Clare begins process to seek new school bond proposal
By Pat MaurerCorrespondent Superintendent Jim Walter said in his Superintendent’s Corner column this week, “Over the past few months, we’ve begun exploring in earnest the physical needs of the District for the next several decades. The major emphasis has been…
One dies, One injured in Freeman Township crash
By Pat MaurerCorrespondent On the afternoon of January 22, a head-on collision on M-115 killed a Swartz Creek man and injured a Livonia teen.Clare County deputies were called to the crash scene on M-115 near Twin Lakes Avenue in Freeman…
Axe wielding suspect leads police on 10-mile chase
By Pat MaurerCorrespondent Clare County deputies were called Sunday when a 26-year-old Evart man, Brandon Thomas Sayles, broke a home’s window with an axe and fled when a woman in the home called 911.A release from the Clare County Sheriff’s…
Marion cancels 12 days of school so far, may have to make up 5
By John RaffelCorrespondent MARION – Marion school superintendent Steve Brimmer said the district has had to cancel 12 days in total this school year so far.“Some were due to weather, some were due to Covid, some were due to power…
Faces in the Crowd: Kelsey Vanderhoef-Schoch
Kelsey Vanderhoef-Schoch has always put family first.Growing up in Marion along with her 5 siblings, she learned how important it was to put your family first.And these days, along with her husband – who shares the same name, Kelsey Schoch…
Weather balloon drops in Marion resident’s back yard
On Monday, January 25th, at around 10 am, Marion resident Bob Friend was sitting in his living room when he noticed a small orange parachute falling into his backyard.“At first I thought maybe it was a balloon from a wedding…
Farwell girls top Pine River for fourth straight win
by Ben MurphySports Writer The Farwell girls basketball team didn’t have their best night defensively on Tuesday against visiting Pine River. Fortunately for the Eagles, they still had enough offense to win the non-league battle, 47-43.“We gave up a season…
Third-ranked NMC keeps on winning
by Ben MurphySports Writer McBain Northern Michigan Christian’s boys basketball team put their Division 4 third place ranking on the line Tuesday, in Roscommon. The Comets came away unscathed, taking down the Highland Conference foes, 75-62.NMC took a big 23-5…
Pat’s Bits and Pieces: Groundhog day is coming – could it mean spring?
I’ve been searching through old columns from the past few months of January hoping (unsuccessfully, I’m afraid) to find some inspiration for this week.It’s still winter out there and judging by the news this morning (Tuesday) I am glad I…
Postcard from the Pines: New Year, New Books
I love books. New books, old books. Books. As is his custom, the Gardener gifted me with a book at Christmas. What was different was that I had not requested one this year and so was utterly delighted and surprised.…
Missaukee board approves lease agreement
By John RaffelCorrespondent MCBAIN – Missaukee County Board of Commissioners, at its meeting last week, approved the proposed lease agreement with Huntington Bank for prosecuting attorney office space.Administrator Liz Vogel presented a request for an extension on the property lease…
Evart police report
By John RaffelCorrespondent Evart Police Department Weekly Report Jan. 10-23Jan. 10: Parole Violation – Officers were called to assist parole and probation to attempt to serve a parole violation warrant. Contact with the subject was made, and they were arrested on…
Push Ceremony welcomes new fire truck
By Jody Stewart The LaFayette Fire Department held a traditional push ceremony on Saturday the 22nd upon receiving their new much anticipated fire engine. Chief Dooty gave a warm welcome to the crowd that gathered to celebrate with the department.…
JV Rebels get win, Varsity boys stay ahead in area play
By Katie McElvy JV BoysThe Chambers JV Boys hosted Macon-East last week after falling to the Knights earlier in the season. This game provided much different results as the JV Rebels were able to both score points and play outstanding…
Obituary: Mrs. Myra Lee Looser
Mrs. Myra Lee Looser passed on Friday January 21, 2022 and went to be with her heavenly Father.Myra was born June 17, 1929 in Randolph County, Alabama to the late Robert Merrell Laney and the lateCloie Bailey Laney, Graveside services…
Obituary: Mrs. Betty Ruth Brand
Mrs. Betty Ruth Brand, age 91, of Lanett, Alabama passed away on Thursday, January 20, 2022, at the Bethany House in Auburn, Alabama.Mrs. Brand was born in Randolph county on December 20, 1930, to the late Trent Moon and Paula…
Obituary: Mrs. Charlene Wilkerson Thurman
Mrs. Charlene Wilkerson Thurman, age 82, of Dunwoody GA, passed away Wednesday morning, January 19, 2022, at her daughter’s residence in Rome, GA. Mrs. Thurman was born in Chambers County, Alabama on June 28, 1939, daughter of the late Roberts…
Obituary: Miss Carol Pledger
Miss Carol Pledger 69, of Tallassee, Alabama died Wednesday January 19, 2022 at the USA Health University Hospital in Mobile, Alabama.Carol was born in Chambers County, Alabama November 4, 1952 to the late Robert Charles Pledger and the late Doris…
Public invited to Paw Paw’s Bond Election presentation
PAW PAW – Tonight, (Thursday, Jan. 27), the Paw Paw community is invited to a public presentation and work session on the proposed May 2022 Bond Election, pending approval by the Board of Education. The meeting will be held at…
It’s cold, but feathered friends not bothered
On, Friday, Jan. 21, area residents woke up to cold temperatures, reporting zero degrees. Feathered friends didn’t seem to be bothered by the chilly temperatures as they gathered on Maple Lake in Paw Paw. As the morning progressed, the sign…
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