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City of Caseville recommends flushing for discolored water
The city of Caseville is once again dealing with discolored water, with city officials advising people to flush water regularly to try and get new water into the system. Caseville Department of Public Works Supervisor Troy Hartz said the issue once again is the water temperature. "When the water temperature...
Family of Jeffery Powell honor boy's memory with scholarships
It’s been almost four years since Jeffery Powell died doing what he loved, but the pain felt by his family and friends still lingers. Jeffery, who was just 13 at the time, was hunting when the terrible accident that claimed his life occurred. He loved the outdoors. Hunting and fishing were his passions.
USG Alabaster conducts tour at the newly opened Avery Quarry
ALABASTER Twp. – USG representatives conducted a tour on July 12, at the recently opened Avery Quarry in Alabaster Township. Plant Manager Jon Blazic was among those to address the group, which included State Representative Mike Hoadley (R-AuGres), Elissa Olson of the Michigan Manufacturers Association and Matt Myftiu of the Mark Layne Company – along with other local and state elected officials, business owners and residents.
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These news headlines brought to you by these fine sponsors:. Corey Arthur-Clair Kessler, a 32-year-old resident of Caseville, has been found guilty on 20 counts of Criminal Sexual Conduct (CSC), including 10 counts of first-degree CSC and 10 counts of second-degree CSC, spanning from 2012 to 2018. The verdict was...
Pinconning stops sending residents water shut-off notices citing increased postage pricing
PINCONNING, MI – The city will no longer issue water shut-off notices to residents by mail, citing an increase in the price of postage and printing services, officials said this week. Pinconning City Manager Rebecca Lakin told MLive/The Bay City Times Tuesday, July 23, it was a courtesy offered...
‘Relish’ in National Pickle Month at Freakin’ Pickles
AU GRES, Mich. (WNEM) - July is kind of a big “dill” for pickle lovers: it’s National Pickle Month. Whether you like them sour, sweet, or spicy, Freakin’ Pickles in Au Gres offers 16 varieties of gourmet pickle chips to satisfy your cravings. Founder Cheri Leppek-Harpham...
Northern Michigan community plagued by water issues, but help might come from neighbor city
STANDISH TWP, MI – More than 200 homes in Whites Beach dealing with longstanding water concerns will soon be connected to the city of Pinconning’s wastewater treatment plant thanks to a series of grants. Standish Township recently received a $3.3 million grant from the United States Department of...
Tawas Bay Ice Arena begins capital campaign
TAWAS CITY – What happens to an ice rink in the warmer weather if it is not properly insulated to maintain the cold temperature needed to keep the ice frozen? It becomes a flea market – at least that is what happens here at the Tawas Bay Ice Arena (TBIA). Some ice arenas have the funds to stay open eight to 12 months of the year; however, the TBIA is not one of them.
76th annual AuSable River Canoe Marathon starts Saturday
OSCODA – It’s nearly time for one of the world’s greatest canoe races. The Consumers Energy AuSable River Canoe Marathon starts Saturday in Grayling, as paddlers begin their non-stop voyage for Oscoda. “It is definitely crunch time,” Ryan Matthews, one of the many event organizers said. “I...
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