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Obituary: Marion Gene “Gene” Cowan

Marion Gene “Gene” Cowan, age 75, of Georgetown, Texas, went to be with his Lord on January 3, 2025, surrounded by the love of family and friends, and confident in a life everlasting. Mr. Cowan was born November 13, 1949, in Stockbridge Michigan to Ivan Gene and Eileen Delores (Carr) Cowan of Stockbridge, Michigan. He […]

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Rural Perspectives: House finch likely to be found near buildings, homes

by Diane Constable The non-native house finch (Haemorhous mexicanus) is seen frequently at our bird feeders year-round. They have naturalized without competing or displacing our native birds and are often seen with our native goldfinches. The first word of the scientific name, Haemorhous, means blood red for the male’s color and the second word, mexicanus, […]

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Get involved with SRSLY

SRSLY (text language for “seriously”) is a coalition of community members and partners working together to prevent youth substance use and support youth mental health. WHAT WE DO Student-Led Youth Programming Student-Created Awareness and Educational Campaigns Substance-Free Family Events Resource Development and Access Mental Health Trainings Parent Education Advocacy HOW TO GET INVOLVED Join the […]

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Obituary: John Jameson Wells

John Jameson Wells, age 96, passed away peacefully at Vista Grande Villa in Jackson, Michigan on December 27, 2024. John was born to Willet Sargent Wells and Leila (Jameson) Wells, on February 14, 1928, in Lansing, Michigan. His philosophy was to “love, laugh and enjoy every moment of life.” John did a short stint in […]