FFA students from Standish-Sterling, Ogemaw Heights, Whittemore-Prescott, Alcona and Alpena competed in district contests at Standish-Sterling Feb. 6. more

Children in the Arenac County communities braved the cold weather in search of candy and fun on Halloween, all while wearing a variety of colorful costumes. more

STANDISH — The Standish Historical Depot hosted the annual Depot Days festival Oct. 6-7, with rides, musical performances, concessions, and a slew of historical documentation. more

Au Gres-Sims named Tyler Wilcox and Alissa Swartz as 2012 homecoming king and queen. more

Volleyball Au Gres@ Mio Fairview@ Posen more

Updated Oct. 30, 3:41 p.m.  Au GRES — The Au Gres IGA store abruptly closed its doors Oct. 24, seemingly permanently. more

Updated Sept. 25, at 7:24 p.m.
OGEMAW COUNTY — West Nile virus has claimed the life of a 65-year-old Ogemaw County man. more

STANDISH TWP. — The Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe has announced plans to expand the Saganing Eagles Landing Casino, which is tentatively planned to add hotel rooms, table games, and dining options. more

Au GRES — The Arenac Community Fund held its annual fundraising auction Dec. 6 at Dunleavy’s Eatery & Pub, auctioning off a wide variety of items and giving out grants to several local groups. more

STANDISH — Kids from all over the area came to celebrate Kids Day in Standish Dec. 8, making crafts and local businesses after eating breakfast with Santa Claus at St. Mary’s of Michigan Standish Hospital. more