It’s “Murder” at Roscommon Library with Two Critically Acclaimed Authors
Roscommon Area District Library is on the lookout for two masters of mystery coming their way when they host, not one, but two bestselling mystery authors who base their thrillers in Michigan....
View ArticleMichigan State Police Holiday Enforcement Efforts Highlight Operation...
During this Fourth of July holiday weekend, the Michigan State Police (MSP) is reminding motorists to make safety a priority during their holiday travel. Again this year, MSP troopers will join their...
View ArticleShowcasing the DNR – St. Helen a hub for ORV recreation
The first thing Paul Hittie does, when he gets to his destination at the Motorsport Area near St. Helen, is let air out of his tires. “To play on the rocks, I’ll run it down to 10 pounds,” he said,...
View ArticleWellington Farm Opens New Building
A ribbon cutting ceremony was held on June 29, Wellington Farm, USA near Grayling has opened a new historical display building. The building houses two machines which played a part in the industrial...
View ArticleRoscommon County Relays Big Enough to Exceed $100,000
The American Cancer Society celebrates 100 years this year and Relay for Life has been an intricate component in research dollars for the last 29 years. Relay for Life began when 1 man Dr. Gordy Klatt...
View ArticlePure Michigan Community Development Initiative Grants Available for Roscommon
In a meeting that was held at the Roscommon CRAF Center on Thursday, June 27th, attendees heard about new grant funding for downtown Roscommon businesses. Daniel Leonard, Community Assistance Team...
View ArticleRussell Kidd Retires from Roscommon County MSU Extension Office
December 15th, 1982 was a day that Russell Kidd would never forget. That was the day he was officially hired in the Roscommon Office of the MSU Extension Services. While his career started before that...
View ArticleBike Rodeo a Big Hit at Charlton Heston Academy
The Charlton Heston Academy (CHA) parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) collaborated with the Richfield Township Department of Public Safety on Saturday, June 29th for their first annual Bike Rodeo. The...
View ArticleCommunity Days at Camp Cobeac are in Full Swing
Camp CobeAc has opened up to the public for “Community Days” for family fun. The first Community Day for the year was June 29th where Camp CobeAc had numerous people and families show up to enjoy all...
View ArticlePatriotic Singspiration a Musical Joy on Independence Day in Grayling
July 2nd marked the first annual Crawford County Commission on Aging’s Patriotic Singspiration. Helen Nolan stated that she hopes this is the first of many for this event. The event had a good turnout...
View ArticleExperimental Aircraft Association Hosts Independence Day Community Fly-In...
The Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Chapter 1259 of Houghton Lake hosted an Independence Day Community Fly-in Luncheon on July 6th at the Houghton Lake State Airport. Families attended to see...
View ArticleFireworks Light up the Sky over Houghton Lake on July 5th
Over 700 fireworks were launched into the sky from the Houghton Lake State Airport on July 5th after dark by the Great Lakes Fireworks company out of West Branch. Hundreds packed the parking lot of...
View ArticleRAPS President Brian Hill Retires; Board Officers Appointed; Board Privatizes...
The Roscommon Area Public School (RAPS) Board of Education held their annual organizational meeting on Wednesday, July 10th. As Board President Brian Hill retires, new officer positions were in order....
View ArticleRoscommon Rotary Names Cathy Erickson President
Gary Long, 2012/2013 Roscommon Rotary President, “Passed the Gavel” to 2013/2014 President Cathy Erickson at the Annual Club Assembly on Thursday, June 27th. Gary’s term was highlighted by holding 3...
View ArticleT.J. Thomas & Kentucky Straits Pack Lawn At CRAF Center Gazebo Concert
Numerous times throughout the summer, the CRAF Center in Roscommon is host to concerts performed by a wide array of musical talents. The Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs and the Kirtland...
View ArticleKirtland College Hosts Annual Summer Semester Student Art Show
“This is one of the best watercolor summer classes I have ever had, they all did an outstanding job,” boasted art instructor Scott Rice during the 2013 End of Summer Semester Student Art Show. The show...
View ArticleSt. Helen Marathon Hosts Modern Craft Wine Tasting
The Sunrise Marathon Convenience Store in St. Helen broke the traditional mold of being just a gas station when they added their pizza to the mix. Known for their gas, beer, cigarettes and pizza,...
View ArticleCommunity Rehabilitation Services in St. Helen Hosts Community Picnic
On Friday, July 12th, Community Rehabilitation Services in St. Helen hosted a community picnic and everyone was invited. With fun for all ages that included balloons, games and prizes, everyone that...
View ArticleRoscommon County Sheriff to Host National Night Out
On Tuesday, August 6th, neighborhoods throughout Roscommon County are being invited to join forces with thousands of communities nationwide for the “30th Annual National Night Out” crime and drug...
View ArticleOld Friends Gather & Reminisce At Gerrish-Higgins/Roscommon Alumni Reunion
The school name was Gerrish-Higgins, then Roscommon, but to some it just does not matter. All alumni from the Roscommon school system were invited to the Gerrish-Higgins/Roscommon Alumni Reunion that...
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