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ARENAC COUNTY — A new law is allowing more military veterans to receive the medical care they need to treat ailments caused by exposure to toxic chemicals while serving and protecting overseas. The new act could help nearly one-third of all veterans and their families in the U.S., including the 1,187 reported veterans in Arenac County.

Fees waived for 2023 season 989-387-9295 STANDISH — The Standish Farmers Market – Gateway Destination is currently preparing for its 2023 season, set to run every Friday June 9 – Sept. 8, from 2 to 6 p.m.

989-387-9295 On Feb. 13, an area resident pled guilty to making threats against a U.S.

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Applications accepted until Feb. 21 ARENAC COUNTY – A group of local veterans met with Arenac County Commissioners recently to discuss the formation of a committee in support of Act 192 of 1953, the County Department of Veterans’ Affairs.

989-387-9295 LINCOLN TOWNSHIP — Lincoln Township will be soliciting feedback from local residents regarding proposed changes to medical marijuana facilities and establishments. The Lincoln Township Planning Commission will hold a public hearing Wednesday, March 1 at 7 p.m.

MOFFAT TOWNSHIP — The body of a 73-year-old Deerfield resident was discovered Feb. 4 after a utility vehicle fell through the ice on an Arenac County lake.

Depot erects first-ever community LED sign STANDISH — A community project, a year in the works, has finally come to fruition in Standish at the Historic Depot and Welcome Center. Since early last year, the Depot and Welcome Center, located at 107 N.

Applications accepted until March 15 AU GRES — Au Gres has announced the creation of a new Veteran’s Banner Program. The Au Gres program, according to city officials, will be modeled after a program established in Standish in 2020 that honors local veterans by displaying their military service on banners placed along decorative street pole lights in the downtown area.