Audrey Boucher

Michigan

Multimedia Journalist at UpNorthLive

Multimedia journalist for @upnorthlive | CMU Alumni 🔥⬆️

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Articles

Local hero Duane E. Dewey's legacy enshrined at Cadillac VA Clinic dedication ceremony

3 days ago | upnorthlive.com | Audrey Boucher

The Veterans Affairs Clinic in Cadillac has been renamed to honor a local hero and Medal of Honor recipient, Duane E. Dewey. (WPBN)
State lawmaker seeks $15 million for Cadillac infrastructure improvements

3 days ago | upnorthlive.com | Audrey Boucher

TOPICS:CadillacInfrastructure$15 millionJoseph FoxPFASWexford CountyMunicipal waterLake Mitchell Sewer AuthorityWEXFORD COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- State Representative Joseph Fox (R-Fremont) is advocating for nearly $15 million to address infrastructure issues in the city of Cadillac.
Early morning fire destroys Lakewood Shores Golf Resort clubhouse

5 days ago | upnorthlive.com | Audrey Boucher

TOPICS:Lakewood ShoresGolf ResortClubhouseFireOscoda TownshipFire DepartmentInvestigationRuinsIOSCO COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- A fire ravaged the Lakewood Shores Golf Resort clubhouse early Wednesday morning, leaving the structure in ruins. According to the Oscoda Township Fire Department, the fire started around 4 a.m. "No staff were on site at the time," and it took crews nearly eight hours to fully extinguish the flames," Fire Chief Allen MacGregor said.
Kirtland Community College unveils new instrumentation lab for hands-on training

5 days ago | upnorthlive.com | Audrey Boucher

TOPICS:Kirtland Community CollegeInstrumentation labWorkforce developmentTechnical educationHands-on trainingTC EnergyElectrical departmentReal-world experienceKIRTLAND, Mich. — Kirtland Community College is expanding its workforce development and technical education programs with the launch of a new state-of-the-art instrumentation lab at the Kirtland Gaylord M-TEC’s electrical department.
Body of missing man found in Missaukee County after extensive search efforts

6 days ago | upnorthlive.com | Audrey Boucher

MISSAUKEE COUNTY, Mich. (WPBN/WGTU) — The body of 66-year-old Dale Fasking was discovered approximately one mile from the site where his RV had crashed and rolled over in Norwich Township, according to the Missaukee County Sheriff's Office. The search for Fasking, who had been missing since May 1, faced significant challenges due to the area's rough terrain and swampland. Missaukee County Sheriff Wil Yancer said his office received a report from a resident that found the man’s shoes.
Antrim County forms committee to address public safety center plan amid voter opposition

6 days ago | upnorthlive.com | Audrey Boucher

ANTRIM COUNTY, Mich. — Antrim County has established a committee to explore new strategies for constructing a proposed public safety center. Officials have emphasized the necessity of the new center to replace the current 70-year-old jail and to centralize the sheriff's office. Last November, a bond proposal for the construction millage of the public safety center was narrowly defeated by 223 votes. In an effort to advance the project, the county sought to issue bonds not backed by a millage.
Ausable River Queen owners petition to rebuild at FooteSite Park

1 week ago | upnorthlive.com | Audrey Boucher

IOSCO COUNTY, Mich. (WPBN/WGTU) — The owners of the Ausable River Queen have launched a petition urging Oscoda Township to allow them to rebuild the vessel at FooteSite Park. The River Queen has been parked in the lot since being pulled from FooteSite Pond in March. Despite a township order to remove the boat two weeks after its removal from the river, it remains on site. Laurie Rice, owner of the Ausable River Queen, explained the challenges they face if forced to relocate the repair work.
Michigan lawmaker seeks $15 million for Cadillac infrastructure improvements

1 week ago | upnorthlive.com | Audrey Boucher

WEXFORD COUNTY, Mich. (WPBN/WGTU) — A Michigan lawmaker has requested nearly $15 million to support infrastructure improvements in Cadillac, focusing on failing culverts and other critical needs. Representative Joseph Fox has proposed that $2 million of the funding be allocated to repair culverts near Wexford Jewelers. The owner of Wexford Jewelers said the funding would replace two culverts in the parking lot adjacent to his business, which have caused several large holes to appear.
Michigan National Guard hosts students for hands-on experience at Camp Grayling

1 week ago | upnorthlive.com | Audrey Boucher
Michigan DNR to lower Big Creek Impoundment water levels due to dam issues

1 week ago | upnorthlive.com | Audrey Boucher

GRAYLING, Mich. (WPBN/WGTU) — The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced plans to lower water levels at the Big Creek Impoundment in Crawford County following the discovery of structural issues. A routine inspection revealed a crack and movement in the dam, prompting the decision. The 97-acre impoundment, located on the Middle Branch of Big Creek, a tributary of the North Branch of the Au Sable River, is surrounded by state-managed land.