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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...

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...

Board questioned on transparency; lack of communication to voters
Expected to submit preliminary bond proposal to State ALMONT – The Almont high school media center was filled with concerned residents and staff Monday evening, many of whom had questions regarding a potential bond issue. For months, the Board of Education has...

$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...

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...

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...
Key suspect in alleged massage parlor case passes away
ICPD cracked case involving sex trafficking IMLAY CITY — One of two suspects in an alleged massage parlor operation in Imlay City has passed away. Police Chief Brett Selby said Anthony Joseph Juip recently passed away, leaving one other suspect to face court...

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...

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...

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...