St. Ignace News

13 Given Layoff Notice at Cedarville School District

By Jonathan Eppley — 11/27/2008

Seven teachers and six support staff at Les Cheneaux Community Schools were notified Wednesday, November 19, that they may be laid off because of a $120,000 revenue deficit that could grow worse.

County To Honor Shelter Volunteers

By Karen Gould — 11/27/2008

Not long after George Ford volunteerer to walk dogs at the Mackinac County Animal Shelter in St. Ignace, he saw a need and acted on it. With the help of his wife, Jo Ann, and other volunteers, he set out to make the building more hospitable to visitors and animals and increase the number of pet adoptions.

Local Employers Hit With Solvency Tax

By Ellen Paquin — 11/27/2008

Local business owners are among about 40,000 employers in the state who learned last week that they must pay a solvency tax, triggered this year because the state had to borrow federal funds to make its payments to a rising tide of unemployed workers.

Signs Point To Smaller Deer Harvest

By Ellen Paquin — 11/27/2008

Deer hunters didn't flock to the Upper Peninsula in response to this year's ban on baiting downstate, something wildlife managers thought might happen, and, in fact, hunter numbers and harvest numbers appear to be down so far this season, compared to last year,

Gas Prices Plunge Below $2/Gallon in Straits Area

By John S. DeMott — 11/27/2008

Gasoline prices are plummeting, in many cases dipping below $2 a gallon and likely to head lower as the holiday driving season looms. Local drivers say they welcome the relief on their business and household budgets.

DDA Picks Up Lighting Costs From Marina

By Karen Gould — 11/27/2008

Four spotlights directed at the Wawatam Lighthouse were turned back on Friday evening after the St. Ignace Downtown Development Authority (DDA) agreed earlier in the day to take over the estimated $1,400 annual electric bill from the city marina. An estimated $10,000 additional tax revenue for 2009 will help the DDA cover the added utility expense.

HOLIDAY HOURS

11/27/2008

The St. Ignace News office will be closed Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28, in observation of Thanksgiving. DEADLINE CHANGES DECEMBER 4 ISSUE Display advertising deadline - Wed., November 26, 5 p.m.

Book Program, Christmas Toy Drive Among Projects Earning Grants at St. Ignace

By Karen Gould — 11/27/2008

By the time a local child turns five, he or she could receive 60 hardcover books, one per month beginning at birth. The free book program offered by Eastern Upper Peninsula Intermediate School District (ISD) received a $2,000 grant from the St. Ignace Youth Fund and the Kiwanis Club of St. Ignace Fund. The funding was announced Wednesday, November 19, at the St.

'Practice Makes Perfect' for Monday's Concert

11/27/2008

Seasonal music will fill LaSalle High School gymnasium Monday evening, December 1, during a Holiday Concert presented by the school bands and choirs. The concert begins at 6 p.m. and people are asked to arrive early.

Funding Crunch Means Reduced Winter Plowing

11/27/2008

Snowplowing by the Michigan Department of Transportation will be reduced in Mackinac County on M-123, M-129, M-134, I-75 Business Loop, and M-185 on Mackinac Island, as well as on other routes in the state. The plan was announced Monday, November 24.

Legislation Clears Way for Tribal Land Transfer for New St. Ignace Hospital

11/27/2008

Legislation approved last week by the U.S. Senate finally clears the way for the transfer of land by the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians to the new hospital being built in St. Ignace. The tribe offered up to 15 acres of land at the former Kewadin Motel on North State Street in St. Ignace in 2002.

School's Mission Statement and Finances Impact Technology and Busing

By Michael Springsteen Superintendent St. Ignace Area Schools — 11/27/2008

We are over a quarter of the way through this school year. The Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year holidays are at hand. The year is going well from both an academic and athletic perspective. No two years are the same, and each brings its own opportunities.

Medicare Drug Program Holds Open Enrollment Until Dec. 31

11/27/2008

Seniors citizens may take advantage of the Medicare prescription drug program's open enrollment period from November 15 until December 31, 2008. U.S. Congressman Bart Stupak reminded northern Michigan seniors that they have the option to change plans, if desired, during this time.

Mackinac Island School Gives Deadline to Parents Who Owe Hot Lunch Money

By Ryan Schlehuber — 11/27/2008

Parents who have an outstanding lunch bill for their children at Mackinac Island Public School are required to settle it up before August 1, 2009, according a new policy passed by the board of education. The board, at its meeting Thursday, November 13, passed the new policy to meet a requirement from its auditor, Rehman Robson.

