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.
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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.
A beginner’s guide to CBD, CBN and THC
A growing number of consumers are turning to products derived from cannabis plants to treat an array of conditions. Formulations include gummies and other edibles, tinctures, vapes, and even beverages.
The deadly threat of Fentanyl
Dr. David McGreaham, MD, spoke to members of the Rotary Club of Pinconning and Standish on Thursday, Jan. 9, on the Fentanyl death epidemic, including its causes and treatment.
Kick the cold this winter
Michigan’s frigid winter weather is here and with colder temperatures comes an increase in energy consumption.
Online campaign for injured Sterling firefighter raises over $11,000
A GoFundMe online campaign for a Sterling Fire Fighter who was recently injured while responding to an accident, has raised over $11,000.