MDARD confirms first case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis for 2025 in a Benzie County horse

LANSINGThe Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) is reporting Michigan’s first case of eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) in a domestic animal in 2025.The disease was detected in a horse from Benzie County that was unvaccinated against EEE.

New MSU Extension bulletin, Winter Bale Grazing in Michigan and the Great Lakes Region now available

LANSINGMSU Extension has recently released a brand-new MSU Extension bulletin, Winter Bale Grazing in Michigan and the Great Lakes Region, which provides practical step-by-step guidance for farmers seeking more efficient and regenerative winter-feeding methods.

Saginaw City Council Member sentenced on Election Law Forgery Charges

LANSINGOn Aug.

Corps of Engineers to update community Sept. 24 in Midland

MIDLANDOn Wednesday, Sept. 24, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers-Detroit District will update the community on its flood risk management study of the Tittabawassee River Watershed in Midland County.

Lansing man sentenced for filing fraudulent grant applications

LANSINGLeslie Buck, 25, of Lansing, was sentenced on Wednesday to two years’ probation, 100 days in jail already served, and an additional 200 days in jail was suspended pending successful completion of the probationary term, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.

New ballot access platform to launch for military and overseas voters

LANSINGThe Michigan Department of State is pleased to announce the launch of a new online option to better serve the needs of military and overseas voters. The new system will launch publicly on Monday, Sept. 15, 2025.

Members First CU ranks among Top 50 Best Credit Unions to work for in 2025

MIDLANDMembers First Credit Union has been named one of American Banker’s Best Credit Unions to Work For in 2025, marking the third consecutive year the credit union has received the national recognition.

Governor Whitmer signs bills to protect Michiganders from sexual exploitation

LANSINGGovernor Gretchen Whitmer signed three bipartisan bills, on Aug.

Grief support

GLADWINAgrief support group will take place at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 331 Clendening Road in Gladwin, Thursdays from 5-7 p.m. For more information call 989-4269689 or go to griefshare.org.

Pill Time Solutions

DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I read your article regarding the cat not swallowing his medications. My father taught us years ago to teach our puppies to eat wet food off a spoon.