During the Beijing Olympics, there were great athletic triumphs as Michael Phelps dominated the pool, eight times, and U.S. Basketball, softball and volleyball teams showed how truly amazing our athletes can be when they face the best the world has to offer. more

2010 is the first year for the Standish Summerfest. Every week until the end of summer, there will be some kind of musical act located in the gazebo and at the Depot in Downtown Standish. From the Rifle River Folk Strings to classic Buddy Holly songs, the Summerfest has entertainment for music fans of all types, and it is free. more

Since Thanksgiving is just around the corner I thought it might be fitting to write about it. Thanksgiving is the holiday that is often overlooked by most, because as soon as Halloween is over, … more

Editor, I would like to make some serious points about the upcoming elections. First off, we as the people of Arenac County need to realize that it is just as important to make an informed choice … more

Christmas in our family has always been one of traditions that shifts and changes over the years. However, despite their dynamic nature, the changes have always felt like components to a proper … more

Throughout my 25 years on this great green planet, I have been very fortunate. Thanks to my parents, my two brothers, Mike and Jeff, and I have been to 49 out of 50 states. Pretty much any state you can drive to, we went, we saw, and we conquered. more

Editor, R. George Dunn writes that “the progressive income tax is . . . the greatest tool of Marxism . . .” (“Learn about, push for fair tax,” Letters, August 27, 2008.) I see Mr. Dunn … more

There are a lot of things that I like about my job; like sports coverage, meeting new people everyday, and writing King’s Ransom nearly every week. more

$10,000 behind in taxes? Losing your home to foreclosure? Have no fear! The Federal Reserve will save you! Don’t you wish it were that easy? more

I never really thought of myself as someone who would be living the small-town life. I grew up in the downriver area, south of Detroit, and spent a lot of time out with my friends there. These … more