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Editorial

One list that could come in handy

With Michigan’s firearm deer season underway, Tommy Carroll of radio station WGRD has written a list of things to know as you try to bag a buck. Firearm deer season runs from Nov. 15-30, “giving Michiganders two weeks” to hunt, Carroll said. First, make sure to know what the weather ...

Remembering crash victims

World Day of Remembrance for road traffic victims Sunday, November 17, 2024 What is World Day of Remembrance (WDoR)? The WDoR for Road Traffic Victims is a global event held every third Sunday of November to honor those who have lost their lives or been impacted by roadway crashes. This ...

Michigan’s overdose death rate declines

Michigan’s overdose death rate declines nearly ‘Overdose deaths in Michigan decreased by 5.7% in 2023, with 2,826 deaths provisionally recorded compared to 2,998 deaths in 2022, reported the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS). Additionally, MDHHS notes the overall ...

Try to make the best of winter

While fall weather seems to be hanging on this year, there is no denying that, to quote Game of Thrones, winter is coming. For many of us, that is unwelcome news but whether you like it or not, its coming. Take this as a reminder to give your snowblower a tune up and make sure its ready to go ...

DNR has vacancies on advisory boards

Wolves. Deer herd management. Invasive species. Trail access. Those are just a few of the difficult and sometimes controversial issues that Michigan Department of Natural Resources staff must deal with in the Upper Peninsula. To its credit, the agency doesn’t try to isolate itself from ...

After School Program gets support

This week’s bouquets go to: Community Foundation for Delta County and its Youth Advisory Committee have donated funds to the Catherine Bonifas Civic Center After School Program. The program is supported by grants and donations to youth in 4th to 12th grades. The Youth Advisory Committee is ...