Michael Livingston
Michael Livingston reported for IPR from the Tip of the Mitt, mainly covering Cheboygan, Charlevoix, Emmet and Otsego counties, from 2022 to 2025.
His position was a partnership with Report for America, a national service project that helps staff newsrooms across the country. His stories also appeared in the Traverse City Record-Eagle.
A recent graduate from Central Michigan University where he earned a degree in journalism and international relations, Michael brings experience in both print and broadcast reporting.
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Rock hunting holds a special place in Joyce Fetrow’s heart. Years ago, she battled alcoholism that drove her to some dark places. Now, Joyce dedicates her life to helping others find recovery, and says rocks remind her of that journey and inspire her to keep on track with her sobriety. -
A conservation group is continues its decade-long program to clean the Au Sable River while also teaching troubled kids to value the pristine waters — through fly fishing. -
A conservation group continues a decade-long program to clean the river — while also teaching troubled kids to value the pristine waters. -
Three or more related cases have been confirmed in the county, making this an outbreak. The first case since 2019 was spotted there only last week.
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The heat combined with possible thunderstorms on Friday and Saturday will make for what forecasters are calling a “wet blanket effect.” -
The disease causes high fevers, open sores and can lead to other health issues like pneumonia, blindness and brain swelling.
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In Elk Rapids, Charlevoix and Petoskey protesters carried signs and gathered in high traffic areas. Thousands gathered in Traverse City. -
Officials said the faculty members are not currently employed by Interlochen. At least one person who’s being investigated is dead. -
Earlier this year, the Family Assessment and Safety Team team was advertised as 24/7. Now, teams are available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. -
The group hopes the documents will reveal more about how a new weapons manufacturing plant in Grayling will impact natural areas and the Au Sable River watershed.
