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06/06/2026

Moving on up

There wasn’t a dry eye—or an empty seat—in the high school auditorium on the evening of May 19. Family, friends, and community members gathered for a milestone event: the annual kindergarten graduation ceremony.

https://www.arenacindependent.com/news/2026/06/02/h1-moving-on-up-h1/

06/05/2026

Prout places second at state

Sophomore Reegan Prout of Standish-Sterling Central High School placed second in 300-meter hurdles in state with a personal best time of 44.76.

https://www.arenacindependent.com/sports/2026/06/02/h1-prout-places-second-at-state-h1/

06/04/2026

ACF awards grant to support local Girl Scouts

ARENAC — Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan received $8,000 from the Forward Corporation Donor Advised Fund at the Bay Area Community Foundation through the Arenac Community Foundation. These funds will provide the immense benefits of the Girl Scout experience to more girls in Arenac County.

https://www.arenacindependent.com/community/2026/06/02/h1-acf-awards-grant-to-support-local-girl-scouts-h1/

05/27/2026

Keep fire danger in mind, especially in northern Lower Peninsula

Dry conditions and wind have elevated fire danger across much of Michigan, with the risk particularly high in the northern Lower Peninsula due to downed trees and branches from the March 2025 ice storm.

https://www.arenacindependent.com/opinion/2026/05/18/h1-keep-fire-danger-in-mind-especially-in-northern-lower-peninsula-h1/

05/26/2026

Interesting facts about Memorial Day

Memorial Day is celebrated at the end of May each year to honor those who lost their lives while serving in the Armed Forces. Memorial Day, the origins of which can be traced to the aftermath of the American Civil War, holds deep historical significance, and the following are five facts about the holiday.

https://www.arenacindependent.com/news/2026/05/18/h1-interesting-facts-about-memorial-day-h1/

05/25/2026

Consumers Energy expands outreach across Michigan, helping customers manage and pay bills

Over 30,000 calls and in-person meetings provide assistance

JACKSON — Consumers Energy continues to expand its outreach to Michigan customers, reaching over 30,000 people directly this year through phone calls and in-person events around the state.

https://www.arenacindependent.com/community/2026/05/18/h1-consumers-energy-expands-outreach-across-michigan-helping-customers-manage-and-pay-bills-h1/

05/24/2026

Congratulations to the Class of 2026!

Standish-Sterling Central High School’s Class of 2026 received their diplomas during the commencement program May 15 in the school gym.

The Salutatorian Branton Bartlett and Valedictorian Addison Walker addressed classmates, faculty, friends and family.

https://www.arenacindependent.com/news/2026/05/19/h1-congratulations-to-the-class-of-2026-h1/

05/23/2026

Don’t move firewood

Remember to use safe firewood practices during camping season

LANSING–With camping season underway, the Michigan Departments of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) and Natural Resources (DNR) are reminding residents and visitors that invasive pests and diseases can hitchhike in untreated firewood, spreading easily from one location to another.

https://www.arenacindependent.com/community/2026/05/19/h1-don-t-move-firewood-h1/

05/22/2026

Wolverines grow as softball season progresses

There are seasons measured by wins, and then there are seasons measured by growth. For the Au Gres-Sims varsity Softball team, this stretch of the season has become about building the small moments that strong programs are built on.

https://www.arenacindependent.com/sports/2026/05/19/h1-wolverines-grow-as-softball-season-progresses-h1/

05/21/2026

Deer regulation changes for 2026 and 2027

Following extensive public input, the Michigan Natural Resources Commission on Wednesday approved several deer regulation changes for the 2026 and 2027 hunting seasons.

https://www.arenacindependent.com/community/2026/05/19/h1-deer-regulation-changes-for-2026-and-2027-h1/

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