Newsletter-Late-Week

Gifts for Dad he’s certain to enjoy

Father‘s Day celebrations began on June 19, 1910, in the state of Washington. However, it wasn‘t until 1972 that a day honoring fathers became a national holiday. Since then, children have been trying to figure out how they can show their dads and other father figures in their lives just how much they are appreciated. Plenty of hugs and high fives are customary on Father‘s Day, but gifts also get the spotlight on this holiday, which is held on the third Sunday in June each year.

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Free fishing, ORVing, state park entry: ‘Three Free’ Weekend June 7-8

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources encourages everyone to take advantage of “Three Free” Weekend – Saturday, June 7, and Sunday, June 8. It’s two full days when Michigan residents and out-of-state visitors can grab a fishing rod, ride the off-road trails and visit state parks, boating access sites and other outdoor locations — all free of charge.

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Protect your pet

Arenac County Animal Control is hosting a low cost shot clinic 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 24 at Sunrise Community Resource Center, 583 E. Cedar St. in Standish.

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