MICHIGAN — With the recent thaw across the state, area residents are being warned of the dangers of venturing out on the ice. more

Fairview Area Schools hosted its homecoming game Friday, Feb. 16, and Jay Cleeves and Olivia Nutt were crowned royalty between the junior varsity and varsity games. more

Fairview Area Schools hosted a lip sync contest, mock olympics and other activities throughout the day on Friday, Feb. 16, before the homecoming basketball game. more

With the winter season in full swing, it can be easy to fall into the trap of staying indoors and watching TV all night. more

Hosted by the Mio AuSable class of 2020, the second annual Family Fun Carnival Night will be held Saturday, Feb. 24, for local children to take part in themed games, competitions, food and music. more

The Oscoda County Library will host a book discussion and presentation Thursday, Feb. 22, on “X: A Novel” as part of the 2017-18 Great Michigan Read to encourage reading and discuss important topics with the community. more

Hunters will start bringing foxes, bobcats and coyotes to the pole for the sixth annual Luzerne Area Predator Round-Up Feb. 23-25, during which kids will also have the chance to participate in a squirrel hunt. more

Free fishing will be offered to residents across Michigan Feb. 17-18 during one of Michigan's two annual Free Fishing Weekends. more

Young athletes interested in trying basketball are invited to participate in the Saturday Basketball league at Mio AuSable school each weekend in February to hone their skills and get active during the cold weeks near the middle of winter. more

Two clinics will be open Feb. 17 for residents to get their dogs vaccinated and licensed and take advantage of a variety of other services done at a low cost. more