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View from the comfy chair

View from the comfy chair

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View from the comfy chair

Joel Vernier Joelmvernier@aol.com
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
I was taking an evening nap, and I was awakened by an involuntary burp that had a distinct taste: garlic! Wow, garlic not only can cause a major smelly burp, but if you consume enough of it, it can exude out of your pores!Garlic contains sulfur compounds called ally sulfides.
Michigan residents can apply for Home Heating Tax Credit until September 30

Michigan residents can apply for Home Heating Tax Credit until September 30

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Michigan residents can apply for Home Heating Tax Credit until September 30

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Wednesday, August 20, 2025
LANSINGWith fall around the corner, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is partnering with the Community Economic Development Association of Michigan (CEDAM) to spread the word about the Home Heating Credit, which helps eligible residents manage heating costs during the...
2025 Congressional App Challenge open

2025 Congressional App Challenge open

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2025 Congressional App Challenge open

News Staff
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
WASHINGTON D.C.Congressman John Moolenaar invites students in Michigan’s Second Congressional District to enter the 2025 Congressional App Challenge. To enter the contest, students can work on their own, or in a group of up to four students, to create an original app of their choosing.
Pictured left to right are: Chuck Sikora, Jodie Klamer, Don Hunt, Coordinator Karrie Hulme, Kaitlyn Melchi, Susan Morgan, Becky Fejedelem, Kimberly Hines, Stacy Plude, and Mike Visnaw. Not Pictured are: Pete Doyle, Chris Vernier and Steve Broka.

Pictured left to right are: Chuck Sikora, Jodie Klamer, Don Hunt, Coordinator Karrie Hulme, Kaitlyn Melchi, Susan Morgan, Becky Fejedelem, Kimberly Hines, Stacy Plude, and Mike Visnaw. Not Pictured are: Pete Doyle, Chris Vernier and Steve Broka.

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Gladwin County Leadership Program starts in September

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Wednesday, August 20, 2025
GLADWIN COUNTYE arlier this year participants completed two more rounds of the Gladwin County Leadership Program. Adults and students alike attended monthly modules focused on broadening their knowledge in areas of communication, economic development, local government, law, etc.
MyMichigan Health named to Becker’s 100 Great Community Hospitals List

MyMichigan Health named to Becker’s 100 Great Community Hospitals List

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MyMichigan Health named to Becker’s 100 Great Community Hospitals List

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Wednesday, August 20, 2025
MIDLANDMyMichigan Health has been named to the Becker’s Hospital Review 2025 list of 100 Great Community Hospitals.According to Becker’s Hospital Review, the awarded hospitals stand out for delivering expert care, strengthening local economies and driving innovation, even with limited resources.

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Lake Superior paddleboarding rescue underscores water safety

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Wednesday, August 20, 2025
LANSINGTwo paddleboarders drifting far from shore on Lake Superior were recently rescued with quick action by two Michigan Department of Natural Resources conservation officers in Ontonagon County.At approximately 3:30 p.m. on Aug.

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Saginaw physician charged with Medicaid fraud

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Wednesday, August 20, 2025
LANSINGOn Wednesday in the 54B District Court in East Lansing, James Carthron, M.D., 61, of Saginaw, was arraigned on 23 counts of Medicaid Fraud – False Claim, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel.

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WOVEN Ribbons Race to end women’s cancer

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Wednesday, August 20, 2025
HARRISONLocal runners and walkers are invited to join this national event to raise research funds for gynecologic cancers. Choice of a one mile Fun Run or 5K Cross Country Race on Devil’s Knob Golf Course near Harrison.Participants who sign up directly online by Aug.
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