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Rural Perspectives: Cardinals stay in our area throughout the year

by Diane Constable                                                                       The male northern cardinal (Cardinalis cardinalis) with its crimson red coloring and black mask is one of the most recognized birds in our area. It is named after the red robes worn by Roman Catholic cardinals. The female and juveniles are an olive-fawn color with a dab of red and with juveniles having […]

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Outreach in Action

Making the most of pantry foods during winter by Jo Mayer and Paul Crandall As local fresh food options dwindle in Michigan’s winter months, many folks turn to frozen, canned and packaged foods. The Outreach pantry offers all three types, including frozen meat, canned vegetables and fruits, and packaged mixes of all sorts. Outreach is […]