Mandilee Hecht

STANDISH—The 23rd Circuit Court for the County of Arenac established a lake level special assessment district for Forest Lake on Nov.

The Michigan departments of Natural Resources and Agriculture and Rural Development encourage those who have eastern hemlock trees on their property to take time this winter to inspect the trees for signs of hemlock woolly adelgid.

It’s that time of year again when holiday shopping is in full swing and residents search for the perfect gift.

Christmas shopping can be a fun way to spoil your family and friends by buying the gifts on their wish lists.

We are accepting Christmas Wish Lists from young residents to be published in upcoming editions of the Arenac County Independent, Ogemaw County Herald, and Oscoda County Herald.Christmas lists can be conveniently sent via text or email.