By John RaffelCorrespondent MARION – The Marion Village Council, at its monthly meeting earlier in August, had discussion on how to spend the $49,977.46 in ARPA funds.Among the discussions was something to plow the sidewalks with. The village will check what other municipalities use and get some prices to bring back to the next meeting.Also Read More…
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Missaukee budget shows revenues $80k above expenses
By John RaffelCorrespondent LAKE CITY – Administrator Liz Vogel reviewed the fiscal year proposed budget for 2022-23 at the Missaukee County finance committee meeting last week.She also presented third quarter budget amendments for fiscal year 2022 and said the net change to the general fund is revenues exceeding expenditures in the amount of $80,600.07.Changes were Read More…
Osceola gas prices inching downward
By John RaffelCorrespondent MARION – Gas prices in Osceola County are averaging slightly above $4 per gallon according to figures released on Thursday by Triple A.While the national average is $3.99 per gallon as of Thursday, Michigan’s average is at $3.959.Osceola County is at $4.012, which is among the highest in the area. It compares Read More…
Law enforcement, family, friends gather to put Nichole to rest
By Steve LandonCorrespondent Heaven gained a beautiful new resident last week when Nichole Shuff of Farwell entered the pearly gates following an amazing life of achievement, love and adventure . On Friday morning August 5, family, friends and law enforcement officials from across the state gathered at the Jaime Performing Arts Center at Farwell High School to Read More…
Pat’s Bits and Pieces-Good times/bad news all on the same weekend
A trip to Gun Lake, complete with leisurely pontoon rides, the annual Maurer Reunion, and two of my family members being hospitalized made for a wonderful beginning and a scary ending to our weekend visiting Jack’s family.Every year on the first Saturday in August, the Maurer Clan and assorted Weavers and Beldings gather at the Read More…
Township may seek .5 mill for parks
BY SCOTT SULLIVAN EDITOR The Saugatuck Township Board was scheduled to vote Wednesday, Aug. 10 (too late for this week’s deadline) on asking voters Nov. 8 to approve a 10-year, 0.5-mill property tax assessment to operate, maintain and improve public parks and trails. The millage, which would generate an estimated $195,352 its first year, would Read More…
Mt. Baldhead Challenge comes home Sept. 10
The 22nd annual Mt. Baldhead Challenge will “come home” to downtown Saugatuck’s Wicks Park Saturday, Sept. 10. The Saugatuck-Douglas Rotary Club’s Saugatuck Public Schools’ Boys and Girls Club fundraiser, aka “The Ultimate Multi-Terrain Race,” will offer 8.2-mile “Challenge” and 12.5-mile “Extreme” courses encompassing scenic wooded trails and 302 steps to spectacular views from the summit Read More…
CA Rebels open season with tough schedule
By: Katie McElvy The Chambers Academy Rebels will kick off their 2022 football season on Thursday, August 18. As one of the first games to be played in the state, all eyes will turn to Chambers County as the Rebels start their journey with the hopes of another 2A playoff run. First, Chambers will play Read More…
Obituary-Mrs. Mary L. Ware Gibson
Mrs. Mary L. Ware Gibson, 81 of Opelika, AL passed away on Thursday, August 4, 2022, at East Alabama Medical Center in Opelika, AL. Public Visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 9, 2022, from 12:00 PM until 6:00 PM CST at Silmon-Seroyer Funeral Home Chapel in LaFayette, AL. Funeral Services will be held on Read More…
Unique kickball tourney raises funds for three children
By Jody Stewart Saturday afternoon at Avondale Park, LaFayette Councilwoman Tammie Williams’s plan for a kickball tournament came to life. A large crowd came out to participate in the fundraiser for the family of three children in the LaFayette community that are experiencing health issues. Eight teams were formed and competed in the first annual Read More…