Yeti, a Great Pyrenees, has made a home with Sawyer and Natalie Scott of Freeland. Sawyer is originally from Fenton Township, and the couple still has family and friends there.
In an age where stress has become a chronic companion for many, understanding how our nervous system functions and more importantly, how we can support and regulate it has never been more crucial. Our nervous system is more than just the silent operator behind our heartbeat or breath rate; it’s the command center for our emotional, physical, and mental responses. By nurturing its regulation through intentional practices and nutrition, we can build resilience, enhance well-being, and cope with life’s challenges with more clarity.
When we talk about living longer, most of us think of eating better, exercising more, and keeping up with doctor visits. But what if joy itself—the simple, everyday moments that make us smile—was just as important to our health as diet and exercise?
For 56 years, Capt. Harold “Red” Skinner has called the Linden Fire Department his second home.
After a long, sweltering summer, the crisp promise of fall feels like a welcome reprieve. Cooler evenings, golden leaves, an abundant harvest of delicious foods — and of course, a fresh start for your wardrobe. As we celebrate the dedication of first responders in this issue, it’s only fitting to take a page from their book and get prepared — this time, for the stylish season ahead.
In a time when the demand for firefighters is rising and departments across Michigan are struggling to fill positions, Genesee County has stepped up with an innovative solution—starting at the high school level. The Genesee Career Institute (GCI) Fire Academy, launched in 2021, is doing more than just preparing students for a career—it’s changing lives.
On the first Tuesday in August, communities across the nation join together for National Night Out, a community-building tradition that’s been fostering positive partnerships between residents, law enforcement and first responders since 1984. Today, more than 17,000 neighborhoods participate, hosting events filled with safety demonstrations, activities and plenty of family fun.
