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06-08-2025
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Cheboygan's Diabolical wins boat division at annual salmon fishing tournament
CHEBOYGAN — Cheboygan hosted the 28th Cheboygan Salmon Fishing Tournament on Saturday, Aug. 2. The 28th annual tournament saw anglers head out at 6 a.m. They made their return to shore for the weigh-in, which started at about 3 p.m. CHEBOYGAN FOOTBALL SCHEDULE: Tough league games, return to CMU highlight Cheboygan Chiefs 2025 football schedule VOTE FOR BEST SPORTS PHOTO: What was the best Cheboygan Daily Tribune high school sports photo from 2024-25? Winning this year's boat division competition was Diabolical, which recorded 77.01 total pounds. Captained by Jack France, the Cheboygan boat beat out Indian River's Diabolical (62.17), captained by Mark McClutchey. Here's a look at the results from Saturday's event. 2025 Cheboygan Salmon Tournament Results BOAT DIVISION Captain, Boat, City, Weight (Pounds) 1. Jack France, Diabolical, Cheboygan, 77.01 2. Mark McClutchey, Diabolical, Indian River, 62.17 3. Don St. John, Play Time, Manistee 58.32 4. Tammy Dobrowolski, Kingfisher II, Cheboygan, 55.26 5. Jimmy Spencer, Water Tractor II, Harbor Springs, 54.96 6. Sean Collins, Catch 22, Kewadin, 50.76 7. Don Solomonson, Fishy Business, Cedarville, 50.59 8. Dylan Orr, Carmilou, Presque Isle, 48.90 9. Robert Duffiney, Ausseas Troller, Cheboygan, 48.77 10. Josh Larsen, Island Bender, Pierson, 46.64 11. Luke Wizauer, Rxcuse, Sault Ste. Marie, 44.44 12. Jeff Tucholski, Gator Bait, Presque Isle, 43.88 13. Bill Price, Bulldogger, Mackinaw City, 42.95 14. Jon Kennedy, Fish Mafia, Indian River, 42.67 15. Jeff Mouch, Cranky, McTamora, 40.96 Largest Salmon 1. Jeff Mouch, Cranky, McTomora, 17.10 2. Bill Price, Bulldogger, Mackinaw City, 16.77 3. Todd Proctor, Wasted Seaman, Cheboygan, 15.64 4. Tammy Dobrowolski, Kingfisher II, Cheboygan, 13.31 5. Don St. John, Play Time, Manistee, 12.57 Largest Steelhead Jeremy Marsh, Hell on Reels, Port Huron, 6.01 Largest Laketrout Jack France, Diabolical, Pierson, 16.13 Largest Atlantic Doug Blaskowski, Crankin Balls II, Brutus, 5.09 Mystery Weight (6.20) Joe Duncan, LCI, Cedarville, 7.78 (7.77 was mystery weight) Largest Walleye Joe Mellon, Lucy, Harbor Springs, 7.15 Largest Walleye Cooler Tyler Smith, Smith's Custom Jigs, Cheboygan, 26.73 Contact sports editor Jared Greenleaf at jgreenleaf@ Follow him on X, formerly known as Twitter @sportsCDT This article originally appeared on Cheboygan Daily Tribune: Official results for 2025 Cheboygan Salmon fishing tournament
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01-07-2025
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Who was the best girls track and field athlete in the Cheboygan area for 2025? Vote here!
