Eric Dodson Chosen as New City Manager in 4-2 Vote
Mayor Replacement, Fluoride Issue Slated for Feb. 28 Special Election
By Ryan Schlehuber
     Eric Dodson of Edmore was selected as the new St. Ignace city manager in a 4-2 vote of the city council Monday, November 28. He will replace retiring manager Gary
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In the Clear:
     A semi tractor trailer carrying low level radioactive product through Michigan
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A Season for Giving...
     St. Ignace food pantry volunteer Tom Penner (left) accepts a large donation from Michigan State Police Officer Dan Litzner, who dropped off the load Monday, November 28. The police post collects food for the pantry annually.
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Senior Meals Program Grows, Needs Funding
By Karen Gould
     Mackinac County Commissioners suggested they will boost the county
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Crafters Launch Holiday Season
     Jane Mathews Vincent of Hessel knits her whimsical hats, purses, and clothing at the Les Cheneaux Holiday Bazaar Saturday, November 26. She was one of several exhibitors who sold handcrafted products at the annual event, which raises money for the Les Cheneaux Preschool in Cedarville.
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Mackinac Island Breakwall Project To Move Ahead With Federal Study
By Karen Gould
     A $50,000 federal appropriation to fund a feasibility study for a third breakwall at Mackinac Island now awaits President George Bush
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Community To Gather for Bazaar at Mackinac Island This Week
     One lucky person will take home a new snowmobile, while eight others will be awarded cash prizes up to $1,500 in three major raffles during this year
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Santa Claus Coming Friday
     A holiday parade and open house is set for Friday, December 2, in St. Ignace. The Home for the Holidays parade will herald the arrival of Santa Claus at 6 p.m., followed by the lighting of the Christmas tree at Dock 1. Music will be provided by the LaSalle Ensemble. A bake sale and face painting wil
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County Residents Offered Programs To Cope With Rising Heating Costs
By Paul Gingras
     Emergency assistance programs to ease skyrocketing heating expenses already are in place in the Eastern Upper Peninsula, and others will be available this month and in January.
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A List of Agencies Offering Assistance for Home Heating Costs in the County
     Sponsor: Community Action Name of Program:
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Road Contracts Considered at Clark Twp.
By Amy Polk
     Trustees at Clark Township will study road contracts, created a compensation committee, designated mowing areas, and appointed a planning commissioner and at their regular meeting Thursday, November 17.
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Eagles Soar Into Quarterfinals
Engadine Girls Win First-Ever Regional Title
By David Latva
     The Engadine High School girls basketball team captured the school
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