Gary Daniels named Conservationist of the Year

Gary Daniels, of Au Gres Township, has been named the 2025 Arenac County Conservationist of the Year by the Arenac Conservation District. A lifelong resident of the area, he has spent the past several years transforming his 40-acre property into a thriving habitat for wildlife, earning him this prestigious recognition.

Out and About

The Arenac Conservation District is in the midst of its annual tree sale. Supplies are limited. Visit arenacconservationdistrict.com to see what trees are available, or shop in person on pickup day.

Mushroom hunter shares tips in Omer

“If you have spots, it’s good to keep them to yourself,” said Tony Williams. “If you have to tell someone, it’s best to tell a professional.”

Search warrant in Alger leads to arrest and drug seizure

ALGER—A 58-year-old man was arrested and illegal narcotics were seized after STING Narcotics detectives served a search warrant at a home on Cedar Street in Alger in the early morning hours of Thursday, March 27.

Have a downed tree due to ice or wind?

Ice storms in northern Michigan and heavy thunderstorms that roared across the southern part of the state have left many trees downed and broken.

Rotary News

On April 10, members of the Rotary Club of Pinconning and Standish heard a presentation by Noah Christiansen, Mobility Sales Consultant for the Amigo Mobility Center, on the Amigo company.

Arenac VFW Post #3724 and Auxiliary news

The Arenac VFW Post #3724 and Auxiliary will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, April 15 at 6:30 p.m. Among other things, the Post and Auxiliary will discuss the Loyalty Day Parade, which will take place in Standish at 12 p.m. on April 26. Parade line up will be on Industrial Park Road at 11 a.m.