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Hoadley sworn in

State Rep. Mike Hoadley of Au Gres, was sworn in Jan. 8 for a second term in the Michigan House of Representatives

Maternity unit welcomes 500th baby

The Maternity Unit at MyMichigan Medical Center West Branch celebrated its 500th birth on December 31. Baby girl Aurora Jean was born on the last day of the year at 10:43 p.m., weighing 5 pounds 12 ounces, and 19 inches long. Proud parents are Alexis Madigan and Jason Moore of Standish. Aurora is the couple’s second child, joining brother Jason in the family of four.

Bill honoring U.P. Veteran Gerald Elliot signed into law

Last week, Rep. Jack Bergman’s bill, “Gerald’s Law,” was officially signed into law as a part of the Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act, closing a loophole that denies certain terminally ill veterans their VA burial allowance if they do not pass away at a VA facility.

Apply now for scholarships

New scholarship option for OHHS graduates The North Central Michigan Community Foundation (NCMCF) is accepting applications for its 2025 competitive scholarship program. Current and former… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close