Mayors Say 'Vote Yes on Hospital'
      To the Editor: The Straits area is faced with a wonderful opportunity. A new Mackinac Straits Hospital means access to even better health care and potential for new jobs, with $37 million being invested in the Straits area.
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Voting Yes May 6 Will Ensure Our Hospital's Future
Editorial Viewpoint
By Wesley Maurer, Jr.
      Quality medical care in St. Ignace has long been recognized as a keystone in the development of the Straits area. It assures potential home-buyers that their young children will be close to emergency medical help when they need it, and convenient for routine medical consultation, testing, and trea...
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If Voters Approve Transfer, New Hospital Will Be Built
      To The Editor: Recently there have been statements doubting information that Mackinac Straits Hospital has made available to the public. It is vital that the voters have accurate information about transferring ownership of the hospital to a private corporation in order to build a new facility.
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City Work Crew Appreciated
      To the Editor: Too often we (especially myself) are quick to criticize the city. Tuesday, April 22, my opinion became one of support for our hard working city crew. That afternoon I looked out of my front window and groaned. I saw several city vehicles buzzing about and wondered what was up. To ...
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Transfer of Ownership Is Optional
      To the Editor: The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) grant for new hospital construction can easily be pursued by the Mackinac Straits Hospital Authority as it exists now. The transfer of ownership is purely optional.
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Land Near Island Airport Was Already Zoned Residential
      To the Editor: The April 17 edition of The St. Ignace News referred to the recent acquisition of property near the Mackinac Island airport in the article, "Park Commission Acquires Unbuildable Lots Near Airport.
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Weersings Made Contributions to Mackinac Island Community
      To the Editor: Dr. and Karen Weersing have made a personal and professional contribution to the community of Mackinac Island. I feel they have gone above and beyond professional obligations and took it upon themselves to "be here" for the people of Mackinac. They are special people, and will be m...
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Talented Artists Work in St. Ignace
      To the Editor: There is an old saying about hiding your light under a bushel basket. First, we are in a town in dire need of a light, and believe it or not, that light can be found on South State Street, with a second light on Paro Street. We have in our town two of the finest artists plying thei...
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Youth Only Know What We Teach
      To the Editor: We, as a community, need to start seriously thinking of our children of this community. They are our future, and it's up to us, as well as the parents, to help ensure their contribution to our community. There are many bars, casinos, exercise groups, etc., for our adults to do.
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