring an artisan market, a Santa Parade, and a Christmas tree lighting ceremony.

A Newaygo County man won a $1 million prize in the Michigan Lottery Super Raffle with a ticket bought at Party World, a retailer known for selling significant winning tickets.

Check out this week's featured educator!

A spaghetti dinner, silent auction, and bake sale will take place from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Dec. 13.

Cortney Bartholomew and Bradly Bartholomew have been charged in the case of Rebecca Park, who disappeared on Nov. 3 from her mother's residence in Boon Township.

Peninsula Township officials are assessing a new federal lawsuit from local wineries after a zoning violation notice was issued.

With heavy snowfall accumulation across the area, resorts and ski hills are capitalizing on early openings.

A man was found dead on Lake Huron shoreline in Ocqueoc Township in November. Michigan State Police seek the public's help for identification.

The 20-member chamber choir, based in Northern Michigan and open to singers by audition, will present a mix of a cappella and accompanied music.