CHEBOYGAN – Track and field season is over, but it's not too late to acknowledge some of the best athletes in the Cheboygan area from this past spring. With track season now complete, here's a chance to vote on who you think was the top high school girls athlete in the area during the 2025 campaign. Advertisement TESSA LAKE: Daily Tribune softball player of the year Tessa Lake delivered all-around consistency SEAN POSTULA: Postula earns all-state baseball honorable mention nod; Chiefs make all-NSC teams ALL-AREA SOFTBALL TEAM: Here's who made the Cheboygan Daily Tribune's 2025 all-area softball dream team The poll opens on Monday morning and closes at 11 p.m. on Wednesday. Here's a look at the nominees: Joyce Ormsbee, Cheboygan – It was an impressive senior season for Ormsbee, who qualified for the state finals with a second-place finish in the shot put. She also earned second in the shot put and fourth in the discus at the Northern Shores Conference meet. Advertisement Estella Redding, Cheboygan – Broke out with a strong freshman campaign, taking third in the 400 at regional. She also placed fourth in the same event at the NSC meet. Mary Myshock, Inland Lakes – Captured a regional title in the 100 hurdles and was a pivotal leg in the Bulldogs' state-qualifying 4X100 and 4X200 relay teams. Chloe Robinson, Inland Lakes – Had a big season in the high jump, qualifying for state by taking second at regional, while also winning the Ski Valley title in the same event. Robinson was one of the key legs in I-L's 4X100 and 4X200 relay teams. Kaylee Taglauer, Inland Lakes – Established herself as one of the fastest athletes in the area, finishing second in the 200 at the regional and Ski Valley meets. She was also a member of the 4X100 and 4X200 relay teams that qualified for state. Advertisement Elizabeth Furman, Inland Lakes – Finished as the best distance runner in the Cheboygan area, winning a regional title in the 1600 and a Ski Valley crown in the 3200. Maya Shimel, Onaway – Recorded a solid freshman season in the hurdle events, which featured third-place finishes in the 300 hurdles at the regional and Ski Valley finals. Inland Lakes 1600-meter regional champion Elizabeth Furman is one of the nominees for the Cheboygan area's top girls track and field athlete during the 2025 season. Contact sports editor Jared Greenleaf at jgreenleaf@ Follow him on X, formerly known as Twitter @sportsCDT This article originally appeared on Cheboygan Daily Tribune: Vote for Cheboygan area's top 2025 girls track and field athlete
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01-07-2025
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With Micoff instructing, Cheboygan women's golf clinic receives impressive turnout
CHEBOYGAN – Indian River's Jon Micoff has been holding golf clinics in Cheboygan for many years. When the Cheboygan Golf & Country Club hosted the first-ever Northern Michigan Women's Open a year ago, he noticed something. Advertisement 'It seemed like last year there was a lot of interest in women's golf,' Micoff said. 'I just wanted to kind of provide them something and get them going in the right direction.' LAKE IS SOFTBALL POY: Daily Tribune softball player of the year Tessa Lake delivered all-around consistency 2025 ALL-AREA SOFTBALL TEAM: Here's who made the Cheboygan Daily Tribune's 2025 all-area softball dream team With the help of those in charge of Cheboygan Golf & Country Club and women's players in the area, Micoff conducted a women's golf clinic over the past few weeks. Last Friday, Micoff held the final session of the clinic, which focused on putting and golf etiquette, as he worked with and instructed golfers on the practice greens. Advertisement 'It's been fun,' Micoff said. 'We've had (female participants) from, 'This is my first golf experience, period', or 'I've played the last 30 years with my husband on Wednesdays forever'. There's a wide range of golfers as far as skill level and experience. It's not really been challenging, you just work with them one by one, each case is each case.' Cheboygan-area women's golfers look on at four-time Northern Michigan Open champion Jon Micoff, who goes through putting instructions at a women's golf clinic held at the Cheboygan Golf & Country Club on Friday, June 27. While the course was closed to local golfers on Friday because of poor weather conditions in recent days, thankfully Micoff and those present got in one more productive session on the practice green. From the beginning until Friday's final evening, Micoff instructed players on different facets of the game, including irons, driving, chipping, putting and club grip. Advertisement For the four-time N.M. Open champion, it was a great experience from the start. 'Just seeing whoever you're working with find some enjoyment and seeing them have some success and be happy – that makes me feel good,' Micoff said. 'A lot of ladies come to this clinic, they can't chip very well or they're not hitting their irons, so if I can straighten them out a little bit and get them going, and they experience excitement or they're just happy that stuff's going good, and that makes me feel good. 