2022-06-22 E-Edition

Police get forced entry tool in wake of more shootings


Police in Sanilac County are carrying a new tool for improved safety and security in schools. The Halligan forcible entry bar, a tool for prying, twisting, punching and striking, will become basic equipment in every police car – local and county, thanks to a grant through the Sanilac County Community Foundation. The bar, originally designed for use by firefighters, can […]

New owners bringing music to drive-in


CARSONVILLE — Since 1948, the Hi-Way Drive-In has provided Sanilac County with a family-friendly movie going experience, and the new owners of the drive in intend to continue that tradition—with a twist. Owner Nathan Thorpe was searching for a place to host music festivals when he came across the Hi-Way Drive-In on Sanilac Road (M-46) west of Carsonville. “Music runs […]

Man guilty in crash that killed Marlette pair

LAPEER — A Davison man has been found guilty in the 2019 crash that claimed the lives of a Marlette pair. A jury convicted Michael Burns of two counts of operating while intoxicated causing death and two counts of reckless driving causing death following a trial last week in Lapeer County Circuit Court. Burns, then 45, was driving a 2005 […]

Concerns voiced at Fremont Twp. board meeting

Citizens request moratorium on wind project

FREMONT TWP. — There was lengthy discussion during public comment at the Fremont Township board meeting last Thursday night, as members of the community voiced concerns about the potential wind turbine farms that will be located in Fremont and neighboring Speaker Township. While there was no new business regarding the project, it was stated at the meeting that the township […]

Minden City woman grows garden of milkweeds

Goal is to establish butterfly habitat

MINDEN CITY — Have you ever considered planting weeds in your yard? Self-proclaimed environmentalist Suzanne Johnson has done just that. Last weekend, while neighbors were busy yanking out pesty plants from their garden beds, Johnson planted 170 milkweed plants along the edge of her vacation property in Minden City. While researching other gardening information a year ago, Johnson stumbled across […]

Marlette to host summer festival

MARLETTE — Join the fun and come to the Marlette Parks & Pool Summer Splash this Saturday. The one-day event on June 25 happens all day and into the evening at the park, 6312 Chard Street. Enjoy basketball, volleyball and cornhole tournaments, open swim, bounce village, kids’ crafts and activities, motorcycle show, beer and wine tasting and more. Everything’s at […]

Deckerville Youth Festival starts June 26

DECKERVILLE — A daytime festival for youth, and faith-based music and speakers during the evening are planned Sunday, June 26 through Wednesday, June 29 at Wilson Park. The Deckerville Youth Festival, featuring a bounce house, dunk tank, sports activities, swing dance, tug or war, games, food and more will be held from 4 until 6 p.m. June 26 through June […]

Police investigate bomb threat at Michigan Sugar


CROSWELL — Thursday morning Croswell police were called to investigate a bomb threat at the Michigan Sugar factory. Though no sign of a bomb was found on the property during the June 16 incident, Chief of Police Ron Buckmaster said the plant was evacuated and shut down for the rest of the day following a full search of the premises. […]

County, courthouse workers reach agreement

Retention incentives, wage
increases included

A three-year union contract for courthouse workers offering bonuses and salary increases to retain and recruit employees was on Tuesday’s agenda for ratification by the Sanilac County Board of Commissioners. The agreement between the county and TPOAM – Technical, Professionals, and Officeworkers Association, covers general, probate court, district court and circuit court employees from July 1, 2022 through June 30, […]