David Leslie Lemerand of Mio was arrested and lodged in the Ogemaw County Jail for alleged assault with intent to do great bodily harm less than murder and aggravated domestic assault Monday, Jan. 22, according to a press release from the Michigan State Police. more

The annual March for Life was held Friday, Jan. 19, in Mio as peaceful protesters walked up and down M-33 and M-72 to mark the anniversary of Roe v. Wade Supreme Court ruling of 1973. more

Verizon customers in the Fairview and surrounding areas will receive better coverage following the construction of a 254-foot cell tower. more

The seventh annual Hoops for the House event will take place Jan. 27, and four teams will compete for the annual traveling trophy to raise funds and awareness for River House through a fun day of basketball. more

The Knights of Columbus hosted the annual Youth Free Throw Championship Saturday, Jan. 13, at Fairview Area Schools. more

For those in the area with no clothing to wear to an interview, new job or special event, the Comins Community Church has a full supply of dress and business casual clothes at no charge. more

Boys and girls aged 9-14 are invited to participate in the annual Youth Free Throw Championship Saturday, Jan. 13, hosted by the Knights of Columbus at Fairview Area Schools. more

The Oscoda County Sheriff Department will be offering a snowmobile safety class for kids older than 12 looking to take to the trails when snow finally settles on the ground this winter. more

The average daily temperatures for the month of December were below historical averages by roughly 3 degrees and aren’t expected to go up too much in the near future, according to Meteorologist Andy Sullivan of the National Weather Service. more

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