ERAIL Program to help emergency personnel with livestock incidents

The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) is proud to further its partnership with Michigan State University (MSU) Extension by helping to accelerate the progress being made through the Emergency Response to Accidents Involving Livestock (ERAIL) Program.

MiCorps volunteer stream cleanup and monitoring grants available

LANSING The Michigan Clean Water Corps (MiCorps), a network of volunteer monitoring programs that collect and share surface water quality data throughout the state, is accepting 2024 funding proposals for two grant programs.

Moolenaar accepting internship apps

Congressman John Moolenaar is currently accepting applications for internships at his offices in Caledonia, Clare, and Washington D.C.

Supreme Court to rule soon on case about minimum wage for tipped workers

The income of bartenders and servers – whose minimum wage is set at $3.93 to account for the tips they receive – largely hinges on how many customers come in on a given night, and what mood they’re in. A state Supreme Court ruling expected soon could change that.

Don’t reach for the vitamins and supplements

Oh, it was so tempting, I have to admit. When a neighbor strolled by on her afternoon walk, we got to talking about how she stays in shape, and she rattled off a list of vitamins and supplements that she takes. She swears by them, and she appears to be in excellent condition ...

COVID vaccines do not increase the risk of cancer

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am looking for your opinion regarding the new COVID booster. I am not opposed to vaccinations, as I have had the initial two shots and one booster. About 18 months ago, I was diagnosed with prostate cancer and have since had my prostate removed.

DNR Wildlife Habitat Grant application period now open

LANSING Now through March 18, 2024, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Habitat Grant Program is accepting applications.

Update Your Home with Floating Shelves

Floating shelves don’t really float, but they do appear to do just that. While they’re not a new design element, they’re still one of today’s hottest home decorating trends. Homeowners tend to overestimate how difficult it is to put up these shelves.

Dine and Decide events slated

With the February 27 election approaching, Gladwin Community Schools has set up a series of informative sessions at local restaurants.