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THIS HOUSE FINCH was pictured recently in the area.  --Courtesy Photo
The House Finch, originally a western bird, is now a common resident of the Saginaw Bay area. In some places it has displaced he native Purple Finch. In fact, it is easy to confuse the two species. These pleasant “rosy” finches are a common sight at winter backyard bird feeders. They also frequent...
Visit https://www.canr.msu.edu/home_gardening/events for more information on the following events. • Cabin Fever Conversations - April 10th at 10 a.m. (online). Lively gardening conversations with passionate experts to keep your mind engaged while staying inside. Held Fridays at 10 a.m. • Pruning...
As the coronavirus pandemic threatens public health and the U.S. economy, more people are working from home on a regular basis. The move follows social distancing guidelines as an attempt to slow the outbreak, but keeping scattered workforces connected and productive can be challenging for managers...
WOOD DUCKS have made their nests in some of the boxes at the McLean Nature Preserve. Photgraphed is a box that already has eggs in it.  --Courtesy Photo
In normal times, the McLean Nature Preserve would be planning their spring programs, but, like many others, the COVID-19 pandemic is making a delay necessary. Nature, on the other hand, is on a normal (or slightly early) schedule. We would like to occasionally share with you photos which reflect...
With children being home for the coming weeks, it is important to keep their minds active. Below are some resources with activities that various organizations have created for parents and kids to try at home. • https://stemecosystems.org/covid19-resource-library/ It’s times like this when the power...
Need a refresher on the U.S. Census? Here are some key points: •Everyone counts. The U.S. Census counts every person living in the United States once every 10 years. •Your privacy is protected. Information collected through the census is 100% confidential and will not be shared with anyone. •The...
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For Pinconning area businesses, uncertainty about the COVID-19 virus, and various Executive Orders intended to prevent it’s spread, has resulted in those able to remain open taking a day-to-day approach to operations. Several of the restaurants who initially intended to remain open quickly...
Due to public health concerns, and as a measure to combat the spread of COVID-19, the the Friends of the Pinconning Community Center is canceling its Antique Appraisal Day that was scheduled for Saturday, April 4 at the Community Center. It is disappointing to cancel this fundraiser, however, the...
From a distance, this elegantly colored creature may appear to be just a little brown bird. Viewed up close, it looks like a porcelain figurine. The Cedar Waxwing is a common bird of our region, and a very distinctive one, with a black mask, cherry red wing tips, and a yellow tail fringe. In the...

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