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Maye Tessner Rood Named Grand Marshal
The Harrison Area Chamber of Commerce has named Maye Tessner Rood grand marshal of this year's 4th of July parade. Born in Detroit and raised in Mason, Maye graduated from Mason High School before her family's connection to nature led them to a cabin in the Harrison area in 1966. After her parents permanently moved to the area in the early 1970s, she joined them in the early 1980s to offer support.
Tips to keep your pets calm during Fourth of July fireworks
ROSCOMMON COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- If your dog is like mine, they are looking for a quiet place as people celebrate the Fourth of July with fireworks. Veterinary tech Haley Brown at South Shore Animal Hospital in Houghton Lake said she has been receiving a lot of calls from pet owners about how to prepare their pets for all the noise.
SCORE can help small businesses play part in Northern Michigan's economy
In Northern Michigan, small businesses are essential to our economic vitality as well as our overall sense of community. According to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, small businesses employ almost half of the American workforce, approximately 62 million people, and drive over 40% of our nation’s GDP. In addition, small businesses are a key source of innovation, applying for a substantial portion of patents each year. They provide sponsorship for activities that many families enjoy each year, from sports leagues and other activities, especially for our youth, to seasonal festivals, parades, the arts and often local fireworks celebrations during the Fourth of July.
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