Cozy winter

The weather is set to be cold, extremely cold, this week, with temperatures dipping below zero degrees at night for a few days. Today is Saturday, Jan. 18, and I’m sitting here in my favorite chair, wrapped in a blanket, and I can’t help but think about makes a winter truly cozy.

Too cool for school?

When is it too cold to operate a public school in Michigan? As with so many simple questions, answers are not.

Rep. Hoadley sworn into office

Rep. Hoadley was joined for the swearing in ceremony by (from right) his wife, Mary, and daughter Natalie.

Adrian and Shannon step down from VA Committee

The Arenac County Veterans Affairs Committee held a gathering Jan. 7 to thank two of their founding members, chairman Ken Adrian and member Pat Shannon, for their service on the committee. Adrian and Shannon elected to end their terms early so future terms would align with the beginning of the new year.

MSU to host Artisan Cheese Workshop

Michigan State University Extension will soon host an Artisan Cheese Workshop. Participants will learn from professionals how to make, age, and savor handmade artisan cheese.

AARP Michigan accepting grant applicants

AARP Michigan is inviting local eligible non-profit organizations and governments across the country to apply for the 2025 AARP Community Challenge grant program, now through March 5, at 5 p.m.