Debris Cleaned Up at Moran Twp. Site

11/27/2008

Debris left in front of an abandoned house on US-2 near KOA Campgrounds west of St. Ignace has now been hauled away, reported Jim Durm, Moran Township supervisor.

Tree Celebrates 'Christmas at Les Cheneaux;'Auction Begins Friday

One of 17 Unique Trees Featured at Fundraiser — 11/27/2008

By Jonathan Eppley Margie DeNoyer and Jane Kologe have been close friends for almost 20 years. They go to church together, belong to a sewing group together, and both own a share and work in Cedarville's Wooden Door Antiques, Arts and Collectibles shop.

For the Record

11/27/2008

•In a November 20 article on page one entitled "Bridge Traffic Shows Another Year of Decline," it should be noted that the reduction of 65 billion vehicle miles reported nationally was during the past year, not during the past few years. The Mackinac Bridge Authority increased the minimum deposit on the commuter cards to $80 in July, not in August.

Court Reports

11/27/2008

The following dispositions are from 92nd District Court in St. Ignace November 18 and November 19, Judge Beth Gibson presiding. Arresting agencies are in parentheses. The court does not distinguish between jail time to be served immediately and jail sentences that are suspended.

First Aid, CPR Classes Start Dec. 1

11/27/2008

Consolidated Community School Services (CCSS) will offer a Red Cross First Aid and Infant, Child, and Adult CPR course Monday, December 1, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. in the Rudyard High School food lab with Stephen Davis as instructor.

Relief at the Pump: Gas Below $2

By Ron Scherer The Christian Science Monitor — 11/27/2008

Here's something to be grateful for: This Thanksgiving, the price of gasoline is expected to be below $2 a gallon. Some analysts foresee pump prices as low as $1.75 a gallon this winter. The average U.S. price of a gallon of regular is now $1.99, according to GasPriceWatch.com, a price-tracking firm. The last time gasoline prices were this low was March 2005.

Hendricks Township Meeting Is Dec. 3

11/27/2008

The Hendricks Township Board of Trustees meeting will be Wednesday, December 3, at 7:30 p.m. at the Township Fire Hall. This meeting has been rescheduled from Wednesday, November 26, owing to the holiday.

Flu Shot Clinics Set for December in Chippewa County

11/27/2008

The Chippewa County Health Department will offer three flu shot clinics in December. The cost is $7 for children and $20 for adults. Flu shots will be offered Wednesday, December 3, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Health Department in Sault Ste. Marie; Wednesday, December 10, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Kinross Clinic in Kinross; and December 17, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Hearing on Island Sign Debate Is Postponed Indefinitely

11/27/2008

A hearing for Mackinac Island business owner Ron Dufina, being charged by the City of Mackinac Island with illegal use of signs, which was scheduled in 92nd District Court in St. Ignace Tuesday, November 18, has been postponed indefinitely.

Pure Michigan Campaign Promotes Winter Season

11/27/2008

Travel Michigan has launched the first advertising campaign in 15 years that promotes travel in Michigan in winter. Television, radio, print, and billboard advertisements in the Pure Michigan campaign were launched November 10 in Chicago and other markets close to the state.

Caregiver Support Group To Meet in Dec.

11/27/2008

The caregiver support group for Mackinac County will meet Thursday, December 11, at 4:30 p.m. at the Les Cheneaux Community Library in Cedar - ville. The caregiver support group for Chippewa County will meet Wednesday, December 31, at 2 p.m. in the second floor conference room at Avery Square Center in Sault Ste. Marie.

Students Donate Winnings to St. Ignace Food Pantry

By Karen Gould — 11/27/2008

Fourth grade students at St. Ignace Elementary School understand there are families in need in the area, and they are helping. Members of Jean Chargo's class gave the St. Ignace Food Pantry a $205 donation Wednesday, November 5, and now they are participating in a school food drive, also for the pantry.

'Home for the Holidays' Auction Supports Local Housing Projects

11/27/2008

Bonnie Ledy (from left), Emily Fullerton, Sara Fisher, and Claudette Brown, all of St. Ignace, consider items for bidding at the "Home for the Holidays" auction Friday, November 21, at Little Bear East Arena in St. Ignace. About 60 people attended. Encouraging competitive bids, auctioneer Charlie Fowler (not pictured) assisted the event sponsor, Housing Opportunities Made Equal of Mackinac County, in fundraising efforts. Proceeds will support local affordable housing projects.

