ARENAC COUNTY — Despite Christmas travel, there were only 12 accidents reported on Christmas Eve, Christmas and the ensuing weekend. Sheriff James Mosciski said the combination of roads that … more

DEEP RIVER TWP. — Children from Deep River Township and all across Arenac County may have to opportunity to enjoy new, state-of-the-art, playground equipment in the near future. more

ARENAC COUNTY — County voters will decide during the Aug. 3 primary election whether or not to approve a fixed millage proposal that could raise approximately $3.5 million. At its May 25 … more

STERLING — The Sterling Area Health Center (SAHC), a not-for-profit physician’s clinic, is inviting the public to come in and take a look at its new, larger patient waiting room, additional exam … more

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TWINING — Improvements to the Twining sewer system are expected to begin some time this fall. more

ARENAC COUNTY — Repairs on the bridge on southbound US-23, which connects to I-75, began on Monday. According to the Michigan Department of Transportation, the repair work includes heat … more

OMER — From June 29 to July 31 Arenac County 4-H will be hosting its annual Cloverbud Day Camp at the Omer Community Building. According to Coralee Haas, 4-H Volunteer Leader and coordinator of … more

ARENAC COUNTY — Although out-of-towners crowded the county this Independence Day weekend, Arenac County Undersheriff Don McIntyre says that while there was an increase in traffic stops, the weekend … more