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December 20, 2024

The return of winter is a good time to review state laws concerning snow removal. Michigan’s Vehicle Code section 257.677a notes that residents are prohibited from shoveling snow from their sidewalks, cars or other forms of property into the road.

Leaders voice concerns

December 13, 2024

Editor’s note: Trail No. 422, which snowmobilers have used for decades to reach Miners Castle in Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, closed on Dec. 1 after the expiration of an agreement between the Alger County Road Commission and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. This article, the second in a two-part series, looks at the economic implications of the closure.

December 13, 2024

Michigan State University Extension has announced that registration is now open for its next Foundations of Gardening course. Foundations of Gardening, or FOG, is the horticulture course for those wishing to apply to the MSU Extension Master Gardener Program or for those seeking horticultural training for personal reasons.

December 13, 2024

The National Park Service on Dec. 4 issued a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the Miners Falls Viewing Platform and Steps Replacement Project at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. This project aims to provide safe public access to the Miners River and the base of Miners Falls while reducing impacts to the natural environment.

December 13, 2024

Before we get into this, I’d first like you to do me a favor. I want you to close your eyes and imagine the last time you felt truly excited about something — you know, that insanely fun and giddy feeling that almost tickles your belly and makes the corners of your mouth turn upward.

December 13, 2024

Q: I recently went to urgent care with what turned out to be bronchitis. One of the doctor’s recommendations was to take a vitamin D supplement.

Holiday Used Book ‘Sale’ begins Monday

December 13, 2024

Are you looking for some great books to give as gifts on a budget? Our annual Holiday Used Book “Sale” takes place this year from Dec. 16 to Dec. 21 during open hours. This book “sale” is by free-will donation only. Stop by and find some books for everyone on your list, and maybe some for yourself as well. Take as many books as your sleigh will hold.

December 13, 2024

In “The Twilight Zone” episode “A Nice Place to Visit,” petty criminal Rocky Valentine dies and wakes up in a luxurious afterlife where he gets everything he wants. He wins every jackpot at the casino, and every woman finds him desirable.

Focus on aging drivers raises sensitive questions

December 13, 2024

Older Driver Awareness Week (Dec. 2-6) may be behind us, but the challenges and responsibilities surrounding older driver safety remain timely yearround.

December 13, 2024

Rod DesJardins, a familiar face in Munising government, has returned to public service. At its Dec.

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Park Service updates PRNL platform project

Excitement: an underutilized practice

Why — and how — should I take vitamin D?

Holiday Used Book ‘Sale’ begins Monday

Chasing mirages or soaking in miracles

Focus on aging drivers raises sensitive questions

DesJardins returns to commission