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.
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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.
Community foundation announces annual Give Local Bay
The Bay Area Community Foundation (BACF) has announced the 11th annual Give Local Bay (GLB) presented by LiUNA Local 1098, a 24-hour fundraising event on Tuesday, May 6, benefiting over 50 nonprofits in Bay and Arenac Counties.
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.
Trees still available
In the final days of the Arenac Conservation District’s tree sale, there are still plenty of plants available for order. By planting a tree, shrub, or wildflower from our store, you add considerable value to your property. Our plants provide shade, stabilize soils and riverbanks, provide wildlife and pollinator habitat, restore nutrients to the soil, and add color and vigor to your landscape. Trees purchased through our store also provide valuable timber and restore deforested land. Fill your garden with productive fruit trees and hearty vegetables and reap the benefits for years to come.
Annual pubic auction set this Saturday in Standish
An annual auction that helps fund art and entertainment in Standish will be held this Saturday. The Northeast Michigan Arts Council’s 40th Annual Auction will be held Saturday, April 12, beginning at 10 a.m. sharp at the Northeast Art Center in Standish, 3233 Grove Street Road.
Out and About
The Mary Johnston Memorial Library, 114 N. Street in Standish, has updated hours for the summer. The library is open from 12 - 7.m. on Mondays and Tuesdays, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. on Wednesdays and Thursdays, and 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.
Give Local Bay sets 2025 event
This year, Give Local Bay’s 2025 24-hour fundraising will take place on Tuesday, May 6. Each year, the Bay Area Community Foundation coordinates a fundraising drive that benefits over 50 non-profit groups in Arenac and Bay counties.
Local farmer highlights Michigan agriculture
On March 27, members of the Rotary Club of Pinconning and Standish heard a presentation by Leona Daniels, of Michigan Farm Bureau.
Local organizations celebrate March is Reading Month
The Arenac County Farm Bureau and the Arenac Conservation District teamed up to participate in March is Reading Month at Sterling Elementary School on Tuesday March 25.