Shoes to go to developing country
The John Crawford Chapter DAR wishes to thank the community for their assistance in collecting more than 3,000 pair of shoes. The shoes will be sent to a developing country to help micro entrepreneurs start a business and support their families. Special thanks goes to...
State’s core issues need attention
It was very concerning to hear Governor Whitmer’s governor’s priorities for 2020 in her State of the State address on January 29. I think there are core issues we need to focus on to continue our state’s success: infrastructure, education, and responsible budgeting....
School Choice Week Jan. 26 – Feb. 1
Thousands of Michigan students and teachers are donning yellow scarves this week to celebrate how different types of K-12 education help different students succeed. Schools, organizations and individuals are planning 1,778 events and activities, making up some of the...
Donations sought for 4-H auction
Lapeer County 4-H Youth Program is seeking donations for it’s 34th annual Spring Fundraiser Auction. The two day auction is the major source of funding for the county’s 4-H Youth Program. Donations of merchandise, gift certificates, services, collectibles, unique...
If that is what he did is it a crime?
It started in 2016. Before he was even sworn in Democrats were touting that the impeachment of Trump had begun. For over two years we heard over and over how Trump was a Russian agent, a puppet for Putin, a Manchurian candidate or worse. To the surprise of no one,...
Blood donors are urgently needed
The American Red Cross has extended its urgent call for donors of all blood types to give blood or platelets. With influenza escalating across the country and preventing some donors from giving, and winter weather threatening to cancel blood drives, the Red Cross now...
Don’t create hazards plowing snow
Snow has really piled up throughout Michigan, and the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is reminding residents living along state highways to be careful and follow the law as they plow or shovel snow. Two primary concerns are when residents and businesses...
Gifts given to children worldwide
I am writing to thank Imlay City area residents for sharing the true meaning of Christmas with children in need this past holiday season. Because of the generosity of donors in Imlay City and across the United States, Operation Christmas Child, a project of...
Event explores childhood trauma
Please mark your calendars for an important upcoming event being sponsored by the Four County Community Foundation Women’s Fund. Join us to learn more about Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and what we can do to help our patients, clients, students, family...
School Board Recognition Month
Capac Community Schools is joining 529 local and 56 intermediate school districts across Michigan to celebrate January as School Board Recognition Month. Our school board members spend countless hours of unpaid time working to provide the best possible education for...
