Trails advisory workgroups seek members
MDNR is seeking applicants for their Nonmotorized Advisory Workgroup and the Off-Road Vehicle Advisory Workgroup
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Fairview resident severely burned in home explosion
On March 5, 2025, at approximately 1:25 p.m., the Oscoda County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported explosion and structure fire in Comins Township.
Funds approved for playground in Big Creek
Here are 3 things you may have missed from the Feb. 25 meeting of the Oscoda County Board of Commissioners:
Power outage prompts rapid response
In Mio, Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) members sprang into action Saturday morning in response to electrical service interruption that began the night previous.
Road commissions roll out seasonal weight restrictions
Road commissions applied weight restrictions in Arenac, Ogemaw and Oscoda counties this week, among others.
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March is when we usually start looking for some hints of spring. This winter, however, has not matched the last couple of winters we have had in northern lower Michigan.
How reading affects children
Reading for pleasure in early childhood has been linked with better scores on comprehension cognition assessments and better educational attainment in young adolescence.
Training opportunities in Gaylord for wastewater sampling and lagoon ops
The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE) recently announced wastewater sampling and lagoon operations training to be held at Hampton Inn in Gaylord Wednesday, March 19.
Northland launches new fraud awareness campaign
Northland Area Federal Credit Union (NAFCU) recently announced its latest fraud awareness campaign, Don’t Be a Target for Fraud.