Collaborative moose study launched
The 1,000-pound Michigan bull moose, standing 6 feet, 5 inches tall with 40-pound, paddle-like antlers, is the iconic symbol of the Upper Peninsula’s wildness.
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AG secures $59.7M settlement against Pfizer subsidiary
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has announced that Michigan has joined the U.S. Department of Justice, 37 other states, and Puerto Rico in settling kickback allegations against Biohaven Pharmaceutical Holding Company Ltd., a subsidiary owned by pharmaceutical company Pfizer.
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2025 House Resolution 17: Adopted in the House on Jan. 30, 2025
February fraud alerts
To keep money and personal information safe from fraud, it is important to accept one key fact: personal information is likely already exposed. As data breaches become more common, safeguarding against fraud has never been more crucial. Here are three steps to help protect against the risks associated with data breaches and identity theft:
Scholarship fundraiser slated this Saturday
The long-awaited annual trivia night fundraiser to benefit the Arenac County Scholarship Fund, which be held this Saturday in Standish.
Director showcases ISD career center
Josh Little, Bay Arenac Intermediate School District’s, ISD, new Director of Career and Technical Education and Principal of the Career Center, gave a presentation to members of the Rotary Club of Pinconning and Standish on Thursday, Jan. 30.
Rep. Hoadley to lead House Economic Competitiveness Committee
On Thursday, Jan. 30, the Michigan House of Representatives and Speaker Matt Hall announced that State Representative Mike Hoadley will Chair the Michigan House Economic Competitiveness Committee for the 2025-2026 legislative term.
County board discusses fairground projects during special meeting
On Monday, Jan. 6, the Arenac County Board of Commissioners held a special meeting to discuss ongoing and future fairground improvement projects.
Arenac County Commissioners address policies and projects
During the Arenac County Board of Commissioners Meeting of the Whole and regular meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 14, Treasurer Julie Hazeltine reported some operational changes, including the elimination of annual document binding, thanks to modern electronic archiving systems. These measures are projected to save money and support essential software upgrades, she said.
Indian tribe awards nearly $800,000 to Arenac County
During the Fall session of the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michigan’s two percent distribution ceremony, the tribe distributed $1,051,302.29 to the community, including 14 municipalities in Arenac County, the Standish Area Fire Authority; Sterling Area Fire Department; Twining, Mason, Turner Fire Department; Au Gres-Sims School District, and the Standish-Sterling School District.