Cub Scout’s Pinewood Derby

By Sandy Edie Excitement was high Tuesday night March 21, as Cub Scout Pack 3130 prepared to run this year’s Pinewood Derby. Cub scouts complete some rank requirements as they learn about design and the proper use of woodworking tools to build their car. They receive...

Local student named essay contest winner

Three eighth grade students from Engadine Consolidated Schools have been named local winners in the 54th annual America & Me Essay contest, which is sponsored by Farm Bureau Insurance. The topic this year was “My Personal Michigan Hero”. Engadine’s participation...

Vietnam vet Dale Hardy honored for service

By Sterling McGinn Newberry resident and veteran Dale Hardy was recently honored by the Tri-County Veteran’s Fund for his service to the United States during the Vietnam War. The recognition took place on Sunday, April 2 at the American Legion Post in Newberry. Hardy...

Curtis Community Easter Egg Hunt

The Erickson Center for the Arts (ECA) in Curtis will be hosting their Community Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 8. Families are encouraged to arrive at 12:30 p.m. to meet in the upper level of the ECA building for registration. The egg hunt is scheduled to begin...

Curtis helps Hendricks Twp with UTV emergency vehicle

By Sterling McGinn Through a Graymont grant and assistance from the Fish and Hunt Shop in Curtis, the Hendricks Township EMS is receiving a new UTV (Utility Task Vehicle) for emergency rescue. Hendricks Township, home to Epoufette and the Cut River Bridge, is in...

Columbus adds new tanker to fire department fleet

By Sterling McGinn A shiny yellow 2200-gallon tanker truck has just been added to the Columbus Township Fire Department in McMillan. The vehicle, a 2000 Freightliner, arrived in McMillan on Saturday, March 18. It was purchased from Garfield Township in Clare County,...