Ossineke
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Petoskey News Review
Gaylord's Up North Blueberry Farm preps for busy summer picking season
Mid-July through Labor Day weekend is “go time” for Up North Blueberry Farm owners Jodi and Bob Wagner. That’s because it is picking season for blueberry farms. There aren’t many blueberry farms in Northern Michigan because the soil tends to have lower pH levels, but the Wagner’s farm near Gaylord has had the right characteristics since they first planted blueberry bushes there in 2011, opening to the public one year later. Subscribe: Check out our latest offers Running a blueberry farm is a busy endeavor but a seasonal one, where late spring to mid-July constitutes the growing season. Blueberries generally are ready to pick within two or three days of August, and the farm remains open for pickers through Labor Day. “Weather plays a big role in exactly when the blueberries are ready and how big of a crop we have but it’s pretty consistent,” said Bob Wagner. “We have everything we need here with the irrigation and better soil than other parts of (Northern Michigan). Southwest Michigan is a better fit, but Michigan is not a big blueberry (producer).” Up North Blueberry Farm has over 2,600 bushes that have grown to an average of 72 inches, Wagner said. The
WBKB 11
Power restored to Alpena after severe thunderstorms knock out service to thousands
ALPENA, Mich. — Alpena Power Company has restored electricity to customers across the region following severe thunderstorms that swept through the area early Thursday morning. The storms began around 3:30 a.m. and impacted the entire Alpena Power Company service territory, causing widespread outages. At the peak of the outage, approximately 2,660 of the company's 16,775 customers lost power. By 6 a.m., about 2,500 customers remained without electricity, but restoration efforts moved quickly throughout the day. By 6 p.m., only 4 customers were still without power. The most severe damage occurred along the US 23 corridor south of Werth Road, as well as in the Ossineke and Spruce areas. Ken Dragiewicz, president and CEO of Alpena Power Company, emphasized the importance of safety as crews worked to restore power. "Safety is the most important to us in the safety of our customers. If you ever see a down line, treat it as energized. Report it to Alpena Power Company and 911. Keep children away. Keep pets away so we can make sure it's secure and everybody has a safe 4th of July holiday," Dragiewicz said. Dragiewicz also acknowledged the region's challenging weather patterns this year. "It's been a tough year for
climatecosmos.com
7 lakefront towns retirees over 70 are quietly moving to in 2026
Most people assume lakefront retirement means burning through savings on a Hamptons-style waterfront estate. The truth is stranger than that assumption – the towns quietly pulling in retirees over 70 right now cost a fraction of what you’d expect, and almost nobody has heard of them. While everyone...
MLive
Michigan brothers fight hefty fees to run a lemonade stand
LANSING, MI – Seth Mielke, 11, and his two brothers – Ethan, 13, and Jonathan, 8 – sold lemonade at the Rogers City Farmer’s Market for three summers before the rules changed. One summer Friday last year, the trio was forced to stop. “I had lemonade...
fastfoodclub.com
This Overlooked Michigan Town Keeps Rent Under $800 While Offering A Relaxed Way Of Life
Tucked along the shores of Lake Huron in Iosco County, Oscoda, Michigan is the kind of town that most people drive past without a second glance. But those who stop and stay quickly discover something special: affordable rent, fresh air, and a pace of life that actually lets you breathe.
Radio Business Report
DirecTV Defeated Again At FCC In Duopoly Battle
DirecTV has been on an all-out assault at the FCC to do what it can to stop the transfer of control of broadcast TV stations to companies that would be adding to assets already in a given market. The reason, they bemoan, is the likely increase in retransmission fees they’d have to pay due to fewer owners, giving them more leverage.
Cheboygan Daily Tribune
Awakon Federal Credit Union named Community Enrichment Award winner
Awakon Federal Credit Union was recently named a Community Enrichment Award winner in recognition of its response to the March 2025 ice storm. According to Awakon’s announcement, they were selected as the Small Asset Size Winner of the Michigan Credit Union Foundation’s Community Enrichment Award, which celebrates credit unions in the state that exemplify the philosophy of “People Helping People.” "In the wake of the March 2025 ice storm, Awakon Federal Credit Union demonstrated extraordinary compassion and leadership by providing timely financial relief, supporting employees and opening their branches as places of help for the community,” MCUF stated when announcing the award. “Their response reflects the very best of the credit union mission and a true commitment to people helping people." Awakon officials received the award on June 4 in Grand Rapids. "We are incredibly honored to receive this award from the Michigan Credit Union Foundation," said Awakon Federal Credit Union President/CEO Scott Pauly in the announcement. "This recognition reflects the dedication of our staff, board of directors and leadership team, who are deeply committed to serving our members and communities, especially during times of need. As Awakon celebrates 75 years of service, we are proud to be recognized for
9&10 News
Awakon Federal Credit Union wins award for community support
Awakon Federal Credit Union in Onaway was named the Small Asset Size winner of the Michigan Credit Union Foundation’s Community Enrichment Award on June 4 in Grand Rapids. The recognition honors the credit union’s efforts during the March 2025 Ice Storm, which impacted communities throughout Northern Michigan. This statewide recognition celebrates credit unions that exemplify the credit union philosophy of People Helping People through extraordinary service to their members and communities. During the recovery efforts following the ice storm, Awakon provided immediate financial relief to its members, supported employees affected by the storm and opened its branches as places of assistance and support for the community. “In the wake of the March 2025 Ice Storm, Awakon Federal Credit Union demonstrated extraordinary compassion and leadership by providing timely financial relief, supporting employees and opening their branches as places of help for the community,” the MCUF said in a statement. “Their response reflects the very best of the credit union mission and a true commitment to people helping people.”