Michigan’s frigid winter has left its mark and for senior customers who may have seen a seasonal increase in their bills this winter, Consumers Energy stands ready to assist by connecting those age 65 and older with energy saving strategies and payment resources to help them pay their heating costs.
The Arenac County Funds Committee has announced the results of its 14th Annual Trivia Challenge. Event Chairman Ronda Switek reported the fundraiser netted $9,921, which is earmarked for the ACF Scholarship Fund held at the Bay Area Community Foundation.
Eight businesses recently partnered with Michigan Works! Region 7B to submit successful Going PRO Talent Fund grant applications. Funds awarded will help these businesses upskill their employees.
North Central Area Credit Union has offered Financial Reality Fairs to local school districts this year.
Back by popular demand, LA Compagnie will perform for the Second Sunday’s season finale concert this Sunday, March 9, at 2 p.m., at the Northeast Art Center, located at 3233 Grove Street Road in Standish.
Daylight Saving Time starts Sunday, March 9, when clocks will spring forward one hour at 2 a.m. This change is expected to bring longer daylight hours in the evening.
On Feb. 27, members of the Rotary Club of Pinconning and Standish heard a presentation by Fay Reid and Laurie Keel about the Dog Scouts of America, DSA, a national 401(c)3 nonprofit organization founded in 1996.
I just watched a video on the weather channel about making your own windshield washer fluid for your car. It is cost-effective and seems simple. You simply add four cups of water, half a cup of rubbing alcohol (to keep the mixture from freezing), a tablespoon of dishwashing liquid, and a few drops of blue dye (which is obviously optional).
The Consumers Energy Foundation is calling for entries in the annual Put Your Town on the Map pitch competition, which will provide $50,000 in grant funding for three projects to help small communities in Michigan grow and thrive. Communities with up to 10,000 residents can submit proposals through March 28.
On Feb. 20, members of the Rotary Club of Pinconning and Standish heard a presentation by Chris Velasquez, President of the Midland Noon Rotary Club, about the “10,000 Trees for Peace” Rotary project in South Sudan.