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EPA Announces Revisions to the Velsicol Chemical Superfund Site Cleanup Plan
CHICAGO (July 12, 2024) – On Monday, July 15, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will begin a 30-day public comment period on proposed revisions to the Velsicol Chemical Superfund site cleanup plan. Revisions include repairing the existing slurry wall around the former plant site and removing the need to extend a collection system around monitoring well 19.
Baez, two relievers combine for no-hitter against Loons
MIDLAND, Mich. (WANE) – Henry Baez, Will Geerdes, and Jose Geraldo combined to throw the fourth no-hitter in TinCaps history, as Fort Wayne topped Great Lakes 9-1 on Friday night at Dow Diamond. Baez did the bulk of the work, as the Fort Wayne starter went seven innings, striking out four, while walking one. Baez […]
Some tornado sirens fail, here’s why
The EF1 tornado that struck just southeast of Lake George this past Friday somehow took the path of least resistance and missed almost all man-made structures. This could have been far worse, as its path just a little more toward Arbor Rd or if it zig zagged to Harrison, could have resulted in more damage to homes and the potential for loss of life. Harrison’s sirens were loud enough to be heard over the roar of the trucks participating in the Mud Bog at the Clare County Fairgrounds, but Hayes, Garfield, and Hamilton Townships did not have sirens, and the sirens in Lincoln Township, closest to the tornado’s initial touchdown, both failed at the Fire Station and at the Silver Lake Beach site. Most of us recall hearing the sirens tested the first week of every month, but that has now become a thing of the past. So what happened?
Nature trail, park coming to Standish thanks to nearly $1M in grants
STANDISH, MI – The city of Standish is on its way to having its first park thanks to a nearly $1 million grant from the Council of Michigan Foundations (CMF) and Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR). Standish received $958,500 in grant funding through the two entities’ Spark Grant...
What ASCs need to know about Ascensions' selling spree
St. Louis-based Ascension saw a $3 billion operating loss in fiscal year 2023, and its sustainability strategy includes selling off major hospitals in their system. Additionally, last year, Ascension said it plans to invest more money into its ASCs, imaging and physical therapy sites that advance its footprint of service offerings and provide greater convenience to consumers.
Carl Priemer, 82, of Beaverton
Carl Priemer, 82, of Beaverton, passed away on July 11, 2024. He was born on September 20, 1941, the son of Adolph and Louise (Schroder) Priemer in Detroit. On February 5, 1982, he married Maxine Spangler in Gladwin. He worked for Michigan Bell and owned Priemer Excavating in Beaverton. As owner of Priemer Excavating, Carl worked as a sexton for several townships in Gladwin County. Carl enjoyed watching NASCAR and loved his job working on heavy equipment and “playing in the dirt,” helping many in Gladwin County.
Injuries reported in Sunday motorcycle crash
Injuries were reported Sunday, July 14, resulting from a two-vehicle crash that occurred at the 146.4-mile marker of Interstate 44, according to an online report of Troop I of the Missouri State Highway Patrol. A 2007 Harley Davidson, driven by Steven A. Carr, 54, of Whitmoore Lake, Michigan, was eastbound...
CMU alum serves where future Navy warfighters train
Sailors are some of the most highly trained people on the planet, and this training begins at Recruit Training Command (RTC) Great Lakes, otherwise known as boot camp. Every enlisted sailor starts their Navy journey at boot camp at Naval Station Great Lakes (NSGL), Illinois. Petty Officer 1st Class Manuel...
Beyond the Streets
The Red Door Art Gallery held an artist reception this last Thursday for world renowned muralist and street painter, Wahpeton native, Shawn McCann. McCann, a 1998 Graduate of Wahpeton High School, is known for many things across the Twin Towns. His artwork is a permanent part of the Wahpeton, Breckenridge and North Dakota State College of Science landscape in the more than half dozen murals he has painted. And with one more on the docket, we could be seeing more of his vibrant work brightening up our streets again soon.
Meet Your Neighbor: Hillary Baldwin enjoys helping others and browsing antiques
Hillary Baldwin, 42, lives in Midland, with her husband, Quinn, and their sons, Bennett and Beau. The Baldwins have been married for 16 years. Quinn is a transportation manager for Gordon Food Service. They’re both from Lake City. He was the older brother of one of Hillary’s best friends. She said he used to D.J. their middle school dances.
McLaren nurses get forensic certifications
Two nurses who have specialized training have earned accreditations, advancing McLaren Central Michigan’s Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner program. Registered nurses Beth Nesbitt, the hospital’s SANE program coordinator; and Rose Shufelt, who is wound care certified, have each been certified by the International Association of Forensic Nurses with SANE-A accreditations.
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