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Monroe County election guide: two running for District 6 county commissioner
MONROE COUNTY — Voters in Monroe County have more than 30 contested races in the Aug. 6 primary election. The Monroe News sent questionnaires to the candidates in the contested races. Profiles of the candidates in contested primaries will be published over the next several days. Below are the responses from incumbent District 6 county commission Republican David P. Vensel of Monroe who is being challenged for the county commissioner seat by Democrat Jerry McKart of Monroe....
Lynda Pfeiffer steps down as Fair baseball, softball tourney director
The Monroe County Fair Baseball Tournament recently crowned a winner for the 64th time. Thousands of players, coaches and fans have enjoyed the event during more than six decades, but just three people have carried the title of tournament director. Carl Cousino got it started in 1960 before handing the reins to his former...
Neighbors of Hope Announces Next “Fill-the-Truck” Event
Tecumseh, MI – Neighbors of Hope has announced their next ‘Fill-the-Truck’ event. It will take place on Saturday, August 3rd from 11am-4pm in the parking lot of Tecumseh Church of Christ, located at 312 West Chicago Boulevard in Tecumseh. The Neighbors of Hope ‘Fill-the-Truck’ event gives the...
Monroe in Pictures: 14th Annual Wine Crawl
MONROE — In an effort to showcase the people, places and events that make this city, this county, this community so wonderful and unique, we're creating a regular Friday edition feature — Monroe in Pictures. Every Friday you'll find images from throughout the community, captured by staff photographer, Tom Hawley, that show off the extra-ordinary happenings in and around Monroe. ...
Tecumseh wins Michigan Little League title
GROSSE POINTE FARMS — Two titles down, one to go for the Tecumseh Area Little League to make a trip to Williamsport, Penn. for the Little League World Series. The top Tecumseh all-stars have represented the area well, going 10-0 so far this summer, taking the District 16 title and then representing the District and claiming the Michigan state title in a 5-4 win against Richmond on Thursday. ...
After years of opioids agony, rural Michigan finds reason for hope
GAYLORD — Something different was in the air Thursday at an annual gathering of northern Michigan addiction service providers. While their work battling the epidemic remains grim, and their needs are great, many in the recovery community say there are also signs of progress after years of heartbreak. The...
Northern Lights Will Glow This Week And Be Visible In Michigan
If you always wanted to see the northern lights and missed the opportunity the last time Michigan caught a glimpse of this incredible experience, you may have a chance to see them soon. The odds are in our favor that parts of Michigan may get to see the aurora borealis.
Local hospital helping patients impacted by Rite Aid pharmacy closures
OWOSSO, Mich. (WILX) - Rite Aid recently announced that an additional seven locations in Mid-Michigan are scheduled to close. Rite Aid has closed more than 500 stores, according to court documents. Since declaring bankruptcy last year, Rite Aid has closed 165 stores here in Michigan. That means, Rite Aid customers across the state will need to find new pharmacies to get important medications filled.
Michigan Hospital Named One of the Best for Cancer Treatment in U.S.
When facing a cancer diagnosis, choosing the right hospital can make all the difference. America is home to some of the best cancer treatment centers globally, offering cutting-edge technology, groundbreaking research, and compassionate care. So how do you go about finding the very best in cancer care? The U.S. News...
Sounds of Switzerland brought to West Michigan on weekend retreat for alphorns
LOWELL, Mich. — Bellowing horns from the Swiss Alps have made their way to West Michigan for the 10th year as the Midwest Alphorns began their weekend retreat on Friday. An alphorn is a large traditional horn from Switzerland originally played by shepherds on the Swiss Alps. Often being...
FBI Warning Michigan Residents of New Crime Trend Called Jugging
A new crime trend has led to law enforcement warning everyone to be very careful at ATMs in Michigan. I was today years old when I learned of the term 'Jugging.' The FBI describes this new crime trend below,. Jugging refers to a crime in which a suspect, or group...
Michigan history and the EV future collide at a UP snowmobile museum
The Top of the Lake Snowmobile Museum in Naubinway honors a bygone era in Michigan transportation. Its mission has taken on a new meaning amid Michigan’s waning winters and motorsports companies pulling away from the snow business. For EV drivers the museum is something of an oasis in the...
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