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Races for Sanilac County Commissioner, Road Commissioner, House of Rep., Senate, and Judgeship on Aug. 5 Ballot

(AREA) -- Sanilac County voters will see a couple contested races on the August 5 primary ballot. In the race for District 2 County Commissioner, incumbent Justin Faber of Deckerville is being challenged by former commissioner Nort Schramm of Sandusky on the Republican ticket. The District 3 race has newcomer William Watson of Lexington running against incumbent John Hoffmann of Applegate. There is no Democratic…

Written on Wednesday, 23 April 2014 11:55
Culinary Institute of Michigan opens restaurant

(PORT HURON) -- The Culinary Institute of Michigan has opened a learning restaurant for students to get practical experience at Baker College of Port Huron. Courses restaurant is open from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday through Friday. Second-year students prepare and serve the food under the watchful eye of instructors. A full menu of appetizers, salads, entrees and desserts is available at the restaurant,…

Written on Wednesday, 23 April 2014 11:54
D.A.R.E. Track Meet in Deckerville, May 1

(DECKERVILLE) -- The Sanilac County Drug Task Force will host the 23rd Annual Junior High Invitational Track Meet Thursday, May 1 on the Deckerville High School Track at 4 p.m. Boys and girls from all seven Sanilac County Schools will participate in track events. The public is invited to attend free of charge. The D.A.R.E. Program is in its 24th consecutive year of teaching students…

Written on Wednesday, 23 April 2014 11:54
Sandusky H.S. Valedictorian and Salutatorian Announced

(SANDUSKY) -- Sandusky Schools have announced that Melanie Mrozek is the Valedictorian and Jarred Dorman is the Salutatorian of the graduating class of 2014. Melanie is the daughter of Scott and Donna Mrozek. She plans to attend Central Michigan University in the fall to pursue a degree in Psychology and a Masters in Industrial and Organizational Psychology. Melanie is the President of that National Honor…

Written on Wednesday, 23 April 2014 11:50
Lapeer County Seasonal Speed, Load, and Weight Restrictions to be lifted this week

(LAPEER COUNTY) -- The Lapeer County Road Commission reports that frost laws will be lifted, effective Friday, April 25 at 12:01 a.m.

Written on Tuesday, 22 April 2014 14:52
Marysville woman hospitalized following collision with semi

(PORT HURON TOWNSHIP) -- An 83-year old Marysville woman was hospitalized after her vehicle collided with a semi-truck Tuesday afternoon. St. Clair County Sheriff's deputies say the crash took place shortly before 1 p.m. when the woman was traveling west on Lapeer Road. As she attempted to make a left turn onto Range Road, she turned into the path of a semi-truck, driven by a…

Written on Tuesday, 22 April 2014 14:43
Marine City plans to cut lifeguards at beach

(MARINE CITY) -- Plans in Marine City call for cutting lifeguards and closing bathrooms at its beach as part of a budget-balancing effort by the community along the St. Clair River. Cutting lifeguards will reduce an about $200,000 city deficit by about $30,000. A public hearing on the $1.9 million budget is May 15 and commissioners are expected to vote on the budget at a…

Written on Tuesday, 22 April 2014 14:42
Historic railroad depot to be moved 900 feet away

(CLARE) -- A century-old mid-Michigan railroad depot will soon be on the move. The Clare Railroad Depot is set to move about 900 feet away on Tuesday. The historic depot was used to transport lumber, goods and supplies to the city, which developed at a crossroads of two important railroads. It was the focal point for arrivals and departures until the advent of the automobile.…

Written on Tuesday, 22 April 2014 14:42
DNR reminds residents that spring wildfire season is under way

(AREA) -- Although many parts of the Upper Peninsula may still have signs of winter and rain showers have swept across much of the state, the DNR reports that firefighters from numerous fire departments have responded to multiple wildfires in the Lower Peninsula. With conditions being right for wildfires, the DNR urges the public to keep prevention and safety in mind, especially when doing spring…

Written on Tuesday, 22 April 2014 14:40
School districts get leeway in making up snow days

