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Medical centers receive safety grades for Fall 2024

Medical centers receive safety grades for Fall 2024

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Medical centers receive safety grades for Fall 2024

News Staff
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
MIDLANDExcellent patient experience and strong safety practices have earned MyMichigan Health hospitals high achievements in The Leapfrog Group’s latest safety grade updates. MyMichigan Medical Centers in Alma, Alpena, and West Branch maintained consecutive “A” grades.
State Police encourage Michiganders to sign up for alerts to stay informed during emergencies

State Police encourage Michiganders to sign up for alerts to stay informed during emergencies

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State Police encourage Michiganders to sign up for alerts to stay informed during emergencies

News Staff
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
LANSINGThis month, the Michigan State Police Emergency Management and Homeland Security Division (MSP/EMHSD) is launching the “Know Your Plan. Be Alert.” campaign, a new public awareness initiative that encourages residents to stay informed, stay safe and know their emergency plan.
Gathered after the signing of the agreement for the General Investigation study with the Corps of Engineers are pictured, left to right: Mark Bone, chair, Midland County Board of Commissioners; J.W. Fisher and Lee Ann Keller, co-chairs of the Midland Business Alliance (MBA) Advisory Committee on Infrastructure; Lt. Col. Wallace Bandeff, commander, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Detroit District; Maureen Donker, mayor, City of Midland; Brad Kaye, Midland city manager; and Tony Stamas, president and CEO, MBA.

Gathered after the signing of the agreement for the General Investigation study with the Corps of Engineers are pictured, left to right: Mark Bone, chair, Midland County Board of Commissioners; J.W. Fisher and Lee Ann Keller, co-chairs of the Midland Business Alliance (MBA) Advisory Committee on Infrastructure; Lt. Col. Wallace Bandeff, commander, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Detroit District; Maureen Donker, mayor, City of Midland; Brad Kaye, Midland city manager; and Tony Stamas, president and CEO, MBA.

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Midland sponsors host signing ceremony with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

News Staff
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
MIDLANDThe commander and staff from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Detroit District were in Midland on Monday, November 4, for an agreement signing ceremony with the three local sponsors: the County of Midland, City of Midland and Midland Business Alliance (MBA).

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Rural population shrinks, political clout weakens

Victor Wooddell
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
LANSINGThe number of young people moving to small towns and rural areas across America has been increasing, but not so in Michigan, where populations in rural areas are shrinking and aging, according to a recent report by the Census Bureau.
Lead paint in veteran housing

Lead paint in veteran housing

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Lead paint in veteran housing

News Staff
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
It’s one thing to send phony bills to the Department of Veterans Affairs or claim to be a small business -- and quite another to put veterans and their families in danger.
Fall Home Maintenance Checklist:

Fall Home Maintenance Checklist:

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Fall Home Maintenance Checklist:

News Staff
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
12. Check InsulationProper insulation is key to keeping your home warm during the colder months. Inspect the insulation in your attic, walls, and basement to ensure there are no gaps or areas where heat could escape.
Gladwin City Hall

Gladwin City Hall

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Gladwin and Beaverton hold regular city council meetings

Steven Haupt
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
GLADWINOn Monday, November 18, both Gladwin and Beaverton held regularly scheduled city council meetings. The Gladwin City Council meeting began with an explanation from Mayor Kile regarding Oath of Office for new council members.
FLAG COLLECTING

FLAG COLLECTING

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FLAG COLLECTING

News Staff
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Gladwin Boy Scout Troop 779 helped the American Legion Post 171 collect flags out of the cemetery.
Post 171 Mural Contest extended

Post 171 Mural Contest extended

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Post 171 Mural Contest extended

News Staff
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
GLADWINThe Executive Committee of American Legion Post 171 has decided to extend the deadline for entries into the Mural Contest. The new deadline will be March 15.The images submitted may be sketches, drawings, or photographs and may be in the public domain, i.e.
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