Department of Natural Resources officers fatally shooting two mute swans has drawn quite a few nests full of negative reaction. » Full Story

ESCANABA — The first consideration of a presidential nominee when choosing a vice president resembles the Hippocratic Oath: Do No Harm. » Full Story

FLINT — It’s got to be tough to be a Republican strategist these days. » Full Story

TRAVERSE CITY — Barack Obama and John McCain each had politicians with Michigan ties, one extremely slight, on their widely trumpeted running mate “short list” — which often amounts to little more tha » Full Story

We hope someday you, your children and grandchildren won’t have to be reminded to mark a week from Thursday on your calendar. » Full Story

ESCANABA — The Toronto Globe and Mail reports that Steven Harper, Canada’s prime minister, is going to call for fall elections. It seems to be the prime minister’s prerogative. » Full Story

WASHINGTON — Today, over 1.6 million businesses owe more than $58 billion in unpaid federal payroll taxes accumulated over the last 10 years. The U.S. » Full Story

This week’s bouquets go to:



` From the Delta County Jaycees:

“Thank you to all the sponsors, volunteers and attendees for making the Delta County Jaycees’ 13th ann » Full Story

ESCANABA — I heard a profound statement recently on Larry King Live: “If God wanted us to vote; he would have given us a candidate. » Full Story

WASHINGTON — Michiganders pay $4 a gallon at the pump while oil companies make billions in profits. » Full Story