Friday, May 8, 2026

Human Trafficking charges coming for 2 men downstate!

Two men from downstate potentially face long prison sentences from an array of human trafficking charges, after a juvenile member of the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe was found in their car back on May...

Beal City woman arrested yesterday – formal charges coming!

A woman from Beal City was arrested yesterday for a sophisticated catfishing scheme that targeted (2) teens – including her own daughter – in a multi-year campaign of harassment that she allegedly reported to...

Congrats are in order for Kasey Zenher!

Kasey Zehner, who started as an Intern with the Greater Gratiot Development Inc, has now been promoted to Vice President by the Board of Directors. She a Native of Alma & has most recently...

Armed robbers from Isabella & Clare Counties have been charged!

An Isabella County man and three Clare County men were charged Friday afternoon with armed robbery and other crimes after an alleged attempt to steal drugs in Mt. Pleasant ended in a police chase...

City of Mt Pleasant is now accepting applications!

In an effort to get residents involved in their local government, the city of Mt. Pleasant is now accepting applications for their 7th annual Citizens Academy.  It will take place in weekly sessions, starting...

Gov. Whitmer awarding grant money to Midland County!

Gov. Whitmer has awarded $3.3 million in grants to help rebuild local roads in nine areas across Michigan, including $375,000 for Midland County. The County will also match with $357,270, giving Midland a total of...

Mt Pleasant fire chief set to retire this Friday!

After 25 years of service, Mt Pleasant Fire Chief Rick Beltinck will retire this Friday. He rose through the ranks throughout the years & has been Chief since 2015. Mr. Beltinck says he’s had...

Mt Pleasant middle school threat – not credible!

After investigating a potential threat of violence against Mt Pleasant Middle School, law enforcement found no credible threat against the school, that surfaced on social media last Thursday. Additional police presence was at the...

11th Annual Jingle Bell Run in Alma is Saturday!

The 11th annual Alma Jingle Bell Run is set for Saturday at Wright Park. Registration starts at 8am at the St. Marys School gym on W. Downie Street!  A Kids Reindeer Trot starting at...

Consumers Energy providing customers financial help this winter!

Consumers Energy is providing $7.25 million to customers who will need help paying their heating bills this winter.  The money is being distributed through The Salvation Army, TrueNorth Community Services, The United Way St....