Theft Reported at U.P. Broadcast Station

11/27/2008

A larceny and malicious destruction of property incident at the broadcasting antennae station for television Channel 9 and 10 near Goetzville has been reported, which police say took place in August or September.

DNR Outdoor Matters: Hunters Can Donate Venison To Feed the Hungry

11/27/2008

Since 1991, Michigan sportsmen and sportswomen have been helping to feed the hungry in their communities by donating some of the venison they harvested through the Michigan Sportsmen Against Hunger (MSAH) program. As the project gears up for its 17th season this fall, deer hunters are reminded there are a number of ways they can contribute to the program.

Thanksgiving Brings Memories of 'Mom's Kind' of Pumpkin Pie

By Mollie Cox Bryan The Christian Science Monitor — 11/27/2008

While trying out a new pumpkin pie recipe for a cookbook I was writing, I was suddenly struck by a feeling of betrayal. For the recipe I was using was not my mother's masterfully prepared pie that I always loved and anticipated at Thanksgiving. Even though she encouraged culinary exploration of a sort, certain recipes were deemed unchangeable in her kitchen.

Gifts Gathered Locally Will Be Sent to Children Around World

11/27/2008

More than 110 small boxes containing candy, school supplies, socks, T-shirts, and other items are ready to be sent to needy children around the world. Local organizer Maureen Brady finishes necessary record keeping of the packages that are stacked near the entrance of The Emporium store in St. Ignace Friday, November 21. This year, St. Ignace residents, and those from Cedarville, Hessel, Rudyard, Pickford, and area churches donated the items. The small packages have a big impact on the children who receive the gifts, said Mrs. Brady, who has led local efforts for the last eight years. The gift-filled shoe boxes will be distributed through Operation Christmas Child, which began in 1993 and is a project of the Christian relief organization Samaritan's Purse.

Santa's Letters Accepted at City Hall

11/27/2008

A special mailbox will be placed on the first floor in St. Ignace City Hall from Monday, December 1, to Thursday, December 11, for children to write to Santa Claus to tell him what they would like for Christmas.

Tree Lighting Planned at Cedarville

11/27/2008

Cedar Cove Assisted Living Community in Cedarville will host a holiday tree lighting ceremony Sunday, December 7, at 7 p.m. at its Mary L. Street facility. Participants can donate $5 to dedicate a light in memory or in honor of friends and family. The event is open to the public. Admission is free.

Les Cheneaux Chamber Plans Three Weekends of Events

11/27/2008

Weekends this holiday season in Cedarville and Hessel will be filled with contests, events, extended business hours, sales, and Santa Claus sightings. For three weekends, November 28 to November 30, December 5 to December 7, and December 12 to December 14, the Les Cheneaux Chamber of Commerce will be sponsoring a Les Cheneaux Old Fashioned Christmas.

Birth

11/27/2008

Nicholas Adams and Jessica Jarrin of St. Ignace announce the birth of their daughter, Gabrielle Aiyana Adams, born Sunday, September 28, 2008, at War Memorial Hospital in Sault Ste. Marie. She weighed 7 pounds, 4 ounces at birth and measured 20 inches in length.

Hansens Are Married 50 Years

11/27/2008

Ray and Joan Hansen of Hessel were married 50 years ago November 27, 1958. Mr. Hansen was a mechanic at Michigan Limestone Operations and also drilled wells, while Mrs. Hansen looked after the household. They have three children and their families, Karen Hansen, Steve Hansen, and Donna and Ray Hansen-Gill. They have three grandchildren, Sadie, Andrew, and Alec.

King Celebrates 90th Birthday

11/27/2008

Evelyn "Jill" King of Owosso and Brevort Lake celebrated her 90th birthday October 18, 2008, at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Owosso. There were 90 people in attendance, including three of her four children and their families, Judi King of Frankenmuth, Linda and Charles Ahlgren of Sears, and John and Janet King III of Falls Church, Virginia and Grand Marais.

Annual Preschool Christmas Bazaar Is Saturday in Cedarville

11/27/2008

Les Cheneaux Preschool will host its annual Holiday Arts and Crafts Bazaar Saturday, November 29, at Les Cheneaux Community Schools in Cedarville from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

St. Ignace Library Hosts Book Sale

11/27/2008

The St. Ignace Public Library will host a book sale Saturday, December 6, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The sale is sponsored by the Friends of the St. Ignace Public Library. For more information, call 643-8318.

