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Memorial Day: More than a 3-day weekend
by Judy Williams and Jim Aust Back in 1968 when Congress moved Memorial Day from May 30 to the last Monday in May, many people opposed the change for fear the public might forget the meaning of the day. As the bereaved sister of young man who gave his life for this country, I attend […]
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Doug Prater: A father above and beyond
by Tina Cole-Mullins Doug Prater, a father figure to many youth in his church community, is also a man who shares his strong faith with his own children. “All my memories are special,” daughter Cyndi reflected. “He was simply always there for us, no matter what.” Prater, formerly a singer with the Glory Land Singers, […]
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BRINGING HISTORY TO LIFE
Members of Stockbridge Pack 768 and Chelsea Boy Scout Troop 425 gathered at Mackinder-Glenn Legion Hall Post 510 for the annual Remembrance Flag Placement Ceremony. The scouts placed approximately 500 American flags. “It makes history come alive,” Assistant Cub Master Jennifer Schipul said. “Kids get to see a representation of how many people actually […]
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A son honors his father, Curtis White for Father’s Day
by Larry White What makes my dad, Curtis White, special to me and my three siblings is that we know he really loved us and cared about us. We were not wealthy by American standards, but certainly had everything we needed. He was a good provider. We wanted for nothing. The four of us […]
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Reader supplied additional name of veteran who died within the year
Justin Wayne Allen served in the Iraq Freedom War. Died December 17, 2018.
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Ask an Expert: What a difference a part makes
by John and Theresa Kightlinger of My Body Shop This month we touch on the difference in parts used to repair a vehicle. Many consumers may be aware of the existence of tried and trusted non-OEM (non-Original Equipment Manufacturer) mechanical parts sold at traditional and highly advertised auto parts stores. Sears Die Hard batteries, NAPA, […]
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Waterloo Township Board Unapproved Meeting Minutes April 23, 2019
Munith, MI 49259 Call to Order: 7:00 p.m. Pledge Present: Lance, Walz, Kitley, McAlister, Morency. Also present: 4 residents and Don Beagle representing Aggregate Resources. Public Comment: None. Consent Agenda: Kitley motioned with support from Walz to approve the consent agenda as presented. Aye/all; no/none. Motion carried. SPECIAL ORDER: Don Beagle gave an update on […]
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Obituary: Donald Steffey
Donald Steffey, age 93, of Stockbridge, Michigan, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 22, 2019 at his home. He was born on September 24, 1925, the son of Irving and Ida (Pierce) Steffey. On February 18, 1948, he married Sally Ann Briggs, and she survives. Also surviving are his children: Larry (Holly) Steffey […]
Death Notice – Donald Steffey
Donald Steffey, Stockbridge died May 22, 2019. Funeral Services to be held May 29 at 1:00 p.m.Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home. Visitation, May 28, 5-8 pm at Funeral Home.
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Student of the Month: fifth-grader Wendy Cowan
by Cindy Lance Teacher Mrs. Brittany Floyd views fifth-grade student Wendy Cowan as “a role model student who continually gives her best effort in class and completes all work with quality in mind. She is very driven, takes enormous responsibility in her learning by asking questions, taking her time, and never giving up. Cowan is […]