'You can see a lot of improvement with a lot of them, not as much with some of them, but not everybody is at the same speed. The more they play and the more they think about the things we talk about during these sessions, the better they're going to get.' Cheboygan-area women's golfers go through a putting drill while instructor Jon Micoff looks on during the final session of a women's golf clinic at the Cheboygan Golf & Country Club on Friday, June 27. Though Friday's turnout wasn't as big as previous sessions, the clinic saw at least 30 women who have participated since it began. With the success of the women's clinic, Micoff said he hopes to conduct another one this summer, in addition to other clinics he'll be hosting. Advertisement BEST GIRLS TRACK ATHLETE? VOTE HERE: Who was the best girls track and field athlete in the Cheboygan area for 2025? Vote here! For someone in his 13th year of holding golf clinics in Cheboygan, Micoff's always been a fan of giving back to the golf community. 'It's food for your soul,' Micoff said. 'There's a lot of enjoyment on my part seeing them improve and get better, and hit a golf shot and smile. I can't thank (Cheboygan Golf & Country Club manager Olwyn Hancock) and Tara (Vancil) enough for their help. They've been huge in getting the word out there that these clinics are going on. They're a big part of this.' Contact sports editor Jared Greenleaf at jgreenleaf@ Follow him on X, formerly known as Twitter @sportsCDT This article originally appeared on Cheboygan Daily Tribune: Indian River's Jon Micoff holds women's golf clinic in Cheboygan
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12-06-2025
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This Cheboygan Realtor is helping feed families — and getting noticed
Roger Kopernik, broker and owner of Exit Realty Premier in Cheboygan, has been honored with the 2025 Good Neighbor Award by the Water Wonderland Board of Realtors. The award recognizes Realtors who have shown exceptional commitment to community service, according to a community announcement. Kopernik was selected for his dedication to The Salvation Army of Cheboygan. For the past decade, he has led Exit Realty Premier's annual food drive, raising funds and collecting donations to ensure local families have access to essential food supplies. This year, Kopernik doubled his financial contribution, further demonstrating his commitment to fighting food insecurity. How to submit your community announcements for the Cheboygan Daily Tribune "The advocacy and support we've received from Roger have been nothing short of amazing," said Natalie MacClugage, business manager of The Salvation Army of Cheboygan County. "Whether raising awareness for our programs or assisting with Emergency Disaster Services during the Northern Michigan ice storm, he is always willing to help. Roger truly cares for our community, and we appreciate him more than he'll ever know." As the award recipient, Kopernik will receive a $500 grant to donate to the charity of his choice. This story was created by Janis Reeser, jreeser@ with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at or share your thoughts at with our News Automation and AI team. This article originally appeared on Cheboygan Daily Tribune: Cheboygan Realtor recognized for years of giving back to neighbors
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17-04-2025
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Earth Week Plus expo to take place on April 26 at Cheboygan library
CHEBOYGAN — Earth Week Plus will present a public expo on Saturday, April 26. According to a community announcement, the expo will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Cheboygan Area Public Library, 100 S. Bailey St. in Cheboygan. The event aims to promote conservation and environmental awareness. Subscribe: Check out our subscription offers. The event is free and suitable for all ages. More than 50 exhibitors will provide information about environmental issues. Attendees will be able to see the 'vampires of the Great Lakes,' the sea lamprey, and learn about their impact on fish populations. Live amphibians, turtles and chickens will also be on display. Tour of Emmet County Recycling Center planned for Earth Day Children can also choose a free book and participate in various Make and Take projects, including making bird feeders, planting seeds, painting rocks, creating worm bins and engaging in nature art activities. A game matching birds to nests will be available as well. Additionally, attendees can bring E-Waste for recycling, including computers, cables, small appliances and batteries. This recycling will also occur from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m on April 26. For more details, go to This story was created by Janis Reeser, jreeser@ with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at or share your thoughts at with our News Automation and AI team. This article originally appeared on Cheboygan Daily Tribune: Earth Week Plus expo to take place on April 26, 2025 at Cheboygan library