Legacy House Offers Classes for Women, Begins December 4

11/27/2008

Legacy House in St. Ignace will host a series of educational programs for women in the coming weeks, at the women's shelter house on Marley Street. "Extraordinary Women" classes will begin Thursday, December 4, at 7 p.m., open to all women of the community. The classes will take place every Thursday evening through January 22.

Rudyard Historical Group To Host Party

11/27/2008

The Rudyard Historical Society will have a Christmas party Thursday, December 4, at the Rudyard Community Center. The potluck ham dinner will begin at 6 p.m., followed by a Christmas music program at 7 p.m. Those attending are asked to bring a dish to pass. A bake sale, a cookie sale by the pound, and a 50/50 raffle will be available.

Cedarville School To Host Book Sale

11/27/2008

There will be a used book sale Saturday, November 29, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Cedarville school library.

Sale Benefits Altar Society

11/27/2008

Kathy Lawnichak (left) of Legacy House shows a gift item to Catherine Coburn of St. Ignace at the Gathering of Gifts Friday, November 21. Legacy House was one of the exhibitors at the St. Anne's Altar Society fundraiser at St. Ignatius Loyola Catholic Church in St. Ignace.

Moose Lodge Seeking Donations for Christmas Baskets for Needy Families

11/27/2008

Roger Childers and Ken Hardy of St. Ignace Moose Lodge 999 are heading up an effort to give needy local families a Christmas basket filled with enough food for a Christmas dinner. For more than 25 years, lodge members have organized the effort and spend one December Saturday purchasing food, packing it up, and delivering the packages.

Singers Warming Up for Christmas Musicale Dec. 7

11/27/2008

Singers from around the community practice songs of the season Sunday evening, November 23, at the St. Ignace United Methodist Church as they prepare for the 47th Annual Christmas Musicale. The concert is open to the public and will be at the United Methodist Church Sunday, December 7, at 7 p.m. Celebrating the season through music began at the church in 1961 and has grown to become an ecumenical event, said organizer Karen Fowler. Singers Margaret Cronan Madagame of Gaylord and Maureen Brady of St. Ignace have participated in the musicale for more than 25 years. Others performing include the St. Ignace Community Children's Chorus and the Youth Chamber Singers led by Stephanie Terpening, the St. Ignace Community Steel Drum Band, the Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church and United Methodist Church Choirs, Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Choir of Moran, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Choir of Cheboygan, organist Claris Snyder, guitarist Gene Perry, guitar duo Ken Guillard and Joe Lenoir, and the Volunteer Choir, which is comprised of vocalists from all of the choirs.

Boy Scout Troop 140 Collects Canned Goods for Pantry

11/27/2008

Boy Scout Troop 140 collected more than 300 pounds of canned goods Saturday, November 22, at their annual canned food drive in Cedarville. Scouts were located in the Cedarville Foods parking lot from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and also went door to door between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to collect donations. All items donated were given to Cedar Post Thrift Store in Cedarville. Scouts pictured are (from left) Assistant Scout Master Dale Malkowski, Nathaniel Landreville, Ray Schebel, Jesse Malkowski (in front), Daniel Landreville, Austin Bright, and Jordan Huff.

Cheboygan Christmas Events Announced

11/27/2008

Community caroling and Christmas tree lighting will take place Friday, December 5, at 6 p.m. in Washington Park in Cheboygan. The Parade of Lights will take place Saturday, December 6, at 6 p.m. on Main Street.

Snowmobile Club Plans Party Dec. 6

11/27/2008

The Les Cheneaux Snowmobile Club will hold its annual Christmas party Saturday, December 6, at 6 p.m. at Ang- Gio's Restaurant in Cedarville. The meal, a family-style chicken dinner, costs $14. Reservations are required by Tuesday, December 2, by calling Frank Harness at 484-2385.

Island's Christmas Bazaar To Be Held December 6-8

11/27/2008

Mackinac Island's annual Christmas Bazaar fundraiser will be held at the Community Hall on Market Street Saturday, December 6, through Monday, December 8. The fundraiser includes live and silent auctions of donated items and a raffle that will benefit the Mackinac Island Medical Center, Little Stone Church, Ste.

St. Ignace Teens Enjoy Successful Hunts

11/27/2008

At right: Nich Gould of St. Ignace shot this 10-point buck Saturday, November 15, while hunting north of Moran with his father, Mike, and brother, Zach. He is a senior at LaSalle High School. (Gould family photograph)

Shoberg Entertains Friends on 90th Birthday

11/27/2008

Helen Shoberg (front right, with corsage) of Cedarville entertained friends and family for her 90th birthday at Cedarville Inn Saturday, November 22, with a luncheon buffet and birthday cake.

