Lanes are in place for a reason Editor, I use US-23 quite frequently, as most probably do, and I was really excited when the state put in the “well marked” passing lanes. It only makes … more

Who’s the most recognizable person on television? Barack Obama? Wrong. Peyton Manning? Nope. Oprah? Close. I’ll give you a clue. The capital letters mean he’s yelling. And by … more

Well, all I can say about my New Year’s resolution is, so far so good. more

I was proud of the people of Arenac County and Standish for the way people fought for friends and family members employed at Standish Max. But with Pennsylvania’s decision coming at the end of what … more

In the Feb. 25 edition of the Arenac County Independent, a notice said a budget meeting would be held at the Arenac Township Hall on Feb. 27, 10 a.m. Anyone interested in viewing the budget could do … more

There’s always some gifts that people just don’t want. I’m no exception, so any of you out there that may be planning to get me a Christmas gift, please listen. Do not, I repeat do not, … more

We all know manure stinks, right? If you don’t, I suggest you visit the nearest doctor to have your nasal passages checked. Apparently, U.S. Sen. Tom Harkin (D-Iowa) thinks pig excrement doth … more

I might be a little judgmental when it comes to politics but it comes from frustration over lack of humanity. What frustrates me even more in politics is the lack of accountability and the senseless … more

Due to the economic struggles, especially here in Northern Michigan, many people have been forced to make difficult decisions. For many, these decisions have revolved around forgoing luxuries … more

Much has been discussed lately with the health care system in this country. Whether it’s been the sky rocketing costs for any and all drugs and treatments, the availability of any kind of insurance … more