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- DNR needs help monitoring reptiles, amphibians in Michigan
![A frog hangs out in the water at Sanilac Petroglyphs Historic State Park in Cass City. If you see amphibians or reptiles while out exploring natural areas, parks, trails or even your neighborhood, please report your observations to the DNR at Michigan.gov/EyesInTheField. (Courtesy/Michigan Department of Natural Resources)]()
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- Health department pauses use of Johnson & Johnson vaccine
![The Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine sits on a table at a pop up vaccination site at the Albanian Islamic Cultural Center, in the Staten Island borough of New York. The U.S. is recommending a "pause" in administration of the single-dose Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine to investigate reports of potentially dangerous blood clots. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer, File)]()
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![The Webber Township board of trustees approved the rustic cabin ordinance and amendments to the adult use recreational marijuana ordinance during its meeting last week. (Star photo/Cathie Crew)]()
- LANSING — Each spring brings a new generation of wildlife, and while you’re enjoying the sights of the season, be sure to give wildlife plenty of space to raise their young while you watch from a distance. Young animals are often left... By From staff reports
- BALDWIN — Stop by the Pathfinder Library and check out these new titles added to our collection this week. BOOK OF THE WEEK: "The Paris Library" by Janet Skeslien Charles (fiction). Based on the true World War II story of the heroic... By by Sharon Wolfe
- LAKE COUNTY — The following is a list of community events happening in and around the area. If you have an event you would like posted on the calendar, or if any information is incorrect, contact cathie.crew@pioneergroup.com: • The... By Cathie Crew
- VICTORY TOWNSHIP — The West Shore Community College Art Department will host the 23rd annual Regional High School Art Exhibit beginning April 12, in the college’s Manierre Dawson Gallery. Student artwork will be displayed through April 30.... By
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- VICTORY TOWNSHIP — The final virtual presentation in this year’s West Shore Community College Humankind Series is "2 Holtwood Cottages: a Winterage," a film presentation and artist talk by Lucy Cash and Mark Jeffery, at 7p.m., Friday, April... By Submitted to the Star
- LANSING — New Health Insurance Marketplace subsidies that will help more Michiganders afford health insurance are available now on HealthCare.gov. The increased subsidies are part of the American Rescue Plan, which was signed into law in March.... By From staff reports
- Court documents show the amount of firearms, ammunition, and explosives a group of six men, plotting to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, had on-hand at their respective properties. In early October 2020, Adam Fox, Barry Croft, Ty Garbin, Kaleb... By Bradley Massman
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![The FiveCAP CFSP food distribution will be from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., April 14, at the Lake County FiveCAP office in Baldwin. (Star file photo)]()
- Millions of people get monthly Social Security benefits or Supplemental Security Income payments. Some need help managing their money. When we receive information that indicates you need help, we'll assign a representative payee to manage your... By Vonda Van Til
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![FiveCAP, Inc., assists low-income residents with food, water and other essentials. (Star file photo)]()
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![The Tiki Hut in Chase won third place and $1,500 to help expand his farmers market in the 2020 Pitch North competition. (Photo courtesy of Tiki Hut)]()
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![Jacob Riggs, an employee with the Lake County Road Commission was honored at the MichiganWorks! Impact Awards for his hard work and dedication to achieving his goals of becoming a heavy equipment mechanic. (Submitted photo)]()
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- The Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA) is leading a collaborative, statewide, data-driven effort to overcome Michigan's housing challenges. According to the Michigan Statewide Housing Needs Assessment, about 50% of our state's... By Submitted to the Star
- In April, the Federal Emergency Management Agency will begin providing financial assistance for funeral expenses incurred after Jan. 20, 2020 for deaths related to coronavirus (COVID-19) to help ease some of the financial stress and burden caused... By Submitted to the Star
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![The Pleasant Plains Township board of trustees adopted the FY2021 budget resolution during its virtual meeting this week. (Star photo/Cathie Crew)]()
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![The state has recently opened COVID-19 vaccinations to all persons over the age of 16. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has issued a statement saying that COVID-19 vaccines do not contain fetal cells. (Star file photo)]()
