Recall continues to be a goal in township
January 27, 2012 – 5:46 pm
Recall continues to be a goal in township

By Mary Drier
Staff Writer
AKRON — Wording on a proposed recall petition against an Akron Township official was approved Wednesday by the Tuscola County Election Commission.
The wording on the proposed recall against Akron Township Supervisor Donald …

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Advertiser columnist will shoot to benefit TABBBS
January 27, 2012 – 5:44 pm
Advertiser columnist will shoot  to benefit TABBBS

FRANKENMUTH — Local media celebrities will be aiming at $1,014 for their favorite charities when they take bow and arrows in hand on Friday, Feb. 3, at Bronner’s CHRISTmas Wonderland. The preliminary round of Bronner’s …

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Zehnder’s Snowfest has jungle theme for 2012
January 27, 2012 – 5:41 pm
Zehnder’s Snowfest has jungle theme for 2012

By Mary Drier
Staff Writer
FRANKENMUTH — Zehnder’s Snowfest 2012 is this weekend. The theme this year is “The Jungle.”
Snow sculptors started carving on Tuesday. They have to finish Saturday morning (today). The sculptures will then be …

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Friday accidents cause serious injury, road closure
January 27, 2012 – 5:39 pm
Friday accidents cause serious injury, road closure

By Stacey Tucker
Staff Writer
CASS CITY — Whether it was the weather or other factors, multiple accidents occurred in the county Friday beginning at 6:15 a.m.
According to Central Dispatch director Robert Klenk, three property damage accidents …

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County lays out plan for $900k shortfall
January 27, 2012 – 5:38 pm
County lays out plan for $900k shortfall

By Mary Drier
Staff Writer
After looking at numerous budget scenarios and several months of waffling, Tuscola County Commissioners voted Thursday to start making cuts to head off a projected $900,000 shortfall in the next two years.
About …

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M.I.R.A. posts weekend race results from Caro 150
January 27, 2012 – 5:37 pm
M.I.R.A. posts weekend race results from Caro 150

By Mary Drier
Staff Writer
CARO — The following are the Midwest International Racing Association (M.I.R.A.) scores for racers who competed in the Caro 150.
For the Pro Mod Enduro, Cadarette Collision Racing’s team took first place, LMB …

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Village decides three dogs are enough
January 27, 2012 – 4:50 pm
Village decides three dogs are enough

By Mary Drier
Staff Writer
GAGETOWN — The Gagetown Village Council approved an ordinance that “lets sleeping dogs lie.”
Last October, the issue of some residents having three dogs was raised. Having three dogs is a problem …

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McBrayer’s Minute: Crazy but fun senior year is now half over
January 25, 2012 – 2:49 pm
McBrayer’s Minute: Crazy but fun senior year is now half over

Playing center midfield in soccer, point guard on the basketball team and infield for the upcoming baseball season, my senior year has been like a wild rollercoaster ride so far with both highs and lows.
After …

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Tigers prove to be top team in area at Wildcat Duals
January 25, 2012 – 2:36 pm
Tigers prove to be top team in area at Wildcat Duals

MAYVILLE — Mayville High School hosted all of the Advertiser’s area wrestling teams on Saturday at their annual Wildcat Duals tournament. But after all the wrestling was finished, Caro was the only team to go …

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School explores avenues of cost savings
January 24, 2012 – 5:42 pm
School explores avenues of cost savings

By Stacey Tucker
Staff Writer
CASS CITY — Looking to trim any extra fat in the budget, the Cass City School board will be holding a special meeting in February.
The school board has interviewed custodial and transportation …

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Recall petitions keep coming
January 24, 2012 – 5:40 pm
Recall petitions keep coming

The election commission consists of Tuscola County Probate Judge Amanda Roggenbuck, Clerk Margie White, and Treasurer Pat Gray. The commission only determines if the language on the petition is clear and understandable. They do not …

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Judge’s seat left up to Gov. Snyder
January 24, 2012 – 5:36 pm
Judge’s seat left up to Gov. Snyder

By Mary Drier
Staff Writer
Although the deadline to apply for the soon-to-be vacant 54th Circuit Court Judgeship was Monday, an appointment isn’t expected to be made soon.
Circuit Judge Patrick Joslyn is retiring at the end of …

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2012 county proposal is on the table
January 24, 2012 – 5:34 pm
2012 county proposal is on the table

By Mary Drier
Staff Writer
After receiving some additional news that county finances were in worse shape than originally projected, Tuscola County Commissioners had a special finance meeting Monday to review options.
After reviewing proposals, the finance committee …

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Local man dies in water-filled ditch
January 19, 2012 – 9:28 am
Local man dies in water-filled ditch

COLWOOD — Authorities are waiting for the results of an autopsy to determine the exact cause of death of a 52-year old male who was involved in a car crash.
At about 4:50 p.m., Wednesday, the …

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Road game turns into homecoming for Vassar’s Hecht
January 18, 2012 – 4:32 pm
Road game turns into homecoming for Vassar’s Hecht

By Chad Wingert
Sports Editor
SAGINAW — Vassar’s Troy Hecht was once again able to play in front of a hometown crowd on Saturday afternoon.
However this time, the circumstances were a bit different.
This game wasn’t held in …

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Reese passes tough test from Eagles with flying colors
January 18, 2012 – 4:26 pm
Reese passes tough test from Eagles with flying colors

By Chad Wingert
Sports Editor
REESE — Last season the table was set a bit differently when Reese and Frankenmuth’s girls basketball teams went head-to-head.
The game, held at Frankenmuth, featured two unbeaten teams who were playing to …

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