Standish farmers’ market extends season
STANDISH—The Standish Farmers’ Market Gateway Destination has extended its 2023 season for two weeks. The market, which was originally scheduled to end Sept. 8, will now remain open until the…
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Conservation district highlights Arenac program
Members of the Rotary Club of Pinconning and Standish heard a presentation from Mike Wilson, District Manager, and Aron Buechler, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Bay Conservation…
City of Au Gres discusses audit, infrastructure updates
During the City of Au Gres’ meeting Tuesday, Sept. 5, city council considered a variety of topics including drainage issues, blight complaints, and developments for the city’s future. Riverside Drive…
VFW kicks off annual scholarship event
Contests awards thousands of dollars to students of all ages Three contests and scholarships that award thousands of dollars in prize money to students in grades kindergarten through 12th have…
Over $3.5 million invasive species grants available
Proposals accepted through Nov. 1 Michigan’s Invasive Species Grant Program is now accepting proposals for the 2023 funding cycle, with an anticipated $3.6 million available to applicants. The program –…
Honoring a Hero
Remembering retired fire chief Dick Linton STANDISH—The Standish community came together Friday and Saturday, Aug. 25-26 to bid a heartfelt farewell to retired Fire Chief Dick Linton, who served as…
Napoleon history event slated Sept. 13
STANDISH—An event in Standish next Wednesday, Sept. 13 will detail the days of Edward Hines, a man who was dubbed the ‘Napoleon of Lumber.’ Hines owned the biggest sawmill on…
MDOT confirms Standish roundabout will stay put
Rotary club gathers insight from MDOT engineers “Roundabouts significantly reduce the likelihood of accidents because there are only eight possible traffic movements available, as opposed to the typical 32 at…
Commissioners consider veteran expenses, welcome new APTA director
ARENAC COUNTY—During the Arenac County Board of Commissioners’ meeting-of-the-whole on Aug. 8, Matt Taylor from MERS presented the Annual Actuarial Valuation Report for Arenac County as of Dec. 31, 2022.…
City of Au Gres discusses park pavilion, cannabis sewer connection
AU GRES—During the City of Au Gres’ city council meeting earlier this month, City Manager Dale Wiltse presented a proposal for the repair of the City Park Pavilion, outlining an…