At the Arenac County Fair 2025
Freelance photographer Erica DiMarco visited the fair last week. Contests and exhibitions took place July 14 through 19.
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Free summer concerts in Au Gres and Standish
July 23 – Ernest Entertainment
Academic Achievement
Devin Johnston, of Alger, has been named to Eastern Illinois University’s Spring 2025 Dean’s List in recognition of academic excellence.
Balance
Life is balance—from the gravitational forces of the sun, earth and moon to the grand quest of balancing our check books.
Jagger celebrates birthday
The Arenac County Sheriff’s K9 Unit, Jagger, celebrated a birthday June 10.
Wildlife Expo in Houghton Lake
The Association to Rescue Kritters (A.R.K.) is hosting Wildlife Expo 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday July 19
Michigan State Legislature Votes and Adoptions June 24-25, 27, July 1 2025
Recent Michigan State Legislature Votes and Adoptions, laws passed 2025 House Resolution 128: Adopted in the House on June 24, 2025 A resolution to encourage… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Parks and campgrounds open after ice storm damage; be careful on forest roads and trails
Be aware of lingering hazards and damage from the March 28-30 ice storm.
Academic Achievement
Saginaw Valley State University named the following students to the 2025 winter semester President’s List
Death in the forest
All living things die, which is too often perceived as a negative phenomenon. Yet, forest mortality yields an opportunity for both change and rejuvenation. These dynamics are wonderful to witness, and immensely satisfying to initiate and steward.