On the basketball court, President Obama, for a man in his mid-40’s, moves pretty well. Kind of like a seasoned point guard, Jason Kidd, for example. But when it comes to executing his … more

Why, every time people discuss change within the country, are they appalled at the best ideas and possibilities? When you mention regulating corporations, so these multi-million dollar companies … more

I want to clarify a few things in the Town Crier. It noted that Daniels Septic Service was paid several thousand dollars in 2007 by the Arenac County Parks, but only listed four invoices that could … more

When the county’s budget requires borrowing money from a dwindling tax administration fund, something is wrong, and the proverbial finger can be pointed in all directions — Commissioners for … more

Well, here we are again. more

Unemployment and struggling local economies are pretty much universal in Michigan, and here it’s no exception, but Arenac County can’t afford to be known as the county with E. Coli in its … more

I am not a big fan of germs. I know, who is, right? But I’m worse than the norm. Fortunately, I’m not at the point where germs consume my every thought, but I probably pay more attention to them … more

As I write this column from downtown scenic Omer, the smallest city in the beautiful state of Michigan, it hit me – I have an idea for you to enjoy a sizzling summer day, with your elderly neighbor … more

Yes my beloved readers, it’s time to have a frank discussion about the NFL’s laughing stock, punching bag and favorite Honolulu Blue and Silver butt of the joke, the Detroit football Lions. … more

Editor, I am writing in response to the article in the 2/27/09 edition of the Arenac Independent regarding the Arenac County Sheriff Department and the Saginaw-Chippewa Tribal Police Department. … more