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ABC 12 News (WJRT) — Several weeks ago, our own Ann Pirret brought you the story on the shortage of ambulance services in Genesee County. Well, one mid-Michigan emergency care provider is trying to help increase the number of trained people available. READ MORE.

AND Magazine – In 1986, a young Kolby Miller of Flint worked nights as a disc jockey and at an ice arena. During the day, he volunteered at the Swartz Creek fire department. Friends there told him of job opportunities at the area ambulance service. READ MORE.

Mid-Michigan NOW (NBC 25/FOX 66) – At a time when many have uncertainty in their employment picture, Medstar is stepping up with an opportunity to earn full-time wages while getting an education and moving into a rewarding career. READ MORE.

Roseville – Eastpointe Eastsider – EMS agencies throughout Macomb County are implementing new protocols for paramedics that will enable them to leave behind naloxone with patients and their loved ones following overdoses. READ MORE.

The County Press – At a time when many have uncertainty in their employment picture, Medstar Ambulance offers an opportunity to earn full-time wages while getting an education and moving into a rewarding career. Medstar is now providing Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) licensure training for all new employees. READ MORE.

C&G Newspapers – Macomb County is setting a statewide trend when it comes to innovative approaches to prevent future overdoses. The county’s Advanced Life Support agencies are the first in Michigan to carry naloxone overdose kits and leave them behind for distribution to patients and family members for future use. READ MORE.

Macomb Daily – The young bride and mother spoke of her pride at having married a police officer — a “man in a uniform” — and how she posted the news on her social media and plastered her car with “thin blue line” stickers to let the world know of their union. READ MORE.

Oakland Press – Medstar EMS & Mobile Healthcare opened a new ambulance station in Independence Township, at 5255 Maybee Road. Medstar will respond to emergency calls from nearby communities that request services and will also offer dedicated service contracts to local communities, according to an email from Medstar. READ MORE.

Local 4 News – Michigan’s largest 911 EMS and mobile healthcare provider, Medstar, will become the ambulance provider for McLaren Bay Region and the surrounding communities. READ MORE.

MLIVE.com – McLaren Bay Region is ending its EMS services and terminating 74 employees by the end of the summer, though the company stepping in is looking to incorporate those workers into its new system. READ MORE.