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Fun and philanthropy

Fundraisers tee off to support foster families, wrestling team AU GRES – Two golf outings are set to take place in June, with the aim of raising funds for local foster children and families, as well as the Standish-Sterling wrestling team. Ana’s Treasures 2023 Golf Fundraiser will be held at Knoll View Golf Course in Au Gres on Saturday, June 10.
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Weaponry and warriors at Ye Olde Courthouse

The Iosco-Arenac District Library will host Jerry Berg, director of the Swordsman Museum and Academy, located near Grand Rapids, for two programs highlighting Viking weaponry and society. On Thursday, June 15, at 6:30 p.m.
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Subscription Correction

We are aware of an error in the subscription letters sent out last week. Under the pricing rates, we did not change the county name from Ogemaw to Arenac.
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Food giveaway set June 8

Church strives to combat food insecurity 989-387-9295 STANDISH—The Resurrection of the Lord Catholic Church in Standish is gearing up to host the second of a string of events aimed at alleviating food insecurity in the community. The church, in conjunction with the Northeastern Food Bank of Flint, will be organizing three food giveaways in the coming months, providing essential food items to those in need.
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Au Gres food tasting

Residents can attend a Taste of Au Gres on Wednesday, June 7, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. to sample local cuisine from Au Gres, including pizza, wings, kabobs, baked goods, and ice cream. The annual event, which takes place at Au Gres City Park and is organized by Au Gres Community Events, or ACE, allows attendees to sample food and beverages from a variety of regional vendors.
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Live music starts June 7

Music for Au Gres Music in the Park will be held every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. in the Au Gres City Park, located at 401 N. Main St. The annual Au Gres Music in the Park is hosted by Au Gres Community Events, ACE. The line-up for June is as follows: June 7 – Jack Clarkson Band; June 14 – Ceyx; June 21 – 23 North; and June 28 – Josh Ramses Band.
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June library events

The Iosco-Arenac District Library will host the following events in the month of June: June 20 - Comedian magician Cameron Zvara at Omer Little Eagles Nest Library at 6 p.m. June 22 - Comedian magician Cameron Zvara at the Au Gres Community Library at 10:30 a.m.
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Pops in the Past

The Pops in the Past Car Show will take place on Saturday, June 17, at the Arenac County Fairgrounds, 2392 Airpark Drive in Standish, and the venue will be alive with the sounds of vintage car engines and oldies music.
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From the Desk of Chris Ming

Au Gres-Sims Superintendent This is Superintendent Christopher Ming’s speech from Au Gres-Sims’ Class of 2023’s commencement ceremony June 2. Tonight, we celebrate the achievements of the senior class of Au Gres-Sims; this night is the culmination of thirteen years of schooling and is a celebration of the young men and women sitting before us, but it is also a tribute to the work of each person in our bleachers.
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