Wiley and the Hairy Man opens Thursday
By Andrea McBride Staff Writer CARO — “Wiley and the Hairy Man,” Thumb Area Center for the Arts’ (TACA) spring production, will take audience members on a journey of facing fears and building...
View ArticleKathleen May Asher, Vassar
Kathleen May Asher of Vassar and Lake Worth, Florida passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 6, 2015 at 82 years old. She was born to Jessie and Thomas Pierce on August 19, 1932. She married Donald...
View ArticleDoris M. Sheridan, Caro
Doris M. Sheridan of Caro, age 78, passed away on Tuesday, May 12, 2015 at her home, following a lingering illness. She was born December 7, 1936 in Mooers Forks, New York, the daughter of the late...
View ArticleCasper F. “Cap” Beller, Akron
Casper F. “Cap” Beller of Akron, age 91, passed away on Monday, March 2, 2015 at the Tuscola County Medical Care Facility in Caro. He was born October 18, 1923 in Silverwood, the son of the late John...
View ArticleRebecca Jane Frank, Caro
Rebecca Jane Frank of Caro, formerly of Middleburg, Florida, age 87, passed away on Friday, May 8, 2015 at the Tuscola County Medical Care Community in Caro, following a lengthy illness. She was born...
View ArticleStafford delights, enlightens Cass City Elementary
By Mike Gallagher Sports Writer CASS CITY — Matthew Stafford, starting quarterback for the Detroit Lions came to Cass City Elementary School on Tuesday, May 5, and he had an important message. In...
View ArticleDespite M-15 bridge work, Vassar flower planting continues
By Tom Gilchrist Staff Writer VASSAR — If Vassar residents are anxious about traffic congestion along M-15 due to replacement of the bridge over the Cass River, volunteers plan to bring them flowers...
View ArticleRoadhouse museum to honor Vietnam veterans
By Mary Drier Staff Writer CARO — Vietnam War-era veterans will receive recognition for their service to their county this weekend during a special event at the Caro Roadhouse Museum. A commemoration...
View ArticleFormer Rocket star Josh Pickell named Reese girls basketball coach
Former Saginaw Valley State University guard Josh Pickell dribbles up the court against Michigan defender Caris LeVert. By Mike Gallagher Sports Writer REESE — Reese High School has found its new...
View ArticleADVERTISER BASEBALL LEADERBOARD
TUSCOLA COUNTY AREA BASEBALL LEADERBOARD Logan Amend of Vassar watches as he knocks a triple during his game against Millington. Amend is among the areas leaders in hits, runs scored, and stolen bases....
View ArticleRonald (Ron) Sharko, Millington
Mr. Ronald (Ron) Sharko of Millington, Michigan passed away early Monday evening May 10, 2015 at the Tender Care Nursing Home in Frankenmuth, Michigan. Ron was 79. Ron was born on April 26, 1936 in...
View ArticleKellie Ann Pavlawk, formerly of Fairgrove
Kellie Ann Pavlawk, 57, of Gladwin and formerly of Fairgrove, passed away Sunday morning, May 10, 2015 at her home in Gladwin. She was born May 4, 1958 in Bay City, daughter of Tootie (Mathey) Pavlawk...
View ArticleCommunity rallies after fire destroys home
By Stacey Tucker Staff Writer REESE — When families in Reese needed help, the community rose up and within days, they were able to get back on their feet. Community members came together to help...
View ArticleAkron-Fairgrove Elementary honored for healthy habits
By Mary Drier Staff Writer LANSING — The Akron-Fairgrove School District’s Elementary School was the only one from the Thumb area to be recognized for taking the initiative to build a healthier school...
View ArticleElizabeth Agnes “Liz” Phillips, Kingston
Elizabeth A. Phillips, 85, of Kingston, died following a long illness Saturday, May 16, 2015 in Marlette Regional Hospital Extended Care Unit. She was born November 9, 1929 in Hazel Park the third of...
View ArticleJerry Lee Kidle, Mayville
Jerry Lee Kidle, age 79, of Mayville passed away Saturday, May 16, 2015 at United Hopice Service of Marlette Regional Hospital in Marlette, MI with his loving family by his side. Family will be...
View ArticleEdward S. Mihacsi, Caro
Edward S. Mihacsi of Caro, age 79, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, May 17, 2015 at his home in Caro. He was born October 30, 1935 in Caro, the son of the late John and Helen (Pistro) Mihacsi....
View ArticleWesley James Martin, Sr., Vassar
Wesley James Martin, age 76 years, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, May 15, 2015 at his home. He was born on February 15, 1939 to the late William V. and Delores (Adams) Martin. He was a member of...
View ArticleGeorgianna Gwendolyn Chapin, formerly of Fostoria
Georgianna Gwendolyn Chapin, age 91, of Pigeon, MI. formerly of Fostoria, MI. passed away Monday morning May 18, 2015 at her home in Pigeon with her family at her side. Family will receive visitors...
View ArticleErla, Ross, Cuthrell lead Cass City to sweep of Memphis
Sawyer Cuthrell has been a catalyst for the Red Hawk offense this season, and currently holds a .431 batting average, and has 31 hits and has scored 19 runs. MEMPHIS— Cass City has been steadily...
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