U.P. State Retirees To Meet Dec. 1

11/27/2008

Upper Peninsula Chapter 16 of the State Employee Retirees Association will host its Christmas luncheon Monday, December 1, at noon at the Elks Club in Escanaba. All members and their guests may attend. Reservations may be made by calling Arlene Paulson at (906) 786-7199 by Monday, November 24.

Holiday Decoration Contest Planned by Les Cheneaux Chamber of Commerce

11/27/2008

The Les Cheneaux Chamber of Commerce is encouraging Clark Township residents to put up their holiday decorations on their homes, businesses, docks, and boathouses to be entered into its holiday decoration contest. Decorations should be up by Sunday, December 7, for judging at 5 p.m. Friday, December 12.

Adam Dingman To Present Medals at Division 8 Football Championships

By David Latva — 11/27/2008

Adam Dingman, a senior at Cedarville High School and a member of the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) student advisory council, will assist in presenting medals to the Division 8 football champions at the state finals between Crystal Falls-Forest Park (13-0) and Muskegon Catholic Central (13-0) at 10 a.m. at Ford Field in Detroit Friday, November 28.

Eagles' Elisa Hobbs Named EUPC Player of the Year

11/27/2008

Junior Elisa Hobbs of Engadine was named volleyball Player of the Year, selected by coaches in the Eastern Upper Peninsula Conference. Joining Hobbs on the first team were Kayla Miller of Engadine, Billie McLeod of Cedarville, Cheyenne Cline and Justine Hatfield of Pickford, and Ellie Routhier and Jenna Somes of Brimley.

Extension of Unemployment Benefits Becomes Law

11/27/2008

Unemployment benefits were extended by seven weeks in all states Friday, November 21, and the Unemployment Compensation Extension Act of 2008 provides an additional 13 weeks of benefits in states such as Michigan that have unemployment rates above 6%.

St. Ignace Bowling League Results

11/27/2008

Bluewater League Gateway Lanes 55, Mackinaw Trolley 53, U.P. State Credit Union 47, News Crew 42, Gerry's Beauty Shop 34, Quality Inn 28, Northern Bells 27, Apollo Home Mortgage 22.

Saints Fourth Grade Girls Basketball Team

11/27/2008

St. Ignace Saints fourth grade girls basketball team includes (front, from left) Sierra Metz, Lydia Brown, Kate Bentgen, Jenny Campbell; (back) Paige Hettel, Rosy Shimkovitz, Coach Jason Latz, Jade Edelman, Callie Kammers, and Melissa Worden. (Photograph by Betsy Wheeler, LaSalle High School Yearbook)

Pierson, Lester To Be Inducted Into LaSalle High School Sports Hall of Fame

By David Latva — 11/27/2008

This is the third in a series of five stories about inductees into the 2008 LaSalle High School Sports Hall of Fame. Barry Pierson and Ed Lester Sr., two outstanding athletes who were graduated seven years apart, will be inducted into the LaSalle High School (LHS) Sports Hall of Fame during ceremonies Sunday, December 28, and Monday, December 29.

Top LHS X-Country Runners Receive Awards

11/27/2008

Awards to the St. Ignace Saints cross country runners, presented to them by their coach, Emily Fullerton, include (front, from left) Stacy Goldthorpe - most improved, girls, and Xan Belonga - most improved, boys; (back) Lewis Steiner - coach's award, Nicole Elmblad - most valuable girls runner, Kevin Guillard - hard working award, Kristen Olsen - hard working award, and Sara Tafelski - coach's award. Missing from photograph is Kaiden Shiemke - most valuable boys runner. (Photograph by Betsy Wheeler, LaSalle High School Yearbook)

Ronald Rickley Jr.

11/27/2008

Ronald Rickley Jr., 31, of St. Ignace, died Saturday afternoon, November 22, 2008, at Spectrum Hospital in Grand Rapids. He was born January 4, 1977, in St. Ignace to Ronald and Cindy (nee Huskey) Rickley. Mr. Rickley was a member of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians and was a deli cook at Kewadin Shores Casino in St.

Howard Thompson

11/27/2008

Howard R. Thompson of Pickford died Thursday, November 20, 2008, at War Memorial Hospital in Sault Ste. Marie. He was 65. He was born June 18, 1943, in Pickford to Norman Loren and Margaret Elizabeth "Bessie" (nee O'Brien) Thompson.

