How long does it take to purchase a phone system? If you are in Delta County, it can take up to nine months and counting. » Full Story

Let the fun begin as Washington tries to overhaul the health care system. » Full Story

Since President Obama is going to the trouble of fixing health insurance, I see no reason why he shouldn’t go the extra mile and fix a few other things that are wrong with the medical industry. » Full Story

As we celebrated Juneteenth, commemorating the day in 1865 that slaves in Galveston, Texas, learned that slavery had been abolished, the U.S. » Full Story

There are many people who do great things to help those who are less fortunate or down on their luck; however, there are those who feel sometimes something needs to be done. » Full Story

This week’s bouquets go to:



` To those who helped make BBBS golf outing a success:

The board, staff, volunteers and youth of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Bay... » Full Story

There is some not so good news coming out from the manufacturing industry in Michigan, particularly in the Upper Peninsula. » Full Story

EDITOR:

The unofficial start of summer sounded the start of the race to bring clean energy jobs to Michigan and the nation through comprehensive climate and energy legislation. » Full Story

EDITOR:

There was an article in the paper about the Soo Locks and the upgrades that are coming from the stimulus plan. I think it was for over $2 million. » Full Story

Dear Mr. President,

First, I voted for you as an Independent and also contributed to your Inauguration. » Full Story