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DHD2 plans furloughs in event of government shutdown
The board of directors for District Health Department No. 2 gathered in Hale Sept. 22 and approved health officer Denise Bryan’s performance evaluation and salary, after two closed sessions.
Fairview Schools close, update security protocols following ‘written threat’
Fairview Area Schools entered what the district termed a hold response following discovery of a written threat on school grounds last week on Wednesday. Classes were canceled for Thursday and Friday as well.
Michigan Legislature activity Sept. 3–4
2025 House Resolution 160: Adopted in the House on Sept. 3, 2025
Northern Michigan author presents in Standish
Robert Downes, a Michigan native and award-winning author, gave a presentation, fielded questions, and signed copies of his new book, “Raw Deal: The Indians of the Midwest and the Theft of Native Lands,” at the Northeast Michigan Arts Center in Standish Sept. 10.
State politics updates
The latest releases from Jack Bergman and Dana Nessel
Consumers Energy reaches agreement to sell 13 Michigan hydroelectric dams
Buyer commits to keeping dams in operation, preserving reservoirs and benefitting local communities
Prescribed burn in northwest Ogemaw County
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources executed a prescribed burn in Ogemaw County’s Foster Township Sept. 10.
Kirtland Community College marks a milestone
Kirtland Community College is proud to announce its 60th anniversary, marking six decades of educational excellence, community partnerships and service to northern Michigan. Throughout the 2025-2026 academic year, the college will celebrate this milestone with a year-long series of events, publications and community engagement opportunities designed to honor its past while looking toward the future.
Peak Rehab partners with The Brook of West Branch
Local community leaders gathered to celebrate the partnership of Peak Rehab with The Brook of West Branch.