“Please fasten your seatbelts; we’re set for take-off.” As I heard those words, anxiety rushed through my body. I have never flown and flying alone my first time, didn’t set my mind … more

Monday night at the informational and planning session for those opposing the Gitmo to Standish Max transfer, it was announced that for an upcoming protest, outside groups were contacted about coming … more

Labor Day weekend in Northern Michigan is only days away, and many of us will engage in traditional Labor Day activities—getting out on the water, barbecuing, and waiting in traffic. more

These days, children are learning at a young age that drugs are bad — they skew judgment, they’re addictive, and basically, they can ruin your life. ... more

Eleven businesses in Arenac County recently made a major mistake. There’s no doubt about it. more

At the Board of Education meeting on Monday, a Spanish/geography teacher supposedly had to be hired to ensure that students can get a well-rounded education, and as was also pointed out, the class of … more

Since almost the day we got married three years ago, my wife, Kay, and I have been asked approximately 2,482,042,403 times, “So, when are you going to have a baby?” more

Governor Rick Snyder signed a teacher tenure reform into law Tuesday, July 19, making some much needed changes to Michigan’s education system. more

Award winning actor and apparent Hollywood nut Danny Glover recently made a fool of himself by claiming that global warming caused the recent earthquake in Haiti, giving more reason to believe that there’s something in the water out in Southern California. more

The Christmas shopping season is upon us, and I’m sure many people are stuck in the same quandary I am: what gifts to buy for people. There are always some who aren’t shy about telling … more