The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) has determined that no Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is required for a proposed drinking water project in Standish Township.
United States Vice President JD Vance delivered a speech at Vantage Plastics in Bay City on Friday, March 14, following a tour of the plastic manufacturing facility. Vantage has locations at 1415 West Cedar St. in Standish, and 4675 Wilder Road, Bay City.
For the first time in more than 100 years, cougar cubs have been discovered living in the Michigan wild.
The VFW and post #3724 will host its 52nd Loyalty Day Parade on Saturday, April 26 in Standish. “Liberty Sweet Liberty” is the theme of the 2025 parade. Organizers are inviting anyone interested in the procession to sign up as soon as possible. All community members, clubs, organizations, churches, and businesses are welcome. Cash prizes will be awarded for commercial and non-commercial floats.
The snow packed down by snowshoes was the last to melt and fade into the yellow-gray lawn north of the house we rent. Deep pockets of snow are likely yet found 50 miles (80 kilometers) or so northwest, where the National Weather Service station near Gaylord recorded snowfall this year exceeding any other on the books.
As we get deeper into March, I am pleased to see the snow receding and I am enjoying the gentler weather. Even so, I was happy to see a few days of freezing temperatures at the end of last week. Spring may be the season for deep housecleaning, but there is one chore which is easier to do when it’s very cold.
At the most recent Arenac County Veterans Affairs Coffee and Donuts monthly gathering, the committee gave Certificates of Appreciation to departing committee members in acknowledgment of their contributions to the committee.
The VFW and post #3724 will host its 52st Loyalty Day Parade on Saturday, April 26 in Standish and is inviting the community to participate. “Liberty Sweet Liberty” is the theme of this year’s parade, held the last Saturday in April.
Editors note: The following is a tribute to James Whitson, resident Santa Claus for Standish, and an active community member who passed away unexpectedly Feb. 24.
The Au Gres City Council held its regular meeting on March 4, at 7 p.m., led by Mayor Jon Sanford. Discussions focused on a potential housing development project, budget adjustments, and other city matters.