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New schedule for Ogemaw East
Some library events were canceled, but others moved to different locations.

Consumers Energy crews are responding
Crews will be working into the evening to assess damage and restore power safely and quickly

Red Flag Warning: Delay burning today, especially in northern Lower Peninsula
Michiganders, if you were planning to burn outside today – don’t.

Pioneer Power Club to host swap meet
Pioneer Power Antique Tractor and Gas Engine Club is holding its annual swap meet May 1-3.

West Branch City Council establishes social district
People “will be allowed to purchase alcoholic beverages from adjacent, licensed establishments and walk around, sit outside, and shop in those businesses that welcome social district beverages.”

Library fire in Prescott
The Ogemaw District Library Prescott Branch caught fire the night of April 22

Autism Awareness Community Event this Sunday in Irons Park
Organizers and sponsors are inviting all community members to Irons Park from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, April 27 for an event to raise awareness of autism.
County commission updates
The Ogemaw County Board of Commissioners met Tax Day, April 15, to adopt the county’s 2025 equalization report.

Forest Lake wildfire origin remains under investigation
MDNR's Law Enforcement Division is investigating the wildfire that burned more than 35 acres in the Forest Lake area April 13.