Richard Briolat

11/27/2008

Richard P. Briolat, 70, of St. Ignace, died unexpectedly Thursday afternoon, November 20, 2008, while blowing snow in his driveway. He was born June 19, 1938, in Detroit to Casimer E. and Rose (nee Smith) Briolat and was graduated from East Commerce High School in Detroit.

St. Ignace City Budget Work Session

11/27/2008

Council Proceedings (Unofficial) The regular meeting of the St. Ignace City Council was held on Monday, November 17, 2008 in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building. The meeting was called to order at 7:04 p.m. by Mayor Grondin with the Pledge of Allegiance.

St. Ignace City Council Meeting Minutes

11/27/2008

Council Proceedings (Unofficial) The regular meeting of the St. Ignace City Council was held on Monday, November 17, 2008 in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building. The meeting was called to order at 8:00 p.m. by Mayor Grondin with the Pledge of Allegiance.

Making Cedarville Bay a Boater Destination Again

11/27/2008

To the Editor: Two articles dealing with ecological issues of Cedarville Bay have appeared in this paper during the past month. Reporter Jonathan Eppley has effectively highlighted a number of points on those issues. Still, people have asked even more questions.

Michigan Politics

By George Weeks — 11/27/2008

After meetings with assorted world leaders, Governor Jennifer Granholm has been promoting creating jobs in a global "green economy" that cleans the environment through alternative energy.

Mackinac Island

By Jeannette Doud 847-6298 — 11/27/2008

Wishing you the comfort of home and the closeness of family as you gather to celebrate Thanksgiving. It's Sunday, November 23, a dark, dreary day with very little sunshine. The snow that covered our Island last week has melted and the roads are icy. The sound of the snowmobile engines has ceased, and walking and bicycling is the mode of transportation.

St. Ignace

By Deb Perry Writing for Miriam Blair 643-7815 • debperry@juno.com — 11/27/2008

As the season brings its first traces of snow, the snow birds begin to head to Florida, including Miriam Blair. She will be traveling to Indiana to meet with relatives and then on to Bonita Springs. Miriam reported that she is very excited to go, since she hasn't been to Florida in more than 30 years. She also plans to celebrate her birthday in Indiana on Thanksgiving Day.

DeTour

11/27/2008

With the Thanksgiving holiday at hand, the students at DeTour schools are beginning to think about how they can help others at this time of year. I visited Friday with the students in Ms. Sara Stec's fourth and fifth grade class to learn about their helping project. Thursday, November 20, the class had a bake sale, earning $150.

Brevort

By Lois Movalson 292-5581 — 11/27/2008

Bishop Skrenes, of the Northern Great Lake Synod, met with the councils of Zion Lutheran Church of St. Ignace and Trinity Lutheran Church of Brevort to help us plan the search for a new pastor. Pastor Tari and Kurt Stage-Harvey and family will be leaving before the end of December for Juneau, Alaska, to serve at Shepard of the Valley Lutheran Church in that city.

Engadine-Gould City

By Julie Freeman 477-6959 • engadinenews@sbcglobal.net — 11/27/2008

Happy Thanksgiving, everyone. It's hard to believe it's that time of year already. Thanksgiving is such a nice holiday. The aroma of Mom cooking in the kitchen is a memory that lasts forever. The Newberry Eagles Club will have a fish fry Friday, November 28, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the club on M-28 in Newberry.

DEAL ME IN

Mark Pilarski — 11/27/2008

Dear Mark: It seems every time I play one coin instead of three coins in a slot machine, I seem to hit more payouts. Are the machines set to pay less when you play more coins? John S.

Engadine Consolidated Schools

by Stu Hobbs Superintendent — 11/27/2008

The holiday season is approaching quickly and most Engadine Consolidated School students are ready for the break. The elementary will be collecting cans and have a penny drive to support local charities. Engadine secondary students will again send holiday cards to American military units in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Looking Back

Compiled by Ryan Schlehuber — 11/27/2008

90 YEARS AGO The St. Ignace News Thursday, November 28, 1918 Lieutenant Richard H. O'Brien, chief commanding officer of the U.S.S. Niagara, son of Mr. and Mrs. M. H. O'Brien, formerly of [St. Ignace], now in Detroit, is in receipt of a communication from Josephus Daniels, secretary of the navy, commending him for bravery.

Rexton-Garnet

By Linda Livermore 595-7283 — 11/27/2008

Count your blessings, name them one by one, and when you're finished, a virtual mountain will be in front of you. With Thanksgiving Thursday, November 27, gathered around the table with family and friends, take a minute to appreciate all the goodness in this country.