More people are visiting Manistee’s pier and beaches this winter. Public safety officials are warning visitors of hidden coastal dangers.

A proposed Starbucks at 200 E. Parkdale Ave. awaits approval with an opening expected by end of summer if permits are granted.

Manistee County is known all over the world for its amazing fly fishing lakes, rivers and streams. So it’s fitting the International Fly Fishing Film Festival returns to Manistee on March 1-2.

Community leaders spoke about efforts in the nonprofit sector, health care, education, housing, tourism, and government and economy during the program.

Seven extraordinary films. Two days. One legendary fishing destination. The International Fly Fishing Film Festival lands in Manistee County March 1-2, just as the steelhead start their spring run.

In 1925, the Manistee basketball team was set to play undefeated Reed City, a much-anticpated event that was expected to draw ...