Steven Debassige organized a Sunrise Ceremony and awareness walk in M’Chigeeng for the Moose Hide Campaign, honoring missing and murdered Indigenous women and engaging men to help end violence.

Expositor alumnus Diane Sims CM passed away after a life of resilient advocacy for MS, cancer, and accessibility. Her work spanning journalism, literature, and policy earned her the Order of Canada.

Cliff Jewell of Little Current had three paintings accepted into the Paint Ontario show, with one winning an award. He will also judge at the 47th La Cloche Art Show and join a tribute to Ivan Wheale.

Duncan Sinclair has organized the first Manitoulin Island Volunteer Firefighter Challenge on May 30. The Gore Bay arena event features intense drills, over $11,000 in prizes, and a food bank drive.

Billings and Tehkummah have ended their flooding states of emergency. However, Billings' Bridal Veil Falls trails remain closed due to severe trail, bridge, and township road damage.

Kagawong’s Old Mill Heritage Centre will open May 23-24 featuring a massive hockey exhibit. It includes local jerseys and photos alongside NHL memorabilia, such as autographed Bobby Orr and Sidney Crosby jerseys.

Assiginack Council passed a 2026 budget with a 6.9% tax hike. Mayor Reid stated the increase was necessary to maintain services like road plowing and the arena despite rising fuel and equipment costs.

The Little Current and District Fish and Game Club successfully harvested 80,000 walleye eggs despite flood damage at Bass Creek. They also provided fishing rods to local students and joined local cleanup efforts.