Bond inducted into UA Omicron Delta Kappa Honor Society

TUSCALOOSA, ALThe University of Alabama honored the achievement of numerous students, faculty and staff during the annual Tapping on the Mound ceremony April 3.Among those recognized, Sydney Bond of Beaverton, was inducted into the Omicron Delta Kappa Honor Society.

DAM UPDATE

EdenvilleWork on the Edenville auxiliary spillway and the Tittabawassee and Tobacco primary spillways continue despite the recent spring flooding events which caused delays with dewatering and clean-up time. The auxiliary spillway crest slabs are complete, which is a big milestone accomplished.

Hospice of Gladwin Area Understanding Grief starts in April

GLADWINHospice of Gladwin Area Understanding Grief will take place April 14 through May 19, 2026, from 6-7:30 p.m., at the Gladwin Free Methodist Church Conference Room located at 1312 N. State Street, Gladwin.

Mid Michigan College invites community to student showcase

HARRISONMid Michigan College is welcoming the public to experience student creativity, innovation, and achievement at its annual Student Showcase, taking place on both campuses this April.

DNR graduates 48 new park rangers

LANSINGFollowing nine weeks of rigorous training, 48 park rangers graduated April 3 from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources’ newly formatted Ranger Academy at the Ralph A. MacMullan Conference Center in Roscommon.

Early onset of colorectal cancer focus of lecture

MIDLANDAccording to a study published in January 2026 in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA), colorectal cancer is now the leading cancer cause of death in people under the age of 50.

FED Design/Builders celebrates investment in Bishop GMC facility

CLAREFED Design/Builders is proud to highlight its work with Bishop GMC, supporting the continued growth and investment in the Clare community.

USDA provides $5.3 million for sewer upgrades in Standish

EAST LANSINGUnited States Department of Agriculture Rural Development State Director for Michigan Dom Restuccia has closed a $3,089,000 loan and $2,225,000 grant for sewer system upgrades in the city of Standish.

Push continues for stronger government transparency law, advocates say

LANSINGOver the years, some Michigan legislators have made failed attempts to expand the state’s Freedom of Information and Open Meetings laws.