STANDISH — The Northeast Michigan Arts Council’s annual Valentine’s fundraiser ball is approaching, and with limited tickets, people looking to enjoy a night of dancing to big band music won’t want to wait to get their tickets. more

STANDISH — A 55-year-old Standish Township woman was charged with killing or torturing an animal Jan. 25 after police allege she stabbed her son’s dog just after midnight Thursday. more

ARENAC COUNTY — The Wertz Warriors’ annual 900-mile snowmobile endurance ride is scheduled for Jan. 27 through Feb. 3, and Sunday, Jan. 28, dozens of the riders and support crew members will drop in at local stops to collect and raise money. more

STANDISH — The Northeast Michigan Arts Council’s annual quilt show scheduled for Jan. 27-28 is one of the council’s most popular events, and that is expected to be the case again this year. more

Au GRES — A chilly 5K run/walk, utility vehicle races and more are scheduled to be held during the Au Gres Winter Festival Jan. 27. more

ARENAC COUNTY — The Knights of Columbus councils in Au Gres and Standish will host their annual free throw shooting competitions this weekend. more

STERLING — Completion of the free snowmobile safety class scheduled for Jan. 20 at the Sterling Sportsmen’s Association Clubhouse satisfies state regulations for young riders. more

LINCOLN TWP. — A semitrailer that overturned while exiting the US-23 connector in Lincoln Township Jan. 14 caused minor injuries to the driver and traffic diversions for several hours. more

The WELL hosted its second annual flag football fundraiser at the Standish-Sterling fieldhouse Saturday, Jan. 13. more

ADAMS TWP. — Seismic testing at the county’s Oasis Lake Park to determine whether further exploration for oil or natural gas is warranted could begin this summer. more