The Arenac County Board of Commissioners held its regular meeting on Feb. 25 at 1 p.m. at the county building. The meeting covered financial approvals, job qualifications, grant funding, and updates on ongoing projects.
Schools in Standish, Au Gres and Whittemore were all affected by both phone and internet service interruptions last week
The Standish community is mourning the loss of long-time resident, Jim Whitson, who passed away last week. Whitson served as Standish’s resident Santa Claus for many years. He was an active community member and local business owner. He passed away Feb. 24.
The state of Michigan announced Monday, March 3, that 32 projects, including projects in Arenac County, will share $3.6 million in funding through the Michigan Invasive Species Grant Program for efforts that address the prevention, detection, eradication and control of aquatic (water-based) and terrestrial (land-based) invasive species.
Road commissions applied weight restrictions in Arenac, Ogemaw and Oscoda counties this week, among others.
The Au Gres PTO is hosting a Snow Ball on Friday, March 7 from 6-8 p.m. All kindergarten through fifth grade families are invited to attend. The ball will be held in the AGS Elementary Gym and it is free to attend.
Medicare card scams are on the rise. During one calendar year, Medicare had over $100 billion in fraudulent claims, and the damage cost goes up when identity theft and stolen financial information are added in.
The Standish-Sterling Central Panthers swam at the ISC Conference Championships Feb. 28 - March 1.
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.