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District Court

Recent activity in the 82nd district court has resulted in the following: Devon Michael Neely, of Alger, for attempted domestic violence: sentenced to 47 days in jail, credited 46 days, and one day to be served.
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Keep fire danger in mind

Fire danger is elevated across the state, so keep fire safety in mind whether your weekend plans including heading up north, doing yard work or hitting the trails. “Whether you’re traveling north or not, conditions are dry in much of the state.
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What does it take to get a business loan?

Let’s say you’ve got a business idea and you think it would fly. The more you think about it, the more excited you get, but there is just one thing holding you back — money. Considering a loan however, makes you nervous. Yet a loan may be what you need to get your idea to market, and the sooner you get it to market is the sooner you beat someone else who may get a similar idea.
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ACC Dean’s List

The following students from Ogemaw County have been named to the 2023 spring semester Dean’s List at Alpena Community College. Gage Kangas of Lupton Nathaniel Coon of Rose City Alexander Dings of West Branchs Bryce Zettle of West Branch The Dean’s List recognizes students of distinction whose grade point averages are between 3.50 and 3.99.
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Upcoming events

June 3: West Branch Optimist Club Fishing Derby, Irons Park, West Branch. Registration begins at 8 a.m.
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