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Editorials

NFL Draft creates excitement, history close to the region

The NFL Draft this week took over a familiar site to Yoopers — Lambeau Field in Green Bay. And this year’s draft is on target to achieve a first. Barring a last-minute trade (Note: The draft will still be in progress at press time) every team looked to go into the draft with its original ...

Search begins for 2025 Michigan Christmas tree

Know of an oversized spruce or fir that could grace the state Capitol this Christmas? The state wants to hear about it. The Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget on Wednesday officially kicked off the Christmas tree search for the 2025 holiday season. DTMB is tasked with ...

Don’t let scams ruin Mother’s Day gifting

Mother’s Day is fast approaching. As Michiganders look for the perfect gift to show their appreciation, the Better Business Bureau of Michigan reminds residents to use caution when shopping online, especially through social media. Scammers create fake websites and social media accounts ...

Families urged to get toddlers caught up on vaccines

Michigan health officials are encouraging parents during National Infant Immunization Week to make sure their children have all their vaccinations. That message takes on an added urgency this year with ongoing measles outbreaks nationwide, including Michigan, which reported new cases of the ...

New state website offers free financial education resources

With April being National Financial Literacy Month, Michigan Treasurer Rachael Eubanks is calling on residents to check out the new Michigan.gov/MiMoneyMatters website for a free personal finance education program. The site provides access to free, on-demand learning tools, such as ...

Cancer Loan Closet having problems with equipment borrowers

Barb: The Dickinson County Cancer Loan Closet is always so thankful for the support of our community. The fundraising, monetary donations and hours of volunteering have kept us afloat during some difficult times. So, it is not easy for me to give a “Barb” to some within our ...