As frigid temperatures descend on Northern Michigan for the season, there is assistance for those concerned that heating costs may be too much for their budget to handle. more

Santa, Mrs. Claus and a couple reindeer traveled from the North Pole to visit families in downtown West Branch for the annual Christmas Fantasy Saturday, Dec. 15. Children told Santa what they … more

Participants struggled to control their mounts and keep their composure while competing in this years FFA Donkey Basketball fundraiser at Ogemaw Heights High School. more

Several children were able to shop with a sheriff’s deputy, Michigan State Police trooper, West Branch police officer or another member of law enforcement during the annual West Branch Shop With a … more

WEST BRANCH — In the hopes of easing community members’ pain after the loss of two teenagers and the near loss of another, six organizations have contributed to host an event focused on coping … more

People once again flocked to downtown West Branch Saturday, Dec. 8, to check out the lights on the many Christmas floats and to get a glimpse of Santa and Mrs. Claus at the annual West Branch Christmas Light Parade. more

Even though his attention is in high demand this time of year, Santa Claus made it a priority to visit families at the annual Alger Parks and Rec Christmas Party to talk to kids about their Christmas … more

The Cardinal Optimist Club of Skidway Lake hosted its Breakfast with Santa Saturday, Dec. 8, followed by the Richland-Logan Fire Department's Kids Christmas Party. ... more

A large crowd turned out for the annual Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day ceremony in Irons Park Dec. 7. "Yesterday, December 7, 1941 - a date which will live in infamy - the United States of America … more

WEST BRANCH — Claws and Paws Rescue is inviting animal lovers to come out Dec. 8 for its inaugural Jingle Paws adoption event, which will also include pictures ... more