From Jo-Ann and Richard Clark:
Thank you to our public health department and its Health Officer Michael Snyder. We received our COVID vaccine at Bay College on Monday, January 11. The process of registering and being vaccinated was seamless and well-organized. The staff were courteous, efficient, and professional. We have read about the confusion and frustration people have faced in other states as they try to access the vaccine.
We are so thankful that our state distributed the vaccine quickly. After we read the health department’s press release about the vaccine being available to those 65 and older, we immediately scheduled an appointment. Thank you Public Health Delta & Menominee Counties.
From Menominee County Sheriff Mike Holmes:
In 2015, multiple organizations created National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. It is a day to show appreciation to law enforcement officers, and recognition for the difficult and sometimes impossible career they have chosen. With the added stress of COVID-19 this year, our officers have risen to the challenge, adding equipment and measures to keep themselves and the public healthy and safe. To show your support for our deputies, you can: Wear blue clothing in support of law enforcement. Send a card of support to your local agencies. Give blood in the national Blue Blood Drive. Shine blue lights from your home. Take treats or lunch to a local department. If you see a police officer, deputy or trooper, thank them! Each day they serve to protect citizens and it’s time to say thank you!
From Anne and David Schaaf of Escanaba
In such a dark world, the heavens were lit up by the carolers who serenaded our home on South Eighth Street. Lovely singing, terrific drums, and their expressions of joy and happiness, gave us the beauty of Christmas.
Thank you most deeply for giving the magic and love of Christmas, making the world a better place !
Each Saturday the Daily Press salutes individuals and groups from our area who have had a very positive impact on the way we live.
We identify our bouquet recipients in one of two ways: from Daily Press news pages and from nominations sent in by our readers.
From Rachel M. Heath, blood collection coordinator, U.P. Regional Blood Cente
On behalf of the U.P. Regional Blood Center, I would like to thank, AirMed Care for hosting a blood drive in the month of November. As a result of their efforts, we collected nine pints of blood. I would also like to thank all the community members that took the time to come to the blood drive to donate blood and “give the gift of life.” Because of your generosity, we received enough blood to potentially save 27 lives across the Upper Peninsula. The blood donated with the U.P. Regional Blood Center stays in the Upper Peninsula and supplies your hospital and 12 other U.P. hospitals. Thank you for supporting your community blood center. We hope to see you again at another AirMed Care blood drive in 2021.
From the Delta County Chamber of Commerce:
To the Rapid River Business Association and all the volunteers and sponsors who planned and organized the wonderful drive-thru Christmas light show. Thank you for keeping the cheer here in Delta County and lighting up the community with smiles.
Each Saturday the Daily Press salutes individuals and groups from our area who have had a very positive impact on the way we live.
We identify our bouquet recipients in one of two ways: from Daily Press news pages and from nominations sent in by our readers.
Mail us a postcard or letter identifying your nomination and putting into detail what they’ve done. Include your name, address, and phone number. Send nominations to Saturday Bouquets, The Daily Press, 600 Ludington Street, Escanaba, MI 49829.