It has been a little while since I penned one of these articles. The primary reason for that is that I have been limited by thoughts about what I could share with you. Life has resumed a more familiar rhythm, akin to the way it was before the events of the past few years.
The Consumers Energy Foundation is calling for entries in the annual Put Your Town on the Map pitch competition. The competition will provide $50,000 for big ideas in Michigan’s small towns. The competition provides funding for three projects that help small communities in Michigan grow and thrive. Communities with up to 10,000 residents can submit proposals through April 7.
989-387-9295 ARENAC COUNTY— During the Arenac County Board of Commissioners’ Meeting of the Whole Feb. 14, emergency manager Michael Bowers gave an update to the board that included the county’s mitigation plan, upcoming grant opportunities and an upcoming emergency response event.
Lifelong Standish resident Bernadette Miscisin will turn 100 years old on Monday, March 13. She is still active, living independently at the Brooke in West Branch.
STANDISH — This Sunday, March 12 from 12–2 p.m. La Compagnie will perform the season’s finale concert at the Northeast Art Center, located at the corner of Grove Road and US-23 in Standish.
Scholarship applications now open 989-387-9295 STANDISH — Play cards and help local high school seniors pay for school. An upcoming Euchre Night will help to raise funds for Arenac County scholarships.
Whenever you read about frugality, you'll find a lot about what not to buy. Well, I'm going to tell you what you should buy.
STANDISH — Standish-Sterling Central boys’ basketball team played Millington at home Feb. 24, winning 64-54.
STANDISH —Standish-Sterling Central girls’ basketball team beat Ogemaw Heights, 67-12, in a home game Feb. 21.
AU GRES — Au Gres-Sims girls’ basketball team triumphed over Whittemore- Prescott, 42-25, at home Feb. 20.