March 2024

Alger and Finn, the dynamic duo of K-9 dogs, kickstart their day with a noble mission: safeguarding and serving their community. Lately, they’ve been on the front lines, aiding the FBI and various undercover agencies in their crucial tasks. As they embark on their duties, Alger and Finn extend their heartfelt gratitude to the community for its unwavering support. They reserve a special shout-out for Sheriff Todd Brock and Undersheriff Steve Blank, whose steadfast backing fuels their dedication.

Q: My 16-year-old daughter has had joint aches and a rash on both cheeks for quite some time; I finally took her to our doctor about it and was told she probably has lupus and ordered some blood tests. Is this serious?

The Michigan tax forms have arrived! So now we have the Federal tax forms and instructions as well as the state forms- all free for the taking. And as always, if there is a more specific tax form or schedule that you need, we can print via irs.gov or Michigan. gov/taxes for .15 cents per page.

While the Upper Peninsula has much to offer, part of the fun is just getting here. Visitors coming from lower Michigan have the opportunity to begin their time in the U.P. by driving over the Straits of Mackinac, where Lakes Michigan and Huron meet, on the nearly 5 mile long Mackinac Bridge, currently the fifth longest suspension bridge in the world. Taking four years and costing over $70 million dollars (over 700 million in today’s money) to build, the bridge connected lower Michigan and the Upper Peninsula by car for the first time.