Kingston native Brittni Hill to appear Thursday on American Bible Challenge
Courtesy photo • Brittni Hill of Kingston will compete Thursday night on the game show American Bible Challenge. Pictured are teammates (l-r) Jessica Taber, Rochelle Visser, and Hill on stage in Los...
View ArticleSuperhero Run 5k; Family Fun Day to benefit Child Advocacy Center of Tuscola...
By Bill Petzold Editor CARO — Everybody knows that superheroes are make-believe, but some real-life heroes are asking for your help in supporting their mission. A Family Fun Day sponsored by radio...
View ArticleFour Cass City Public Schools employees announce intent to retire
By Tom Gilchrist For The Advertiser CASS CITY — Cass City Public Schools Chief Financial Officer Mike Klosowski, maintenance man Randy Schuette, payroll bookkeeper Linda Bennett and superintendent’s...
View ArticleWalter Dalton, Mt. Morris
DALTON, Walter age 97 of Mt. Morris died Wednesday, June 11, 2014, at home surrounded by his family. Funeral service will take place 11:00 am Monday, June 16, 2014, at Community of Christ 2120 Wilmar...
View ArticleLEONARD A. STROZESKI, Caro
Leonard Strozeski of Caro, age 84, passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2014 at Heritage Hill Assisted Living in Caro. He was born February 3, 1930 in Harbor Beach, the son of the late Alexander &...
View ArticleJohn A. Force, Marlette
John passed away June 2, 2014 at the age of 49. He was born March 11, 1965. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and going to tractor shows. He is survived by his parents Gerald and Dolores Force; sister,...
View ArticleGagetown bank tour planned for June 20
By Mary Drier Staff Writer GAGETOWN —A former business in downtown Gagetown that is on both the State as well as the National Historic Register still has some of its historic significance even though...
View ArticleVassar Theatre owner’s sister named heir
By Tom Gilchrist For The Advertiser VASSAR — The sister to late Vassar Theatre owner Timothy S. O’Brien was declared heir to the movie house on Thursday, and wants to see it remain a theater, according...
View ArticleReach Workcamps coming to Vassar next July
Ministry offers free home repair to those in need By Bill Petzold Editor VASSAR — For the past decade, an ecumenical youth group in Vassar has taken part in Reach Workcamps around the country. Next...
View ArticleTuscola County Court News for 6/14/14
DISTRICT COURT Matthew Wayne LaPratt, 36, Mayville, is charged with police officer – fleeing – 3rd degree – vehicle code; operating while intoxicated – 3rd offense – felony; malicious destruction of...
View ArticleMeasles resurgent in the United States
By Mary Drier Staff Writer TUSCOLA COUNTY — A childhood illness is making a comeback. “We are seeing a resurgence of measles in the United States. The health department has been advocating clients and...
View ArticleCARLTON ENGLE, Caro
Carlton Engle of Caro, age 93, passed away on Monday, May 12, 2014 at the Tuscola County Medical Care Facility in Caro. He was born April 26, 1921 in Harbor Beach, the son of the late Charles and Emma...
View ArticleALVIN F. LOUKS, Mayville
Alvin F. Louks of Mayville, age 66, passed away on Monday, June 16, 2014 at his home. He was born November 6, 1947 in Caro, the son of the late Franklin and Laurel (Weiler) Louks. Alvin and the...
View ArticleJohn A. Force, Marlette
John passed away June 2, 2014 at the age of 49. He was born March 11, 1965. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and going to tractor shows. He is survived by his parents Gerald and Dolores Force; sister,...
View ArticleHirn honored for service to Human Services Board
By Mary Drier Staff Writer CARO — After years of dedicated service on the Tuscola Department of Human Services Board (TDHS) Chair Robert “Bob” Hirn is stepping down. To honor his years of service on...
View ArticleVassar Township to host 10K on June 28
By Tom Gilchrist For The Advertiser VASSAR TWP. — Laura Schroll has vacationed here for years at the Wesleyan Woods Family Campground, and she’s organized a June 28 event showcasing the area. The first...
View ArticleCaro Community Schools welcome new high school principal
By Bill Petzold Editor CARO — Caro Community Schools students will begin the 2014-15 school year with a new superintendent, a new high school principal and the beginnings of what Mike Joslyn hopes is...
View ArticleTuscola County’s oldest Catholic church to close
By Mary Drier Staff Writer GAGETOWN — Despite a variety of efforts to save Tuscola County’s oldest Catholic church, it’s closure is only days away. At the last village meeting, Robert Mosack presented...
View ArticleRICHARD B. FLEMINGTON, Akron
Richard B. Flemington of Akron, age 46, passed away on Thursday, June 19, 2014 at his home. He was born June 20, 1967 in Detroit, the son of the late Clinton and Elizabeth (Lincoln) Flemington....
View ArticleTRAVER, TAMMY, Vassar
Age 51, of Vassar, died Tuesday, June 17, 2014, at Henry Ford Hospital. The funeral service will take place on Friday, June 20, 2014, at 12:00 noon at St. Frances X. Cabrini Parish in Vassar with...
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