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Sunday, October 25, 2026 at 10:31 AM

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Snowbirds monitor Hurricane Milton
Snowbirds monitor Hurricane Milton
Whether through damaged second homes, volunteering to rebuild lives or simply relating to the stresses placed on emergency responders, Leelanau County is not immune to the effects of two powerful hurricanes that barreled through Florida. 10/09/2024 05:51 PM
Energy Task Force provides 1-yr. report
Energy Task Force provides 1-yr. report
Just over a year ago, the Leelanau County Board of Commissioners appointed a 14-member body to advise the county on efficient, renewable energy. The board agreed that this group, called the Energy Futures Task Force (EFTF), should report back to them a year later. 10/09/2024 05:51 PM
Light pollution?
Light pollution?
To the editor: The Democrats on the BOC are prepping county taxpayers for another expensive and intrusive government crusade. This time they are defining a new enemy... 10/02/2024 06:25 PM
The collapse of Sudan
The collapse of Sudan
To the editor: 50 million people live in Sudan, Sub-Saharan Africa. Ten million people have been forced to flee from their homes. 10/02/2024 06:25 PM
Will tariffs help economy?
Will tariffs help economy?
To the editor: People go into business to make money. Businesses compete on quality and the price of their goods. 10/02/2024 06:25 PM
Correction:
Correction:
An article from the September 29 edition incorrectly referred to the local nonprofit Leelanau Energy as having involvement in the Northport wind turbine project. The for-profit organization “Leelanau Community Energy” is the correct organization that was involved with the project. 10/02/2024 06:25 PM
Bunek strong leader
Bunek strong leader
To the editor: Will Bunek has my vote for County Commissioner, District 3. I appreciate his willingness to serve again. 10/02/2024 06:25 PM
Support EMS/police millages
Support EMS/police millages
To the editor: I’m writing you as 45-year volunteer fireman and as a 33-year Leelanau Township Board Trustee. Someone is spreading misinformation that the Township Board is “slashing” the Emergency Services and Police Fund. 10/02/2024 06:25 PM
Support Wessell
Support Wessell
To the editor: We are writing to express our strong support for Ty Wessell in his reelection campaign for Leelanau County Commissioner, District 4. Ty has been an effective leader with an impressive record of achievements in working for all County residents. 10/02/2024 06:25 PM
Reelect Ross
Reelect Ross
To the editor: Reelect Kama Ross as District 5 county commissioner. Kama Ross has worked effectively and tirelessly with the bipartisan county commission to stay laser-focused on government responsibilities including financial management, a “Code of Conduct and Respect,” and departmental reorganizations to better serve our citizens. 10/02/2024 06:25 PM
Support for Ross
Support for Ross
To the editor: I am so grateful that I met Kama Ross soon after moving to Leelanau County in 2021. Kama has helped me find volunteer opportunities that match my interests and schedule, and introduced me to new friends and county resources. 10/02/2024 06:25 PM
Elect Conley
Elect Conley
To the editor: I can’t imagine a better Leelanau Township Supervisor candidate than Barbara Conley, M.D. wife, mother, grandmother and former academic oncologist. 10/02/2024 06:25 PM

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