Michigan law requires local governments to inform their citizenry through public notices published in newspapers of record for their communities. These notices provide residents with an easy path for following the work of their elected officials. More...

State Champions.  The Leland boys soccer team has waited a long time to hear these words, but the Comets turned the first appearance to the state championship match into a state title with a 1-0 win over Ann Arbor Greenhills at Comstock Park.&nb More...

Leland runs past Hillman   After taking the state championship in soccer, the Leland volleyball team has a little extra spark.  Leland ran past Hillman Tuesday in straight sets by scores of 25-9, 25-14 and 25-12. More...

Suttons Bay finished its season in a tough matchup. In a close game, the Norsemen fell to Pickford, 48-42 in the regional final of the MHSAA playoffs. More...

With the busy summer visitor season long gone and the fall “shoulder season” winding down, some local employers are now looking to staff up for winter holiday shopping. More...

Name: Jennifer Carlson  Town: Leland  Resident of county since: 30 years  Age and birthplace: 56, Battle Creek   More...

This week’s colorful dish comes from Anderson’s Market and features spices from across the ocean. This burst of flavorful chicken will surely broaden your pallet. Anderson’s Market is located in Glen Arbor. More...

There are open meeting violations and there are open meeting violations.  We’ve learned of three questionable activities during or leading up to public meetings. More...

“That’s why I’m down there.”  — Just-appointed Northport harbor master Susan Holtz, when asked if part of her drive to maintain high standards at the marina relates to the death of her husband. More...

A 35-year-old Lake Leelanau man could serve up to 15 years in prison in connection with his drug-related arrest last summer. Circuit Court Judge Kevin A. Elsenheimer sentenced Jacob O. Schaub Tuesday to 16 to 180 months in state prison. More...

Steven J. Skoczylas, 67, of 4546 S. Shepardsville Rd., St. John’s — Failed to appear for arraignment, possession of marijuana; bond forfeited; bench warrant issued.  Alexander E. More...

Kathy L Semeyn, 63, of 9770 E Valley Hills Dr., Traverse City — Failed to yield to oncoming traffic — $130 fines and costs.  Andrew McHugh III, 22, of 1300 E Ann St., Ann Arbor — Speeding 65 in 55 mph zone, reduced from 65 &mda More...