LANSING, Mich. (AP) - Michigan is giving school districts more flexibility in making up for snow days this academic year. Districts that had scheduled more than the required 174 days of school can now hold just that number if they still meet the required 1,098 hours per school year. Schools that exceeded the six cancelled days allowed under state law may not need makeup days.…

Written on Monday, 21 April 2014 14:55

State Senator Phil Pavlov adds April office hours

(ST. CLAIR COUNTY) -- 25th District State Senator Phil Pavlov of St. Clair Township will hold office hours for his constituents on Friday, April 25 from 8-9 a.m. at Antonio's Corner Cafe, 4196 Pointe Tremble Road in Clay and from Noon-1 p.m. at the Harsens Island Schoolhouse Grille on Harsens Island. No appointment is neccessary. Residents are welcome to hear a legislative update and discuss…

Written on Tuesday, 22 April 2014 14:41
Preventative Medicine for Adults Presentation at MRH

(MARLETTE) -- The Marlette Regional Hospital Foundation is hosting a free seminar that will provide an overview of "Preventative Medicine for Adults," on Thursday, May 1 from 5-6 p.m. in the Seton Lobby at Marlette Regional Hospital. Board certified family medicine physician Dr. Jabir Akhtar will share valuable health information with an opportunity for questions and answers. Topics include immunizations, chronic conditions, and injury prevention.…

Written on Tuesday, 22 April 2014 14:41
Imlay City Farmers' Market Opens 2014 Season on May 1

(IMLAY CITY) -- Opening Day at the Imlay City Farmers' Market is May 1. Now in its 9th year, the market is located on the corner of Third and Main Street in downtown Imlay City and will be open Thursday's from 1-6 p.m. New features this year include the re-surfaced parking lot and the only electric car charging station in Lapeer County. Visitors will find…

Written on Tuesday, 22 April 2014 14:29
Dog Show Fun Match May 3rd in Sandusky

(SANDUSKY) -- The Sanilac County 4-H Dog Program is hosting the Annual Dog Show Fun Match at the Sanilac County Fairgrounds in Sandusky on Saturday, May 3. Mixed breed and pure bread dogs accompanied by their owners are invited to compete in the serious areas of obedience, rally, showmanship and agility and in fun classes that include the fun-n-zany obstacle course, best dog trick, and…

Written on Monday, 21 April 2014 14:54

Detroit Pistons sign with new FM radio station

AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) - The Detroit Pistons say they're shifting their radio broadcasts to WMGC-FM, with the station providing "around-the-clock coverage" of the NBA team. The Pistons announced Tuesday that they've signed a multi-year contract with the station. The team's games have been carried by WXYT-AM and -FM. The team says WMGC will broadcast all 82 regular-season games ad any playoff games. It says…

Written on Wednesday, 23 April 2014 11:49
Bruins beat Red Wings 3-0 in Game 3, take 2-1 lead

DETROIT (AP) - Tuukka Rask finished with a 23-save shutout to give the Boston Bruins a 3-0 win over the Detroit Red Wings on Tuesday night for a 2-1 playoff series lead. Dougie Hamilton and Jordan Caron scored in the first period, and Patrice Bergeron added an empty-net goal late in the game. The Presidents' Trophy-winning Bruins are ahead for the first time in the…

Written on Wednesday, 23 April 2014 11:48
Cabrera homers, Tigers beat White Sox 8-6

DETROIT (AP) - Miguel Cabrera hit a two-run homer, Justin Verlander pitched seven solid innings and the Detroit Tigers held on for an 8-6 victory over the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday night. Cabrera was 4 for 23 on this homestand before going 3 for 5 on Tuesday - including a homer and a double off Chicago's Charlie Leesman, who was called up from the…

Written on Wednesday, 23 April 2014 11:48
Strike 13? Flint-area bowler goes after record

CLIO, Mich. (AP) - A Flint-area bowler is taking aim at the Guinness World Records mark for most strikes in a minute. The Flint Journal reports that Jason Hicks of Clio last month unofficially tied the record, getting 12 at the Clio Bowling Acrade. The 35-year-old is planning to give it another try May 2 at the bowling alley that's owned by his family. Hicks…

Written on Wednesday, 23 April 2014 11:47