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There's no match to the 20th century family fame of the Kennedy brothers on Capitol Hill--Democratic Senators John F. and Teddy of Massachusetts and Bobby of New York. But Michigan's Democratic Brothers Levin are now something unique early in the 21st century--chairing two of the most high-profile committees on the Hill. More ... We are experiencing unusual weather for this time of the year, with mild temperatures, blue skies, no wind, and bright sunshine. Reports are that the tulips in front of Grand Hotel are about an inch out of the ground. Kay Hoppenrath reports that her snow drops are in bloom in her yard. This week people were still trying to ride snowmobiles, as well as walk, or ride bikes. More ... The Kinross Recreation Center will have an Easter Bunny brunch Saturday, March 27, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost is $2.50 for children age six through 12 and $3.50 for ages 13 and older. There is no charge for children age five and younger. Children will be able to visit with the Easter Bunny. More ... Burgess at (906) 477-6196. Event dates have been announced for Engadine schools. The third annual Spring Fling, a fundraiser to benefit programs at Engadine Consolidated Schools, will be Saturday, May 8. The all-class reunion will be Saturday, July 24. More ... Welcome, spring! What beautiful weather we've been having. Condolences to the family of Edalor "Ed" Hins, 72, of Naubinway, who passed away Sunday, February 28. Ed was a kind and wonderful man who will be greatly missed. Please keep his wife, Karen, and their family in your thoughts and prayers. An obituary for Mr. Hins is published in this issue of The St. Ignace News. More ... Spring is really on its way. Kate TerHaar mentioned that Carl had seen pussy willows, and Betty and Bill Kish have seen swans plus a young buck in their yard. Kate also saw seagulls last week flying through Cedarville Bay – not to mention the unseasonably warm weather we’ve had recently. More ... Dear Mark: I have been going to casinos for years and have never seen these so called "winning streaks" you have written about. Not that I need proof, but I would sure like to see one. Bud C. More ... 125 YEARS AGO St. Ignace News March 10, 1885 The latest with the girls in this city, is “Crazy patch work.” ••• No trains on the G. R. & I arrived at Mackinaw City yesterday, owing to snow drifts along the line. ••• More ... There was a crowd at Trinity Lutheran Church fellowship hall Friday, March 5, for the last lunch. We all enjoyed the Mexican menu presented by Pega Kennedy and other volunteers. Dot Glashaw has been skating twice a week at Little Bear East Arena in St. Ignace. More ... Columns RSS feed |
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