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Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October 1, 2012 According to the American Cancer Society, an estimated 226,870 new cases of invasive breast cancer are expected to occur among women in the U.S. more »»
Your pet and local ordinances
September 29, 2012 We would like to remind pet owners of some of the Delta County Animal Ordinances that are in place. Some of these mirror Michigan State Law. more »»
The best of all season changes
September 28, 2012 Peak fall color is expected to arrive in the Upper Peninsula and northern Wisconsin soon. Fall color is approaching across the western and central Upper Peninsula. more »»
Dangerous months for car-deer crashes
September 27, 2012 An average of 146 deer/vehicle crashes occur every day in Michigan. And, deer/vehicle crashes can cause more than just damage to the vehicl. more »»
Safety tips for autumn driving
September 26, 2012 The autumn sun sure feels good, especially after a week of cold and rain. However, the sun can cause problems, too, especially for motorist. more »»
Consumer scam warnings issued
September 25, 2012 Thieves continue to use the internet, mail system and phone service to steal millions from unsuspecting victims across the nation, reports Lori Friberg, Benefit Specialist for the Florence County... more »»
Updated food law on Oct. 1
September 24, 2012 The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development is celebrating National Food Safety Month with the implementation of the state’s updated Food Law to improve food safety practices and th... more »»
‘Do nothing’ Congress adjourns
September 22, 2012 In July of last year, Norman Ornstein, a respected political scientist at the American Enterprise Institute, asserted in an article that the current Congress was the worst ever. more »»
Food safety when packing the lunch
September 21, 2012 As children across the country return to school, the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development reminds parents to follow some simple safety guidelines as they pack those healthy... more »»
Texting & Driving Awareness Month
September 20, 2012 As students head back to school, Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker has proclaimed September as “Don’t Text & Drive: It Can Wait” Awareness Month throughout Wisconsin and is urging all residents,... more »»
Highway volunteers keep roadsides clean and attractive
September 19, 2012 This year’s final Michigan Adopt-A-Highway litter pickup begins Saturday and runs through Sunday, Sept. 30. more »»
Options available for safe, effective pain management
September 18, 2012 Pain affects millions of Americans every day, including many who are burdened with chronic pain. September is national Pain Awareness Month. more »»
Know your Constitution
September 17, 2012 This week is a special week in America. more »»
EPA misused authority in coal permits flap
September 15, 2012 Earlier this year, a federal judge came down hard on the Environmental Protection Agency for overreaching its authority. more »»
Providing a helping hand
September 14, 2012 Michigan Secretary of State Ruth Johnson has announced that residents can donate nonperishable food items at local Secretary of State branch offices, continuing a long-standing tradition of giving t... more »»
Preparing for disaster
September 13, 2012 Disasters can happen at any time. more »»
Prevent school bus accidents
September 12, 2012 The following story is every parent’s nightmare. A school bus in western Wisconsin has run over a 12-year-old boy and injured his legs. The accident happened shortly before 5 p.m. more »»
A good first step
September 11, 2012 Iron Mountain and Kingsford have begun discussing combining police and fire department services. This is a good first step — and idea that should be explored. more »»
How to handle the school bully
September 7, 2012 The school year has started again, and students and parents are focusing their attention on classes, homework, games and schedules. more »»
Fire safety for college students
September 6, 2012 Data shows that the university student population is at high risk to fire loss and injury according to the Michigan Bureau of Fire Services. more »» |
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