First Presbyterian Church of Forest Lake Youth Group members (from left) Margaret Boberski, Anna Jasper and Beckett Gore work to remove the siding from the Metro Park concession stand June 9. The ...

By Cheryl Holladay Following Lyon Township’s May 21 decision to dissolve the Gerrish Lyon Utility Authority, the GLUA board June 10 began the dissolution process. The board did not agree on many ...

James Saver “Jim” Mrdutt Sr., 76, Prudenville, died June 8, 2025, at home. In accordance with his wishes, cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date.

Floyd Dee Wallington, 88, Houghton Lake, died June 13, 2025, at MyMichigan Medical Center, West Branch. A memorial service will be held Friday, June 20, at 11 a.m., at Merritt-Butterfield Community ...

Brian Scott Davis, 42, Houghton Lake, died June 9, 2025, at Munson Medical Center, Traverse City. A service was held June 17 at Christler Funeral Home, Houghton Lake Chapel. Memorial contributions may ...

Former Skip’s Lounge owner Sigmund Joseph “Skip” Sliwa, 83, Houghton Lake, died June 15, 2025, at home, with his family at his side. At his request, no services will be conducted. Interment will be in ...

By Cheryl Holladay The Houghton Lake Community Schools Board of Education Monday approved two-year contracts for the Houghton Lake Education Association (HLEA) and Houghton Lake Educational Support ...

Houghton Lake Community Schools will host commencement exercises this weekend. This year’s Houghton Lake High School Class of 2025 boasts four valedictorians and two salutatorians. The graduation ...

By Melinda Myers Sunflowers are one of those happy plants many gardeners can’t resist planting. Kids love to watch the plants reach for the sky and everyone enjoys all the visitors. You are likely to ...

Sixth grader Blaine Wheeler relishes the color as he passes by (left to right) Braylin Barnes, Addy Lewis and Madyson Bovay. By Cheryl Holladay Interact members, under the umbrella of Houghton Lake ...

Roscommon Rotarian Tom O’Brien (left) and Roscommon Council President Mike Miller, along with Village of Roscommon Manager Ron Alden (hidden) unveil the new Kirtland’s warbler sculpture, located on ...

A MEDALHoughton Lake freshman Julia Sergeant runs toward the pole vault pit as she makes an attempt at the Division 3 State Track Finals Saturday at Kent City High School. Sergeant, who holds the high ...