Crop progress across the country
The USDA has released another round of crop reports and progress continues even with a mix of weather trends.
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Funding the Lentz store project
Ye Olde Courthouse Committee of the Arenac County Historical Society received a $45,250 grant from the Catherine and John Maser Historic Preservation Fund of the Bay Area Community Foundation for the Lentz Store Project.
Kirtland’s Warbler Conservation Team addresses decline in songbird’s population
A team of conservation experts from state and federal agencies and nonprofit groups is undertaking a long-term plan to stabilize the population of the once-endangered… Login to continue reading Login…
Milk production forecast increases
By Jason Vance USDA’s July Dairy Outlook included production forecast updates that raised U.S. milk production for both 2025 and 2026—half a billion pounds in… Login to continue reading Login…
Fire folks: Register now for October workshop at Roscommon Equipment Center
Want to learn more about firefighting equipment? Join the Michigan Department of Natural Resources’ Roscommon Equipment Center staff Oct. 6-10 at the state’s Forest Fire… Login to continue reading Login…
Fair theme celebrates old and new
Ogemaw County Fair 2025 opened Aug. 11
A generous community funds improvements to the Standish Historical Depot
For years, the sound system outdoor events at Standish Historical Depot has been provided by the depot’s sound people, Derek Wilk and Curtis Hillman.
Sterling Area Health Center hosts health fair
Sterling Area Health Center hosted a health fair at Deep River Township Hall last Thursday, with around 40 participating community organizations and many activities for children.
The role of a DNR Conservation Officer
Conservation Officer Jason Ruth presented on the role played by COs in mid-Michigan July 31 for members of the Rotary Club of Pinconning & Standish.
Late summer blood drives
August signals the return of routine: school bells ringing, fall sports gearing up, and families settling back in after summer adventures. But for hospitals across Michigan, there’s no such thing as a break – the need for blood is constant year-round.