Inconvenience with benefits
Memorial Day honors the fallen service members who gave their lives defending our country. Before Monday, with its solemn observances arrived, we had to get through Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
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Study your candidates well
Editor’s note: This editorial was published in the Alpena News a month ago. Some of the information is dated, since Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and U.S.
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This edition of the Herald went to press before Fairview’s graduation and Memorial Day commemorations. Please look for photos from these events in next week’s paper.
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Cornerstone of community connection
In 2007 when I began writing for local newspapers, there was talk about local newspapers dying. That conversation still exists today, especially in an era dominated by digital media, social networking, and instant access to information.
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Every trip, every time To remind everyone about the importance of buckling up, the Michigan Office of Highway Safety Planning has announced a “Click It or Ticket” seat belt enforcement campaign starting May 15. Officers from police departments, sheriff’s offices and the Michigan State Police will conduct seat belt enforcement across the state during a three-week period ending June 4.
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Room to grow
The federal COVID-19 Public health emergency declaration ended on May 11. I remember this time in 2020, when the pandemic lockdowns were only two months old.
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As the days get longer and warm weather returns, drivers should expect an increase in motorcyclists on Michigan roadways, state officials advise. With that in mind, Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson this week reminded motorists to be alert and attentive about motorcyclists as she relaunched the Michigan Department of State’s annual “Look Twice, Save a Life” public education campaign.
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The sandbox
My high school friends and I talk constantly to each other. It feels like we have been friends since childhood, but our friend group did not form until senior year of high school.
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