Funding approved for Lake Huron research station
The Saginaw Valley State University Board of Control approved university funding for a Lake Huron Environmental Research Station during the board’s regular meeting Monday, Feb.
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City of Standish moves forward with lift station project
During the Standish City Council’s regular meeting last month, council discussed replacing the aging bar screen at the main wastewater lift station, with an estimated cost of $599,000.A wastewater bar screen is a screen that filters out large solid objects such as rags, plastic, paper, and metal from flowing water in a wastewater systemThe city faced a challenge as the sewer fund lacked sufficient funds for the project.
County Commissioners discuss 911-center expansion
During a recent Arenac County Board of Commissioner’s meeting, Yvonne King of Arenac County 911 presented plans to expand the 911 center to meet growing needs, including considering the purchase of a larger building.King provided a quote of $13,785.50 from Radio North for a P25 Control Station interface with a Tall Control Station to an existing ModUcom communications console.
Over 6,500 early votes cast for Presidential PrimaryIn-person, early voting open through Feb. 25
Over 6,500 voters from across the state cast ballots for the presidential primary during the first day of in-person early voting.According to poll book data provided by Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson’s office, 6,587 voters cast ballots at early voting sites throughout the state.
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City of Au Gres to host Veterans’ Banner Program
The city will coordinate and display Veteran’s Banners along US-23 between Memorial Day and the Fourth of July.
Residents urged to use caution around ice
As residents and visitors enjoy Michigan’s winter recreational opportunities, Consumers Energy officials advise residents to use extreme caution when on or near the ice surrounding its generating and hydroelectric plants.Consumers Energy representatives said it has installed safety buoys, warning signs and has coordinated with local emergency officials to reduce the risk of accidents near its 13 dams on five Lower Peninsula rivers.“Conditions near dams can change rapidly, making ice thin and dangerous,” said Lisa Douglas, manager of emergency management and public safety for Consumers Energy.“Even with these measures, it is the responsibility of individuals visiting the sites to remain vigilant about potential dangers.”The Michigan Department of Natural Resources offers the following ice safety tips:• Be aware of your surroundings at all times.
Veterans and coffee
ARENAC COUNTY—Ron Alley, County Veteran Service Officer (CVSO) for Arenac County Veterans Affairs will meet with fellow veterans and committee members on the first Tuesday of every month for coffee and donuts.The program is free and all veterans and spouses are welcome.
Au Gres Sims Schools unveils solar field to power main facility
Au Gres Sims School District has recently completed construction of a new solar field on school grounds, aiming to harness clean energy and reduce its carbon footprint.