Safety tips can keep the sparkle during July 4th celebrations
      With the Fourth of July upon us, many people have begun to plan their day filled with parade watching, family cookouts and one of our nation's favorite traditions: fireworks. However, fireworks can turn a joyful celebration into a dangerous situation if used or viewed inappropriately.
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Beach water quality info available to swimmers
      As part of National Clean Beaches Week, June 29 through July 5, the Department of Environmental Quality is encouraging Michigan residents to learn about the local water quality before visiting the beach this summer.
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RELAY KEYCHAIN MAKERS
      The McKinnie sisters, Rachel 12, and Emily, 10, of Gibraltar display a keychain they designed and made for the Relay for Life, Roscommon County.
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Rosco blood drive exceeds goal
      The June 25 Red Cross blood drive in Roscommon surpassed its goal. A total of 71 people registered, with 59 units of blood accepted. The goal was 50. First time donors were Sheri Brandenburg, Adam Rodgers, John Cato, Dale Carpenter and Charles Rogers. Achievement pins were given to Lawrence Dashner, 16 gallons; Wilma Barber, eight gallons; and Cal Philips, one gallon.
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will be sold during the two-day event. (CHP) Tipped employees asked to help 'tip the scales' at Relay
      The "Woodland Warriors," a Relay for Life team consisting of members from Woodland Dental, are asking tipped employees to help "tip the scales" at the 2007 event, scheduled for July 14-15.
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Food safety should be part of summer festivities
      The Michigan Department of Agriculture is advising picnickers to put food safety on the front burner as summer temperatures rise. Cases of foodborne illness increase between May and September when food is cooked outdoors, and refrigeration and washing might be overlooked. The warm weather also aids in the multiplication of harmful bacteria.
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