As Thursday brings us the final preseason game and Jim Schwartz still yet to announce a starting quarterback for the season opener, it becomes more and more apparent to me that 1st-overall pick … more

The Arenac County Historical Society Museum in AuGres hosted Casey Wise last week and he spoke about his father and grandfather’s businesses at Point Lookout in AuGres. Audience members at the … more

Spectators made car show great Editor, Kudos to the people who sponsor, organize, and who donate time, money and lots of energy for the AuGres Car Cruise and Show held August 25th and 26th. We … more

Last year, as the time to go back to school approached, I dropped some wisdom for the young men and ladies going back. I, with my consummate fashion sense, helped them with their back to school … 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

Let’s Clarify the Facts on SSC Building Trades In the Aug. 19 article on the Standish-Sterling school board and Building Trades, many comments made require clarification. Our past … more

When it comes to foreign policy, President Obama, thus far, has been successful in accomplishing his agenda – troop draw downs have begun in Iraq and a date for a complete withdrawal has been set, … 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

Rep. Bart Stupak told Corrections Officer Paul Piche on Friday that accepting California inmates and Guantanamo detainees both in Standish won’t happen, because if Gitmo detainees were kept there, … more

Please find a way to continue funding the 4H program in your budget. The young people of Arenac County have little to occupy themselves that is affordable, educational, wholesome and fun. Our … more