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Four decades of fire service comes to an end

Four decades of fire service comes to an end

“No more late night calls or politics to deal with.”   IMLAY CITY — After more than four decades of service the community in which he lived, Imlay City Fire Chief Rick Horton will trade in his fire gear for a “honey-do list” and a well deserved retirement at the...

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Sage Creek progress drags on

Sage Creek progress drags on

Agreement anticipated for next commission meeting   IMLAY CITY — The proverbial can continues to be kicked down the road when it comes to a new business locating a new facility here. The owners of the Memphis-based Sage Creek Winery attended an Imlay City...

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$700K  to go in coffers for retirees

$700K to go in coffers for retirees

Capac receives State pension funding   CAPAC — The Village of Capac has been notified they are among those who have been awarded funding to help with their required State of Michigan pension funding. State officials recently announced more than $553 million in...

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New gym floor at Capac

New gym floor at Capac

Bids requested this fall for new FFA Barn   CAPAC — One step into the newly renovated Capac high school gym reveals a brightly lit, newly constructed hardwood maple floor surface that is a drastic change from the previous floor and one that is sure to please...

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Former Imlay City man guilty of sex crime

Former Imlay City man guilty of sex crime

Two felony charges bring 25 year minimum sentence   IMLAY CITY — The Imlay City police department distributed a press release last week, announcing a former Imlay City resident was found guilty of sex crimes involving a four-year old. According to Chief Brett...

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Karina’s ride brings smiles, hope to family

Karina’s ride brings smiles, hope to family

Freedom Cruisers Riding Club Chapter 65 raises $2,500 to help Imlay girl   IMLAY CITY — Life just got a bit brighter for one little girl battling a big disease. Karina Peterson, 7, was diagnosed with Optic Pathway Glioma, a brain tumor that threatens to rob her...

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Almont Heritage Festival this weekend

Almont Heritage Festival this weekend

Sixth oldest village hosts two-day event Fri. and Sat.   ALMONT — The proud tradition of Almont history will be in full display this weekend when the village, known as the sixth oldest village in the state, hosts visitors from around the area at the annual Almont...

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Almont school board ponders bond issue

Almont school board ponders bond issue

Price tag could be just under $60 million   ALMONT — What to include and how big should it be are two questions members of the Almont school board continue to grapple with as they put the finishing touches on a possible bond issue for voters to decide early next...

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