By Kevin W. Frank Department of Crop and Soil Sciences, Michigan State University
Purchasing quality turfgrass seed for reestablishing lawns or establishing new lawns is critical to the future success of the lawn. Several key words often seen on bags of lawn seed are common indicators of what turfgrass species the bag contains.
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A baby bottle and food warmer made by Munchkin has been recalled. The bottle and food warmers can overheat, posing a fire hazard. Munchkin has received nine reports of units overheating, several of which ignited, causing damage to countertops. More...
By Amy Polk
As Cedarville High School's Class of 2008 graduates move on to their next adventure, they will carry the advice of this year's class motto, a quote by Albert Einstein: "The important thing is to never stop questioning." They will need that advice More...
In the May 22 issue, a page 15 article, "Local Candidates File Petitions, Launch Campaigns for August 5 Primary," incorrectly stated the party affiliations of Scott Strait and Richard Oliver. Mr. Strait is a Republican and Mr. Oliver is a Democrat. More...
The Programming Committee of Friends of the Les Cheneaux Community Library will host a perennial plant exchange Saturday, June 7, on the library porch, in Cedarville. The exchange will be from 9 a.m. to noon, and everyone is welcome. More...
First Aid and CPR certification will be offered by the American Red Cross at the Great Lakes Boat Building School in Cedarville Thursday, June 5, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Those interested must register by June 2, by calling 484-4157. More...
A birdwatching outing is planned at the Birge Nature Preserve near Cedarville Saturday, May 31, from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Northern Michigan birder Sally Stebbins will lead the outing. More...
Kip Cline of Pickford was named to the dean's list at Michigan Technological University for the spring 2008 semester. Students must attain a 3.5 grade point average or higher to earn this academic honor. More...
By Paul Gingras
Astage backdrop depicting silver stars, a fiery comet, and the familiar pines surrounding Gros Cap School set the scene for the eighth grade graduation Thursday, May 22. More...
Danette Andrews, bookkeeper at St. Ignace Area Schools, won $1,000 to purchase books for students in kindergarten through eighth grade. More...
The Michigan Department of Agriculture (MDA) recommends the following tick prevention methods before heading into the woods: • Wear enclosed shoes to keep insects out, and light colored clothing to make ticks easier to locate for removal. More...
The Munoscong Ladies Golf League will host the annual Threewoman Scramble Monday, June 16, at 9 a.m. at Munoscong Golf Course in Pickford. The event includes 18 holes of golf and is limited to 40 teams. The registration fee is $135. More...
St. Ignace Youth To Compete in Clare County
With a week left to train, 10 St. Ignace 4-H Archery students are preparing to compete in a tournament May 31, in Clare County. More...
