Story and photos by Thomas Reznich tom.reznich@houghtonlakeresorter.com
The frigid north wind that has been pounding Roscommon County for the last week has proved too much for many ice fishermen to brave, but coupled with recent snows, it made for perfect conditions for kite skiing on Houghton Lake Monday, as skiers Bil More...
Volunteers at Jimmy’s Collision at Houghton Lake pose with a totally refurbished 1970 Sno Coupe snowmobile they and others have been working on for over a year, which will be raffled off at Tip- More...
Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land Wednesday warned consumers about a new online scam in which thieves create a web site in the name of an unsuspecting legitimate auto dealer to trick people into thinking they’re buying a repossessed vehicle. More...
Two snowmobilers suffered minor injuries in a collision on West Nestle Road, one-quarter mile west of Towerhill Road in Roscommon Township, New Year’s Eve. More...
Jerry Lynn Wilcox, 67, Prudenville, died Jan. 6, 2010, at his daughter’s home, with his family by his side. A memorial service will be held Saturday, Jan. 16, at 2 p.m. at Christler Funeral Home, Houghton Lake Chapel, with the Rev. More...
Frank G. Szedely, 80, Houghton Lake, died Jan. 8, 2010, in Roseville. Kaul Funeral Home, 27830 Gratiot Ave., Roseville, handled arrangements. A service was held there Jan. 11. More...
Prudenville resident Lilian A. Radassi, 82, died Jan. 8, 2010, with her family by her side. A service was held Jan. 11 at Christler Funeral Home, Prudenville Chapel. More...
The economic carrot dangled by the Obama Administration of up to $250,000 in federal Recovery Act grant money to Houghton Lake Community Schools and enabled by legislation signed by Gov. More...
Evangelist Oral Roberts in 1987 famously told his television viewers God was going to “call him home” if they did not send in enough donations to meet the needs of his ministry. More...
As of early this week it appeared as though Tip-up Town would have to draft a couple of candidates for the 60th Anniversary Mayor and Marshal, which would be a first for the oldest carnival on ice in Michigan. More...
When planning a winter trip to cross-country ski or snowmobile, the necessary requirements for a top destination include decent snow, accessibility to a network of trails and some sort of cozy lodging. More...
The Department of Natural Resources has announced that 2010 Michigan State Park Motor Vehicle Permits are on sale for the same price as in 2009. More...
Australia’s Harper, a fiery artist who blurs the lines between rock, blues, soul and world music, will appear at Forest Dunes Golf Club, Roscommon, Sunday at 5 p.m. during “Blues, Brews and BBQ.” More...
Randy Seymour (left), Chemical Bank Community Bank President, and Andrea Weiss, manager of Chemical’s Roscommon Branch, present a $750 corporate donation to Roscommon County United Way Executive More...
The Roscommon County Animal Shelter is holding a low-cost rabies and immunization clinic Sunday at Detmer’s Feed & Seed, Houghton Lake. The clinic runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and microchipping will also be offered. More...
By Cheryl Holladay cheryl.holladay @houghtonlakeresorter.com
Houghton Lake Board of Education members Monday took a step forward in President Obama’s “Race to the Top.” The board approved a resolution to sign a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that will put the district in the running for More...
Tip-up Town, U.S.A., is kicking off its 60th anniversary winter carnival Saturday at 7 p.m. at Houghton Lake High School, and so far, there is one set of mayor and marshal candidates. More...
A 52-year-old Higgins Lake man was arrested Jan. 4 for leaving the scene of a property damage accident and operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, according to a State Police report. More...
After tying the game at the half, Houghton Lake hit their stride in the second half to pull out a 40-35 win against visiting Grayling Tuesday night. More...
With Michigan at 14.7% unemployment and Roscommon County’s unemployment rate even higher, it is with deep regret that we lose another employer–Camp Nokomis. More...
After reading the article about the Roscommon County Road Commission’s budget in last week’s Resorter, I hope that all the commissioners take a ride down Old 27 from M-55 north to at least Co. Rd. More...
A benefit dinner will be held for the family of Carrie Withun, who died Jan. 1, 2010. Bunkers Restaurant will host the spaghetti dinner Jan. 10 from 5 to 7 p.m. A silent auction, 50/50 raffle and bake sale will be included in the event. More...
Houghton Lake United Methodist Church organist Lorna West plays the church’s new Johannus organ prior to the packed Christmas Eve service. “It’s an organist’s dream,” she said. More...
A beef stroganoff dinner is scheduled for Jan. 13 at Messiah Lutheran Church, Roscommon. The menu will consist of beef stroganoff homemade desserts, coffeee and tea. Carry-outs are available. More...
Twenty people who serve on boards of education in Roscommon County are among 4,100 being recognized statewide during School Board Recognition Month. More...
Kirtland Community College and Hanson Hills Recreation Area in Grayling have teamed together to offer a “very cool” class this winter. For six weeks starting Jan. More...
Kirtland Community College will host an information meeting Feb. 4 on its main campus near Roscommon to help anyone interested in radiography learn more about the field. More...
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