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Wednesday, September 10, 2025Rachel Cleminson, MD, Joins Munson Healthcare OMH Medical Group Family Medicine
Rachel Cleminson, MD, Joins Munson Healthcare OMH Medical Group Family Medicine Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Rachel Cleminson, MD, to the Otsego Memorial Health (OMH) Medical Group Family Medicine team. Dr. Cleminson chose to practice family medicine because she loves building long-term relationships with her patients, as well as the variety a family medicine clinic setting brings to her day. “I enjoy collaborating with my patients so that they can live the healthiest life
Tuesday, September 09, 2025Local Expertise, Modern Solutions: Sarah Harding Now with Real Broker
Sarah Harding is proud to announce her affiliation with Real Broker, bringing innovative resources and a modern approach to real estate in Northern Michigan. Real leverages leading edge technology, cloud based systems, and a collaborative network of agents to deliver a more streamlined and client focused experience. Born in Gaylord, and having lived and worked here for the past 15 years, Sarah has deep roots in the community she serves. Her passion for real estate is fueled by a deep love for Gaylord and
Tuesday, September 09, 2025Munson Healthcare Donates $5,000 to Otsego County Food Pantry to Expand Healthy Food Access
Munson Healthcare Donates $5,000 to Otsego County Food Pantry to Expand Healthy Food Access Gaylord, MI - Munson Healthcare is proud to announce a $5,000 donation to the Otsego County Food Pantry, reinforcing its commitment to improving economic security and food access across northern Michigan. This contribution aligns with the priorities identified in Munson’s most recent Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA), specifically addressing economic security and access to nutritious food. This
Thursday, September 04, 2025Angela Keough, DO, Joins Munson Healthcare OMH Medical Group – Family Practice
Angela Keough, DO, Joins Munson Healthcare OMH Medical Group – Family Practice Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Angela Keough, DO, to the OMH Medical Group – Family Practice team. Dr. Keough attended medical school at Arkansas College of Osteopathic Medicine and is board certified in Family Medicine/Osteopathic Manipulative Therapy by the American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians. She completed the Munson Family Medicine Residency Program. Dr. Keough was inspired to join the
Wednesday, September 03, 2025Munson Healthcare Announces New Executive Director of Ambulatory Surgery Centers
Munson Healthcare Announces New Executive Director of Ambulatory Surgery Centers Gaylord, MI – Munson Healthcare is pleased to announce the appointment of James Pavetto as the new Executive Director of Ambulatory Surgery Centers, effective August 18, 2025. Pavetto will lead the daily operations of the two new Ambulatory Surgery Centers in Cadillac and Gaylord, with both clinical and administrative oversight. “Having Jim at the helm of our Ambulatory Surgery Centers is a tremendous asset,” said
Wednesday, September 03, 2025Kirtland Community College Celebrates 60 Years of Community Service and Education in Northern MI
Kirtland Community College Celebrates 60 Years of Community Service and Education in Northern Michigan By Kirtland Community College Communications and Marketing Department GRAYLING, MI (Sep. 3, 2025) – Kirtland Community College is proud to announce its 60th anniversary, marking six decades of educational excellence, community partnerships, and service to northern Michigan. Throughout the 2025-2026 academic year, the College will celebrate this milestone with a year-long series of events,
Tuesday, September 02, 2025Great Lakes Energy Members Elect Three Board Directors
Great Lakes Energy Members Elect Three Board DirectorsBoyne City, MI -Great Lakes Energy (GLE) members recently elected three board members to the cooperative’s board of directors. Election results were announced at the cooperative’s annual business meeting on Aug. 27, 2025.In District 6, incumbent director Janet Andersen of Fountain was reelected, receiving 775 votes in an uncontested race.In District 8, incumbent director Howard Bowersox of Stanwood prevailed over challenger Andrew (Drew) Laughlin of
Wednesday, August 27, 2025Caleb Alley, DO, Joins Munson Healthcare OMH Medical Group General Surgery
Caleb Alley, DO, Joins Munson Healthcare OMH Medical Group General Surgery Munson Healthcare is pleased to welcome Caleb Alley, DO, to the general surgery team in Gaylord. Dr. Alley earned his bachelor’s degree from Cedarville University and his master’s in science from Purdue University Fort Wayne. Dr. Alley attended medical school at Liberty University and completed a general surgery residency at Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital. Dr. Alley pursued a career in general surgery because he enjoys the
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Tuesday, August 26, 2025Confirmed Case of West Nile Virus in Emmet County
Confirmed Case of West Nile Virus in Emmet CountyResidents are reminded to protect themselves from mosquitoesHealth Department of Northwest Michigan (HDNW) is reporting a confirmed human case of West Nile Virus (WNV) in Emmet County. WNV is the most common mosquito-spread disease in the continental U.S. It is passed from infected birds to humans through mosquito bites. Most people infected with WNV do not experience any symptoms. About 1 in 5 infected people may develop symptoms such as fever, headache
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Tuesday, August 26, 2025NEW NCMC EARLY LEARNING CENTER EXPANDS CHILDCARE OPTIONS IN NORTHERN MICHIGAN
NEW NCMC EARLY LEARNING CENTER EXPANDS CHILDCARE OPTIONS IN NORTHERN MICHIGAN PETOSKEY, Mich. — North Central Michigan College marked the opening of its new Early Learning Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on its Petoskey campus on August 19. The celebration included remarks from college leaders, guided tours of the state-of-the-art facility, and an invitation for the community to see firsthand how the center will address Northern Michigan’s childcare needs. The ceremony was attended by community
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Tuesday, August 26, 2025Consumers Energy Provides $2 Million to Help Qualifying Customers Offset Past Due Summer Bills
Consumers Energy Provides $2 Million to Help Qualifying Customers Offset Past Due Summer Bills $7 Million in Assistance Provided to Meet Needs This Year JACKSON, Mich., Aug. 18, 2025 – Consumers Energy is committing $2 million to help thousands of electric and natural gas customers who qualify to receive timely help to offset past due summer energy bills. Consumers Energy will distribute the onetime assistance payments through The Salvation Army. To qualify for the one-time assistance payment,
Tuesday, August 26, 2025Petoskey Community Health Center to Open September 29 Public Open House Scheduled for September 25
Petoskey Community Health Center to Open September 29Public Open House Scheduled for September 25 Petoskey, MI – Munson Healthcare is pleased to announce the grand opening of its brand-new Petoskey Community Health Center on September 29, 2025. Located at 1619 Anderson Rd, the 55,000 square foot space is designed to serve the healthcare needs of Petoskey and surrounding communities with a wide range of services and specialties. To celebrate, the public is invited to an Open House on Wednesday,
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